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  • Proven Systems, Endless Facings

  • Software: Design Cost Effective Retaining Walls

A Proven Track Record for Safety and Performance

When considering grade separations for rail applications, safety and long-term performance are top priorities. Tensar Grade Separation Systems come from one source – Tensar. The specifier can rest assured they are getting a complete system with components engineered to work together in a variety of rail applications. Our rigorously tested and patented earth retaining systems for railway applications take into consideration a variety of safety factors, including:

  • Corrosion and Electrochemical Requirements – Tensar
    UX Geogrids are made of high-density polyethylene
    (HDPE) that resists chemical, biological and environmental
    degradation. In fact, this same polymer is used to protect
    other traditional steel reinforced systems.
  • Drainage and Hydrostatic Pressure – The open aperture
    structure of Tensar UX Geogrid promotes excellent soil
    drainage.
  • Railway Loads – Tensar MSE solutions can be designed for
    rail applications accommodating a Cooper E-80 or greater
    railway loading distribution.
  • Vibrations – Tensar UX Geogrid’s open aperture structure
    and high junction strength provide high resistance to
    pullout while allowing for strong mechanical connection
    to the facing materials. This assures no loss in structural
    integrity due to vibrations, which is possible for systems
    that depend on friction.
  • Seismic Considerations – As with vibrations associated
    with heavy rail surcharges, pullout resistance and mechanical
    face connections are increased to accommodate seismic events. Tensar Grade Separation solutions for railway support structures have a record for wi    thstanding seismic events.
  • Stray Currents – Tensar Grade Separation solutions are
    reinforced with a polymer material, which is not affected
    by stray currents from an electrified rapid-transit system.

Choose from a variety of facing options:

Mesa Retaining Wall Systems


The Mesa Systems combine geogrid-reinforcement with high
compression blocks and a patented mechanical connector to create a unified system. The performance of every component is integrated to reduce cost and increase structural reliability.

Mesa Retaining Wall for Rail

ARES Retaining Wall Systems

A concrete panel wall system, ARES Systems are a cost-effective
alternative to metallic reinforced walls. Used on their own or in
conjunction with other Tensar® Systems, the ARES Systems
can offer dependable wall solutions with long-term durability.

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Sierra Slope Retention System

The Sierra System, a reinforced soil slope (RSS) solution,
provides a structural, naturally appealing alternative to
precast MSE and cast-in-place retaining walls. The vegetative
solution can also be combined with other Tensar Systems, such
as this Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) project.

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SierraScape Retention System

The SierraScape System provides a welded wire basket system that mechanically connects the polymer geogrid to a galvanized steel and
a stone aggregate veneer, giving you a durable and cost-effective retaining wall.

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TensarSoil Design Software

Make segmental retaining wall design simple, fast and more cost-effective

Now, there is a better way to design segmental retaining walls: by presenting TensarSoil design software from Tensar International. Fully interactive, this new program allows you to enter and modify the geometry of the project, the degree or design of the geogrid, additional loads and/or soil characteristics to determine stability data and material costs instantly.

TensarSoil-PRO Software offers versatile technology that enables you to design grade separation solutions in accordance with all major industry-standard protocols. Click the button below to learn more and download the free software.

 

TensarSoil Wall Design Software

 

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What are Geogrids?

Geogrids are a category of geosynthetic that are used to provide the functions of reinforcement, stabilization, or filtration. Tensar mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) systems feature reinforcement with strong and durable Tensar® Uniaxial (UX) Geogrids. Made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), UX Geogrids have proven resistant to chemical, biological and environmental degradation, including hydrolysis. Tensar HDPE Geogrids do not degrade from long-term exposure to water, can be installed in high or low pH soils and can resist attack from most chemicals that may enter the backfill soils that support rail lines. In addition to the geogrids’ durability, their open aperture structure promotes excellent soil drainage with no buildup of pore water pressure from clogging.

Learn about UX Geogrid

 

Learn about Tensar solutions for stabilizing tracks

Build Better Tracks with Geogrid

 

Case Studies: Tensar Solutions
in the Real World

Use of Local Backfill
Allows for Cost Savings

Contractor gains a competitive advantage on County Road Overpass project. Read More. 

Retaining Wall for Rail Application

Corrosion Concerns Eliminated

Versatility proves to be a key benefit in this Nevada DOT project that extends a grade separation bridge over railroad tracks. Learn More.

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Factor of Safety Increased
and Fast Installation

Embankment cracks repaired; Tensar solution strong and effective 26 years later. Read More.

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Recycled Backfill Creates Significant Cost Savings 

ARES Panel Wall offers NYSDOT approved system with non-metallic reinforcement.

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About Tensar

At Tensar International, finding solutions that lower construction costs and bring added value is our top priority. That’s why we put our experts to work, showing engineers and contractors around the world how to build smarter infrastructure using geogrid technology. With decades of research and real-world experience under our belt, our geogrid solutions bring significant cost and time savings across a wide range of civil applications like:

Soil Stabilization  |  Pavement Optimization  |  Foundations
Working Platforms  |  Walls and Slopes

We're proud to offer state-of-the-art design solutions – specialty solutions based on advanced technologies proven since 1982. Tested in the most challenging conditions, these comprehensive solutions save time, resources and money. They’ve become the standard by which others are measured.

 

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