Containment

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today released the complete version of the Annual Energy Outlook 2010 (AEO2010), which includes 38 sensitivity cases that show how different assumptions regarding market and policy drivers affect the Reference case projections that EIA previously released in December, 2009. In addition to considering alternative scenarios for oil prices, economic growth, and the uptake of more energy-efficient technologies, the AEO2010 includes cases that examine the impact of changes in selected policies, such as the extension of existing policies that are currently scheduled to sunset as well as the sensitivity of natural gas shale production to variations in drilling activity and the size of the resource base.

Engineering News Record (ENR) has published a slideshow of the world's ten largest green roof installations. From Chicago's Millennium Park to Frankfurt's airport, Singapore's Polytechnic to Spain's Expo Zaragoza, the piece gives interesting snapshots of the range of innovation in and uses for green roofs. Geosynthetic separation, filtration, drainage and containment technologies are commonly used in green roof construction. Learn more here.;

Sweden-based Trelleborg manufacturers waterproof membranes, among many other materials. In the latest financial report, the company president Peter Nilsson notes: "Demand during the quarter remained favorable in most segments. We are continuing to enhance our market positions. Growth was highly satisfactory, notably in China and India. Organic sales rose 13 percent. Operating profit, excluding items affecting comparability, increased to SEK 751 M, with the EBITDA margin exceeding our financial target and totaling 12.8 percent." Read more.

Singapore public water agency, PUB, has accepted the recommendations of the Expert Panel for Drainage Design and Flood Protection Measures and has announced an action plan to strengthen Singapore’s flood resilience. Among the solutions for the densely populated island is lining of stormwater canals to improve water removal.

Propex has announced that Mark Marienfeld, P.E., has joined its Geotextile Systems Division as Transportation Market Specialist. Marienfeld brings a wealth of design expertise on the use of geotextiles, especially in the transportation market. With 27 years experience in the geotextile industry, he has held key positions within industry associations and has worked closely with transportation agencies to show the benefits of incorporating geotextiles and pavement interlayer fabrics in their paved and unpaved roads.

During EuroGeo 6 (September 2016, Slovenia), Dr. Ian D. Peggs chaired a special panel discussion on geomembrane wrinkles, bridging, uplift, and ballasting. Following, and with the permission of the event...

By NAUE – After more than 50 years of operation, the Hohenwarte II pumped storage facility near Saalfeld/Thuringia had seen many changes both in the ways in which the...

The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI), Folsom, Pennsylvania will be holding its next GSI Short Courses on March 22 and 23. A certification exam will also be offered on March 24. The opportunities are: "Geosynthetics in Waste Containment Liner and Cover Design," March 22; "Quality Control/Quality Assurance of Geosynthetics Installation," March 23; and the Examination for Inspector Certification, March 24. Read more about these events and download a registration brochure.

The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) today announced that an analysis has been completed on the potential effects of disinfectants on potable water supply polyethylene (PE) pipe. The findings are now available to the industry in a report posted online. Commissioned by the PPI and The Alliance for PE Pipe, the study, conducted by Jana Laboratories, examines the various areas of a potable water system including chlorination, durability, oxidative aggressiveness, temperature and pressure/stress. Case studies of actual systems encompassing a range of operating conditions, scope of service and system life were also included. Ontario, Canada-based Jana Laboratories is a world-recognized authority on testing and evaluating the effects of disinfectants on pipe materials. Read more.

American Environmental Group Ltd (AEGL) of Richfield, Ohio, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Power Management, Inc. (PMI) of Goleta, California. Carl Apicella, President of AEGL, stated, "The merger of the PMI and AEGL teams creates a powerful force in the specialty environmental and energy services markets. Adding PMI's southern and northern California operations centers also improves AEGL geographical coverage, and at the same time creates a national platform to deliver PMI's services to power generation markets."

A crew of 6 – 8 people installed the 1000m2 of CC5TM slope protection over five days. In February 2017, Concrete Canvas® Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mat (GCCM) was used for slope...

EDMONTON, Alberta - Layfield Environmental Containment is proud to announce the launch of HAZGARD® 635 FR, a fire retardant geomembrane that meets the requirements of CAN/ULC-S668-12 Standard for Liners...

In the 14 May 2009 Business Week S&P Ratings News, Thomas Nadramia writes on how the drop in construction spending was faster and steeper than anticipated; and how stimulus funds might help the industry's recovery. He notes that original stimulus estimates would be close to $300 billion for infrastructure; but that the actual impact may be closer to $130 billion. A focus on roads and water is apparent. And states like California and Texas are sure to benefit more than others. Learn more here.;

At the Gala des Affaires de Drummondville (Quebec) on 1 November, the Drummond Chamber of Commerce and Industry recognized the knowledge and achievements of the Drummond RMC (Regional County Municupality) business community. SOPREMA earned two top award. First up was recognized with a Napoléon Award in the "Manufacturing Enterprise with 75 or more employees." And then: the much-coveted "Prix Distinction" was awarded to SOPREMA. The award is the Drummond RMC's award for Enterprise of the Year. Geosynthetica warmly congratulates the company on these well-deserved achievements. Learn more here.;

The International Erosion Control Association's membership voted to re-elect Charles R. Riling, Jr., and Brock Peters, CISEC to the Region One 2013 Board of Directors. Joining Riling and Peters to the 2013 Board of Directors is new board member Craig S. Benson. The IECA Region One Board of Directors is made up of nine members, each serving a three-year term. Board positions will be decided at the Board meeting to be held at Environmental Connection 2013, IECA's annual conference and expo, February 10-13, 2013, in San Diego, CA, USA.

Geotechnical engineering requires a lot of waiting. You wait on calls, test results, the weather. You wait on a construction activity to finish, on software to complete extremely complex...

The ongoing, rapid development of South and Central American infrastructure and the heavy concern with sustainability and energy innovation throughout the Americas will be key topics when engineers, contractors, regulators and other construction professionals gather in Lima, Peru for the GeoAmericas 2012 conference and exhibition. To be held May 1-4, GeoAmericas 2012 marks the Second Pan-American Geosynthetics Conference and Exhibition and will take place under the auspices of the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS). The exhibitor space has sold out for the event, and many attendees are now turning attention not just to the strong technical sessions planned for the event but the exceptional short and long courses that have been announced. Featuring expert and internationally renowned instructors, these courses will provide an in-depth look at some of the hottest topics in geosynthetics and current engineering design.

The Williston City Commission has agreed to install a pond liner on a municipal golf course holding pond that has been leaking onto airport property. The drainage issue has impaired the airport's ability to improve runway capacity--a $14 million expansion project the city has been determined to begin. The liner will halt the leakage...so long as they install it properly. Though time presses, one hopes proper CQA is allowed. Learn more here.;

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking proposals for educational sessions at Brownfield 2011--the 14th National Brownfields Conference, scheduled for 3-5 April 2011 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. The deadline for submitting proposals is now 30 July 2010. The National Brownfields Conference is the largest, most comprehensive conference in the nation focused on cleaning up and redeveloping abandoned, underutilized, and potentially contaminated properties. Learn more here.;

After more than two years of seeing a muddy, murky canal bottom instead of a scenic waterway, New Hope was ready to have its Delaware Canal back this summer. A major section of the canal has been relined with a geosynthetic clay liner (CETCO's Bentomat), but the work did not involve the entirety of the area of concern. Now, leaks have been detected and more lining may be needed. Learn more here.;

The 2nd Geosintec Iberia conference from the International Geosynthetics Society Spanish Chapter (IGS Spain) will be held 7 – 8 October 2015 in Madrid. Geosintec 2 organizers have...

The city of Franklin, Tennessee's 30-acre reservoir has been leaking for a number of years. An estimated 1 million gallons leaks from it each day. But crews will soon begin to drain the reservoir ahead of a three-month crack repair plan. This involves the installation of a new geomembrane liner for long-term containment and the removal of 26,000 cubic yards of silt to restore the facility to capacity. Learn more here.;

The American Public Works Association (APWA) 2011 Sustainability Conference has extended abstract presentation proposals through 31 October 2010. General topics of interest include low impact development, sustainable best practices, success stories in sustainability, and much more. The event will be held 27-29 June 2011 in Portland, Oregon. Learn more and submit a proposal electronically. Learn more here.;

The International Road Federation (IRF) will bring its Executive Seminar Series to Lake Buena Vista, Florida (Orlando area) 11-13 April 2012 for a session on "Rural Roads: Best Practices in Low-Volume Roads Engineering." The event will be held at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista and lead instructor Gorden Keller, P.E., GE will be joined by two guest instructors: Alan Kercher, P.E. (President, Kercher Engineering) and the World Bank's Ben Gericke (Program Team Leader, Europe and Central Asia Sustainable Development). Key topics include geosynthetics, erosion control, drainage, slope stabilization, and more.

When the Investing in African Mining Indaba conference convenes in Cape Town, South Africa 8 – 11 February 2016, geosynthetics manufacturer and engineering services provider HUESKER will be on...