Raven Industries Introduces Dura-Skrim(R) Textured K-Series Scrim Reinforced Geomembranes; Available In Mill Rolls Or Large Fabricated Panels

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., March 9, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Raven Industries Engineered Films Division announces Dura-Skrim ^® Textured K-Series; a new geomembrane product line specifically engineered for the geosynthetic industry. Dura-Skrim Textured K-Series is a unique textured reinforced geomembrane available in polyethylene or flexible polypropylene and is the first of this type in the industry. Dura-Skrim Textured    K-Series is manufactured utilizing a cast extrusion process to achieve a consistent core thickness with uniform asperity heights. Raven's exclusive GeoGrip™ surface technology consists of a durable random spike pattern with bidirectional bars to provide uniform stabilization and an increased friction between various soil and geosynthetic layers allowing for steeper slope designs. Dura-Skrim Textured K-Series is designed for applications requiring exceptional slope stability such as landfill caps, mining leach pads and containment ponds to name a few. 

"Dura-Skrim Textured K-Series combines the exceptional performance characteristics of our smooth K-Series membranes with our innovative GeoGrip™ surface texture to bring the industry a highly versatile geomembrane," notes Jim Groninger, Vice President and General Manger for the Raven Engineered Films Division. Jim continues, "We had consistently received requests for a textured reinforced membrane and engineered our product around this customer feedback to develop our new product line."

The new Dura-Skrim Textured K-Series will be highlighted at this year's Geo-Frontiers 2011 Conference in Dallas, TX at Raven Engineered Films booth #902. Dura-Skrim Textured K-Series is currently available in single or double-side textured 36 mil (K36BT) and 45 mil (K45BT) thicknesses and is sold in a variety of widths and lengths to meet project requirements. Large diameter mill rolls are available as well as large factory welded one-piece drop-in panels for efficient installations.

For more information, please visit the Raven geomembrane website at www.RavenGeo.com  or contact us direct with any questions. The Raven website features product information as well as many useful tools to conduct geomembrane calculations in our commitment to support the geosynthetics community by working to continuously improve knowledge on processes and available products. Raven houses a state-of-the-art laboratory onsite with "GAI-LAP" accreditation for the testing of geosynthetics as well as support of the Raven facility through our ISO 9001:2008 certified management system.

About Engineered Films Division:  Raven Industries' Engineered Films Division has established a well-known reputation for manufacturing and supplying high performance flexible films and sheeting to major markets throughout the United States and abroad. Their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and proven product expertise allows them to offer the most innovative and targeted product solutions in the industry. Find out more about Raven Engineered Films at www.ravenefd.com , or visit them on Twitter or Facebook.

Raven Engineered Films Division Brands: Marketing products under the Rufco ^®, DuraSkrim ^®, VaporBlock ^®, VaporBlock ^® Plus™, Canvex ^®, FeedFresh™, FeedPro™, VaporSafe™, GrainMax™, Conkure™, Fortress™, Fortress Pro™, Absolute Barrier™ brands. 

About Raven Industries, Inc: Since 1956, Raven Industries has provided high-quality, high-value technical products. Raven is publicly traded on NASDAQ (Nasdaq:RAVN) and has earned an international reputation for innovation, product quality, high performance and unmatched service. With strengths in engineering and technological innovation, Raven provides custom solutions including precision agriculture applications, high performance specialty films, aerostats for communications and surveillance, and electronic manufacturing services.   Learn more about Raven Industries at www.ravenind.com . 

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         Raven Industries, Inc. - Engineered Films Division
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