Choosing Geosynthetics for Slope Protection
Slopes are very common in geotechnical construction. Slopes need reinforcement and protection, because there is always a risk of landslides caused by erosion on the slope. To prevent landslides and reduce erosion, geosynthetics for slope protection can be used to reinforce and protect the slope surface. This time we will discuss the geosynthetic products that […]
Difference Between Geogrid and Geonet
Geosynthetic products vary widely in form, material and application. However, some geosynthetic products look almost the same and are described in similar ways. One example is Geonet and Geogrid. Geonet and Geogrid are, of course, different products with different functions. But before discussing the difference between geogrid and geonet, we need to explain what Geonet […]
Geosynthetics for Cover Soil on Slopes
Slopes are a common feature of construction projects. Slope areas need special attention because they are a critical part of a project design and are usually found in structures such as embung (small retention reservoirs), landfills and the like. These slope areas may fail for several reasons, such as a lack of reinforcement, saturated soil […]
Types of Geocomposite and Their Uses
Geocomposite is a further development of geosynthetics: a combination of two or more geosynthetic materials. Combining geosynthetics speeds up installation and reduces the risk of damage that comes with installing several layers separately. Geocomposites serve as filtration, drainage, reinforcement and waterproof layers, depending on which geosynthetics are combined. Below are the types of geocomposite most […]
Geosynthetic Clay Liner (GCL) Overview
In construction, it is common to build containment areas. These containment areas may hold liquids, gases or solids, either to store the material or to prevent it from polluting the surrounding environment. In Indonesia, containment projects generally use a geosynthetic product called geomembrane, although a GCL (geosynthetic clay liner) is an increasingly popular alternative. Geomembrane […]
Causes of Geosynthetic Clay Liner Damage
Geosynthetic Clay Liner is a geosynthetic product used as a waterproof layer in construction and as an alternative to geomembrane. A Geosynthetic Clay Liner can self-heal if the bentonite clay between its geotextile layers is damaged. However, geosynthetic clay liner damage does not only occur in the bentonite layer; the geotextile layers can be damaged […]