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Platipus - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions (ARGS®) for Slope Stabilization
Platipus Anchors Limited specializes in ground anchoring systems designed for a variety of challenging applications. One of their standout offerings is the Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions (ARGS®), specifically engineered for stabilizing slopes facing erosion or instability due to poor drainage, over steepening, or lack of vegetation. These solutions integrate Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) with surface materials to form a robust support network ideal for tackling shallow slides, deep-seated failures, and cut face slopes. With proven effectiveness in civil engineering and construction sectors, Platipus's solutions address environmental concerns by minimizing land alteration while enhancing slope stability. Complementing this is their anchor load indicator and specification software, which aid in precise installation demands. Their comprehensive portfolio underscores their commitment to providing adaptable anchoring technologies for sectors like landscaping, pipeline buoyancy, and communications infrastructure.Most popular related searches
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Stabilising slopes offers many significant challenges. Platipus combine Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) with a suitable surface or facing material to make an Anchored Reinforced Grid Solution (ARGS®).
The ARGS® system is ideal for stabilising slopes where over steepening, excess water, poor drainage or lack of deep rooted vegetation have caused erosion or instability.
- Simple and cost effective
- Fast and easy installation
- Immediately quantifiable ground anchor loads
- Low environmental impact
- Encourages re-vegetation
- Can be used with most surface or facing materials
- Incorporating Plati-Drain® can reduce pore water pressure
The Platipus ARGS® system can be used in many situations. Below are some illustrations of the most common circumstances, click on them to see how they work.
Erosion Control
Shallow Slide
Deep Seated Failure
Deep Seated Failures
Cut Face Slope
Key Benefits
- Simple and effective concept
- Lightweight corrosion resistant ground anchor to suit a range of design life requirements
- Fast and easy installation
- Immediate quantifiable ground anchor loads
- Holding capacity up to 200kN
- Ideal for temporary and permanent situations
- Cost effective alternative to traditional anchoring techniques
Environmental Benefits
- No grout
– No curing time
– No mess
– No contamination - Low environmental impact
- Can be suitable for Special Areas of Conservation (SAC’s)
Additional Services
- Design assistance including full indemnification
- Technical presentations
- Site surveys and ground anchor testing
- On-site training and demonstration
- Supply and installation service through a network of Approved Installers
- Large choice of hire equipment to install and proof test the system