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IGS North America update: Education in the spotlight

August 1, 2023

…Conference 2023 with the Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA). We are organizing a GeoJeopardy competition among eight invited college programs at GeoAmericas 2024 (geoamericas2024.org) in Toronto, Ont., Canada, next year. The…

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ATA restructures several divisions, launches redesigned website

August 1, 2023

…interact with the association.”  ATA’s newly redesigned website, Textiles.org, is a dynamic portal that provides our industry with an immediate connection to member programs, peers, education, sourcing resources and much…

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The challenge of geomembrane wild edge thickness

August 1, 2023

…weight fraction away from the core of the geomembrane or extrudate over time as it cools. When HDPE goes from a liquid to solid state, it cross-links. The effects of…

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Cross USA Lecture Tour

August 1, 2023

…to do so. This ongoing program for local G-I chapters and graduate student organizations is available to enhance the prestige of the geoprofession. It allows the G-I and host groups…

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Best practices-Working toward zero leaks

August 1, 2023

…conductive to detect any leaks in the produced process water pond containment system. This test method uses a high-voltage, pulsed power supply to charge a capacitor, which is formed by…

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Mining and erosion control

August 1, 2023

…Erosion control, sediment control, revegetation and dewatering activities are common at mining sites. The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) is a leading industry organization home to top manufacturers…

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Four Pillars Of Geosynthetic Sustainability

August 1, 2023

Q: How is geosynthetic sustainability as compared with conventional construction materials like soil, concrete and steel?  A: The four pillars of sustainability are human, social, economic and…

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Northeast DOT projects take home America’s Transportation Awards

July 28, 2023

…meeting, held in Indianapolis, Ind. November 13-16. Both the grand prize and the People’s Choice Award winners will receive $10,000 to go to their preferred scholarship or charity. Visit https://americastransportationawards.org/ to learn…

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Premature failure of geomembrane floating covers in Australia: Causes, comparisons and recommendations

July 11, 2023

…reservoirs from contamination. However, in Australia due to harsh UV and weathering effects, a concerning trend of premature failure and degradation of these covers has been observed. This article delves…

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Lining a tailings facility on the roof of the world

July 10, 2023

…placing restraints on construction, the timelines for this project were tight. The mining waste containment project was an important construction link. The project required a large quantity of high-quality HDPE…

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