Stabilising soft soils

With stone columns traditionally used to improve bearing capacity and reduce settlements, using Geotextile Encased Columns (GECs) can resist bulging and ensure the columns transfer loads vertically, with the lateral support being provided through the reinforcement.

Prefabricated vertical drains (PVDs) are used to shorten the horizontal drainage path in low permeability soils enabling full consolidation of soil in months.