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Leister's New TRIAC AT
02/06/2012
The new TRIAC AT hot air tool from Leister is described by the company as "intelligent yet robust." The TRIAC AT features total automation (e.g., on temperature and voltage fluctuation management), clear displays, independently adjustable air volume, an ergonomic design, secure handling and a modern look. It's a versatile welding tool for use in tunnel liner installation, landfill sealing, plastic fabrication, flat and sloped roofing membrane applications, and much more. Every tool undergoes stringent quality checks prior to leaving the factory in Switzerland. Learn more: download the PDF brochure. ID:
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Fabricated Geomembrane Institute Offers Graduate Research Grant Opportunity
02/03/2012
The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) will offer a $10,000 per year FGI Graduate Research Grant for up to two years (with annual approval). The founding principles of the Fabricated Geomembrane Institute have been research and education. In support of these principles, the Association will award these research funds for an initial two-year period to support ideas that advance the use of fabricated geomembranes in containment applications. Issues that might be explored in the research include formulation, welding, field testing, installation, durability in exposed and unexposed applications, chemical resistance, or any other measure of fabricated geomembrane performance. Learn more. ID:
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International Geosynthetics Society Extends Photo Deadline
02/01/2012
The 2nd International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) Photo Contest has a new deadline: March 1. The inaugural contest was extremely successful and helped establish a collection of high-quality photos of geosynthetics for use in promotion of these technologies and construction practices and in the dissemination of educational material. ID:
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GSE Resets Its IPO
01/30/2012
International geosynthetics manufacturer GSE has revised its planned initial public offering (IPO) of stock. The company had intended to offer shares in mid-December, but was one of three companies to pullback from an IPO that month in the tepid investment environment. The new IPO terms, just filed, announced a 7 million share offering at an expected $8-10/share price. Roughly $63 million is expected to be raised. This offering will make GSE one of the only geosynthetics companies with publicly traded shares. It will also announce the return of the company to being publicly traded after years of private equity ownership. ID:
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6th Edition of Designing with Geosynthetics
01/30/2012
In a letter to engineers using geosynthetics and instructors, students and researchers working with them on the college and university level, Dr. Robert Koerner of the Geosynthetic Institute writes on the publication of the 6th Edition of his Designing with Geosynthetics text. Dr. Koerner's letter includes discussion of the financial realties of textbook publishing, the difficulties of on-demand publishing, and the stunningly economical nature of e-publishing. ID:
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AEGL's Power Management Division
01/26/2012
In October 2011, we announced the acquisition of Goleta, California-based Power Management, Inc. (PMI) by American Environmental Group Ltd. (AEGL). The company is now unveiling a new logo for the PMI division. The PMI acquisition has been part of a rapid growth period for AEGL, which was already a leading landfill gas (LFG) systems company. AEGL's geosynthetics division has been involved in many industry firsts in recent years too, such as the first pilot and commercial scale exposed geomembrane solar energy-generating cap installations. PMI continues the company's diversification into complementary service markets. For more information on PMI's services, visit http://powrmgt.com/. Or contact Randy Chapman at +1 805 692 8905, Rchapman@powrmgt.com. ID:
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SPE Names Willem De Vos as Its New Chief Executive Officer
01/25/2012
The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has appointed Willem (Wim) De Vos as its new Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds Susan Oderwald, who left SPE in December. Willem De Vos comes to SPE after serving as CEO of the Vitalo Group, a global supplier of plastic packaging and thermoformed products. Previously he managed compounding and processing units of Recticel, an international producer of polyurethane automotive components. He entered the industry in 1991 with technical and sales positions at Eurocompound, a supplier to the textile and automotive industries. ID:
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Matt Skinner New Sales Region Announcement
01/24/2012
GSE announces today that Matt Skinner will take over the role as Regional Manager for the Southeast Region formerly held by Mike Rublaitus. Matt will also continue to manage his current role as Regional Manager - Midwest Region until a replacement is found. During this transition, Matt will be responsible for both sales regions and will continue to provide the best geosynthetic brands, partnerships and dealer support that customers have come to expect from GSE. ID:
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GSE announces the new hire of William "Bill" Urchik
01/24/2012
GSE is pleased to announce the addition of Bill Urchik to our North America Sales Team! Bill brings to GSE over 16 years of technical and engineering experience with an emphasis on geosynthetics. Bill received his degree in civil engineering from the University of Western Ontario in London Ontario, Canada. Bill's extensive geosynthetics knowledge will allow him to transition quickly and share his expertise with his customer base. He will report to Ryan Blanchard, Director of Sales for North America. ID:
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Rod Kirch promoted to newly created position as Manager
01/24/2012
GSE announced today that Rod Kirch has been promoted to the newly created position of Manager for Upstream Energy Sales. Rod will be responsible for the sale and marketing of GSE geosynthetic products into the energy exploration and transportation applications, specifically targeting the non-conventional energy and shale gas plays in the U.S. Geosynthetic opportunities in refining, long-term storage, mid and downstream applications will remain the responsibility of GSE's Regional Sales Managers. ID:
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AgSTAR Asks "Got Manure?" in 2012
01/23/2012
The US Environmental Protection Agency's annual AgSTAR conference features updates and site tours on anaerobic digester construction and affiliated environmental issues. But in 2012, the EPA is putting the AgSTAR event brand to the side and instead co-hosting a conference with Cornell University’s PRO-DAIRY program, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Natural Resources Conservation Service. The event, "Got Manure? Enhancing Environmental and Economic Sustainability", will be held 27-29 March 2012, in Syracuse, New York. ID:
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FGI Offering Research Awards for Containment Applications
01/23/2012
The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) headquartered at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign will award research funds for an initial two-year period to support ideas that advance the use of fabricated geomembranes in containment applications. The FGI research grant is $10,000 per year for two years (subject to annual review). The research can focus on any aspect of fabricated geomembranes such as: formulation, welding, field testing, installation, durability in exposed and unexposed applications, chemical resistance, or any other measure of fabricated geomembrane performance. Projects that involve participation by the private sector (especially FGI members) or other universities are welcomed and encouraged. The FGI will establish an advisory committee to evaluate, award, and monitor the projects. Students and faculty members are encouraged to “connect” with one or more FGI Members before submitting a proposal to better understand the problems that need to be solved in the field of fabricated geomembranes. ID:
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