Tough Cell Vs. Others

Various chemical stabilizers such as cement, lime, calcium chloride, epoxy resin, among others, are used to stabilize soil and prepare it to withstand environmental changes and load challenges, providing a reinforced base for road and pavement construction. The challenge begins when there is a need for a long term solution that will not require large initial capital or frequent maintenance.

Chlorides are most common in soil stabilization, but have compelling downsides; while applying the material, a diluted result or one that is too concentrated will make this solution completely ineffective. Moreover, the corrosive damage to equipment along with a highly toxic damage to the environment make it a costly and rather unsafe solution. Further, the use of chemical stabilizers has a devastating impact on the environment.

Tough Cell ensures a low impact environmental footprint and high structural efficiency. Both are expressed in Tough Cell’s cost-effective proven solution with - unmatchable life span guarantee.

Geotextiles are used across the spectrum in geotechnical engineering applications. In the past, they were mostly common for drainage applications, which subsequently led to the concept of utilizing them in soil separation and for partial reinforcement as well. Geotextiles allow water passage, all while keeping soil particles steady. This function assists in the life extension of pavement surfaces and roads.

Geotextiles 2D structure only provides limited vertical confinement translated to 1-2 times of the infill material average granular size. Tough Cell provides multi-directional confinement, which enlarges the influence zone to 50-200mm, above and below cell height. The differences in bearing capacities make it clear that Geotextiles may be utilized where advantages such as water and drainage capabilities are valued, but load support reinforcement is not an issue. Tough Cell covers it all.

Gabions are a relatively good solution for different earth stabilization applications. The main issue when utilizing Gabions involves the construction complexity, visual footprint and detailed, time consuming logistics. The construction equipment needed for implementation includes heavy machinery, and the required rock material needs be a specific size and in relatively large quantities.

Although Tough Cell has similar earth stabilization characteristics for erosion control and slope protection, it is a more environmentally friendly solution as it supports a natural vegetation growth environment. It also has more layout options for better visual aesthetics and its installation is significantly simpler, saving time and overall capital.

Access mats are adequate for smaller areas or used as a short term solution in a variety of industries. They require specific material, have complex logistics and installationand are usually cost-effective for short term only. With this in mind, the Tough Cell Neoloy Geocells are far more suitable for stabilization, especially for access roads constructed on top of soft subgrades. Tough Cells have better bearing capacity and can support heavier loads. This make it the clear choice for heavy haul road construction.

By making use of local soils, the installation process becomes easier, transportation issues to far away sites are solved and less costly. Moreover, the life span of Tough Cell reinforced roads is significantly longer. For example, the amount of folded Neoloy Geocells in a 40' container, is enough to construct a 3.75km x 4m road.