Arnold named CEO at GSE

September 2, 2009  |  News

The Board of Directors of Gundle/SLT Environmental Inc. (GSE) announced that Mark C. Arnold joins the company as president, CEO, and director effective Sept. 14, 2009. Prior to his GSE appointment, Arnold was vice president and general manager at Lubrizol Corp. leading a global business unit focused…
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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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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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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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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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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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BLM distributes draft of Environmental Impact Statement regarding proposed phosphate mine

August 21, 2009  |  News

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) began distributing a draft of an Environmental Impact Statement in response to a proposal by P4 Production LLC, a subsidiary of Monsanto, to open a phosphate mine near Soda Springs, Idaho. The BLM is releasing the statement to generate public feedback on the …
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The FICCI makes recommendations for geosynthetics industry

August 20, 2009  |  News

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has announced a variety of findings and recommendations for the geosynthetics industry. The FICCI teamed up with the Office of Textile Commissioner in the Ministry of Textiles to hold a conference titled “Geosynthetics: Opportu…
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Profile Products releases wider turf reinforcement mats

August 19, 2009  |  News

Profile Products now offers Enkamat Turf Reinforcement Mats (TRMs) in Enkamat R20 and Enkamat R30. Both of the mats, which span 8ft, feature improved UV resistance and are reinforced with a flexible polyester geogrid. The mats are ideal for establishing vegetation and have no seams or welds.
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