Various Applications

In the construction of new railway tracks, geosynthetics can function as separators from materials that have different grain distributions, filters, drainage and soil reinforcement. Geosynthetics can be installed in or under the ballast or sub-ballast layers.

Embankment construction on soft soil is a very challenging job. In this context, the use of geosynthetics to improve embankment stability is one of the most effective and an excellent form of application in soil reinforcement engineering.

Geosynthetic reinforcement layers arranged in a horizontal direction are useful for slope stability preventing the potential for deep seated. This reinforced slope can be in the form of slope improvement and/or to strengthen the sides of an embankment construction. This reinforcement layer allows the slope surface to be built at a more upright angle than the unreinforced slope. In addition, if it is necessary for the stability of the slope surface (especially during backfilling and compaction work), relatively short layers with shorter distances are used as secondary reinforcement by wrapping the reinforcement layer on the facing side.

Geosynthetics are used for a variety of applications within wastewater treatment facilities. Most of its use is in the operation of ponds (lagoons) for anaerobic and aerobic processes. Another application is to improve the process of evaporation of waste water and dewatering sludge by using permeable GI-Tube geotextiles.

The basic coating system in the picture above is a double layer composite system. Consists of geomembrane/GCL composite as primary coating system and geomembrane/GCL composite as secondary coating. The leak detection system is located between the primary and secondary layers in the form of a composite between geotextiles and geonets.

Very light (approximately 1/50 or only 2% specific gravity of fill soil), thereby significantly reducing land subsidence and sliding. Very high compression strength relative to its weight, so it can be used for heavy weight applications

Geotechnical Instrumentation is a tool used to determine soil behavior and evaluate soil movement in anticipation of preventing structural failure in soil conditions (under real field conditions) as well as assessing the performance of new materials and methods used in design and construction. Geotechnical instrumentation work carried out includes the installation of Settlement Plate points, Vibrating Wire Piezometer points and Inclinometer monitoring points. Settlement Plate Knowing the magnitude of soil subsidence that occurs when used in land filling work. From the measurement results, it can be determined the amount of decline that occurs within a certain time period. Thus, the degree value land consolidation is sought. Piezometer Knowing the value of changes in pore water pressure in the soil due to changes in load that occur thus, The stability of the embankment can be maintained properly. Inclinometer Knowing the value of lateral movement of the soil. Installing this inclinometer also acts as an early warning system if there is one The surrounding buildings are very important.