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Basell's price for all grades of polyethylene and polypropylene has been increased by Eur 150 per tonne. If costs continue to climb, so may the prices. At the same time, heightening demand from resin converters has caused Dow Europe to increase its prices for Lighter PET Resins by Eur 130 per tonne.

The 2003 International Association of Geosynthetic Installers Membership Directory is now available in .pdf format. The International Association of Geosynthetic Installers strives to provide a forum for geosynthetic installers to advance installation and construction techniques, and to strengthen the knowledge, image and communication within the industry. Part A - Editorial, IAGI Board Members, Installers (.pdf 439 KB) and Part B - Manufacturers and Distributors, Technical Services, Membership Directory, Ad Index

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The IFAI welcomes entries for the 2001 International Achievement Awards. The International Achievement Awards recognize the latest advancements in technical fabric design and manufacture in 29 categories. Entries will be displayed at IFAI Expo in Nashville, Tenn. On October 18-20, 2001 and winers will be featured in IFAI publications including: Industrial Fabric Products Review, Fabric Architecture, IFAI's Marine Fabricator, Geotechnical Fabrics Report and In Tents. DEADLINE for submitting entries: July 1, 2001. Entered projects must have been completed between July 1, 1999 and June 30, 2001. For a brochure and entry form contact: Rita Chuk-Petroskas, International Achievement Awards Manager, Industrial Fabrics Association International, Phone: 651-222-2508 or 800-225-1324, Fax: 651-631-9334, Email: awards@ifai.com. Web site: www.ifai.com