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Rail construction with geosynthetics
09/02/2010
Kevin Hancock of Geosand (Terram Geosynthetics and WTB Geotechnics) writes in the July 2010 issue of Rail Engineer about geosynthetics in rail construction.   ID: 5553
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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: 5554
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Eurotec 2011
09/02/2010
The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) invites you to present a paper at its inaugural EUROTEC technical conference in Barcelona, Spain. The three-day event, SPE-EUROTEC 2011, will be held 14-15 November 2011. SPE invites speakers to present papers on: Failure Analysis and Prevention; Bioplastics; Product and Engineering Design; Color and Additives; General Business; Engineering Properties; Structure; and more.   ID: 5555
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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: 5551
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GWMS Advanced Registration Deadline: September 10
09/01/2010
The Global Waste Management Symposium (GWMS) is a bienniel, global gathering of specialists from within and industries intersecting with waste management. Take advantage of this international networking opportunity. Learn from industry leaders. Listen to an exciting keynote address, tour the United States’ first landfill solar energy cover system, and learn about cutting-edge technologies in the exhibit hall. Register by September 10 to save on registration. Use code AA13 when registering to receive the discounted pricing.   ID: 5550
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ESCN Update
08/31/2010
The latest broadcast from Land and Water's Erosion and Sediment Control Network (ESCN.tv) is available. This week's episode includes stories on a stream bank stabilization workshop, the International Erosion Control Association's (IECA) Facebook milestone, pollutions violations, and an expert tip of the week from Jesse Pritts on "Where Is Your Stormwater Going?" Watch the broadcast online.   ID: 5545
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Penton Media's 2010 Global Waste Management Symposium Announces Special Greenhouse Gas Session
08/31/2010
Penton Media's 2010 Global Waste Management Symposium (GWMS), an international forum for the presentation of peer-reviewed applied and fundamental research and case studies on waste management, announces a new special session: "Applicability of USEPA Greenhouse Gas Rules to Landfills," to be held October 4 from 12:00 - 2:00 pm at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa. Learn more.   ID: 5546
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Latest News from Global Synthetics
08/30/2010
The latest newsletter from Australia-based Global Synthetics includes a number of interesting articles, such as the debut of Propex's ArmorMax turf reinforcement mats in the Australian market, managing stormwater at the country's largest airport, the use of ACEGrid geogrids for strong earth reinforcement and storm protection in New Zealand, and much more. Download a copy of the newsletter here (PDF).   ID: 5541
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Unexpected Water Prompts Pond Liner Need
08/30/2010
In Cleveland, Tennessee, an expensive drainage ditch and retention pond project that was built during a drought is now suffering erosion strong erosion in non-drought conditions. An unknown water source is entering the pond and turning it into a constant stream. Officials are now debating whether riprap could be used in the ditches. If the Tennessee Department of Environmental Conservation does not approve the plan, a geosynthetic liner will most likely be needed in the pond to sustain the flow rate.   ID: 5535
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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: 5530
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Highlights: TenCate Doubles Net Profit in First Half of 2010
08/26/2010
TenCate has released its full statement on first half 2010 performance. The company has announced that it has doubled its net profit in the period, in part bouyed by significant improvement in the Geosynthetics and Grass Division. Read more.   ID: 5527
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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: 5517
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3rd International Symposium on Geosynthetic Clay Liners
Würzburg, Germany
September 15 - September 16 2010
Global Waste Management Symposium 2010
San Antonio, Texas, USA
October 03 - October 06 2010
3rd Geosynthetics Middle East
Abu Dhabi, UAE
November 09 - November 10 2010
Waterproof Membranes 2010
Cologne, Germany
November 30 - December 02 2010
Geo-Frontiers 2011
Dallas, Texas, USA
March 13 - March 16 2011

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Equiplast 2011
November 14 - November 18 2011  Barcelona, Spain
Eurotec 2011
November 14 - November 15 2011  Barcelona, Spain
Int'l Symposium on Geotechnical and Geosynthetics Engineering: Climate Change
December 07 - December 08 2010  Bangkok, Thailand
IECA 17th Mid-Atlantic Chapter Conference
September 21 - September 23 2010  Front Royal, Virginia, USA
Infrastructure Investment World Brazil 2010
August 31 - September 02 2010  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Infrastructure Investment World Asia 2010
August 31 - September 03 2010  Hong Kong, China
UNSAT 2010: Fifth International Conference on Unsaturated Soils
September 06 - September 08 2010  Barcelona, Spain
Australia Mining 2010
September 06 - September 07 2010  Sydney, Australia
XXV International Mineral Processing Congress 2010
September 06 - September 10 2010  Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
2010 Nevada Mining Association Conference
September 09 - September 11 2010  TBD,
GeoCalgary 2010
September 12 - September 16 2010  Calgary, Alberta, Canada
3rd International Symposium on Geosynthetic Clay Liners
September 15 - September 16 2010  Würzburg, Germany
NORDROCS 2010
September 15 - September 16 2010  Copenhagen, Denmark
3rd Canadian Young Geotechnical Engineers and Geoscientists Conference (cYGEGC)
September 16 - September 18 2010  Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Clean Water and Climate Adaptation Summit 2010
September 16 - September 17 2010  Chaska, Minnesota, USA

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