Geocells in 2005 – Our flagship Product – Following a Two- Year Testing in Our Company Labs, Became the Boosting Success
Who we are? On the market since 1993
Geo Globe Polska (formerly Kruk i Fischer) was established in 1993 as a joint venture enterprise with a German partner Dr K.G. Fischer. In response to the vast market potential we are still developing and enlarging the range of our services. Our leading technology then was vacuum thermoforming of plastics such as: ABS, PE, PS, PP, PMMA, which involves heating plastic to a point of plasticity before it is injected by ram pressure into the closed mold cavity. After several years – as a result of reorganization – Kruk i Fischer became a family-owned business with all the capital being owned by the members of the Kruk family. A step forward in the history of Kruk i Fischer was the purchasing of MIPLAST Sp. z o.o. – former Nitron S.A. Scientific Research Centre with its registered seat in Mikołów in the year of 2003. In the years to follow the Enterprise has been earning reputation of a leader on the plastic industry market. Then the market launch of GEOMAXX® geocells in 2005 – our flagship product – following a two- year testing in our company labs, became the boosting success. In 2008 we received an EU grant support from the European Regional Development Fund following the Sectoral Operational Programme Improvement of the Competitiveness of Enterprises, years 2004–2006 for our project called Innovative Technology of Geocells of Various Resistances and Temperature Resistance.
Another grant from the EU funds from the European Fundation of Regional On October 1st, 2008 the enterprise was transformed from a limited Development the Regional Operational Programme of the Silesia liability company into a limited Voivodeship (ROP SV) for years 2007-2013 for the project called: joint-stock partnership, "Innovative technology for production of sheets and film production changing alsoits business name based on obtained granulate" allowed us to extend our possibilities. into Geo Globe Polska.
Clear cut development strategy We can say that it is the existence of our two strengths that makes us a strong and dynamically developing enterprise. We are aiming to develop strategy based on solid information, to win advantage on the competitive market and to create efficient, customer-oriented and cost-effective enterprise. Our mission is a broader development on the European markets while keeping a strong position of a leader on our domestic market in Poland. GEOCELLS Everything tailor-made Our aim is the delivery of tailor-made services. Fast and efficient sales require an individual approach to consumer Everything Tailor Made preference!
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43-190 Mikołów ul. Dzieńdziela 30 tel. +48 32 226 07 96 fax +48 32 226 05 05 [email protected] www.geoglobe.pl www.geoglobe.pl GEOCELLS Geocells 2 Everything Tailor Made What is it? Geocells
Load Support 5 what is it? Co to takiego? The cellular confinement system was developed in the late 1970s as part of a scientific research of Presto Product Co. with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This method was used as a pioneering project in operation Desert Storm during the Persian Gulf War where there was a need for a Roadway shoulders 7 very fast and effective transportation of heavy military equipment. Single cell view Co to takiego? how it works?
Cellular confinement system improves the performance of such cohesionless materials as gravel or sand. By confining the material, the Unpaved roads 10 geosynthetic structure enables also the proper density of compaction.
The main elements of this system are open sections filled with various infill cell length (l) stretching direction materials. This infill improvement helps to eliminate the need for more costly, complicated structural elements or expensive techniques. Cellular cell width (w) confinement system provides optimal solutions for poor carrying capacity Cell dimentions of soil and at the same time cost-effective soil stabilization results. Cellular confinement system has Channels and hydraulic structures 12 The plastic and its product itself are not been popular on the Polish regarded as dangerous to health. Also, market as geocell, fabricated Co to takiego? thanks to its insolubility in water and polyethylene. Its operating chemical resistance (also in soil) it is temperature ranges from -50°C regarded as not presenting a risk to the to +80°C, its melting point can environment. vary from +125°C to +132°C.
Connected sections Erosion control / Slope protection 15 – abutted cells walls Co to takiego? The complexity of the system and its versatility is ensured by realizing, at the minimum cost, a range of features currently required for the earthworks and water structures, such as reinforcement, filtration, separation, drainage, protection. The simplicity of the solution and its effectiveness arise from the possibility of using weak aggregate as the infill Retaining walls 18 material. The aggregate locked inside each cell of the geocells system and compacted according to specific compaction index increases the load Co to takiego? bearing even up to over dozens of times. Installing the system does not require complicated tools nor methods, which leads to possibility of elimination of unnecessary more expensive technologies and the resulting total costs.
Railway 21 210 mm – standard cell H Co to takiego? L
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Airports 24 Section expanded Co to takiego? 2 GEOCELLS Geocells 2 Everything Tailor Made What is it? Geocells
Load Support 5 what is it? Co to takiego? The cellular confinement system was developed in the late 1970s as part of a scientific research of Presto Product Co. with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This method was used as a pioneering project in operation Desert Storm during the Persian Gulf War where there was a need for a Roadway shoulders 7 very fast and effective transportation of heavy military equipment. Single cell view Co to takiego? how it works?
Cellular confinement system improves the performance of such cohesionless materials as gravel or sand. By confining the material, the Unpaved roads 10 geosynthetic structure enables also the proper density of compaction.
The main elements of this system are open sections filled with various infill cell length (l) stretching direction materials. This infill improvement helps to eliminate the need for more costly, complicated structural elements or expensive techniques. Cellular cell width (w) confinement system provides optimal solutions for poor carrying capacity Cell dimentions of soil and at the same time cost-effective soil stabilization results. Cellular confinement system has Channels and hydraulic structures 12 The plastic and its product itself are not been popular on the Polish regarded as dangerous to health. Also, market as geocell, fabricated Co to takiego? thanks to its insolubility in water and polyethylene. Its operating chemical resistance (also in soil) it is temperature ranges from -50°C regarded as not presenting a risk to the to +80°C, its melting point can environment. vary from +125°C to +132°C.
Connected sections Erosion control / Slope protection 15 – abutted cells walls Co to takiego? The complexity of the system and its versatility is ensured by realizing, at the minimum cost, a range of features currently required for the earthworks and water structures, such as reinforcement, filtration, separation, drainage, protection. The simplicity of the solution and its effectiveness arise from the possibility of using weak aggregate as the infill Retaining walls 18 material. The aggregate locked inside each cell of the geocells system and compacted according to specific compaction index increases the load Co to takiego? bearing even up to over dozens of times. Installing the system does not require complicated tools nor methods, which leads to possibility of elimination of unnecessary more expensive technologies and the resulting total costs.
Railway 21 210 mm – standard cell H Co to takiego? L
W
Airports 24 Section expanded Co to takiego? 2 Cellular confinement system is manufactured in two Perforation benefits Load variants: perforations and a textured surface increase the Strengths cellular confinement system from non-perforated friction angle between aggregate infill and the cell wall, textured strips, marking (TN), generating better aggregate lockup and greater overall cellular confinement system from perforated load distribution, of cellular confinement textured strips, marking (TP). perforations facilitate lateral cell-to-cell drainage Geocells are also available with the following cell depths: of excessive ground and surface water, reducing the 50 mm, 75 mm, 100 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm, 300 mm. negative effects of trafficking over saturated soils. The confining cell structure imparts an effective cohesion to the infill The width dimension of the strip indicates the cell material, thereby increasing its shear strength and stiffness. This depth. Cellular confinement system is also available in improvement results from the hoop strength of the cell walls, the passive Distribution of confinement strengths different variants regarding the cell size that is Installation resistance of the adjacent cells and the high frictional interaction between determined by following weld spacing: Lightweight sections are delivered in collapsed form the infill and the cell walls. • small cells: and are easily expanded. They can be fast and easily 330 mm ± 2% – the marking GWS 330 expanded in an uncomplicated manner. Infill can be The cell wall structure shows improved lateral load spreading as the result 356 mm ±2% – the marking GWS 356 placed manually, with simple tools or construction 1 • medium cells: equipment. of increased wall-infill interface friction. 3 3 The blocks create a flexible structure bridge system of increased stiffness. 375 mm ±2% – the marking GWS 375 Geocell is installed using rectangular stretcher frames 2 2 462 mm ± 2% – the marking GWM 462 – their aim is to expand the suitably dimensioned The structural bridge results in significant improvements in the long-term • large cells: sections. Stretcher frames used in installation are performance of the load support system and helps to reduce the thickness Rutting without cellular confinement 660 mm ± 2% – the marking GWL 660 necessary to obtain proper section geometry. They are of structural support elements. system – starts when the wedge 1 pushes and displaces zones 2 and 3 71 2 mm ± 2% – the marking GWL 712 used only during infilling and are designed for 750 mm ± 2% – the marking GWL 750 multiple use. The advantages of using cellular confinement system (geocells) for single- Individual geocell sections can be easily connected layer road bases, yards or paved surfaces is the reduction of costs of ground The general rule is that the bigger load or the weaker using versatile clip arms, staples and anchors. For more 1 subsoil, the deeper (higher) cells are required. The works and infill materials. 3 3 demanding constructions some other accessories are 2 2 higher (deeper) and the smaller the cell is, the better also used including tendons, anchoring systems, etc. load bearing capability. The cellular confinement system enables also the application of less Suitably dimensioned geocell sections are shipped to expensive on-site aggregate infill in place of more costly imported The system of geocells prevents the construction site in their collapsed form, banded materials. As loads are distributed through the structural bridge over the rutting of the ground confining zone 2 and secured with stretch foil on pallets. Sections are Cellular confinement system brings about the soft subgrade, the thickness and weight of structural support elements can by stopping folded in such a manner that is easy to unfold and following effects be reduced by 50% or more in comparison to the conventional load expand them at site. reduction of road-structure thickness as different support. from the conventional solutions due to elimination of deep soil replacement, Flexible design solution increasing shear resistance of the geocell infill Geocell constructions can be easily adapted to a wide 1 Confinement strengths created by materials due to its their confinement and compaction range of design requirements and site conditions. The friction strengths between the infill within the cells, material and the cells walls. versatility of the system results from its inherent reduction of soil settlement as the effect of natural flexibility, unique load deformation behavior and compaction and prevention of lateral movements of Confinement strengths created by suitability for a wide range of infill materials and 2 aggregate infill of geocell, passive resistance of adhering cells. foundation soils. reduction of high stresses to the subbase as the result of the improved load distribution on the adjacent 3 Confinement strengths created by passive resistance of adhering cells. geocells, Natural colored facing enabling stormwater filtration through the bedding Standard wall sections are available with green, tan, or layers thanks to the application of loose materials, black fascia colors to create a blending with natural stability and erosion resistance of earth slope environments. Special fascia colors can be surfaces, manufactured to meet unique aesthetic requirements. soil reinforcing and stabilization for example To meet up your individual expectations we have under road embankments and sports fields. prepared polyethylene which is ultraviolet light- stabilized to resist color fading and increase system Different type of infill material Rutting without confinement Load distribution with durability and quality performance to levels meeting With reference to the design requirements and the Geocells system typical engineering requirements. geotechnical site conditions, the application of different types of infill materials is possible: topsoil with various selected vegetation, various mineral materials including sand, gravel, aggregate or stones, concrete of various strengths and surface finishes, lon-site fill materials, with reference to the design requirements – combined options of the ones above.
3 4 Cellular confinement system is manufactured in two Perforation benefits Load variants: perforations and a textured surface increase the Strengths cellular confinement system from non-perforated friction angle between aggregate infill and the cell wall, textured strips, marking (TN), generating better aggregate lockup and greater overall cellular confinement system from perforated load distribution, of cellular confinement textured strips, marking (TP). perforations facilitate lateral cell-to-cell drainage Geocells are also available with the following cell depths: of excessive ground and surface water, reducing the 50 mm, 75 mm, 100 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm, 300 mm. negative effects of trafficking over saturated soils. The confining cell structure imparts an effective cohesion to the infill The width dimension of the strip indicates the cell material, thereby increasing its shear strength and stiffness. This depth. Cellular confinement system is also available in improvement results from the hoop strength of the cell walls, the passive Distribution of confinement strengths different variants regarding the cell size that is Installation resistance of the adjacent cells and the high frictional interaction between determined by following weld spacing: Lightweight sections are delivered in collapsed form the infill and the cell walls. • small cells: and are easily expanded. They can be fast and easily 330 mm ± 2% – the marking GWS 330 expanded in an uncomplicated manner. Infill can be The cell wall structure shows improved lateral load spreading as the result 356 mm ±2% – the marking GWS 356 placed manually, with simple tools or construction 1 • medium cells: equipment. of increased wall-infill interface friction. 3 3 The blocks create a flexible structure bridge system of increased stiffness. 375 mm ±2% – the marking GWS 375 Geocell is installed using rectangular stretcher frames 2 2 462 mm ± 2% – the marking GWM 462 – their aim is to expand the suitably dimensioned The structural bridge results in significant improvements in the long-term • large cells: sections. Stretcher frames used in installation are performance of the load support system and helps to reduce the thickness Rutting without cellular confinement 660 mm ± 2% – the marking GWL 660 necessary to obtain proper section geometry. They are of structural support elements. system – starts when the wedge 1 pushes and displaces zones 2 and 3 71 2 mm ± 2% – the marking GWL 712 used only during infilling and are designed for 750 mm ± 2% – the marking GWL 750 multiple use. The advantages of using cellular confinement system (geocells) for single- Individual geocell sections can be easily connected layer road bases, yards or paved surfaces is the reduction of costs of ground The general rule is that the bigger load or the weaker using versatile clip arms, staples and anchors. For more 1 subsoil, the deeper (higher) cells are required. The works and infill materials. 3 3 demanding constructions some other accessories are 2 2 higher (deeper) and the smaller the cell is, the better also used including tendons, anchoring systems, etc. load bearing capability. The cellular confinement system enables also the application of less Suitably dimensioned geocell sections are shipped to expensive on-site aggregate infill in place of more costly imported The system of geocells prevents the construction site in their collapsed form, banded materials. As loads are distributed through the structural bridge over the rutting of the ground confining zone 2 and secured with stretch foil on pallets. Sections are Cellular confinement system brings about the soft subgrade, the thickness and weight of structural support elements can by stopping folded in such a manner that is easy to unfold and following effects be reduced by 50% or more in comparison to the conventional load expand them at site. reduction of road-structure thickness as different support. from the conventional solutions due to elimination of deep soil replacement, Flexible design solution increasing shear resistance of the geocell infill Geocell constructions can be easily adapted to a wide 1 Confinement strengths created by materials due to its their confinement and compaction range of design requirements and site conditions. The friction strengths between the infill within the cells, material and the cells walls. versatility of the system results from its inherent reduction of soil settlement as the effect of natural flexibility, unique load deformation behavior and compaction and prevention of lateral movements of Confinement strengths created by suitability for a wide range of infill materials and 2 aggregate infill of geocell, passive resistance of adhering cells. foundation soils. reduction of high stresses to the subbase as the result of the improved load distribution on the adjacent 3 Confinement strengths created by passive resistance of adhering cells. geocells, Natural colored facing enabling stormwater filtration through the bedding Standard wall sections are available with green, tan, or layers thanks to the application of loose materials, black fascia colors to create a blending with natural stability and erosion resistance of earth slope environments. Special fascia colors can be surfaces, manufactured to meet unique aesthetic requirements. soil reinforcing and stabilization for example To meet up your individual expectations we have under road embankments and sports fields. prepared polyethylene which is ultraviolet light- stabilized to resist color fading and increase system Different type of infill material Rutting without confinement Load distribution with durability and quality performance to levels meeting With reference to the design requirements and the Geocells system typical engineering requirements. geotechnical site conditions, the application of different types of infill materials is possible: topsoil with various selected vegetation, various mineral materials including sand, gravel, aggregate or stones, concrete of various strengths and surface finishes, lon-site fill materials, with reference to the design requirements – combined options of the ones above.
3 4 LOAD SUPPORT Everything Tailor Made
Load support
Improving subsoil stability Confinement with the load support system produces a The subgrade thickness of gravel and breakstone stiff base with high flexural strength. Acting like a semi- requires 50% or less base material when material rigid slab, loads are distributed latterly reducing is confined to achieve the same load support subgrade contact pressures. Minimizes load-related requirements. Geocells allow to use lower quality deformation and settlement. sand in temporal or permanent road constructions, even over soft subgrades.
Intermodal Yards Cellular confinement system improves load distribution characteristics on paved and unpaved surfaces. Subgrade contact pressure from dynamic and static loadings are distributed throughout the three-dimensional cellular network of the geosystem. This reduces pavement deflections and rutting and minimizes maintenance costs. surface material
Track Ballast perforated geocells section The cellular confinement system prevents lateral displacement of ballast and sub-ballast materials. This improves track structure stiffness for greater rail alignment and stability. Differential and total geocells infill material settlement of the ballast, even on low-strength subgrades, is significantly reduced. Long-term granular subbase track performance in high-traffic areas such as grade crossings, geotextile switches and turnouts can be greatly reduced. subgrade
Typical applications permanent and temporary site access roads TYPICAL LOAD SUPPORT STRUCTURE permeable, load-supporting surfaces foundation mattresses and pipeline protection boat ramps and low water crossings trails and walkways Pavement base stabilization Granular pavement Grass pavement roadway shoulders base for asphalt/modular block pavements
transportation/storage yards asphalt concrete surface intermodal/port facilities asphalt surface topsoil/sod surface transportation and container terminals perforated geocells granular subbase section aggregated infill perforated geocells section 70/30 aggregate/topsoil mix
perforated geocells granular subbase granular subbase section aggregated base infill Geotextile Geotextile Geotextile
subgrade subgrade subgrade
5 6 LOAD SUPPORT Everything Tailor Made
Load support
Improving subsoil stability Confinement with the load support system produces a The subgrade thickness of gravel and breakstone stiff base with high flexural strength. Acting like a semi- requires 50% or less base material when material rigid slab, loads are distributed latterly reducing is confined to achieve the same load support subgrade contact pressures. Minimizes load-related requirements. Geocells allow to use lower quality deformation and settlement. sand in temporal or permanent road constructions, even over soft subgrades.
Intermodal Yards Cellular confinement system improves load distribution characteristics on paved and unpaved surfaces. Subgrade contact pressure from dynamic and static loadings are distributed throughout the three-dimensional cellular network of the geosystem. This reduces pavement deflections and rutting and minimizes maintenance costs. surface material
Track Ballast perforated geocells section The cellular confinement system prevents lateral displacement of ballast and sub-ballast materials. This improves track structure stiffness for greater rail alignment and stability. Differential and total geocells infill material settlement of the ballast, even on low-strength subgrades, is significantly reduced. Long-term granular subbase track performance in high-traffic areas such as grade crossings, geotextile switches and turnouts can be greatly reduced. subgrade
Typical applications permanent and temporary site access roads TYPICAL LOAD SUPPORT STRUCTURE permeable, load-supporting surfaces foundation mattresses and pipeline protection boat ramps and low water crossings trails and walkways Pavement base stabilization Granular pavement Grass pavement roadway shoulders base for asphalt/modular block pavements
transportation/storage yards asphalt concrete surface intermodal/port facilities asphalt surface topsoil/sod surface transportation and container terminals perforated geocells granular subbase section aggregated infill perforated geocells section 70/30 aggregate/topsoil mix
perforated geocells granular subbase granular subbase section aggregated base infill Geotextile Geotextile Geotextile
subgrade subgrade subgrade
5 6 ROADWAY SHOULDERS Everything Tailor Made Typical granular pavement
Roadway shoulders crushed stone surface GRANULAR ACCESS ROAD crushed stone infill perforated geocells section Stable and lasting roadway shoulders together with proper road conditions belong to the most significant factors contributing to road safety. In many countries in Europe long-time attempts have been made to solve this problem, granular subbase appropriating funds to improve road safety. According to German ADAC statistics 56 800 road accidents in which geotextile (if required) 2350 people died in 2005 were caused by unstable roadway shoulders. 150 geocell projects of reinforcing and subbase modernizing roadway shoulders were completed in Germany in the years of 2006 and 2007 within as few as 20 months. Roadway shoulders in Poland leave a lot to be desired and unquestionably this is one of those areas where the application of geocells, in addition to increasing road safety would also bring technical and economical Geocells would improve and simplify repairs, advantages. reinforcement and regenerations of soft shoulder of regional, district and rural roads (it would reduce the potential for soil loss along Such reinforced shoulder serves also well for safer cycling bituminous roadways) as it is commonly made Benefits of geocells and pedestrian traffic. In addition to minimizing the risk in other EU countries. distributes loads laterally and reduces vertical deflection and subgrade contact pressures, significantly through a stable, resistant to lane grooves significantly minimizes surface rutting, surface of controlled geometry, we can achieve economic when confined, base material requirements can be reduced by 50% or more by substantially reducing the effects through our technology as: loading on sub-surface soils, it is possible to use locally available compactable materials, controls shearing and lateral movement of the coarse and permeable infill material, conventional subgrade is not required, with open aggregate infill, reduces storm water runoff and creates on-site water detention/retention basin, the compact size of geosynthetic materials makes it good for transportation, does not require deep-soil excavation which significantly reduces costs, simple, technical methods can be used (standard plate compactors), easy to install even in difficult conditions, installation does not require heavy duty equipment and small dimensions during transportation can also installation is fast (for example 3 persons can install more than 200 running meters per working shift). reduce costs, reduces high stresses on the subbase as a result of the vertical load distribution on lateral distribution, Construction description – practical solution reduces vertical deflections, minimizing down-slope migration of particles, The suggested structural solution for the reinforcement and regeneration of hard shoulder can be applied in both minimizes impact of differential and overall settlement even on low-strength subgrades, built-in areas as well as on land not built on. This solution guarantees construction safety at loads of 115 kN per axle. the perforated system facilitates natural drainage and provides greater resistance to upward displacement Two shoulder widths are offered: 1.0 m and 1.5 m – these are the most common soft shoulder widths on Polish caused by freeze/thaw cycles. roads. Geocell sections widths correspond to this width: przy szerokości docelowej pobocza 1.0 m sekcja ma 5 komórek po 20,3 cm przy szerokości docelowej pobocza 1.5 m sekcja ma 7 komórek po 20,3 cm
road schoulder cut o (removing vegetation) avarage width 10 cm
1,00 Typical grass pavement existing surface construction without changes 8%
grass surface 0,20 GRASS ACCESS LANE (WIDTH VARIES) sod or topsoil 70/30 aggregate/topsoil mix perforated geocells section 1:1,5 geotextile 1,42 granular subbase geotextile (if required) 5 cm – granular surface cover, granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm subgrade 20 cm – CCS with cells infilled with material, granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm CONSTRUCTION OF A ROAD SHOULDER separating layer – non-woven geotextile, single-side needled with a target width – 1,0 m N=16÷25 kN/m
7 8 ROADWAY SHOULDERS Everything Tailor Made Typical granular pavement
Roadway shoulders crushed stone surface GRANULAR ACCESS ROAD crushed stone infill perforated geocells section Stable and lasting roadway shoulders together with proper road conditions belong to the most significant factors contributing to road safety. In many countries in Europe long-time attempts have been made to solve this problem, granular subbase appropriating funds to improve road safety. According to German ADAC statistics 56 800 road accidents in which geotextile (if required) 2350 people died in 2005 were caused by unstable roadway shoulders. 150 geocell projects of reinforcing and subbase modernizing roadway shoulders were completed in Germany in the years of 2006 and 2007 within as few as 20 months. Roadway shoulders in Poland leave a lot to be desired and unquestionably this is one of those areas where the application of geocells, in addition to increasing road safety would also bring technical and economical Geocells would improve and simplify repairs, advantages. reinforcement and regenerations of soft shoulder of regional, district and rural roads (it would reduce the potential for soil loss along Such reinforced shoulder serves also well for safer cycling bituminous roadways) as it is commonly made Benefits of geocells and pedestrian traffic. In addition to minimizing the risk in other EU countries. distributes loads laterally and reduces vertical deflection and subgrade contact pressures, significantly through a stable, resistant to lane grooves significantly minimizes surface rutting, surface of controlled geometry, we can achieve economic when confined, base material requirements can be reduced by 50% or more by substantially reducing the effects through our technology as: loading on sub-surface soils, it is possible to use locally available compactable materials, controls shearing and lateral movement of the coarse and permeable infill material, conventional subgrade is not required, with open aggregate infill, reduces storm water runoff and creates on-site water detention/retention basin, the compact size of geosynthetic materials makes it good for transportation, does not require deep-soil excavation which significantly reduces costs, simple, technical methods can be used (standard plate compactors), easy to install even in difficult conditions, installation does not require heavy duty equipment and small dimensions during transportation can also installation is fast (for example 3 persons can install more than 200 running meters per working shift). reduce costs, reduces high stresses on the subbase as a result of the vertical load distribution on lateral distribution, Construction description – practical solution reduces vertical deflections, minimizing down-slope migration of particles, The suggested structural solution for the reinforcement and regeneration of hard shoulder can be applied in both minimizes impact of differential and overall settlement even on low-strength subgrades, built-in areas as well as on land not built on. This solution guarantees construction safety at loads of 115 kN per axle. the perforated system facilitates natural drainage and provides greater resistance to upward displacement Two shoulder widths are offered: 1.0 m and 1.5 m – these are the most common soft shoulder widths on Polish caused by freeze/thaw cycles. roads. Geocell sections widths correspond to this width: przy szerokości docelowej pobocza 1.0 m sekcja ma 5 komórek po 20,3 cm przy szerokości docelowej pobocza 1.5 m sekcja ma 7 komórek po 20,3 cm
road schoulder cut o (removing vegetation) avarage width 10 cm
1,00 Typical grass pavement existing surface construction without changes 8%
grass surface 0,20 GRASS ACCESS LANE (WIDTH VARIES) sod or topsoil 70/30 aggregate/topsoil mix perforated geocells section 1:1,5 geotextile 1,42 granular subbase geotextile (if required) 5 cm – granular surface cover, granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm subgrade 20 cm – CCS with cells infilled with material, granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm CONSTRUCTION OF A ROAD SHOULDER separating layer – non-woven geotextile, single-side needled with a target width – 1,0 m N=16÷25 kN/m
7 8 UNPAVED ROADS Everything Tailor Made
road schoulder cut o (removing vegetation) avarage width 10 cm
1,50 Unpaved roads existing surface construction 8% without changes (eg. forestry roads)
0,20 Maintaining roads in proper conditions, not only paved surfaces but also 1:1,5 local, forestry, fire escape routes or access roads can cause problems due to 1,92 inappropriate characteristics of subsoil which can cause rutting, dents, break outs, washing out and settlements of unpaved surfaces.
5 cm – granular surface cover, granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm A modern solution for maintenance, reconstruction and construction of 20 cm – CCS with cells infilled with material, roads – especially on impervious low strength soils – is the cellular granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm CONSTRUCTION OF A ROAD SHOULDER separating layer – non-woven geotextile, single-side needled confinement system (geocells). with a target width – 1,5 m N=16÷25 kN/m This system brings economical and technical benefits related to the limitation of deep soil replacement, opportunity to use The cellular confinement system stabilizes aggregate of lower quality (recycled quality), enabling highly the material of road subgrade; acting like a effective drainage system and considerably extended semi-rigid slab, loads are distributed latterly operational life in comparison to the conventional solutions. reducing subgrade contact pressures and minimizing deformations and settlement. Basic works at shoulder reinforcement The system can be used for the construction of permanent and temporary roads. Improving load bearing capacity of roads of granular and permeable surfaces used by heavy-duty equipment; at the removing vegetated topsoil and disposed of at an off-site, same time – minimizing costs. The system reduces the amount of surface preparing a bed of the depth of 25 cm and putting the ground next to the excavation (non-swelling soil), trimming the edge of bituminous roadway, water and replenishes groundwater supplies. Traffic or parking surfaces expanding geotextile, non-woven, single stitch was used, with tensile strength of N=16÷25 kN/m, can be covered with vegetation, which is a very beneficial solution for the expanding cellular confinement system, preserved areas. filling and compacting geocells, 25 cm (compaction index Is 0,98).
The most economic variant of reinforcement occurs when it is possible to use soil from the shoulder. The soil should have characteristics of ground which is resistant to upward displacement caused by freeze/thaw cycles. The system should be filled up to the height of 25 cm with excavation ground (20 cm filling the geocells, 5 cm covering), which is the thickness of compacted infill layer. If the Investor has got recycled asphalt (recycled asphalt – material obtained after milling the bituminous courses), it can be used as the covering part of the thickness of 5 cm. This layer can prevent excessive vegetation on the soft shoulder. The system should be filled up to the height of 20 cm with excavation ground, which is the thickness of GRANULAR ACCESS ROAD compacted infill layer. The infill aggregate grain size should not exceed 50mm. Grains bigger than that should be removed prior to compaction, and replaced with infill material. If the material in roadway shoulder is non-swelling soil, it should be mixed with stone or blast furnace aggregate. If adding aggregate is not economical, the excavated material should be disposed of at an off-site and replaced with non-swelling soil. The infill aggregate grain size cannot exceed 50mm.
TYPICAL GRANULAR PAVEMENT SURFACE 0,05m crushed stone surface In order to improve the shoulder quality 0,1m GWS 100 section with crushed stone infill (minimizing vegetation, dusting at dry weather) 0,1m granular subbase medium-breaking asphalt emulsion can be geotextile used and covered with stone aggregate with subgrade grain size of 0/5 mm. 5 cm – granular surface cover, granulation no Construction concept of a local or forestry road on a weak subbase bigger than 0/50 mm 9 10 UNPAVED ROADS Everything Tailor Made road schoulder cut o (removing vegetation) avarage width 10 cm
1,50 Unpaved roads existing surface construction 8% without changes (eg. forestry roads)
0,20 Maintaining roads in proper conditions, not only paved surfaces but also 1:1,5 local, forestry, fire escape routes or access roads can cause problems due to 1,92 inappropriate characteristics of subsoil which can cause rutting, dents, break outs, washing out and settlements of unpaved surfaces.
5 cm – granular surface cover, granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm A modern solution for maintenance, reconstruction and construction of 20 cm – CCS with cells infilled with material, roads – especially on impervious low strength soils – is the cellular granulation no bigger than 0/50 mm CONSTRUCTION OF A ROAD SHOULDER separating layer – non-woven geotextile, single-side needled confinement system (geocells). with a target width – 1,5 m N=16÷25 kN/m This system brings economical and technical benefits related to the limitation of deep soil replacement, opportunity to use The cellular confinement system stabilizes aggregate of lower quality (recycled quality), enabling highly the material of road subgrade; acting like a effective drainage system and considerably extended semi-rigid slab, loads are distributed latterly operational life in comparison to the conventional solutions. reducing subgrade contact pressures and minimizing deformations and settlement. Basic works at shoulder reinforcement The system can be used for the construction of permanent and temporary roads. Improving load bearing capacity of roads of granular and permeable surfaces used by heavy-duty equipment; at the removing vegetated topsoil and disposed of at an off-site, same time – minimizing costs. The system reduces the amount of surface preparing a bed of the depth of 25 cm and putting the ground next to the excavation (non-swelling soil), trimming the edge of bituminous roadway, water and replenishes groundwater supplies. Traffic or parking surfaces expanding geotextile, non-woven, single stitch was used, with tensile strength of N=16÷25 kN/m, can be covered with vegetation, which is a very beneficial solution for the expanding cellular confinement system, preserved areas. filling and compacting geocells, 25 cm (compaction index Is 0,98).
The most economic variant of reinforcement occurs when it is possible to use soil from the shoulder. The soil should have characteristics of ground which is resistant to upward displacement caused by freeze/thaw cycles. The system should be filled up to the height of 25 cm with excavation ground (20 cm filling the geocells, 5 cm covering), which is the thickness of compacted infill layer. If the Investor has got recycled asphalt (recycled asphalt – material obtained after milling the bituminous courses), it can be used as the covering part of the thickness of 5 cm. This layer can prevent excessive vegetation on the soft shoulder. The system should be filled up to the height of 20 cm with excavation ground, which is the thickness of GRANULAR ACCESS ROAD compacted infill layer. The infill aggregate grain size should not exceed 50mm. Grains bigger than that should be removed prior to compaction, and replaced with infill material. If the material in roadway shoulder is non-swelling soil, it should be mixed with stone or blast furnace aggregate. If adding aggregate is not economical, the excavated material should be disposed of at an off-site and replaced with non-swelling soil. The infill aggregate grain size cannot exceed 50mm.
TYPICAL GRANULAR PAVEMENT SURFACE 0,05m crushed stone surface In order to improve the shoulder quality 0,1m GWS 100 section with crushed stone infill (minimizing vegetation, dusting at dry weather) 0,1m granular subbase medium-breaking asphalt emulsion can be geotextile used and covered with stone aggregate with subgrade grain size of 0/5 mm. 5 cm – granular surface cover, granulation no Construction concept of a local or forestry road on a weak subbase bigger than 0/50 mm 9 10 CHANNELS AND HYDRAULIC STRUCTURES Everything Tailor Made
Channels and hydraulic structures
The cellular confinement system takes advantage of the unique properties of hydraulic structures. This becomes possible thanks to the confinement of such materials as topsoil, aggregate or concrete, thanks to which we can adapt the type and weight of the infill material to a wide range of design requirements to the hydraulic, structural and geotechnical requirements. Geocells offer a number of different types of flexible protection for outflow sewers and hydraulic structures. The system ensures stability and protection of channels exposed to corrosive forces.
Channel protection Using cellular confinement system gives deformed cover of a precisely defined roughness and stability. It creates single- and multi-layer protection systems complying to a wide range of structural and hydraulic requirements. A vegetated embankment is ideal for areas with intermittent flow, muddy valleys and steep walled stream channels. Concrete is road width 2,5–5m recommended for areas with continuous or high flow.
Vegetated protection Cellular confinement system increases the natural resistance to erosive inclination 1–2% forces, protecting the root zone of vegetated layer. Reinforces vegetation during high flow, directing the flow rather over the layer than through its inside. 0,25
0,3 finished slope
surface of aggregates, gravel concentrated mechanically up to Is ≥ 0,97
GWS 150 perforated and textured cellular system infilled with aggregates, gravel mechanically concentrated up to Is ≥ 0,97 perforated Geocells section construction layer of aggregates, gravel i.e. 0/31 mechanically concentrated and stabilized with topsoil, stone or concrete PARTIAL ISOMETRIC infil as required by design non-woven needled geotextile i.e. PES Polifelt TS 40/TS 50 CHANNEL SYSTEM with tearing strength N≥ 14 –16 kN/m
Construction concept of a forestry road and stabilizing the bottom of a loess gully non-woven geotextile between founation soil and Geocells as required
Forest roads Geocell cheap and fast method of stabilizing forestry roads prevents the washing out of embankments by rainwater and groundwater without interfering in the natural environment. The system supports a proper development and protection of tree roots, which do not damage the construction.
11 12 CHANNELS AND HYDRAULIC STRUCTURES Everything Tailor Made
Channels and hydraulic structures
The cellular confinement system takes advantage of the unique properties of hydraulic structures. This becomes possible thanks to the confinement of such materials as topsoil, aggregate or concrete, thanks to which we can adapt the type and weight of the infill material to a wide range of design requirements to the hydraulic, structural and geotechnical requirements. Geocells offer a number of different types of flexible protection for outflow sewers and hydraulic structures. The system ensures stability and protection of channels exposed to corrosive forces.
Channel protection Using cellular confinement system gives deformed cover of a precisely defined roughness and stability. It creates single- and multi-layer protection systems complying to a wide range of structural and hydraulic requirements. A vegetated embankment is ideal for areas with intermittent flow, muddy valleys and steep walled stream channels. Concrete is road width 2,5–5m recommended for areas with continuous or high flow.
Vegetated protection Cellular confinement system increases the natural resistance to erosive inclination 1–2% forces, protecting the root zone of vegetated layer. Reinforces vegetation during high flow, directing the flow rather over the layer than through its inside. 0,25
0,3 finished slope surface of aggregates, gravel concentrated mechanically up to Is ≥ 0,97
GWS 150 perforated and textured cellular system infilled with aggregates, gravel mechanically concentrated up to Is ≥ 0,97 perforated Geocells section construction layer of aggregates, gravel i.e. 0/31 mechanically concentrated and stabilized with topsoil, stone or concrete PARTIAL ISOMETRIC infil as required by design non-woven needled geotextile i.e. PES Polifelt TS 40/TS 50 CHANNEL SYSTEM with tearing strength N≥ 14 –16 kN/m
Construction concept of a forestry road and stabilizing the bottom of a loess gully non-woven geotextile between founation soil and Geocells as required
Forest roads Geocell cheap and fast method of stabilizing forestry roads prevents the washing out of embankments by rainwater and groundwater without interfering in the natural environment. The system supports a proper development and protection of tree roots, which do not damage the construction.
11 12 Geocells channel protection system - with topsoil infill and seeded above normal water level Constant flow channels Geocells channel protection - system with concrete infill below normal water level
water level
native soil
non-woven geotextile anchors
CONCRETE FILLED CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM
Concrete protection After filling with concrete the geocells act like a flexible slab and stable expansion joints. The geocells bend and adapt to the minor subgrade movements, reducing cracking of the concrete. The cellular confinement system is ideal for protection of channels exposed to severe erosive Intermittent flow channels Geocells channel protection system conditions, as well as channels with continuous flows. with topsoil infill and seeded
Benefits of geocells subgrade drainage requirements and the deformation potential water level within the structure can also be addressed, the system can be designed for a particular site based upon compatibility with local environmental, ecological and aesthetic requirements, tendons where required by design enables the construction of concrete slab as channel reinforcement, non-woven geotextile confines infill material, improving their properties. native soil anchors Typical applications storm water diversion and containments process water channels SOIL FILLED (GRASS) CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM drainage ditches intermittent or continuous flow channels flood banks storm water containments fire protection containments channels at sports facilities Geocells ditch protection system see general guidelines for selection of infill materials
water level
TENDONS WHERE REQUIRED BY DESIGN geocells
non-woven geotextile native soil anchors
DITCH PROTECTION SYSTEM
non-woven geotextile anchor stake with a hook geocell protection system with topsoil infill high strength polyester tendons and seeded
SOIL FILLED (GRASS) CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM
13 14 Geocells channel protection system - with topsoil infill and seeded above normal water level Constant flow channels Geocells channel protection - system with concrete infill below normal water level
water level
native soil
non-woven geotextile anchors
CONCRETE FILLED CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM
Concrete protection After filling with concrete the geocells act like a flexible slab and stable expansion joints. The geocells bend and adapt to the minor subgrade movements, reducing cracking of the concrete. The cellular confinement system is ideal for protection of channels exposed to severe erosive Intermittent flow channels Geocells channel protection system conditions, as well as channels with continuous flows. with topsoil infill and seeded
Benefits of geocells subgrade drainage requirements and the deformation potential water level within the structure can also be addressed, the system can be designed for a particular site based upon compatibility with local environmental, ecological and aesthetic requirements, tendons where required by design enables the construction of concrete slab as channel reinforcement, non-woven geotextile confines infill material, improving their properties. native soil anchors Typical applications storm water diversion and containments process water channels SOIL FILLED (GRASS) CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM drainage ditches intermittent or continuous flow channels flood banks storm water containments fire protection containments channels at sports facilities Geocells ditch protection system see general guidelines for selection of infill materials
water level
TENDONS WHERE REQUIRED BY DESIGN geocells
non-woven geotextile native soil anchors
DITCH PROTECTION SYSTEM non-woven geotextile anchor stake with a hook geocell protection system with topsoil infill high strength polyester tendons and seeded
SOIL FILLED (GRASS) CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM
13 14 EROSION CONTROL / SLOPE PROTECTION Everything Tailor Made
Erosion control / Slope protection
In case of single-layer cover materials of earth slopes and embankments the walls of the cells confine the topsoil creating a series of mini dams controlling downslope movement of the infill through increasing its resistance to storm water runo while creating a natural environment for vegetation. This can result in resistant and durable protective covers even in case of steep earth slopes and embankments.
The earth retention systems (retaining walls) produced with our technology perform the same functions as the conventional earth retention structures and can cost-e ectively replace the conventional solutions while meeting all site challenges and shortening the installation time.
Vegetated slopes The geosystem confines and reinforces topsoil and vegetation. The cells Concrete-armored slopes increase the resistance to erosive forces, protecting the root zone from loss Thanks to geocell sections it is no longer necessary to use costly, complex structural elements requiring long-term preparation. After filling with of soil particles. The system works particularly well on steep slopes and in concrete the geocells act like a flexible slab and stable expansion joints. The areas of low-to-moderate flows. geocells bend and adapt to the minor subgrade movements, reducing cracking of the concrete. Aggregate slopes The geosystem improves the erosive resistance of granular materials. The Cellular confinement sections with large cells hydraulic energy dissipates and single soil particles do not move Cellular confinement sections with large cells wrap and protect the root downwards as they are protected against gravity forces and exposure to area of vegetation layer. It is easy to planting shrubs and small trees inside concentrated hydraulic flow. the cells. Large cells are ideal for moderate vegetated slopes with minimal hydraulic flow.
Benefits of geocells with concrete infilling the systems becomes a flexible concrete mat finished slope with integrated expansion structure, e ectively protects slopes and support the structure filled with granular materials (sand, gravel and other mineral materials), fast installation of slope reinforcement and structure durability, minimizing the need to use heavy duty equipment PARTIAL ISOMETRIC perforated Geocells section with topsoil, stone or concrete CHANNEL SYSTEM infil as required by design
geocells non-woven geotextile between founation soil and Geocells as required
non-woven geotextile anchor stake with a hook geocell protection system high strength polyester tendons with topsoil infill and seeded
SOIL FILLED (GRASS) CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM
15 16 EROSION CONTROL / SLOPE PROTECTION Everything Tailor Made
Erosion control / Slope protection
In case of single-layer cover materials of earth slopes and embankments the walls of the cells confine the topsoil creating a series of mini dams controlling downslope movement of the infill through increasing its resistance to storm water runo while creating a natural environment for vegetation. This can result in resistant and durable protective covers even in case of steep earth slopes and embankments.
The earth retention systems (retaining walls) produced with our technology perform the same functions as the conventional earth retention structures and can cost-e ectively replace the conventional solutions while meeting all site challenges and shortening the installation time.
Vegetated slopes The geosystem confines and reinforces topsoil and vegetation. The cells Concrete-armored slopes increase the resistance to erosive forces, protecting the root zone from loss Thanks to geocell sections it is no longer necessary to use costly, complex structural elements requiring long-term preparation. After filling with of soil particles. The system works particularly well on steep slopes and in concrete the geocells act like a flexible slab and stable expansion joints. The areas of low-to-moderate flows. geocells bend and adapt to the minor subgrade movements, reducing cracking of the concrete. Aggregate slopes The geosystem improves the erosive resistance of granular materials. The Cellular confinement sections with large cells hydraulic energy dissipates and single soil particles do not move Cellular confinement sections with large cells wrap and protect the root downwards as they are protected against gravity forces and exposure to area of vegetation layer. It is easy to planting shrubs and small trees inside concentrated hydraulic flow. the cells. Large cells are ideal for moderate vegetated slopes with minimal hydraulic flow.
Benefits of geocells with concrete infilling the systems becomes a flexible concrete mat finished slope with integrated expansion structure, e ectively protects slopes and support the structure filled with granular materials (sand, gravel and other mineral materials), fast installation of slope reinforcement and structure durability, minimizing the need to use heavy duty equipment PARTIAL ISOMETRIC perforated Geocells section with topsoil, stone or concrete CHANNEL SYSTEM infil as required by design
geocells non-woven geotextile between founation soil and Geocells as required
non-woven geotextile anchor stake with a hook geocell protection system high strength polyester tendons with topsoil infill and seeded
SOIL FILLED (GRASS) CHANNEL PROTECTION SYSTEM
15 16 RETAINING WALLS Everything Tailor Made Typical applications steep shoreline and slopes, protection of slopes and bridge and viaduct abutments, protection of earth slopes and covering of waste disposal areas, Retaining walls protection of geomembrane, earth retention walls in shoreline, corrosion protection of flood banks, The multi-layered geocells become an ideal solution for retaining walls, motorway embankments, while fulfilling all structural design requirements. Geocell earth retention system offers desirable aesthetics and environmental benefits from a naturally-vegetated, near It is characteristic for the geocells that the vertical fascia with the same structural stability found in system is a very economical and much conventional retaining wall systems. cheaper than conventional solutions and do not require a deep foundation. Geocells allow for construction flexibility, meeting site BEFORE challenges when subgrade soils are compressible or construction is in difficult-to-access locations.
Retaining walls The multi-layered confinement system is used for a wide range of earth retention design requirements. The conventional stability methods may be used in for system; also computer programmes are available for a broad range of parameters including subgrade, embankment and loads. The fascia of the retaining walls may be covered with various finishes including topsoil with various selected vegetation. Simple, effective AFTER construction techniques make the system ideal for installations in remote or restricted-access sites.
Gravity wall structures The cellular confinement system confines and reinforces the granular layer TYPICAL STAKE/TENDON CREST ANCHOR SYSTEM forming a bulk structure. The structure distributes the lateral forces of the ground and is a load bearing structure thanks to high frictional interaction between the layers. Possible subsoil deflections do not affect the loss of load bearing capacity. Geocells may support various finishes of fascia or may be covered with natural vegetation topsoil.
Geocomposite retaining walls Cellular confinement system helps to eliminate the need for more costly, complicated structural elements. The system combines into covered fascia walls which can be integrated with the slope through various anchoring Anchor tied to tendon anchor, J–pin or wood stake solutions. The outer cells may be filled with topsoil in order to sustain the natural layer of vegetation. Anchor trench Stake and crest anchorage
deadman earth anchors or anchor continuous geocells stacked pipe facia rock face Rock face protection – stacked geocells fascia Fascia protection for steepened slopes. Geocells create a layered wall structure 200 mm clip engaged to tendon with clip engaged to tendon with without requirements for additional earth reinforcement when simple fascia clove hitch or moore hitch knot clove hitch or moore hitch knot protection is required over a structurally-stable soil embankment. clear stone and bearing against cell wall and bearing against cell wall
stake anchor bearing anchor hooked over cell wall against cell wall perforated drainage pipe wrapped in Geotextile Deadman anchor Earth anchor bedrock
18 17 RETAINING WALLS Everything Tailor Made Typical applications steep shoreline and slopes, protection of slopes and bridge and viaduct abutments, protection of earth slopes and covering of waste disposal areas, Retaining walls protection of geomembrane, earth retention walls in shoreline, corrosion protection of flood banks, The multi-layered geocells become an ideal solution for retaining walls, motorway embankments, while fulfilling all structural design requirements. Geocell earth retention system offers desirable aesthetics and environmental benefits from a naturally-vegetated, near It is characteristic for the geocells that the vertical fascia with the same structural stability found in system is a very economical and much conventional retaining wall systems. cheaper than conventional solutions and do not require a deep foundation. Geocells allow for construction flexibility, meeting site BEFORE challenges when subgrade soils are compressible or construction is in difficult-to-access locations.
Retaining walls The multi-layered confinement system is used for a wide range of earth retention design requirements. The conventional stability methods may be used in for system; also computer programmes are available for a broad range of parameters including subgrade, embankment and loads. The fascia of the retaining walls may be covered with various finishes including topsoil with various selected vegetation. Simple, effective AFTER construction techniques make the system ideal for installations in remote or restricted-access sites.
Gravity wall structures The cellular confinement system confines and reinforces the granular layer TYPICAL STAKE/TENDON CREST ANCHOR SYSTEM forming a bulk structure. The structure distributes the lateral forces of the ground and is a load bearing structure thanks to high frictional interaction between the layers. Possible subsoil deflections do not affect the loss of load bearing capacity. Geocells may support various finishes of fascia or may be covered with natural vegetation topsoil.
Geocomposite retaining walls Cellular confinement system helps to eliminate the need for more costly, complicated structural elements. The system combines into covered fascia walls which can be integrated with the slope through various anchoring Anchor tied to tendon anchor, J–pin or wood stake solutions. The outer cells may be filled with topsoil in order to sustain the natural layer of vegetation. Anchor trench Stake and crest anchorage
deadman earth anchors or anchor continuous geocells stacked pipe facia rock face Rock face protection – stacked geocells fascia Fascia protection for steepened slopes. Geocells create a layered wall structure 200 mm clip engaged to tendon with clip engaged to tendon with without requirements for additional earth reinforcement when simple fascia clove hitch or moore hitch knot clove hitch or moore hitch knot protection is required over a structurally-stable soil embankment. clear stone and bearing against cell wall and bearing against cell wall
stake anchor bearing anchor hooked over cell wall against cell wall perforated drainage pipe wrapped in Geotextile Deadman anchor Earth anchor bedrock
18 17 Benefits of geocells Typical applications Maintains structural stability against known The multi-layered design makes the system very externally imposed loads, adaptable to specific retaining wall application Adapts to a wide range of design requirements requirements and wall types. and site conditions, fascia protection for steepened slopes, Will not corrode or degrade as concrete, steel and geocomposite retaining walls where wall facing timber-based systems, sections, are integrated with geosynthetic earth Allows use of aggregate to minimize hydrostatic reinforcement layers, conditions, gravity wall structure where space accessibility or Easy to transport and construct at difficult or restrictions are a problem, remote locations, multi-layered channel protection structure, Allows use in higher velocity-flow channel retaining walls in landscape design, applications with large aggregate or concrete infill in bioengineered walls, outer cells, steepened embankments, Offers aesthetics and environmental benefits of dike and levee protection, culvert headwalls, a sustainable living wall structure with desired vegetated channel structures, vegetation and plantings. sound barriers.
Geocomposite retaining walls Geocomposite retaining walls where wall facing sections are Benefits for the environment integrated with geosynthetic earth reinforcement layers The The multi-layered geocell system features horizontal terraces with exposed outer facia cells, creating a natural construction is based on geocomposite materials where wall environment for selected sustainable vegetation. The vegetated system allows rain water to fall on the exposed facing sections are integrated with geosynthetic earth reinforcement layers. This solution uses many combines horizontal soil terrace, maximizing water collection, and minimizing runoff. features in order to increase the structural stability. The most topsoil or soil cover Evaporation of topsoil moisture is controlled through the impervious vertical wall structure creating an common elements include geotextiles, geogrids, anchors, etc. environment for healthy vegetation. By maintaining a near vertical profile the system limits site disruption and geosynthetic reinforcement reduces valuable land use.
stacked perforated geocells non-woven geotextile wall sections outer cells with Wall selection criteria topsoil infill & vegetated granular infill The earth retention system can be designed in a variety of wall configurations to meet specific site and 200 mm reinforcement requirements. Selection of the wall type is influenced by the project site soil conditions, space accessibility or restrictions, availability of suitable backfill materials, project economics and the desired aesthetics of the completed site. granular or concrete levelling pad perforated drainage pipe Benefits wrapped in Geotextile The system is an accepted retaining wall system for fill or embankment support, Classical methods of stability analysis can be applied for a broad range of infill, backfill, ground water and surcharge parameters, Simple, effective construction techniques make the system ideal for installations in remote or restricted access sites.
stacked perforated geocells wall sections outer cells with Multi-Layered Channel System Gravity Wall Structure topsoil infill & vegetated Geocell sections layered along channel side slopes with vegetative infill offer a natural appearance, stability and The geocell gravity wall system is used when space constraints protection to channels exposed to erosive conditions of water. do not allow the use of earth reinforcement materials. The 200 mm granular infill system is constructed as a layered gravity wall structure that This multi-layered configuration can tolerate differential settlement without loss of system integrity resists lateral pressures and maintains structural integrity even perforated drainage and provides a near-vertical profile, reducing valuable land use. pipe wrapped when significant subgrade deformations occur. in Geotextile When applied in areas of anticipated high-energy water impact, the geocell sections can be wrapped with coir fabric to reduce the potential for soil loss in the outer face while vegetation is being established or infilled with large aggregate or concrete grout.
stacked perforated geocells wall sections outer cells with topsoil infill & vegetated
granular infill
200 mm geosynthetic reinforcement non-woven geotextile
perforated drainage pipe wrapped in Geotextile
REINFORCED SLOPE – STACKED GEOCELLS FACIA
19 20 Benefits of geocells Typical applications Maintains structural stability against known The multi-layered design makes the system very externally imposed loads, adaptable to specific retaining wall application Adapts to a wide range of design requirements requirements and wall types. and site conditions, fascia protection for steepened slopes, Will not corrode or degrade as concrete, steel and geocomposite retaining walls where wall facing timber-based systems, sections, are integrated with geosynthetic earth Allows use of aggregate to minimize hydrostatic reinforcement layers, conditions, gravity wall structure where space accessibility or Easy to transport and construct at difficult or restrictions are a problem, remote locations, multi-layered channel protection structure, Allows use in higher velocity-flow channel retaining walls in landscape design, applications with large aggregate or concrete infill in bioengineered walls, outer cells, steepened embankments, Offers aesthetics and environmental benefits of dike and levee protection, culvert headwalls, a sustainable living wall structure with desired vegetated channel structures, vegetation and plantings. sound barriers.
Geocomposite retaining walls Geocomposite retaining walls where wall facing sections are Benefits for the environment integrated with geosynthetic earth reinforcement layers The The multi-layered geocell system features horizontal terraces with exposed outer facia cells, creating a natural construction is based on geocomposite materials where wall environment for selected sustainable vegetation. The vegetated system allows rain water to fall on the exposed facing sections are integrated with geosynthetic earth reinforcement layers. This solution uses many combines horizontal soil terrace, maximizing water collection, and minimizing runoff. features in order to increase the structural stability. The most topsoil or soil cover Evaporation of topsoil moisture is controlled through the impervious vertical wall structure creating an common elements include geotextiles, geogrids, anchors, etc. environment for healthy vegetation. By maintaining a near vertical profile the system limits site disruption and geosynthetic reinforcement reduces valuable land use. stacked perforated geocells non-woven geotextile wall sections outer cells with Wall selection criteria topsoil infill & vegetated granular infill The earth retention system can be designed in a variety of wall configurations to meet specific site and 200 mm reinforcement requirements. Selection of the wall type is influenced by the project site soil conditions, space accessibility or restrictions, availability of suitable backfill materials, project economics and the desired aesthetics of the completed site. granular or concrete levelling pad perforated drainage pipe Benefits wrapped in Geotextile The system is an accepted retaining wall system for fill or embankment support, Classical methods of stability analysis can be applied for a broad range of infill, backfill, ground water and surcharge parameters, Simple, effective construction techniques make the system ideal for installations in remote or restricted access sites. stacked perforated geocells wall sections outer cells with Multi-Layered Channel System Gravity Wall Structure topsoil infill & vegetated Geocell sections layered along channel side slopes with vegetative infill offer a natural appearance, stability and The geocell gravity wall system is used when space constraints protection to channels exposed to erosive conditions of water. do not allow the use of earth reinforcement materials. The 200 mm granular infill system is constructed as a layered gravity wall structure that This multi-layered configuration can tolerate differential settlement without loss of system integrity resists lateral pressures and maintains structural integrity even perforated drainage and provides a near-vertical profile, reducing valuable land use. pipe wrapped when significant subgrade deformations occur. in Geotextile When applied in areas of anticipated high-energy water impact, the geocell sections can be wrapped with coir fabric to reduce the potential for soil loss in the outer face while vegetation is being established or infilled with large aggregate or concrete grout. stacked perforated geocells wall sections outer cells with topsoil infill & vegetated granular infill
200 mm geosynthetic reinforcement non-woven geotextile perforated drainage pipe wrapped in Geotextile
REINFORCED SLOPE – STACKED GEOCELLS FACIA
19 20 RAILWAY Everything Tailor Made Thanks to the technology based on the application of GEOMAXX® geocells system we can provide technical and economic solutions to the following problems:
stabilization and support of the substructure of rail tracks on the soft No matter what type of hazard it is, this should eventually Since 1984 geocells have been applied in railroad and flexible soil (including during the application of sleepers, pre-tension result in technical interventions. Thanks to the application engineering in such countries as: Great Britain, prestressed concrete switch sleepers and jointless rail tracks), of geocells we can a ord for considerable reduction of time USA, Canada, Japan, South African Republic and construction of stable and long-life road and rail crossing, and installation costs in comparison to the conventional Spain. Research works and practical application liquidation of wet-beds, solutions, which, as it has already been emphasised, is of in the USA and Japan have confirmed the repeated used of breakstone during the repairs of railway Previous experience in solving the substantial importance in case of emergencies. suitability of this system for railway lines with subgrades, geotechnical problems related to repairs, limitation of deep soil replacement, axle heavy load and high speed. modernization and construction of railway reduction of the propagation of oscillation and vertical and lines have confirmed the possibility and horizontal vibration from railway subgrades (protection of technical and economic purposefulness of Compressible and poor load bearing soil as well as unstable and historic buildings), use of cellular confinement systems in prevention of the occurrence of stray currents and degragated embankments and subgrades can cause considerable several typical applications. extending the life of rails and crossovers, problems and di culties in maintaining rail tra c. This can result in tra c enabling the construction of stable and long-life speed reduction and in extreme situation also in shutting down tra c on connections of subgrades to bridges and viaducts, the most dangerous sections. Also unstable excavation slopes at railroads, enabling the application of any type of surfaces along and inside the earth slopes exposed to erosion and landslides at the site where the railway subgrade that remain environmentally beneficial while taking care railroads are located can become a real threat. All of them can of the aesthetic landscape design, consequently lead to big economic losses. enabling quick repairs and modernization of stable road and rail crossings on poor subsoil, enabling a significantly faster modernization or repair of subgrade, frequently with tra c continued on the neighbouring track, stabilization and corrosion protection of earth slopes, excavation slopes and embankments, 225 kN possibility to form embankments on poor load bearing soils, possibility to form earth retention walls and soil sound absorbing gavel or previous ground structures. GEOMAXX® geocells system - 10 cm filled with crushed stone 4% anchored stakes I=1000 mm, ø=12 mm 448 cm 448 cm tendons GEO-PE 350 non-woven needled geotextile e.g. Polifelt TS 20, TS 30 surface, e.g. S-60 reconstruction of slope embankment compacted with layers of previous material crushed stone 300 mm
retaining wall made of ® GEOMAXX® geocells 20 cm high GEOMAXX geocells system filled with arch stone or material from a trackbed Is=0.97-0.98 GW200?? Is=0.95 ® non-woven needled geotextile STABILIZING THE TRACKWAY WITH GEOMAXX SYSTEM e.g. Polifelt TS 60, TS 70 160 cm WITH DITCH PROTECTION AND EROTION COTROL FOR SLOPES drainage (outlets every 15 cm) embankment non-woven needled geotextile
182 cm ® drainage channel GEOMAXX slope protection system (covered with openwork concrete plates) (with topsoil infill and seeded) Non-woven geotextile
Stabilizing railroad track with GEOMAXX® system
Anchors
GEOMAXX® ditch build with concrete infill
Tendons
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21 RAILWAY Everything Tailor Made Thanks to the technology based on the application of GEOMAXX® geocells system we can provide technical and economic solutions to the following problems:
stabilization and support of the substructure of rail tracks on the soft No matter what type of hazard it is, this should eventually Since 1984 geocells have been applied in railroad and flexible soil (including during the application of sleepers, pre-tension result in technical interventions. Thanks to the application engineering in such countries as: Great Britain, prestressed concrete switch sleepers and jointless rail tracks), of geocells we can a ord for considerable reduction of time USA, Canada, Japan, South African Republic and construction of stable and long-life road and rail crossing, and installation costs in comparison to the conventional Spain. Research works and practical application liquidation of wet-beds, solutions, which, as it has already been emphasised, is of in the USA and Japan have confirmed the repeated used of breakstone during the repairs of railway Previous experience in solving the substantial importance in case of emergencies. suitability of this system for railway lines with subgrades, geotechnical problems related to repairs, limitation of deep soil replacement, axle heavy load and high speed. modernization and construction of railway reduction of the propagation of oscillation and vertical and lines have confirmed the possibility and horizontal vibration from railway subgrades (protection of technical and economic purposefulness of Compressible and poor load bearing soil as well as unstable and historic buildings), use of cellular confinement systems in prevention of the occurrence of stray currents and degragated embankments and subgrades can cause considerable several typical applications. extending the life of rails and crossovers, problems and di culties in maintaining rail tra c. This can result in tra c enabling the construction of stable and long-life speed reduction and in extreme situation also in shutting down tra c on connections of subgrades to bridges and viaducts, the most dangerous sections. Also unstable excavation slopes at railroads, enabling the application of any type of surfaces along and inside the earth slopes exposed to erosion and landslides at the site where the railway subgrade that remain environmentally beneficial while taking care railroads are located can become a real threat. All of them can of the aesthetic landscape design, consequently lead to big economic losses. enabling quick repairs and modernization of stable road and rail crossings on poor subsoil, enabling a significantly faster modernization or repair of subgrade, frequently with tra c continued on the neighbouring track, stabilization and corrosion protection of earth slopes, excavation slopes and embankments, 225 kN possibility to form embankments on poor load bearing soils, possibility to form earth retention walls and soil sound absorbing gavel or previous ground structures. GEOMAXX® geocells system - 10 cm filled with crushed stone 4% anchored stakes I=1000 mm, ø=12 mm 448 cm 448 cm tendons GEO-PE 350 non-woven needled geotextile e.g. Polifelt TS 20, TS 30 surface, e.g. S-60 reconstruction of slope embankment compacted with layers of previous material crushed stone 300 mm retaining wall made of ® GEOMAXX® geocells 20 cm high GEOMAXX geocells system filled with arch stone or material from a trackbed Is=0.97-0.98 GW200?? Is=0.95 ® non-woven needled geotextile STABILIZING THE TRACKWAY WITH GEOMAXX SYSTEM e.g. Polifelt TS 60, TS 70 160 cm WITH DITCH PROTECTION AND EROTION COTROL FOR SLOPES drainage (outlets every 15 cm) embankment non-woven needled geotextile
182 cm ® drainage channel GEOMAXX slope protection system (covered with openwork concrete plates) (with topsoil infill and seeded) Non-woven geotextile
Stabilizing railroad track with GEOMAXX® system
Anchors
GEOMAXX® ditch build with concrete infill
Tendons
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21 AIRPORTS Everything Tailor Made Subsoil (crushed stone with min. thickness 200 mm below the tie)
3,20 m Foundation and GEOMAXX® infill: 2,60 m crushed stone, diameter of grain 20 mm Constructing airports and
Sections GEOMAXX® type GWS330150TPC Drainage ditch or GWS330200TPC infrastructure (depending on the ground durability) for civil and military aviation with Drainage geocells
® TYPICAL Sections of GEOMAXX type GWS330150TPC Properly formed or GWS330200TPC native soil More than 25 years of practice have shown that GEOMAXX® geocells, CROSS-SECTION Length when streched - 4,20 m (perpendicular stretch to the rail axis) especially when dealing with weak or unstable soils, are a justified technical and economical alternative for building (among others): airstrips (conventional pavement foundation or directly as turf and soil surfaces), runaway borders, de-icing pads, back stops, dikes at airfields, reservoirs for leachate after cleaning airfield surfaces, foundation and safety tubs for fuel tanks, airfield damage repair, foundation and soil platforms for special devices (for example – free standing constructions of reinforced soil for radar stations).
Sections GEOMAXX® type GWS330200TPC 2,44 m width when spread
Typical cross-section for airstrip turf or soil surface construction.
Turf soil surface
® Top view GEOMAXX sections with sand/soil mixture infill (70% / 30%) STABILIZING A TRACK-WAY WITH GEOMAXX® SYSTEM
WEAK SOIL OF AIRSTRIP SHOULDER
Granular subfoundation Geotextile
Soil foundation
GEOMAXX®
Installing the GEOMAXX® system AIRSTRIP SHOULDER REINFORCED WITH GEOCELLS in a trackbed in Ptaszkowa
23 24 AIRPORTS Everything Tailor Made Subsoil (crushed stone with min. thickness 200 mm below the tie)
3,20 m Foundation and GEOMAXX® infill: 2,60 m crushed stone, diameter of grain 20 mm Constructing airports and
Sections GEOMAXX® type GWS330150TPC Drainage ditch or GWS330200TPC infrastructure (depending on the ground durability) for civil and military aviation with Drainage geocells
® TYPICAL Sections of GEOMAXX type GWS330150TPC Properly formed or GWS330200TPC native soil More than 25 years of practice have shown that GEOMAXX® geocells, CROSS-SECTION Length when streched - 4,20 m (perpendicular stretch to the rail axis) especially when dealing with weak or unstable soils, are a justified technical and economical alternative for building (among others): airstrips (conventional pavement foundation or directly as turf and soil surfaces), runaway borders, de-icing pads, back stops, dikes at airfields, reservoirs for leachate after cleaning airfield surfaces, foundation and safety tubs for fuel tanks, airfield damage repair, foundation and soil platforms for special devices (for example – free standing constructions of reinforced soil for radar stations).
Sections GEOMAXX® type GWS330200TPC 2,44 m width when spread
Typical cross-section for airstrip turf or soil surface construction.
Turf soil surface
® Top view GEOMAXX sections with sand/soil mixture infill (70% / 30%) STABILIZING A TRACK-WAY WITH GEOMAXX® SYSTEM
WEAK SOIL OF AIRSTRIP SHOULDER
Granular subfoundation Geotextile
Soil foundation
GEOMAXX®
Installing the GEOMAXX® system AIRSTRIP SHOULDER REINFORCED WITH GEOCELLS in a trackbed in Ptaszkowa
23 24 Deicing aircraft platforms - engineering and ecological problem Certificates Having in mind the program of modernizing and building national airports Our company and our products our recognizably certified: (Warsaw, Gdansk, Poznan) building deicing aircraft platforms is one of the airport infrastructure elements required for the given airport class in the ISO 9001 certain climatic conditions. The research carried in the USA by FAA (Federal ISO 14001 Aviation Administration) have shown, that even a layer of ice on the Technical Approval aircraft's wings as thin as 0,4 mm reduces the ability of raising up by 12% - Factory Production Control Certificate 24%. For safety reasons it is forbidden to allow any ice-covered aircraft to Higienic Certificate set o . Certificate of Conformity (Railway Institute)
Besides the factors of the air tra c, there is also an important issue of All certificates are regularly renewed. protecting the soil-water environment from pollution. It is an important issue, because the surfaces of such platforms for international airports can cover areas of 6-12 ha (equivalent to approx. 7 -11 football pitches). Achievements Our achievements were honored with many awards, among others for:
Product development Innovativeness
concrete surface (based on Portland cement Finance thickness of approx. 400 mm) Export and Sales 401
The Geo Globe Polska is constantly looking for new innovative solutions.
asphalt concrete layer (thickness approx. 170 mm) Unique performance What makes Geo Globe Polska stand out from its competitors is both quality and a comprehensive range of provided
1091,5 services. We take greatest care of every detail at each stage of work. Our production involves the highest technology. foundation with crushed concrete We have electronic data flow of documentation and ERP management system in use. Thanks to our professionally equipped laboratory our products undergo a thorough testing before they reach our Client. PP needled nonwoven geotextiles HDPE geomembrane (1.5 mm) PP needled nonwoven geotextiles Our team – professionals and enthusiasts There is more than a hundred qualified specialists in Geo Globe Polska, among them a lot of employees with life
203 7,5 310 170 GEOMAXX® geocells of 20mm height, filled with compacted aggregate to Is> 0.98 experience in plastic processing industry.
PP needled nonwoven geotextiles Example cross-section of the platform for deicing of aircrafts Certified quality In Geo Globe Polska we opt for quality. In 2005 we implemented and certified an integrated environment and quality management system that conforms to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards. Our products hold many approvals and Deicing of an aircraft is usually being carried with a use of liquids, a mixture certifications. We are also very proud of our cooperation with Barbara Experimental Mine in Mikołów, Central Mining of ethylene glycol (60%) water (40%) or propylene glycol with lower Institute in Katowice, Building Technical Institute and Road and Bridge Research Institute. freezing point. Covering an aircraft with such mixture protects against repeated freezing for approx. 70 minutes. At high humidity, in certain winter conditions, 700-4500 liters of the liquid is used, while in case of Awards harder conditions it takes even up to 18 000 liters. Some part of the liquid For the three consecutive years our company has been awarded Gazela Biznesu, a prestigious award for the most flows down onto the apron and the rest of it is being removed during the dynamically developing companies. In 2008 Geo Globe Polska was among the laureates of the 18th edition of Teraz takeo . If the start of an airplane is getting delayed, the whole process is Polska contest for the production of cellular confinement system, winning the highest assessment scores in analyses being repeated. Liquids used for deicing are toxic and should not stay on carried out by a panel of experts in the category of Best Products. Dun and Brand Street Poland together with its partner the apron, aggravating the storm water drainage. Getin Bank granted to Geo Globe Polska the Certificate of Transparent Enterprise. Being awarded is an expression of financial reliability and honesty; it also boosts our prestige and competitiveness on the market. We have also been This complexity of the problem results from the fact, that deicing platforms exceptionally honoured during the 6th Gala Event of the Polish Nationwide Ranking Export Leaders. require a proper drainage system, regenerating and cleansing the e uents, ensured soil isolation from pollution and the foundation of the platform needs to protect the whole structure against irregular subsidence of the ground. In case of weak, compressible and heterogeneous soils it is often associated with deep soil exchange. Taking into account a surface of such platform, which needs to serve for few up to over a dozen airplanes we have to deal with huge financial outlays.
25 26 Deicing aircraft platforms - engineering and ecological problem Certificates Having in mind the program of modernizing and building national airports Our company and our products our recognizably certified: (Warsaw, Gdansk, Poznan) building deicing aircraft platforms is one of the airport infrastructure elements required for the given airport class in the ISO 9001 certain climatic conditions. The research carried in the USA by FAA (Federal ISO 14001 Aviation Administration) have shown, that even a layer of ice on the Technical Approval aircraft's wings as thin as 0,4 mm reduces the ability of raising up by 12% - Factory Production Control Certificate 24%. For safety reasons it is forbidden to allow any ice-covered aircraft to Higienic Certificate set o . Certificate of Conformity (Railway Institute)
Besides the factors of the air tra c, there is also an important issue of All certificates are regularly renewed. protecting the soil-water environment from pollution. It is an important issue, because the surfaces of such platforms for international airports can cover areas of 6-12 ha (equivalent to approx. 7 -11 football pitches). Achievements Our achievements were honored with many awards, among others for:
Product development Innovativeness concrete surface (based on Portland cement Finance thickness of approx. 400 mm) Export and Sales 401
The Geo Globe Polska is constantly looking for new innovative solutions. asphalt concrete layer (thickness approx. 170 mm) Unique performance What makes Geo Globe Polska stand out from its competitors is both quality and a comprehensive range of provided
1091,5 services. We take greatest care of every detail at each stage of work. Our production involves the highest technology. foundation with crushed concrete We have electronic data flow of documentation and ERP management system in use. Thanks to our professionally equipped laboratory our products undergo a thorough testing before they reach our Client. PP needled nonwoven geotextiles HDPE geomembrane (1.5 mm) PP needled nonwoven geotextiles Our team – professionals and enthusiasts There is more than a hundred qualified specialists in Geo Globe Polska, among them a lot of employees with life
203 7,5 310 170 GEOMAXX® geocells of 20mm height, filled with compacted aggregate to Is> 0.98 experience in plastic processing industry.
PP needled nonwoven geotextiles Example cross-section of the platform for deicing of aircrafts Certified quality In Geo Globe Polska we opt for quality. In 2005 we implemented and certified an integrated environment and quality management system that conforms to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards. Our products hold many approvals and Deicing of an aircraft is usually being carried with a use of liquids, a mixture certifications. We are also very proud of our cooperation with Barbara Experimental Mine in Mikołów, Central Mining of ethylene glycol (60%) water (40%) or propylene glycol with lower Institute in Katowice, Building Technical Institute and Road and Bridge Research Institute. freezing point. Covering an aircraft with such mixture protects against repeated freezing for approx. 70 minutes. At high humidity, in certain winter conditions, 700-4500 liters of the liquid is used, while in case of Awards harder conditions it takes even up to 18 000 liters. Some part of the liquid For the three consecutive years our company has been awarded Gazela Biznesu, a prestigious award for the most flows down onto the apron and the rest of it is being removed during the dynamically developing companies. In 2008 Geo Globe Polska was among the laureates of the 18th edition of Teraz takeo . If the start of an airplane is getting delayed, the whole process is Polska contest for the production of cellular confinement system, winning the highest assessment scores in analyses being repeated. Liquids used for deicing are toxic and should not stay on carried out by a panel of experts in the category of Best Products. Dun and Brand Street Poland together with its partner the apron, aggravating the storm water drainage. Getin Bank granted to Geo Globe Polska the Certificate of Transparent Enterprise. Being awarded is an expression of financial reliability and honesty; it also boosts our prestige and competitiveness on the market. We have also been This complexity of the problem results from the fact, that deicing platforms exceptionally honoured during the 6th Gala Event of the Polish Nationwide Ranking Export Leaders. require a proper drainage system, regenerating and cleansing the e uents, ensured soil isolation from pollution and the foundation of the platform needs to protect the whole structure against irregular subsidence of the ground. In case of weak, compressible and heterogeneous soils it is often associated with deep soil exchange. Taking into account a surface of such platform, which needs to serve for few up to over a dozen airplanes we have to deal with huge financial outlays.
25 26 Who we are? On the market since 1993
Geo Globe Polska (formerly Kruk i Fischer) was established in 1993 as a joint venture enterprise with a German partner Dr K.G. Fischer. In response to the vast market potential we are still developing and enlarging the range of our services. Our leading technology then was vacuum thermoforming of plastics such as: ABS, PE, PS, PP, PMMA, which involves heating plastic to a point of plasticity before it is injected by ram pressure into the closed mold cavity. After several years – as a result of reorganization – Kruk i Fischer became a family-owned business with all the capital being owned by the members of the Kruk family. A step forward in the history of Kruk i Fischer was the purchasing of MIPLAST Sp. z o.o. – former Nitron S.A. Scientific Research Centre with its registered seat in Mikołów in the year of 2003. In the years to follow the Enterprise has been earning reputation of a leader on the plastic industry market. Then the market launch of GEOMAXX® geocells in 2005 – our flagship product – following a two- year testing in our company labs, became the boosting success. In 2008 we received an EU grant support from the European Regional Development Fund following the Sectoral Operational Programme Improvement of the Competitiveness of Enterprises, years 2004–2006 for our project called Innovative Technology of Geocells of Various Resistances and Temperature Resistance.
Another grant from the EU funds from the European Fundation of Regional On October 1st, 2008 the enterprise was transformed from a limited Development the Regional Operational Programme of the Silesia liability company into a limited Voivodeship (ROP SV) for years 2007-2013 for the project called: joint-stock partnership, "Innovative technology for production of sheets and film production changing alsoits business name based on obtained granulate" allowed us to extend our possibilities. into Geo Globe Polska.
Clear cut development strategy We can say that it is the existence of our two strengths that makes us a strong and dynamically developing enterprise. We are aiming to develop strategy based on solid information, to win advantage on the competitive market and to create efficient, customer-oriented and cost-effective enterprise. Our mission is a broader development on the European markets while keeping a strong position of a leader on our domestic market in Poland. GEOCELLS Everything tailor-made Our aim is the delivery of tailor-made services. Fast and efficient sales require an individual approach to consumer Everything Tailor Made preference!
Geo Globe Polska Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością Spółka komandytowa
43-190 Mikołów ul. Dzieńdziela 30
tel. +48 32 226 07 96 +34606 35 47 87 fax +48 32 226 05 05 [email protected]@geomaxx.es www.geoglobe.pl www.geoglobe.pl,www.geomaxx.es