Technical Blogs

Discover how Polyfabrics’ strategic network of regional warehouses across Australia ensures timely deliveries and efficient product distribution. Tailored to meet local requirements, these hubs exemplify our commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence

Discover Polyfabrics’ Road Tape – the ultimate solution for durable, eco-friendly road maintenance. Ideal for crack sealing and waterproofing, it’s key to safer, more resilient roads.

When selecting a drainage system, concrete and modular tanks are primary choices. While concrete tanks offer durability, modular tanks, like Polyfabrics’ mastaTANK STM, boast eco-friendliness, a high void space ratio, and cost-effectiveness, making them an increasingly popular option for varied construction needs.

Geosynthetics offer durable, cost-effective solutions in construction. Not all suppliers are equal. Polyfabrics excels with quality products, expert support, and industry commitment. Ensure your project’s success with the right choice.

Unleash the power of geogrids! Our research proves their efficiency in reinforcing weak subgrades and enhancing flexible pavements. Save costs, distribute loads evenly, and experience the ultimate soil reinforcement solution. Explore more about this game-changing technique here.

Discover how our innovative Bio-liner® HDPE composite liner played a pivotal role in transforming Johnstons Creek, ensuring the success of Sydney Water’s award-winning naturalisation project.

Asphalt is a popular material used in constructing roads, driveways and parking lots. However, over time, the asphalt can crack and become damaged, leading to costly repairs and maintenance. See how geogrids can be used to reinforce the soil and improve the stability of construction projects in this blog.

Geosynthetic clay liner (GCL) and Geomembranes are two popular materials used in the containment of hazardous waste and liquids. Both materials have their own unique features, benefits and drawbacks that make them suitable for different applications. Geosynthetic clay liners are a composite material consisting of a layer of sodium bentonite clay sandwiched between two layers […]

An informative guide to effective subgrade/sub-case/soil reinforcement and how you can maximise flexible pavement performance.

A new blog from Polyfabrics on how cellular confinement systems like EROWeb® are revolutionising soil reinforcement. See how it improves soil stability as well as helping to improve soil quality.

In many coastal environments, geosynthetics can provide robust and reliable long-term protection against issues such as scour, corrosion, mechanical erosion, dune erosion, as well as providing stability and protection during emergency works following storms and tropical cyclones.

Polyfabrics can provide design assistance throughout the 3 phases critical to the implementation of a successful onsite detention system.

Lining systems act as barriers within the geosynthetic families. The lining system will contain any liquid that is placed there, and hold it in place until it is either removed or evaporated.

Why Use Partial Factors of Safety?

Typical factors and design parameters for a project are usually based on a combination of field tests, experimentation, scientific publications and engineering experience.

A great blog on how to choose the right Turn Reinforcement Mat for your project.

Polyfabrics supplies the popular 200mm long TL-P1 anchor pin, designed to hold all types of erosion control and soil stabilisation blanket matting securely in place.

The Polyfabrics team works with road authorities, local Councils and construction contractors throughout Australia to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions for all types of flood rehabilitation projects.

Both woven and non-woven geotextiles are used for a wide range of civil, construction, landscaping, erosion control and drainage applications, however, selecting the right product for the application is key to getting an excellent long-term result.

An informative blog on our mastaVAULT Mega Tree product, the benefits of soil vault systems and it’s specifications.

A great blog explaining what turf reinforcement mats (TRMs) are, how they work and what types of TRMs PFA has to offer.

The difference and purpose of Flocculants and Coagulants.

Let’s take a look at the differences between mastaTEX concrete and shotcrete, and which is the best solution for civil construction, landscaping and drainage applications.

An informative blog post on the types of silt fencing and the differences and uses for each.

An informative blog post on choosing the right Geogrid

There is a range of different geogrids available on the market, each suitable for different applications.

A great blog on what mastaTEX Concrete is, when to use it and how.

A informative blog post on understanding strength at strain in geosynthetics and how it could affect your project.

This blog post explains when and how to stabilise an embankment using biodegradable geosynthetics

How to install TerraDrainⓇ for wall drainage applications

To make it easy for our customers to find the right geosynthetics, the Polyfabrics team has broken these specifications down with a cross-reference of which products are suitable for different applications.

In this article, we take a look at the two most common approaches to rehabilitating an embankment and how to determine which is right for your project.

Proper installation of geogrids is crucial for pavement reinforcement. Follow our guide for optimal results with E’GRIDⓇ and E’GRIDⓇ GT products. Consult experts for site-specific instructions.

Jute and coir are natural, biodegradable erosion control products. Jute is breathable, ideal for plant growth and weed suppression. Coir is strong, perfect for coastal and waterway applications. Polyfabrics has large stock and fast delivery Australia-wide.

Correctly installing your coir logs will ensure long term protection against erosion. This simple 4-step process is the recommended method of placing coir logs on slopes before planting out with vegetation.

Flooding is an unavoidable natural occurrence. Although good design can go some way to improving the strength and durability of roads and embankments, there is often a significant amount of damage after flood events that can be rectified and managed with the use of geosynthetics.

Choosing geotextiles that comply with this specification is an important part of delivering a successful project for your clients, so we’ve put together this guide to help you identify which Polyfabrics products comply with R63.