Soil Stabilization for Airports
Earthlok Soil Stabilizer is a liquid ionic soil stabilization product that reduces the swell potential of expansive clay soil. Additional benefits of soil stabilization include increased density, strength and reduction in hydraulic conductivity and soil suction. Swelling clay soils are a very common problem that causes distress and cracking in airport runways, airport parking lots, floor slabs, walls and sidewalks.
Earthlok begins an “ionic reaction” on expansive clay soil. During this reaction, water molecules bound to the soil are freed and replaced with a much smaller ion. This closes any microscopic cracks in the soil while satisfying the electrostatic charge, so the clay no longer has an affinity to hold water. This creates stronger soil with an increased load-bearing capacity.
It is our goal to help airports prevent cracks and shifts from ever occurring on runways or taxiways. Our soil stabilization solution is guaranteed to create a stronger structure overall.
Importance & Benefits of Soil Stabilization at Airports
Airports are essential buildings that require a strong load-bearing capacity to safely allow airplanes to depart and land at any given moment.
When an airport works with Earthlok for soil stabilization, our ionic process helps prevent cracks on runways, decrease foundation shifting, increase density and strength, improve reduction in hydraulic conductivity, and improve soil solution.
Airport Runway Length and Width
You may think that all airport runways are built large enough for any plane to safely touch down. However, each individual aircraft has specific requirements for its runway length and width dimensions.
Unfortunately, the classic 150-foot wide runway isn’t a guarantee at every airport for all large group charter flights This means that your airport may have to expand the width and length of your runways to ensure flights of all sizes can successfully take off and land at your airport.
That’s where we come into play to help.
With a modern airport, the amount of concrete laid out for construction is immense. The average size of a runway is anywhere from 6,000 feet to 8,000 feet, depending on the size of the aircraft. Construction of this size requires an immense amount of room. Clay soil is often the only thing underneath this type of construction. Over time, clay soil in Texas will shift and cause cracks to form in the concrete foundation.
Earthlok helps you successfully accomplish sturdy runways of any size, no matter how far you have to expand through clay soil in the construction process.
How to Choose Soil Stabilization Company for Airports
The choice of soil stabilizer for your airport will depend on its unique needs. If you’re uncertain which soil stabilizer is best for your airport,consulting a professional like Earthlok is advisable. Our experienced team can evaluate your facility’s specific needs and suggest if Earthlok is appropriate for your airport.
Airport Soil Stabilization 10 Year Warranty Guarantee
Earthlok Soil Stabilizer provides a 10-year limited warranty that guarantees its effectiveness in preventing excessive soil expansion in treated areas of your airport. This warranty becomes active after the completion of all required geotechnical testing and documentation, with confirmation from a geotechnical engineer.
It covers only the treated areas per project specifications and Earthlok’s guidelines. If the soil expansion exceeds acceptable levels after post-application inspection and testing, Earthlok will reapply the product at no additional cost, provided all conditions are met and procedures followed. Warranty claims must be submitted in writing within 30 days of noticing a potential issue. For more details about our warranty, contact Earthlok at 972-923-9698.
