Engineered for Strength. Built for Durability. Designed for Performance.
Introduction:
When your project demands superior tensile strength and exceptional durability, our Woven Geotextile Fabric is the definitive choice. Engineered through a precise process of interlocking high-tenacity polypropylene tapes, this robust geotextile is designed to provide critical functions in separation, reinforcement, stabilization, and erosion control. It is the indispensable, high-performance foundation for civil, construction, and landscaping applications where failure is not an option.
What is Woven Geotextile Fabric?
Woven geotextile is a permeable geosynthetic material manufactured by weaving together individual polypropylene yarns (flat tapes or round filaments) on a loom in two perpendicular directions (warp and weft). This manufacturing process creates a dimensionally stable fabric with a consistent pore structure, resulting in high tensile strength and low elongation properties.
Key Features & Benefits:
Exceptional Tensile Strength & Load Capacity: The primary advantage of woven geotextiles is their high tensile strength, which allows them to withstand significant loads and stresses. This makes them ideal for reinforcement applications like soil stabilization under roads, parking lots, and embankments.
Superior Separation: Acts as a permanent barrier between two distinct layers of soil, such as a soft subgrade and a clean aggregate base. By preventing the intermixing of materials, it maintains the integrity and structural capacity of the aggregate layer, reducing rutting and premature failure.
High Resistance to Puncture and Abrasion: The tight, interlocking weave provides outstanding resistance to damage from sharp rocks, debris, and installation stresses. This ensures the fabric remains intact and functional throughout the lifespan of the project.
Excellent Stabilization: Distributes loads over a wider area, reducing differential settlement and providing a stable working platform on soft, unstable subsoils. This is crucial for construction on challenging sites.
UV and Chemical Resistance: Manufactured from UV-stabilized polypropylene, our woven geotextile is resistant to degradation from sunlight exposure during installation and from naturally occurring chemicals in the soil, ensuring long-term performance.
Controlled Permeability: While not primarily designed for filtration (where non-woven is often preferred), woven geotextiles allow for in-plane water flow, aiding in drainage while providing their primary reinforcement function.
Technical Specifications:
Material: 100% Virgin or Recycled Polypropylene (UV Stabilized)
Manufacturing Process: Slit Tape Woven or Filament Woven
Key Properties:
Grab Tensile Strength (ASTM D4632): [e.g., Very High, specific values like 200-3000 lbs available per weight]
Elongation at Break (ASTM D4632): Low (Typically <25%)
Puncture Resistance (ASTM D4833): [e.g., Very High, specific values in lbs]
Trapezoid Tear Strength (ASTM D4533): [e.g., High, specific values in lbs]
Weight: Available in a range of weights (e.g., from 4 oz/yd² to 16 oz/yd² or higher) to meet specific project strength requirements.
Roll Sizes: Various widths (e.g., 12.5 ft, 15 ft) and lengths (e.g., 300 ft, 450 ft) available for efficient project coverage.
Primary Applications:
Road and Pavement Construction: Used for base reinforcement and separation under roads, highways, parking lots, and airport runways.
Construction Access Roads: Provides a stable working platform for vehicles and equipment on soft, wet ground.
Embankment and Slope Reinforcement: Stabilizes soil for building embankments and slopes over weak foundations.
Railway Bed Stabilization: Separates the ballast from the subsoil, maintaining track alignment and reducing maintenance.
Parking Lot and Foundation Stabilization: Reinforces subgrades beneath paved and unpaved areas.
Erosion Control: Used as a underlayer for riprap (rock armor) on slopes and shorelines to prevent soil loss while allowing water drainage.
Landfill and Site Operations: Used for separation in various containment applications.
Installation Guidelines:
Site Preparation: Clear and grade the area to the desired contour. Remove all sharp objects, debris, and vegetation that could puncture the fabric.
Placement: Unroll the geotextile directly onto the prepared subgrade. Place rolls with the machine direction (direction of highest strength) perpendicular to the anticipated traffic or stress.
Overlap: Adjacent rolls must be overlapped sufficiently (typically 12-18 inches for reinforcement; 6-12 inches for separation). On slopes, always overlap the upper panel over the lower panel.
Anchoring: Secure the fabric at edges and overlaps using staples or stakes, especially on slopes, to prevent movement during backfilling.
Backfilling: Place the overlying material (e.g., aggregate) directly onto the fabric. Drop the material from the lowest practical height to minimize fabric distortion. Spread the material with lightweight equipment initially.
Woven vs. Non-Woven: Which to Choose?
Choose WOVEN when your primary needs are Tensile Strength, Reinforcement, Separation, and Load Distribution (e.g., under roads, parking lots).
Choose NON-WOVEN when your primary needs are Filtration, Drainage, and Protection (e.g., behind retaining walls, in French drains, under riprap).
Why Choose Our Woven Geotextile Fabric?
We are committed to delivering geosynthetics that meet the highest industry standards. Our woven geotextiles are rigorously tested for consistency and performance. We offer a complete range of weights and strengths to provide a cost-effective and engineered solution for your specific project requirements, backed by expert technical support.
FAQ:
Q: Is woven geotextile fabric permeable?
A: Yes, it is permeable and allows for water to pass through its plane. However, its flow rate (permittivity) is generally lower than that of a non-woven geotextile of similar weight. Its main function is reinforcement, not drainage.
Q: Can it be used for drainage applications?
A: It is not the preferred choice for drainage applications where water flow through the fabric plane is critical. Non-woven geotextiles are better suited for that primary function.
Q: How long does it last underground?
A: Made from inert polypropylene, woven geotextile fabric has an exceptionally long service life when buried, often exceeding 100 years, as it is resistant to rot, mildew, and chemical biodegradation.
Call to Action:
Strengthen your project's foundation with the proven performance of our Woven Geotextile Fabric. Contact us today for a free sample, a detailed quote, or to consult with our technical experts for your specific application needs. Let's build something strong and lasting, together.
