Geocells, also known as cellular confinement systems, are widely used in the construction sector, owing to their property of imparting cohesion and stability to surfaces. Geocells are fabricated from high density polyethylene (HDPE), polyester, and polypropylene. Currently, the demand for HDPE is the highest and it has a share of 64% in the global geocells market. Commonly used infills in geocells include non-cohesive soils, sandy, and gravelly material — depending on the type of project undertaken.
Development of Geocells
The development of geocells is credited to the US Corps of Engineers, who used it to test whether bridge approach roads could be developed over soft grounds. Geocells were first used for civilian purposes in the early 1980s, with chief applications being load support systems, slope erosion control, and channel lining.
The wide range of applications of geocells has made it a highly-sought after material in the construction industry. The global geocells market is anticipated to expand at an 8.8% CAGR to reach a valuation of US$ 2.9 billion by 2025. This sustained growth will be on account of macro-economic factors, such as growth in construction activities globally and increase in urbanisation trend. Also, emphasis on soil erosion control and regulations on developing sustainable infrastructure are anticipated to boost the demand for geocells globally.
Application Analysis of Geocells Market
Soil Erosion Control
Geocells offer an effective way of controlling and preventing soil erosion. Geocells filled with concrete infill is used to construct waterways, which effectively route the rain water and prevent the erosion of soil.
Load Support
Geocells, when filled with a cohesive less material, dissipate imposed loads over a wide area, thereby preventing walls and roads from collapsing under pressure. According to Future Market Insights’ market research report on the global geocells market, load support segment will witness a healthy single-digit CAGR through 2025.
Earth Reinforcement, Channel Protection, & Slope Protection
Geocells are widely used in earth reinforcement, channel protection, and slope protection. According to the research conducted by FMI, these three application segments collectively had a market share of around 86% in 2014 and it is anticipated that these will witness a CAGR of over 8% through 2025.
Use of Geocells in Road Development & Maintenance
Geocells are widely used in the construction and maintenance of roads. Geocells are especially helpful in situations where roads have been poorly designed and constructed. Geocells not only improve the load bearing capacity of roads, but also improve their strength. Using geocells with sand/metal decreases the chances of pothole development and cracks. It is anticipated that geocells will witness high demand from the road construction sector.
Regional Outlook on Geocells Market: Asia Pacific Most Lucrative Market
The demand for geocells is robust in Asia Pacific, owing to the ongoing infrastructural activities in the region. The pace of construction is higher in developing countries vis-à-vis developed nations and it is anticipated that the geocells market will witness a CAGR of 10.2% in developing countries.
China and India are the most lucrative markets for geocells manufacturers, and the demand for geocells in these two countries will provide an impetus to the prospects of geocells market in the entire Asia Pacific region. On the other hand, geocells market will witness a CAGR of 7.4% through 2025 in the developed countries.
Key Players in Geocells Market
Key players in the global geocells market include Presto Geosystems, Polyfabrics Australia Pty Ltd., SABK International, ACE Geosynthetics, Armtec Infrastructure Inc., Strata Systems Inc., ABG Geosynthetics, Polymer Group Inc., Huifeng Geosynthetics, PRS Mediterranean Ltd., Wrekin Products, Ltd., Maccaferri S.p.A, MiakomGroup of Companies, Wall Tag Pte Ltd., Tensar International Ltd., TMP Geosynthetics, Tencate Geosynthetics, Admir Technologies, Bonar, CeTeau Group.
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