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An engineered method used to stabilize existing slopes or excavation utilizing “top down” construction sequencing. This passive reinforcement system remediates unstable natural slopes or construct new or existing over-steepened slopes using closely spaced steel inclusions. The practice involves drilling solid or hollow bars to depths specified by a geotechnical engineer. GeoStabilization’s innovative Soil Nail Launcher™ utilizes compressed air to blast up to 20-foot-long nails into the slope at speeds reaching 250-mph.
Soil nails are reinforced bars installed in soil mass. Soil nails can be installed in a variety of methods including drilled, driven, or launched nails and can be installed in a wide range of soil conditions accommodating changes in ground conditions. Soil nails perform well under seismic loading due to coupling with the ground. Each installed nail is a soil probe which can aid in design refinement during construction. Soil nails are part of a soil-structure system, consisting of the following elements: earth materials, tendons, grout, facing, connections, and drainage.
The installed nails are usually fully grouted and installed at a slight downward inclination, with the elements installed at regularly spaced points across the slope. Steel-reinforced rigid shotcrete or flexible wire mesh is often applied as facing to add strength and erosion control.
Soil nail components may also be used to stabilize retaining walls and levees as remedial measures. An advantage of a soil nail wall is its cost-effectiveness over other alternatives. When conventional soil nailing construction procedures are used, a soil nail wall is much more economical than concrete gravity walls and, similarly or more cost-effective than ground anchor walls.
The installed nails are usually fully grouted and installed at a slight downward inclination, with the elements installed at regularly spaced points across the slope. Steel-reinforced rigid shotcrete or flexible wire mesh is often applied as facing to add strength and erosion control.
Soil nail components may also be used to stabilize retaining walls and levees as remedial measures. An advantage of a soil nail wall is its cost-effectiveness over other alternatives. When conventional soil nailing construction procedures are used, a soil nail wall is much more economical than concrete gravity walls and, similarly or more cost-effective than ground anchor walls.
When comparing traditional shoring methods to GeoStabilizations Launched Soil Nails, the cost-effectiveness of the latter becomes apparent. The increased durability and reduced maintenance needs of GeoStabilizations’ solution leads to long-term cost savings for contractors. Additionally, case studies have showcased the significant cost-effectiveness of using Launched Soil Nails for temporary shoring projects.
By choosing GeoStabilizations’ solution, contractors can save both time and money in their projects. The product’s superior durability and low-maintenance design result in fewer necessary repairs or replacements down the line. With proven success through various case studies, it’s clear that GeoStabilizations Launched Soil Nails offer a highly effective yet affordable alternative to traditional shoring methods.
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When the requirement arises to stabilize slope erosion and slope failure so they don’t endanger personnel and infrastructure, GeoStabilization International® provides innovative technologies, fast action, and comprehensive solutions. For over twenty years, our teams have been mitigating landslides and providing residential slope stabilization, slope monitoring, slope protection, and landslide prevention services.
Contact GeoStabilization at 855-905-2460 for our soil nailing services.
When the requirement arises to stabilize slope erosion and slope failure so they don’t endanger personnel and infrastructure, GeoStabilization International® provides innovative technologies, fast action, and comprehensive solutions. For over twenty years, our teams have been mitigating landslides and providing residential slope stabilization, slope monitoring, slope protection, and landslide prevention services.
Contact GeoStabilization at 855-905-2460 for our soil nailing services.855-905-2460
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