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Curves, Terracing and Planting Complete Solutions Tensartech Earth Retaining Systems for Architects Attractive Tensartech Earth Retaining Walls and Slopes

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We're here to help Tensar Technology - proven practical solutions and the know-how to apply them. Based on the proven performance of Tensar geogrids, Tensar Technology is widely adopted retaining walls and slopes. We can help apply Tensar Technology to produce the most attractive earth retaining system for your project... visually attractive, environmentally attractive and at an attractive cost. Tensarfec/? Attractive Earth Retaining Walls and Slopes

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The unique modular block system provides simple build and cost effective projects. Tensartech earth retaining wall systems give you the confidence of having independent certification by the ‘ British Board of Agrement Tensar International is a world leader in geogrid technology and a leading provider of high performance earth retaining systems. Tensar offers a broad variety of cost-effective and attractive alternatives for all types of construction projects which have demanding changes in ground level. With more than twenty-five years of experience, Tensar’s engineers are available to...

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A design life of up to 120 years is achieved. The choice of facing is an important part of the creative process. Cost savings of up to 50% over conventional concrete structures may be possible. Beauty, reliability and experience – a winning combination Clients can rest assured that behind the attractive façade lies a structure reinforced by geogrids with a range of independent certifications. 4 Our wide range of finishes and solutions means we can help you to satisfy local planning and approval issues. Tensartech earth retaining

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Create environmental noise bunds and screens. Our design office is on hand to provide application suggestions. Tensartech earth retaining walls and slopes combine to provide aesthetic environments. Creating a Choice of Finishes systems - providing beauty, structural integrity and long term reliability With Tensartech Earth Retaining Walls and Slopes, the Architect has a choice. Concrete faces including modular blocks are available in a range of attractive colours and styles. Soft ‘green’ faces can be planted to create eyecatching features in any building development. Combining the features...

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Tensar are able to provide all necessary design certification and working calculations for your projects. Assistance from Concept to Completion For over twenty five years Tensar International has been providing innovative and attractive solutions for Design Engineers and Architects. Tensar’s range of earth retaining systems together with our unrivalled experience and expertise can help provide an attractive, economical answer to difficult soil retaining problems on a range of developments. There is a choice of finishes for structures to meet the demands of differing construction...

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Alternatively, softer, green finishes may be designed where the surroundings demand a more sympathetic approach to nature. A combination of face options providing a more aesthetic finish. of experience and expertise Creating Curves, Terracing and Planting By terracing and planting the concrete block finish is softened. It transforms a wall with a 120 year design life and acceptable to Highways Authorities worldwide, to become an eye-catching piece of architecture.

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A modular block wall is used with spectacular effect on this twin arch bridge. Tensar repeatedly answer the economic demands of environmental projects. With Tensartech Earth Retaining Systems it is economical to design and construct a structure to which an external more architecturally pleasing or appropriate facing can be attached. Faces such as natural stone and reconstituted stone blocks are often selected to produce cost effective yet beautiful earth retaining walls which complement their surroundings. 8 This sandstone finish was easily achieved by using a modular block wall system and...

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A choice of construction methods mean Tensar are well adapted to the most demanding projects. Early involvement with our design service ensured a visitor friendly solution. economical and efficient earth retaining systems in demanding situations Produce the most Creative Solution for your Project By utilising Tensartech Earth Retaining Systems the Architect can be inventive with the facing of the System to provide unique looking retaining walls which become a feature in themselves. A combination of slopes, walls and planting provides ‘friendlier’ environments.

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The earlier you involve Tensar, the more we will be able to assist you in successfully completing your project. TENSAR OFFERS A RANGE OF DESIGN SCHEMES IN 3 CORE STREAMS Supply Only A Application Suggestion & Supply c conceptual drawing & advice Design & Supply complete construction design & drawings Find out how we can help The unrivalled experienced of Tensar International’s staff is available to help you create stunning looking yet economical earth retaining systems. We can provide guidance and impartial advice right from first contact at feasibility stage right through to construction....

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Tensar International Limited Cunningham Court, Shadsworth Business Park, Blackburn BB1 2QX, United Kingdom Tel +44 (0) 1254 262431 Fax +44 (0) 1254 266868 Email info@tensar.co.uk www.tensar-international.com TENSAR TW1 WALL SYSTEM FOR REINFORCED SOIL RETAINING WALLS AND BRIDGE ABUTMENTS TENSAR RE GEOGRIDS FOR REINFORCED SOIL RETAINING WALL AND BRIDGE ABUTMENT SYSTEMS TENSAR RE GEOGRIDS FOR REINFORCED SOIL EMBANKMENTS FORTICRETE KEYSTONE SYSTEMS FOR REINFORCED SOIL RETAINING WALLS AND BRIDGE ABUTMENTS © Copyright Tensar International Printed March 2009, 79010067 The information in this...

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