A new sensible approach: Are we specifying action leakage rates or actionable leakage rates?

September 2, 2009  |  Features

By Glenn T. Darilek and Daren L. Laine Introduction The logical criteria for specifying an action leakage rate (ALR) is not whether a certain rate is achievable with good construction practices, but whether there is a practical solution if the ALR is not achieved. Specifying a low ALR can be a disas…
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New publications from NAUE

September 2, 2009  |  Products

NAUE GmbH & Co. KG, a worldwide producer of geosynthetics, has announced the release of a new series of publications: “The Four Dimensions of Secugrid®.” These brochures take you through the four main “dimensions” that influence the Secugrid geogrids from manufacture …
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Geotextile tubes help stabilize shorelines

September 1, 2009  |  Case Studies

Geosynthetic technologies have emerged as a major tool in the battle against shoreline erosion, and TenCate Geosynthetics, Almelo, The Netherlands, has given the sturdy textiles a new form. The Geotube® system involves filling very large tubular textile containers with local sand or sludge to ho…
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West Valley TRAX project to use an estimated 1,846,000ft3 of geofoam

August 27, 2009  |  Case Studies

Salt Lake City’s West Valley TRAX project, commissioned by the Utah Transit Authority, is the nation’s second-largest geofoam project, with an anticipated total of 1,846,000ft3 of ACH Geofoam installed along the light-rail tracks. Geofoam was selected in place of soil to save time and mo…
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Stormwater Equipment Manufacturers Association launches new website

August 26, 2009  |  News

A new website launched by the Stormwater Equipment Manufacturers Association is designed to assist users of stormwater BMPs (best management practices). The site features information on the association’s membership, activities and a buyer’s guide on stormwater equipment and services.
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Cell-Tek launches new bonded aggregate system

August 25, 2009  |  News

Cell-Tek Geosynthetics Crofton, Md., has introduced Gravel-Lok, a new system intended for bonding a variety of aggregates for use in industrial, civil and residential applications. Gravel-Lok is a moisture-curing liquid, comprised of a single component, and is non-toxic and eco-friendly.
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ASCE elects new officers

August 24, 2009  |  News

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has elected officers who will be installed Oct. 30, 2009, during the business meeting at ASCE’s Annual Civil Engineering Conference in Kansas City, Mo. The new board members include: President—Blaine D. Leonard, P.E., D.GE, F.ASCE, a researc…
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Second Year of Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) Fellowships

August 24, 2009  |  News

By George R. Koerner and Robert M. Koerner The GSI Fellowship program funds graduate students performing research on geosynthetic topics for up to three years of continuous activity. The first year awards are for $10,000 and the second and third are for $5,000 each. The criteria are: Students must h…
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Geosynthetics: Present and Perspectives in México

August 24, 2009  |  News

Objectives: To learn about current reality in the use of the geosynthetic materials, presenting also the perspectives for the near future and the potential applications of these products in the Mexican Engineering. Who should attend? Project designers, specifiers, geotechnical and environmental engi…
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Tensar grants exclusive distribution rights to CETCO

August 24, 2009  |  News

CETCO Sediment Remediation Technologies signed an agreement with Tensar International Corporation gaining exclusive rights to distribute the Triton Marine Mattress System. The system, made for subaqueous capping of contaminated sediments, will be distributed by CETCO in the United States and Canada.…
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