January 2016 Vol.2

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Mother of Geomembrane Rubber Weir Failure Victim Sues for Negligence
http://www.themorningbulletin.com.au/news/mother-of-weir-victim-sues-for-negligence/2895866/

Landfill Slope Failure Due to High Water Levels – Case Study [PDF]
http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/13/1/126/pdf

Launceston City Council has Applied to Develop a New $3.1 Million Landfill Cell
http://www.examiner.com.au/story/3655381/new-landfill-cell-needed/

Bio-digester Using Geomembranes supplies energy to 3000 Farms
http://phys.org/news/2016-01-bio-digester-energy-farms.html

Eco Line Solutions seeking Geomembrane Handler for Sydney Project
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-telehandler/k0

Specialized geotextile expected to extend the lifespan of canal by about 50 years at a project cost is $10 million
https://www.bchydro.com/news/press_centre/news_releases/2014/bc-hydro-at-work–crews-lower-the

TenCate says its Specialized Geotextile Product will Lead to Cheaper, More Durable Roads
http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2015/12/24/

New Software Geosynthetic Design Software Released by Naue
http://www.naue.com/en/secuslope

Study of Geo-Grid Reinforcement on Soil (New Paper)
http://paper.researchbib.com/view/paper/62086

Ten Cate shows New Geosynthetics for Marine Structures
http://www.tencate.com/emea/water-and-environment/default.aspx

Geosynthetic Options for Canal Liners
http://ocw.usu.edu/Biological_and_Irrigation_Engineering/Irrigation___Conveyance_Control_Systems/

Alberta Government Publishes approved List of Geosynthetics – January 5, 2016
http://www.transportation.alberta.ca/Content/docType253/Production/Geosynthetics.pdf

Schwartz Kristoffel Publish Geomembrane Selection Matrix
http://schwartzkristoffel.com/products/geosynthetics-and-geomembranes/

Naue updates Design Software Secuslope for Mechanically Stabilized Earth Applications
http://www.georesources.net/index.php/global-news/naue-updates-design-software-secuslope

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BREAKING NEWS June 10, 2015

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BREAKING NEWS – SOLMAX LAUNCHES THE HLR SERIES – HOT LIQUID RATED HDPE LINERS

Growing market expectations require new high performance materials. Solmax’s latest innovation is its patent pending HLR (Hot Liquid Rated) Series of geomembranes.
With its unique blend of special resins and additive package, this series of hot liquid resistant geomembranes offers the same hydrostatic strength and long-term durability as traditional HDPE Geomembranes do at typical service temperatures. Solmax’s goal is to consistently provide high quality products and meet high market demands.

http://www.solmax.com/solmax-launches-the-hlr-series-hot-liquid-rated-liners/

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June 2015 Vol.5

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1. Australian Professor Recognized for Pioneering Use of Geogrids and for the Development of Prefabricated Vertical drains
http://media.uow.edu.au/news/UOW195293.html

2. HDPE Geomembranes for Hot Water Heat Storages (Free Download)
http://www.iea-shc.org/data/sites/1/publications/Task39-C7.3–Polymeric-liner-materials-for-hot-water-heat-storages–Grabmayer.pdf

3. Report by Golder Associates on Increasing Height of Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) for Kalgoolie Gold – Declassified
http://superpit.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Fimiston-II-TSF-Height-Increase-Notice-of-Intent-Stage-2-Volume-I-Text.pdf

4. Seeking Civil Engineer with experience in Geosynthetics  for Materials Manager Role in Melbourne
http://www.seek.com.au/job/28830989

5. ExcelPlas Mobile Liner Testing Labs Now Available for On-Site CQA and Third Part Testing of Geomembrane Welds
Our Self-Contained Labs can be deployed to remote locations for rapid turnaround on DT results
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6. DDT Liners Exhibiting at Surat Basin Mining and Energy Expo (June 17th & 18th)
http://suratbasinexpo.com.au/index.php/exhibitor-directory-2/item/darling-downs-tarpaulins

7. Geofabrics Awarded Large Contract for Supply of Geosynthetic Clay Liners – Declassified
http://www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/images/PDF/Tenders/procurement/contracts%20list120515.pdf

8. TenCate Publish Handy Quick Reference Guide for their Geosynthetics Range (PDF Download)
http://www.tencate.com/amer/Images/BRO_PDG_tcm29-24550.pdf

9. Landfill Leachate Containment and Treatment Options by Agru Geomembranes (PDF Download)
http://www.environmental-expert.com/articles/landfill-leachate-sources-and-treatment-options-487865

10. Approved Fabricated Geomembranes Suppliers List for USA
http://www.fabricatedgeomembrane.com/?page_id=125

11. Feature Article – Submerged Geomembrane System for Underground Constructions (PDF Download)
http://www.witteveenbos.nl/upload/filemanager/279_Submerged_geomembranes_-_Gerritsen_-_ICG_Berlijn_-_2014.pdf

12. Update on Whytes Gully Landfill Project – Lined Landfill Cells Project Status – Declassified
http://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/services/majorprojects/Pages/WhytesGullyLandfillProject.aspx

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June 2015 Vol.4

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1. GSE Publish Quality Assurance Installation Manual for Geomembranes (Free Download)
http://www.gseworld.com/content/documents/product-sheets/Geomembrane_Installation_QA.pdf

2. DDT Liners Publish Fact Sheet on Geomembrane Supply & Installation for Water Storages
http://www.ddtliners.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Water-Storage-Fact-Sheet.pdf

3. DDT Liners seeking Geomembrane Welder for Toowoomba & Darling Downs
http://www.seek.com.au/job/28813838

4. Geoenvironmental Applications of Geosynthetics (Free Download)
http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nathalie_Touze-Foltz/publication/257999265_Geoenvironmental_applications_of_geosynthetics/links/00b7d52790254ae830000000.pdf

5. Mini-Dredgers Develop Automated Wastewater Sludge Dredger with Geomembrane Liner Protection Mechanism
http://www.minedredgingservices.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/2.jpg

6. “High-temperature resistance liner opens new application fields for polymer membranes, a case study of a geothermal power plant in New Zealand” by Dipl.-Ing. Michael Uebigau, Product Manager, AGRU Kunststofftechnik GmbH
http://www.amiplastics.com/Events/Resources/Programme/Waterproof%20Membranes%202015%20-%20Programme.pdf

7. “New Geocomposite to Protect Geomembranes on Slopes” by Patrick Brochier, President, TERAGEOS
http://www.amiplastics.com/Events/Resources/Programme/Waterproof%20Membranes%202015%20-%20Programme.pdf

8. ASTM Publish New ‘Standard Guide for Selecting Test Methods for Geomembrane Seams’
http://www.astm.org/Standards/D7700.htm

9. Use of Carbon Geomembrane for Foundations of Buildings in Poor Load-Bearing Foundation Soil (Free Download)
http://urst.org/siteadmin/upload/4971U0315333.pdf

10. ATARFIL publish Specifications for their Structured HDPE Geomembrane
http://www.cheshmehtamehr.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ATARFIL-TM-TMT.pdf

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June 2015 Vol.3

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1. Today’s Feature Article:  ‘Geosynthetics in Landfills’ by GHD (Free Download)
See Page 34 of the link below:
http://multimedia.aspermont.com/web_files/IW_DigitalEditions/IW_1506_ISSUE66_JUN.pdf

2. New Landfill Cell to be Built at Hogan’s Pocket (QLD)
Mackay Regional Council will invest $5 Mill into creating a third landfill cell at the site
http://www.dailymercury.com.au/news/such-rubbish-landfill-cell-be-built-hogans-pocket/2652462/

3. New Liner Tender: RFT 30/15 – Construction of Central Waste Facility Landfill Cell 2, New South Wales, closes 17/06/2015 12:00 p.m. NSW
Bega Valley Shire Council (Council) is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced companies for the construction of the second landfill cell at the Wanatta Lane Central Waste Facility.
http://www.greenpages.erisk.net/705/article/708212/tender/

4. Golder report on ‘Stability Analysis and Liner System Integrity Assessment for Landfill Development’
http://www.der.wa.gov.au/images/documents/our-work/consultation/allawuna/Appendix_F_-_147645033-012-R-Rev0.pdf

5. ExcelPlas Mobile Liner Testing Labs Now Available for On-Site CQA and Third Part Testing of Geomembrane Welds
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6. Geofabrics hosting educational workshop session on their Reinforcement products including Tensar® Geogrids in Dalby (QLD)
(Limited Places Remaining – Reserve Today)

9:30 – 11:30am on Wednesday 3rd June (followed by Tour of ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Lab in Dalby)
http://www.geofabrics.com.au/userfiles/files/Tensar%20Dalby%20seminar%20invitation%202015.pdf

7. XR-5 EIA preferred over HDPE for shale oil liners and covers
http://eaglefordtexas.com/news/id/152765/gimme-shelter-manufacturing-custom-enclosures-in-the-bakken/

8. Large Inflow of Money Witnessed in Raven Industries
http://www.moneyflowindex.org/large-inflow-of-money-witnessed-in-raven-industries-inc/315838/

9. Glochester Engineering Offering New Geomembrane Blown Sheet Line
http://www.gloucesterengineering.com/products/1428433196GEC_Geomembrane_vFeb11.pdf

10. Field-Scale Monitoring and Laboratory Simulation of Geosynthetic Liners During Construction and After Placement of Waste
https://qspace.library.queensu.ca/handle/1974/13042

11. Mount Alexander Shire Council Adopts Independent Review of Landfill Cell at the Castlemaine Waste Facility
The review found the construction of a landfill cell at the Castlemaine Waste Facility was well constructed and managed.
http://www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/page/page.asp?page_Id=2175

12. Drones being for Landfill Operations
Drones produce impressive three dimensional video footage of Benalla landfill
Drones being used to precisely plan the filling of the cell as well as model surface water and leachate flows.
http://news.dronesforhire.com.au/

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