The Minnesota Erosion Control Association (MECA) has launched a new series of erosion and sediment control-related educational videos. The latest is a video on inlet protection. It's a succinct, sub-4 minute video that focuses on why inlet protection is so important (even on small sites), some different styles of products on the market, and affiliated maintenance issues. For more from MECA, visit the...

In a letter dated 20 August 2013, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) announced an update to its geotextile Approved Products List (APL). This impacts all geotextiles to be considered under Types 1 – 5 and for Pavement Stabilization in project specifications. "This new checklist is more detailed and coincides with NTPEP’s recent updates to their evaluation process," writes...

By Dr. Yoshihisa Miyata and Dr. Toshifumi Mukunoki - Soil reinforcement has been a significant geotechnical concept since the ancient era. The oldest example is the ziggurat, built by Babylonians 3000 years ago. The Great Wall of China, built more than 2000 years ago, is also a famous example of an old reinforced soil structure. Natural materials such as...

Fiberweb is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Fraser as Business Director of Geosynthetics. Ian has more than 25 years of experience working in the geotechnical industry and has played a significant role in increasing the profile of geotechnical and geosynthetic solutions through his work with the International Geosynthetics Society, Ground Forum and the Construction Industry Council. Ian joined Fiberweb...

LINCROFT, N.J. -- FEMA -- With the most developed and densely populated coastline in the country, New Jersey has communities along the Shore that are discovering the numerous ways to protect lives and property when storm clouds gather off the coast. Yet, not all beach protection methods are the same. Not all of them will stop an ocean hell-bent on raging...

St. Paul, MN (15 August 2013) - The Stormwater Equipment Manufacturers Association drafted a Maintenance Ordinance template for use by state and local government agencies in setting an ordinance requiring the maintenance of all stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs). The ordinance addresses general requirements for stormwater BMPs, access requirements, maintenance frequency and inspection. The ordinance template is a general guideline...

Solmax will be present at the PIOGA 2013 Eastern Oil & Gas Conference and Trade Show held at the Monroeville Convention Center in Pennsylvania from 27-28 August 2013. The event is the longest-running event of its type in the eastern U.S. and features presentations, conventional oil and gas producers, and approximately 250 exhibitors that focus on Oil & Gas market...

During the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) 2013 Region One Conference and Exhibition (Environmental Connection), Geosynthetica’s Elizabeth Peggs sat down with Jill Pack, CPESC of Tensar North American Green to discuss her paper and technical session on the slope stabilization of a beach on a small island off the coast of Portland, Maine. The project highlights the way single product...

This year, the Indian Chapter of the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) is celebrating its Silver Jubilee: 25 years of service to the Indian Geosynthetics Community! To mark the Silver Jubilee Celebrations and remain abreast of the latest developments in the field of geosynthetics, an international seminar will be held (Geosynthetics India 2013). This event will include a half-day Special...

Sika (www.sika.com) has made a binding offer of CHF 320 million to acquire the Building Adhesives Business of the Dutch company AkzoNobel. With annual sales of CHF 228 million, AkzoNobel Building Adhesives is a top-three player in its core European markets and employs 550 people. With this acquisition, Sika will increase its product offering for interior finishing in the...