Case Study: 008
Landfill Capping

The Task
To supply and install a synthetic capping geomembrane including a temporary ballast of waste tyres for protect against wind uplift. Also the supply and installation of a base liner for a surface water collection lagoon.

The Solution
F.L.I. Environmental proposed the use of a 1.0mm thickness Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) geomembrane for its durability, chemical resistance and flexibility to accommodate future subgrade movements that occur as a result of the landfill settlement.

The cap geomembrane was fully welded and tested to allow for under liner gas collection and over liner surface water control. A 2.0mm thickness HDPE liner was selected for the surface water collection lagoon to provide general long-term durability.

General
A synthetic lining material is generally deployed onto a smooth and firm prepared subgrade free from sudden change of grade or any sharp material that could cause damage. A spreader beam is used to lift and deploy the rolls of liner and this beam is usually slung from a suitable excavator or loader. Individual panels of material are either installed with the necessary overlap or, as is the case with most plastic geomembranes, welded together.



Bench Installation


Geomembrane Capping

Customer
Argyll & Bute Council

Main Contractor
I & H Brown

Consultants
Halcrow