FORTGRID geogrid reinforced soil is an innovative solution for stabilizing slopes on steep terrain. In San Mateo, Manta, Ecuador, this technology was applied to develop a house on a steep slope. Manta, in the province of Manabí, is one of the country's main urban and port centers. In addition, its strategic location in front of the...

The Provincial Municipality of Cajamarca, in partnership with SEDACAJ and Newmont, has developed an important water infrastructure project on the outskirts of the city. This is an elevated tank of 1,100 m³, located in the Qhapaq Ñan area, which supplies drinking water to more than 20,000 inhabitants. This project faced major...

Asphalt overlays on cracked pavements work under a scenario of cyclic tensile and shear loading, which generates the early appearance of reflected cracks on the surface. In this context, Geomatrix has developed and evaluated the performance of its FORTGRID ASPHALT geogrids. These geogrids are used as asphalt reinforcement systems to control the appearance of...

The mining industry faces efficiency, safety and sustainability challenges. In this context, geosynthetics in mining, such as geotextiles and geogrids, have become key allies to optimize construction and environmental processes. These innovative solutions offer multiple benefits over traditional techniques, allowing for better ground control, tailings management, and the use of geotextiles and geogrids....

A growing challenge: protecting river banks In a world where extreme weather events are becoming more frequent, geocontainers for river bank rehabilitation are presented as a smart solution to protect rivers and water bodies, reducing erosion and strengthening infrastructure. Traditional solutions, such as riverbanks, have been...

In a reinforced soil structure, proper water management reduces the risk of saturation, minimizes hydrostatic pressure and prevents problems such as erosion or even structural collapse. According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), well-designed drainage systems are indispensable to the success of any infrastructure project with soils....

Hydrotube geotextile tubes are an efficient solution for erosion control, hydraulic protection and sludge dewatering in infrastructure and mining projects. Their performance depends directly on a correct installation and filling process, as this guarantees the stability of the structure and the retention of solids. Below, you will find...

TRM erosion control blankets are essential in the protection of bare slopes exposed to rainfall or surface runoff. These terrains, especially those with low cohesion soils, often suffer laminar erosion, a process characterized by the uniform loss of fine particles that compromises soil stability and hinders the establishment...

Reinforced soil walls are an efficient and sustainable solution for construction in challenging terrain. These structures offer stability in retaining walls, slopes and embankments, even in soft soils. However, when located in areas with a high risk of flooding, additional criteria must be applied to ensure their performance and durability.....

1. Effect of reinforcement FORTGRID BX biaxial geogrids are commonly installed at the interface between the base and subbase, between the subbase and subgrade, or within the granular base itself. This significantly reduces the stresses transmitted to the subgrade compared to unreinforced sections (Figure 1). ...