2016-12-16
Big retaining wall blocks are selected for use on projects because of their massive size, structural performance, and quality aesthetics. The use of big wall blocks allows retaining walls to be built up to 20 plus feet without using geogrid… Read More
2016-12-15
Some unit paving projects that are anticipating high pedestrian or vehicular traffic will use a bituminous setting bed application for structural support. The design starts out with a poured concrete sub-slab that is reinforced with rebar. Sometimes a heating system… Read More
2016-12-14
Segmental reinforced retaining walls were introduced to the construction industry in the 1980’s. Small blocks typically cover about 1 SF at the face and weigh about 90 – 110 lbs. This allows all the blocks to be laid by hand…. Read More
2016-12-13
There is a growing demand in the urban living market for high-rise developments to incorprate outdoor living spaces within their properties. The installation of paver pedestal systems is a functional economical solution that allows just that! The pedestal system typically… Read More
2016-12-12
When concrete blocks don’t meet the aesthetic standards of the project, turning to natural stone can be a viable solution. Stones can come in all different shapes and sizes. Bigger stones can assist with constructing a gravity wall and eliminate… Read More
2016-12-09
The Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute demonstrates permeable interlocking concrete pavers (PICP) as a durable cost-effective solution for compliance to national, state/provincial and municipal storm water regulations. PICP can reduce runoff and pollutants from walkways, patios, driveways, parking lots, alleys,… Read More
Segmental pavers set in a sand setting bed is an application dating back to the days of ancient Eqypt when workers needed to transport large stones to the temples of Giza nearly 5,000 years ago. Today’s installation methods have been… Read More
Gabion baskets come in all different shapes and sizes. The benefit of constructing a gabion basket retaining wall is that baskets can be added to make the base of a wall thicker, therefore constructing larger gravity walls than typical segmental… Read More
Natural stone unit paving is a specialty application typically driven on aesthetics alone. Structures has installed all types of granite stone paving and flagstone slabs across the country. We have installed granite pavers and cobbles ranging from finely cut granite… Read More
MSE Panel Retaining Walls are typically used to support large vehicular loading in applications consisting of new highways and bridges. The panels are wet-cast concrete designed to meet strict Department of Transportation (DOT) testing regulations. Each panel is designed with… Read More