Precast Solutions - Winter 2009 - (Page 8) How it Works Retaining Wall Systems Large precast modular blocks weigh more than 2000 pounds each, with a system capacity to erect retaining walls of heights typically up to 15 feet without the need for expensive geo-grid materials or tiebacks. These wall systems have proven structural integrity and, particularly for the Beyond Hope Marina Project, create the aesthetic appeal of natural stonework desired by the owners. Drawing courtesy of Redi-Rock International. Precast concrete manufacturers located throughout North America produce a wide range of engineered earth retaining systems designed to provide a straight forward and cost-effective solution for your next project. Issues with wall height, right-of-way, seismic activity, drainage, quality control and aesthetics can all be overcome by specifying the use of a precast concrete earth retaining system. There are numerous proprietary systems available which include precast concrete mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) face panels and large precast modular blocks (PMB). Precast concrete cantilever walls, crib walls and post-and-panel systems are also readily available from many local precast concrete manufacturers. Products include: commercial retaining walls, residential retaining walls, sea walls, mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) panels, modular block systems, segmental retaining wall (SRW) products and other retaining walls. To find a retaining wall producer in your area, visit www.PrecastSolutions.org. There you’ll find precast manufacturers in your region that will be able to speak with you about your project, help with design issues and provide the solutions you need in order to move forward. The following is a list of proprietary precast retaining wall licensors that may be able to help on your next project: Big Block Inc. 913-927-2135 www.bigblockinc.com Cornerstone Wall Solutions Inc. 800-939-9193 www.cornerstonewallsolutions.com Lock + Load Retaining Wall Systems 877-901-9998 www.lock-load.com LondonBoulder 1-800-450-3122 www.londonboulder.net The Neel Co. 703-913-7858 www.neelco.com ReCon Wall Systems Inc. 952-922-0027 www.reconwalls.com Stone Strong Systems 877-501-5652 www.stonestrong.com Redi-Rock International 866-222-8400 www.redi-rock.com Precast Solutions | Winter 2009 www.precastsolutions.org http://www.bigblockinc.com http://www.neelco.com http://www.PrecastSolutions.org http://www.cornerstonewallsolutions.com http://www.reconwalls.com http://www.lock-load.com http://www.stonestrong.com http://www.londonboulder.net http://www.redi-rock.com http://www.precastsolutions.org
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