An essential introductory reference manual for anyone specifying, maintaining or manufacturing geotextiles and geomembranes.

Geotextiles and geomembranes, made from synthetic polymers such as woven or non-woven fabrics, membranes, sheets and composites, have a variety of uses: in erosion control systems, embankments, pollution control systems, water storage, drainage and road construction. Taking all these applications into consideration, numerous laboratory and prototype tests were performed, the results of which have been published in this handbook, which includes sections on: · geotextile and geomembrane history · function analysis · production technology · project realization · soil reinforcement Designed for civil engineers, this text covers a broad range of areas and provides a useful handbook for those working with geotextiles and geomembranes.

""... a well-written introductory text to geotextile manufacture, testing and applications; in addition there is a detailed compendium of products. It is therefore of interest to students and practising engineers in construction and a welcome addition to the geotextile literature."" - Geotechnique. ""... good practical advice on the handling, storage and use, together with an indication of what index test properties mean ... clearly written with good diagrams and photographs the handbook is easily read and reasonably priced. It is strongly recommended for all site libraries."" - Geotextiles & Geomembranes.

Hardbound. An essential introductory reference manual for anyone specifying, maintaining or manufacturing geotextiles and geomembranes.

This manual describes, in detail, all the uses for geotextiles and geomembranes (synthethic polymers) in civil engineering: erosion control systems, embankments, pollution control systems, water storage, drainage, and road construction. Focuses on the application of geotextiles in bank and bed protection, construction and drainage. Also deals with production technology, properties and testing of geotextiles, and the designing of the geotextile-element in a structure. Aspects of execution and maintenance are also treated.

Geomembranes are flexible polymeric sheets which are used as relatively impermeable liners to contain liquid and vapour. With uses ranging from canal liners to hazard waste landfills, they are used extensively in a range of industries such as water conservation, mining, construction and waste management. A Guide to Polymeric Geomembranes: A Practical Approach offers an informed overview of the developments in this field and includes: Detailed discussion of the major geomembrane types Manufacturing methods Key performance properties Industrial applications Testing and chemical resistance of geomembranes Failure analysis methodology Written by a polymer research specialist with more than fifteen years experience in industry, this practical handbook covers the manufacture, use, installation, durability, lifespan and performance of geomembranes. It covers all the information required to enable the reader to select the most suitable geomembrane material for the job. This book is a useful reference for engineers and professionals in industry, environmental consultants, polymer and materials scientists, and government agencies and policy makers. It is of particular interest to those designing, commissioning and operating waste management sites, landfills, mine leachate ponds and water containment facilities.

Following the structure of previous editions, Volume 2 of this Sixth Edition proceeds through four individual chapters on geomembranes, geosynthetic clay liners, geofoam and geocomposites. The two volumes must accompany one another. Volume 1 contains geosynthetics, geotextiles, geogrids and geonets. The two volumes must accompany one another. All are polymeric materials used for myriad applications in geotechnical, geoenvironmental, transportation, hydraulic and private development applications. The technology has become a worldwide enterprise with approximate $5B material sales in the 35-years since first being introduced. In addition to describing and illustrating the various materials; the most important test methods and design examples are included as pertains to specific application areas. This latest edition differs from previous ones in that sustainability is addressed throughout, new material variations are presented, new applications are included and references are updated accordingly. Each chapter includes problems for which a solutions manual is available.