Las estructuras de contención desempeñan un papel fundamental en la construcción de carreteras, puentes, urbanizaciones y otras obras de infraestructura, ya que permiten estabilizar taludes, contener rellenos y generar plataformas seguras para el desarrollo de los proyectos. La elección del sistema de contención adecuado influye directamente en el costo de la obra, el tiempo de…

Reinforced soil walls have established themselves as one of the most efficient solutions for slope stabilization, road widening, and infrastructure projects. Their speed of construction, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness make them an increasingly popular alternative to traditional concrete walls. However, there is one aspect that…

One of the most common problems in road maintenance is the appearance of cracks in flexible pavements. Although in many cases the solution is simply to lay a new layer of asphalt mix, this measure usually provides only a temporary benefit, since existing cracks tend to reappear within a short time,…

In projects involving the protection of rivers, streams, canals, reservoirs, and drainage systems, the proper selection of geosynthetics makes all the difference. There is no «one-size-fits-all» geosynthetic; the best option will depend on the hydraulic behavior, geotechnical conditions, and the project’s expected service life. Below, we share five key considerations that every designer and project supervisor…

Reinforced soil walls (RSW) have proven to be a highly efficient solution for slope stabilization and earth retention. In areas with high seismic risk, their performance is particularly significant due to their flexible nature, which contrasts with the rigidity of traditional concrete systems. This ability to deform in a controlled manner allows them…

Masonry-Supported Earth (MSE) walls have become one of the most widely used solutions in road, rail, and urban infrastructure projects thanks to their construction efficiency, versatility, and excellent structural performance. However, regardless of the type of reinforcement used or the quality of the fill materials, there is one aspect…

The stabilization of granular layers using geogrids is one of the most widely used techniques in pavement engineering to improve structural performance. Thanks to the mechanical interlocking mechanism between the aggregate and the geogrid’s open structure, reinforcement is transferred, resulting in the mechanical stabilization of the layer. Geogrids…

In road infrastructure, platform, and embankment projects, the presence of soft soils represents one of the main geotechnical challenges during construction. Traditionally, when subgrade soil has low bearing capacity or is saturated, the most common solution has been to excavate and replace the material. However, this approach involves high costs…

Biaxial geogrids are one of the most widely used solutions for the mechanical stabilization of granular subgrades and the reinforcement of granular layers in pavements, platforms, and unpaved roads. Their use improves structural performance through mechanisms such as lateral confinement, increased bearing capacity, and the membrane effect…

Undermining is one of the main problems in hydraulic works, canals, slopes, and drainage systems. This phenomenon occurs when the force of water dislodges soil particles, causing progressive erosion, loss of stability, and structural damage. To control these types of processes, HIDROMALLA GEOESTERA stands out as an essential material due to its…