Reviving the Wrigley Reservoir on Catalina Island

October 1, 2008  |  Case Studies

A new liner, a floating cover, and a wildfire. By Andrew Mills Introduction There are times when an unusual project turns into one that is absolutely unique, literally “one of a kind.” That’s exactly what happened on a water reservoir project off the west coast of California on Cat…
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Researchers test sediment-scrubbing technology

October 1, 2008  |  Features

The testing was conducted at the Cocheco River in New Hampshire. By Beth Potier In a mud flat at the edge of the Cocheco River, just outside downtown Dover, N.H., scientists from the University of New Hampshire’s Contaminated Sediments Center are testing an innovative way to treat polluted sed…
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Thanks for the info on GRS technology

October 1, 2008  |  News

The article by Michael Adams in the April/May 2008 issue of Geosynthetics, “The GRS bridges of Defiance County,” discusses an “easy as 1-2-3” solution for simple bridge construction. The FHWA integrated bridge system design is straightforward and cost-effective. However, the …
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Three challenges in using SRWs and other reinforced-soil structures: Part 3B

August 1, 2008  |  Case Studies

By Michael R. Simac, P. E., and Blaise J. Fitzpatrick, P. E. Introduction While segmental retaining walls (SRWs) have been routinely used for more than 15 years now, there are still three challenging issues facing owners considering their use. What is the best way to procure, design, and then build …
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Slope stability sensitivities of final covers

August 1, 2008  |  Case Studies

By Richard Thiel Abstract The geotechnical aspects of final cover system slope stability follow the same principles used for other geotechnical stability problems. What is unique and important to recognize, relative to final cover systems, is their sensitivity to relatively small changes in loading,…
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TV reports show use of geotextiles for temporary flood control

August 1, 2008  |  Case Studies

Let’s get the word out! By Mark Marienfeld, P.E. June 2008 I have been watching the TV news coverage of the flooding in the Midwest these past few days. What I see is unprecedented, I believe: TV reports showing the use of geotextiles for temporary flood-control dike building. As background, f…
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RECP installation demo provided by NAGS, ECTC

August 1, 2008  |  News

By Dave Suits An installation demonstration of temporary rolled erosion control product (RECP) was presented at the annual Highway Superintendents School, sponsored by the Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) in Ithaca, N.Y. in June. This annual 2-day school brings together more than 500 New Yo…
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GMA Techline’s first 500 Q’s-and-A’s

August 1, 2008  |  Q&A: GMA Techline

By Bob Koerner and Andrew Aho Introduction The Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) introduced the GMA Techline on Aug. 31, 2004, as a service to those involved with, and interested in, geosynthetics. The Techline is one of the educational services offered by GMA, with the goal of providing fast…
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Lumite acquires Propex plant

August 1, 2008  |  News

Gainesville, Ga.-based geotextiles manufacturer Lumite Inc., a 50% subsidiary of Thrace Plastics Group, has acquired a geotextiles manufacturing plant from Chattanooga, Tenn.-based Propex Inc. The 226,200ft2 Yonah facility, located in Alto, Ga., manufactures specialty manmade fabrics such as geotext…
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Profile names regional sales manager, promotes golf business manager

August 1, 2008  |  News

Pat Holubetz has joined Profile Products LLC as Midwest regional sales manager. Holubetz is replacing Dwight Johnson, who was promoted to Profile Golf business manager. Holubetz supports Profile’s distribution network in the Midwest and will work with new customers. Johnson’s new role as…
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