Cellular System - Three Dimensional Ground Reinforcement Cells
Cellular System
The Cellular System is a ground reinforcement product consisting of three dimensional cells with a honeycomb appearance. It is expanded on site, laid over the surface, and used by filling the cells with infill material.
The working principle of the system is based on preventing lateral movement. Instead of spreading sideways under load, the infill material placed inside the cells is confined and held in place by the cell walls. This confinement effect significantly increases the bearing capacity of the infill, so that the same performance is achieved with a thinner fill section. On slope surfaces, the cells prevent the infill from sliding downwards and create a stable surface even on steep gradients.
Cellular System Functions
With its three dimensional cell structure holding the infill material in place, the Cellular System is used in ground reinforcement, erosion protection, slope stability and retaining structure applications. Despite being lightweight, it has high tensile strength, which makes transport and installation easier while maintaining structural integrity under load. As it can be produced in different strength, cell size and height options, it can be adapted to project conditions.
Drainage
The perforations in the cell walls allow water to move horizontally between the cells. Water accumulating within the infill is discharged in a controlled manner, preventing a rise in pore water pressure and the resulting loss of stability.
Erosion Control
The cells confine the infill material at the surface, preventing it from being carried away by rainfall and surface runoff. On slope surfaces, they reduce the velocity of water flow and prevent scouring and channel formation, while holding topsoil in place in vegetated applications.
Ground Reinforcement
It prevents the infill material inside the cells from spreading sideways under load. This confinement effect increases the bearing capacity of the fill, allowing the same performance to be achieved with a thinner fill section over weak subgrades.
Slope Stability
It keeps the surface stable on steep gradients by preventing the infill material from sliding downwards. The continuous structure formed by interconnecting the cells distributes load across the surface and reduces the risk of local sliding.
Local Infill Use Through the Honeycomb Structure
By confining the infill material within three dimensional cells, the Cellular System makes bearing capacity independent of the quality of the material itself. Conventional methods require selected fill material that complies with specifications and is often hauled from distant sources in order to reach a given level of performance. In Cellular System applications, locally available material on site can be used instead, because the required strength is generated by the lateral confinement effect provided by the cell structure. This significantly reduces both haulage costs and material procurement times.
Cellular System Features
- The three dimensional cell structure prevents the infill material from spreading sideways under load and increases bearing capacity
- No additional materials such as wrapping are required for ground reinforcement
- Depending on the application, locally available infill material can be used, eliminating the requirement for selected fill
- The same performance is achieved with a thinner fill section, saving on excavation and material quantities
- Perforations in the cell walls allow horizontal water movement and prevent a rise in pore water pressure
- Keeps the surface stable on steep slopes by preventing the infill from sliding downwards
- Its lightweight structure makes transport and on site handling easier
- Shipped in folded form and expanded on site for fast installation
- Can be produced in different strength, cell size and height options to suit project conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What Is the Cellular System?
The Cellular System is a ground reinforcement product consisting of three dimensional cells with a honeycomb appearance. It is expanded on site, laid over the surface, and used by filling the cells with infill material.
2. How Does the Cellular System Work?
Its working principle is based on preventing lateral movement. Instead of spreading sideways under load, the infill material inside the cells is confined and held in place by the cell walls, and this confinement effect significantly increases the bearing capacity of the fill.
3. Which Infill Material Is Used With the Cellular System?
Because the required strength is generated by the confinement effect of the cell structure, locally available material on site can be used depending on the application. This removes the need to source selected fill, reducing both haulage costs and material procurement times.
4. Where Is the Cellular System Used?
It is used for road and platform subgrade reinforcement over weak soils, slope surface stabilisation, erosion protection, retaining structures and landscaping applications. It is also preferred on load bearing surfaces such as car parks, service roads and storage areas.
5. How Is the Cellular System Installed?
Delivered to site in folded form, the system is laid over the surface, expanded and secured with anchoring elements. The cells are then filled with infill material and compacted; as no heavy formwork or binding material is needed, installation is completed quickly.
6. Does the Cellular System Allow Water to Pass Through?
The perforations in the cell walls allow water to move horizontally between the cells. Water accumulating within the infill is discharged in a controlled manner, preventing a rise in pore water pressure and the resulting loss of stability.
