Geotextiles
Details
- Product Type Geosynthetic Materials
- Regions Auckland, Christchurch, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia
Contact
- Chris Smith 0297254321
- Website Visit
- Email chris@globalsynthetics.com.au
ISupplier
- Company Name Global Synthetics
- ISupplier Profile Visit
About
Geotextiles are permeable fabrics, made from either polypropylene or polyester. When used in several different applications, mainly associated with soil, geotextiles have the ability to separate, filter, reinforce, protect, or drain. Geotextile fabrics come in three basic forms: non- woven geotextiles, woven geotextiles (needle punched), or heat bonded geotextiles (structural woven). To provide effective filtration, drainage and separation of engineering materials in a variety of construction structures associated with a range of transportation and associated infrastructure activities, the use of geotextiles has gained tremendous acceptance over the last 30 years. Geotextile materials, when selected appropriately, allow for the replacement of traditional granular filter and drainage layers, providing a significant environmental and economic benefit. Geotextiles are a relatively inexpensive product, that when designed and installed correctly can replace traditional granular treatments with significant cost savings, both in aggregate quantities used and traditional labour costs to install such aggregate systems.
Sustainability Outcomes
Geotextiles are a versatile solution that plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance and promoting biodiversity. These materials serve as an effective means of stabilizing slopes and retaining walls, minimizing soil displacement, and reducing the amount of pollutants that find their way into nearby water bodies. In addition, when combined with vegetation, geotextiles offer a natural barrier against soil erosion, further enhancing the ecological health of the surrounding environment. Geotextiles are also an excellent tool for restoring natural habitats. They provide a stable foundation that supports the growth of vegetation, which is vital for promoting biodiversity. By preventing soil compaction and erosion, geotextiles create a stable base that makes it easier to build new structures or infrastructure on the land without disturbing the surrounding ecological balance. These materials can be made of synthetic or natural components, specially designed to withstand even the harshest environmental conditions, ensuring their long-term effectiveness. Geotextiles are an invaluable tool for environmentally-conscious developers and conservationists who seek to balance the needs of development with the preservation of natural habitats.
Applicable Credits
| IS v1.2 | Dis-1 , Inn-1 |
| IS v2.1 | Eco-1 , Env-1 , Inn-1 |
| Env-1 (ISv2.1) | Receiving Water Quality | Geotextiles from Global Synthetics help maintain or improve the environmental quality of local streams, rivers, and water bodies by preventing soil erosion and sedimentation. This is achieved through stabilizing slopes, embankments, and channels, which reduces the risk of erosion and sedimentation. As a result, water quality is preserved, and local ecosystems are protected. Geotextiles support the enhancement of local water quality and ecological health. |
| Dis-1 (ISv1.2) | Receiving water quality | Geotextiles from Global Synthetics can reward the management of impacts on local receiving water quality by preventing soil erosion and sedimentation. By stabilizing slopes, embankments, and channels, geotextiles reduce the risk of erosion and sedimentation, preventing the introduction of sediment, nutrients, and other pollutants into local streams, rivers, and water bodies. This helps to maintain water quality, which is essential for supporting the ecological health of local ecosystems. By using geotextiles in erosion control applications, designers and practitioners can demonstrate their commitment to protecting local receiving water quality and responsible environmental stewardship. Overall, geotextiles from Global Synthetics can support the management of impacts on local receiving water quality, helping to preserve the natural environment for future generations. |
| Eco-1 (ISv1.2) | Ecological value | Geotextiles from Global Synthetics can help maintain or enhance ecological value by stabilizing slopes, embankments, and channels, preventing soil erosion and sedimentation. This preserves the natural habitat of local ecosystems, supporting biodiversity and ecological balance. By using geotextiles in applications such as wetland restoration and shoreline protection, designers and practitioners can demonstrate their commitment to responsible environmental stewardship. Geotextiles support the long-term sustainability and health of local ecosystems. |
| Inn-1 (ISv1.2) | Innovation | Geotextiles contributes to Innovation Challenge 8: Sustainable Suppliers and ISupply |
| Eco-1 (ISv2.1) | Ecological Protection and Enhancement | Geotextiles from Global Synthetics can help maintain or enhance ecological value by stabilizing slopes, embankments, and channels, preventing soil erosion and sedimentation. This preserves the natural habitat of local ecosystems, supporting biodiversity and ecological balance. By using geotextiles in applications such as wetland restoration and shoreline protection, designers and practitioners can demonstrate their commitment to responsible environmental stewardship. Geotextiles support the long-term sustainability and health of local ecosystems. |
| Inn-1 (ISv2.1) | Innovation | Geotextiles contributes to Innovation Challenge 4: Sustainable Suppliers and ISupply |
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