A most-interesting article…with one correction

June 1, 2006  |  News

To the editor: I really enjoyed reading the article on the use of synthetic and/or manufactured soil stabilization materials in World War II by Mr. Gregory Richardson (Geosynthetics, February-March, “Lost in history: Geo-Airdromes”). I am very much an amateur historian on WW II and have quite a …
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Ecosystems, soil present challenges for levees

June 1, 2006  |  News

There is no shortage of challenges to building hurricane protection in Gulf Coast USA. Soils are so soft that it’s difficult to get the land to support massive levees. The landscape itself continues to sink through natural and man-made processes. And a fragile ecosystem of coastal marshland li…
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Geofoam used in Kentucky road rehab

June 1, 2006  |  News

An innovative highway rehabilitation project in northern Kentucky has utilized a geofoam fill system to stabilize the roadbed. The project was unusual because of a new approach to stopping chronic road slippage. A 1-mile stretch of Kentucky Highway 8 in Campbell County was bolstered with geofoam ins…
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Propex names Dana new CEO

June 1, 2006  |  News

Joseph F. Dana was named president and CEO of Propex Fabrics Inc., effective March 20, 2006. He was also appointed a director of the company. Dana, who was previously vice president and chief of North American operations, joined Propex when it acquired SI Concrete Systems Corp. and SI Geosolutions C…
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Geosynthetics: U.S. demand will continue to grow

June 1, 2006  |  News

U.S. demand for geosynthetics is forecast to advance 4.1% per year to 865 million yd.2 in 2006, according to The Freedonia Group Inc. Demand will be driven by growing consumer awareness of the benefits of geosynthetics in various applications, fueled by an ongoing consumer education effort on the pa…
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GMA offers new level of membership

June 1, 2006  |  News

The Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) is now offering a new level of membership for distributors of geosynthetics. The GMA Executive Council recently approved a measure that opened the door for membership to distributors of geosynthetic materials. “Distributors play a vital role in the …
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Geosynthetics: Update from Korea

June 1, 2006  |  Features, News

The infusion of geosynthetics in Korea has been accomplished in a relatively short time. A look at potential growth, research, and markets. By Han-Yong Jeon 1. Introduction The geosynthetics industry in Korea is a promising field for investment and development. Many types of domestic geosynthetic pr…
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A great story to tell

June 1, 2006  |  News

By Andrew Aho “You have a wonderful story to tell.” Those words came from a Washington, D.C. lobbyist after a meeting where I had presented an overview of the geosynthetics industry, the benefits of geosynthetic products, and the variety of geosynthetics applications. “And the timi…
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Apax acquires Contech

April 1, 2006  |  News

CONTECH® Construction Products Inc., a civil engineering site solutions products and services company based in Ohio, and funds advised by Apax Partners Worldwide, a private equity investment group, announced that Apax has completed its acquisition of a majority ownership interest in Contech. The tr…
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New silt-fence installer ready

April 1, 2006  |  News

Burchland Mfg. LLC has announced the introduction of its XT-Series Silt Fence Installers. Designed to install 36-in. to 48-in. erosion-control fabric, Burchland XTs offer a 3-point hitch or quick-attach plate for mounting on tractors or skidsteers. The XTs install fabric to a choice of depth down to…
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