Damaged PVC Covers – Illegal Procurement in Indonesia

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NEWSMAKERS:  * CityGreen * eDipole * ELIS Technologies * Electrokinetic Geosynthetics * ExcelPlas * Garware Technical Fibres * GNA * iglube™ * J. P. Giroud * Kerry Rowe * Layfield * Leak Detection * Moisture Management Geosynthetics * Penteco * Pumped Hydro Systems * QUT * RoRo Stretch Pack * Seaman Corp. * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * Strain Monitoring * Stratavault™ * Tentoma * University of Western Australia

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LEGAL NEWS

Lawsuit Over Holes, Rips and Tear in PVC Geomembrane Digestor Covers

Alleged Illegal Acts in Geomembrane Procurement Process in Indonesia

INDUSTRY NEWS

Interview with Kerry Rowe About Him Receiving the Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold Medal for Science and Engineering Last Week (Listen Now)

J.P. Giroud the Father of Geosynthetics Still Going Strong at 85

Geomembrane Liner Selection for Pumped Hydro Systems [PDF]

Meet Stratavault™ – the new Geosynthetic Soil Cell System Engineered for Infrastructure

Stratavault™ Modular Structural Soil Cell (MSSC) system Selected for St Kilda Marina Redevelopment

Solmax Receives IAA Award for El Maximo Water Management Project

Use of Smart Geosynthetics for Long Lasting Resilient Pavements

India’s Garware Technical Fibres Posts Strong Q2 Financial Results

Automated Packaging Machine for Wrapping Geosynthetic Rolls

An Independent Review of Pavement Moisture Management Geosynthetic (MMG) for Enhancing Performance and Resilience | Roads and Bridges

University of Western Australia Researchers Develop Novel Electrokinetic Geosynthetics for Stabilization of Ultra-fine Tailings

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ?

Compact Leak Detection Technology for Covered Geomembrane Liners (ASTM D8265-21) – ELIS RTK GPS eDipole with Case Studies [PDF]

GEOMEMBRANES

One-Dimensional Non-isothermal Transport of Organic Contaminant in the Three-Layer Composite Liner Containing a Defective Geomembrane

Angle-based Residual Strength Estimation Between Geotextile/Textured Geomembrane Interface

Analytical Model for Two-Dimensional Pollutant Transport in Defective GM/GCL/SL Composite Liners [PDF]

GEOTEXTILES

Utilization of Novel Electrokinetic Geosynthetics for Stabilization of Ultra-fine Tailings

Experimental Study on Vacuum Preloading Combined with Intermittent Airbag Pressurization for Treating Dredged Sludge

GCLs

Hydraulic Conductivity of Bentonite–Polymer GCLs Subject to Wet–Dry Cycles Used in Landfill Cover Systems [PDF]

GEOCELLS

Effectiveness of Geocells in Improving the Dynamic Soil Properties for Machine Foundations

GEOGRIDS

Effect of High-Stress Levels on the Shear Behaviour of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Marine Coral Sands [PDF]

Performance Evaluation of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Pile-Supported Embankments Built Over Soft Soil

Localized Shear Strength Mobilization at Geosynthetic Interfaces Caused by Spreading Soil Downslope

Wave Impact Pressure Assessment on Geosynthetic-Reinforced Earthen Containment Dikes in Coastal Louisiana

NEW JOBS

Layfield Seeking Account Manager for Geosynthetic

Penteco seeking Senior Geomembrane Liner Technician

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• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
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Among GNA’s objectives are:

  • To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
  • To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
  • To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
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GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
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Solmax Heralds a New Era of Growth – Who is Bob Gilligan?

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NEWSMAKERS:  * BGM * Bituminous Geomembranes * Bob Gilligan * eDipole * ELIS Technologies * EPS Geofoam * Eric Blond * ExcelPlas * fibrisTerre * GNA * iglube™ * Interax™ * Kerry Rowe * Layfield * Leak Detection * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * Strain Monitoring * Tensar * Triton Marine Mattresses

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BREAKING NEWS

Solmax Appoints New President & CEO, Heralding an Era of Growth

EDITOR’S CORNER

Who is Bob Gilligan?

INDUSTRY NEWS

Compact Leak Detection Technology for Covered Geomembrane Liners (ASTM D8265-21) – ELIS RTK GPS eDipole with Case Studies [PDF]

Geomembranes for Environmental Remediation (Special Feature)

How to Increase the IQ of Your Geosynthetic Products

Just 4 Days to Go! – “Geomembranes Don’t Like to Sustain Tension: the Implications for BGMs”

Indonesian Geomembrane Scandal Under Investigation

Tensar Awarded US Patent for Multilayer Integral Geogrids

Novel Water Treatment Method with Multiple Layers of Geotextiles

Chinese Develop New Process for Environmentally Friendly Desilting with Geotextile Tubes

Seattle’s Salmon Population Gets Boost from Triton Marine Mattresses

Strategize for Seasonal Uncertainties with Interax™ Geogrid

NEW RESEARCH

Analytical Model for Contaminant Transport in the CGCW and Aquifer Dual-Domain System Considering Geomembrane Holes

Electrodeposition-Based Self-Healing Technique for Geosynthetic Structures with Loosely Compacted Sand

Sustainable Nanocellulose Coating for EPS Geofoam Blocks

Experimental Study on Geogrid-Soil Interface Properties Based on Pull-out Tests: A Case Study

Effect of Particle Shape on Cyclic Shear Behaviour of Granular Mixtures–Geogrid Interface

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• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

  • To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
  • To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
  • To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

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AS/NZS 4020 Test Results Manipulation – Kerry Rowe’s Contributions Celebrated

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NEWSMAKERS:  * AS4020 * BGM * Bituminous Geomembranes * CMC * Comanco * Concor * ExcelPlas * fibrisTerre * Gerhard Herzberg * Global Synthetics * GNA * Graphene Oxide (GO) * HUESKER * iglube™ * Kerry Rowe * Lenzing Group * Manipulation of Test Results * Microplastics * Potable Water Testing * Propex * RMIT * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * Southern Geosynthetics * Strain Monitoring * TASMEA * Tensar * Tim Stark

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EDITOR’S CORNER

Manipulation of AS/NZS 4020 Contact with Potable Water Testing Results

INDUSTRY NEWS

Kerry Rowe Awarded 2024 Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold Medal

Kerry Rowe Celebrated for his Contributions to Environmental Science

Huesker in Collaboration with fibrisTerre Unveil Distributed Fibre Optic Smart Geosynthetics [PDF]

New Geosynthetic Paver Proves its Worth in Swampy Conditions (Invented in Australia)

Geomembrane Installer Develops Novel Method for GPS Tracking and Modelling of Geomembrane Seams

Fabtech Installer Parent TASMEA Share Price on Incredible Upward Trajectory (Up > 86% in Last 6 Months)

Concor Wins World Best Projects 2024 Awards HDPE-Lined Ash Disposal Facility at Eskom’s Kendal Power Station

Since CMC Acquired Tensar in 2021 Stock Price Has Soared (Up More than 200%)

The Lenzing Group Wins Geotextiles Award by Avoiding Microplastics

German Company Seeking Partners for Strain and Temp Monitoring of Geosynthetics [PDF]

Salary $130K for Business Development Manager for Global Synthetics

Melbourne Scientists Develop Method for Detecting Geosynthetics and Plastics from Space

Warrnambool City Council Choses Geotextile Sand Container (GSC) Revetment Wall to Protect the Road from Storm Events 

12th Asia-Pacific Landfill Symposium Starts Tomorrow – The impact of Surface Temperatures on Geomembranes and their Significance on Landfill Liner Design and Installation

GEOMEMBRANES

Effect of Graphene Oxide (GO) on Water Proofing of Bituminous Geomembranes (BGM) [PDF]

Seismic Safety of a High Geomembrane Faced Soft Rockfill Dam on Overburden Subjected to Strong Earthquake

Tim Stark on Effect of Soil Fines on Geosynthetic Interface Shear Strength
The interface between a geosynthetic drainage composite (GDC) and textured geomembrane (GMX) is assumed to be free of soil particles and other debris to facilitate drainage, maintain interface shear resistance, and minimize clogging. However, soil particles usually can pass through the GDC and accumulate on the upper surface of the primary-GMX during landfill construction and operation

GEOTEXTILES

Durability of Non-Woven Geotextiles Produced from Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

Measuring Pore Sizes of Nonwoven Geotextiles by X-Ray CT Images

Propex Develop Flame Retardant Geotextiles

Role of Geotextile Dewatering and Transport in Sustainable Sediment Management

GEOGRIDS

Impact of Pegged Geogrid (PG) Geometry and Location on Pull-out Forces in Granular Soils

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We would welcome a discussion and the chance to build a custom program that fits your needs and objectives for 2025. Our audience, including our very engaged membership, are your customers. We would be happy to schedule a call at your convenience to answer any questions.
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• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

  • To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
  • To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
  • To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

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The Latest Research, Industry News and More!

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NEWSMAKERS:  * Antioxidant Depletion * BGM * Bituminous Geomembranes * Chlorine Resistance * CYTEC * Darren Wade * e SQUARED * Earthlok™ * ECoMac * Erosion Control * ExcelPlas * Floating Covers * Geofoam * Global Synthetics * GNA * Graphene * HUESKER * iglube™ * IGS India * Jaybro * Jorge Zornberg * Maccaferri * Microplastics * Mirage™* PFAS * PVC-EIA * Silt Saver * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * TasWater * Thrace * Transport NSW * Wayne Alexander

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INDUSTRY NEWS

IGLUBE™ – Radical New Modular Geosynthetic Building System Invented by Wayne Alexander [PDF]

Mirage™ – the Latest High-Performance PVC-EIA Geomembrane with Improved Chlorine Resistance [PDF]

How Jaybro is Winning at Geosynthetic Digital Marketing [PDF]

Global Synthetics Seeking Business Development Manager

Thrace Announces with Deep Sorrow the Passing of the Company’s Board Member

Damian Mulcahy from Transport for NSW, Sydney Discusses Practical Applications of Geofoam in Highway and Road Construction [PDF]

CYTEC Develop Improved Stabilizer Package for Long-term Stability of Geomembranes [PDF]

Silt Saver Patent Novel Geotextile Silt Barrier for Storm Water [PDF]

Graphene Added to HDPE Gives Improved Hardness and Scratch Resistance for Geomembranes [PDF]

Improving Landfill Barrier Management with Digital Solutions

HUESKER Geosynthetics Overcoming Poor Soil Quality on Mine Sites

Colorado Department of Transportation Specification for Geocomposite Strip Drain

Integrating Geosynthetics and Vegetation for Erosion Control Applications

Geo-Structures 2024: Jorge Zornberg: Load-Carrying Geosynthetic-Reinforced Bridge Abutments

GEOMEMBRANES

Effectiveness of Landfill Composite Liners in Containing Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (Thesis)

GEOTEXTILES

Effects on the Potential for Seepage Failure Under a Geotextile Mattress with Floating Plate

Enhancing Liquefaction Resistance in Silty Sands Through Non-Woven Geotextile Reinforcement: An Experimental Approach

DEM Analysis of Failure Behaviour in Multi-Layer Stacked Soilbags Under Geotextile-Soil Interlocking Reinforcement

Geotextile Filtration Characteristics in Piping Rescue Under Extreme Soil-Retained State

GEOCOMPOSITES

Influence of Roots on the Hydro-Mechanical Performance of a Drainage Geocomposite

Self-Sensing Cementitious Geocomposites in Rail Track Substructures

MICROPLASTICS

Medical Experts Study Effect of Sub-Acute Inhalation Exposure to Polyethylene and Polyvinyl Chloride Micro-Nano Plastics on the impact on Female Infertility in Rats

Circular Economy in action: Transforming Geotextile Waste into Sustainable Soil Additives – Physicochemical Properties and Biodegradability

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT!

MACCAFERRI Global Webinar “ECoMac Design: The Software for Erosion Control”
7th November 2024 | 7 Sessions | English – Italian – Spanish
ECoMac Design: The Software for Erosion Control 

David Jones Leaves Solmax to Become New General Manager of Synthetex

TasWater Chose to Install EARTHLOK Geosynthetic-Reinforced Concrete Mats at Ridgeway Dam [PDF]

New Study Finds Organic and Inorganic Contaminants Released from Geotextile Materials in Dynamic Surface Leaching Tests [PDF]

New Study on PFAS Migration Through HDPE Landfill Liners

How Do You Know if Your White-Surface HDPE Geomembranes Will Last Under Strong UV ?

FREE TECHNICAL LIBRARY FOR GNA READERS

Antioxidant-Stabilizer Depletion of 4 HDPE Geomembranes with High HP-OIT in MSW Leachate [PDF]

Chemical Durability of Bituminous Geomembranes (BGMs) in Heap Leach Pad Applications [PDF]

Centrifuge Modelling of the Progressive Failure of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Embankments [PDF]

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Looking ahead to your planning year 2024 for advertising needs, GNA would like to apprise of our readers of the substantial advertising opportunities.
We have had great success opening new doors for many companies during 2024 through digital ad placements, designated posts, whitepapers and various sponsorships. GNA offers many approaches to relaying your message to our audience of over 9000 geosynthetic professionals.
We would welcome a discussion and the chance to build a custom program that fits your needs and objectives for 2024. Our audience, including our very engaged membership, are your customers. We would be happy to schedule a call at your convenience to answer any questions.
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/contact-us/


Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
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• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

  • To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
  • To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
  • To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

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GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
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GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2024 Copyright ExcelPlas Labs and Geosynthetic News Agency

GNA is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to GNA you agree to receive regular GNA newsletters as well as the GNA platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of GNA and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow GNA to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  GNA provides an unsubscribe link at the bottom of each GNA newsletter.

The Latest Research, Industry News and More!

Download PDF

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry


NEWSMAKERS:  * ACIGS * AGM * Antioxidant Depletion * BGM * Bituminous Geomembranes * COMANCO * CMC * Darren Wade * David Jones * Earthlok™ * ECoMac * Eric Blond * Erosion Control * ExcelPlas * Geofoam * Geosynthetic Reinforced Concrete Mat (GRCM) * GEOWEB™ * Glacier Protection by Geotextiles * GNA * Graphene * IAGI * iglube™ * IGS India * Kerry Rowe * Leak Detection of Geomembranes * Maccaferri * PFAS * President Babu * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * Synthetex * TasWater * Wayne Alexander * White HDPE Geomembranes

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Australian Inventor of New Geosynthetic Product (iglube™) Seeking Distributors Worldwide

David Jones Leaves Solmax to Become New General Manager of Synthetex

TasWater Chose to Install EARTHLOK Geosynthetic-Reinforced Concrete Mats at Ridgeway Dam [PDF]

New Study Finds Organic and Inorganic Contaminants Released from Geotextile Materials in Dynamic Surface Leaching Tests [PDF]

New Study on PFAS Migration Through HDPE Landfill Liners

How Do You Know if Your White-Surface HDPE Geomembranes Will Last Under Strong UV ?

Geofoam—20 Years of Experience and Commonly Adopted Practices in NSW, Australia [PDF]

COMANCO Renews IAGI Membership for 2025 – Time for Your Company to Do the Same !

Invitation to ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) 2024 of Australasian Chapter of the International Geosynthetics Society (ACIGS)  [7th November 2024]

IGS India Marks nearly 40 years of Geosynthetics Industry Growth; Interview with President Babu

Geomembrane Leak Detection Technology Explained in a Nutshell – Water Industry Journal

Spider Web Inspired Geogrids for Better Roads

CMC | Ground Improvement Solutions

New Smart Geosynthetic – a Sensor-enabled Piezoelectric Geobelt (SPGB) to Measure the Deformation of Reinforced-Soil Structures

NEW WEBINARS

Webinar by Kerry Rowe and Eric Blond on Effect of Sustained Tension on BGMs [19th November 2024]

Webinar – Exploring Value Engineering Options with GEOWEB Geocells– 19th November 2024

LATEST RESEARCH

Permeation of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)-Laden Leachate in Landfills as an Outcome of Puncture Failures of HDPE Geomembranes

Stress-Strain Responses of EPS Geofoam Upon Cyclic Shearing

Assessing the Impact of Artificial Geotextile Covers on Glacier Mass Balance and Energy Fluxes [PDF]

Degradation of HDPE Exposed to Chlorine Dioxide-Containing Water: Implications for HDPE in Water Treatment Industry

Effect of Preheating Parameters on Extrusion Welding of HDPE Sheet

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