Composite Geomembrane Application in Seepage Control
Composite geomembrane with geotextile is a highly effective solution utilized in seepage control projects. This composite material combines the strength and durability of geotextile, typically a woven or non-woven fabric, with the impermeability of geomembrane, a flexible polymeric membrane. The geotextile reinforces the geomembrane, enhancing its resistance to punctures and tears, while the geomembrane provides a barrier against water seepage. The integration of these two materials forms a robust and seamless system that is ideal for applications such as dam liners, canal linings, and landfill covers, where strict impermeability and durability are crucial. The Composite geomembrane with geotextile ensures long-term protection against seepage, maintaining structural integrity and environmental safety.
Composite Geomembrane is a combination of Geotextile, It is often referred to as a Composite Geomembrane system or Composite Membrane with Geotextile. This material combines the high impermeability of geomembrane with the functions of strengthening, drainage and protection of geotextile to form a multi-functional engineering material.
Specification:
One cloth two film base cloth:100-1000g/m
film thickness:0.2-1.5mm
One cloth one film base cloth:100-1000g/m
film thickness:0.2-1.5mm
Two cloth one film base cloth:80-600g/m
film thickness:0.2-1.5mm
Width:2m-7m
Weight: 200g-1500g/㎡‘
One cloth one film:
Two cloth one film:
Technical Data:
Test Properties | Product Specification | |||||||
Weight g/m2 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 700 | 800 | 900 | 1000 | |
Mechanical Properties | Break Strength kN/m | 5 | 7.5 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 |
Break Elongation % | 30-100 | |||||||
CBR Burst Strength KN | 1.1 | 1.5 | 1.9 | 2.2 | 2.5 | 2.8 | 3 | |
Tear Resistance KN | 0.15 | 0.25 | 0.32 | 0.4 | 0.48 | 0.56 | 0.62 | |
Peel Strength N/cm | 6 | |||||||
Hydrostatic Pressure | Film Thicknessh mm | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.8 |
One cloth one film Mpa | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1 | 1.2 | 1.4 | |
Two cloth one film Mpa | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1 | 1.2 |
Key Advantages
Composite Functional Design
Multilayer structure formed by thermal bonding of geomembrane and nonwoven geotextile (typical configuration: 0.3-2.0mm HDPE + 200-600g/m² fabric), achieving synergistic waterproofing and drainage. Lab tests show permeability coefficients as low as 1×10⁻¹³ cm/s.Enhanced Mechanical Properties
Demonstrates tensile strength of 20-40kN/m with elongation exceeding 400%, capable of accommodating 3-5% subgrade differential settlement.Environmental Resistance
Certified per GB/T17643-2011, maintains performance stability in pH 3-11 environments, -50℃~+60℃ temperature ranges, and after 3000 hours UV exposure.
Hydraulic Engineering
Applications: Dams, irrigation canals, artificial lakes
Typical Configuration: Sandwich structure (1.0-2.0mm HDPE + 400-800g/m² PET geotextile)
Technical Benefits:
Seepage control: ≤5L/(m²·d)
Hydraulic fracture resistance: Withstands pressure ≥0.6MPa (
Case Study: Used in South-North Water Transfer Project, reducing leakage by 30% and cutting construction time by 50%.
2. Environmental Engineering
Applications: Landfills, contaminated site remediation, wastewater ponds
Typical Configuration: Dual-liner system (2.0mm HDPE + GCL)
Technical Benefits:
Impermeability: k≤1×10⁻¹² cm/s
Chemical resistance: Compatible with pH 2-12 and organic solvents
Case Study: A hazardous waste landfill achieved zero leakage over 15 years using "geomembrane+GCL+leachate collection".
3. Transportation Infrastructure
Applications: High-speed rail subgrades, highway slopes, tunnel drainage
Typical Configuration: Needle-punched composite (0.8mm HDPE + 300g/m² nonwoven)
Technical Benefits:
Freeze-thaw durability: 90% CBR retention after 50 cycles (-30℃~+25℃)
Capillary barrier: Reduces water rise >1.5m
Case Study: Applied in Harbin-Dalian High-speed Rail, decreasing frost heave by 60%.
4. Energy Projects
Applications: Oil tank foundations, LNG terminals, solar farms
Typical Configuration: UV-resistant composite (1.5mm HDPE + carbon black layer)
Technical Benefits:
High-temperature stability: >85% tensile strength retention at 80℃
Hydrocarbon resistance: Impervious to diesel and lubricants
Case Study: Northwest China solar farm reduced dust-induced efficiency loss by 25%.
5. Municipal Engineering
Applications: Utility tunnels, constructed wetlands, urban water features
Typical Configuration: Self-healing composite (1.2mm HDPE + nanoclay layer)
Technical Benefits:
Damage recovery: Seals ≤3mm punctures
Ecological integration: Allows root penetration (porosity ≥35%)
Case Study: Xiongan New Area utility tunnel project cut maintenance costs by 40%.
Packaging:
Customer's company Logo mark can be added.
Packed in woven bags.