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The rise of BGMs: A decade of transformation in the geomembrane industry
November 13th, 2023
A decade ago, bituminous geomembranes (BGMs) were a relatively unknown player in the landfill and mining industries. Fast forward to the present day, and BGMs have emerged as a significant disruptor, posing a formidable challenge to traditional high-density polyethylene (HDPE) geomembrane manufacturers. The industry landscape has shifted dramatically, with BGMs steadily gaining market share and […]
FGI webinar – GRI GM 34 Standard Specification: PVC-Ethylene Interpolymer Alloy Geomembranes (EIA=PVC+KEE) – Nov. 16
November 10th, 2023
The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) is presenting the webinar - GRI GM 34 Standard Specification: PVC-Ethylene Interpolymer Alloy Geomembranes (EIA=PVC+KEE) – on November 16, 2023 at noon CST. The presenter is George R. Koerner, Ph.D., P.E. & CQA, it is free to industry professionals and students, a 1.0 PDH is available, and you can register […]
AASHTO CRUO awards recognize member achievements
November 10th, 2023
The Committee on Right of Way, Utilities and Outdoor Advertising Control – known as CRUO – recently presented several awards in recognition of their work to develop innovative programs to address highway issues. Pictured, left to right: Nancy Daubenberger, Jennifer McCleve, and CRUO vice chair Drew Gilmore. Photo courtesy of AASHTO. The American Association of State Highway […]
2022 U.S. recreational boat and marine engine exports and imports report available
November 9th, 2023
The Recreational Boat and Marine Engine Exports and Imports section of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) 2022 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is now available. This report examines historical and recent trade data on different categories of recreational boats and marine engines imported to and exported from the U.S. each year. The trade dynamics […]
Core & Main acquiring Enviroscape
November 9th, 2023
Core & Main Inc., a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of Enviroscape ECM, Ltd. and three affiliated entities (collectively, “Enviroscape”), a provider of geosynthetics and erosion control products located in Ohio. “Enviroscape is an exceptional company whose specialty […]
Glamping tents fabric market to reach $1.9 billion
November 8th, 2023
Glamping Lodges Canonici di San Marco, located in the town of Mirano just outside of Venice, Italy, are located on 15,000 square meters of parkland. Glampinghub.com writes: “The decor of this glamping site combines natural materials such as iron, wood and stone, connecting guests with the past, present and future.” Tents and photo: Exclusive Tents […]
How geomembranes help to improve water quality, lower costs and increase efficiencies in wastewater treatment
November 8th, 2023
By Felon Wilson Part 1: Wastewater Industry in North America “We still think of air as free. But clean air is not free, and neither is clean water. The price tag on pollution control is high. Through our years of past carelessness, we incurred a debt to nature, and now that debt is being called.”– […]
Lenzing, Södra win ITMF award for textile recycling
November 7th, 2023
Södra OnceMore® technology creates cellulose pulp from postconsumer white goods. Photo: Södra Cell Bioproducts. The Lenzing Group, supplier of specialty fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, and the Swedish pulp producer Södra have received the ITMF Award 2023 in the category “International Cooperation” for their joint achievements in textile recycling and circular economy. The […]
Trivantage launches new membership program
November 7th, 2023
Trivantage has launched Trivantage Plus™, a new customer membership program that offers unique membership advantages that are aligned with the company’s core customer benefits, including a best-in-class experience and hassle-free ordering. “We’ve always been committed to our customers’ satisfaction and success, and now we’re doubling down on that commitment,” says Bret Kelley, vice president of […]
Port infrastructure projects receive funds
November 7th, 2023
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has issued over $653 million to 41 port improvement projects nationwide via its Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP). MARAD noted that the PIDP seeks to improve port and related freight infrastructure to meet the nation’s cargo transportation needs. The program provides planning support, capital funding, and project management assistance to […]