Why do driveways need reinforcement?

After a benefit analysis, it is worthwhile to choose a Geocell For Driveway. Let's analyze the following reasons.

Geocell For Driveway

Why do driveways need reinforcement?

Before we can understand what a geocell is, we first need to understand why a driveway needs to be reinforced.

A common misconception is that because driveways are one strong material over the next, they are strong enough to serve their purpose. This may seem logical, but it is not.

First, driveway materials are not actually strong. Because the driveway is built from several layers of aggregate stone and compacted sand, there are actually tiny air pockets throughout the base of the driveway. This is necessary because without these voids, there would be no way for water to drain back into the soil.

When these voids are closed with time and wear, we get what is called a "compacted" layer. This reduces the number of gaps in the substrate, making it more difficult for water to drain out in heavy rain. If the drainage is too poor, water can start to pool on (or under) the driveway, causing a host of problems, from eroding materials to sinking foundations.

This is where geocells can help.

Geocell For Driveway

What is a geocell?

Geocells are cellular closure systems that are used as a simple yet durable material for stabilization and protection. Honeycomb closure systems effectively maintain soil compaction and, by doing so, create a stronger structure for the fill and pavement.

The three-dimensional, honeycomb design of the cells ensures that Geocell is strong and durable. This form creates a structure that improves load distribution. The cell is made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and is used to stabilize weak or unstable soils. This ability is due to its ability to reduce the lateral movement of soil particles while vertically loading the contained fill.

In addition to stability, geocells provide a mattress effect and improve the elasticity of the material. The cells have high elastic stiffness and high tensile strength, and because of this they improve the load distribution of the product.

Due to the weight distribution produced by the cells, less rutting occurs in the surface material above. This also reduces the amount of particle filler required. The design of the cells allows the fill to be imported from local sources, which also allows the use of fill from marginal soils.

Finally, the geocells improve the asphalt layer of the product, which leads to a number of benefits. The first is the ability to use less asphalt, due to the longer life of the cells than regular asphalt. Secondly, Geocells improve the module of adjacent layers as vertical forces are transferred to the geogrid through passive resistance. The ability to use Geocells greatly contributes to savings in subgrade and subgrade, directly impacting user maintenance and costs.

Summing up

More often than not, the initial cost of adding a Geocell Driveway is worth it in the long run. Geocells offer unparalleled strength and longevity in climates where severe weather is a frequent or seasonal occurrence.