GeoCell

Introduction

GeoCell is a light, strong three-dimensional honeycomblike expandable cellular structure made from ultrasonically-welded High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) strips. GeoCell sections are fastened together, placed directly on the subsoil surface, propped open and filled with compact non-cohesive soils, sands or recycled materials which are confined within the cellular walls.

GeoCells significantly improve the bearing capacity of soft soils and is being used extensively in ground improvement. GeoCell is user friendly as it is lightweight and supplied flat in panel form which can be expanded onsite to create the honeycomb structure for infilling. It has proved to be an innovative soil stabilization and road reinforcement technology for civil engineering and infrastructure.

Application

GeoCell is often recommended for conditions having ground water close to the surface. GeoCells have been used for

Types of Application	Required GeoCell Functions
Steep Slope Surfaces, mountainous areas	Protection, Stabilization
Hydraulic Structures, Industrial equipment Protective linings of Channels	Stabilization, Reinforcement
Railway Embankment	Load support capacity improvement
Earth Retention (Multi-layered earth-retaining and water-retaining gravity structures) Used for steep vertical mechanically stabilized earth structures	Stabilization, Reinforcement
Agriculture	Stabilization, Reinforcement
Civil engineering Pavement load support Load distribution system	Stabilization, Reinforcement
Weak sub grade soils	Static & dynamic load support

Functions

From construction to agriculture and the development of infrastructure, the use of GeoCells have proven to reduce the strain on natural resources to a great extent. Today, GeoCells are being widely used all over the world as they provide soil stabilization and reinforcement.

Stabilization

GeoCells reduce lateral movement of soil particles while vertically loading on the contained infill which increases stability in weak or unsteady soil, especially on the slopes.

Reinforcement

GeoCells improve load distribution and reinforce the weak sub-grade or subsoil and help to strengthen the soil surface and give the structure a longer life.

Protection

GeoCells have high elastic stiffness and tensile strength. It provides a protective mattress effect with weight distribution, leading to less rutting in the surface materials above.

Benefits

Durability

GeoCells are invaluable for civil constructions as they are highly durable. They hold the soil and at the same time provide a flexible base while acting as a load distribution system, preventing cracks in pavements and roads.

Environment Friendly

GeoCells are environment-friendly as they can be filled with anything local, from soil to gravel without needing transportation from elsewhere, thus lowering carbon footprints and saving money too.

Cost Saving

GeoCells do not need costly filling materials and are as effective with local infill materials. Projects are thus completed faster with local, readily available materials, saving time and money.