A Complete Guide to Flexamat
Construction soil erosion can average between 20-200 tons per acre yearly. That's more than 10 times the soil lost on agricultural lands.
If you are in the construction industry, you understand the danger erosion can pose to your project. Flexamat may be the solution you're looking for. Here's more information on this versatile erosion control option, which is a permanent and environmentally friendly mat designed to stabilize slopes, channels, low water crossings, and shorelines while providing effective erosion control solutions.
What Is Flexamat?
Flexamat is a Tied Concrete Block Mat product used to reduce erosion. The square concrete blocks (6.5" x 6.5") embedded in a flexible geogrid create a strong surface, providing a durable and environmentally friendly solution for stabilizing slopes, protecting shorelines, and supporting site infrastructure.
It's versatile and easy to install. It comes as a rolled-up bundle that is easy to transport to your site.
Other construction supplies for erosion control from storm water and runoff include:
straw blanket installation
hydroseeding
silt fence
Fltrexx sediment control
While these erosion control products may meet your needs, using Flexamat provides additional benefits. We are erosion control specialists with the experience to assist you with choosing the right solution.
Benefits of Flexamat Use
Site erosion is a significant cost for your construction operations. Many remediation measures can be costly and time-consuming to install. Flexamat rolls out, which makes installation quick and easy.
Environmentally Friendly
Erosion can cause damage to the environment. Flexamat is an environmentally friendly solution that can allow sustainable vegetation to become established between the concrete blocks. The use of plants promotes the cleanup of low levels of contaminants in the soil.
The vegetation slows runoff and filters pollutants from roads and other flat surfaces. This greenery is more pleasing than other alternatives, such as riprap.
Driveable Surfaces
Flexamat's innovative undelayment design not only prevents vegetation growth through the covering but also ensures stability and non-slippery surfaces, making it an ideal solution for various conditions, including boat launches and low-water crossings.
It's an easy solution when you need a reliable access road to a site. The surface can withstand up to 80 thousand lbs of machinery. When Flexamat is infilled with crushed stone, driveability is improved. When you allow vegetation to grow, it returns the surface to its original look.
Low Maintenance
Poured-in-place concrete is often prone to graffiti and can add to the thermal impact on your site. Flexamat eliminates these concerns. It's also flexible, so it can be contoured at installation to the surrounding landscaping.
Wildlife and people can easily cross this walkable surface. By incorporating it into the existing landscaping, you can create a surface that suits your needs. You can easily mow the final cover, reducing maintenance costs.
Easy Installation
Once you have disturbed the soil on your site, the potential for erosion damage exists. When you install Flexamat using your own equipment, you can reduce life-cycle costs. Improve project completion times by removing the need to wait for an external contractor.
Your Best Erosion Control Solution
We have a variety of impressive solutions that will meet your erosion control needs. Our experienced team understands the construction industry, and we pride ourselves on providing personal service.
Contact Environmental Construction Solutions to discuss your current project. Reduce the risk and cost of uncontrolled erosion by taking steps today.