Erosion Control and Geosynthetic Products
Geotextiles (one of many types of geosynthetic products) – Including woven and nonwoven geotextile fabric, for both private and state DOT / NTPEP projects.
Geogrids – Including biaxial geogrid types 1 & 2, as well as uniaxial and SRW (segmental retaining wall) geogrid.
Geomembranes – Including LLDPE, PVC, and HDPE for use as pond liners, landfills, reservoirs, and more.
Construction Film, also called Plastic Sheeting or Poly Sheeting, has a wide variety of uses in the construction industry.
Stormwater Products and BMPs – Including dewatering bags, silt fence, wattles, and also stormwater inlet filters.
Geocells – Cellular confinement systems used for erosion protection & stabilization in steep slope surfaces. Also used for ground stabilization on weak subgrade soils.
Erosion Control Blankets (ECBs) – Including double & single sided, and also short or long-term erosion solutions. Biodegradable options are also available.
Turf Reinforcement Mats (TRMs) – Permanent erosion control solutions for steep slopes, embankments, banks and also shorelines with heavy runoff.
Armormax System – Provides long-term erosion control and slope stabilization for up to 75 years. This product is also lightweight and easily transported to challenging job site locations.
Landscape & Ground Cover Geotextile Fabrics – Provide drainage to aid in plant growth while preventing weed growth. These products also reduce erosion on embankments.
Geosynthetic Custom Fabrication – In-house factory seaming of geotextiles. This allows us to meet specified wide width seam strengths. We also offer off-line slitting and rerolling available.
Construction Job Site Accessories – Along with other products, we also offer t-posts, safety fence, Chain link, steel posts, sod staples, and much more.
Drainage Composites – A combination of geotextiles and polymeric drainage cores. These products serve as a solution by redirecting water away from a structure.
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What are Geosynthetics?
Geosynthetics are synthetic products used to stabilize terrain, contain liquids, drain liquids, and filter particles. – Wikipedia
Geosynthetic Products – The History
In 1958, Carthage Mills embarked on a groundbreaking journey to develop, manufacture, and introduce an innovative woven synthetic filter cloth. This revolutionary product was the first practical alternative to expensive and often ineffective graded granular filters used beneath riprap for shoreline protection. Over time, these early plastic filter cloths became known as Geotextiles, paving the way for what is now recognized as the Geosynthetics Industry. Learn more about the history of Geosynthetics and Carthage Mills Here.
Thanks to its pioneering efforts, Carthage Mills proudly holds the title of America’s First Geosynthetics Company, shaping an entire industry and setting the standard for innovation and quality.
— Learn more about Carthage Mills’ legacy in this Geosynthetica feature article on geosynthetica.com —
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between geotextiles and geogrids?
Geotextiles include woven and nonwoven fabric used in construction projects, for both private and state DOT / NTPEP projects, to stabilize the subgrade and provide drainage. Geogrids are a grid like construction materials that provide reinforcement for subgrades under parking lots and roadways.
Are there biodegradable erosion control solutions?
Yes, Carthage Mills offers Erosion Control Blankets (ECBs) – Including double & single sided, and also short or long-term erosion solutions. Biodegradable options are also available from Carthage Mills.
What provides long-term erosion control for up to 75 year?
Armormax System from Carthage Mills – Provides long-term erosion control and slope stabilization for up to 75 years. This product is also lightweight and easily transported to challenging job site locations.
What are Geocells?
Geocells – Cellular confinement systems used for erosion protection & stabilization in steep slope surfaces. Also used for ground stabilization on weak subgrade soils.
What’s the best solution for preventing soil erosion?
The most effective “one thing” is continuous vegetative cover, paired with smart water management using geotextiles for filtration. If you do nothing else, keep soil covered year‑round, spread/slow runoff with vegetation and small structures, and reinforce steep or high‑energy areas with geogrid, geocell or turf reinforcement mats.
What is a reliable fabric for road construction?
Use a geotextile, and pick the type by what the layer needs to do (separate, filter/drain, and/or reinforce). Here’s a reliable, field‑proven setup for most road work in the U.S.
What are geosynthetics?
Geosynthetics are synthetic products used to stabilize terrain, contain liquids, drain liquids, and filter particles.
What are the main types of geosynthetics?
Geosynthetics is an umbrella term that includes geotextiles, geogrids, geomembranes, geocell, and more.
Geotextiles vs geomembranes: which is better for landfill lining?
Geomembranes are best for landfill lining.
What type of geogrid do I need for my project?
It depends on what you’re building and how weak the ground is. I’ll assume a small-to-medium project in the U.S. (driveway/patio, retaining wall, or landscape slope) and give you a variety of geogrid options to consider for your project.