Emergency Vehicle Access Road at St. Louis Hospital
In early 2022, Mercy Hospital began construction on a new facility in St. Louis, Missouri. The project’s engineer and owners needed to build a fire lane access road that could support the weight of fire trucks and allow them to get close to the building for other emergencies. Another concern was finding a way to limit the stormwater runoff since the parking lots were made of concrete.
Read case study: https://www.prestogeo.com/case_studies/emergency-vehicle-access-road-at-st-louis-mercy-hospital-south/
GEOPAVE Aggregate Pavers Provide Permeable Parking Lot at Recreational Trail
Installation of the GEOPAVE system allowed the project to stay within its original budget due to the system’s ability to accommodate vehicular loading requirements as well as provide necessary on-site stormwater management.
Read case study: https://www.prestogeo.com/case_studies/porous-pavers-provide-access-to-recreational-trail/
How Engineers Use Geosynthetics to Create Climate-Ready Infrastructure
Building resilient infrastructure is no longer optional. It's essential.
From flooding across the U.S. to earthquakes, heat waves, and wildfires around the world, today's infrastructure faces increasing pressure from extreme weather events.
Our latest blog explores how GEOWEB® Geocells help communities strengthen roads, stabilize slopes, reduce erosion, protect shorelines, and improve long-term infrastructure performance in challenging environments.
While no single solution can prevent every disaster, resilient infrastructure strategies can help communities prepare for, respond to, and recover more effectively.
Read blog: https://www.prestogeo.com/blog/building-climate-resilient-infrastructure-using-geosynthetics/
Best Practices for Installing the GEOWEB® Geocell System Presented by JP George
In this webinar, we will review installation techniques for the four major applications of the GEOWEB® geocells: Load Support, Slope Protection, Channel Armoring, and Earth Retention. We will offer professional tips and best practices to streamline your installation process, saving you both time and money. This intermediate-level webinar is designed for those who already have some experience with the GEOWEB system and are looking to enhance their knowledge of the installation process; however, all are welcome to attend.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the benefits of geocellular confinement for the major applications of the GEOWEB® geocells, including Load Support, Slope Protection, Channel Armoring, and Earth Retention.
- Gain valuable insights into the most effective installation techniques for the GEOWEB System utilizing our integral ATRA® accessories.
- Learn how to how to properly train contractors prior to installation, setting them up for success and ensuring the best possible outcome for your project.
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Introduction to the GEOWEB MSE Wall Design Software For Vegetated and Non-Vegetated Retaining Walls Presented by Bryan Wedin, P.E.
Presto Geosystems provides its GEOWEB® MSE Wall Design Software free of charge for designing both gravity and reinforced wall applications. This tool enables the creation of vegetated and non-vegetated MSE structures, drawing on the GEOWEB System inputs for reinforced slopes, gravity walls, and geogrid-reinforced walls. The software employs industry-standard design methods and includes specific algorithms that account for the unique interaction between the GEOWEB System, retained soil, foundation, and reinforced soil, incorporating particular safety factors and, where necessary, geogrid reinforcement.
This webinar will provide an in-depth tour of the MSE Wall Design Software. You will learn how to navigate the software and input simple data to create a full-graphic design analysis and cross-sectional drawing.
In this webinar, you will learn:
- About the different types of retaining wall systems possible with the GEOWEB system.
- How the MSE Wall Design Software functions and the supporting design theory.
- How the software performs an analysis with simple data input screens for both gravity and reinforced systems.
- About real-world applications through an overview of case studies.
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Flexible Design Solutions for Resilient Dams and Spillways Presented by Sam Justice, P.E.
When it comes to erosion control and slope protection in dam and spillway applications, unique challenges arise due to the potential for high water flows and heavy hydraulic pressure. We understand the importance of finding effective solutions for various scenarios, whether it’s protecting an infrequently used spillway area, a dam crest with semi-frequent vehicle traffic, or even entire dam structures that are in constant use.
During this webinar, we showcase how the GEOWEB® Soil Stabilization System provides a reliable and tailored approach to erosion control and slope protection in dam and spillway environments.
Learning Objectives:
- Gain in-depth insight into the erosion control capabilities of the GEOWEB System, understanding how it effectively protects against the force of water flow.
- Acquire practical knowledge on the application of the GEOWEB Slope Protection System across a wide range of project conditions, enabling you to adapt it to various environments with confidence.
- Discover how the GEOWEB Confinement System addresses typical construction issues and design problems, equipping you with strategies to overcome challenges and simplify your erosion control projects.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of how the GEOWEB System reduces vertical pressure on the subgrade, allowing for a reduced cross-section without compromising the structural integrity of the project.
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Designing Resilient & Cost-Effective Stormwater Channels Presented by Sam Justice, P.E.
Learn how the GEOWEB® Channel Protection System offers an innovative solution to channel erosion. High-flow environments pose a risk of soil and rock washout, leading to uncontrolled water flow and landscape degradation. Traditional methods like riprap and concrete are often costly and labor-intensive. The GEOWEB system presents a versatile alternative, adaptable to a range of infill materials that cater to both functional requirements and aesthetic preferences, effectively countering hydraulic stresses.
Discover the economic and installation benefits of the GEOWEB system. Its design versatility accommodates low to high flow conditions, ensuring stability across various erosive scenarios. By allowing the use of local materials and negating the necessity for internal reinforcements, the GEOWEB system reduces overall costs and simplifies installation. The system is engineered to sustain high-velocity water flow and is particularly efficient in energy dissipation, which is crucial for maintaining integrity on steep gradients.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the benefits of GEOWEB channel protection from accredited research and testing.
- Learn how the GEOWEB confinement system can accommodate typical construction issues and design problems.
- Understand the typical applications for GEOWEB channel protection and how to utilize on-site materials.
- Learn how to apply GEOWEB confinement to control high flow situations and energy dissipation requirements.
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Value Engineered Solutions Using Geosynthetics & Geocells: Q&A