How durable are GEOTUBE units in engineering projects?

An analysis of the durability and performance of GEOTUBE units used in a project in Vietnam. Supplied in 2014, these tubes have undergone rigorous testing and periodic evaluations, demonstrating their resilience and minimal degradation after nine years of exposure.

Do geosynthetic clay liners require prehydration?

Gain insights on geosynthetic clay liner prehydration, conditions requiring prehydration, and studies supporting optimal GCL performance.

What are the key considerations in designing reinforced soil slopes?

A technical overview of reinforced soil slopes (RSS) in geotechnical engineering, focusing on design, erosion control, and innovative materials for slope stability.

How to combine engineered earth armoring with greywater treatment

Resilient water management by combining greywater recycling with engineered earth armoring for irrigation, erosion control, and increased property value.

How geosynthetics enhance agricultural productivity in arid regions

How to optimize dewatering processes with GEOTUBE technology: A comprehensive guide

GEOTUBE dewatering containers are used for sludge management across various industries, highlighting design, deployment, and best practices.

How to enhance mining operations with GEOTUBE dewatering systems

How to use GEOTUBE for efficient mine and mineral slurry dewatering. Enhance operational efficiency and safety in mining with proven technology.

How GEOTUBE dewatering technology helped to restore a river’s ecology

The demolition of dams on La Sélune River in Normandy, France, and the use GEOTUBE dewatering containers restored ecology and biodiversity in the river.

The impact of GEOTUBE systems in dewatering mining and mineral process waste

GEOTUBE systems enhance mining waste management with high capacity, versatile applications, and cost-effective solutions.

6 Steps for closing sludge ponds using geotextile reinforcement

Learn how to effectively close sludge ponds using geotextile reinforcement with our step-by-step guide, ensuring environmental safety and compliance.

How to attach and terminate geomembranes on a concrete structure

Learn how to securely attach and terminate geomembranes on concrete structures, ensuring leak resistance and durability.

How geosynthetics optimize waste management in landfills

Geosynthetics play an important role in optimizing waste management practices, especially in landfills.

Top 10 critical properties of prefabricated vertical drains

Explore how Prefabricated Vertical Drains (PVDs) offer a solution to excessive settlement in infrastructure, enhancing soil consolidation and stability.

How can geosynthetics help energy transition?

Geosynthetics accelerate agricultural outputs and improve resilience by optimizing water management through enhanced irrigation efficiency and providing structural stability to agricultural infrastructures like dams and reservoirs.

How can geosynthetics accelerate agriculture outputs and improve resilience?

Geosynthetics accelerate agricultural outputs and improve resilience by optimizing water management through enhanced irrigation efficiency and providing structural stability to agricultural infrastructures like dams and reservoirs.

Geosynthetics – the innovation gaps and opportunities

Solmax identifies innovation opportunities in geosynthetics, aiming to advance industry standards through ecological focus and technological integration, ensuring sustainable development and enhanced performance.

An important step towards a circular economy

Solmax advances a circular economy by recycling production waste into high-quality nonwovens, utilizing cutting-edge technology for sustainable material reuse.

Why your choice of rod for extrusion welding matters

The effectiveness of extrusion welding hinges on selecting welding rods that are compatible with geomembrane materials, ensuring robust and durable seams.

How to perform proper quality management on geomembranes

Proper quality management of geomembranes involves both Construction Quality Control and Assurance, focusing on comprehensive testing and regular inspections to ensure durability and functionality.

How to prevent toe leakage in flexible vertical barrier walls

Toe leakage in flexible vertical barrier walls is prevented by embedding HDPE geomembranes in impermeable bedrock and using specialized sealants in grouting processes for enhanced impermeability and durability.

How do you select geosynthetics for biogas containment systems?

Geosynthetics such as HDPE geomembranes are selected for biogas containment based on UV resistance, durability, and mechanical strength.

How GEOTUBE is used in the dewatering of mine and mineral slurries

GEOTUBE technology is used effectively for dewatering mining and mineral slurries, providing improved dryness and operational efficiency.

Flexible lining materials in channels and slopes 

Flexible lining materials stabilize channels and slopes, providing effective erosion control and structural reinforcement. Explore their benefits and applications, and their importance in environmental management and infrastructure stability.

How do you know which textured geomembrane to select?

Selecting the right textured geomembrane involves understanding the specific application needs such as interface friction with soil or other materials, which dictate whether a smooth or textured surface is more suitable.

Sludge pond closure using geotextile reinforcement

Closing sludge ponds effectively involves using geotextile reinforcement to handle the low bearing capacity of sludge, ensuring structural stability and environmental safety. This method includes detailed site assessments and custom engineering solutions.

Development of sustainable and high-quality construction design

Sustainable, high-quality construction designs incorporate geosynthetics to reduce CO2 emissions and microplastic waste, using innovative materials that conserve non-renewable resources and enhance the durability of structures.

How to get GEOTUBE dewatering right

GEOTUBE dewatering effectiveness hinges on proper design and application, including choosing the correct tube size and polymer dosing tailored to the slurry type, ensuring efficient, large-scale waste management in various industries.

How to engineer a gravity wall system

Engineering a gravity wall system involves using the weight of materials like rock-filled gabions or concrete blocks to counteract earth pressures, with design options including vegetated facades and innovative materials for enhanced stability.

How to stablize transportation infrastructure with minimal carbon impact

Innovative techniques, such as the use of PROPEX Armormax, stabilize transportation infrastructure with minimal carbon emissions, improving slope stability and safety while promoting environmental sustainability.

Understanding typical values, MARV and minimum values

Typical values, Minimum Average Roll Values, and minimum values ensure material consistency and meeting design specifications for quality control in how geosynthetics are tested and verified against industry standards.

How dry is too dry in sludge dewatering?

Effective sludge dewatering balances dryness with operational needs, considering slurry characteristics, tube design, polymer effects, and climate, ensuring efficient processing and handling.

How to test geotextile tensile strength

The tensile strength of geotextiles is evaluated using three ASTM-designated tests: grab tensile test, wide-width tensile test, and tension creep tests, providing crucial data for product quality and application suitability.

How to combine systems for optimal performance

The integration of PROPEX Scourlok at the slope's base and PROPEX Armormax above maximizes erosion control in vulnerable areas, ensuring long-term stability and vegetative growth for effective landscape management.

Stabilizing the eroding Monogahela riverbank

The Monogahela riverbank is stabilized using PROPEX Armormax and B2 anchors to prevent slope failures, enhancing the safety and resilience of adjacent industrial facilities and infrastructure.

A focus on sustainability - interview with Jürgen Gruber, Director of Marketing and Sales

Jürgen Gruber discusses the company's sustainability-focused practices and strategies, highlighting their alignment with Europe's environmental goals and ongoing efforts to innovate eco-friendly solutions in the geosynthetics industry.

How resilient flood mitigation protects the Louisiana levee system

Louisiana's levee system is protected by resilient flood mitigation strategies, such as the PROPEX Armormax system, which reinforces levees against storm surges and reduces the risk of breaches, proven effective during hurricanes like Ida.

How the I-65 was rehabilitated with a sustainable paving interlayer

Interstate 65 was rehabilitated with Petromat^® Enviro™, a sustainable paving interlayer, which improved road longevity and moisture barrier integrity, and is fully recyclable, supporting Indiana DOT’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure practices.

How to securely connect PROPEX Pyramat with traditional engineering solutions

PROPEX Pyramat can be effectively combined with traditional engineering solutions such as concrete, rock riprap, and gabions using specialized connection techniques that ensure stability and durability in various installation scenarios.

Long-term solutions for climate change resilience

Long-term climate resilience is being bolstered by integrating sustainable infrastructure and utilizing federal grants for mitigation projects that focus on enhancing protection against natural disasters and adapting to climate changes.

Reducing carbon footprint in marine structures

Modern marine structures are reducing their carbon footprint by using GEOTUBE technology and comprehensive lifecycle assessments, enabling more sustainable construction practices and environmental conservation.

Is a GCL with granular bentonite really better than one with powder?

Is granular bentonite more effective than powdered bentonite in geosynthetic clay liners, considering water retention, permeability, and environmental conditions such as temperature, which influence their performance in landfill barriers.

How to estimate erosion control material quantities for slopes and channels

Proper estimation of erosion control materials like blankets and mats for slopes and channels is crucial to avoid underestimation that leads to project delays and increased costs. The approach includes accounting for 3D measurements, overlaps, and wastage

How to drive earth anchors in adverse conditions

Successful installation of earth anchors in adverse conditions involves choosing the right anchor type and size for specific soil characteristics, such as frozen or rocky terrains, ensuring both safety and effectiveness.

How to enhance road longevity with MIRAGRID® asphalt interlayers 

MIRAGRID asphalt interlayers significantly extend road service life by enhancing crack resistance and reducing maintenance needs, leveraging innovative geocomposite technology for durable road construction.

How new age landfills are built

New age landfills are constructed with advanced engineering that optimizes space while ensuring environmental protection and public health safety, incorporating features like barriers for groundwater protection and systems for efficient waste management.

How to install Engineered Earth Anchors in shallow depth installations

The installation of engineered earth anchors in shallow depths involves using specific tools like hydraulic drills and ensuring correct drive steel insertion for effective ground stabilization and erosion control.

How to decode “or equal” in a bid specification

Or equal" clauses in bid specifications allow bidders to propose alternatives to specified products, ensuring competitive bidding and suitable substitutions based on agency-approved equivalency in character, quality, and performance.

How to achieve sustainable dewatering with GEOTUBE

GEOTUBE technology supports sustainable dewatering by reducing energy needs and enhancing water purification, catering to various projects with customized, environmentally-friendly approaches.

GEOTUBE systems come of age for mining and mineral process waste

GEOTUBE systems now handle larger dewatering projects in the mining sector, increasing capacity, versatility, and cost-effectiveness while adapting to market demands and technological advancements.

How can textured geomembranes be used in waste landfill designs

Textured geomembranes enhance landfill design by improving slope stability and interface shear strength.