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Busy Days for Kaytech
03/10/2010
The African geosynthetics industry, and particularly South Africa's experts, took center stage last September during GeoAfrica 2009, which was the first African regional conference on geosynthetics. One of that region's main players is South Africa-based Kaytech, a wide-ranging manufacturer and distributor of materials for road construction and maintenance, drainage and filtration, erosion control, waterproofing, separation and reinforcement. Kaytech is growing steadily in the international market, both from its headquarters and through expanding its involvement elsewhere. ID:
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Propex Focused on Technology, Innovation, and Financial Strength
03/10/2010
One year after being acquired by a private equity group, the leadership at Propex Operating Company, LLC, says that the emerging economic recovery will find the company ideally positioned to leverage its global and U.S. assets for optimal growth and profitability. Propex is a global leader in the development, design and manufacturing of brands and products for its customers. The business is grouped into four operating units including Geosynthetics, Performance Technologies, Concrete Solutions and Furnishing Solutions. Read more. ID:
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Geo-Florida 2010 Event Report
03/10/2010
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Geo-Institute held its annual event in West Palm Beach, Florida 20-24 February 2010. And I am very pleased to report that the event was vibrant with a broad range of activity and healthy level of attendance. One of the remarkable characteristics of this event was the diversity of both attendee specializations and subject matters covered. Every facet of industry and academia seemed to be represented by the 850+ attendees. The 3.5-day technical program was so completely full that at times it was difficult for attendees to choose which of the sessions to attend. Read more from Elizabeth Peggs. ID:
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China Erosion Forum Facilitates Access to the Chinese Market
03/10/2010
A group led by International Erosion Control Association (IECA) members Tony Chu and past president Doug Wimble is planning the "Shenzhen Environmental Protection Industry Development Forum" with both local and national Chinese governmental and environmental agencies. The forum will bring together Chinese government officials, leading Chinese erosion research institutes and erosion-related companies to network and develop strategies to assist the Chinese government in further addressing the country's environmental issues. It is hoped that the event will generate momentum to form an IECA China Chaper. Read more. ID:
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In Memorium: Craig Knock
03/09/2010
The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) reports that member Craig Knock passed away on 27 December 2009. He was a leader in the field of erosion control, landscaping and hydroseeding, and he was only one of three professionals in South Dakota to become a Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC). He specialized in reclamation of various mines and oil fields. We extend our sympathies to his family and friends. ID:
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SOIL Fund Raises $4650 at EC10
03/09/2010
The Charitable Fund of IECA, Save Our International Land, held a silent auction at EC10. The auction raised $4650 and featured unique items generously donated by members with all proceeds benefiting the SOIL Fund. The grand prize item was a Tommy Silt Fence Machine donated by Tom Carpenter, CPESC, which went to Jules St. Laurent for $3000. ID:
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New Compounding World Issue
03/09/2010
The latest issue of Compounding World magazine is now available for viewing on-line. Use the link below to see our March 2010 edition in full. This issue includes articles on polymer distribution strategies; developments in antioxidants; the inside story on extruder design; concerns over RoHS revisions; nanotubes are the talk of Tokyo; Chemtura shifts its focus; and more. ID:
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Bowers Leaving Geo-Institute
03/09/2010
After 13 years as the Director of the ASCE's Geo-Institute, Carol Bowers is departing…for another position within ASCE. Bowers is taking a fantastic new challenge in transferring to a newly created position within ASCE for the creation of a Sustainable Infrastructure Rating System. The project is just getting underway--Geosynthetica will keep you posted as the program develops. In the meantime, Carol is overseeing projects and keeping a hand on the Geo-Institute until such time as her successor is named. Applications are being accepted for this position. We congratulate Carol on her new endeavor and look forward to seeing the rating system develop. ID:
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Register Now for MECA Conference
03/09/2010
Join more than 270 professionals from around the state and region for the Minnesota Erosion Control Association's (MECA) 22nd Annual Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Conference & Trade Show, 11-12 March 2010 at the Holiday Inn & Suites in St. Cloud. Network with stormwater and erosion control professionals from around the Midwest and learn about cutting edge projects, innovative designs and products. Visit www.mnerosion.org for the conference brochure and registration link, or call MECA at +1 763 478 3267. ID:
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Opus™ Roof Blanket and WOLF Form Distribution Partnership
03/09/2010
Tennessee-based Propex Operating Company, LLC has announced that Opus™ Roof Blanket will be distributed by WOLF of York, Pennsylvania. According to Opus Roof Blanket Executive Vice President Ralph Bruno, the selection of WOLF as the key channel partner for Opus Roof Blanket means Opus will be easy to buy in markets from New England to the Southeast. Read more. ID:
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Geo-Frontiers 2011 Abstracts Deadline Extended to March 15
03/09/2010
Geo-Frontiers 2011 brings together the North American Geosynthetics Society (NAGS), the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Geo-Institute (GI) and the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI). It will be held 13-16 March 2011 in Dallas, Texas. The conference organizers have announced an extension to the abstract submission deadline. Abstracts will now be accepted through 15 March 2010. ID:
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TenCate GeoDetect and Getec
03/09/2010
TenCate GeoDetect® is the first sensor enabled geotextile on the market to provide soil reinforcement, structural health monitoring and an early warning system into one package.
Getec is an established geo structural monitoring company that provides bespoke monitoring packages and instrumentation. Getec and TenCate are working together to promote TenCate GeoDetect®, for embankment and slope monitoring. ID:
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