Geosynthetics in Low Impact Development

May 15, 2023  |  News

Traditional stormwater systems throughout the country are aging. Meanwhile, municipalities are struggling to find cost-effective means of managing wet weather events. Traditional stormwater systems collect rain and/or snowmelt and carry it via piping networks to a nearby waterway, or wastewater trea…
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5 ways geotextile drainage fabric can improve your drainage system

May 12, 2023  |  News

If you’re looking to improve your drainage system, geotextile drainage fabric may be the solution you need. This material offers a range of benefits that can enhance the effectiveness and longevity of your drainage system. In this post, we’ll explore the top 5 ways geotextile drainage fabric can…
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Viking introduces mobile conveyor to improve safety and efficiency

May 11, 2023  |  News

Viking Containment uses thousands of sandbags and ballast tubes per annum to protect and temporarily ballast its liner projects during and post installation. To increase efficiency and minimize repetitive strain and manual handling type injuries the company has designed a purpose-built mobile convey…
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COMANCO completes preserving tank liner project

May 10, 2023  |  News

COMANCO has installed 29,000 square feet of 40mil HDPE textured geomembrane and geocomposite on 0.60 acres at the Preserving Tank Farm in Alabama. The project is 100% complete. The project involved installing 40mil textured liner on the concrete walls, following installation of the stainless steel b…
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Classic Minerals Limited completes Kat Gap HDPE lining project

May 9, 2023  |  News

Western Australia-based gold mining company Classic Minerals Limited reports that the construction activities for the Kat Gap processing facility are moving forward at the Kat Gap project located approximately 120 km south-east of Southern Cross, in Western Australia. The company has completed 100% …
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Wrekin introduces new geogrid

May 8, 2023  |  News

Wrekin Products’ new SX Composite 3030 consists of nonwoven geotextile thermally bonded to its existing SX geogrid. Developed with contractor feedback in mind, it combines the functions of reinforcement, separation and filtration into one product, rather than having to use two separate solutions. …
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AASHTO Spring Meeting coming to Seattle

May 5, 2023  |  News

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) recently provided details on the keynote speaker for its 2023 Spring Meeting – to be held May 15-18 at the Hyatt Regency Seattle – as well as the conference’s various knowledge sessions. A draft of the AASHTO 2023 …
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Earthen ponds seepage prevention using HDPE liners

May 4, 2023  |  News

Earthen ponds are essential to many agricultural, industrial, and municipal operations. They support water storage, irrigation, and wastewater treatment (1, 2). In addition, they can provide a habitat for aquatic plants and animals, contributing to biodiversity and ecosystem health. However, earthen…
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Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) launches redesigned website

May 3, 2023  |  News

Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) recently launched a newly redesigned website that went live on Apr. 18, 2023, giving visitors a more dynamic user experience. In addition to providing users a website with an intuitive and inviting layout, ATA has increased the overall speed and responsiveness o…
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Rail viaduct project blends old and new infrastructure in Tallinn

May 2, 2023  |  News

When Selektor Projekt OÜ won the bid for the Paldiski Road Viaduct project as part of Estonian Railway’s multi-year expansion project, the team of engineers was ready to take on the three-part challenge of designing a railway viaduct, a widened embankment, and a retaining wall to support a new ra…
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