Your Trusted Partner for Geosynthetic Containment and Environmental Compliance
The phosphate industry faces complex environmental and regulatory challenges—from the construction and closure of gypstacks to surface water management and tailings containment. COMANCO Environmental provides expert, turn-key services tailored specifically for phosphate mining and processing operations. Backed by a long history of industry experience, we provide safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions that enable our clients to maintain compliance and stay ahead of evolving regulatory requirements.
Expert Services for the Phosphate Industry
OUR TEAM
IAGI
Certified
Welders
Our certified welders ensure the integrity and longevity of your geomembrane liner installations.
MSHA
TRAINED &
COMPLIANT
Our team adheres to all Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations, ensuring a safe working environment on every project.
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EMR
RATING
Our consistently low Experience Modification Rate (EMR) reflects our unwavering commitment to safety.
Prioritizing Safety First, Always
COMANCO maintains a strong safety culture through continuous safety trainings, regular safety meetings, empowering Stop Work Authority, and utilizing a Safety Observation QR code to ensure a safe working environment on every solid waste project.
Quality Assured, before & after
COMANCO utilizes GeoCAAB to ensure the highest quality installations, providing meticulous documentation and verification throughout the project lifecycle.
COMANCO, a Trusted Partner
COMANCO is a trusted partner with over 37 years of experience in the solid waste industry, providing reliable and expert solutions.
Phosphate Industry Project Capabilities
COMANCO offers a full suite of environmental construction services for phosphate operations, including:
Liner & Pipe Installations & Repairs
Tailings & Surface Water Control Systems
Turf & Protective Cover Installations
See Our Expertise in Action
Watch our project videos for examples of each service and project type.
See our success stories.
Recent Phosphate Projects & News
COMANCO Attends Caterpillar Construction & Technology Days in Peoria
COMANCO Explores Jobsite Technology at Caterpillar’s Construction and Technology Days Seeing Remote Operation, Autonomy, and Connected Fleet Data in Action The COMANCO team traveled to Peoria, Illinois, September 28–30 for Caterpillar’s Construction and Technology Days, hosted by our dealer partner …
COMANCO Elevates Geomembrane Quality Control in North Florida
COMANCO Elevates Geomembrane Quality Control with Real-Time Weld Documentation At COMANCO, quality control extends far beyond testing completed work. It is built into every stage of installation, helping ensure containment systems perform as designed for years to come. A recent …
Jimmy Hernandez Martinez Promoted to Liner Technician
Jimmy Hernandez Martinez Promoted to Liner Technician At COMANCO, hard work, dedication, and teamwork are what drive us forward. Today, we are proud to recognize Jimmy Hernandez Martinez on his promotion to Liner Technician! Building Skills Through Field Experience In …
The COMANCO Way: Quarter 3 2026 Newsletter Is Here
The COMANCO Way: Quarter 3 2026 Newsletter Is Here Keeping complex environmental construction projects moving forward requires a steadfast commitment to safety, technical execution, and field discipline. The third quarter brought demanding heat, tight schedules, and intricate job site challenges …
COMANCO Installs Over 80,000 SF of HDPE Liner in Idaho
COMANCO Installs Over 80,000 SF of HDPE Liner for Idaho Data Center Project As data center development continues nationwide, reliable water management infrastructure has become essential to site construction. Evaporation ponds help manage process water and support site operations, making …
COMANCO Leaders Attend FMI Project Manager Academy in Tampa
COMANCO Leaders Attend FMI Project Manager Academy in Tampa COMANCO continues to invest in leadership development and cross-functional understanding. Recently, four COMANCO leaders, Joshua Philhower (Superintendent), Anthony Cole (Fleet Supervisor), Jorge Gomez (Superintendent), and Thomas Topp (Vice President), attended the …
Pastor Rodriguez Hernandez Advances to Liner Technician
Pastor Rodriguez Hernandez Promoted to Liner Technician At COMANCO, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to celebrate the continued growth of our team and recognize Pastor Rodriguez Hernandez on his promotion to Liner …
COMANCO Insights | Choosing the Right Geomembrane for Mining Applications
Selecting the right geomembrane starts with understanding the entire containment system. There is No Universal Geomembrane for Mining Projects Choosing a geomembrane for a mining project often begins with a simple question: Should the project use HDPE or LLDPE? It …
Martin Ramirez Chino Earns Promotion
Martin Ramirez Chino Earns Promotion to Liner Technician At COMANCO, we believe hard work deserves recognition, and today we are proud to celebrate Martin Ramirez Chino on his promotion to Liner Technician. Moving Up: Congratulations to Martin Ramirez Chino! This …
A Visit to Ring Power CAT Riverview: Equipment, Expertise, and Customer Service
A Visit to Ring Power CAT Riverview: Equipment, Expertise, and Customer Service When it comes to heavy equipment, having a trusted partner makes all the difference. Yesterday, the COMANCO Fleet team visited Ring Power CAT in Riverview, Florida, and it …
Hector Tiburcio Duran Earns Promotion
Hector Tiburcio Duran Earns Promotion to Liner Technician COMANCO is proud to recognize Hector Tiburcio Duran on his promotion to Liner Technician. This achievement reflects his dedication, strong work ethic, and continued growth in the field. Building Skills Through Field …
Cruz Hernandez Earns Promotion
Cruz Hernandez Earns Promotion to Heavy Equipment Operator Skilled Heavy Equipment Operators play an important role on every COMANCO job site. Their work requires skill, focus, sound judgment, and close coordination with the crew. For Cruz Hernandez, stepping into this …
Retrofit, Don’t Rebuild: COMANCO Extends the Life of an Existing Beach Amenity
A New Approach to Man-Made Lagoon Beach Construction Every project brings its own set of challenges. Sometimes, the best solution is not to start over, but to find ways to improve what is already there. COMANCO originally installed the geosynthetic …
COMANCO Brings Employee Wellness to the Field
COMANCO Brings Employee Wellness to the Field For employees working in the field, stepping away from a jobsite for an annual wellness physical is not always convenient. This year, COMANCO’s Human Resources team found another way to support employee wellness: …
COMANCO Employees Put Heavy Equipment Skills to the Test
COMANCO Employees Put Heavy Equipment Skills to the Test at Ring Power A heavy equipment operator’s first important decision happens before the machine ever moves. During a recent heavy equipment training program, COMANCO employees faced equipment with intentionally placed deficiencies. …
COMANCO Returns to Oklahoma Facility for Liner Repairs and Safety Upgrades
COMANCO Completes Liner Repairs for Repeat Customer in Oklahoma A completed installation does not have to mark the end of a customer relationship. In fact, some of the most valuable partnerships continue long after the initial work is finished. COMANCO …
COMANCO Recognizes New River Landfill Crew
COMANCO Recognizes New River Landfill Crew Following Safe Completion of EGC Phase COMANCO recently recognized the New River Landfill crew for their hard work and commitment to safety. The team gathered for a safety lunch after completing the exposed geomembrane …
COMANCO Insights | Heap Leach Pad Construction: Sequence, Liners & QA
by COMANCO | Last updated: August 21, 2026 Heap leach pad construction builds an engineered containment system that supports mineral recovery while protecting soil and groundwater. A modern pad combines a prepared subgrade, a geomembrane liner, drainage layers, collection piping, …
COMANCO Completes Detailed Pond Liner Installation in Bonita Springs, Florida
COMANCO Completes Detailed Pond Liner Installation in Bonita Springs, Florida A successful liner installation is about more than lining a pond. It requires careful planning, attention to detail, and a crew that can adapt to the unique conditions of each …
COMANCO Geomembrane Quality Control: Real-Time Weld Documentation
by COMANCO | Last updated: August 11, 2026 COMANCO documented every ballast trench weld in real time on a North Florida landfill closure. QC Technician Hector Yanes logged each weld in GeoCAAB as crews completed it. The project covers more …
COMANCO Awarded Landfill Closure Project By Palm Beach SWA
COMANCO Awarded Landfill Closure Project By Palm Beach Solid Waste Association COMANCO is proud to announce the award of a major landfill closure project by the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County. This project reflects our continued commitment to …
COMANCO Attends 2026 SWANA Summer Conference in Orlando
COMANCO Connects with Industry Leaders at the 2026 SWANA Summer Conference Building Relationships and Supporting the Future of Solid Waste Management The COMANCO team attended the SWANA FL Summer Conference at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida, …
COMANCO Advances Gypstack Expansion
COMANCO Advances Gypstack Expansion With Large-Scale Geosynthetic Liner Installation Behind every successful phosphate operation is an environmental containment system built to perform for decades. COMANCO is currently installing a large-scale geosynthetic liner system to expand a gypsum stack (gypstack) at …