Embankments

Embankments—a raised structure or bank, filled with granular or cohesive soils—are essential for creating stable, elevated platforms for key infrastructure, including roads, railways, and airport runways. Building an embankment is often necessary to raise ground levels over low-lying or uneven ground, delivering a robust and durable construction base.

For engineers and contractors, designing these structures requires careful planning. Heavy traffic loads and unpredictable soil conditions can lead to critical issues like differential settlement, poor drainage, and eventual structural failure. These problems result in costly repairs and disruptive, frequent maintenance requirements.

Geosynthetics Ltd provides a comprehensive suite of proven solutions to secure your embankment projects.

Why Choose Geosynthetics for Your Embankment Requirements?

Increased Bearing Capacity: Geogrids reinforce the fill material, acting like a stable foundation to significantly increase the load-bearing capacity of the embankment base, ensuring it can withstand heavy traffic.

Settlement and Stability Control: Robust geotextiles and geogrids provide reinforcement, separation and filtration, preventing intermixing of different soil layers and ensuring long-term structural integrity by mitigating differential settlement.

Effective Drainage and Barrier: Geomembranes and drainage geocomposites can be utilised to manage water flow within the structure, acting as a reliable barrier to prevent water ingress and improve overall drainage.

Free Educational Seminars: Knowledge-sharing opportunities to enhance your team’s understanding of geosynthetic applications in embankment construction.

Expert Engineering Support: Complimentary technical support to value-engineer the most competitive and effective solution for your specific project needs.

Our Key Products

  • EnkaMat™ – Turf Reinforcement Mat

    EnkaMat™ – Turf Reinforcement Mat

  • StrataGrid™ – Knitted Polyester Uniaxial Geogrid

    StrataGrid™ – Knitted Polyester Uniaxial Geogrid

  • Ekotex® Non Woven Geotextile

    Ekotex® Non Woven Geotextile

  • Interlock – Biaxial Geogrid

    Interlock – Biaxial Geogrid

  • EnkaGrid™ MAX C – Bonded Geogrid / Geotextile Composite

    EnkaGrid™ MAX C – Bonded Geogrid / Geotextile Composite

  • Pyramat – High Performance Turf Reinforcement Mat

    Pyramat – High Performance Turf Reinforcement Mat

  • StrataTex HSR™ – High Strength Woven Polyester Geotextile

    StrataTex HSR™ – High Strength Woven Polyester Geotextile

  • EnkaDrain™ – Polyamide Drainage Composite

    EnkaDrain™ – Polyamide Drainage Composite

  • 3D GREEN PP20 – Turf Reinforcement Mat

    3D GREEN PP20 – Turf Reinforcement Mat

View Case Study Library

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    Ekotex® – Barry Docks – Working Platform
    Historically Barry docks were used for the export of coal, and at one point was the largest coal exporting port…
  • EnkaDrain™ – Middlesbrough Sports Village – Horizontal Drainage
    EnkaDrain™ – Middlesbrough Sports Village – Horizontal Drainage
    Read about this project case study.
  • EnkaMat™ – Broadnook Village Gardens – Erosion Control
    EnkaMat™ – Broadnook Village Gardens – Erosion Control
    At Broadnook Garden Village in Leicestershire, establishing a sustainable, vegetated finish on steep embankments was a critical requirement for the…
  • High-performance structural drainage and vibration damping for HS2 Carol Green Underbridge
    High-performance structural drainage and vibration damping for HS2 Carol Green Underbridge
    Geosynthetics Limited worked alongside Balfour Beatty VINCI (BBV) to deliver a critical infrastructure solution for the HS2 Carol Green Underbridge…
  • Interlock and Ekotex® – Peel Ports – Offshore wind farm
    Interlock and Ekotex® – Peel Ports – Offshore wind farm
    Read about this project case study.
  • StrataGrid™ – Paragon Park – Acoustic Bund
    StrataGrid™ – Paragon Park – Acoustic Bund
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  • Hosted by David Middleton

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    Geosynthetic Applications for Reinforcement

    Discover a wide range of geosynthetic reinforcement solutions in this technical presentation. We cover practical applications from retaining walls, and reinforced slopes to foundations and working platforms and erosion control systems.

    You will see real-world project case studies from Geosynthetics Ltd and learn how our engineering department can directly support your project.
  • Hosted by Patricia

    Sustainable Engineering Solutions using Geosynthetics for Temporary and Permanent Works

    This presentation details geosynthetic reinforcement solutions, focusing on the specific challenges of wind farm projects. We cover practical design methods for reinforcing access tracks and hardstanding areas, including the use of Cellweb® TRP within tree root protection zones.

    We also provide a technical overview of other key applications, such as reinforced soil walls, working platforms, and embankment support. See real-world case studies from Geosynthetics Ltd and learn how our engineering department can assist with your project designs.
  • Hosted by Jamie Leake

    Tree Root Protection.

    Effective tree root protection is crucial for sustainable site development. This presentation zeroes in on our leading solution, Cellweb® TRP (Tree Root Protection). You will receive the core technical information and application guidance for Cellweb® TRP, ensuring compliance while maintaining soil permeability.

    We showcase real-world case studies demonstrating successful installations and review the product guarantee. Learn exactly how you can leverage the expertise of the Geosynthetics Ltd engineering department to specify and implement the right system for your projects.
  • Hosted by Colin Dobson

    Tree Root Protection

    Effective tree root protection is crucial for sustainable site development. This presentation zeroes in on our leading solution, Cellweb® TRP (Tree Root Protection). You will receive the core technical information and application guidance for Cellweb® TRP, ensuring compliance while maintaining soil permeability.

    We showcase real-world case studies demonstrating successful installations and review the product guarantee. Learn exactly how you can leverage the expertise of the Geosynthetics Ltd engineering department to specify and implement the right system for your projects.
  • Hosted by Steve Stewart

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    Alternatives to Conventional Surfacing Solutions

    Are you seeking robust alternatives to traditional surfacing? This presentation explores practical solutions for car parks, access roads, and specialist applications like ‘no dig’ zones, tree root protection, and green roofs. We introduce our proven product range, including Golpla grass reinforcement, Roofcell for rooftops, and heavy-duty Exopave pavers.

    You will see practical construction methods and real-world case studies from Geosynthetics Ltd, demonstrating how to achieve stable, high-performance surfaces for challenging site conditions.
  • Hosted by David Middleton

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    Geosynthetic solutions for common civil engineering applications

    Explore effective geosynthetic solutions across the full spectrum of civil engineering challenges. This presentation details our complete range, from environmental drainage and accelerated consolidation systems to slope stabilisation and soil reinforcement.

    We also cover geomembrane linings for containment and impermeable applications, plus innovative erosion control across temporary and permanent installations.

    You will see practical application methods, real-world project case studies, and learn how you can leverage the technical expertise of the Geosynthetics Ltd engineering department for your specific project challenges.
  • Hosted by Pablo Bernardini

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    Foundation Solutions for Temporary & Permanent Works

    Explore effective geosynthetic solutions for foundations on temporary and permanent works. This presentation details our complete range, of Geosynthetics systems including Geogrids, Geotextiles, Erosion Control and Drainage composites.

    You will see practical construction methods and real-world case studies from Geosynthetics Ltd, demonstrating how to achieve stable, high-performance structures for challenging site conditions.

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