Geocells
Efficient Erosion Control with Honeycomb-Structured Geocells
Maccaferri Geocells are engineered systems made from strips of high-density polymer materials, smooth or textured, perforated or solid, joined together to form a three-dimensional honeycomb structure. When filled with soil or aggregates, these cells confine the material, protecting and reducing erosion on slopes, channels, and embankments. Geocells are especially effective in dry, non-vegetated soils with shallow and standard inclinations; in more challenging conditions can be effectively combined with geogrids to grant stability for better short and long-term performance.
Introducing a new Generation of Geocell Technology
Our GEOstep system represents the evolution of traditional 3D geocells. Made from continuous polyethylene sheets with no welding, GEOstep expands into a large-scale honeycomb when stretched on-site. Its vertically oriented cell shape ensures aggregates remain in place, even under heavy rainfall, drastically reducing maintenance. Compared to standard geocells, GEOstep® offers:
- up to 5x larger coverage per roll,
- 35% more product per truck load,
- and lower installation and lifecycle costs.
This system is highly resistant to UV exposure, frost, and aggressive environments, with a certified service life of up to 100 years.
Proven Slope Protection for Infrastructure and Environmental Projects
GEOstep® applications are available in any latitude used in the road, rail, agriculture, and mining sectors. Whether applied to highway embankments, railway cuttings, or industrial slopes, it ensures long-term soil stability, effective confinement, and minimized erosion under varying load and environmental conditions. Its eco-friendly profile, lower material waste, and minimal installation effort make it an optimal choice for large-scale slope protection. From Romania to Spain, real-world projects have confirmed cost savings of up to 30% and reduced material use of over 35%, compared to standard systems.
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