I think I posted in the wrong section previously. Reposting in this section.
Anyone use the AnchorMat system consisting of Platipus anchors and Pyramat matting? I am considering on a project to provide surface stabilization of a slope with gradients ranging from 1.5H:1V to near vertical...
Anyone use the AnchorMat system consisting of Platipus anchors and Pyramat matting? I am considering on a project to provide surface stabilization of a slope with gradients ranging from 1.5H:1V to near vertical. Slope is composed of medium stiff to stiff clayey silt (n-values ranging from 12...
I agree with PEinc and emmgjld. I would definitely go with the drainage geocomposites over the wick drains. It would be difficult for me to stray from the industry standard for drainage in soil nail construction especially since its been used successfully for a number of years. Also, since...
I have used secant pile systems in the past on projects where neat face instability was anticipated. However, as DRC1 indicated, it is a much more expensive system than conventional soldier pile and lagging and, since excavation generally can not commence until all piles are constructed, its...
Here in Hawaii, the standard of practice is to overexcavate the clays in the upper 1 to 3 feet and replace it with compacted granular structural fill. The intent is to place a relatively rigid section below the slab that will add some overburden pressure to resist the swelling soils, and reduce...
We have used recycled pavement as structural fill successfully on a number of projects. However, environmental engineers on our projects are always hesitant to allow recycled AC under buildings. So, we try to use up as much of the recycled material as possible in pavement areas, etc.
