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GCL- GEOTECHNICAL (BENTONITE) CLAY LINERS

Leak Proof Your Pond with Cutting Edge GCL Pond Liners - Explore Our Solutions Today

Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCL) are high-performance geo-composites that are used as an alternative to conventional compacted clay liners. GCLs consist of two layers of geotextile stitched together enclosing a layer of processed sodium bentonite. Bentonite is a natural sealant, and when in contact with water, swells to form a low permeability clay liner. Geosynthetic clay liners have a long-lasting resistance to physical and chemical break-down in harsh environments such as landfills and other containment systems.


Underwater Installation of GCL

The ongoing operation of the barrage could not be obstructed during construction, and special emphasis was placed on not adversely affecting the environment. Thus, the Bavarian power authority (BEW) opted for the underwater installation of a geosynthetic clay liner sealing system. DOBLER was commissioned for the construction work. The GCL was provided by the manufacturer NAUE GmbH & Co. KG.

Bentofix® BZ 13-B is specially designed for underwater installation. Bentofix® BZ 13-B is a needle-punched, scrim-reinforced geosynthetic clay liner (GCL) with an additional top-side sand ballast layer. The encapsulated sodium bentonite swells in contact with water to provide an exceptional seal. The integrated sand ballast core also ensures the GCL’s “self-sinking.” This weight ensures secure, stable positioning of GCL panels, as well as enhances protection against other installation activities.

The advantages of Betofix® BZ 13-B:

  • Highly efficient, effective sealing

  • Weighted for self-sinking.

  • Stable positioning

  • Self-sealing overlaps

  • Easy installation, including underwater.

  • Quick, easy and cost-effective installation

WHO WE HELP WITH OUR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION

850

APARTMENTS COMPLEXES

230

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES

160.000

GCL Advantages:

  • Unique self-sealing attributes that reduce the risk of punctures and leakage.

  • Excellent shear resistance properties due to needlepoint reinforcement.

  • Reduced leakage by a factor of 30 over compacted clay.

  • Better hydraulic performance.

  • Ease of installation. & Increased air space.

  • Cost-effective: one truckload of GCL replaces 200 truckloads of clay.

  • Applications

  • Irrigation ponds, canals, reservoirs, & ditches

  • Landfills & dams

  • Agricultural

  • Municipal

  • Aquaculture & horticulture

  • Liners & covers

  • Landfill liners, covers, & caps

  • Liquid containment

  • Secondary containment

  • Wastewater lagoons

  • Mining-heap leach & slag tailings

  • Golf courses & decorative ponds

  • Solid waste containment

  • Water & wastewater treatment & containment

  • Industrial applications

  • Environmental containment

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Past Projects and Performance

1. I have installed this product for Greg Norman's property here in Naples to retain water in his golf course community - this was a successful project where we retained the entire pond without dewatering with our dive teams - this involved jack hammering rock and cutting trees to make the pond level for the GCL linear.

2. Heron Creek Irrigation Pond-current Pond liner was compromised, and we used GCL to seal bank to 15ft under water repairing and sealing compromised HDPE linerar along with installing 6ft Sox product for bank restoration and proving engineered stabilization with shoring system.

International Subsea Services will warranty this project for 10 years by installing 6ft Dredge Sox locking in the GCL mats to the embankments - we are ordering additional fill material to fill in all repairs and to ensure the pond is sealed.

Premier Destination for Comprehensive GCL Pond Liner Solutions

We provide effective installation solutions for containment and environmental protection with our expert GCL Pond Liners Services. With the help of our highly trained professionals, we can ensure accurate Bentonite clay pond liner installation, offering excellent sealing and seepage avoidance to ponds, lakes, and reservoirs. Our services are expanded to North Port, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Pasco County, Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, and all over Florida. To maintain the integrity of your containment systems after installation, we provide thorough pond and lake maintenance services, including erosion control and routine inspections. We use innovative geotextile pond liners and underwater pond liner sealants and rely on our experience building clay-lined ponds to prevent erosion and preserve stability.

Looking for the Best Geosynthetic Clay Liners Installers Near Me? Your Search Ends Here!

As reputable geosynthetic clay liner installers, we provide dependable marine solutions professionally and efficiently, addressing every one of the challenges presented by your projects. For trustworthy GCL pond liner services intended to safeguard and maintain your surroundings, put your trust in International Subsea Services. To learn more about our innovative suggestions and how we can help with your project needs, contact us right now.

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