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Products & Services Showcase EROSION: Miramesh® GR Biaxial Geosynthetic TenCate Geosynthetics manufactures this revolutionary woven mesh geosynthetic that is being used to control erosion in Texas, and reinforce slopes on major interstates in Maryland, a residential home in Canada, and retaining walls at a 237acre shopping mall in Oregon. For green slope applications, Miramesh® GR Biaxial Geosynthetic provides solutions that make a difference by offering increased durability, vegetative support, flexibility and long-term stability. Proven as an environmentally friendly option, this product features an open mesh geosynthetic material that functions in a variety of applications, most notably for erosion protection and soil reinforcement. Circle 222 on Reader Service Card or www.LandDevelopmentToday.com/adinfo EROSION: North American Green Introduces HydraCX2® North American Green introduces HydraCX2 Cotton Fiber Reinforced Matrix, the first product in its new HydraMatriCx® line of cotton-fiber, hydraulic erosion control products. HydraCX2 was developed in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Cotton Incorporated. HydraCX2 is hydraulically applied for temporary erosion protection and permanent vegetation establishment on sloping areas. Its all-natural, cottonfiber matrix contours to the uneven surfaces of the earth to immediately protect soil against heavy wind and rain, even on steep slopes. It quickly establishes germination and serves as a vegetative medium that promotes growth for permanent protection. Circle 224 on Reader Service Card or www.LandDevelopmentToday.com/adinfo PAVEMENT: Vivid Concrete Dye™ from L&M EROSION: VERSA-LOK Weathered Standard VERSA-LOK Weathered Standard brings a rustic look to any landscape that blends in beautifully with the surrounding environment. Retaining walls, stairs, bridges – it’s all possible with VERSA-LOK Standard, the most versatile retaining wall system in the industry. When you need a wall system that can do it all, specify VERSA-LOK. Circle 223 on Reader Service Card or www.LandDevelopmentToday.com/adinfo L&M Construction Chemicals, Inc. of Omaha has introduced the fast-drying easy to apply Vivid Dye Concrete Coloring System to compliment its sustainable FGS/PermaShine Polished Concrete Floor System. The L&M Vivid Concrete Dye is a post hardening concrete coloration system for building projects that specify a color scheme. Together, with FGS PermaShine polished concrete, the transformation of ordinary, gray concrete floors will be beautiful, and can be dramatic. The water-based Vivid Dye formula can be applied in areas with minimum ventilation, around potential spark or flame producing environments, and within close proximity to perishable food stocks. Circle 227 on Reader Service Card or www.LandDevelopmentToday.com/adinfo TECHNOLOGY: New Website for CULTEC, Inc. CULTEC, Inc. has launched a redesigned website. The website – www.cultec.com – provides a general overview of stormwater and septic management as well as detailed information about the company’s systems and applications. Circle 225 on Reader Service Card or www.LandDevelopmentToday.com/adinfo PAVEMENT: Permeable Pavers Permeable Pavers from Permapave Industries Permapave Industries, LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of cuttingedge green technology, services, and products, recently introduced a new ecological product, Permapave™ Permeable Pavers, in response to the need for water resource protection and a solution to stormwater runoff, which is the nation’s leading threat to water quality. They can help preserve water supplies, save money, and protect the environment. Permapave™ Permeable Pavers are natural stone pavers that provide the most practical and economical solution to eliminate 100% of gross pollutants with a flow through rate of up to 1.5 gallons per second per square foot. Circle 228 on Reader Service Card or www.LandDevelopmentToday.com/adinfo SURVEYING: Topcon Unveils New Total Station Series Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) unveiled the industry’s most powerful total station series – the GPT-7500 and the GTS-750 – which features rugged, small, light units with increased performance at the same price as older models. The total stations have a 400MHz Intel processor running Windows CE and an unprecedented 2000-meter non-prism range (GPT-7500). The GPT-7500 can operate efficiently and effectively at 2,000 meters (6,562 feet), which is up to four times that of competing models. The instruments are available in 1", 3" or 5" accuracy models; the 1" and 3" versions have dual displays, with the 5" versions sporting a single display. 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Cover Contents Our Voice: Industry Advocates Your Voice: Reader Response Cover Story: Preparing Your Tax Strategy The Rules of the Game Historical Redevelopment Project Profile: Seattle’s High Point Retention: From Ravine to Road Land Use: Picatinny Arsenal Mixed Use: Florida Offices Industry News Products/Services Showcase Classifieds Recommended Reading Advertiser Index Editorial Board The Last Word: What? Me Plan… Urban Development

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