BERLIN – When the quadrennial International Conference on Geosynthetics (10ICG) convenes at the state-of-the-art ESTREL Convention Centre in Berlin, 21 – 25 September 2014, it will connect multiple geotechnical and civil engineering professionals from around the world in a way no previous ICG has. This 10th installment will be co-located with the German Geotechnical Society’s (DGGT) 33rd German Soil...

At a glance, 2014 might seem like a quieter year for geosynthetics events. It's an ICG year--the International Conference on Geosynthetics--so the various, growing regional events associated with the International Geosynthetics Society's (IGS) 41 chapters are not being held. Yet, there is plenty of activity. Here is our Event Watchlist 2014 for the geosynthetics community. The common thread you'll find...

Houston, TX - GSE is pleased to announce that Rebecca Mendelson is now the technical manager for the Mountain Region. Rebecca will be recommending technical solutions and representing GSE geosynthetic products to consulting engineers and other clients in Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Idaho, South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, Nebraska and Wyoming. She will work closely with Joe Kaul (Account Manager) in...

IECA's annual conference and expo, Environmental Connection, is the world's largest soil and water event. Environmental Connection is the industry's gathering place for developing business relationships, learning new ways to approach your work and finding the products or services to make your job easier. The 2014 conference will be held February 25-28 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville,...

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) will hold a number of full-day courses on February 25 during Environmental Connection 2014. The full conference takes place 25-28 February 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. IECA Short Courses include: Slope Stability Analysis and Reinforcement Principles - Instructor: Stanley Miller, PE, CPESC Soil Microbiology and Restoration Ecology - Instructor: Timothy Flynn Effective Best of the BMPs - Instructor: John McCullah, CPESC Using the Revised Universal Soil...

By Robert Koerner - The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) will hold its first webinar of 2014 on Wednesday, January 8, from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (EST). This monthly webinar series is held every second Wednesday of a month. GSI members enjoy discounted attendance. The January 8 topic focuses on the lifetime prediction of geosynthetics, including both exposed and non-exposed...

WEIRTON, WV - As a leading geomembrane manufacturer to the Oil & Gas industry, Layfield Environmental Systems is pleased to announce its newest distribution center located 2700 Harmon Creek Road, Colliers, WV. Layfield specializes in manufacture and fabrication of high quality frac tank liners and pads, oil pit liners, and well pad liners for the upstream oil & gas sector....

Each year one finds a good number of anniversaries to recognize. In engineering, you might recognize company milestones, professional society anniversaries, a particular geotechnical event, the invention of a material, etc. Here, we’ve compiled a handful of the anniversaries in geosynthetics that passed in 2013. NOTE: Slideshow will run automatically. Scroll over and use the arrows on either side of...

Your opportunity to enter the International Erosion Control Association's (IECA) annual Photo Contest (sponsored by Land and Water Magazine) is closing! All entries must be received by December 30 to be included. Winners and other top submissions will be announced to erosion and sediment control community through various media channels in 2014 as well as showcased at Environmental Connection...

Presto Geosystem, a leading manufacturer of cellular confinement, porous pavements and construction mats, is looking for a seasoned technical sales professional to add to their team. Candidates should possess industry expertise, a zeal for solving difficult soil and stormwater challenges, and a desire to lead a world-class distribution network. Interested candidates should contact the Presto Geosystems Director, Bill Handlos, at bill.handlos@prestogeo.com...