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 new Geocell system represents the evolution of traditional 3D geocells. Made from continuous polyethylene sheets with no welding, our system 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, We offer:
- 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
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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