Reinforced soil walls are retention structures that combine compacted soil layers with synthetic materials used as reinforcement elements. In this sense, geogrids or geotextiles act as internal reinforcement, enabling the construction of high structures. Additionally, with regard to their facing systems, these structures may incorporate modular blocks or flexible facings such as geocells, making them an effective and adaptable solution for a wide range of civil engineering applications.
Products used
Modular block
TECWALL block
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Geocells
Geogrids
Drainage geocomposite
Perforated and non-perforated pipes
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Geotextile
Modular block
TECWALL block
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Geocells
Geogrids
Drainage geocomposite
Perforated and non-perforated pipes
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Geotextile
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Application sectors
Road infrastructure
Mining
Sanitation
Energy
Hydrocarbons
Agriculture
Urban development
Ports and Airports
Road infrastructure
Mining
Sanitation
Energy
Hydrocarbons
Agriculture
Urban development
Ports and Airports
Road infrastructure
Mining
Sanitation
Energy
Hydrocarbons
Agriculture
Urban development
Ports and Airports
Selected projects
El Ejército Bridge Expansion, Lima, Peru
Callao Expressway, Lima, Peru
Av. Sucre – Costa Verde, Lima, Peru
Universidad Intercultural de la Selva Central, Junín, Peru
El Ejército Bridge Expansion, Lima, Peru
Callao Expressway, Lima, Peru
Av. Sucre – Costa Verde, Lima, Peru
Universidad Intercultural de la Selva Central, Junín, Peru
El Ejército Bridge Expansion, Lima, Peru
As part of the project to expand the operational capacity of El Ejército Bridge and alleviate heavy vehicular congestion along one of the main access routes to Metropolitan Lima, entry and exit ramps were constructed using mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) wall systems with concrete modular block facings. This solution made it possible to develop structures exceeding 100 meters in length and accommodating four traffic lanes, adapting effectively to the complex geometry of the alignment, which includes curved sections and topographic variations.
To ensure structural stability and system efficiency, extruded uniaxial geogrids were used as reinforcement elements, achieving functional integration between the foundation soil and the roadway superstructure. The selection of MSE walls with modular block facings provided advantages in terms of construction speed, resistance to dynamic loads, and durability in high-traffic areas, establishing this system as a strategic solution for large-scale urban infrastructure projects.
Callao Expressway, Lima, Peru
As part of the transformation of Av. Elmer Faucett into the first expressway in Callao, mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) wall systems with modular blocks were implemented to form access ramps, slope stabilization works, and structures associated with the new road corridor. The project included the widening of the roadway to six traffic lanes with lateral collectors, extending from Av. Venezuela to Jorge Chávez International Airport, significantly improving vehicular flow along one of the main access arteries to Lima.
Given the presence of uncontrolled fill soils and semi-loose silty gravels, this structural solution was selected as it allowed a substantial reduction in foundation depths, making the project technically and economically feasible. Over an approximate period of four months, nearly 1,800 m² of reinforced walls using uniaxial geogrids were constructed, demonstrating the system’s construction efficiency and its ability to adapt to complex soil conditions without compromising safety or project schedules.
Av. Sucre – Costa Verde, Lima, Peru
Within the framework of the Costa Verde beach circuit expansion project, mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) walls with modular block facings and extruded uniaxial geogrids were implemented for the construction of access ramps at the Av. Sucre interchange. This solution optimized traffic flow and organization in an area with high mobility demand, mitigating congestion issues and enhancing urban connectivity along Lima’s coastal corridor.
In addition to their technical performance, these systems provided harmonious visual integration with the coastal environment due to their modular facings, achieving infrastructure that is both efficient and aesthetically favorable for the city. The selection of this structural technology responded not only to strength and durability criteria, but also to the need for rapid construction with minimal impact on existing traffic operations.
Universidad Intercultural de la Selva Central, Junín, Peru
In response to the geotechnical challenges typical of tropical regions—such as soft soils, intense rainfall, and high groundwater levels—TECWEB reinforced soil walls with vegetated facings were selected to create stable terraces within the campus of the Universidad Intercultural de la Selva Central Juan Santos Atahualpa (UNISCJSA).
These systems, composed entirely of polymeric materials, offer corrosion resistance, efficient installation, and harmonious integration with the rainforest environment. Beyond their structural performance, the use of a green facing added landscape value, positioning TECWEB MSE walls as a technically robust and environmentally compatible alternative to conventional solutions.
El Ejército Bridge Expansion, Lima, Peru
As part of the project to expand the operational capacity of El Ejército Bridge and alleviate heavy vehicular congestion along one of the main access routes to Metropolitan Lima, entry and exit ramps were constructed using mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) wall systems with concrete modular block facings. This solution made it possible to develop structures exceeding 100 meters in length and accommodating four traffic lanes, adapting effectively to the complex geometry of the alignment, which includes curved sections and topographic variations.
To ensure structural stability and system efficiency, extruded uniaxial geogrids were used as reinforcement elements, achieving functional integration between the foundation soil and the roadway superstructure. The selection of MSE walls with modular block facings provided advantages in terms of construction speed, resistance to dynamic loads, and durability in high-traffic areas, establishing this system as a strategic solution for large-scale urban infrastructure projects.
Callao Expressway, Lima, Peru
As part of the transformation of Av. Elmer Faucett into the first expressway in Callao, mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) wall systems with modular blocks were implemented to form access ramps, slope stabilization works, and structures associated with the new road corridor. The project included the widening of the roadway to six traffic lanes with lateral collectors, extending from Av. Venezuela to Jorge Chávez International Airport, significantly improving vehicular flow along one of the main access arteries to Lima.
Given the presence of uncontrolled fill soils and semi-loose silty gravels, this structural solution was selected as it allowed a substantial reduction in foundation depths, making the project technically and economically feasible. Over an approximate period of four months, nearly 1,800 m² of reinforced walls using uniaxial geogrids were constructed, demonstrating the system’s construction efficiency and its ability to adapt to complex soil conditions without compromising safety or project schedules.
Av. Sucre – Costa Verde, Lima, Peru
Within the framework of the Costa Verde beach circuit expansion project, mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) walls with modular block facings and extruded uniaxial geogrids were implemented for the construction of access ramps at the Av. Sucre interchange. This solution optimized traffic flow and organization in an area with high mobility demand, mitigating congestion issues and enhancing urban connectivity along Lima’s coastal corridor.
In addition to their technical performance, these systems provided harmonious visual integration with the coastal environment due to their modular facings, achieving infrastructure that is both efficient and aesthetically favorable for the city. The selection of this structural technology responded not only to strength and durability criteria, but also to the need for rapid construction with minimal impact on existing traffic operations.
Universidad Intercultural de la Selva Central, Junín, Peru
In response to the geotechnical challenges typical of tropical regions—such as soft soils, intense rainfall, and high groundwater levels—TECWEB reinforced soil walls with vegetated facings were selected to create stable terraces within the campus of the Universidad Intercultural de la Selva Central Juan Santos Atahualpa (UNISCJSA).
These systems, composed entirely of polymeric materials, offer corrosion resistance, efficient installation, and harmonious integration with the rainforest environment. Beyond their structural performance, the use of a green facing added landscape value, positioning TECWEB MSE walls as a technically robust and environmentally compatible alternative to conventional solutions.
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Success stories
Dynamic Barriers Against Debris Flows – Chosica, Lima, Peru
stability and containment
The Problem In recent years, the district of Chosica in Lima has been affected by debris flows (huaicos) generated in its ravines. In 2015 alone, nine fatalities were reported, 341...
We have partnered with Rival + Tubos + in Ecuador to drive the infrastructure of the future!
GeosyntheticsLATAM
At Grupo TDM, we are proud to serve as the official supplier of geomembranes (HDPE and LLDPE), extruded geogrids, and geocells for Rival Tubos. This strategic alliance enables us to...
Dynamic Barriers Against Debris Flows – Chosica, Lima, Peru
stability and containment
The Problem In recent years, the district of Chosica in Lima has been affected by debris flows (huaicos) generated in its ravines. In 2015 alone, nine fatalities were reported, 341...
We have partnered with Rival + Tubos + in Ecuador to drive the infrastructure of the future!
GeosyntheticsLATAM
At Grupo TDM, we are proud to serve as the official supplier of geomembranes (HDPE and LLDPE), extruded geogrids, and geocells for Rival Tubos. This strategic alliance enables us to...