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: * Andrew Lees * Concor * Elis Technologies * ExcelPlas * Fabtech * GCCM * GEOQ * Geosacks * Golder Associates * NAUE * PFAS * Shandong Innovative Material Technology * SIMT * Solmax * Sotrafa * Spencer Textile Industries Group * Strata * Tensar * TetraTech

Message from the Editor

As the Editor of GNA I would like to personally thank you for all your support in 2021.  It has been another year of challenges, and as I write this, it’s tough to predict what challenges 2022 will bring with it, but we are up to it and here to inform you.

INDUSTRY NEWS

How Can Textured Geomembranes Be Used in Final Solid-Waste Landfill Closure Designs?
https://www.solmax.com/en/blog/how-can-textured-geomembranes-be-used-in-final-solid-waste-landfill-closure-designs

Sotrafa Geo Showcases Use of HDPE Geomembranes in Lithium Mining
https://sotrafageo.com/en/use-geomembranes-mining/

Contamination of the Shore of the Baltic Sea with the Debris of Geosynthetic Materials for the Survey Period 2018 – 2020
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/3Qao8mRXNz5bkT9#pdfviewer

SIMT Pioneers World’s First 6.5 m Wide PP Filament Geotextile Line
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/mWa9jPBRCby49HD#pdfviewer

ELIS Technologies Ltd Continues its Growth Strategy in Geomembrane Leak Detection
https://www.elis.tech/elis-technologies-ltd-continues-its-growth-strategy/

Anti-Cracking GCCM Now Available in the North American Market
https://www.tiltexnorthamerica.com/tiltexproductrangegccm

Black-Owned Geomembrane Installer Progressing HDPE Liner Installation at Major Ash Disposal Facility in South Africa
https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/print-version/concor-progresses-with-majuba-ash-disposal-facility-2021-12-14

Failed Geomembrane Liner in WWTP Replacement Project
https://ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2021120291

GCCM Used to Create Artificial Surf Reef
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11198983.pdf

Tensar Patent New Method of Making an Integral Geogrid from a Coextruded Multilayered Polymer Sheet
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11198986.pdf

Geosynthetics Conference 2023 Opens – Call for Proposals
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/12/17/geosynthetics-conference-2023-opens-call-for-proposals/

Strata’s Geosynthetic Offerings are High Performers all Over the World
https://www.strataglobal.com/strata-products-and-systems/

GEOMEMBRANES

Evaluating Interface Properties of Geomembrane and Compacted Clay Liners for Landfill Liner Stability [PDF]
https://nexusec.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Evaluating-interface-properties-of-Geomembrane-and-GCL.pdf

Upstream Waterproof Treatment with Protective Geomembrane for Masonry Dams – A Case Study on Upper Bhavani Dam, Tamil Nadu
https://www.indianjournals.com/ijor.aspx?target=ijor:wei&volume=64r&issue=8&article=005

Modular Construction with Geosynthetics in Petroleum Industry
https://onepetro.org/SPEADIP/proceedings-abstract/21ADIP/4-21ADIP/D042S267R002/473580

Assessing the Quality of Compaction of Clay Liner Using Electrical Resistivity Measurements
http://isc6.org/images/Cikkek/Sessions/ISC2020-151.pdf

Effects of Geosynthetics on Canal Damage Characteristics and Canal Seepage
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0022169421013457

GEOTEXTILES

Application of a Geotextile in the Treatment of Post-Subsidence and Localized Sinkholes
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/24/11826/pdf

Superior Erosion Protection with Geosacks and Geotextiles from Spencer Textile Industries Group
https://www.prunderground.com/superior-erosion-protection-with-geosacks-and-geotextiles-from-spencer-textile-industries-group/00251468/

Transport and Retention of Bacteria Through a Filtration System Consisting of Sands and Geotextiles
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0927776521005580

GCLs

Effect of Incineration Ash Leachates on the Hydraulic Conductivity of Bentonite-Polymer Composite GCLs
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0956053X21006565

GCCM

Anti-Cracking GCCM Now Available in the North American Market
https://www.tiltexnorthamerica.com/tiltexproductrangegccm

Golder Associates Pave the Way to Self-Healing GCCMs
https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/24/13999/pdf

GCCM Used to Create Artificial Surf Reef
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11198983.pdf

GEO-TUBES

SBPF Agrees to add 20,000 Cubic Yards of Sand to Geo-tube Project
https://www.ack.net/stories/sbpf-agrees-to-add-20000-cubic-yards-to-sand-to-geotube-project,27020

Indian Offshore Geo-tube Breakwater Project Takes Off
https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2021/dec/18/poonthura-offshore-breakwater-project-takes-off-2396737.html

GEOGRIDS

Tensar Patent New Method of Making an Integral Geogrid from a Coextruded Multilayered Polymer Sheet
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11198986.pdf

Why is Geogrid so Difficult to Model in Finite Element Analysis? By Andrew Lees
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZnuEyFFVNU

Analysis of the Short-Term Tensile Response of Geosynthetics After Damage
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0950061821037041

Stability Assessment of 3D Reinforced Soil Structures Under Steady Unsaturated Infiltration
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114421001126

In-Plane Shear Behaviour of Novel Concrete Sandwich Panels Reinforced with Various Geosynthetics
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3972196

Stabilization of Slopes of Sandy Soils by Using Geosynthetics
https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1757-899X/1197/1/012081/pdf

WEBINARS

PFAS, Geosynthetics, and Environmental Protection: How Much Do We Know So Far (On-Demand)
https://web.cvent.com/event/b518bdb1-7a2b-4c9d-8903-8a6cd8be603d/regPage:617b1dc3-3ddb-4468-8087-049a4e6e51e8

SHORT COURSES

Short Course – Fundamentals of Geosynthetics- Types, Functions, Materials & Selection (MARCH 2022)
https://www.geocongress.org/program/short-courses

QUOTE OF THE YEAR

“You Pay for a Site Investigation Whether You Have One or Not”
http://info.tensar.co.uk/blog/the-benefit-of-proper-site-investigation

AUSTRALIAN JOBS

Fabtech Seeking Project Manager for Geomembrane Containment Projects
https://www.seek.com.au/job/55310240?type=standout

HDPE Geomembrane Welders Needed for Perth Role
https://www.seek.com.au/job/55359569?type=standout

GEOQ Seeking Quality Assurance Personnel
https://www.seek.com.au/job/55310299?type=standard#searchRequestToken=8958b7b5-c83f-47a5-81f5-8b9398185563

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 40,000 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

Why Read GNA?
Understand what is happening in the geosynthetics industry, with analysis of emerging trends & products, with market data and key contacts,
Receive updated information on geosynthetic trends and topics
Get thousands of key contacts in managerial and operational roles by the click of a button!
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?
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• 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/

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GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2021 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:  * Commercial Metals (CMC) * COMET™ * ExcelPlas * GCCM * Geofabrics * Golder Associates * I.S Dam Liner (NZ) * ITL * Leister * Maccaferri * NAUE * Prof. Bischetti * Shandong Innovative Material Technology * SIMT * Tensar * Tiltex™ B * 

INDUSTRY NEWS

Maccaferri Asks: “Which Characteristics of Erosion Control Geosynthetics are Most Relevant for Establishment of Vegetation?”
Professor G. Bischetti, Head of Dept. of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at University of Milan gives his opinion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDFKxDG9HkY

Australian-Made Polymer-Cementitious Geotextile Liner for Channels and Canals [PDF]
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/AsFN9JeudqlDyqz#pdfviewer

Tiltex B Specified by NSW Government – Department of Transport for Lining Drainage Channels Along Roads
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/GVbmuKd2bbZLSM6#pdfviewer

New Emerging Player in Wide-Width HDPE Geomembranes – Shandong Innovative Material Technology (SIMT)
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/C6CK21LYspVPYF5
Request quote: [email protected]

WSP Investor Presentation – Introduction to WSP (Declassified)
https://www.wsp.com/-/media/Investors/GL/document/others/IR-presentation.pdf

Commercial Metals (CMC) Inks Deal to Acquire Tensar for $550M
https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/commercial-metals-cmc-inks-deal-to-acquire-tensar-for-$550m

GEOMEMBRANES

Heap Leaching of Greek Low-Grade Nickel Oxide Ores by Dilute Sulphuric Acid at a Pilot-Plant Scale HDPE-Lined Facility
https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4605/5/1/65/pdf

Sensitivity Analysis of Significant Parameters Affecting Landfill Leachate Generation Rate
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10661-021-09653-3

Golder Models Radioactive Releases from Nuclear Waste Repository in the Tropical Climate Environment

The computational model was developed and run using the computer code called Repository Integration Program (RIP) developed by the Golder Associates
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0149197000000755

Leister COMET 700 – Efficient Overlap Welding with Geomembranes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMm-fxDVtU4

LANDFILL LINERS

Wedge Method for Landfill Stability Analysis Considering Temperature Increase
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34877894/

Modelling Coupled Dynamic Processes in Landfills: Holistic Performance to Improve Sustainability
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmaLrahgCKg

Supreme Court Issues Ruling on Pickens County Landfill that Could Accept Coal Ash
https://sports.yahoo.com/sc-supreme-court-issues-ruling-140023444.html

Rehabilitation of the Old Landfill in Croatia with NAUE Geomembranes
https://www.naue.com/rehabilitation-of-the-old-landfill-osojnica-in-croatia/

GEOGRIDS

Mesoscopic Pull-out Behaviour of Geosynthetics–Sand–Clay Layered Reinforced Structures Using Discrete Element Method
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11440-021-01422-3

GEOTEXTILE TUBES

Indonesian Flood Mitigated with Geotextile Containers
https://en.antaranews.com/news/203477/jokowi-inspects-construction-of-flood-mitigation-embankment-in-sintang

Analytical Modelling of the Wave Reflection by a Single Cycloidal Geotube or Trench Based on the Modified Mild-Slope Equation
https://ascelibrary.org/doi/abs/10.1061/(ASCE)EM.1943-7889.0002068

Geosynthetics in Coastal Protection of the South-East Baltic
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352340921009689

Geotextile Tube Dewatering of Tailings at Abandoned Acid Generating Tailings Mine
https://bc-mlard.ca/files/presentations/2008MB-21-HAMBLIN-rehabilitation-Kam-Kotia-Minesite.pdf

JOBS

I.S Dam Liner (NZ) Seeking Liner Technician
https://www.seek.com.au/job/55278913?type=promoted

Geofabrics Seeking Logistics Specialist
https://www.seek.com.au/job/55128253?type=standout&sol=3940792c7f2f7aca6b944bebc5844df73b1d03ec

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 40,000 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

Why Read GNA?
Understand what is happening in the geosynthetics industry, with analysis of emerging trends & products, with market data and key contacts,
Receive updated information on geosynthetic trends and topics
Get thousands of key contacts in managerial and operational roles by the click of a button!
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) 2021 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:  * BGM * Bituminous Geomembranes * BMI * EcoWeb * Elcorock® * ExcelPlas * Floating Covers * GCCM * Geocells * Geofabrics * Geotest * Huesker * Intermas * Jaylon * PLAXIS™ * Scum Detection * Solmax * Tektoseal™ Active * TenCate * Tensar * Wicking Geotextiles

INDUSTRY NEWS

Solmax and Jaylon Team Up to Line Hypersaline Brine Evaporation Ponds with HDPE Geomembrane
https://www.solmax.com/en/technical-library/case-studies/beyondie-sulphate-of-potash-sop-project

Australian Researchers Develop Thermographic Monitoring of Scum Accumulation beneath HDPE Floating Covers
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-4292/13/23/4857/pdf

TENCATE GEOSYNTHETICS EMEA ANNOUNCES PRICE INCREASE!
TenCate Geosynthetics EMEA is facing record increases in costs. In the light of this development, the company needs to adjust the prices of its complete product portfolio by 10 – 15 %.
https://blog.tencategeo.eu/tencate-geosynthetics-emea-kundigt-preiserhohung-an/

New Ecoweb™ Geocell Presentation [PDF]
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/bE9pL4RpUayV18A#pdfviewer

HUESKER Proud of its 160 Years in Synthetics in New Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zor4QTStSCE

Intermas Promotes Top-End Geosynthetic Drainage Solutions Under High Pressure in Mining
https://www.intermas.com/our-activities/geosynthetics/what-are-you-looking-for/an-application/mines.html

Tektoseal™ Active GCL for Petrochemicals and Oils
https://www.huesker.co.uk/geosynthetics/products/composites/tektoseal-active-product-family/tektoseal-active-for-oils-and-petrochemicals/

BMI – Durable BGM Lining Solutions for Mining and Hydro
https://www.bmigroup.com/our-solutions/civil-engineering/mining-and-hydro/

Seeking Field Supervisor for Geomembrane Industry
https://www.seek.com.au/job/54796289?type=promoted&sol=39a637b16e28a74ff25ad4706096316c34959487

How Pavements Become More Resilient with Interlayers
https://info.tensarcorp.com/resilient-pavements-with-interlayers

GEOMEMBRANES IN CANALS

Retrofitting Irrigation Canals with Geosynthetics: An Overview
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr4XJoBS-WA

Retrofitting Irrigation Canals with Geosynthetics: Seepage Control
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3oBI6X8M1M

GEOMEMBRANES IN DAMS

Model Test on Mechanical and Deformation Property of a Geomembrane Surface Barrier for a High Rockfill Dam
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/23/11505/pdf

Numerical Analysis of a New Double Layer Rubber Dam
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114421001102

Analysis of Key Points of Geomembrane Selection in Dam Seepage Prevention Engineering
https://www.spiedigitallibrary.org/conference-proceedings-of-spie/12080/120802D/Analysis-of-key-points-of-geo-membrane-selection-in-dam/10.1117/12.2620223.short?SSO=1

Discussion on the Structural Layout of Geomembrane Impervious Rockfill Dam
https://www.spiedigitallibrary.org/conference-proceedings-of-spie/12080/120802K/Discussion-on-the-structure-layout-of-geo-membrane-impervious-rockfill/10.1117/12.2620235.short

GEOTEXTILES

Working Mechanism of a New Wicking Geotextile in Roadway Applications
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114421001163

Elcorock® Geotextile Container Listed on New Australian Made Website
https://australianmade.com.au/licensees/geofabrics-australasia/elcorock-geotextile-container

Dynamic Analysis of Soil Reinforced with Polypropylene Geotextile Using PLAXIS™
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-16-6140-2_30

Characterisation of Geomembrane and Geotextile Interface Short-Term Creep Behaviour in a Dry Condition
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114421001151

GEOGRIDS

Appraisal of Anchor Arrangement and Size on Sand-Geogrid Interaction in Direct Shear
https://europepmc.org/article/ppr/ppr426806

Effect of Geogrid on Landslide Prevention of Soil Slope Under Static Loading
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-16-6140-2_19

Study of the Effects of Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil and Reinforcement Length on GRS Bridge Abutment
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/23/11226/pdf

Study on Stress Distribution in Reinforced Railway Structures
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2214391221001896

Recycled Polyester Geosynthetic Influence on Improvement of Road and Railway Subgrade Bearing Capacity— Laboratory Investigations
https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/14/23/7264/pdf

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 40,000 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

Why Read GNA?
Understand what is happening in the geosynthetics industry, with analysis of emerging trends & products, with market data and key contacts,
Receive updated information on geosynthetic trends and topics
Get thousands of key contacts in managerial and operational roles by the click of a button!
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.
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GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
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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.

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Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

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NEWSMAKERS:  * ASTM * CESLA * CETCO * Concrete Canvas * Dalian Geomax Synthetics * DGS * DIRD * Duoliner® HGS * ExcelPlas * Fibertex * GCCM * Geofabrics * G QUADRANT * Michael Donovan * Minerals Tech PFAS * Propex * SKZ * Solmax * SorbSeal® * Tensar * Tiltex® * Tiltex North America * Titan Environmental * TNA * TOTAL

INDUSTRY NEWS

Solmax Completes $125M Add-On Term Load to Fund Acquisition of Propex
https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/solmax-international-completes-125m-add-on-term-loan-terms-67782807

New Aged Case Study from Concrete Canvas® Proves How ASTM D8364 ‘Standard Specification for GCCM Materials’ Protects Client, Consultant and Contractors!
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/jt4ulXNBLsIAx2t#pdfviewer​

Introducing Tiltex North America – Tiltex North America Announces New GCCM Website
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/bRNGmNWlageOW04#pdfviewer

Press Release – NOT ALL GCCM’S ARE THE SAME [PDF]
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/paMNyfq1nPJVwIe#pdfviewer

Geosynthetics Implemented in Oil Storage Facility
https://www.miningweekly.com/article/geosynthetics-implemented-in-oil-storage-facility-2021-11-26

Tensar Announces Two Major Promotions
https://construction-update.co.uk/2021/11/22/tensar-international-eastern-hemisphere-announces-2-major-promotions-tensarinsights/

Unique Investment Opportunity to Invest in Rising Geotextile Manufacturer
https://www.geo-textile.com/en/public/static/upload/article/20211027/3d0512ee868280827a53906588a3b5d9.pdf

Mexico Offering Face-to-Face Geomembrane Welding Courses
https://cesla.la/en-us/geomembrane-online-course

Geofabrics Sorbseal™ Hybrid GCL to Absorb PFAS and Waterproof
https://www.geofabrics.co/products/sorbseal%C2%AE-hybrid-geosynthetic-clay-liner

NEW PATENTS

Michael Donovan (Minerals Tech) Granted Patent for Method of Modifying Clay to Absorb PFAS for Use in GCLs
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/WO2021237050A1.pdf

Vibrating Apparatus for a Geotextile Dewatering Container
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/WO2021232155A1.html

TOTAL Patents Polyethylene-based Masterbatches Comprising Carbon Nanotubes and Metallic Stearate For Manufacturing HDPE Geomembranes
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/EP3912956A1.pdf

GEOMEMBRANES

Evaluation of Exhumed Degraded HDPE Geomembranes Used as a Liner in Aquaculture Ponds
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/r3b1JTdwMjfqJkz#pdfviewer

Short Term Durability and Performance of Bituminous Geomembranes (BGM) with Respect to Temperature
https://www.titanenviro.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Technical-Paper_Short-Term-Durability-and-Performance-of-Bituminous-Geomembranes_GeoNiagara-2021_FINAL.pdf

Top 7 Causes of Poor Extrusion Welds Revealed
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/qAcUUb1iFiaArKG

GEOTEXTILES

Meet the Company that Pioneered Geotextile Manufacturing in Bangladesh
https://www.tbsnews.net/features/panorama/dird-meet-company-pioneered-geotextile-manufacturing-bangladesh-335665

GEOTUBES

The Application of Semi-Submersible Geotextile Tubes for Coastal Protection in Indonesia
https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1755-1315/860/1/012100/pdf

Vibrating Apparatus for a Geotextile Dewatering Container
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/WO2021232155A1.html

GCCMs

SKZ Certifies New German GCCM DuoLiner® HGS for Verification of Constancy of Performance and Quality
https://www.skz.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Download_PDF/_Testing/CE-Zertifikate/Geokunststoffe/CPR-certificate%20(EN)_7562.pdf

GCLs

Design of Core of Earthen Dam by Replacement with Geosynthetics
A geosynthetic clay liner is introduced in the core in order to reduce the thickness of the clay core
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-16-5601-9_7

Geofabrics Sorbseal™ Hybrid GCL to Absorb PFAS and Waterproof
https://www.geofabrics.co/products/sorbseal%C2%AE-hybrid-geosynthetic-clay-liner

Michael Donovan (Minerals Tech) Granted Patent for Method of Modifying Clay to Absorb PFAS for Use in GCLs
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/WO2021237050A1.pdf

GEOGRIDS

Effect of Geogrid Type and Subgrade Strength on the Traffic Benefit Ratio of Flexible Pavements
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40515-021-00203-5

Experimental Study on Application of Geogrid in Concrete to Improve Its Flexural Strength
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-16-5041-3_1

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 40,000 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

Why Read GNA?
Understand what is happening in the geosynthetics industry, with analysis of emerging trends & products, with market data and key contacts,
Receive updated information on geosynthetic trends and topics
Get thousands of key contacts in managerial and operational roles by the click of a button!
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• 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™)
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GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
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GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2021 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:  * Allowable Leakage Rates * BGM * Bituminous Geomembranes * CESI * Comanco * ExcelPlas * FGI * GCCM * GEOANZ * Geofabrics * GeoVent® * Global Synthetics * HaTelit® * Huesker * Jorg Kompmaker * JP Giroud * Ian Peggs * InterAx® * ITL Liner® * NAUE * Propex * TENEO * Teranap® * Tensar * Tiltex®

INDUSTRY NEWS

Bituminous Geomembrane with Integrated Seam Control System
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/4z3ZcIXB2r1S4fz#pdfviewer

Electric Welding of Bituminous Geomembrane Now Possible
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/jVhHOgH9axuDmyo#pdfviewer​

Evidence Revealed – Dr. Ian Peggs and JP Giroud Testimony on Geomembrane Liner Failure in Piney Point Lawsuit
https://thebradentontimes.com/piney-point-lawsuit-documents-call-simple-narrative-into-question-p22775-158.htm

Netherlands Using GCLs to Prevent Possible Dyke Failures Due to ‘Piping’
https://www.naue.com/successful-dyke-improvement-while-saving-resources-time-and-money/

CESI Paper on Italian Dams Awarded by the Geotextiles & Geomembranes Journal
https://www.cesi.it/news/2021/cesi-paper-on-italian-dams-awarded-by-the-geotextiles-geomembranes-journal/

Geomembrane Failure in Groveland CSD (GCSD) Reservoir 1 WWTP Pond One Liner Replacement Project
https://ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2021110358

FGI Creates 3-Part Video Podcast Series on Reinforced Geomembranes
https://www.fabricatedgeomembrane.com/resources/video-podcasts

FGI Webinar: Live Panel Discussion on Allowable Leakage Rates (8^th December 2021)
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5721719289276535823

Asphalt Road Rehabilitation in Record Time with HaTelit® Geogrid in Australia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvR8EdsFkpo

Economic and Ecological Benefits of Using Geocomposites in Railway Structures – ACIGS – October 2021 Recorded Webinar – Jorg Kompmaker
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRTsGijxbIM

Global Synthetics Becomes Gold Sponsor for the GEOANZ Conference
https://globalsynthetics.com.au/global-synthetics-proud-to-be-gold-sponsors-for-the-geoanz-conference/

Comanco Installs 1.5 mm HDPE Geomembrane Methane Gas Management System with GeoVent Strips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctI_N2-VgIk

Propex Stabilizes River Banks with Geosynthetics Systems
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/11/18/propex-stabilizes-the-des-moines-river-with-geosynthetics-systems/

UPCOMING WEBINARS

AGIGS Webinar – ‘Geosynthetics in Gas Harvesting and Renewable Energy’ by Graham Fairhead (25^th November 2021)
https://www.acigs.org/events/geosynthetics-gas-harvesting-and-renewable-energy

FGI Webinar: Live Panel Discussion on Allowable Leakage Rates (8^th December 2021)
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5721719289276535823

Global Synthetics Webinar – ‘Designing with Coated GCLs’ (9^th December 2021)
https://globalsynthetics.com.au/event/november-webinar-designing-with-coated-gcls/

NEW PAPERS

Sustainable Solutions with Geosynthetics and Alternative Construction Materials—A Review [PDF]
https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/22/12756/pdf

GCLs

Statistical Analysis of Error in Peel Strength Measurement for GCL Rolls
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shahin-Ghazizadeh/publication/356190642-Statistical-analysis-of-error-in-peel-strength-measurement-for-eosynthetics-lay-liner-rolls/links/6190914c3068c54fa5e19c00/Statistical-analysis-of-error-in-peel-strength-measurement-for-geosynthetics-clay-liner-rolls.pdf

Netherlands Using GCLs to Prevent Possible Dyke Failures Due to ‘Piping’
https://www.naue.com/successful-dyke-improvement-while-saving-resources-time-and-money/

GCCMs

New USA Supplier Listings for GCCM Geosynthetic Concrete Geocomposite Rolls (Concrete in a Roll)
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/iJrqCjIlIcyQt8J#pdfviewer

Pathway to Development of Smart GCCMs Using Sand, Cement and Carbon Nanotubes
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666691X2100052X

GEOGRIDS

Asphalt Road Rehabilitation in Record Time with HaTelit® Geogrid in Australia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvR8EdsFkpo

Installation Video of Tensar InterAx™ Geogrids
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERiO39bx8yo

Effect of Geogrid Reinforcement on High-Strength Concrete T-Beams Under Pure Torsion
https://aip.scitation.org/doi/pdf/10.1063/5.0065390

Construction and Performance Evaluation of Large Stone Subbase (LSSB) Layers with Geosynthetics
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2214391221001847

NEW JOBS

Seeking Geosynthetics Estimator
https://www.seek.com.au/job/55032967?type=standard

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

How to Get Noticed by More Than 48,000 People in the Geosynthetic Space Across the Globe
GNA reaches over 40,000 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

Why Read GNA?
Understand what is happening in the geosynthetics industry, with analysis of emerging trends & products, with market data and key contacts,
Receive updated information on geosynthetic trends and topics
Get thousands of key contacts in managerial and operational roles by the click of a button!
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) 2021 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.