Flood protection for Reinland Drain in Manitoba
PROPEX® Armormax® stabilized the eroded Reinland Drain, reducing costs and emissions while ensuring long-term flood protection with reinforced vegetation growth.
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A homeowner used PROPEX Armormax to protect a bluff damaged by the Pacific Palisades fire to reduce erosion risk, support revegetation and mitigate future wildfires.

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Flood protection for Reinland Drain in Manitoba
PROPEX® Armormax® stabilized the eroded Reinland Drain, reducing costs and emissions while ensuring long-term flood protection with reinforced vegetation growth.
Runway overrun area, La Guardia International Airport, New York, USA
La Guardia Airport built a 150 m by 230 m runway overrun area on soft inter-tidal clay using staged construction, high-strength geotextile reinforcement, hydraulic sand fill, and PVDs to prevent mud waves and accelerate consolidation.
Comprehensive containment and capping at Thailand’s ESBEC landfill
Solmax supplied GSE® HD liners and BENTOLINER® GCLs to line and cap Thailand’s ESBEC landfill, ensuring full containment, leachate and gas control, and compliance with national and international waste standards.
Providing a stabilized platform for site development in soft soil and flood-prone areas: an alternative to traditional stabilization methods
MIRAFI® RS580i stabilized parking areas at Knapheide’s Moncks Corner facility over soft, floodplain-adjacent soils, enabling rapid construction, eliminating chemical treatment, reducing material haulage, and delivering durable performance under heavy vehicle loading.
Wildwood channel restoration achieved with GEOTUBE dewatering containers
NJDOT restored Wildwood’s waterways using GEOTUBE® GT500 units to dewater more than 110,000 yd³ of dredged sediment, meeting strict discharge standards and optimizing tight urban laydown space.
Road stabilization in Converse County with MIRAFI
Converse County, WY stabilized Mormon Canyon Road using 30,000 yd² of MIRAFI® RS380i. The geosynthetic reinforced soft clay soils, resisted wind uplift, improved roadway life, and reduced future maintenance.
Slope stabilization behind Metal Art Museum with PROPEX
Soil nails and PROPEX® Armormax® stabilized the failing slope behind the Metal Art Museum, ensuring long-term erosion control with reinforced vegetation growth.
Sacramento Area Sanitary District uses PROPEX erosion-control systems protect exposed infrastructure across 12 creek sites
Sacramento Area Sanitary District partnered with Solmax to stabilize 12 Sacramento creeks impacted by flooding. Innovative solutions were tailored for each site, enhancing resilience and natural aesthetics. Five more sites will begin construction in 2025 to expand the project’s impact.
Northwest Arterial reconstruction Dubuque with MIRAFI
Dubuque stabilized the Northwest Arterial with MIRAFI RS580i, completing a three-mile roadway in 2023 on time and budget, earning three state paving awards.
Managing taxiway deformation on high-plasticity clay subgrades with MIRAFI
MIRAFI® RS580i stabilized an active taxiway at La Aurora International Airport over high-plasticity clay, improving load distribution, limiting deformation, and extending pavement service life under continuous aircraft traffic.
Embankment over old sludge lagoon, Interstate 670 using MIRAFI
A geosynthetic-reinforced embankment enabled the extension of I-670 across deep, highly compressible water-treatment sludge. Instrumented test fills, vertical drains, and staged construction allowed stable embankment performance despite large settlements.
Contaminated soil management and geosynthetic containment for the Cell A1 Expansion Project
Solmax supplied geomembrane, geotextile, drainage, and GCL systems for the Cell A1 expansion in Mascouche, supporting long-term contaminated soil containment and sustainable site management.
Hazardous waste storage – custom fabrication of pond penetration boxes
Custom HDPE liner penetration boxes were fabricated and installed at a hazardous waste pond to prevent environmental contamination. Solmax met complex specs and tight timelines.
Restoring stability and access along Southmoor Drive with PROPEX Armormax and MIRAGRID
PROPEX® Armormax® and MIRAGRID® XT stabilized an eroded slope along Southmoor Drive, restoring access while reducing transport costs and emissions.
Geomembrane barrier protects farmland from landfill contamination in Jiangyou
GSE® geomembranes contained leachates at Jiangyou landfill, halting cadmium pollution of farmland and groundwater while enabling soil remediation and protecting agricultural sustainability in Sichuan Province.
Solar farm access roads stabilized with MIRAFI RS380i
A renewable-energy developer in Texas used MIRAFI RS380i to stabilize access roads over expansive soils, reducing aggregate demand and accelerating construction.
Ensuring long-term integrity at the Koochiching County landfill remediation
Solmax high-flow triaxial geocomposite was used in the Koochiching County Landfill cap system to drain surface water, stabilize the soil cover, and ensure long-term integrity of the geomembrane and vegetative layer.
Decarbonizing district heating with pit thermal energy storage in Meldorf
Germany’s first large commercial pit thermal storage in Meldorf shows how district heating can be decarbonized. GSE® HDH, GSE HD liners and FABRINET® protection layers enable safe high-temperature storage, reducing CO₂ emissions by 90 percent and store 1,500 MWh annually.
Seasonal pit thermal energy storage drives fossil-free heating in Bracht
In Bracht, Germany, a pit thermal storage system integrated with solar collectors (71 percent from sun), heat pumps (6 percent green electricity), and biomass (23 percent) supplies a renewable heat solution according to the simulation of the University Kassel. Solmax geomembranes ensure long-term containment, enabling near-zero emissions and stable heating for 180 households.
Seasonal solar storage brings fossil-free heating to Tibet
On the Tibetan Plateau at 4,600 m ASL, Solmax geosynthetics enabled Tibet’s first large solar thermal district heating system. A 15,000 m³ pit thermal energy storage stores 700 MWh of heat, meeting 90 percent of Langkazi’s demand.
Ocala highway stabilization with MIRAFI RSi
Ocala built a four-lane highway over deep fill in an active mine using a multi-layer MIRAFI RSi geosynthetic system to stabilize weak, saturated soils.
Building resilience under extreme wheel loads at ThermoBond’s South Dakota facility
ThermoBond’s Brandon facility uses MIRAFI RS580i to support 46,000 lb wheel loads, reducing aggregate by 35% and delivering durable, cost-efficient performance.
Innovative levee armoring balances flood control and conservation
Florida’s Indian Trail Improvement District levee was reinforced with 66,000 yd² of PROPEX Armormax and custom burrito-wrap structures, delivering long-term flood protection while supporting endangered species habitats.
Integrating geotextile reinforcement and erosion control at Claxton Field
Claxton Field in Needham, MA, was renovated using MIRAFI® RS380i for subgrade stabilization and PROPEX® Armormax for slope protection, ensuring long-term performance and environmental compliance.
Providing long term slope stabilization for sandy soils
In 2008, TC Energy installed a gas pipeline under the St. Maurice River. Erosion and instability on steep slopes led to the installation of PROPEX® Armormax®, which continues to provide long-term stabilization with a natural, vegetated solution.
Enhancing pavement stability and improving moisture management with MIRAFI H2Ri
MIRAFI H2Ri reinforced the pavement on State Highway 105 at FM1774 in Plantersville, Texas, eliminating the need for cement stabilization and managing the moisture-sensitive subgrade conditions.
Ground stabilization with MIRAFI RSi at Puerto Peñasco solar farm
MIRAFI® RS580i geotextile was used with sand and gravel to stabilize sandy soil at a solar farm in Mexico, enabling heavy truck access and reducing environmental and construction costs.
Environmentally responsible stormwater pond with geosynthetics in Comox
A Comox developer stabilized steep sandy slopes with PROPEX® Pyramattress®, PROPEX Pyramat 25, BENTOLINER® GCL, and MIRAFI® 160N, building a stormwater pond that blends into the landscape and reduces environmental impact.
Coastal protection project for Communauté du Golfe de Saint-Tropez
GEOTUBE Marine tubes were installed by the Communauté du Golfe de Saint – Tropez to protect 103 km of coastline and the only road to Saint-Tropez. The project reduced wave impact, prevented erosion, and avoided rock transport.
Subgrade stabilization in Santa Ana parking lot with MIRAFI RSi
MIRAFI® RS380i was used in a Santa Ana College parking lot expansion to reduce pavement thickness, avoid utility conflicts, accelerate construction, and improve long-term pavement durability.
Utilizing MIRAFI HP570 and MIRAGRID 7XT for efficient development
Rock County, Minnesota, replaced a closed timber bridge using the GRS-IBS system with MIRAFI® 7XT and MIRAFI HP570. These provided reinforcement, enabling rapid, cost-effective construction without deep foundations.
Geomembranes aid responsible farming in Sistema.bio’s modular biodigestors
Solmax supplies GSE LL geomembranes for Sistema.bio’s modular biodigesters and other farming equipment such as water and biofertilizer containers, enabling clean energy, waste reuse, and improved soil health for smallholder farmers.
Flat Creek Drive road rehab with MIRAFI H2Ri
MIRAFI® H2Ri was installed on Flat Creek Drive in Jackson, Wyoming, to stabilize the subgrade and manage moisture from snowmelt, preventing pavement damage and extending roadway life.
Geosynthetic reinforcement enables fast-tracked yard expansion
A geosynthetic reinforcement solution using MIRAFI RSi enabled the expansion of a 140-acre laydown yard in Pueblo, Colorado, reducing aggregate needs and meeting a fast-tracked construction schedule despite poor soil and remote material sources.
Subgrade stabilization for fuel containment at Naval Base Point Loma
At the Point Loma naval base, Solmax stabilized soft subgrade for fuel tank containment dyke walls using MIRAFI RS580i, crushed stone, and geogrid reinforcement.
Rooftop athletic field built at WPI with MIRAFI
WPI built Massachusetts’ first rooftop athletic field over a 534-space garage using geosynthetics for drainage, waterproofing, and weight reduction.
Reinforced soil foundation stabilizes diesel tank on weak clay
A reinforced soil foundation using MIRAFI® RS580i geotextile was installed to support a 17,000 m³ diesel tank in Sherwood Park, Alberta, reducing costs and ensuring settlement performance within allowable limits.
Winter construction and high-tenacity basal reinforcement embankment over soft ground
Highway 7 in Vanscoy, Saskatchewan, was upgraded using MIRAFI HP and winter construction methods to overcome embankment challenges in a slough area.
Geogrid-reinforced embankment for GO Transit rail service expansion
GO Transit expanded rail service between Hamilton and Toronto, requiring a third track on a historic embankment near Sunfish Pond. A geogrid-reinforced slope with a steel sheet pile wall was implemented to meet structural and environmental requirements.
MIRAFI geotextiles prevent subgrade failure and reduce track downtime
Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) identified track settlement issues and partnered with Solmax and Clifton Associates to implement a geosynthetic solution, reducing ballast use by 43% and completing repairs on a 72 ft section in under seven hours.
MSE walls with MIRAGRID XT for rail expansion
GO Transit used hybrid MSE walls with MIRAGRID XT geogrids to stabilize embankments on Lakeshore West Line, ensuring stability under space and load constraints.
MIRAFI geotextiles optimize stability and reduce costs at Cargill’s Regina facility
Cargill's Regina facility used MIRAFI H2Ri to stabilize expansive, frost-susceptible soils, reducing sub-ballast thickness by 55% and road construction costs by 20%.
Stabilizing soft clay soils and shallow utilities during the reconstruction of Main Street
Main Street in Palisade, CO, was reconstructed using geosynthetics to address soft soils and shallow utilities, reducing excavation and aggregate use.
Bell Middle School stabilizes slope with PROPEX Pyramat 75
The Bell Middle School's steep landfill slope faced erosion issues, causing soil to wash into nearby homes. The geocell used for stabilization failed, so the school district replaced it with PROPEX Pyramat 75, a high-performance turf mat.
MSE pile-supported embankment with MIRAGRID 8X
The I-15 CORE Project in Provo, Utah, used a pile-supported embankment with MIRAGRID 8XT geogrid to stabilize soft soils and meet seismic and space constraints.
Constructing a working platform for Akron Main Outfall Sewer with MIRAFI RS580i
Solmax partnered with Kenmore Construction to stabilize a working platform for heavy equipment at the City of Akron’s Main Outfall Sewer Improvements project using MIRAFI RS580i high-performance geotextile and advanced geotechnical analysis.
Stabilizing Red Hill landfill cap with PROPEX Armormax
Red Hill Landfill in Northern California stabilized a failed slope using the PROPEX Armormax system with PROPEX Pyramat 75 HPTRM and B3 anchors, enhancing safety and erosion control.
Slope stabilization and moisture control on Old Pacific Highway
A global stability issue on the Old Pacific Highway caused a slope failure and pavement cracking. The MIRAFI H2Ri system was used to address soil saturation and prevent future slips, ensuring long-term stability without extensive over-excavation.
Reflective cracking prevention at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport with Petromat
Reflective cracking at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport was mitigated using Petromat MPV600, a nonwoven paving fabric, installed directly on the cement-treated base to prevent moisture infiltration and extend pavement life
Long-term erosion control and channel stabilization for Arroyo de los Montoyas with PROPEX Armormax
PROPEX Armormax stabilized the eroding embankments of Arroyo de los Montoyas, protecting WWTP6 from flooding and enhancing groundwater recharge in Rio Rancho, NM, with a resilient, nature-based erosion control solution.
Rebuilding U.S. Route 441 and enhancing flood resilience with MIRAFI
U.S. Route 441 in Gainesville, Florida was reconstructed using MIRAFI RS580i, improving performance against flooding and reducing maintenance needs.
Relining Aeration Basin 2 at Thompson's Station wastewater plant
Aeration Basin 2 at Thompson's Station wastewater plant was relined in 2012 using a custom GSE HD geomembrane system, ensuring operational efficiency.
Palm Desert flood control improvements with PROPEX protects from tropical storms
The City of Palm Desert improved flood control infrastructure by expanding the Section 29 Basin, constructing two new basins, and armoring the Mid-Valley channel with PROPEX Armormax.
Slope stabilization for residential slope failure at Yerba Buena Island with PROPEX
Yerba Buena Island's redevelopment addressed slope failure with PROPEX Armormax, ensuring slope stability, erosion control, and utility protection during a major residential project.
Motiva Brine pond liner replacement and leak inspection with GSE
The Motiva Brine Pond in southeast Texas, supporting butane storage in salt caverns, underwent primary liner replacement and inspection to address leakage issues.
Geosynthetic reinforcement to successfully repair a railway track section
CN Railway utilized MIRAFI RS580i to stabilize track foundations at the Rosetown subdivision, improving safety, and reducing future maintenance costs in challenging conditions.
Effective landfill closure at Homer Solid Waste Facility with GSE
Kenai Peninsula Borough in Alaska completed phase two of the Homer Solid Waste Facility landfill closure using Solmax geosynthetics, covering 226,000 ft² with a geosynthetic clay liner, drainage, and landfill-gas system.
GEOTUBE Geobags used in coastal erosion control and protection project
In 2023, GEOTUBE Geobags were used to stabilize the eroding Brunei coastline, enhancing safety and sustainability.
Restoring tidal wetlands and providing long-lasting erosion protection
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) successfully restored natural tidal wetlands in the Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta, enhancing habitats for wildlife and improving flood management.
Mitigating the risks of groundwater contamination during expansion of Sarasota Municipal Landfill
Advanced leachate containment solutions were utilized to enhance the Sarasota landfill expansion, ensuring environmental protection and compliance with regulations.
Protecting homes from destructive erosion and slope instability with PROPEX
In Fort Worth, Texas, Candleridge Park addressed erosion threatening neighborhood foundations by constructing a channel outlet and using PROPEX Pyramattress and PROPEX Pyramat 75 for cost-effective, sustainable slope protection.
Bridging sinkhole voids with MIRAGRID XT
Thurber Engineering and Solmax used MIRAGRID XT geogrid to remediate William Griffin Recreation Centre's turf, stabilizing voids and enhancing field performance.
Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, Nipomo, California
Monarch Dunes needed a sustainable solution for severe channel erosion in a community vineyard. The combination of PROPEX Armormax and Pyramattress provided durable, eco-friendly stabilization, reducing installation time and cost.
Protecting homes from flooding events with PROPEX Armormax
Baton Rouge's flood mitigation measures included PROPEX Armormax to reduce risks and protect homes against future flooding.
Improving the grading and capacity of an existing channel
The Lloydminster's Northwest Drainage Channel was redesigned to prevent flooding, using PROPEX Pyramat for enhanced flow capacity and erosion control.
Roadway reconstruction on STH-106 with MIRAFI
Jefferson County Highway Department successfully reconstructed Wisconsin Highway 106 over marshland, using geosynthetic materials to minimize excavation and ensure a stable, well-drained road surface.
Stabilization and construction of a new arterial roadway in using MIRAFI
Effective stabilization of fine-grained subgrade soils and the implementation of MIRAFI RS580i led to a new roadway that exceeded performance expectations.
Overcoming soft soil challenges with MIRAFI
Utilizing MIRAFI RS580i for stable construction, the East Lake Sammamish Trail overcame soft soil challenges, reducing costs and material waste effectively.
Enhancing frac pond liner integrity with the GSE Leak Location Suite
The GSE Leak Location Suite, including the S-100 Spark Tester, was successfully implemented at a frac pond project in Laredo, Texas, ensuring leak-free installation and quick identification of punctures in the liner.
Meeting subgrade stabilization challenges with MIRAFI
Utilizing MIRAFI RS380i geotextile fabric, this project overcame poor subgrade conditions to construct four commercial buildings with stable platforms for parking lots and loading docks.
Biogas cover turns palm oil waste into fuel in Malaysia
Cenergi transforms POME into renewable biogas in Malaysia, using GSE geomembranes. This project reduced GHG and the approach highlights innovation in waste recycling and contribution to renewable energy goals.
IMAX parking lot's innovative stormwater system with MIRAFI
In 2012, Mississauga's IMAX parking lot implemented a low impact development system to manage stormwater, enhancing water quality and maintaining pavement integrity.
Enhancing road resilience in Alaska with MIRAFI
Alaska's Dalton Highway demonstrated the effectiveness of MIRAFI H2Ri in enhancing road durability and reducing maintenance in extreme environments.
Meeting stringent CCR regulations with BENTOLINER
Xcel Energy successfully closed Sherco Pond No.1 and constructed Sherco Pond No.2 using BENTOLINER to meet stringent CCR regulations, ensuring minimal environmental impact and continuous service.
How Impact Solar Farm overcame road stabilization challenges with MIRAFI
MIRAFI RS280i was used at Impact Solar Farm in Texas for efficient road stabilization, offering environmental benefits and cost savings.
Sewage lagoon upgrade using geosynthetic clay liners
Discover how Conquest's sewage lagoon upgrade using a geosynthetic clay liner overcame groundwater challenges, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.
Conquering extreme conditions with a high-temperature liner solution
Saskatchewan's first new potash mine in 40 years features advanced GSE HDH liners in its brine ponds, overcoming extreme temperatures and chemical exposure.
Lining canals for mega Port Said aquaculture project
Egypt's mega aquaculture project in East Port Said completed phase two, using GSE HD geomembrane for water containment in a 20,000-acre fish and shrimp farm.
Increasing roadway design life with MIRAFI
116th Ave in Grande Prairie was reconstructed using MIRAFI H2Ri, overcoming failures from heavy traffic and challenging soil, improving road longevity and performance.
Harvey Ditch erosion protection with PROPEX
BKDD used PROPEX Scourlok for durable, environmentally-friendly erosion protection along a drainage channel in Texas, replacing gabion baskets with a long-lasting solution.
Oyster Lake outfall improvement
Oyster Lake's outfall, strained by storms and urban growth, was reinforced using PROPEX Armormax for erosion control. It withstood Hurricane Michael, protecting the area.
Murrieta Creek stabilization
Murrieta Creek's flood control project uses PROPEX Armormax for erosion protection and environmental restoration, ensuring safety and water quality for 75 years.
Kaneohe Stream bank restoration
Hawaii's Kaneohe Stream stabilization project used PROPEX Pyrawall, a natural, vegetated solution, to protect properties and prevent flooding for up to 75 years.
GSE Leak Location Conductive liner 24 years later
At the Florence Copper mine in Arizona, a pond built in 1997 with GSE Leak Location liner, operated for 24 years. Initially underutilized, its expansion required inspection of the exposed geomembrane.
Anchorage regional landfill-expansion project
In 2020, Anchorage expanded its landfill with a new cell, installing a composite liner system that included BENTOLINER, GSE HD liner, and HDPE piping.
Providing long term stabilization for drainage channel
PROPEX Armormax and PROPEX Pyramattress, an engineered mattress system that uses PROPEX Pyramat 75 HPTRM to construct a geosynthetic/soil/rock composite for protection of channels, slopes, and spillways.
Steep slope stabilization at SR-11 KYTC DISTRICT 10
The PROPEX Armormax system helped KYTC meet their goal of providing a safe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible option to repair the slope while also ensuring access to the state park and economic growth in the surrounding area.
Providing levee resilience and durability
Full scale installation of the EEAS began in 2015 and has since been installed on over 100 miles of earthen levees in the New Orleans area. Since installation, multiple levees have experienced overtopping from major hurricanes, but have not breeched.
Preventing flooding from arid creeks
PROPEX Armormax helped to decrease sedimentation and pollutants and encourages infiltration of water back into the ground water table.
Restoring stream bank while promoting vegetation
Since the completion of the project, the stream has naturally restored itself to its original channel depth.
Channel stabilization protects against floods
The end goal of the project is to carry water from future 100-year floods through the city in the channel and eliminate flooding in Randolph.
Flood protection and erosion control with PROPEX Pyramat
PROPEX Pyramat is a High Performance Turf Reinforcement Mat (HPTRM) that protects the ground surface from erosion while promoting natural vegetation.
Reinforcing slopes in parking lot
Eight, one foot, PROPEX Pyrawall lifts were constructed to raise the grade for the new parking lot.
Stabilizing the Des Moines River with PROPEX
The west fork of the Des Moines River in Palo Alto County, had experienced years of erosion and flooding. From 2006 to 2019, the riverbank had receded up to 215 feet in the middle of the bend.
Enhancing runway durability with Petromat Enviro
The Altoona-Blair County Airport, a regional airport in central PA, faced a safety concern with one of its runways. Reflective cracking had occurred due to harsh freeze/thaw conditions during winter months.
GEOTUBE dewatering and containment of gypsum wastes at a titanium dioxide plant
Industrial waste, often in slurry form and containing contaminants, needs to be managed and disposed of properly to protect the environment.
GEOTUBE directs fly ash slurry flow in tailings storage facility closure
GEOTUBE dewatering technology is a cost-effective method for removing water from industrial and mineral slurries and sludges.
GEOTUBE breakwaters: shoreline protection at Sigandu Beach
The breakwater structure constructed with the GEOTUBE system at Sigandu Beach proved to be a cost-effective solution compared to conventional methods such as rock armor.
Maximizing mineral recovery with dewatering for a remote gold mine in Indonesia
A remote gold mine located on an Indonesian island required the dredging of heavily silted settling ponds. These ponds contained valuable gold deposits that needed to be recovered and reprocessed.