IFAI is now ATA
New standard will support measuring quality of cement in geosynthetic composite mats
June 28th, 2020
A new ASTM International standard will aid engineers and specifiers looking to understand the quality and strength of cement contained in geosynthetic cementitious composite mats (GCCMs). ASTM’s geosynthetics committee developed the new standard, which is needed to allow for a consistent industry method for the application of compression strength in GCCMs. GCCMs are flexible, concrete-impregnated […]
GSI to host webinar on UV resistance of geosynthetics
June 27th, 2020
The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) will sponsor a webinar, “Ultraviolet (UV) Resistance of Geosynthetics,” on July 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) member companies and their employees receive discounted rates on all GSI webinar and short course registrations. Geosynthetics are polymeric products used to solve civil engineering challenges, typically belowground. […]
StormCon 2020 is going virtual
June 25th, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way many do business. But the desire to keep learning remains strong. For 19 years, StormCon has connected, educated and engaged the stormwater and surface water quality industries from around the world. This year, StormCon’s mission will continue—but in a way that best protects the health and wellness of […]
IGS releases 2020 election results
June 24th, 2020
With a field of 17 extraordinary candidates from 12 countries applying for 7 council positions there was significant competition. The newly elected council members will stand for the term which concludes in 2024. The incoming IGS council members will be Dr. Laura Carbone (Germany), Francesco Fontana (Italy), Dr. Jacek Kawalec (Poland), Dr. Yoshihisa Miyata (Japan), […]
Tent Expo 2021 postponed to January 2022
June 22nd, 2020
Tent Expo 2021 has been postponed to January 2022. Tent Rental Division (TRD) chairman Michael Tharpe released the following statement: The COVID-19 pandemic has hit our members hard and changed the way in which we do business in today's environment. As your association, TRD has felt your pain and has listened to your issues and concerns […]
GSI to host webinar on stabilization with nailed or anchored geosynthetics the Wednesday
June 22nd, 2020
The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) will sponsor a webinar, “In-Situ Stabilization of Soil Slopes Using Nailed or Anchored Geosynthetics,” on June 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) member companies and their employees receive discounted rates on all GSI webinar and short course registrations. The sliding of soil slopes in the […]
AATCC announces upcoming webinars on innovative business practices
June 21st, 2020
The AATCC has announced two upcoming webinars focused on innovative business practices. June 29, 2020; 11:00 AM (EDT) Webinar: Drive Organic Growth... with B2B-optimized Customer Interviews Presented by Dan Adams, president of The AIM Institute Learn how to put your B2B advantages to work, so you can go beyond “hand-me-down” consumer voice-of-customer methods. Great interviewing leads to better […]
How Acquiring Funds for Your Business has Changed since COVID-19 Happening Tomorrow
June 17th, 2020
June 18, 2020 | 11 am–Noon CST FREE for Members | $39 for Non-members As the business climate has changed with COVID-19, companies will need to understand how to get back to their operations in a new financial environment. Having capital to grow their business and acquire equipment will be a crucial component to success. This workshop […]
NCTO elects David Roberts of Cap Yarns as chairman
June 17th, 2020
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) has elected David Roberts, CEO of Cap Yarns Inc., Clover, S.C., as its new chairman. Representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber through finished sewn products, NCTO held its officer elections for fiscal year 2020 on Tuesday, June 16. Roberts succeeds Leib Oehmig, CEO of Glen […]
Registration opens for IFAI Expo
June 15th, 2020
IFAI Expo Nov. 3–6, 2020 in Indianapolis, Ind., will mark the event’s 100th anniversary. ATA has announced that it is moving forward as planned, and registration is now open. Safety protocols are in place and will be coordinated with host hotels and the Indiana Convention Center (ICC). The registration area at IFAI Expo will be […]