Resource

Polymer-modified geosynthetic clay liners for bauxite storage

Resource Type
News Articles (Industry Outlets)
Reference Title
Polymer-modified geosynthetic clay liners for bauxite storage
Author/Presenter
Donovan, Michael S.
Valorio, Robert
Gebka, Barbara
Organization/Agency
Industrial Fabrics Association International
Publisher Name
Industrial Fabrics Association International
Year
2018
Date
8-9/2018
Journal Title
Geosynthetics
Journal Volume
36
Journal Issue
4
ISBN/ISSN
ISSN: 0882-4983
Abstract/Additional Information

Geosynthetic clay liners (GCL) and polymer-modified geosynthetic clay liners (PMG) are gaining favor for use in industrial waste disposal and ore-processing applications (Athanassopoulos et al. 2015, Donovan et al. 2016a, Donovan et al. 2016b). The GCL or PMG can be a component of a composite liner system that will allow for increased performance (realtive to compacted clay) as well as amore environmentally responsible and economincal design. The performance advantages afforded by GCL will minimize the risk of leakage into the environment. Additionally, GCL and PMG can provide manufacturing quality assurance (MQA) and ease of installation.