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Geosynthetic News Alerts (GNA) September 2024 Vol. 4

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NEWSMAKERS:  * AGRU * ASTM * BGM * Corruption Probe * Cory Schneider * Eddie Wieser * EIA-R * Elevate * Elvalloy * EPDM Geomembrane * Eric Blond * ExcelPlas * FGI * Floating Covers * GNA * GeoGard * GSE Leak Location * Kerry Rowe * Layfield * Liester * PE-RT Liner * PP-HTR Liner * Presto Geosystems * Propex * PVC-EIA * Samantha Justice * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * Tech Fab

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BREAKING NEWS

Jakarta Corruption Commission to Follow Up Reports of Alleged Corruption of Geomembrane Tender Worth Rp209 Billion
https://voi.id/en/news/417687

Former Lawmaker Accused of Investing Illegal Wealth in Geotextile Company
https://today.thefinancialexpress.com.bd/last-page/acc-to-probe-power-abuse-by-big-shots-1726769146

INDUSTRY NEWS

New Event by Layfield – Geomembrane Containment Certainty using Advanced Geosynthetics – Perth (15th Oct) and Brisbane (17th Oct)
https://www.layfieldgroup.com/geosynthetics/resources/knowledge-center/australia-upcoming-event-series-containment-certainty-using-advanced-geosynthetics/

Novel High Temperature Resistant Polypropylene (PP-HTR) Liner for Pit Thermal Energy Storages
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4918866

Webinar by Cory Schneider Presto Geosystems – Improving Energy Infrastructure Resilience with Geosynthetics– Oct. 1
https://www.prestogeo.com/energy-industry-webinar-registration/?mc_cid=6ad01637a9&mc_eid=2c2b14368e

How New ASTM Standards Impact Geomembrane Welding
https://www.leister.com/fr/Stories/insights/2024/09/How-New-ASTM-Standards-Impact-Geomembrane-Welding

TEXAS BRINE POND Liner Replacement and Integrity Test with GSE Leak Location Liner
https://assets.ctfassets.net/u2flb46xxe2f/74xFXKyFjyJD0Sm8Hlb36t/f07ff7ea60c8d2c8ee400cf834608f2a/CS_Motiva_Brine_Ponds-Storage_Southeast_Texas_Water_Management_GSE_HD_GS_Leak_Location_Liner_0723.pdf

Dam Structure Safety Installation and Repair Using Advanced Geosynthetic Technology Based on Geocells
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2024/09/17/dam-structure-safety-installation-and-repair-using-advanced-geosynthetic-technology/

BGM Seam Strength Video by Eric Blond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maEe74w-rpM

Elevate’s GeoGard EPDM Geomembrane Liner Specified to Prevent the Risk of Any Leaks and Maximise Lagoon’s Lifespan
https://www.architectsdatafile.co.uk/news/going-down-under/

Saudi Arabian Scientists Develop Innovative Water Filtration/Purification System Based on Layers of Geotextiles
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/12091341.pdf

Video of PROPEX in Slope Stabilization Applications in Arid Conditions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJrzc6Dx3Wc

VIDEO WEBINAR TECH FAB INDIA –  Geosynthetic Solutions for River and Coastal Protection Works
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Reo7pBXMpb8

GEOMEMBRANES

Impact of Differential Settlement on Leakage Through Geomembranes in Waste Covers: A Field and Numerical Investigation [PDF]
https://www.e3s-conferences.org/articles/e3sconf/pdf/2024/99/e3sconf_geoamericas2024_04005.pdf

Understanding Reinforced EIA (EIA-R) Geomembranes [PDF]
https://www.e3s-conferences.org/articles/e3sconf/pdf/2024/99/e3sconf_geoamericas2024_08001.pdf

Creation of Algorithm to Study of Labour Costs for Installation of AGRU HDPE Geomembrane a at Landfill
https://ndibv-building.com.ua/index.php/Building/article/view/459

Lifetime Assessment of Pit Thermal Energy Storages Based on Various Polyolefinic Liner Materials
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4918866

Installation of Geomembrane Panels in Low Heights Slopes [PDF]
https://www.e3s-conferences.org/articles/e3sconf/pdf/2024/99/e3sconf_geoamericas2024_18001.pdf

Experience in Locating Leaks in Geomembrane-lined Ponds [PDF]
https://www.e3s-conferences.org/articles/e3sconf/pdf/2024/99/e3sconf_geoamericas2024_08002.pdf

Stress Relaxation of Smooth HDPE Geomembranes [PDF]
https://www.e3s-conferences.org/articles/e3sconf/pdf/2024/99/e3sconf_geoamericas2024_11002.pdf

GEOTEXTILES

Microstructural Characteristics and Prediction of Hydraulic Properties of Geotextile Envelopes Via Image Analysis and Pore Network Modelling
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114424001092

GEOGRIDS

Strain Sensors in Geogrids in High-Speed Railway Subgrade
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114424000918

Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Interface between Geogrid and Calcareous Sand with Different Particle Sizes Considering Temperature Effect
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4955645

Application of Geogrids to Make Tsunami Resilient Rubble Mound Breakwaters
https://www.nbmcw.com/article-report/infrastructure-construction/infra-real-estate/application-of-geogrid-to-make-tsunami-resilient-rubble-mound-breakwaters.html

Behaviour of a Foundation Built on Geogrid-Reinforced Sand in the Presence of Twin Subsurface Voids
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40891-024-00592-w

DEM Evaluation of the Mobilization of Mechanisms Governing the Geogrid-Aggregate Interaction
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266352X24006815

GEOPOLYMERS

A Review of Geotechnical and Adsorption Properties of the Soils Modified with Geopolymer: A Promising Landfill Barrier Material
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4945448

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