Geosynthetics Used in Roadways with Poor Subgrade
Roadway Problems Permanent roads carry larger traffic volumes and typically have asphalt or cement concrete surfacing over a base layer of aggregate. The combined surface and base layers act together
Month: August 2024
Why Construction Material Distributors Should Carry Geosynthetics
Carthage Mills is known as the industry leader in the geosynthetics industry, offering a wide variety of geotextiles, geogrids, erosion control products, geomembranes, and more.
Geotextile AOS Property – We know it’s confusing, but it doesn’t have to be!
When the test results are reported in English US Sieve units, the result is a MAXIMUM, meaning that the result needs to be equal to or lower than what is
Sell Construction Material? Make Your Job Easier {5 Ways}
As a construction material distributor, it can be difficult to be extremely knowledgeable about every single item you carry (likely thousands!). Not to mention that you’re also faced with the task of
Geotextiles for the Construction of Haul Roads
Today we are going to discuss geotextiles for haul roads. Haul roads are commonly used in applications such as site access roads, mine haul roads, and logging access roads. They are most
{2 Main Types} of Geotextiles
Nonwoven Geotextiles are often referred to as ‘multipurpose’, and to a great degree deliver on that promise. Contributing to their popularity is their cost-of-manufacture to weight ratio is less than their
Innovating Agriculture: Harnessing Geosynthetics for Sustainable Farming
In this blog post, we’ll explore the various applications of geosynthetics in agriculture and their contributions to sustainable farming practices across the nation.
4 Ways Geosynthetics Have Revolutionized Engineering and The Environment
Geosynthetics, a class of synthetic materials designed for use in geotechnical and environmental applications, have emerged as a game-changer in the field.
Construction Site Dewatering Bags
Carthage Mills’ FBX™ Filter Bags are designed to trap silt, sand and other sediment fines from construction sites before they can do damage to the environment. They also assist the contractor with
Geosynthetic Installation VIDEOS: Parts 1-3
The installation of any geotextile requires 3 basic steps including; preparing the surface for geotextile installation, Installation of the product, placement of aggregate over the geotextile, watch these steps in