The use of flexible geomembrane liners has now reached the point of almost universal application where many projects have geomembrane linings as specified elements in the design. The liner is sometimes used as the material of preference over those which a decade or so ago were regarded as conventional construction products both in terms of type and application, but more frequently are now used as essential elements as required by regulatory bodies. Geomembrane linings provide both technical and cost advantages over what may be regarded as traditional structures in many ways , but really come into their own where construction methods over heaving or dispersive clays , collapsing sands and active soils are required and in which situations conventional structures make crack or joints may open and leak.

The cost benefits as calculated against the use of natural materials are also as legion as the materials themselves. The calculation is based on the volume / thickness of Natural substrate or cover which can be reduced in thickness or even eliminated by the use of geomembrane liners ( rarely more than a few mm thick ) which are just as , if not more effective than several cm or m of natural soil when they are selected , designed and constructed correctly. Their uses are even more beneficial when the aspect of void or airspace saving is taken into consideration.

The advantages of using geomembrane liners and of geosynthetic-lined systems are that they are produced according to strict MQC procedures and installed to strict CQA methods and therefore the properties of the finished linings as well as the final installed liner system can be completely verified.

In Reservoirs, geomembrane liners are used in the containment of a wide variety of liquid, viscous and solid materials either as holding ponds and /or for the protection of the local environment. A carefully specified material will possess the necessary durability and chemical resistance qualities for the long-term use in fully exposed environments.

The use of High quality liners can ensure the safe, long –term storage of potable and raw water as well as for hazardous and toxic effluents.

Enviro Seal can advise and recommend on the most cost-effective, safe and appropriate lining solutions to meet clients specific requirements. Contact Enviro Seal now for a fully professional service relating to advice on product selection, capability profiling and quotations for the supply and /or installation of lining solutions for specific projects.