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Terram Launches New Website, New Info
09/02/2010
In addition to the launch of a new website, Terram has released a series of new technical design guides covering the core products of geotextiles, geocomposites and geocells as well as an introduction to Terram. These documents provide specifiers with information on which applications the products can be used along with useful design details. Learn more at the new Terram website. ID:
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GMA speaks up during EPA coal ash hearing
09/02/2010
As hearings continued through September 2010, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) seeks comments regarding the regulation of coal ash containment sites. The Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) was among the first in line to address the issue Aug. 30 at the initial hearing in Arlington, Va. Read more, including remarks from GMA Members. ID:
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A Royal Arsenic Problem
08/30/2010
The newly created, 160-acre Royal Palm Beach Commons Park in Florida has been constructed on a former golf course. When the tee boxes and greens were excavated, arsenic-contaminated soil had to be stockpiled. Arsenic was part of the herbicides used on the course for many years. Now, the soil is contained on an 18-foot-high mound behind a residential home. A 20-mil liner has been installed for containment. Residents want the arsenic soil moved, but the city says it would be too expensive. ID:
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Next Climate Change and Geosynthetics Conference
08/27/2010
IGS-Thailand, the Asian Center for Soil Improvement and Geosynthetics (ACSIG), and the Southeast Asian Geotechnical Society (SEAGS), under the auspices of International Geosynthetics Society (IGS), are jointly organizing the International Symposium on Geotechnical and Geosynthetics Engineering: Challenges and Opportunities on Climate Change to be held 7-8 December 2010 in Bangkok, Thailand. This event is co-organized by the Thailand Geotechnical Society (TGS) and Suranaree University of Technology (SUT). The symposium will gather academics, practitioners, partners, and stakeholders to discuss emergency and urgent issues related to climate change as well as the innovative mitigation measures in the context of geotechnical and geosynthetics engineering. ID:
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IECA's Facebook Community Reaches 500 "Likes"
08/25/2010
The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is pleased to announce that the official association Facebook page has passed the 500 "likes" mark. This milestone was celebrated by awarding one Facebook community member with a $25 gift card. IECA would like to congratulate member Kent Stevenson of Stevenson Supply in Santa Rosa, California for winning the drawing. Learn more about IECA's online community through Facebook. ID:
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MECA: Call for Presentations
08/25/2010
The Minnesota Erosion Control Association (MECA) seeks presentations for its 23rd Annual Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Conference and Trade Show, to be held 3-4 March 2011 at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center in Plymouth, Minnesota. Two types of presentations are being solicited: Local projects completed for stormwater management or erosion and sediment control; New, innovative products for stormwater management or erosion and sediment control. Project presentations will be 15-30 minutes long. Product presentations will be 10-15 minutes. Submit your presentation title and 200-word abstract, project location, names and the contact information for the presenter(s) by 27 September 2010 to MECA at carolyn@fortinconsulting.com. For more information call the MECA office, +1 763 478 3267. ID:
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CETCO's Remediation University
08/25/2010
CETCO Remediation Technologies' Remediation University is a free full-day seminar and lunch consisting of comprehensive educational curriculum designed to provide practical and useful guidance to environmental professionals. This first half of the day will cover all aspects related to the subaqueous capping and treatment of contaminated sediments, including the use of marine mattresses for simplified construction and protection in highly erosive conditions, eliminating the need for costly and thick sand caps. Case studies and analysis from top industry professionals will be included. Each attendee will be provided with a "Certificate of Professional Development". Note: Space is limited, so register soon. ID:
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New Issue and New Look for Erosion Control
08/25/2010
The September/October 2010 issue of Erosion Control magazine is available, and with it the magazine debuts a new look. (Those signed up for the print or digital issue will certainly take note.) Senior graphic designer Judith Donlon has designed a new logo for the magazine and has updated the appearance of articles and other content throughout the magazine. The issue includes articles on stream stabilization, hydroseeding, a first in New Zealand, and controlling silt and sediment movement. Read the abstracts and link to the articles here. ID:
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Coming Soon: Waterproof Membranes 2010
08/24/2010
Applied Market Information (AMI) has released the program and registration brochure for Waterproof Membranes 2010, the fourth international conference in this series. Click on the brochure image to the right to download a copy (PDF). Waterproof Membranes 2010 takes place at the Maritim Hotel in Cologne, Germany 30 November - 2 December 2010. AMI is offering Euro 100 off registration for those who book their space before October 20. ID:
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Merging Beauty And Functionality: Firestone Assists In The Construction Of Urban Rain Garden
08/17/2010
Indiana-based Firestone Specialty Products Company, LLC (FSSP) has collaborated with Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Inc., Schmidt Associates, and The Athenaeum Foundation to build an environmentally friendly rain garden that serves dual purposes. "Mother Nature has a phenomenal way of cleaning up her surroundings, but she can only do so much," said Paul Oliveira, Specialty Products Systems Manager, FSSP. "We wanted to construct the rain garden as a demonstration of how we can assist and encourage a natural process." Read more. ID:
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The 3rd International Conference on Geosynthetics
08/10/2010
The 3rd International Symposium on Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GBR-C 2k10) is almost here! Germany-based SKZ, with scientific committee support from France-based Cemagref and the United States-based Geosynthetic Institute (GSI), will host the event in Würzburg, Germany 15-16 September 2010. These sessions, which will explore a vast amount of GCL applications, research, and performance, will be held at the historic Fortress Marienberg. Dr. Jorge Zornberg, president of the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS), will open the conference. ID:
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TRI Announces CQA Course and Mini Trade Show in Australia
08/06/2010
TRI Geosynthetics Services has announced that a Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) Training Week will be held 4-6 November 2010 at Monash University and Extension, Melbourne, Australia. The schedule of events is as follows: 4 November 2010 -- "CQA of Geosynthetics" (including geomembranes, geotextiles, geocomposites, geogrids, geoappurtenances) -- Following this CQA training, a "mini trade show" will be held in the evening in combination with a reception. 5 November 2010 -- "CQA of Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCLs) and Compacted Clay Liners (CCLs)." 6 November 2010 -- Geosynthetic Certification Institute (GCI) CQA-ICP Certification Exam(s) offered. Learn more about how you can participate in the courses and trade show. ID:
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