Independent research · free full text
Independent research on bituminous geomembrane seams, welding, creep, containment and landfill caps. Browse original papers and full-text sources.
7 papers. Browse summaries without signing in. Use a free email code to access the original full papers.
Search the full library →This catalogue excludes papers with supplier-affiliated authors or co-authors. Study results require assessment for your materials and site conditions.
2026 · IGS 13 ICG
Examines hot-air-welded BGM seams using tensile-shear and constant-load creep tests. Assesses welding temperature, travel speed, thickness reduction and squeeze-out; short-term seam strength did not establish resistance to sustained loading under the tested conditions.
Paper details and full-text access →2026 · IGS 13 ICG
Tests a 4.1 mm SBS-modified BGM on simulated heap-leach slopes under combined normal and shear loading, varied overburden pressure and elevated temperatures. Reports increased puncture potential; findings apply to the tested liner, soil and loading arrangements.
Paper details and full-text access →2025
Examines BGM seam tensile-shear strength and constant-load creep at different temperatures. Measures seam separation rates and failure times, showing why short-term seam strength alone does not establish sustained-load performance. Results apply to the tested membrane, seams, loads and temperatures.
Paper details and full-text access →2024
Reviews geomembrane leakage, defective seams, tailings permeability, lateral drainage and subgrade effects in tailings facilities. Section 6.2 covers BGM chemical durability and seam creep, alongside the review of HDPE and LLDPE liner performance and design considerations.
Paper details and full-text access →2013
Measures leakage through damaged BGM–GCL composite liners and compares the effects of the BGM surface contacting the GCL. The study examines hydraulic behaviour; it does not demonstrate chemical compatibility for every containment application.
Paper details and full-text access →2008
Reviews prefabricated BGM as an exposed landfill-cap option alongside other geomembranes. Discusses weathering, wind uplift, drainage and gas management using the evidence available at the time of publication.
Paper details and full-text access →1995
Develops methods for assessing wind uplift, protective cover, liner tension and strain. Applies to exposed geomembranes generally, including heavy liners; consult the subsequent corrections and extensions when using the equations.
Paper details and full-text access →