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Functional
properties of Coir-based Geo-textiles
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Fluid transmission.
The “geo-tex” properties of the material
can enable collection of a liquid or gas and convey
it along a predetermined path – thereby helping
improve drainage in the area.
Filtration.
Coir-based Geo-tex also acts as a good filtration
medium. Allows liquids to pass through freely and
helps in the retention of soil particles.
Separation.
When a geo-tex layer is placed between
fine soil and coarse material, it prevents intralayer
intrusions and works as an effective separator –
especially useful if the surface is subject to heavy
applied loads.
Protection.
Coir-based Geo-tex also works as an
effective protection medium – helping alleviate
or distribute stresses and strains when the layers
come under heavy applied loads. Offers surface protection
in erosion control and interface protection alleviation
of reflection cracking.
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Chemical
composition (%) |
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Lignin |
45.84 |
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Cellulose |
43.44 |
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Hemi-cellulose |
00.25 |
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Pectin / compounds |
03.00 |
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Water soluble |
05.25 |
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Ash |
02.22 |
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Physical
properties |
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Length (“) |
6-8 |
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Density (g/cc) |
1.4 |
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Tenacity (g/tex) |
10.0 |
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Breaking elng. (%) |
30 |
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Diameter (mm) |
0.1
– 1.5 |
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Rigidity (Dyne/cm2) |
1,8924 |
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Moisture content |
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| 10-12
% @ 65% RH |
| 22-55
% @ 95 % RH |
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Product
range under Coir-based Geo-textiles
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Range of woven textiles |
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400 to 1400 gm/sqm |
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Mesh sizes from 25mm to 2 mm |
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Range
of non-woven textiles |
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600 to 1000 gm/sqm |
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Range
of woven textiles |
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400 to 1400 gm/sqm |
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Laying
instructions
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Step One
- Level the area to be treated
- Tamp the soil to the desired shape / levels
- Compact any loose soil / surfaces
Step
Two
- Lay the geo-tex rolls in the direction of the desired
water flow
- Secure both top and bottom ends of the netting into
slots (about one foot deep).
- Fill the slots and tamp it.
Step Three
- Peg down the netting using staples (wooden pegs)
- Surface is now ready for seeding of grass or dibbling.
- Irrigate the slope as required, to promote growth
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