Uses local material
Fills with on-site sand or dredged soil, cutting transport cost.
Ground & Infrastructure Solutions
River & Coastal Protection (Geo-textile Tubes)
Geosynthetic tube systems for erosion control and river-bank and shoreline protection.
Overview
Geotextile tubes filled with sand or dredged material form flexible structures for river-bank and shoreline protection, dykes and containment. They adapt to settlement and can be combined with erosion-control geosynthetics.
Geotextile tubes are large fabric tubes filled with sand or dredged material to form dykes, breakwaters and bank protection. They are built quickly using local material and can be a cost-effective alternative to rock and concrete for erosion control.
- Geo-tube systems
- Sea / river-front structures
- Erosion control with geo-textiles
- Eco-friendly water-front solutions
Key Benefits
Quick to build
Tubes are laid and filled hydraulically at speed.
Flexible structure
Adapts to the ground and to wave and river action.
Lower environmental footprint
Fewer quarried materials and a softer appearance than hard structures.
Where It Is Used
- River-bank erosion control
- Shoreline and beach protection
- Dykes and cofferdams
- Containment of dredged material
How We Work
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1
Assess the site
Study waves, currents, soil and the protection needed.
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2
Design the tube layout
Choose tube size, fabric strength and foundation protection.
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3
Place and fill
Position empty tubes and fill them hydraulically with sand slurry.
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4
Inspect and maintain
Check for damage and scour and repair as required.
What You Receive
- Layout and section drawings
- Fabric and material specification
- Filling records
- Maintenance guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do geotextile tubes last?
Life depends on the fabric, UV exposure and the environment; protective covering extends it.
Are they permanent?
They can serve as long-term protection or temporary works, depending on design.
Have an infrastructure testing or monitoring requirement?
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