During the recent ASTM International Committee Week meetings in Indianapolis (12-14 June 2013), George Koerner, Ph.D., P.E., CQA of the Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) was honored with the "Award of Merit" and the title of “Fellow” by ASTM International. In a June 13 ceremony, Dr. Mary C. McKiel of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), who serves as ASTM International...

TenCate Geosynthetics has published the Summer 2013 issue of its MiraFACTS newsletter. Each issue delivers project profiles, technology updates, market trends, and more. (Readers can also register to win an iPad.) Articles in the summer issue focus on: New MiraSpec App for iPad MiraSpec Software Update NTPEP Work Plan for the Evaluation of Geotextiles in Highway Applications Program Oil & Gas: Think Ahead. Think TenCate New...

Three new reports focus on policies to fight climate change BRUSSELS, June 25, 2013 — The economic costs and social impacts of climate change threaten the prosperity of the Europe and Central Asia region. But well-designed climate action can bring numerous benefits, while also being cost-effective. A set of three World Bank reports launched today in Brussels with the European...

Raven Engineered Films would like to share with you our excitement regarding the collaboration between Raven Aerostar and Google on Project Loon and the role we play to provide balloon-powered Internet access for rural, remote, and underserved areas of the world.  Raven Engineered Films is participating in Project Loon by manufacturing and supplying mission critical ultra-thin film to Raven...

GEOfabrics Ltd, a Leeds-based company specialising in the manufacture of geocomposite products used in large-scale civil engineering and construction projects, this week signed a long-term partnership deal with ALYAF Industrial Co. Ltd. of Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The partnership creates a new venture, ALYAF GEOfabrics, to be based in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Dammam. Established in 1992, GEOfabrics Ltd is the...

Huesker Fortrac® geogrids were used to enable the construction of a bridge and state highway construction in Bavaria as part 2012-2013 highway works. The site video (in German with English subtitles) gives excellent views of the pile and reinforcement construction and explanation of the design. (Click the brackets in the lower right of the video's bottom bar to view in full-screen...

In June 2013, Maccaferri, Inc. will be opening a new 49,000 square foot manufacturing facility in the Sacramento, California area, which is more than double the Company's current space. Located in the McClellan Business Park, formerly the McClellan Air Force Base, the new facility offers convenient access to major interstates and highways. The larger space will accommodate an additional production...

Utilizing performance-guaranteed North American Green erosion and sediment control products can help you earn credits toward your LEED Green Building Rating System project certification goals for new construction and existing buildings. Learn more on Tensar North American Green's LEED page

Milwaukee, Wis. – The Certification Board of ASQ is pleased to announce that Richard S. Lacey has completed the requirements to be named an ASQ-Certified Calibration Technician, or ASQ CCT. As such, Richard S. Lacey has reached a significant level of professional recognition, indicating a proficiency in and a comprehension of calibration principles and practices. Individuals who earn this certification...

Legislation Builds Upon Bicameral, Bipartisan Work from Last Congress, Identifies Common Ground to Move Forward – Environment and the Economy Subcommittee to Vote on Legislation This Week WASHINGTON, DC – Energy and Commerce Committee member Rep. David McKinley (R-WV) today introduced a new version of coal ash legislation in the House of Representatives. H.R 2218, the Coal Residuals Reuse and...