Mrs. Rees was the guest speaker for the joint November meeting of SME (Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration) and AIChE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers) on Tuesday, November 11th, 2014. The topic was “The emtek® wetland access system, the Safest and Most Practical Temporary Roadway for Crossing Wetlands”. This matting solution offers engineers appropriate values for supporting psi calculations, deflection, modulus of elasticity and other critical factors when determining a roadway suitable for the sensitive site conditions of a wetland. Contact Stephanie for speaking arrangements at sthomas-rees@newsouthmat.com.