Unstable embankments and cuttings represent a major problem for railway and highway authorities. In a majority of cases instability can be directly related to poorly draining materials within the earthwork structure. In the UK rail industry, for example, the consequences of this instability are the imposition of significant speed restrictions throughout the network.

It is accepted that climate change will greatly exacerbate these problems, therefore cost effective solutions are being sought.

EKG offers an innovative approach to this endemic problem by effecting rapid drainage and consolidation without the need for significant disruption to operations.

Installation of EKG to effect volume control of railway embankments.

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