The Tensar Blog
Tensar invests heavily in research and development for civil engineering projects across the globe. This endeavor leads to new findings, new products, and new resources that we often share via our blog.
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The Critical Role of Working Platforms and the Consequences of Poor Design
Date Published: 08-06-2026 Properly designed working platforms are essential for construction safety, equipment stability, and project efficiency, while poor platform design can lead to costly delays, equipment failures, and serious safety risks.Decoded: Site Work Terminology (Part 4 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)
Date Published: 08-04-2026 Key site work terminology related to geosynthetics and their role in civil engineering and construction projects. It defines common materials—including geogrids, geotextiles, and geocomposites and outlines how they are used to reinforce, stabilize, separate, filter, and drain soils to improve...Decoded: Engineering Properties Terminology (Part 3 of 5 in the Decoded Terminology Series)
Date Published: 07-28-2026 Key engineering properties and testing methods used to evaluate soil strength, stability, and performance in construction, including concepts such as shear strength, pore water pressure, compaction, consolidation, and settlement. It also explains common field and laboratory tests that help engineers...All Blog Posts
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Shallow Utilities and Soil Stabilization Challenges
Contractors and engineers often face the tricky task of stabilizing subgrade soils around shallow utilities like water lines, gas pipes, or electrical...
April 14 2025
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Avoid Site Delays Caused by Spring Thaw with Geogrid Technology
When the ground thaws in cold regions, site development contractors will face challenging soil conditions.This create delays, added costs. Learn how...
February 26 2025
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Soft Soil Problem: How to Pass Proof Roll Test the First Time, Every Time
A common site challenge during the rainy season is unstable soil conditions. These conditions become problematic when you are struggling to pass a...
February 07 2025
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Strategize for Seasonal Uncertainties with InterAx Geogrid
Stay ahead of unpredictable cold, wet weather with proven site solutions from Tensar. Learn how InterAx geogrid keeps equipment moving, reduces...
November 11 2024
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The Permeability of Soil Explained
Learn what influences the permeability of soil and solutions for construction sites where soils have low permeability.
July 09 2024
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Easing Liability Concerns in Solar Farm Development
Solar farm developers are easing liability concerns, reducing construction costs and reducing future maintenance costs with InterAx geogrid. Learn...
June 25 2024
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Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day
This year’s theme for International Women in Engineering Day is Enhanced by Engineering. Tensar is honoring this special day by profiling...
June 23 2024
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Methods to Properly Test Subgrade Strength & CBR
Accurately evaluating subgrade strength is critical for almost any job site. The strength may be acceptable in a few areas but assuming that same...
May 09 2024
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Developing More Reliable Designs with Tensar+ Software
Develop more accurate, cost-effective designs with Tensar+ software. Learn more and see examples of successful projects that also relied on this...
April 02 2024
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Comparing Scour Protection Methods
Prior to the construction of the Manahawkin Bay Bridge project in New Jersey, scour conditions were identified during regular inspections conducted by...
December 11 2023
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Tensar Announces Chris Buchanan as Vice President & General Manager for UK/Europe/Ireland
November 27 2023
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Improvements to Road Design by Examining Tire Contact Pressure Areas
Learn how the Lees Approach to Applied Mechanical Stabilization (LAAMS) characterizes the effects of tire contact pressure for roadway design.
October 25 2023
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