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Amendment adds “geosynthetic materials” to 2015 transportation bill
November 5th, 2015
U.S. Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-Ore.) is shown endorsing the amendment by Rep. Chuck Fleischmann (R-Tenn.) that supports the use of innovative technologies, including geosynthetic materials. Their comments were made Nov. 3 during debate in the House regarding the 2015 transportation bill. The amendment passed by voice vote.
Four new engineering business managers at TenCate
November 3rd, 2015
Baillie, Castro, Nesbit, Broissin named to regional positions In an Oct. 30 press release, Pendergrass, Ga.-based TenCate Geosynthetics Americas announced the appointments of four new regional engineering business managers: Brian Baillie, Nathalia Castro, Brock Nesbit, and Juan Pablo Broissin. Brian Baillie has joined TenCate Geosynthetics as the engineering business manager for the company’s south central […]
Geotechnical Frontiers 2017
November 2nd, 2015
Save the dates and meet the deadlines Conference theme The theme of Geotechnical Frontiers 2017 is “Innovation and Collaboration in Technology and Practice.” The conference will feature four days of technical programming, including short courses, panel discussions, and paper presentations. The objective of the event is to share new developments in geotechnical engineering technologies. Call […]
Seaman introduces XR-5PW geomembrane
October 30th, 2015
High-performance fabric manufacturer Seaman Corp., Wooster, Ohio, has expanded its line of XR-5® grade geomembranes with the XR-5PW. Specifically engineered for potable water floating covers, 45-mil XR-5PW offers high strength, UV protection and resistance to punctures and tears. It is the only coated fabric with NSF-61 approval for potable water contact. Featuring Seaman’s proprietary knit […]
Agru America announces two managerial changes
October 28th, 2015
Agru America named Melissa Grace as Business Unit Manager for the Fiber and Textile Business Unit and Chris Eichelberger’s role as VP-Technical Marketing will expand to include the oversight of technical marketing associated with the Geosynthetics product line. Grace will be responsible for developing new business and interfacing between the geosynthetics sales staff and the […]
Strata Systems Inc. launches target-specific website
October 27th, 2015
Strata Systems Inc., a global manufacturer of soil reinforcement products, launched a new regional website, which targets its South American customer base. The streamlined navigation and customer-targeted technical information is now available in both English and Spanish. The Spanish version is designed to offer Spanish-speaking customers the same site features and experience that English-speaking customers […]
Profile Products acquires Central Fiber
October 26th, 2015
On October 20, Profile Products LLC, an environmentally friendly soil, water and vegetation management solutions provider acquired Central Fiber LLC, a manufacturer of cellulose and wood fiber products. Profile gained access to new manufacturing and distribution capabilities in key markets with the acquisition of Central Fiber’s facility in Ohio, a new warehouse in Dallas and […]
Propex launches GeoSolutions
October 23rd, 2015
Propex announced the launch of Propex GeoSolutions with a dual-function sales structure. The dual-function sales structure will consist of two teams: geotextiles sales led by Ray Bruno and the erosion control and specialty solutions sales team led by Todd Gerrez. Bruno’s team will feature geotextile sales including wovens, civil nonwovens and pacing fabrics. They will […]
New transportation bill introduced
October 20th, 2015
GMA members could see key action for road funding U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee chairman, Rep. Bill Shuster (R-Pa.), announced in a press release last week that he would be introducing the $325-billion Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform (STRR) Act of 2015 as a bi-partisan and long-term solution for funding U.S. transportation needs. Co-authoring […]
Miller Weldmaster launches new website
October 19th, 2015
Miller Weldmaster announced the launch of its new website optimized for easy navigation, enhanced aesthetics and a more user-friendly experience. New website features include: Product exploration. Machine options can be selected by industry, name, welding material and technology. Machine overviews, specifications, videos, photos and literature are available. Greater functionality. The website includes easier-to-access information on […]