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NanoXplore unveils large-scale dry process for manufacturing of graphene: An improvement for cost competitiveness and scalability for geosynthetics
December 4th, 2023
NanoXplore Inc., a world-leading graphene company, announces an interesting achievement in graphite exfoliation with the successful development of a novel dry graphene manufacturing process. With granted patents already secured, this proprietary technology boosts some key physical properties in polymers by 20% compared to existing products for applications with over 20-year longevity requirements. The technology finds potential […]
NatureWorks appoints Erik Ripple president, CEO
December 1st, 2023
NatureWorks, a manufacturer of polylactic acid (PLA) biopolymers made from renewable resources, announced the appointment of Erik Ripple as the company’s new president and CEO Ripple will succeed interim president and CEO, Jill Zullo, who has served in the role since March 2023 when former CEO, Rich Altice, retired from NatureWorks. Ripple comes to NatureWorks […]
Webinar – Beneath the Surface: Exploring Underground Stormwater Detention Material Options – Dec. 7
December 1st, 2023
Contech Engineered Solutions presents the webinar – Beneath the Surface: Exploring Underground Stormwater Detention Material Options – on December 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. EST. Participants earn 1 Professional Development Hour (PDH) and you can register here. The choice of materials directly affects the performance, longevity, and costs of stormwater detention systems. A thorough understanding […]
Arizona DOT office wins four top awards from AASHTO
December 1st, 2023
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Office of Communications and Public Involvement has won four top awards from an organization representing state transportation agencies across the country. ADOT took home the honors during the recent annual meeting of TransComm, the communications committee for the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the national […]