Groynes and Breakwaters
Sustainable Coastal and Bank Protection
Conventional stone fill structures generally comprise a core, several filter layers and a top layer. Industrially manufactured geosynthetics and tailored system solutions incorporating custom-fabricated units allow the optimization of structural geometries and cross-sections. Furthermore, the use of locally sourced materials such as sand vastly reduces the need for cost-intensive material shipments, e.g. of armour stone. The straightforward installation process and the use of geosynthetics of certified quality help to minimise risks and avoid the irregularities typical of mineral filter layers. Moreover, filter-stable installation of the core containment system prevents any erosion of the core material.
Scopes and Benefits of our geosynthetic building materials
Reinforcement/filter layer at base
Straightforward underwater installation compared to standard solutions
Evening out of settlement
Simultaneous filtration and separation function
Products: Stabilenka, Fortrac, Stabilenka Xtreme, HaTe Nonwovens, Sinking Mattresses, Tektoseal Sand
Use of geotextile containment systems
Rapid installation of barrier, even under water
Economical use of locally sourced materials (e.g. sand)
Products: SoilTain Coastal Protection Tubes, SoilTain Sandbags, SoilTain Dewatering Tubes
Constant filter layer thickness
High robustness
Reduced revetment construction thickness
Products: HaTe Nonwovens, Tektoseal Sand, Basetrac Woven
Permeable or impermeable geotextile concrete mattress layer
Filter-stable construction with smaller thickness
Rapid installation, even under water
Retrofitting feasible without any significant intervention in existing structure
Products: Incomat, SoilTain Sandbags, HaTe Nonwovens
As Hydraulic Product Manager for HUESKER North America, Jack Christmas leads in the execution of design, product development, and sales strategies throughout various waterborne applications. He has extensive experience in designing solutions utilizing geosynthetics for Berth & Scour, Sludge Dewatering, Coastal Protection, and Buoyancy and Uplift Protection in Pipelines. Jack received a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Louisiana State University and currently has extensive experience providing product recommendations throughout North America.
