Earth construction fabric (also known as geotextile and filter fabric) helps to make structures longer-lasting and more durable. A properly selected earth construction fabric strengthens the structure by preventing finer material from entering the load-bearing crushed stone layer. The earth construction fabric allows water to pass through very well, so water pockets do not form on the fabric and the structure remains dry.
Earth construction fabrics imported by Lektar can withstand heavy mechanical stress and point loads. Earth construction fabrics are made of polypropylene or polyester fibers using the needling method. The method produces a uniform thickness, three-dimensional and rough-surfaced fabric, whose physical properties are just optimal for the needs of earthworks.
Applications include: road construction, railways, landfills, beach areas, hydraulic engineering, industrial and housing construction, landscape design and sports areas.
Earth construction fabric separates, filters and dries soil layers and protects, balances and strengthens structures. Lektar's earth construction fabrics comply with the Sintef NorGeospec classification.
