Hi-Tech Rockfall Construction

GeoStabilization International (GSI) is a leading firm specializing in geohazard mitigation, operating throughout the United States and Canada. Driven by a passion for safeguarding people and infrastructure, GSI has established itself as a premier provider of innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of challenges associated with slope stability and foundation issues.

Our expertise encompasses emergency landslide repairs, rockfall mitigation, and foundation stabilization, employing cutting-edge design/build and design/build/warranty contracting methodologies. At GSI, we recognize that each geohazard presents unique demands and site constraints. This understanding fuels our commitment to delivering customized solutions that are both effective and cost-efficient.

Exceptional Expertise:

GSI assembles some of the most talented and dedicated professionals in the geohazard mitigation industry. Our team comprises highly skilled geologists, geotechnical engineers, equipment operators, and rockfall remediation technicians. This diverse skillset allows us to approach every project with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved and tailor solutions that optimize safety, performance, and longevity.

Beyond our core expertise, GSI continuously strives to expand its service offerings. We invest heavily in research and development, actively explore emerging technologies, and engage in ongoing training to ensure our team remains at the forefront of the industry. This dedication to continuous improvement allows us to address an ever-widening spectrum of geohazard challenges and deliver the most advanced and effective solutions available.

A Proven Track Record:

GSI's innovative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence have earned us an impeccable reputation within the industry. We have successfully completed numerous projects across various sectors, including transportation, rail, commercial, power, mining, and pipeline.

Our past accomplishments serve as a testament to our ability to deliver on our promise of superior solutions and unwavering client satisfaction.

Tailored Solutions:

GSI understands that each geohazard presents unique challenges. Therefore, we take a meticulous approach to assess every project, carefully analyzing site conditions, geotechnical data, and client requirements. This allows us to develop customized solutions that are both effective and efficient, ensuring the long-term stability and safety of your infrastructure.

Whether it's a critical slope stabilization project for a road or railway, a complex rockfall mitigation measure for a power plant, or foundation reinforcement for a commercial building, GSI has the experience, the expertise, and the commitment to deliver exceptional results.

Services Offered:

GeoStabilization International offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to address a wide spectrum of geohazard challenges. Our expertise encompasses:

• Earth Retention and Shoring:

We specialize in designing and constructing temporary and permanent earth retention systems to support excavations, slopes, and infrastructure projects. Our solutions include:

• Temporary Shoring: Provides immediate support for excavations and construction activities, ensuring safety and stability during various phases of a project.
• Permanent Shoring: Designed to offer long-term support for structures and slopes, preventing settlement and erosion over time.
• Vertical Shoring: Offers a robust solution for deep excavations, ensuring maximum stability and support for surrounding structures.

• Retaining Wall Repair:

We address the repair and rehabilitation of existing retaining walls, extending their lifespan and ensuring their continued effectiveness. Our expertise covers various retaining wall types, including:

• MSE (Mechanically Stabilized Earth) Walls: We specialize in repairing and strengthening MSE walls using advanced geotechnical materials and techniques.
• Gabion Walls: Employing our expertise in gabion construction and repair, we restore the stability and integrity of these gravity-retaining structures.
• Pile Walls: We ensure the long-term performance of pile walls through comprehensive inspection, repair, and strengthening measures.
• Historic Rock Walls: Utilizing traditional techniques and a deep understanding of historic masonry, we carefully restore and reinforce these irreplaceable structures.

• Rockfall Mitigation:

We specialize in the design and implementation of rockfall mitigation systems, minimizing risk and protecting infrastructure and human life. Our methods include:

• Rockfall Control: Implementing techniques to prevent loose rock from becoming dislodged from cliffs and slopes.
• Rockfall Containment: Constructing barriers and netting systems to intercept and absorb falling rock.

• Rockfall Barriers: Designing and installing robust barriers that effectively deflect falling rock, protecting critical infrastructure and people.
• Rockfall Scaling: Removing loose or unstable rock from slopes through carefully planned and executed procedures.

GeoStabilization International leverages its extensive knowledge and proven expertise to offer a comprehensive range of geohazard mitigation solutions, tailored to meet the specific needs of every project.

Ground Improvement:

We offer innovative ground improvement techniques to enhance the stability, bearing capacity, and overall performance of soil foundations and slopes. Our methods include:

• Sinkhole Repair: Utilizing specialized grouting techniques to reinforce and stabilize sinking ground, effectively preventing further damage and deterioration.
• Grouting: Implementing various grouting methods to improve soil density, reduce permeability, and enhance soil strength. These include:
• Chemical Grouting: Injecting chemical agents into the ground to harden and stabilize soil.
• Compaction Grouting: Injecting grout to displace air and consolidate soil particles.
• Permeation Grouting: Injecting grout to reduce water seepage and increase soil stability in porous or fractured grounds.
• Slurry Grouting: Injecting a thixotropic slurry to fill voids and stabilize soil.

• Micropiles: Utilizing small-diameter piles driven into the ground to reinforce foundations and transfer loads to stronger underlying materials.