Geomallas y geotextiles para geotecnia

GEOGRIDS AND GEOTEXTILES FOR GEOTECHNICS Geomatrix high-tenacity polyester geosynthetics are high-performance materials specially designed to provide technical and economic advantages in reinforcing soils in the conformation of earth structures. This solution has been positioning itself thanks to its ease of application for projects with difficult access, foundation soils...

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Geomallas de poliéster

Efficiency factor of polyester geogrids in the reinforcement of asphalt layers The presentation of said research work was developed in three parts: The problem of pavements in the reinforcement of asphalt layers, the contribution of polyester geogrids in the pavement and the way to quantify the contribution of…

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refuerzo de subrasantes

In order to achieve optimal performance of a subgrade reinforcement structure with geotextiles, it is vital to develop an adequate construction process, taking into account the recommendations for the handling, transport and storage of the geotextile. If you want to know the best practices to build the reinforcement of subgrades with geotextiles, Eng. Juan Pablo Vargas, is...

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Although there are a variety of alternatives, the FORTEX geotextile is very useful for this application, thanks to its mechanical and hydraulic properties. By meeting all the demands required by the reinforcement of subgrades, it allows the control of deformations, achieving a superior reinforcement effect, compared to geotextiles made with other raw materials.…

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The use of geotextiles for the reinforcement of subgrades allows the development of solutions that facilitate the construction process and, at the same time, optimize costs and improve the performance of road projects that present soils with low mechanical competence. Geotextiles provide an immediate reinforcement capacity and have technical properties that contribute significantly to…

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Suelo reforzado

The retaining structures in soil reinforced with geosynthetics have positioned themselves as a cost-efficient solution for the development of different applications, among them, the reduction of fill and the reformation of slopes. To guarantee the stability, durability and efficiency of this type of structure, it is important to consider the design and choice of the geosynthetic...

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Contención en suelo reforzado

Geogrid-reinforced soil retaining walls are a construction alternative to traditional concrete solutions, which have multiple benefits during the construction process and throughout the service life of the structure. Nevertheless; To take advantage of this construction alternative, it is necessary to take into account some considerations…

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For the development of retaining walls in soil reinforced with geosynthetics, it is important to understand the benefits offered by uniaxial geogrids, compared to geotextiles. Geotextiles are generic materials developed for engineering works in different applications; however, not specifically for the formation of retaining walls in reinforced soil.…

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