Geo Cells

The leading provider of geocells for ground stabilisation in Australia.

Geocells for retaining walls, slope protection, load support, and more

Geocells offer a host of applications in the construction and civil engineering industries. The technique is often used to build robust retaining walls, stabilise loose soil, and ensure long-term erosion control on-site or in the local area. This is also a highly cost-effective solution to ground stabilisation and environmental rehabilitation thanks to the high-tensile materials used to make geocells.

At Ground Stabilisation Systems, we’ve provided geocell soil stabilisation services to clients around Australia for over 20 years. Contact us for more information about geocells and our soil erosion prevention services.

How geocells work

Geocells were developed in the late 1970s and 1980s for earth retention applications, and we have seen the technique develop and improve over the years. Now, this innovative solution is commonly used for:

  • The protection and stabilisation of steep slopes
  • The protective lining of channels and hydraulic structures
  • Increased static and dynamic load-carrying capacity on soft soils
  • Multi-layered earth-retaining and water-retaining gravity walls
  • Commercial retaining walls.

 

Geocells are cellular confinement systems designed to stabilise and protect soil, maintaining its compaction and creating a stronger structure. The interconnected cells have a three-dimensional honeycomb-like structure to ensure the geocell is strong and durable while improving the soil’s load distribution for maximum performance.

The cells are made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polyester and other polymer materials. These materials are made to reduce lateral movement of soil while vertically loading the contained infill. The cells have high elastic stiffness and tensile strength, again assisting with the weight distribution of the soil so less rutting occurs.

Geocells can be transported to your site folded flat and later infilled with suitable material once in position. When the soil or other infill material is subjected to pressure from above (e.g., the weight of vehicles), the load is distributed across a wider area, and some of the pressure is directed out laterally to the perimeter cell walls.

This increases the strength and lifespan of the pavement layer or retaining structure.

Other benefits include:

  • Reduced construction, maintenance, and installation costs through the use of geocells in load support applications such as the construction of roads, railways, ports and airports
  • Increased speed of construction while delivering higher seismic resistance in earth retention walls
  • Improved drainage and erosion control in slope protection
  • Decreased carbon footprint
  • Ability to use local and recycled materials as infill.

 

To learn more about geocells and cellular confinement systems, contact the team from Ground Stabilisation Systems. Our experienced team members will explain geocells’ various uses, benefits and advantages for your project.

How we work

At Ground Stabilisation Systems, we design and develop geo-webbing plans for construction and civil engineering clients across Australia. We can solve even the most complex environmental challenges using durable geocell materials and the latest innovative installation techniques — from erosion control to soil stabilisation, channel protection and structural reinforcement.

We will deliver the geocell materials to your site and expand them to form cells. The individual cells are then packed with soil, sand, aggregate, or concrete and mechanically compacted to ensure the fill is flush with or below the adjacent terrain.

The process is relatively simple but still requires the expertise of a ground stabilisation specialist. Contact the team from Ground Stabilisation Systems for geocell soil stabilisation services today.

What makes us the go-to choice for geocell installation in Australia?

Ground Stabilisation Systems has been one of Australia’s leading providers of geocells for more than 20 years. Utilising the finest materials and most innovative techniques in the industry, we have completed an extensive range of projects using durable geocells — for example, our team was engaged by the McCloy Group in 2015 to work with their engineers and designers to develop a three-dimensional slope stabilisation plan for an upcoming residential development in Teralba, Lake Macquarie.

The project presented various challenges, including steep slopes, water run-off issues, a high visibility rate, and concerns from the local council. Our “geo-web” solution included soil nailing, and we delivered an economical, effective solution to the area’s soil stability problems.

The stable, well-vegetated, and rehabilitated site was considered a success for the developers, future residents, and the local council, paving the way for similar developments in the future. Here’s what the client had to say.

“Ground Stabilisation Systems installed approximately 1,000 square metres of geo-webbing, including rock anchoring to our Billy’s Lookout Estate. Peter and the team completed the project professionally, reliably and safely to present a quality product. I would not hesitate to recommend Ground Stabilisation Systems.”

We can achieve the same desirable result for your project. Contact us today for more information about geocells and our expert ground stabilisation services. Our team will provide an obligation-free quote alongside reliable recommendations and advice.

Our testimonials

Jeff Breen – Armidale Regional Council, Project Manager

The GSS team worked well with all stakeholders to ensure the landslip remediations stayed on budget and program. GSS provided a good quality project with little impact to the local community. I would not hesitate to recommend them in the future for similar works.

Ahmed Gomaa – Heritage Stoneworks, Project Manager

The overall performance of the contractor was good, they were helpful, supportive, and professional. The quality of their work was good. They managed our requirements, as well as our stakeholders, in a timely manner. The contractor complied with the Heritage Architectural requirements and maintained the heritage significance of the rock face. GSS will be recommended to handle similar projects with the division in the future.  GSS provided a superior service and were able to keep the Project on time and on budget.

Jon Hines – MC Group, Project Manager

Ground Stabilisation Systems installed approx. 1,000sqm of geowebbing including rock anchoring to our Billy’s Lookout Estate. Peter and the team completed the project in a professional, reliable and safe manner to present a quality product. I would not hesitate to recommend Ground Stabilisation Systems.

Lizzie Attwood – Coffs Harbour City Council

GSS performed soil nailing, rock nailing, shotcrete, steel cable and mesh bank protection systems. Some of these works were over water and all were conducted with minimal environmental impact. We would have no hesitation in using Ground Stabilisation Systems on future works.

Troy Gould – KCE, Project Manager

It was great to work with an organisation that was on site when agreed, completed their works with the agreed time frames and went over and above to ensure that not only KCE but our client was happy with all works to be carried out.

Elena Kuzman – Abril Building Solutions, Project Manager

We found GSS to be a trustworthy and valuable company, with the ability to deliver a high quality of work, under difficult circumstances, and very tight deadlines. Although many obstacles were presented throughout the project, they still managed to meet the requirements and handed over the project as per the anticipated schedule. Peter’s approach is evident in all aspects of the work including quoting, communication, availability and customer service to both our company and our customers

20 years (& counting) of knowledge & expertise

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Certified Management Systems

At GSS, we pride ourselves on our certified management systems, which are supported by the standards and awards we have achieved. Our focus is on delivering the highest-quality ground engineering services for every project we undertake. To achieve this, safety and efficiency are at the forefront of all operations that GSS is involved in.

Citation Certification ISO9001
Citation Certification ISO14001
Citation Certification- ISO45001
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JAS-ANZ
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ADIA M

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