Project-first geosynthetic selection: what to define before choosing a product
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For decades, offshore disposal of dredged material has been the default approach.
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A recent project in City of Castlegar (link to article) highlighted something the industry sees repeatedly: expectations were clear, the guidelines were followed, yet the…
Geobag filtration
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Geobags have been used successfully for decades to dewater slurries from mining, dredging, wastewater, and industrial processes. When they work, they work exceptionally well.
Geobag safety
Why Geobag Overfilling Still Happens — And Why the Industry Needs Pressure-Relief Standards
Geotextile “geobags” or tubes are widely used to dewater mine tailings, dredged sludge, and similar fine sediments. In large-scale mining or coastal projects, many tubes may be…
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