Vegetated drainage channels are preferred to concrete channels because the vegetation reduces sediment transport in high flow conditions. The main problem with unreinforced vegetated channels is that they are limited by a much lower erosion velocity than concrete. This velocity can be increased by the inclusion of a geosynthetic turf reinforcement mat into the channel lining works. Due to its high water velocity resistance, GrassrootsTM can be used as effective turf reinforcement for high flow vegetated channels.
Biodegradable erosion control mats are commonly used for temporary erosion control and rely on the successful establishment of vegetation for permanent erosion control. The 100% geosynthetic structure of
GrassrootsTM provides a medium to long-term erosion control solution that is aesthetically pleasing and unobtrusive to the surrounding environment.
Features
- Australian Made
- Manufactured to ISO9001 quality assurance
- Flexible manufacturing process
- Staple fibres interwoven through
- Heavy weight of fibres within product
Benefits
- Fast & Efficient delivery of goods
- Consistent mechanical and hydraulic performance
- Custom grades and roll lengths available
- High erosion resistance woven mesh to overland flow
- Can be used as stand-alone erosion protection
Soil erosion is caused by various mechanisms, such as dislocation of soil particles by overland flow and raindrop impact on the soil. Erosion control is a common application for geosynthetics and to be effective, they must be able to reinforce vegetation at the root and stem level, decrease the velocity of overland flow and act as a barrier between the flowing water and the soil surface.
GrassrootsTM provides erosion control and vegetation reinforcement to fill or cut embankments. GrassrootsTM can provide 100% coverage and is able to be seeded from above to provide effective interlock with the geosynthetic matrix and the root system of the vegetation. 
