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Tensar invests heavily in research and development for civil engineering projects across the globe. This endeavor leads to new findings, new products, and new resources that we often share via our blog. 

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The Critical Role of Working Platforms and the Consequences of Poor Design

Date Published: 08-06-2026 Properly designed working platforms are essential for construction safety, equipment stability, and project efficiency, while poor platform design can lead to costly delays, equipment failures, and serious safety risks.

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Decoded: Site Work Terminology (Part 4 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)

Date Published: 08-04-2026 Key site work terminology related to geosynthetics and their role in civil engineering and construction projects. It defines common materials—including geogrids, geotextiles, and geocomposites and outlines how they are used to reinforce, stabilize, separate, filter, and drain soils to improve...

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Decoded: Engineering Properties Terminology (Part 3 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)

Date Published: 07-28-2026 Key engineering properties and testing methods used to evaluate soil strength, stability, and performance in construction, including concepts such as shear strength, pore water pressure, compaction, consolidation, and settlement. It also explains common field and laboratory tests that help engineers...

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The Critical Role of Working Platforms and the Consequences of Poor Design

Properly designed working platforms are essential for construction safety, equipment stability, and project efficiency, while poor platform design can...
August 06 2026

Decoded: Site Work Terminology (Part 4 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)

Key site work terminology related to geosynthetics and their role in civil engineering and construction projects. It defines common...
August 04 2026

Decoded: Engineering Properties Terminology (Part 3 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)

Key engineering properties and testing methods used to evaluate soil strength, stability, and performance in construction, including concepts such as...
July 28 2026

Decoded: Aggregates Terminology (Part 2 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)

Navigate common aggregate-related terms, explaining key materials such as RAP, RCA/RCC, aggregate base, and different aggregate gradations. By...
July 17 2026

Decoded: Geotechnical & Soil Mechanics Terminology (Part 1 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)

Geotechnical engineering is filled with specialized terms that can be confusing for both new and experienced professionals. Let's cover essential...
July 09 2026

The Geosynthetics Industry Boom: Innovations and Trends in Geotechnical Applications for Infrastructure Construction

With the need for sustainable infrastructure and rapid urban development around the world, the market for geosynthetics is booming. Learn more at...
June 18 2026

The Unknown Below the Surface: Reviewing the Geotechnical Report

Learn how to quickly navigate a geotechnical report to uncover critical site insights, from soil conditions to pavement design, so you can make...
June 03 2026

Tensar InterAx® NXAC™ Underlayer Geogrid: Advancing Asphalt Performance from the Ground Up

Tensar’s InterAx® NXAC™ Underlayer enhances asphalt pavement performance by reducing strain, increasing rutting resistance and fatigue...
January 08 2026

Balancing Budget and Performance: Smart Soil Solutions with H-Series Geogrid

Geogrids aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Learn about the suite of options available and how H-Series geogrid can balance cost...
December 04 2025

Potholes Causes, Formation, & Prevention

Let's explore how potholes are formed, the factors that contribute to these persistent problems, and what can be done to prevent them.
October 14 2025

Understanding Pavement Failures: Building Roads That Last

Why don't pavements always live up to their design life?  And, what we can do about it? Get the answers in our latest blog post.
September 26 2025

What is Dynamic Cone Penetrometer Testing for Soil?

The Dynamic Cone Penetrometer, or DCP, is one of the most efficient and effective tools available for evaluating the strength of soils on site. Learn...
September 16 2025