Runway Shoulder Stabilization & Dust Control for Airports Company South Africa (ACSA)
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) engaged Soil Solutions to implement a stabilization and dust control solution for runway shoulders. The existing soil conditions lacked sufficient load-bearing capacity, posing a risk to aircraft that might veer off the runway. To ensure safety and stability, Soil Solutions provided a Runway Shoulder Stabilization solution using a combination of Geogrid and EBS Soil Stabilizer.
Project Implementation
✔ Underground Systems Identified & Protected – All cabling systems were tracked, identified, and marked before excavation.
✔ Excavation & Soil Preparation – The in-situ material was stripped and excavated to the required depth.
✔ Geogrid Installation – A Bi-Axial Geogrid was placed to reinforce the soil and improve load-bearing capacity.
✔ Backfilling & Final Grading – The excavated material was reintroduced, compacted, and shaped to the required final levels.
✔ Grass Seeding & Fertilization – Grass seed and fertilizer were applied to enhance surface stabilization.
✔ EBS Soil Stabilizer Application – EBS was applied as a tackifier, providing:
🔹 Dust suppression during grass growth.
🔹 Moisture retention & temperature regulation for optimal germination.
🔹 Surface stabilization to prevent soil displacement.
Key Benefits & Lasting Impact
✈ Enhanced Runway Safety – The stabilized shoulders now support aircraft weight, reducing potential hazards.
🌱 Sustainable, Green Solution – EBS protects soil and encourages vegetation growth, reducing long-term erosion risks.
🌫 Effective Dust Control – Eliminates airborne dust, improving airfield visibility and safety.
⏳ Zero Operational Disruptions – All work was completed during nighttime hours, ensuring no impact on flight schedules.
By implementing EBS Soil Stabilizer, Soil Solutions successfully reinforced and stabilized the runway shoulders at ACSA-managed airports, enhancing safety, durability, and environmental sustainability.
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