Geomat is a three-dimensional geosynthetic material specifically designed to control surface erosion. It is therefore used on slopes, embankments, channels, and other surfaces exposed to wind and water. Its tangled structure of polymer filaments forms an open matrix that retains soil particles, promoting the development of vegetation.
Advantages / Benefits
Runoff mitigation and sediment control: Its installation acts as a physical barrier that attenuates surface flow velocity, minimizing erosion and the loss of fine soil particles.
Natural reinforcement through plant rooting: The three-dimensional structure of the geomat facilitates root development through the material, generating a biological anchor that stabilizes the soil over the long term.
High performance against harsh environmental conditions: Designed to resist degradation from UV rays, chemical exposure, and extreme weather conditions.
Optimization of construction times and resources: Its low weight and flexibility allow for rapid installation on the ground, which contributes to reducing construction times and associated operating costs.
Applications
Revegetation on steep slopes.
Protection of river and stream banks.
Erosion control on cut slopes.
Revegetation in environmental closure plans.
Application sectors
Mining
Roads
Energy
Agriculture
Urban Development
Hydraulic Works
Ports and Airports
Mining
Roads
Energy
Agriculture
Urban Development
Hydraulic Works
Ports and Airports
Mining
Roads
Energy
Agriculture
Urban Development
Hydraulic Works
Ports and Airports
Some projects completed
Erosion control in mining pits – Minera Pierina, Áncash, Peru
Northern Interoceanic Highway Project, Section 2, Peru
Erosion control in mining pits – Minera Pierina, Áncash, Peru
Northern Interoceanic Highway Project, Section 2, Peru
Erosion control in mining pits – Minera Pierina, Áncash, Peru
In highly climatically demanding areas such as the exposed pits at the Pierina Mine, located in the department of Ancash, Peru, a surface protection system using geomats was implemented for erosion control. This solution not only significantly reduced soil erosion on slopes, but also improved terrain stability and contributed to improved landscape integration with the surrounding environment. The incorporation of geomats reduced maintenance costs and accelerated the progress of the mining operation’s revegetation programs. The result was an efficient, long-lasting technical solution aligned with the pillars of sustainability and environmental responsibility in large-scale extractive projects.
Northern Interoceanic Highway Project, Section 2, Peru
To stabilize steep slopes with loose soils on Section 2 of the Northern Interoceanic Highway, an erosion control system using geomats made from plant fibers was implemented. This solution reduced soil loss from the first rains, accelerated the natural revegetation process, and reduced the environmental impact associated with the project.
Its rapid installation, low operating costs, and biodegradable nature consolidated the geomat as an efficient and environmentally responsible solution for one of the country’s most significant road projects. A technical solution aligned with the objectives of sustainability and long-term high performance in road infrastructure.
Erosion control in mining pits – Minera Pierina, Áncash, Peru
In highly climatically demanding areas such as the exposed pits at the Pierina Mine, located in the department of Ancash, Peru, a surface protection system using geomats was implemented for erosion control. This solution not only significantly reduced soil erosion on slopes, but also improved terrain stability and contributed to improved landscape integration with the surrounding environment. The incorporation of geomats reduced maintenance costs and accelerated the progress of the mining operation’s revegetation programs. The result was an efficient, long-lasting technical solution aligned with the pillars of sustainability and environmental responsibility in large-scale extractive projects.
Northern Interoceanic Highway Project, Section 2, Peru
To stabilize steep slopes with loose soils on Section 2 of the Northern Interoceanic Highway, an erosion control system using geomats made from plant fibers was implemented. This solution reduced soil loss from the first rains, accelerated the natural revegetation process, and reduced the environmental impact associated with the project.
Its rapid installation, low operating costs, and biodegradable nature consolidated the geomat as an efficient and environmentally responsible solution for one of the country’s most significant road projects. A technical solution aligned with the objectives of sustainability and long-term high performance in road infrastructure.
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Success stories
Leaching pads – Geomembranes – La Libertad, Peru.
The waterproofing of the Lagunas Norte leach pad has completed Phase 2, a project TDM has been carrying out since Phase 0. The total ore volume at the end of...
We were at Arminera, one of the most important events in the Argentine mining sector, presenting our engineering solutions with geosynthetics, applied to the main challenges of mining projects. We...
The waterproofing of the Lagunas Norte leach pad has completed Phase 2, a project TDM has been carrying out since Phase 0. The total ore volume at the end of...
We were at Arminera, one of the most important events in the Argentine mining sector, presenting our engineering solutions with geosynthetics, applied to the main challenges of mining projects. We...