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Basal Reinforcement Constructing embankments over weak ground

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Site access over weak ground Site access is usually the first problem encountered when construction is to take place over weak soils. Tensar biaxial geogrids provide solutions for site access on a daily basis in most parts of the world. THE BENEFITS: ¡ Tensar Biaxial Geogrids will allow uninterrupted access over most types of soft and variable soil ¡ Enables the construction of a stable and safe working area Difficult access conditions. Tensar stabilised construction platform provides a stable and safe working area. Reference should be made to the complete range of Tensar literature and in...

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Constructing embankments over weak ground Construction of embankments over weak ground is common to many projects. Tensar geogrids can be used to avoid the use of more traditional methods, which involve excavation and subsequent replacement of these soft soils. In some projects, the controlled settlement of a structure may be an option. Tensar products lead the way in providing basal reinforcement solutions to maintain structural integrity during these critical phases. Other projects require negligible settlements or there may not be sufficient time to allow for long-term settlement. In...

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Basetex Soft ground High-strength structure of Tensar Basetex. Location of Basetex below embankment. Placement of fill on Basetex. For details of Tensar workshops visit www.tensar-international.com 4 Reinforcing embankment foundations Basetex high-strength geotextiles are used to reinforce the base of embankments to intercept failure surfaces which may extend into a low-strength foundation soil. Basetex geotextiles can also be used to reduce or avoid staged construction periods. Manufactured using a weft-insertion process, the Basetex range possesses quality-control strength up to 1200kN/m...

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Tensar Basetex can be installed in single or multi-layers to suit embankment design and construction. The high short-term strengths and factored long-term strengths of Basetex fabrics allow the product to span subterranean voids in areas prone to subsidence. This ensures long-term void spanning and the control of weak ground, which has the potential to collapse with catastrophic effects. THE BENEFITS OF BASETEX INCLUDE: ¡ Allows rapid construction ¡ Avoids or accelerates staged construction ¡ Avoids excavation and replacement ¡ Reduces loss of fill into weak foundations ¡ Enables safe...

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Firm stratum Weak Soil Tensar geocell Plastic failure condition Proven application of Tensar Geocell controlling differental settlement for over 15 years (UK). Controlling differential settlement Tensar Geocell has been used successfully in applications since its introduction in 1983. A continuous open cellular structure, the Tensar Geocell is typically 1m thick, comprising Tensar uniaxial and biaxial geogrids. It is rapidly assembled and once filled with drainage material, the geocell acts as a stiff platform that initially provides construction access and, ultimately, a stiffened...

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Geocell slipline. Basetex. Geocell installation using Tensar Uniaxial geogrid (Germany). Typical Tensar Uniaxial Geogrid Tensar SS Geogrid Tensar International Support Services Tensar International’s experienced engineers are available to provide clients, consultants and contractors with design and construction support. Designs are carried out using sophisticated software developed in-house. The services offered range from a free of charge application suggestion to a full design and supply service with professional indemnity cover. No liability in negligence or responsibility of any kind is...

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Tel: +44 (0)1254 262431 Fax: +44 (0)1254 266868 E-mail: info@tensar.co.uk www.tensar-international.com Tensar International Limited New Wellington Street Blackburn BB2 4PJ United Kingdom Your local distributor is: literature covering Tensar products and applications. Also available on request are product specifications, installation guides and specification notes. The complete range of Tensar literature consists of: • Tensar Geosynthetics in Civil Engineering A guide to the products and their applications • Ground Stabilisation Reinforcing unbound layers in roads and trafficked areas •...

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