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Buddy Holly Recreation Area/ Fiesta Plaza, Lubbock, Texas - Case study

Project Name: Buddy Holly Recreation Area/ Fiesta Plaza Product: Slopetame2 erosion control system Application: Erosion Control City: Lubbock State/Province: Texas Install Date: Summer 2006 Install Size: 3350 m2 (36,120 sq ft) Address: North University on Canyon Lakes Drive Client: City of Lubbock Parks and Recreation Department Designer: Mr. Holly Holder of Parkhill, Smith and Cooper ...

Jan. 6, 2011

By Invisible Structures, Inc.

Ayalon concrete channel, Tel-Aviv, Israel - Case Study

In Israel, the long, dry summer is followed by a short rainy winter season causing high-flow, high-velocity streams and flooding often occurs. Serving as the divider for the north and south lanes of the Tel-Aviv Freeway, the Ayalon channel was designed to handle the surging waters of the Ayalon River during Tel-Aviv’s winter rainy season. Since the channel's original design, the city has ...

Jun. 10, 2009

By Presto Geosystems

Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Minerals Division - Case Study

Voorhees Highwall – Columbiana County, Ohio Fix and repair unsafe conditions at a prior strip mine in Ohio. Moved 50,000 cubic yards of fill, dewatered the site, and cleared 9 acres. Restored the area with erosion control systems, and added new drainage swales and structures. In the end, we turned the Voorhees Highwall into a sloping meadow with improved water quality and now lacks any ...

Aug. 24, 2016

By Environmental Remediation Contractor

Use Articulated Concrete Block Mats for People and Animal Safety

Cable concrete mat installations are great for using in areas that are close to water in order to prevent soil erosion. Since they offer superior flexibility, they can be customized to fit your specific project needs. And whether you’ve thought about it or not, articulated concrete block mats also play a role in keeping people and animals safe, while at the same time providing structural ...

Oct. 14, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Articulated Concrete Blocks Provide Much Needed Protection for Your Pipeline

One of the many ways that articulated concrete blocks can protect pipelines is by adding structural stability in areas that are particularly prone to erosion. This erosion is not the only type of hazard posed to your pipeline, though, and if you don’t have the proper protection in place, your pipeline could be susceptible to deterioration at the hands of these other threats as well: ...

Mar. 16, 2017

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Manage Vehicle Traffic Better with a Revetment Mat

A revetment mat contains articulated concrete in an easy-to-install mat system. It is a well‑known method for controlling erosion and maintaining shorelines. However, a revetment mat system also creates excellent roads. You may manage a park where maintenance staff has to travel to empty trash cans or repair bathrooms, or you may require better access roads at your private ranch. No matter ...

Sep. 15, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Building Box Culverts with Articulated Cable Concrete Block Systems

When you need to manage the flow of water in an area with streams, heavy rainfall or otherwise consistently wet conditions, the box culvert stands the test of time. Box culverts have been around for many years for a good reason: they can be excellent tools for directing and controlling water so it doesn’t cause erosion and interfere with roads, trails or other manmade structures that need ...

May 26, 2017

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Why Your Project Should Include Articulated Concrete Blocks

During any construction project, large or small, planning for potential construction erosion is essential. Failing to take into consideration the possibility of erosion when planning a construction site will not only reduce the quality of the soil at the site, but it may also damage surrounding properties, harm the local environment and result in hefty fines and liability costs. To avoid the ...

Nov. 23, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Articulated Concrete Blocks for Shoreline Protection

Shoreline erosion is a process that occurs naturally along the coast and on lakes, rivers and even streams. Shoreline erosion can occur slowly due to the constant bombardment of waves against the shore, the flow of water, runoff due to rain and the freezing and thawing of ice. It can also occur quickly due to storms, flooding and other more extreme weather conditions. Shoreline erosion is a ...

Dec. 7, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

How to choose open cell or closed cell articulated concrete blocks

Are you wondering what the best, most cost-effective solution is for erosion control at your construction site? There are a variety of solutions available, but we always highly recommend the use of articulated concrete blocks. These systems are a great alternative to what can otherwise be a costly, time-consuming task in erosion control. Articulated concrete block systems can be used in a wide ...

Jan. 27, 2017

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Consider Cable Concrete Erosion Control Solutions for Natural and Manmade Causes of Ground Erosion

The weather is a powerful force that’s capable of leaving all types and levels of destruction in its wake. Shifting soil is one of the most common results of wet or windy weather, and it’s a natural event needed to maintain the environment. Something to note, however, is that although soil erosion is a naturally occurring process, there are times when erosion situations are influenced ...

Aug. 1, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Ask a Cable Concrete Contractor About the Most Significant Effects of Soil Erosion and the Harm It Can Do

Soil erosion is not unusual. In fact, it’s a pretty common occurrence around the world. When topsoil is disturbed, this layer of ground gets moved from here to there—fertile soil for farming can be lost, and wild lands can have a difficult time regenerating. Whereas soil erosion is typically thought of as a slow acting process, in reality, there is no real way of knowing just how ...

Aug. 15, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Areas Where Revetment Mats Can Provide Structure and Ground Stability

First things first—what does the term revetment mean in relation to erosion control? Well, revetments are like sloping walls placed just right to block or drain invading water before it can destroy a surrounding ground, like riverbanks, beaches, cliffs and man-made waterways. Containing articulated concrete, a revetment mat installation—consisting of one or more pieces—is the ...

Oct. 28, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Areas Most Prone to Winter Storm Water Can Benefit from Temporary Erosion Control

Winter can be a beautiful time of year. Generally, there are nice, brief storms and maybe some snow, and everything is fine. But occasionally, we get hit hard with storms that just won’t let up, such as when it rains for days or feet of snow come down—we are left to deal with the consequences. All too often, those consequences involve too much water, despite the work put into ...

Dec. 16, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

1998 IFAI award lake Isabella/Little Miami River, Hamilton County, Ohio - Case Study

Presto Products Co., Appleton, wis., received an Outstanding Achievement Award in the geosynthetics category of IFAI’s International Achievement Awards for the Little Miami River/Lake Isabella shoreline-stabilization project in Ohio. The project was a collaborative effort between Presto Products Co., designers at Bozeman, Mont.-based Inter-Fluve Inc., Sunesis Construction Co. of Camp ...

Jun. 9, 2009

By Presto Geosystems

Steep Slope Erosion Control (Punta Raton, Panama) case study

Background: The hilly Pacific coastline of Panama has witnessed the force of many storms and severe erosion forces in years past, leading to a problem for the Punta Raton Beach Residences. In order to procure the most property out of the available space, contractors have been required to cut into the bordering slopes at a 70 degree angle. Technical Information: Materials Used: EnviroGrid ...

Mar. 2, 2013

By Geo Products, L.L.C. - EnviroGrid Cellular Confinement (Geocell)

Why You Want Articulated Concrete for Landfill Protection

A good landfill is one that no one notices. It does not produce odors, contribute to erosion or divert storm water to undesirable locations. The municipality or private entity in charge of it has to make great efforts to keep it that way. One way to do that is by installing articulated concrete. This system of concrete blocks and wires offers landfill protection that is unlike previous options. ...

Sep. 1, 2016

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Enjoy Better Access Roadways with Articulated Concrete Blocks

Access roadways are necessary for park maintenance, landfill management and effective agricultural operations. Traditional ways of building roads often take too long and are stressful on natural environments. Articulated concrete blocks offer a viable alternative for roadways, which helps preserve habitat as well. Here is are six ways you will enjoy articulated concrete blocks for creating ...

Mar. 2, 2017

By International Erosion Control Systems Inc. (IECS)

Petrochemical company repair/upgrade, Sarnia, Ont., Canada - Case Study

The Problem: Economically upgrade and repair dikes that have suffered from severe surface erosion and growth of undesirable vegetation. The Solution: Presto Geoweb® Cellular Confinement System Dikes that protect three tanks at a petrochemical company in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada suffered from severe surface erosion problems and growth of undesirable vegetation. A cost-effective solution was ...

Jun. 9, 2009

By Presto Geosystems

San Diego Gas & Electric Uses Drivable Grass® Solution

San Diego Gas & Electric required a long term slope stabilization, erosion control, and storm water runoff control system to be installed on 2:1 slopes for a new substation located in Chula Vista, CA. The city determined that Soil Retention’s Drivable Grass® system was the best solution for their needs and also provided an aesthetically pleasing finish. Drivable Grass® is a ...

Aug. 3, 2017

By Soil Retention

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