Gerdau Ameristeel is the largest producer of steel sheet piling in North America. In September of 2007, Gerdau Ameristeel acquired Chaparral, including its operations that produce hot-rolled sheet piling. “Chaparral Sheet Piling” has now been re-branded to “Gerdau Sheet Piling.”
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TRB: 30 Years of MSE Walls
The Transportation Research Board has released a publication titled "Research Pays Off – Mechanically Stabilized Earth Walls on the Interstate Highway System: Thirty Years of Experience". Check out the link after the break.
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Fiberweb – TYPAR Geotextiles – Tough Over Time
Geotextile manufacturer. In addition to the usual products for a company like this, they have a geotextile product deployed to combat areas. But what I really liked on their site was som cartoony schematic diagrams […]
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FHWA Geotechnical Engineering Publications
For transportation related geotechnical engineering, these publications are an absolute must! But all practicing geotechs should find something useful. Visit FHWA Geotechnical Engineering Publications