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NMMA moves headquarters to Washington, D.C.
August 28th, 2023
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), a trade association representing the North American recreational boating industry and 1,300 member companies, has relocated its headquarters to Washington D.C. as the association continues to expand its advocacy work. The NMMA’s previous headquarters were in Chicago, Ill, which will continue to serve as a strategic hub for key […]
Augmented geotextiles: A new frontier in selective removal of chemicals from aqueous solutions
August 28th, 2023
With increasing environmental concerns over water pollution and the need for sustainable water management, the development of advanced filtration technologies has become a priority. Augmented geotextiles are an emerging type of functionalized filter media (FFM) and represent a ground-breaking innovation in the field of geotextiles. These novel materials are based on conventional polyethylene terephthalate (PET) […]
Presto Geosystems webinar – Improving Infrastructure Resilience – Sept. 12
August 26th, 2023
Presto Geosystems will present the webinar – Improving Infrastructure Resilience: Permanent Stabilization Solutions for Better Roads, Highways and Bridges with the GEOWEB Geocells - on September 12, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 12 noon CDT. The presenter is José Pablo George, M.S., CPESC-IT, international business manager. Students can earn 1.0 PDH credit and you can […]
Fasnap makes leadership changes
August 25th, 2023
Fasnap Corporation, which has been serving the industrial fastener industry for more than 40 years, announced changes in management positions at several levels of its corporate office in Elkhart, Ind. Jeff Kendell, a key salesman for Fasnap for more than 20 years, will assume the role of president and CEO. Kendell graduated with an MBA […]
Geofabrics enhances manufacturing capabilities with support from Ridat
August 25th, 2023
UK-based thermoforming equipment manufacturer Ridat has supplied Geofabrics with a Model 8040AVF Vacuum Forming Machine with Duplex Heater, after being tasked with supporting the company in increasing its production capacity. The 8040AVF has been designed for consistent production of all commonly used thermoformable material of up to 12mm thickness. It provides an automatic vacuum forming […]
Philip Brown to receive 2023 AATCC Olney Medal
August 24th, 2023
AATCC is proud to announce the 2023 recipient of the Olney Medal, Philip J. Brown, Swetenburg Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Clemson University. He is being recognized for his prolific work with fiber materials, including spinning and the production of deep groove capillary surface channeled fibers; fabrication of polymeric photonic […]
InTENTional Systems evolves the tent rental industry
August 24th, 2023
A 60-by-75-foot E!Span clearspan structure from Eureka! incorporates clear tops and gables, creating a spectacular setting for high-end social events, such as this function at a country club. Photo by J Johnson Photo and courtesy of Classic Events & Parties and Ultimate Events. InTENTional Systems makes a big splash in the rental market by absorbing […]
MARAD designates two new marine highway routes
August 24th, 2023
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has designated two new Marine Highway Routes, as part of the U.S. Marine Highway Program (MHP). The newly designated M-11 and the M-79 routes will help speed up the movement of goods, strengthen supply chains and support local economies in Alaska, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. These designations allow any eligible […]
WOCA 2024 abstracts submission site open
August 24th, 2023
The World of Coal Ash (WOCA) is the biggest and best meeting in coal ash because of its oral presentation program. With talks and sessions covering all topics and subject matters in the industry, WOCA is the place to learn and share. Those interested in submitting an abstract can do so via the WOCA 2024 […]
DFI Educational Trust awards Women in Deep Foundations Professional Development Grants
August 24th, 2023
DFI Educational Trust has awarded five Women in Deep Foundations (WiDF) Professional Development Grants of $1,750 each to women working in the deep foundations industry. The grants will be presented during the annual conference at the Women in Deep Foundations (WiDF) 7th annual networking event on Tuesday, October 31, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. […]