Geosynthetics for marine structures

April 1, 2024  |  Q&A: GMA Techline

Q: Are geosynthetics allowed to be used in marine structures? I am concerned about plastics in the environment and emission of plastic additives and their degradation by-products. 
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Reflecting on the Robert M. Koerner Lectures

April 1, 2024  |  Update

The Robert M. Koerner Lectures have become a cornerstone in the field of geosynthetics and geotechnical engineering, offering a platform for experts to share their insights, advancements and experiences. As we delve into the past, present and future of these lectures, we uncover a rich history of kn…
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Quality control factory fabrication of flexible geomembranes guide

April 1, 2024  |  Editorial

The Flexible/Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) has expanded its mandate to include providing industry education, support, and technology transfer on the use of flexible geomembranes that can be factory fabricated into large panels. Case in point is the unveiling of its new Factory Fabrication G…
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Oerlikon increases pilot testing capabilities for geotextiles

March 29, 2024  |  News

Oerlikon Neumag is now offering inline pilot testing of its new staple fiber technology in Neumünster, Germany. The plant, which opened in 2022, is available to customers for tests processing various polymers beyond polyester, which was the center’s original scope. The company has already achieve…
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Global leaders recognized at the 2024 IECA Annual Conference

March 28, 2024  |  News

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) announced the winners of the 2024 Environmental Excellence Awards during the 2024 IECA Annual Conference and Expo in Spokane, Wash. this February. The IECA awards program serves as a hallmark event at the conference, acknowledging remarkable accom…
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Lenzing presents innovative concept combining sustainable glacier protection and circularity for geotextiles

March 27, 2024  |  News

The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose for the textile and nonwovens industries, has created a unique, innovative concept that contributes to the sustainable protection of glaciers while inspiring collective action for sustainable practices and a circular economy in the nonwo…
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Webinar – Evaluation of Lightweight Cellular Concrete Properties for Geotechnical Engineering Applications – April 3

March 27, 2024  |  News

Aerix Industries presents the Signature Series Webinar – Evaluation of Lightweight Cellular Concrete Properties for Geotechnical Engineering Applications – on April 3, 2024 at noon EST. The presenter is Dr. Jie Han, the esteemed Roy A. Roberts Distinguished Professor from the Civil, Environm…
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EPA issues PFAS test order as part of National Testing Strategy

March 26, 2024  |  News

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued the fourth Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) test order requiring testing on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under EPA’s National PFAS Testing Strategy, the latest action taken under EPA’s PFAS Strategic Roadma…
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Solmax collaborates with TenneT and SWITCH for recycling of geotextiles in energy projects in Europe

March 25, 2024  |  News

World-leading geosynthetics manufacturer Solmax has collaborated with TenneT and SWITCH to successfully recycle geotextiles used in power grid projects. This initiative resulted in the repurposing of 80 tons of materials destined to become waste during the construction of a new power highway, utiliz…
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Montana DOT director retiring

March 22, 2024  |  News

Malcom “Mack” Long, director of the Montana Department of Transportation, plans to retire on March 22, with Larry Flynn – Montana DOT’s deputy director – stepping in to serve as the agency’s interim director. Appointed by Governor Greg Gianforte (R) as director in January 2021, Long bro…
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