Archives

The rise of BGMs: A decade of transformation in the geomembrane industry

November 13th, 2023

A decade ago, bituminous geomembranes (BGMs) were a relatively unknown player in the landfill and mining industries. Fast forward to the present day, and BGMs have emerged as a significant disruptor, posing a formidable challenge to traditional high-density polyethylene (HDPE) geomembrane manufacturers. The industry landscape has shifted dramatically, with BGMs steadily gaining market share and […]

Read More

Bituminous geomembranes on a French dam

April 1st, 2018

La Galaube Dam, an International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD) facility in the south of France, completes the hydraulic system of the Montagne Noire area and provides a total water storage capacity in excess of 283 million cubic feet (8 million m3). To supply potable water to three counties and 185 municipalities in the region, […]

Read More