August 2013 Vol.3

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Short Course in CQA of Geomembranes and Electrical testing of Geomembrane Liners – Scheduled for November 2013 in Brisbane
Introduction to Leak Detection in Polymeric Liners using Electronic Leak Detection and Leak Location Surveys
Presenters: Phil Bennett (Geotest) and Dr. John Scheirs (ExcelPlas)
Expressions of interest:  [email protected]

New Standard on Electrical Methods for Locating Geomembrane Leaks ASTM WK42576 – New Practice for Electrical leak location on Exposed Geomembranes
http://www.astm.org/DATABASE.CART/WORKITEMS/WK42576.htm

First of Six Landfill Cells is Being Constructed at the Bega Wanatta Lane Site: –
Each landfill cell’s base will be lined with geosynthetic clay, geomembrane, geotextile protection and river-grounded rocks.
http://www.begadistrictnews.com.au/story/1677534/containing-bega-valley-shires-future-waste/?cs=509

EPA Investigates Rotten Rubbish Smell in Caroline Springs Near Ravenhall landfill site
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/west/epa-investigates-rotten-rubbish-smell-in-caroline-springs-near-ravenhall-landfill-site/story-fngnvmj7-1226683856140

Easy to Install Geotextile Drain Filter
http://www.betterroads.com/pig-quick-fit-drain-insert-is-fully-adjustable-easy-to-install/

HDPE Geomembrane Welding Technicians required for work in Queensland (Fabtech)
http://www.seek.com.au/Job/24955975

Dunwich Coastal Defence Demonstration Project – Assessing the effectiveness of geomembrane structures filled with locally won beach shingle or sand material to reduce cliff erosion
http://evidence.environment-agency.gov.uk/FCERM/Libraries/FCERM_Project_Documents/SC050071_Tecnical_Report.sflb.ashx

Work on Geosynthetic Tube Project to Check Sea Erosion to Begin Soon
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/decks-cleared-for-odishas-geosynthetictube-seawall-project/article4973712.ece

CSH Mine Completes its New Geomembrane Lined Heap Leach Pad
http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/1391547

Design Algorithm for the Puncture Resistance of PVC Geomembranes for Heap Leach Pads
http://www.geosynthetica.net/resources/design-algorithm-for-the-puncture-resistance-of-pvc-geomembranes-for-heap-leach-pads/

New software calculates pullout strength of geosynthetics for stability analyses and pullout adhesion for geotextiles
https://support.rocscience.com/entries/24676058-How-does-Slide-calculate-pullout-strength-for-stability-analyses-What-input-parameters-should-be-use

Numerical Modelling of Geotextile Reinforced Embankments Over Deep Cement Mixed Columns Incorporating Strain-Softening Behaviour of Columns
http://ascelibrary.org/doi/abs/10.1061/(ASCE)GM.1943-5622.0000341
Read More: http://ascelibrary.org/doi/abs/10.1061/(ASCE)GM.1943-5622.0000341

Market Impacts for Geosynthetics from the Regulation of Coal Ash
http://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/articles/0813_f3_market_impacts.html

Ian Peggs Expresses Concerns about 4-out-of-5 Passing Results for Geomembrane Welds
http://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/articles/0813_for1_peel_seperation.html

ProLiner® Geomembranes from Global Synthetics
http://www.globalsynthetics.com.au/products/geomembranes/proliner.php