GRI-22

Geosynthetics 2009 is honored to host the annual GSI Conference (GRI-22), which will include 2 half-day sessions on Friday, February 27.

IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

The Geosynthetic Research Institute (the research arm of the Geosynthetic Institute) conferences have been theme oriented since their inception. Topics were selected by the membership and generally followed application areas that were established and in need of further investigation, or were emerging to the point where information was considered timely. This conference is diff erent; it is all about technology transfer. We freely admit that even in the information age details are oft en missing or not fully communicated. Such detail can have great influence on the system performance as a whole. As will be seen, both new and old applications will be investigated. In viewing the twenty five (25) papers in this conference; there are perhaps six categories:

• Materials                •Equipment
• Manufacturing       • Design
• Installation             •QA/QC

As most people in the geosynthetics area are well aware, the flexibility and adaptability of geosynthetics with respect to many applications is a hallmark of the technology. This conference will further propel this realization that standardized details can be shared and systems utilizing geosynthetics will have great benefit at low cost. It promises to be a practical event which will bring to light many nuisances that will prove to be gems to many in the future.

"Geoamericas 2008 was a total success! Session themes were interesting and well scheduled. Keynote lectures, technical session and discussions were focused in a wide range of the principal topics of geosynthetics including applications and recent research." -GeoAmericas 2008 Attendee

1. Characterization of Textured Geomembranes Predictive of Interface
Properties: A New Technology-Boyd Ramsey, GSE

2. Attachment to Structures -Richard Thiel, Vector

3. To Batten Strip or Not, and If So-How
-Ian Peggs, I-Corp and Du Toit Viljoen, Engineered Linings

4. Isolation Trenches for Geoelectric Surveys-Tim Bauters, Golder

5. Pipe Boots-Richard Thiel, Vector

6. The Accommodation of Structural Movement in Conjunction with Geomembranes-Morne Breytenbach and Rod Drayton, Aquatan

7. Rub Sheet Applications in Landfill Sumps-Robert Fifarek, CPYI

8. Characterization of Textured Geomembranes-Ron Belanger, Precision

9. Exposed Geomembrane Cover Details -Don Hullings, Jones Edmunds

10. Small Details that Affect Exposed Liner Performance-Ian Peggs, I-Corp

11. Construction Quality Assurance of Materials Acceptance Procedures and Protocol-Tony Eith, Waste Management

12. Spray Applied Liner for Battery Acid Floors -George Koerner, GSI

13. The Detail is in the Details -Paul Oliveira, Firestone

LUNCH

14. Geosynthetic Testing Details as Related to Geosynthetic Design -Sam Allen, TRI

15. Nanofiber Geosynthetics in Geoenvironmental Applications -H.-Y. Jeon, Inha University

16. MSE Wall Contractual and Mechanical Design Details -John Paulson and Mike Bernardi, REDI Engr.

17. Issues Regarding Wire Basket Facings for MSE Walls -Dimiter Alexiew, Huesker

18. MSE Wall Drainage Details -Dean Sandri, Anchor Wall Systems

19. Soil Slope Movements and Their Prevention -Michael Yako, GEI Consultants

20. Needle Prevention, Detection and Removal in GCL Manufacturing -Jim Olsta, CETCO

21. Stormwater Management Pond Details -John Volk, URS

22. Transition Details for Turf Reinforcement Mats in Storm Water Channels -Scott Manning, Propex

23. Application Advantages of Manufactured Composite Materials -Georg Heerten, NAUE

24. Exiting Flow from Drainage Composites -Bob Koerner, GSI

25. Challenges at Leachate Recirculation and Bioreactor Landfills -Kevin McKeon and Bryan Schwartzott, Earth Tech AECOM

26. Details Make or Break Projects -Allen Marr, Geocomp