Largest Geotechnical Conference in the Americas – combining the annual Geo-Congress and biennial Geosynthetics Conference.
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Registration is now open for Geotechnical Frontiers in Louisville, KY on Mar. 2–5, 2025. Join us for this ultimate gathering for the field of geotechnical engineering. Combining Geosynthetics Conference and Geo-Congress, it's two events in one! https://t.co/UJE42Mg03X
In the reclamation of a plot previously filled with waste, retaining walls were necessary to create new horizontal platforms and garden areas for the La Almudena Cemetery in Madrid, Spain. https://t.co/AKW4Q1MiVd
When contaminated material such as landfill waste or contaminated soil is encountered, there are typically two options: removal of the material or placing a “cap” over it. In most cases, capping is the easier and more cost-effective of the two options. https://t.co/NWTnwDQ9Od
Stover Lake, near Newton Abbot in Devon, England, is being de-silted after it was found that the lake was in poor condition. An innovative use of geotextile bags for the drying of removed sediment solved the challenge in containing New Zealand pygmyweed. https://t.co/gaTUgowGgQ
A discussion with members of the U.S. House of Representatives will be held at the Bipartisan Policy Center Wednesday, September 11, at 4:00 p.m. Titled “Accelerating U.S. Energy Infrastructure: The Urgency of Permitting Reform,” it is open to the public. https://t.co/ccTW9iJOuv
Geofabrics Australasia Pty Ltd, the largest manufacturer and supplier of geosynthetic and geotextile products in Australia and New Zealand, has announced the acquisition of Bayset. https://t.co/CE6TvNmAuM
Geoworks introduces its latest geopaving range, Ecodeck. Ecodeck is a sustainable solution designed to protect and preserve soils, grasses, and gravel areas, ensuring their longevity and stability. https://t.co/hgIJAwCfcA
At the head of a glaciated valley, the Homer Tunnel is the only access link between Te Anau and Milford Sound, New Zealand. With limited protection capacity against avalanches and rockfalls, the existing shelter is to be demolished and replaced. https://t.co/BmaGaoN4y4
Oyster Point in San Francisco, Calif., experienced significant erosion on a recently constructed landscape planting slope during heavy storms. Despite initial efforts to stabilize the slope with vegetation, surface runoff compromised the slope’s integrity. https://t.co/cRqKl5HhfJ
Concrete Canvas USA has announced that sales of its geosynthetic cementitious composite mat products (GCCMs) have hit record levels across the United States in the financial year 2023-24. https://t.co/5daRGm0QyC
Airtight cured in place pipe (CIPP) tube is fabricated by stitching the adjoining edges of the coated felt and sealing the seam area with a thermoplastic sealing strip. https://t.co/a3b6bwrKLU
Designing geosynthetics for asphalt overlay resurfacings and rehabilitations is challenging due to the diverse variety of asphalt geosynthetics available in the engineering market. https://t.co/9TtcTbTmAM
Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s 4S Water Reclamation Facility receives 1 MGD (3785 m3/day) of municipal wastewater treated to tertiary standards and discharges none. OMWD used over 600,000 ft2 (55,000 m2) of 8138 XR-5 Geomembrane to line the basin. https://t.co/tZ9ANENgcD
The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) currently has a request for proposal (RFP) out and is accepting proposals until September 20th, 2024. https://t.co/Yjyl5PjRnS
The primary difference between OIT and HPOIT tests is that the HPOIT testing is conducted at a lower temperature and higher pressure in the test container compared to the standard OIT test. https://t.co/qzPoeJrzHk
Civil engineering specialists Wrekin Products proudly announces the creation of Geoworks, a new identity and standalone division for its geosynthetics range. https://t.co/hjQrJxZtwj
The Las Pulgas Landfill winterization project has been awarded Project of the Year in the Environmental Category from the American Public Works Association, recognizing Layfield’s commitment to protecting the environment using geosynthetic solutions. https://t.co/AObXpOjmTT
For years, multiple products were required to provide the combined functions of reinforcement, separation, filtration, drainage, and confinement in roadway applications. MIRAFI RSi-Series became the first product to provide all functions in one product. https://t.co/U9PcP9d8wm
How are geomembranes used in disinfection processes? Here are the principal geomembrane applications in potable water (PW) and wastewater (WW) disinfection. https://t.co/XvK5uvvxHX
Layfield was recently recognized for its industry-leading performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2024 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award. https://t.co/X2TkynKGeR