Geo textile fabric

Geotextile fabric is a synthetic permeable textile material commonly used in civil engineering, construction, and landscaping applications to improve soil stability, provide erosion control, and aid in drainage.

Key Characteristics:

• Material: Made from synthetic fibers like polypropylene or polyester.

• Permeability: Allows water to pass through while blocking soil and other particles.

• Durability: Resistant to biological and chemical degradation, UV exposure, and mechanical wear.

Types of Geotextiles:

1. Woven Geotextiles

   • Made by weaving synthetic threads together.

   • High tensile strength.

   • Ideal for load-bearing applications like road construction and reinforcement.

2. Non-Woven Geotextiles

   • Manufactured by bonding fibers together through heat, needle punching, or chemical processes.

   • Excellent for filtration, drainage, and separation.

   • Commonly used in landscaping, erosion control, and French drains.

3. Knitted Geotextiles

   • Produced by interlocking loops of yarn.

   • Less common and used for specialized applications requiring flexibility.

Common Applications:

• Road and railway construction (separation and stabilization)

• Retaining walls (reinforcement)

• Drainage systems (filtration)

• Erosion control on slopes and riverbanks

• Landfill liners and caps

Benefits:

• Prevents soil erosion

• Improves load distribution

• Reduces maintenance costs

• Enhances drainage performance