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Axisymmetric Tension Testing of Geomembranes

The newly developed axisymmetric tension test is useful in evaluating the performance of geomembranes subjected to out-of-plane stress conditions such as those that can develop due to localized subsidence under waste-containment cover and liner systems. In this paper, the equations necessary to describe the geomembrane stresses and strains during testing are derived, and equations used to ...

Sep. 1, 1993

By ASTM International

Size Effects for Multi-Axial Tension Testing of HDPE and PVC Geomembranes

Geosynthetics may be subjected to multi-axial stress states from plane strain loading, such as dragdown along lined slopes and from out-of-plane loading conditions imposed by localized subsidence beneath waste containment cover and liner systems. The multiaxial tension test is useful in evaluating the performance of geosynthetics subjected to multi-axial stress states. However, widespread ...

Dec. 1, 1995

By ASTM International

Delivering effective waste minimisation

Implementing good practice Waste Minimisation and Management (WMM) on construction projects will help reduce the significant quantities of construction waste sent to Landfill and make a substantial contribution to sustainable development. This guidance is part of a suite of three documents that focus specifically on waste minimisation. The other guidance documents provide a high-level business ...

Mar. 1, 2008

By WRAP (The Waste & Resources Action Programme)

Survey of Waste Glass Collection & Recycling Arrangements in UK Local Authorities

1. SUMMARY OF RESEARCH OBJECTIVES The purpose of the study is to inform WRAP of the range of contractual arrangements for waste container glass collection and recycling adopted by local authorities throughout the UK. The key objectives are: To further WRAP’s understanding of the waste container glass supply chain, in particular with regardto collection of waste container glass for recycling ...

Jan. 1, 2003

By WRAP (The Waste & Resources Action Programme)

Waste Disposal

Introduction The final step in the waste management process is waste disposal, the permanent isolation of waste. Some wastes can be managed and disposed safely with existing facilities and proven methods. Other Department of Energy (DOE) wastes require more complex disposal facilities. DOE has conducted extensive research into alternative waste disposal methods and has concluded that deep ...

Jan. 1, 1997

By U.S. Department of Energy - Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Prevent hospital acquired infections during construction projects

The issue of hospital acquired infections is a serious problem. According to several sources, three to four million hospital-acquired infections occur annually, with up to 80,000 fatalities. The costs of these infections are estimated to be between $4 billion and $5 billion per year (Air-Treatment Systems for Controlling Hospital acquired Infections, HPAC Engineering, April 2, 2008).Healthcare ...

Oct. 1, 2008

By Environmental and Engineering Solutions, Inc.