Geosynthetic News Alerts (GNA)

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

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NEWSMAKERS:  * AGRU * Antioxidant Depletion * BGM * Bituminous Geomembranes * ECoMac * Erosion Control * ExcelPlas * GNA * Kerry Rowe * Landfill Cells * Maccaferri * TC Stabilization * Veolia

BREAKING NEWS

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 

INDUSTRY NEWS

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]

Experimental and Analytical Study on the External Water Pressure of a Composite Lining Considering the Waterproofing and Drainage System [PDF]

Economic Analysis of Reinforced Slopes Using Slope/W for Different Boundary [PDF]

TC-Stabilization Workshop: Sustainable Geosynthetic Solutions to Transportation Geotechnical Problems (19th November 2024)

Use of Geosynthetic Materials for Rail Stabling and Maintenance Yard Construction at a Contaminated Site

NEW DEVELOPMENTS

AGRU Gets US Patent for Novel Geomembrane with Bent Spikes

New Landfill Cell Concept with Geomembrane Barrier

Chinese Engineers Develop Innovative Method for Constructing a Geogrid Reinforced Embankment

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT !!

WARNING: Ensure your GCCM is Correctly CE Marked for Surface Erosion Control Applications

Veolia Landfill Gas Breach Legal Case – Experts Disagree on Geomembrane Tears

Geosynthetics Industry Faces Headwinds for Private Equity-Backed Companies [PDF]

Austrian Geotextile Manufacturer and Owner of TENCEL™ Wins Award for Geotextiles that Avoid Microplastic Pollution

Australian Geosynthetic Supplier Going Strong for 25 Years

Three Minute Interview with Professor R. Kerry Rowe

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
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/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• 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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GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
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GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
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.

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

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NEWSMAKERS:  * Africa * Bimodal HDPE * Concrete Canvas * David Jones * ExcelPlas * GCCM * Global Synthetics * GNA * India * Kerry Rowe * Landfill Gas * Lenzing Group * Maccaferri * Microplastics * Private Equity (PE) * SGS * Solmax * Southern Geosynthetic Suppliers * TENCEL™ * Tensar * Veolia * Wayne Alexander * WSP

BREAKING NEWS

WARNING: Ensure your GCCM is Correctly CE Marked for Surface Erosion Control Applications

Veolia Landfill Gas Breach Legal Case – Experts Disagree on Geomembrane Tears

EDITOR’S CORNER

Geosynthetics Industry Faces Headwinds for Private Equity-Backed Companies [PDF]

INDUSTRY NEWS

Austrian Geotextile Manufacturer and Owner of TENCEL™ Wins Award for Geotextiles that Avoid Microplastic Pollution

Australian Geosynthetic Supplier Going Strong for 25 Years

Three Minute Interview with Professor R. Kerry Rowe

India Rules that Geomembrane is Classifiable Under Chapter 59 for GST

Geomembrane Cover Expected to Reduce Chiquita Canyon Odour Emissions

Africa to Unlock its Geotextile Potential

Ballarat Regional Landfill Using Geosynthetics for Environmental Protection

Geogrid Stabilised Gravel Rafts: Mitigating Seismic Liquefaction Damage to Buildings

WSP Continues Growth Through Acquisitions

NEW PATENTS

Concrete Canvas Awarded US Patent for Flexible GCCM

David Jones Patents Geosynthetic Fabric with Differential Wicking Capability

Tensar Technologies (UK) Patent New Railway Geogrid for High-Speed Trains

GEOMEMBRANES

Breakthrough Time (BT) Assessment of Liner System for MSW Landfills with High Leachate Heads

Relationship Between Microstructure changes and Embrittlement During Chemo-oxidative Degradation of Bimodal HDPE with Short Chain Branches (SCB)

Geoenvironmental Performance of Nanogeopolymer-modified Natural Soil: Towards Sustainable Geocomposite Landfill Liner Application

GEOGRIDS

Effect of Oxidative Ageing on Stiffness Improvement Factor for HDPE and PET Geogrids

Experimental Investigation of Geogrid Reinforced Unpaved Sections Under Repeated Loads

Cyclic Response of Stereoscopic Geogrid–Sand Interface Under Static and Cyclic Loading

Assessment of Geogrid Reinforcement on the Performance of Stabilized Subgrades Under Different Loading Conditions

Effect of Geogrid Spacing on the Global Stability of Reinforced Slope: a Finite Element Approach

Seismic Response Comparison of Various Geogrid Reinforced Earth-retaining walls: Based on Shaking Table and 3D FE Analysis

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
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/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• 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/

GNA™ (Geosynthetic News Alerts™)
GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
GNAu™ (Geosynthetic News Australia™)
GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
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.

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

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NEWSMAKERS:  * CMC * ExcelPlas * FABTECH * GeoAsia9 * Geosynthetics * Glacier Protection * GNA * Helmut Zanzinger * Huesker * IGS * Jonathan Shamrock * Lenzing * NAUE * STRATA * TASMEA * Tensar * Tonkin + Taylor * White Cap

BREAKING NEWS

Fabtech Parent Share Price Soars by More than 60% in Past 6 Months

How Lenzing’s New Project can Protect Glaciers Without Polluting

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tensar (CMC) Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2024 Results

Interview with Jonathan Shamrock Technical Director of Tonkin + Taylor

IGS Opens Bidding for GeoAsia9 Conference in 2029

NAUE Pioneering Port Development with the Installation of Approx. 150,000 m² of Geogrids and Geocomposites

Sustainable Innovation: STRATA -an Indian Geosynthetic Manufacturer’s Journey to Generating EPDs

White Cap to Acquire Triumph Geo-Synthetics, Inc.

Geosynthetics Ltd Seeking Finance Manager

Improving Pipeline Stability with Geosynthetic Reinforcement

EVENT – Exceptional Opportunity to learn about the Cutting-edge research and Trends related to Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCLs)

GEOGRIDS

How Does Multi-Layer Reinforcement Affect the Performance of Geogrid Stabilised Pavement on Soft Subgrades?

Experimental Study on the performance of Geogrid-reinforced soil (GRS) walls under monotonic footing loading

Evaluating the Reliability and Repeatability of Novel Laboratory Equipment in Investigating the Performance of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Soils

Influence of Geosynthetic Encasement Stiffness on the Deformation Behaviour of Geosynthetic Encased Stone Columns Composite Foundation Under Dynamic Loading

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
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/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• 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/

GNA™ (Geosynthetic News Alerts™)
GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
GNAu™ (Geosynthetic News Australia™)
GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
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.

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

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NEWSMAKERS:  * Argentina * BGM * Biofouling * Carbon Black * EuroGeo8 Conference 2025 * ExcelPlas * fRPP * GNA * Helmut Zanzinger * Huesker * Layfield * Maccaferri * Microplastics * * SKZ * Solmax * Stefano Susani * Tensar * Watershed Geosynthetics

BREAKING NEWS

German Geosynthetics Guru Announces Retirement

Maccaferri Gets a New CEO – Meet Stefano Susani

Solmax Introduces InfraSolve a Web-based Software Application for Designers and Engineers to Access Design Tools Using Giroud-Han Design Methods

INDUSTRY NEWS

China Updates its Suite of Geosynthetic Standards

New Event: History of Bituminous Geomembranes from WW-II Airfields to Modern Developments (22^nd October 2024)

Layfield Update on Massive Floating Cover System Using Three-ply Fabric-Reinforced Flexible Polypropylene Geomembrane (fRPP) 1.5 mm Thick

Unique Patented Geosynthetic Drainage Cubes Come to Australia

Tensar Develop Geosynthetic Reinforced Working Platforms with Sensor Array

US Company Patents Wind-Uplift Resistant Geomembrane

Webinar: Liner Systems for Heap Leach Pads/Piles (19th November 2024)

New Geotechnical Publications Focus on Geosynthetic-Reinforced Column-Supported Embankments

EuroGeo8 – 2025 – 8th European Conference on Geosynthetics – Lille – France

NEW RESEARCH

Biofouling Effect of Different Landfill Leachates on HDPE Pipes

Effect of Carbon Black on Degradation of HDPE in Chlorine Solutions [PDF]

New Study Published in Nature Finds HDPE Microplastics Degraded by Sunlight Causes Human Cell Death

GEOMEMBRANES

Effect of UV Radiation on Shear Behaviour Between Geotextile and Geomembrane Interface

One-Dimensional Non-Isothermal Diffusion Model for Organic Pollutant in an Unsaturated Composite Liner Considering the Degradation Effect

Leakage Behaviour of Defective Geomembrane on Different Underliners: Experimental and Modelling Studies

GEOTEXTILES

Load-Carrying Capacity of Strip Footing Resting on Sand Slopes Retained by Novel Construction Waste-Filled Geotextile Bags

GEOGRIDS

Long-term Performance of PET Geogrids with LLDPE Coating in Alkaline Conditions [PDF]

Degradation Behaviour of Stressed Polyester Reinforcing Products Under Alkaline Conditions Embedded in Eluates And Soils (Huesker) [PDF]

New Look at The Use of Coated PET Geogrid Reinforcement in Highly Alkaline Environments [PDF]

Numerical Modelling of Geosynthetic Reinforcements – Simple Constitutive Models Allowing for Durability [PDF]

DEM Modelling of Installation Damage of Geogrids Under Rockfill Compaction Condition

Comparative Assessment of the Interlayer Shear Strength of Asphalt Concrete with Carbon Fiber Geogrid as Reinforcement

Enhancing Load-Bearing Capacity of Weak Soils Using Geosynthetics: A Finite Element Analysis

GEOCELLS

The Novel Geocell Anchor Cage System [PDF]

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
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/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• 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/

GNA™ (Geosynthetic News Alerts™)
GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
GNAu™ (Geosynthetic News Australia™)
GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
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.

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

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NEWSMAKERS:  * Argentina * Cement Blanket™ * ClosureTurf® * Crack Detection * Drones * Electrical Leak Location * ExcelPlas * FABTECH * Fibrocrete™ * Fibromat * Geocells * Geopier * GeoVolt™ * GNA * Hossein Ghiasinejad * Kerry Rowe * Layfield * M19 * Maccaferri * Methane Emissions * Microplastics * ParaRange™ * Pumped Hydro * Solmax * T-Rex™ Gold

BREAKING NEWS

Fibromat to Stop Importing, Offering for Sale, Selling or Using Fibrocrete Cement Blanket GCCM [PDF]

ExcelPlas Labs Acquire New Sensitive Equipment for Crack Detection in Geomembranes [PDF]

INDUSTRY NEWS

Argentina Installing 17,500 m² of Concrete Blocks Attached to a Geotextile Blanket on the Colastiné River to Prevent Embankment Erosion

Interview with Geosynthetics Expert Hossein Ghiasinejad About Vital role of HDPE Geomembranes Play in Protecting both Mining Operations and the Environment

Drones Track Methane Emissions from Leaking Landfill Capping

T-Rex™ Gold Engineered Multilayered Geomembrane for Water Retention Applications Using Uniquely Designed Recoil™ Film Technology to Offer Exceptionally High Hydrostatic Resistance

Homeowner Shares Frustration after Making Concerning “Geogrid” Discovery Hidden Under their Yard: ‘That should be illegal’

Indian Company M19 Develops Diffusional Permeability Analyzer for Geotextiles

Register Here for ZOOM Meeting of Australasian Chapter of the International Geosynthetics Society – Notice of Annual General Meeting 2024 (7th November)

Is ClosureTurf® Right for Your Site?

STRATEGIC INNOVATIONS AND EMERGING INDUSTRY TRENDS IN GEOSYNTHETICS

US Inventors Hybrid Renewable Pumped Storage Hydropower Energy Storage System Patent Using Geomembrane Lined Reservoirs

Geopier Patent New Pier Construction Technique Using Geosynthetic HDPE Extensible Shells (GES)

Innovative Method for Incorporating Conducting PET Foil into Geomembrane Welds for Checking Wed Integrity

UPCOMING WEBINARS

ParaRange Precision: Unveiling Maccaferri’s Paradigm-Shifting Solutions in Civil Engineering

Mastering Electrical Leak Location (ELL) Testing of Geomembranes with Layfield’s Innovative Geovolt® Conductive Composite

GEOMEMBRANES

Investigation on Heat and Deformation Behaviour of Canal Slopes with Protective Geomembrane Layers Caused by Freeze-Thaw Action

Effect of Backfilling Surface Settlement Trough on Waste Cover Leakage [PDF]

GEOTEXTILES

Observations from Opening of a Novel Geotextile Tube Connection in Field Test Site [PDF]

Permeability of Needle-Punched Nonwoven Geotextiles Subjected to Uniaxial Tensile Strains

GCLs

Hydraulic Conductivity of Bentonite-Polymer GCLs to Aggressive Solid Waste Leachates

GEOGRIDS

Numerical Analysis of Soil Arching Development in Geosynthetic-Reinforced Embankments over Extended Cavities

Statistical and Probabilistic Insights into the Internal Stability of an MSE Wall

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT !

AI – The Next Big Issue in Geotechnical Design & Construction

Queen’s Researchers Release Results of Landmark 9 Year Study on Degradation of HDPE Geomembranes in Heap Leach Applications [PDF]

World’s First Geomembrane-Lined Underground Hydrogen Generator to Produce Sustainable Gold Hydrogen

Global Synthetics Erskine Park Landfill MSE Wall Wins Prestigious ATA International 2024 Achievement Award

Thrace Group Stands Out at the Environmental Awards 2024 with 4 Major Awards

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
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/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• 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.

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