October 2021 Vol. 6

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


NEWSMAKERS: * Axter * BGM * Coletanche™ * Demtech * EuroBent * ExcelPlas * GCCM * Geocomposite * Huesker * Jaybro * LMI Group Investments * Maccaferri * Polyfabrics * Sandmatte™ * Solmax * Tailings Ponds * Tensar * Tiltex®

INDUSTRY NEWS

Webinar Tomorrow (Don’t Miss it !). MACCAFERRI Webinar on “Erosion Control: Tested Geosynthetic Solutions to Boost Vegetation Growth” (28th October 2021)
https://www.maccaferri.com/erosion-control-webinar/

Coletanche Publish October 2021 Update on Some of Their Extreme and Demanding Coletanche BGM Projects in Australia
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/3jJQZNfVEQq3pxb#pdfviewer​

New Patent “Methods and Systems for Thermal Protection of Landfills” Focuses on Thermal Protection of Geosynthetics and Clay Caps in Landfills
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/ZvukTshxxGRJTIT#pdfviewer​

Introducing Sandmatte® – EuroBent Pioneers New Geocomposite Based on Sand Sandwiched Between Geotextiles
https://www.eurobent.com/sites/default/files/pliki/Sand-mat/technical-data-sheet-eurobent-sandmatte-4700-300-eng.pdf
https://www.eurobent.com/en/offer/sandmatte.html

Solmax Pioneering Possibilities – New Video Productions Showcasing Solmax’s Poineering Engineering Solutions
https://www.solmax.com/en/about/about-solmax

Demtech Showcase New Extrusion Welder for Geomembranes with Proprietary Temperature Control Software
https://www.demtech.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/PRO-XME_flyer.pdf

Specifications for PP Pond Liners for Fishery Hatchery Ponds
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/generalservices/documents/cpo/itb-updates/32801-12021/32801-12021_Specifications.pdf

GEOTEXTILES

Comparative Study of Various Flexible Facing Materials for Soil Nailed Slopes [PDF]
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214785321062209

Slotted Tube Overlay Geotextile in Tailing Pond Radial Seepage Test Model and Analysis of the Permeation Characteristics
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/geofluids/2021/4589533/

Preparation and Characterization of an Electromagnetic Composite Polypyrrole/Polyethylene Short Filament Geotextiles
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/00405175211053396

GCLs

How the Solid/Liquid Ratio Affects the Cation Exchange Process and Porosity in the Case of Dioctahedral Smectite in Geosynthetic Clay Liners
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ast/2021/9732092/

GCCMs

Good Practice and Lessons Learned in Promoting Vetiver as Solution for Slope Stabilisation and Erosion Control in Thailand
http://www.cusri.chula.ac.th/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/%E0%B8%A2%E0%B8%9A.pdf

GEOGRIDS

Evaluation of Optimal Design Parameters of the Geogrid Reinforced Foundation with Wraparound Ends Using Adaptive FEM
https://www.springerprofessional.de/en/evaluation-of-optimal-design-parameters-of-the-geogrid-reinforce/19783330

Geogrid Subgrade Soil Stabilisation from Polyfabrics
https://www.spec-net.com.au/press/1021/pol_201021/Geogrid-Subgrade-Soil-Stabilisation-from-Polyfabrics

Analysis of Layered Geogrids–Sand–Clay Reinforced Structures under Triaxial Compression by Discrete Element Method [PDF]
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/21/9952/pdf

GEODRAINS

Performance Comparison of Geodrain Drainage and Gravel Drainage Layers Embedded in a Horizontal Plane [PDF]
https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/14/21/6321/pdf

JOBS

Huesker Seeking Technical Sales Representative – Roads & Pavements – VIC & SA & TAS
https://grabjobs.co/australia/job/full-time/sales-business-development/technical-sales-representative-roads-pavements-vic-sa-tas-6344873

LMI Group Investments Seeking Geomembrane Welders for VIC and NSW
https://au.linkedin.com/jobs/view/civil-engineering-technician-at-jobs-on-jobactive-2772291313


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT……….

Hawaii Government Approves and Orders Tiltex® GCCM for Highway Roadside Drainage and Erosion Control
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/b40cyQFJbUNl4Ra#pdfviewer​

Genap BV Finishes Final Capping on One of the Largest Landfills (56ha) in The Netherlands with GSE/Solmax Geomembranes
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/UVpSJSzVaULSfrK#pdfviewer

Announcing The Only GCCM Manufacturer to Achieve CE European Quality Assurance Certification
https://www.tiltexaustralia.com.au/3rd-party-testing

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING
How to Get Noticed by More Than 40,000 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/

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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.

October 2021 Vol. 5

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


NEWSMAKERS:  * CCR * ExcelPlas * GCCM * Geocells * Genap * Global Synthetics * GSE * GSI * Hawaii * Hydrotex™ * IGS * Jaybro * Pyrawall™ * RITMO * Scourlok™ * SKAPS * Solmax * Synthetex * TenCate * Tensar * Tiltex®

INDUSTRY NEWS

Hawaii Government Approves and Orders Tiltex® GCCM for Highway Roadside Drainage and Erosion Control
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/b40cyQFJbUNl4Ra#pdfviewer​

Genap BV Finishes Final Capping on One of the Largest Landfills (56ha) in The Netherlands with GSE/Solmax Geomembranes
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/UVpSJSzVaULSfrK#pdfviewer

Announcing The Only GCCM Manufacturer to Achieve CE European Quality Assurance Certification
https://www.tiltexaustralia.com.au/3rd-party-testing

TenCate Grass Prices Half Billion AUD$ (€315M) ESG Buyout Term Loan
https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/tencate-grass-prices-8364-315m-esg-buyout-term-loan-b-terms-67202633

SKAPS And Prashant Group Partnership Committed To Strong Growth In Geotextiles Industry (Special Feature)
https://skaps.com/skaps_prashantgroup_success_story/

RITMO Debuts a New Standard in Geomembrane Extrusion Welding for Detailed Designs (New Products)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsvtTilYRzc

Synthetex Expand the Hydrotex™ Range of Geosynthetic-Formed Concrete Erosion Control Mattress (GFCECM)
https://synthetex.com/hydrotex/

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Latest Technology to Prevent Mud Pumping Failure in Railway Tracks and the Application of Geosynthetics to Reduce the Fluidisation Potential of Soft Soils (October 28, 2021)
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eJPv6E0fQVijsUzi2PPWow

Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) Sponsor a Webinar, “Geotextile Filters: Concerns and Issues,” (November 10, 2021)
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/20/gsi-to-host-webinar-on-geotextile-filters-3/

Use of Geomembranes in CCR Landfills and Impoundments (November 12, 2021)
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/839662262067387407

Webinar Q & A Transcript: Scourlok™ and Pyrawall™ Engineered Bank Stabilisation (Available Now)
https://globalsynthetics.com.au/webinar-q-a-transcript-scourlok-and-pyrawall-engineered-bank-stabilisation/

GCCMs

Jaybro Debuts Tiltex 40MPa GCCM Concrete Fabric for Geosynthetic Solutions
https://www.jaybro.com.au/productpdf/download/file/id/87197/name/Tiltex-Geotextile-2C-Composite-40mpa-Concrete-Fabric.pdf/

Announcing The Only GCCM Manufacturer to Achieve CE European Quality Assurance Certification
https://www.tiltexaustralia.com.au/3rd-party-testing

GEOTEXTILE TUBES

Geotextile Tube Erosion-Control Strategy Comes Under Fire
https://www.ack.net/stories/town-erosion-control-strategy-comes-under-fire,26424?

Beneficial Use of Material Bringing Dredging Back with 60 metre Long Geotextile Bags
The $6.3 million state project will create a channel at least 6 feet deep at low tide out to the Intracoastal Waterway and about 70,000 cubic yards of material will be put into 200 foot long geotextile bags to dewater it.
https://pressofatlanticcity.com/opinion/editorial/beneficial-use-of-material-bringing-dredging-back/article-8e9105d4-3033-11ec-b1c0-db566803a4e1.html

TenCate Geotube® Dewatering Technology
https://www.constrofacilitator.com/tencate-geotube-dewatering-technology/

GEOGRIDS

Effects of Geosynthetic Reinforcement on Tailings Accumulation Dams [PDF]
https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/13/21/2986/pdf

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT………….

HUESKER Launches Highly-Anticipated Tektoseal® Active PFAS Active Geosynthetic Barriers, the Latest Addition to Highly Effective Suite of Active Barrier Solutions
https://www.huesker.com.au/geosynthetics/products/composites/tektoseal-active-pfas/

Tensar Granted US Patent for Multi-Axial Geogrid with High Aspect Ratio Ribs
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11149386.pdf

JOBS

Tensar International Hiring Design Engineer for Geogrids
https://uk.linkedin.com/jobs/view/design-engineer-at-tensar-international-corporation-2765629215

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING
How to Get Noticed by More Than 40,000 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/

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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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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.

October 2021 Vol. 4

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


NEWSMAKERS:  * CETCO * ExcelPlas * Fluoro-Sorb™ * Geocells * Geofabrics * Huesker * Ian Fraser * IGS * Maccaferri * Minerals Tech * MSE * PFAS * Prof. Sanjay Shukla * SorbSeal® * Tektoseal® * TenCate * Tensar * Tiltex®

INDUSTRY NEWS

HUESKER Launches Highly Anticipated Tektoseal® Active PFAS Active Geosynthetic Barriers, the Latest Addition to Highly Effective Suite of Active Barrier Solutions
https://www.huesker.com.au/geosynthetics/products/composites/tektoseal-active-pfas/

‘Achieving Sustainable Ground Infrastructures with Geosynthetics’ by Australian Geosynthetics Expert Prof. Sanjay Shukla
https://www.icevirtuallibrary.com/page/ice-news/169-achieving-sustainable-ground-infrastructure-with-geosynthetics

Tencate Geosynthetics Linz Celebrates 50th Anniversary!
https://blog.tencategeo.eu/tencate-geosynthetics-linz-celebrates-50th-anniversary/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRLZejQhmp4

Tensar Granted US Patent for Multi-Axial Geogrid with High Aspect Ratio Ribs
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11149386.pdf

Huesker – Water Reservoir Construction with Geosynthetic Lining System (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NS9cInaPplg

Review of Geosynthetic Barrier Systems Used in Dams, Ponds, and Reservoirs [PDF]
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/eyFwjuUgl1S1uCp#pdfviewer​

Video Captures Landfill Explosion
https://www.itemfix.com/v?t=qckmcc

Contaminated Leachate Leak found at Prince Albert Landfill Due to Possible Liner Damage
https://www.iheartradio.ca/ctv-news-content/contaminated-liquid-leak-found-at-prince-albert-landfill-1.16312106

Geofabrics’ Recycled Geotextile Wins Global Sustainability Award
https://roadsonline.com.au/geofabrics-recycled-geotextile-wins-global-sustainability-award/

Meet the Editor of ICE Handbook of Geosynthetic Engineering
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WA0ANuQlkMw
https://www.icebookshop.com/Products/ICE-Handbook-of-Geosynthetic-Engineering-Geosynthe.aspx

Down to Earth: IGS Young Members: An Interview with Ian Fraser
https://www.geosyntheticssociety.org/down-to-earth-an-interview-with-ian-fraser/

UPCOMING WEBINARS

An Introduction to Mechanically-Stabilized Earth (MSE) Walls (‘Today’ 21st October, 2021)
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6186554317971623182

MACCAFERRI Announce Global Webinar “Erosion Control: Tested Geosynthetic Solutions to Boost Vegetation Growth” (28th October 2021)
https://www.maccaferri.com/erosion-control-webinar/

MINERALS TECH (CETCO) Announces Innovative Solutions for PFAS Treatment in Soil and Water Webinar Series (28th October 2021)
https://www.mineralstech.com/business-segments/performance-materials/cetco/environmental-products/products/fluoro-sorb/fluoro-sorb-webinar-registration

GCCMs

Tiltex Australia Publishes FAQS on GCCMs
https://www.tiltexaustralia.com.au/faqs

GCLs

Challenges and Solutions in Using Geosynthetic Clay Liners Exposed to Thermal Desiccation Risks [PDF]
https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jgssp/9/2/9_v09.cpeg026/_pdf/-char/ja

Membrane Behaviour of an Exhumed Geosynthetic Clay Liner – Preliminary Analysis [PDF]
https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jgssp/9/2/9_v09.cpeg063/_pdf/-char/ja

Hybrid Geosynthetic Clay Liners for Attenuation of PFAS in Landfill Leachates
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/01/hybrid-geosynthetic-clay-liners-for-attenuation/

GEOCELLS

Pros and Cons of Geocells in Road Construction
https://www.thomasnet.com/articles/plant-facility-equipment/geocells-in-road-construction/

GEOGRIDS

Numerical Study on the Reinforcement of Biaxial and Triaxial Geogrid Using the Pullout Test
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/19/9001/pdf

Tensar Granted US Patent for Multi-Axial Geogrid with High Aspect Ratio Ribs
https://www.freepatentsonline.com/11149386.pdf

GEOSYNTHETIC DIGITAL MARKETING

How to Get Noticed by More Than 40,000 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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Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
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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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GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
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GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
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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.

October 2021 Vol. 3

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


NEWSMAKERS: * ACE Geosynthetics * ACETube® * Carthage Mills * CETCO * Cirtex * COVID-19 * DUX * EverLiner™ * ExcelPlas * Fluoro-Sorb™ * Geofabrics * GEOTextile® Tube * Geotube® * GSE * IEC * Industrial and Environmental Concepts Inc. * Maccaferri * Minerals Tech * Mirafi® * PFAS * Raven * SorbSeal® * TCI * TenCate * TEXO MAT™ * Watershed Geosynthetics * Wrapotex

INDUSTRY PRESS RELEASES

MACCAFERRI Announce Global Webinar “Erosion Control: Tested Geosynthetic Solutions to Boost Vegetation Growth”
28th October 2021 | Four Sessions| English – Spanish – Italian
https://www.maccaferri.com/erosion-control-webinar/

MINERALS TECH (CETCO) Announces Innovative Solutions for PFAS Treatment in Soil and Water Webinar Series
https://www.mineralstech.com/business-segments/performance-materials/cetco/environmental-products/products/fluoro-sorb/fluoro-sorb-webinar-registration

INDUSTRY NEWS

GSE Environmental Settles $20M Lawsuit Out of Court for Landfill Liner Failure (Breaking News)
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/vVFVEgfKtZz2Kcf#pdfviewer​

Raven Share Price Hits All-Time High (Breaking News)
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/aze5XzGG6UjXbv4​

COVID19 – Impact on Geosynthetics Industry Due to Cost and Availability of Raw Materials
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paYZbjHCJiQ

Geofabrics Tops 10 Most Innovative Manufacturing Firms of 2021 (Breaking News)
https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/geofabrics-tops-10-most-innovative-manufacturing-firms-of-2021-20211006-p58xvj

9000 Solar Panels Installed on Landfill Cap Using Patented System from Watershed Geosynthetics (Breaking News)
https://www.bizjournals.com/rhodeisland/news/2021/10/13/community-solar-project-opens-at-former-cranston-l.html

Geosynthetics Prevent Floods and Protect Lives, Livelihoods and Property
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/14/geosynthetics-prevent-floods-and-protect-lives-livelihoods-and-property/

Consultants Detail Landfill Closure Issues to City Council
https://heraldcourier.com/news/local/consultants-detail-landfill-closure-issues-to-bristol-virginia-city-council/article-0aa31352-013f-5ced-bd4e-6bfb75e65cba.html

GEOMEMBRANES

Review of Geosynthetic Barrier Systems Used in Dams, Ponds, and Reservoirs
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41062-021-00632-8

Indian Company Develops New 7-Layer Reinforced Geomembrane Liner
https://wrapotex.com/product/texo-mat-550-pond-liner/

EverLiner™ – A Remarkable High-Temperature Geomembrane Liner
https://www.textilescoated.com/high-temperature-geomembrane-liners?gclid-EAIaIQobChMI6p3QzZ-Q8wIVw3wrCh3h0QN-vEAMYAyAAEgJOoPD-BwE

GEOTEXTILE TUBES

Bucao River Slope Geotube® Project (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYavqFXvae0

ACETube®-Cofferdam Reclamation Construction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1w0RVZ1cSc

Fate and Transport of Particle Matter During GEOTextile™ Tube Dewatering of a Dioxin and Furan (PCDD/F) Contaminated Sediment
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0266114421000996

GEOTEXTILES

Hardstand Construction using DUX W155 Geotextile
https://irp.cdn-website.com/e446b8c5/files/uploaded/Hardstand-20Construction-20using-20W155-20Woven-20Geotextile.pdf

GEOGRIDS

Reinforcement Effect Investigation of Geogrids in the Junction between New and Existing Subgrades in Highway Widening
https://www.astm.org/DIGITAL_LIBRARY/JOURNALS/TESTEVAL/PAGES/JTE20210223.htm

Design and Construction of a Very High Embankment Using Geosynthetic Reinforcement
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-77238-3-66

Geosynthetics in Arctic Roads
https://www.scientia.global/dr-marolo-alfaro-protecting-arctic-infrastructure-as-the-permafrost-degrades/

Cirtex Industry Training Webinars (Nov 2, 2021)
Slope stability solutions are required wherever an earthen slope is steeper than its naturally stable condition. In this webinar, we will look at both geogrid reinforced slope stability for steepened facings infill conditions, and also percussion-driven earth anchors for steepened slopes in cut conditions.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cC0a_CebRSKSJ4gxtov9OA

Effective Length Prediction and Pullout Design of Geosynthetic Strips Based on Pullout Resistance
https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/14/20/6151/pdf

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Sotrafa Geosynthetics Preview New HDPE Geomembrane Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI50ShqbxLI

Geosynthetic Solutions to Improve Safety in Mining Applications
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/06/geosynthetic-solutions-to-improve-safety-in-mining-applications/

ExcelPlas Expands Geosynthetic Testing in Australia with a New State-of-the-Art Laboratory in Highett (VIC)
https://www.excelplas.com/

New Anchorage and Connection Strength Tests for Geosynthetics
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/01/new-anchorage-and-connection-strength-tests-for-geosynthetics/

The Technical and Performance Advantages of a Coated GCL
https://globalsynthetics.com.au/the-advantages-of-bentofix-x/

FLOATING COVERS

Recorded Webinar – Industry Best Practices for Floating Cover Systems
https://www.fabricatedgeomembrane.com/pdh-webinars/industry-best-practices-for-floating-cover-systems

Presentation PDF – Industry Best Practices for Floating Cover Systems
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UPCOMING WEBINARS

Managing Legal Risk: A Geotechnical and Geosynthetic Perspective (12th October 2021)
https://www.ice.org.uk/events/manage-legal-risk-geotechnical-geosynthetic-london

An Introduction to Mechanically-Stabilized Earth (MSE) Walls (21st October, 2021)
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6186554317971623182

GEOMEMBRANES

Study of Strain Development in HDPE Geomembrane Liner System in Landfills Using a New Model for Municipal Solid Waste
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S026611442100100X

GEOTEXTILES

Influence of Physical Clogging on Filtration Performance of Soil-Geotextile Interaction
https://www.icevirtuallibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1680/jgein.21.00033

Triaxial Behaviour of Geotextile Reinforced Sand
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/17486025.2021.1986235?journalCode=tgeo20

GCLS

Using Bentonite-Polymer Composite GCLs to Contain CCR Leachates
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/01/using-bentonite-polymer-composite-geosynthetic-clay-liners-to-contain-ccr-leachates/

TECHNICAL CORNIER: Residual Strength of a Geosynthetic Clay Liner
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/01/residual-strength-of-a-geosynthetic-clay-liner/

Impact of Real and Simulated MSW Leachates on the Hydraulic and Swelling Behaviour of Bentonites for Landfill Application
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10661-021-09510-3

GEOGRIDS

Next-Generation InterAx NX850 Geogrid Installed Under a Paved Road
https://geosyntheticsmagazine.com/2021/10/01/next-generation-geogrid-installed-under-a-paved-road/

Evaluation of the Performance of Cold In-Place Recycled Base Layer Supported with Geogrid
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-46455-4_106

A Review of Sand–Clay Mixture and Soil–Structure Interface Direct Shear Test
https://www.mdpi.com/2673-7094/1/2/14/pdf

IGS NEWS

A Regional Powerhouse is set to Launch This Month with the Creation of a Brand New ‘IGS Nordics’ Chapter
https://www.geosyntheticssociety.org/new-igs-nordics-chapter/

ACIGS NEWS

ACIGS – Register for Our October Webinar – Presented by Jorg Klompmaker (19th October 2021)
https://www.acigs.org/events/economic-and-ecological-benefit-using-geocomposites-railway-structures

ACIGS – Renew Your Membership for 2021 or Join Today
https://www.acigs.org/memberships/benefits

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT……

Geofabrics Australasia announces acquisition of Plascorp Group
https://roadsonline.com.au/geofabrics-australasia-announces-acquisition-of-plascorp-group/

 


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• 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!
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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]
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