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Machina-TST is one of the fastest-growing geosynthetics companies in Europe. The company has expanded its production space for geogrids, geotextiles, geocomposite reinforcement materials, and turf reinforcement mats. Part of...

Whenever you are in the Phoenix area, do not miss eating at Tarbell's at 3213 East Camelback Road. Reservations are essential (phone 602-955-8100), and ensure you get one of Nader's tables. Send any other good eating tips to lara@geosynthetica.net. Learn more here.;

In 2016, Geosynthetica had the honor of managing the GeoAmericas 2016 conference and publishing the proceedings. GeoAmericas 2020 will soon take place in Brazil. As part of a series...

The City of Angola, Indiana and Tri-State University will offer a free half-day workshop on erosion and sediment control techniques, materials and issues in construction. Builders, contractors, developers, engineers, municipal officials and employees are among those who will find the workshop useful. To register, call J.D. Smith at 888 262 2214 or Eric Henion at +1 260 624 2663. Learn more here.;

As geomembrane and thermoplastic applications become more demanding, welding technologies must keep up with the advancing needs of each job site. Equipment that is reliable, efficient and low maintenance is a must. Demtech Services Inc. has become one the world's top extrusion welder manufacturers by seeking to satisfy demanding technicians and meet the latest challenges in geosynthetic installations. The company's newest offering, the Pro-XME Extrusion Welder, is another notable addition to the installer's options.

The annual Waterpoof Membranes conference, organized by UK-based Applied Market Information (AMI), holds its 7th edition this December 10-12 in Dusseldorf, Germany. The conference routinely includes a mix of...

On August 4 and 5, CETCO will host webinars on "Understanding and Monitoring Polymer Amended Bentonite in Geosynthetic Clay Liners for Use in Coal Ash Impoundments and Caustic Leachate...

By Namrata Bichewar – Prefabricated vertical drains are geocomposite drainage materials with an inner core of polypropylene wrapped in a nonwoven geotextile filter fabric. TechFab’s TechDrain PVDs are jointless...

Innovations with additive packages and coatings have driven  many of the new product additions to the geosynthetics field in recent years. This has been especially true with...

DENVER, Colo. – 29 May 2014 – The International Erosion Control Association Region One (IECA) and the Water Environment Federation (WEF) announce their new memorandum of understanding. The purpose of this agreement is...

The 2016 AGHP Photo Contest is open for submissions. This free, engineering awareness-raising competition is an annual event, supported by the Association of Geohazard Professionals (AGHP). The contest is open to...

The early bird registration deadline for Waterproof Membranes 2016 is September 2. Save roughly €120 (including VAT) on registration for this 10th edition of this annual conference...

By Terre Armée –Situated on the north shore of the Saint Lawrence River in eastern Canada, where the Gulf of St Lawrence opens onto the Atlantic Ocean, the town...

Recently, we looked at the promise of geosynthetics in aquaculture operations, with AGRU having published a podcast on the subject. We also looked at a previous story on Geosynthetica...

Large-scale working platforms have become important solutions to infrastructure projects. grown in use in infrastructure, such as for situations in which load transfer enables more efficient construction or makes...

Australia-based Imagine Intelligent Materials has quickly scaled up production of its innovative imgne® X3 coating. The product has enabled the manufacture of the world’s first graphene-enhanced geotextiles, which are...

A plan to develop waterfront property in the village along the Connecticut River will move ahead after the Bellows Falls Historical Society recently was awarded a $200,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency. The money, which was part of the almost $3 million Vermont received in the latest round of EPA Brownfields grants, will allow the historical society to create a trail system and public park along the river. The first phase of the project will include capping the contaminated soil, installing a geotextile layer, and developing a paved riverfront trail. Learn more here.;

In mid-2019, Clockspring|NRI acquired Milliken Infrastructure Solutions (MIS). Both companies had large portfolios with infrastructure repair-related technologies, such as pipe wrap and sleeves, epoxies, and geosynthetic cementitious composite mats...

During Environmental Connection 2016, Geosynthetica's Elizabeth Peggs caught up with John Imm of APEX and Dave Chenowith of Western States Reclamation. Imm was at the International Erosion Control Association...

International geosynthetics manufacturer Solmax is well known for its barrier technologies, including with conductive lining systems that can enhance site quality assurance. The company is now expanding options for...

ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics has issued work item WK29717, Standard Test Method for Index Puncture Resistance of Geomembranes and Related Products. This is a work item revision to existing standard D4833-07. Learn more here.;

Looking for a job in geosynthetics? Send us some details - experience, what you are looking for and where to: elizabeth@geosynthetica.net. We have been asked if we know available people. Your information will be held in the strictest of confidence.

GeoAmericas 2020 will be the first major geosynthetics conference to be held entirely online. The new format has been welcomed by the global community and a very noteworthy series...

By Bruno Pedroni – The Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA) is one of the most prestigious engineering institute’s in Brazil. The Institute's geosynthetics group (GGGAITA) is celebrating its...

Sioux Falls, SD – The renovated headquarters of Raven Industries (Nasdaq: RAVN) will soon be housed under plants. Next week, a living, planted roof will be installed as part...