GEOWEB® Geocells for Rail & Port/Intermodal Stabilization
The GEOWEB 3D soil stabilization system is a versatile solution for ballast reinforcement, yard stabilization and erosion protection of embankments and stormwater channels—especially in soft soil environments and in heavy, repeated loading areas.
GEOWEB Soil Stabilization System for Solar Farm Site Access Road
Featured Project:
Brandywine Solar Farm Permeable Site Access Road
The Challenge:
The project owner, Vanguard Energy, required a site access solution to allow safe, long-term access for maintenance and emergency-vehicle access. While traffic would be infrequent, the roadway needed to support up to a 70,000-pound fire truck.
To achieve this, they decided to build a permeable site-access road utilizing a soil stabilization system that would adhere to permitting requirements and support the weight of heavy vehicles.
The Solution:
Vanguard Energy reached out to Presto Geosystems and local material supplier, Colonial Construction Materials, to devise a solution that would meet their needs. They chose the GEOWEB® Load Support System with a vegetated infill to construct the permeable access road into the solar farm.
Building Long-Lasting Commercial Truck Parking Lots Using GEOWEB Geocells Presented by Bryan Wedin, P.E.
Commercial truck parking lots face some of the harshest conditions in pavement design: heavy loads, long dwell times, constant turning, and soft subgrades. Traditional asphalt and aggregate designs often fail early, creating costly repairs, downtime, and stormwater challenges.
In this webinar, Bryan Wedin, P.E., Chief Civil Engineer at Presto Geosystems, will explain how the GEOWEB® Soil Stabilization System delivers long-term performance for paved and unpaved truck parking lots. Originally developed with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the GEOWEB geosynthetic system has been proven worldwide for more than 40 years in ports, distribution centers, and other heavy-duty applications.
Attendees will learn how the 3D honeycomb structure reinforces the base layer, reduces pavement and base depth requirements, and creates stable, resilient truck parking areas that drain better and last longer.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify common causes of premature failure in commercial truck parking lots and how they impact long-term maintenance costs.
- Understand how GEOWEB® geocells function as a geosynthetic soil stabilization system that confines aggregate and distributes heavy truck loads.
- Compare performance and cost benefits of geocell-reinforced bases versus traditional pavement and aggregate designs.
- Evaluate design options for permeable and impermeable truck parking lots that address stormwater management requirements.
- Apply lessons from real-world projects in ports, distribution centers, and truck parking facilities to future designs.
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StarGate Movie Uses the GEOWEB Geocells
GEOWEB System’s Big-Screen Debut
The GEOWEB system made its Hollywood debut in the 1994 sci-fi action-adventure movie, Stargate. To serve as the desert landscape in the film, filmmakers chose the barren setting surrounding Yuma, Arizona. However, very loose sands at the film location made transportation around the site virtually impossible. Crews used the GEOWEB system to create an “instant road,” using on-site sand as the infill, that allowed vehicles and heavy equipment to move around the desert with no rutting or loss of traction.
Director Roland Emmerich stated, “We never would have been able to move around the desert without [GEOWEB].”
Revolutionize Your Construction Projects with Presto Geosystems' GEOWEB® Geocells
Unlock the potential of your construction projects with Presto Geosystems' pioneering GEOWEB® Geocells, the technology that has been transforming the construction landscape for over four decades. This video showcases the diverse applications of our Geocell technology, which stabilizes soil in a variety of construction scenarios—whether you're building unpaved roads, managing steep slopes, or supporting operations in heavy industries such as mining and oil.
Explore the GEOWEB System's leading-edge features that deliver unmatched strength, versatility, and reliability. Discover how our comprehensive system, including geocell connection keys, weather-resistant anchors, and specialized tools, can streamline your on-site work and boost productivity.
Experience firsthand the dedicated support Presto Geosystems offers at every project phase, from detailed planning to hands-on oversight and training. Our commitment to your project's success and our extensive support network of experienced engineers ensure that you're well-equipped to tackle even the most challenging site conditions.
Are you ready to elevate your construction capabilities?
The Presto Geosystems Advantage
Our Mission is to Give the World a Strong Foundation to Build On.
With the commercialization of geocell soil confinement technology in the early 1980s, Presto Geosystems made history as one of the early pioneers in the world of geosynthetics. Four decades later, that innovative spirit is as alive today as it was at the beginning of our journey. Our products have been used on every continent and on thousands of projects to improve infrastructure reliability and environmental quality for communities around the world. We believe in the human spirit of innovation, and we believe that reliable infrastructure and environmental quality are foundational to the prosperity and well-being of the world’s communities.
Low Impact Development & Environmental Solutions
Discover how Presto Geosystems' sustainable solutions can revolutionize low impact development and boost green building credits.
Our innovative products reduce stormwater runoff and minimize site disturbance:
• GEOBLOCK Grass Pavers & GEOWEB Geocells: Create drivable green spaces for occasional traffic with our advanced porous pavement systems.
• GEOPAVE Gravel Pavers & GEOWEB Geocells: Achieve heavy-duty load support with our cost-effective porous pavements designed for daily traffic, ensuring permeability in high-traffic areas.
Enhance your projects with Presto Geosystems' green infrastructure solutions and make a lasting positive impact on the environment.
How can we help you with your next green building project?
