DFI Educational Trust Announces the Establishment of the Goble Rausche Likins Scholarship Fund
Hawthorne, N.J.: The Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) Educational Trust, the charitable arm of DFI, announces the establishment of a new scholarship. The Goble Rausche Likins Scholarship Fund was established in October 2020 with a generous donation from GRL Engineers, Inc. (GRL) and Pile Dynamics, Inc. (PDI). The fund honors George G. Goble, Frank Rausche and Garland E. Likins, the founders of GRL Engineers, Inc. (GRL) and Pile Dynamics, Inc. (PDI). The fund provides At-Large Scholarships to...
Algeria hosts the 22nd Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum
Doha, QATAR: The 22nd Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) was held on the 12 November 2020, under the Chairmanship of HE Abdelmadjid Attar, Minister of Energy of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria as its President. The meeting was convened by videoconference. It was attended by Energy Ministers and top authorities from Algeria, Bolivia, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Iran, Libya, Nigeria, Qatar, Russia, Trinidad and Tobago, and Venezuela, as well as Angola, Aze...
Q.E.D. LASER One™ Natural Gas Leak Detector Now Available in North America
Leading instrument targets methane (CH4) detection and localization of leaks Dexter, MI (DATE) – Q.E.D. Environmental Systems, Inc., a leading manufacturer of innovative environmental products and subsidiary of Graco Inc., introduces the Huberg LASER OneTM natural gas leak analyzer for sale in North America. This state-of-the-art portable natural gas leak analyzer detects methane using tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy. This highly-sensitive detector offers all of the advant...
Polyglass Announces Polystick XFR Self-Adhered Fire-Resistant Roof Underlayment
Introducing Polystick XFR, a dual-purpose fire resistant and self-adhered waterproofing underlayment featuring Burn-Shield Technology™ Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, is pleased to announce the release of Polystick XFR, an advanced dual-purpose fire-resistant and self-adhered waterproofing underlayment that provides superior fire resistance for combustible decks with metal roof coverings and other high-temperature applications. Wher...
Two HDR Projects Recognized at Bentley’s 2020 Year in Infrastructure Virtual Awards Gala
OMAHA, Neb. — Two HDR projects received global recognition with this year’s Bentley Year in Infrastructure Awards. The Oroville Dam, 3D Seepage and Stability Analysis was a finalist for the Geotechnical Engineering award, and the Marc Basnight Bridge (Bonner Bridge Replacement) received an Advancing Project and Asset Longevity Special Recognition award. Open to all Bentley software users, the Bentley Year in Infrastructure Awards program has recognized nearly 4,000 of the world’s most outstan...
Arcadis Gen launches two apps designed to help water companies plan and make better investment decisions
The apps help address water and wastewater pipes and above ground asset management Highlands Ranch, Colo.– Arcadis Gen, the digital business from global design and consultancy firm Arcadis, launched two new digital products today designed for the water industry. The Water Above Ground Optimizer (WAGO) and Water Artificial Intelligence Pipe Predictor (W(AI)PP) are web-based apps built to help water utilities plan and better use their data to inform investment decisions on water and wastewater...
Advanced Drainage Systems Wins Wisconsin Recycling Award
Pipe Manufacturer’s Program ‘Exceeds Expectations’ HILLIARD, Ohio – Nov. 13, 2020 – Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (ADS) (NYSE: WMS), a leading provider of innovative water management solutions, has received the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2020 Recycling Excellence Award for Innovation. Brad Wolbert, Director, Bureau of Waste and Materials Management for the State of Wisconsin stated that the company is being recognized for its superior performance with a recycling progra...
Powerful, Real-Time Collaboration Becomes a Reality with Autodesk and NVIDIA
Autodesk and NVIDIA will demonstrate the power of real-time collaboration in design and engineering at Autodesk University this year. NVIDIA Omniverse signals a new experience for professionals in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), manufacturing, and media and entertainment industries. NVIDIA calls it Omniverse and we see it as an embodiment of the ‘new possible.’ NVIDIA Omniverse: Real-time, Cross-industry Collaboration Today, a major challenge is the inability of differ...
LEEA welcomes Martin Halford to the Board
Martin Halford has joined the Board of The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), the leading trade organisation for the global lifting sector. Martin is Managing Director and owner of Dynamic Load Monitoring (UK) Ltd, which specialises in the Design and Manufacture of Load Cells and Load Monitoring Equipment. He is also Director at Vulcan Offshore Ltd, an Engineering services specialist for the Offshore Industry. Commenting on joining the board, Martin said: “LEEA is a great fo...
Environmental Strategy Expert, Karen Beattie, Joins Cardno's Portland, OR Office
PORTLAND, OR - Cardno, an international professional infrastructure and environmental services firm, is pleased to announce that Karen Beattie has joined the firm as a Business Unit Manager in the company’s Portland, OR., USA, office. Karen has more than 40 years of experience in environmental management programs, permitting, and project management on significant projects across the Pacific Northwest. Karen has performed extensive engagement with key stakeholders, including federal, stat...