ABS geosynthetics product types

February 1, 2022  |  Q&A: GMA Techline

Q: Infrequently, I note geosynthetic products manufactured using acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) (e.g., geogrid, binding line, a few molded specialty products). Can you provide a summary of most of the geosynthetic product types using ABS, as well as the general benefits and limitations of ABS…
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Reinforcement over soft soils with high-strength geogrids

February 1, 2022  |  Features

Construction over soft foundation soils is usually associated with poor bearing capacity, excessive differential settlements and lateral sliding instability. Furthermore, the presence of poor ground conditions at a construction site is the most frequent cause of long construction durations.
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Geosynthetics for stabilization in solar farm development

February 1, 2022  |  Features

With renewed focus on clean electricity, an era with massive investment in new solar power has begun, leading to its widespread development. Although these systems have become more cost-effective, there are often solutions left on the table that could make the costs associated with development and m…
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Premier product showcase 2022

February 1, 2022  |  Products

Here is your first look at some of the new products and services that will be available from companies in 2022. Information for this special section was provided by companies who submitted materials to us before the publication deadline. All photographs are courtesy of the company listing the produ…
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Geosynthetics Conference 2023 will be in Kansas City

February 1, 2022  |  Events, News

Make your plans now to participate in the Geosynthetics Conference 2023—co-located with the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) Annual Conference and Expo 2023.
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Geosynthetic Materials Association has been busy (more to come)

February 1, 2022  |  Events, GMA News, News

in GMA fall Lobby Day 2021. During Lobby Day, GMA members advocated for specific language related to geosynthetics in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), then under consideration in the House of Representatives. The IIJA was subsequently passed and signed into law, with the language G…
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