Containment

The manufacturing process for geosynthetics is complex but learning more about these processes is extremely instructive for how to properly utilize and understand geosynthetic materials. During CIM 2017,...

After 40+ years of geosynthetic materials performance consulting work, Dr. Ian D. Peggs has made a strategic decision to close I-CORP INTERNATIONAL, Inc. for the foreseeable future and to...

One of the primary functions of a geotextile is protection, such as for a geomembrane. The strength of the fabric has brought it to another realm for protection, though: demolition. Geotextiles are wrapped around key blast points at demolition sites to contain the outward throw of debris, as demonstrated by a project in Oregon. Learn more here.;

BioCentric Energy Holdings, Inc. (Pink Sheets:BEHL) President Monique Berry today announced the company has successfully achieved the use of the ambient temperature of fresh water at the company's Death Valley Junction (DVJ) location using an aquifer for radiant cooling. The BioCentric Team researched radiant cooling utilizing the close proximity of pond liners within 12 inches of the waterline and could find nothing comparable to the unique location of Death Valley Junction and a massive fresh water aquifer beneath.

This project video from HUESKER details a 1500m-long coastal protection installation of geosynthetic tubes along Lake Sedlitz in Germany’s Lusatian Lake District. The 1400 ha (3460 acre) lake is...

The International Association of Geosynthetic Installers (IAGI) has published its first newsletter of 2012. This issue includes a welcome note from new IAGI President Todd Harman, an article on the Certified Welding Technician (CWT) "Renewal Process 2.0," an update to the IAGI Buyer's Guide, industry news, a call for entries for IAGI's awards, and an article from Elizabeth Peggs on the beta testing of Geosindex.com. Read the newsletter here (PDF)

Kickstarter is a microlending-styled fund-raising platform for creative projects. One of the projects gaining strong attention today comes from Designers Archie Lee Coates IV and Jeffrey Franklin of PlayLab and Dong-Ping Wong of Family Architects, who have developed the +Pool concept. The idea is to create public pools using ordinary water, even New York's river water. A geotextile-based filtration system would provide the frontline screening and treatment. Learn more here.;

Finger Lakes Railway is applying for a Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery grant from the federal Department of Transportation. The railroad wants to improve segments of its tracks, and carry garbage into the Seneca Meadows landfill. Pending regulations meant to reduce garbage trucks traveling through the region, unstable fuel prices and an initiative to make New York City more green have created a perfect storm that may push trash onto trains rather than tractor-trailers. Learn more here.;

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) has announced major revisions to its standard ANSI/AWWA D130-11, AWWA Standard for Geomembrane Materials for Potable Water Applications. This standard pertains to geomembrane materials supplied in sheet form for lining, covering, or lining and covering potable water reservoirs. The standard includes requirements for material properties, fabrication, and installation. Major revisions include an updated title, updated definitions, new repair information, and changes to a quality control testing table. Comments on the revision are sought through 17 June 2011. Learn more here.;

EPA's Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds (OWOW) has released a new 11-minute video, "Building Green: A Success Story in Philadelphia." The video features numerous short interviews and showcases green building methods being implemented around Philadelphia, such as green roofs, porous pavers for infiltration, solar panels, rainwater harvesting, reducing stormwater runoff, and much more. Learn more here.;

TRI Environmental and TRI Australasia will hold the next CQA Week Training events 18-21 March 2013 in Perth, Western Australia at the offices of Engineers Australia. Key education focuses on Construction QA/QC for Geosynthetic Installations and Compacted Clay Liner and GCL Installation, Liner Integrity Survey/Assessment Training, and an opportunity to sit for the Geosynthetic Institute's Inspector Certification Program exam.

The Borneo Bulletin reports that on August 21 the Brunei Institute of Technology (ITB) in Rimba will hold a half-day seminar on "Geotechnical Solutions in the 21st Century." The session will concentrate mostly on hydraulic and coastal engineering and on newer techniques and technologies. Special geosynthetics experience will be provided by the main speaker, Dr. Michael Heibaum of Germany's Federal Waterways Engineering and Research Institute. Learn more here.;

TRI Environmental has published an updated Electrical Leak Location Survey General Guide. This publication (August 2014) closely follows the release of ASTM International Committee D35's new standard, D7953 -...

In Cumberland County, Tennessee, a company has proposed using coal ash in the reclamation and beneficial reuse of a 300-acre former mining site on Smith Mountain. A public hearing has taken place during which residents expressed considerable concerns. Tennessee, as many readers know, is where more than 5 million cubic yards of coal ash spilled when a Kingston-based facility's ash pond failed last December. The proposed project on Smith Mountain would use liners, samples of which were shown at the hearing. More is expected from the County Commission after its June 15 meeting. Learn more here.;

The Michigan Messenger reports that the US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) approach to cleaning up the Hudson River is vastly different than how the Saginaw River is being approach, despite similar dioxin-contaminated sediment concerns. The Hudson has been declared a Superfund site; the Saginaw has not. The Hudson's dredged material will be disposed of in lined landfills; Saginaw's is scheduled for unlined pits (by US Army Corps of Engineers plans). The Hudson River project uses silt curtains to contain sediment; Saginaw's does not. Learn more here.;

The deadline for abstract submission to Urban Water Management 2009 has been extended to 1 August 2008. This inaugural event from PennWell will be an annual conference focusing on stormwater BMPs, sustainable design, public works, NPDES, construction and more. The first gathering will be held in Overland Park, Kansas from 23-26 March 2009. Learn more here.;

12 March 2014 - A team from the Geotechnical Extreme Events Reconnaissance (GEER) Association, supported by the National Science  Foundation, has been mobilized to investigate the potential impacts of the...

TenCate Geosynthetics has published its Winter 2010 issue of MiraFacts, a semi-annual, electronic publication detailing projects, issues affecting engineering, short course and training opportunities, and more. The issue contains a host of interesting stories, including issues of road buildings, MiraSpec Design Solutions Software for flexible pavement designs, a pavement restoration warranty, two case studies, and more. Read it online. Learn more here.;

Federal regulators are concerned that a dam built by Monsanto Co. earlier this year to trap phosphate mine runoff may be stopping more than just pollution. They say the dam has also halted millions of gallons of water in Sheep Creek that would otherwise help fill the Blackfoot River. The Environmental Protection Agency now wants the maker of Roundup herbicide to begin a costly treatment to remove selenium and heavy metals, then discharge clean water downstream, instead of capturing it in a 50-million-gallon lake behind the dam and using it for dust control on its mining roads. Learn more here.;

The Environmental Connection 2010 registration book is now available for you to download from the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) website. In an effort to reduce direct mail waste and the annual conference's environmental impact, IECA has elected to reduce the number of physical registration books it is sending this year. The full book and registration form have both been made available in an electronic format. Download the PDF (10 MB) today. Learn more here.;

WASHINGTON, DC (June 4, 2014) - The Algae Biomass Organization (ABO), the trade association for the algae industry, today announced the election of eight members to its Board of Directors...

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 Organizing Committee of Cobramseg and the the 7th Brazilian Symposium on Rock Mechanics (SBMR) have assembled a strong short course program. These courses will be held on October...

A follow up on a GCCM patent story from earlier this year: The preliminary injunction issued in a Polish court against Eurobent Sp.zo.o regarding potential infringement of Concrete Canvas's patent...

Since 1986, Biobarrier® has been the product of choice for re-directing tree and shrub roots from walls, sidewalks, foundations and landscapes. Biobarrier Root Control System is placed in a trench between roots and the area to be protected and is guaranteed for 15 years. “ When we introduced Biobarrier, it was a different kind of product for the market,” said Jerry Dunaway, Biobarrier sales manager. “It still is unlike anything else. We think it is also the most effective and cost-efficient method of inhibiting root growth. For example, it generally costs about $900 to replace 15 linear feet of 4-foot-wide sidewalk. Using Biobarrier along that same stretch of sidewalk costs less than $50.”