Use of Geosynthetics in Railways
Being
environment-conscious
geosynthetic
specialists,
Ocean Global has a wide range of products and solutions catering to the railway sector. The increasing speed and weight of trains demand robust track constructions.
In compliance with modern design requirements, Ocean Global’s premium-quality products work well not just for new
track
existing
constructions
railway
tracks,
but all
at
also
for
maintenance
cost-efficient
improving the longevity of structures.
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rates
of
and
Benefits of Geosynthetics in Railways: Erosion Subgrade erosion leads to loss of line and level, and the mud pumping results in mud holes and extensive track
deterioration,
requiring
Geocomposites
are
mud
phenomenon,
pumping
penetration controlled
to
the
upward
a
extensive
long-term
underlying movement
maintenance.
solution
to
preventing deposits, of
prevent
rainwater allowing
water.
It
a
reduces
maintenance costs and offers ease of installation.
Track Ballast Stabilization Use of robust geogrids and geocomposites under the ballast reduces
increases
the
excessive
significantly
lifespan
of
degradation
increasing
the and
sustainability
ballast
and
deformation, and
reducing
maintenance/renewal costs.
Capping Layer Stabilization Nonwoven capping capping
Geotextiles
layers
and
interface.
separate
also It
find
use
provides
the at
ballast the
and
subgrade
separation
and
filtration, enhances adequate drainage, and stabilizes the capping layer.
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Geogrids in the track substructure provide mechanical stabilization of the capping layer, especially in coastal areas
with
soft
subgrade
soil
having
a
low
bearing
capacity.
Drainage Good drainage is critical to avoid track deterioration. Drainage geocomposites at relevant points provide the much
required
installation
of
cross-track
prefabricated
drainage. vertical
Also,
drains
the
increases
leads to improved stabilization of soft subgrade soil.
In
the
realm
of
railways,
Ocean
Global
has
geosynthetics solutions for -
Track-bed
construction
(geogrids,
geocomposites,
geocells). Separation to maintain the integrity of adjacent soil types (geotextiles) Filtration to prevent leaching of soil and ingress of fines (geotextiles) Structural and tunnel drainage (geopipes, drainage cells, geocomposites)
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Embankment stabilization (geogrid and geotextiles) Slope erosion control (erosion control mats) Access road reinforcement functions.
We believe in providing smart infrastructure and smart solutions at affordable rates, lowered construction time, yet with a better lifespan.
Ocean Non Wovens Pvt. Ltd.RR-24, Rohtak road,
Near Peeragarhi
Metro Station, New Delhi-110087, India
CONTACT US sales@oceanglobal.co 011-45120291
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