Geosynthetic News Alerts (GNA)

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

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NEWSMAKERS:  * ATARFIL * Biofilter * Biodigester * Bituminous Geomembrane * Concrete in a Roll * EuroBent * GCCM * Geosynthetic Intelligence Reports * Geosynthetics * GNA * HUESKER * LAYFIELD  * MACCAFERRI * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * Tiltex™ * UNITED NATIONS

INDUSTRY NEWS

EuroBent Publish New TILTEX™ Catalogue – “Concrete in a Roll” [PDF]
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/w4lSMX9RkiMba14

Layfield Supply & Install Liner for Biofilter Rehabilitation at Toronto’s Humber Wastewater Treatment Plant
https://issuu.com/esemag/docs/ese_magazine-2023-june/s/26091629

United Nations Development Programme Lists Atarfil and Maccaferri Geomembranes for Rainwater Harvesting
https://www.undp.org/sites/g/files/zskgke326/files/2023-06/link_04_acc_lab_gt_catalog_02_water_harvest_-_materiality.pdf

Huesker Patent Geotextile Sediment Cap with Active Media
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11673117.pdf

Chinese Patent New Method of Constructing an Impervious Dam Inside a Tailings Dump
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11674393.pdf

Solmax Seeking Corporate Secretary
https://ca.linkedin.com/jobs/view/corporate-secretary-secr%C3%A9taire-corporatif-ive-at-solmax-3632541009

How Kerala’s Seawall Project has Failed Chellanam’s Residents
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXO31v25Xpk

GEOMEMBRANES

Structural Health and Performance Monitoring of a HDPE Floating Cover at a Wastewater Treatment Plant
https://www.mrforum.com/wp-content/uploads/open_access/9781644902455/42.pdf

GEOTEXTILES

Mechanical Damage of Geotextiles Induced by Recycled Aggregates from Construction and Demolition Waste
https://www.icevirtuallibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1680/jenge.22.00116

Effect of Particle Size Distribution on Monotonic Direct Shear Characteristics of Geotextile/Geogrid-Calcareous Sand Interface
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0141118723001426

Prediction of Non-woven Geotextiles’ Reduction Factors for Damage Caused by the Drop of Backfill Materials
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114423000511

GEOGRIDS

Long-Term Performance Assessment of a Geosynthetic-Reinforced Railway Substructure [PDF]
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/gfAQzzVjekTn0dI

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

Essential Look into Global Geosynthetic Developments with the Weekly GNA Newsletter
GNA connects engineers, regulators, facility owners, and other stakeholders around the world to its readers and advertising participants.
GNA’s global audience of tens of thousands of subscribers includes civil engineers, regulators, contractors, geosynthetic installers, CQA professionals, and facility owners involved with geotechnical applications.
GNA is a digital news communications and technology platform focused on digital publishing and delivering breaking geosynthetics news relevant to environmental engineering for the geotechnical and geo-environmental community.
Be in the know with an essential look into global geosynthetic developments with our weekly GNA newsletter.
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 48,000 people each month and this high level of audience engagement comes from years of creating content that matters to the geosynthetic industry.
We provide the industry’s most reliable and current information and have the trust and attention of the leaders and decision-makers.
Not only can we help you get in front of our highly engaged audience, but we also have a number of channels you can use to target your message – as well as the subject matter experts to put it all together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCkE3q3sHPg

Do You Have Any Geosynthetics Industry News? – Get in Touch
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

Want More GNA? 
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

• To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
• To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
• To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

GNA™ (Geosynthetic News Alerts™)
GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
GNAu™ (Geosynthetic News Australia™)
GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2023 Copyright ExcelPlas Labs and Geosynthetic News Agency

GNA is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to GNA you agree to receive regular GNA newsletters as well as the GNA platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of GNA and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow GNA to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  GNA provides an unsubscribe link at the bottom of each GNA newsletter.

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

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NEWSMAKERS:  * ADE Consultants * AXTER * Bentonite * BGM * Bioclogging * Biodigester * Bituminous Geomembrane * Canals * CARPI * Coletanche * David Suits * EuroBent * GEOANZ #2 * Geomats * Geosynthetic Intelligence Reports * Geosynthetics * GNA * ICOLD * PBS * PFAS * Richard Bathurst * Smart Geosynthetics * Solmax * TechFab India * Tiltex™

INDUSTRY NEWS

PRESS RELEASE: Axter Australia Undertakes Successful PFAS Test Regime on its BGM with ADE Consultants
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/Qjtlm7N40zWcS4b

Geosynthetics Guru David Suits Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/501717/l-david-suits-msce-presented-with-the-albert-nelson-marquis-lifetime-achievement-award-by-marquis-whos-who

The Rise of Geosynthetic Manufacturers in India – TechFab India Profile
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJVFwZqnf2U

EuroBent Publishes New Catalogue of Products However Tiltex™ is Missing!
https://www.eurobent.com/files/Catalog_of_Products.pdf

Comprehensive Review of Smart Geosynthetics and Prospects for Civil Infrastructure Monitoring [PDF]
https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/15/12/9258/pdf?version=1686209405

Solmax Receives US Patent for its Magnetic Geomembrane for Verification of Membrane Integrity
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/20230176012.pdf

Announcing GEOANZ #2 Conference on Geosynthetics 9-11 July 2024 | Crown Conference Centre, Melbourne
https://geoanzconference.com.au/
Registration and call for abstracts are now open. For more details, please click here.

ExcelPlas Materials Testing & Analysis Recognized as the Premium Polymer Lab in Australia
https://itc.icn.org.au/supplier/view/170226/6485ae10181c0

Geomembrane-Capped Landfill PV Solar Plant Named 2023 Project of The Year
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2023/06/08/geomembrane-capped-landfill-pv-solar-plant-named-2023-project-of-the-year/

The Future of Geotextiles – Biobased and Biodegradable High-Performance Geotextiles Based on PBS
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2023/06/06/pathway-to-truly-sustainable-geotextiles/

CARPI Announced as Gold Sponsor for ICOLD-CIGB2023 Safe Dams Conference (11-15 June, 2023 in Gothenburg, Sweden)
https://icold-cigb2023.se/sponsor-exhibitor-invitation/sponsors/

EuroBent Exhibiting at Highways UK 2023 (18-19 October 2023)
https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/highways-uk/exhibitor-eurobent.stm

Prof. Richard Bathurst Coming to Australia in July 2023 for a Face-to-Face Workshop on MSE Walls
https://anzgeo2023.com.au/workshops/

GEOMEMBRANES

Shear Strength of Single and Multi-layer Soil–Geosynthetic and Geosynthetic–Geosynthetic Interfaces Using Large Direct Shear Testing
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40891-023-00450-1

Forecasting the Seepage Loss for Geomembrane Lined and Un-lined Canals in Egypt Using Artificial Neural Network
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/19475705.2023.2221775

Review, Design and Fabrication of a HDPE Geomembrane Anaerobic Bio-digester for Biodegradable Waste 
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ulrich-Nota-Yemetio/publication/371199267_Review_Design_and_artisanal_fabrication
_of_anaerobic_bio-digester_for_biodegradable_waste/links/6478a5bbb3dfd73b775893dc/Review-Design-and-artisanal-fabrication-of-anaerobic-bio-digester-for-biodegradable-waste.pdf

Introduction of Cow Manure Biogas Generators Using the HDPE Geomembranes
http://journal.unimma.ac.id/index.php/ce/article/view/8342

GEOMATS

Mechanical and Thermoanalytical Study of Polypropylene Geomats Exposed in the Field and the Laboratory
https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/16/11/4148/pdf?version=1686022020

GEOTEXTILES

Physical Methods and Scanning Electron Microscopy for Evaluation of Bioclogging in Geotextiles
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-29191-3_17

GCCMs

Inner Shear Resistance Increasing Effect of Concrete Canvas in Ballasted Railway Tracks
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Szabolcs-Fischer/publication/368302817_INNER_SHEAR_RESISTANCE_INCREASING_EFFECT_OF_CONCRETE_CANVAS_IN_BALLASTED
_RAILWAY_TRACKS/links/644b770597449a0e1a62b38b/Inner-shear-resistance-increasing-effect-of-Concrete-Canvas-in
-ballasted-railway-tracks.pdf

GCLs

Hydrodynamic Assessment of Bentonite Granule Size and Granule Swelling on Hydraulic Conductivity of GCLs
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114423000493

Application of Peanut Shell Ash in GCLs to Reduce the Zinc Contamination in Leachate
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2214785323031723

The Hydraulic Conductivity of Fuel Permeated GCLs: a Bibliometric Study
https://www.scielo.br/j/soiroc/a/XBMVWRXkSrDLj48vYdBC4Tc/

Impermeability of Nanodispersible Modified Bentonite for GCL Landfill Liners
https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/13/12/1840/pdf?version=1686476102

GEOGRIDS

Bearing Capacity and Mechanism of the H–V Geogrid-Reinforced Foundation
https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/15/12/2606/pdf?version=1686212063

Experimental Study of a 3D Printed Geogrid Embedded with FBG Sensor
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114423000481

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

Essential Look into Global Geosynthetic Developments with the Weekly GNA Newsletter
GNA connects engineers, regulators, facility owners, and other stakeholders around the world to its readers and advertising participants.
GNA’s global audience of tens of thousands of subscribers includes civil engineers, regulators, contractors, geosynthetic installers, CQA professionals, and facility owners involved with geotechnical applications.
GNA is a digital news communications and technology platform focused on digital publishing and delivering breaking geosynthetics news relevant to environmental engineering for the geotechnical and geo-environmental community.
Be in the know with an essential look into global geosynthetic developments with our weekly GNA newsletter.
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 48,000 people each month and this high level of audience engagement comes from years of creating content that matters to the geosynthetic industry.
We provide the industry’s most reliable and current information and have the trust and attention of the leaders and decision-makers.
Not only can we help you get in front of our highly engaged audience, but we also have a number of channels you can use to target your message – as well as the subject matter experts to put it all together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCkE3q3sHPg

Do You Have Any Geosynthetics Industry News? – Get in Touch
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

Want More GNA? 
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

• To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
• To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
• To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

GNA™ (Geosynthetic News Alerts™)
GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
GNAu™ (Geosynthetic News Australia™)
GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2023 Copyright ExcelPlas Labs and Geosynthetic News Agency

GNA is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to GNA you agree to receive regular GNA newsletters as well as the GNA platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of GNA and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow GNA to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  GNA provides an unsubscribe link at the bottom of each GNA newsletter.

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

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NEWSMAKERS:  * ABG Geosynthetics * Alan Bamforth * Bentonite HDTMA * CETCO * GNA * * Geosynthetic Intelligence Reports * Geosynthetics * HUESKER * Jaylon * Kerry Rowe * Layfield * Macceferri * Paramesh™ * PFAS * PVC-EIA Liners * Ring Shear Apparatus * Solmax * Tensar * Watershed Solar

INDUSTRY NEWS

Layfield Launches New Geosynthetics Website
www.layfieldgeo.com

Understanding the Corporate Structure and Network of HUESKER Companies
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/XcXMGpUtnIuXCMV

World’s Strongest Geogrid Installed for Slope Stabilization on Ring Road in Brazil
1750 kN/m strength geogrids from Huesker
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2023/06/01/embankment-reinforcement-using-the-worlds-strongest-geogrid/

Amazing Video of Road in Chile Made Possible with Geogrids
https://www.itemfix.com/v?t=ajp6ox

Amazing Video of Road in India Made with Geotextile
https://www.itemfix.com/v?t=vlxij2

How Geogrid Advancements Can Benefit Pipeline Operators
https://read.nxtbook.com/gulf_energy_information/pipeline_and_gas_journal/january_2023/technology_geogrid_pipeline.html

Paramesh™ System from Maccaferri Used to Protect Major Indonesian Road from Landslides
https://www.maccaferri.com/id/news/paramesh-system-from-maccaferri-for-the-bajo-malawatar-road-segment/

Biodiversity Net Gain, and How Geosynthetics Products Can Help Make it a Reality
https://abg-geosynthetics.com/company/news-archive/biodiversity-net-gain-and-how-geosynthetics-products-can-help-make-it-a-reality/

Watershed Solar Awarded Another Patent for PV Cells Mounted on Tufted Geosynthetics
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/20230170837.pdf

GEOMEMBRANES

Diffusion and Partitioning of Different PFAS Compounds Through Thermoplastic Polyurethane and Three Different PVC-EIA Liners
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/Qc51PJK81FNkjxl

Interface Behaviour Analysis of Different Geomembrane Liner Systems Based on Particle Image Velocimetry Techniques
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/13/11/6614/pdf?version=1685374846

Strength Characteristics of a Smooth HDPE Geomembrane/Nonwoven Geotextile Interface Based on a Novel Ring Shear Apparatus [PDF]
https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/15/11/2497/pdf?version=1685354202

Effect of Soil Compaction Conditions on Geomembrane–Soil Interface Strength
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/B9781851666447500197

GEOTEXTILES

Spectral Analysis of Processes Using Geotextile Nonwoven Materials
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10692-023-10398-7

GEOCOMPOSITES

Be Mindful of Misleading Performance Data When Specifying Geocomposites – By Alan Bamforth
https://abg-geosynthetics.com/company/news-archive/be-mindful-of-misleading-performance-data-when-specifying-geocomposites-by-alan-bamforth/

GCLs

Impact of Effluent Organic Matter on Perfluoroalkyl Acid Removal from Wastewater Effluent by CETCO Granular Activated Carbon and Alternative Adsorbents
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0043135423005419

Experimental study on Impermeability of GCL Mixed with Bentonite-HDTMA
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/GvicXnsFqr38eTh

GEOCELLS

Evaluation of the Structural Performance of the Geocell-Stabilized Flexible Pavement
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2214391223000946

GEOGRIDS

Bearing Capacity of Shallow Strip Foundations on Reinforced Soil Subjected to Loading
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266352X23003075

Experimental Research on the Creep Behaviour of the Interface of Compacted Loess and High-Density Polyethylene Geogrid
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/370993230_Experimental_Research_on_the_Creep_Behavior_of_the_Interface_of_Compacted_Loess_and_High-Density_Polyethylene_Geogrid

Effect of Geogrid Reinforcement on Shear Strength Characteristics of a Rubber-Sand Mixture under Undrained Triaxial Test
https://www.proquest.com/docview/2793533001

Application of Cement Deep Mixing (CDM) Combined with Geogrid to Reinforce Slope and Landslide Mitigation
https://www.ijaemr.com/uploads/pdf/archivepdf/2023/IJAEMR_575.pdf

Use of RCC pile, Anchor Bolt and Geogrid for Building Construction on an Unstable Slope
https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1186/s40677-023-00243-8.pdf

Analysis of a Large-Scale Physical Model of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Piled Embankment and Analytical Design Methods
https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/13/6/1464/pdf?version=1685872493

NEW JOBS

Jaylon Seeking Geomembrane Technicians (Salary Up to $70K)
https://www.canberratimes.com.au/jobs/jobview/geomembrane-technicians/de1ac11f-da75-44af-a373-c5aca28fed6f?page_referral_element=You%20may%20also%20be%20interested%20in%20these%20jobs

Solmax Seeking Production Planner
https://www.tencategeo.eu/en/company/careers/vacancies/ueuZ/Production-Planner—EMEA

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

Essential Look into Global Geosynthetic Developments with the Weekly GNA Newsletter
GNA connects engineers, regulators, facility owners, and other stakeholders around the world to its readers and advertising participants.
GNA’s global audience of tens of thousands of subscribers includes civil engineers, regulators, contractors, geosynthetic installers, CQA professionals, and facility owners involved with geotechnical applications.
GNA is a digital news communications and technology platform focused on digital publishing and delivering breaking geosynthetics news relevant to environmental engineering for the geotechnical and geo-environmental community.
Be in the know with an essential look into global geosynthetic developments with our weekly GNA newsletter.
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 48,000 people each month and this high level of audience engagement comes from years of creating content that matters to the geosynthetic industry.
We provide the industry’s most reliable and current information and have the trust and attention of the leaders and decision-makers.
Not only can we help you get in front of our highly engaged audience, but we also have a number of channels you can use to target your message – as well as the subject matter experts to put it all together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCkE3q3sHPg

Do You Have Any Geosynthetics Industry News? – Get in Touch
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

Want More GNA? 
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/

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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

• To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
• To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
• To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

GNA™ (Geosynthetic News Alerts™)
GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
GNAu™ (Geosynthetic News Australia™)
GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2023 Copyright ExcelPlas Labs and Geosynthetic News Agency

GNA is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to GNA you agree to receive regular GNA newsletters as well as the GNA platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of GNA and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow GNA to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  GNA provides an unsubscribe link at the bottom of each GNA newsletter.

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

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NEWSMAKERS:  * ASTM * CARPI * CCX * CETCO * Concrete Canvas * EPA * Floating Covers * GCCM * GCL * GNA * Geofabrics * Geotextile Sand Containers (GSC)* Geosynthetic Intelligence Reports * Geosynthetics * Geotextile Tubes * GrantHelp * Graphene * J.P. Giroud * Koerner Lecture * MiraGrid™ * Piezocapacitive Geotextiles * SMEC * Springer * TenCate * THRACE * VaporBlock™ * VIAFLEX * VOC

INDUSTRY NEWS

Concrete Canvas’ CCX used by Norman Foster and Holcim to create Low-Carbon Housing Solution
https://youtu.be/FVS_Oo3kIOE

See the Slide Pack for the 2023 Koerner Lecture by J.P. Giroud here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/xp34bfa9s26xl9s/FGI-Webinar-Giroud%202023%20Koerner%20Lecture%20Webinar-Revised-5-19-23.pdf?dl=0

See Video the 2023 Koerner Lecture by J.P. Giroud here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yyycftrzmlw6imw/FGI%20Webinar_%20From%20Zero%20Leak%20at%20
End%20of%20Geomembrane%20Installation%20to%20Zero%20Leakage%20in%20Service.mp4?dl=1

THRACE Receives 1^st Ranking “Platinum’ Status for ESG Transparency
https://www.thracegroup.com/fr/en/news/1rst-ranking-ldquoplatinumrdquo-for-thrace-group/

Understanding the Corporate Structure and Network of THRACE Companies
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/f2p7xx8fLl92lfo

Environmental Groups Sue US-EPA Over VOC Emissions from MSW Landfills
https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2022-08/EIP%20v.%20Regan%20-%20LEF%20Complaint%20July%2029%202022.pdf

Viaflex VaporBlock Plus Barrier Geomembrane: Best in Class Protection
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgGLjeNGwx8

Chinese Receive US Patent for Making Geogrids from Medical Waste
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/20230149988.pdf

Patent Granted for Piezocapacitive Geotextiles Using Graphene
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11650109.pdf

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ASTM Update Standard Guide for Installation of Geosynthetic Clay Liners (2023)
https://webstore.ansi.org/standards/astm/astmd610223

Springer Publishers Call for Papers for a Special Issue: ‘Soil-Geosynthetic Interaction’
https://resource-cms.springernature.com/springer-cms/rest/v1/content/25263076/data/v1

Geosynthetic Clay Liner University by CETCO (6th June 2023)
https://allevents.in/lakewood/geosynthetic-clay-liner-university/10000634935869277

R&D Tax Incentive Made Easy for Geosynthetic Companies in Australia
https://granthelp.com.au/about-us/

GEOMEMBRANES

SMEC Showcase PNG Edevu Hydropower Project with 55 m High Geomembrane Faced Rockfill Dam
https://www.smec.com/au/general/engineering-support-continues-at-edevu-hydropower-project/

Analysis of a Landfill Cover Without Geomembrane Using Varied Particle Sizes of Recycled Concrete
http://www.jrmge.cn/abstract-1200.html

Transport of Heavy Metal Contaminants in a Composite Liner Under Non-Isothermal Conditions
https://www.icevirtuallibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1680/jgein.22.00396?journalCode=jgein

FLOATING COVERS

Treatment of Odours and Emissions using an In-Situ Floating Reactive Barrier Technology
https://www.accesswater.org/publications/proceedings/-10091921/treatment-of-odors-and-emissions-using-an-in-situ-floating-reactive-barrier-technology

GEOTEXTILE TUBES

Placement of Geotextile Tubes for Coastal Management in Bengkulu Province Indonesia
https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1755-1315/1173/1/012023/pdf

GEOGRIDS

Analysis of The Shear Strength of a Soil Geosynthetic Interface Using Tencate Miragrid™ GX55/30 Woven Geogrid and Thrace TG3030S Rigid Polypropylene Geogrid
https://sciendo.com/pdf/10.2478/cee-2023-0040

New Approach to Junction Efficiency Analysis of Hexagonal Geogrid Using Digital Image Correlation Method
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114423000377

Comparison of Geosynthetic Basal Reinforcement Options for Railway Embankments Over Soft Soils
https://pubs.aip.org/aip/acp/article/2476/1/020066/2891059

Deformation of Instrumented Geosynthetic-Reinforced Retaining Walls Constructed with Sustainable Locally Available Backfill Soils
https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/15/10/8183/pdf?version=1684335254

Flexural Performance of Concrete Beams Internally Reinforced with Steel, Geogrid and GFRP Meshes
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2238785423011110

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