MIRAGRID PEC Reinforcement Composites
MIRAGRID PEC combines reinforcement yarns with a nonwoven geotextile to provide reinforcement and separation within one composite. We supply and install the selected grade for designed roads, platforms, embankments and ground-improvement works.
Engineered for Structural Ground Reinforcement
MIRAGRID® PEC is designed for applications where subgrade strength is insufficient to support loads without deformation or settlement. By increasing the shear resistance of soil and distributing loads more effectively, reinforcement geocomposites improve foundation stability, increase bearing capacity and allow faster construction on weak soils.
High-strength reinforcement systems enable:
Increased embankment stability
Reduced rutting and deformation
Faster construction schedules
Lower aggregate thickness requirements
Reduced earthworks footprint
Improved long-term structural performance
Focus Grades Available Across Africa
Geosynthetics South Africa supplies MIRAGRID® PEC in multiple grades, with the most commonly specified being:
MIRAGRID® PEC 95/95
High strength biaxial reinforcement for heavy load infrastructure and demanding ground conditions.
MIRAGRID® PEC 55/55
Balanced performance grade ideal for general subgrade stabilisation and road construction.
Structural & Economic Benefits
Reinforced soil systems using MIRAGRID® PEC deliver measurable engineering and commercial advantages:
Structural Benefits
Increased load bearing capacity
Reduced settlement
Higher stiffness performance
Improved long-term stability
Construction Benefits
Faster installation
Reduced excavation requirements
Simplified earthworks
Cost Benefits
Lower aggregate volumes
Reduced transport cost
Less imported fill material
Environmental Benefits
Reduced quarry material usage
Lower carbon footprint
Less site disturbance
MIRAGRID® PEC - Engineer Quick Selection Guide
Choose Grade Based On Load Demand
| Application | Recommended Grade |
|---|---|
| Working Platforms | PEC 55/55 |
| Road Bases | PEC 55/55 |
| Industrial Yards | PEC 95/95 |
| Heavy Haul Roads | PEC 95/95 |
| Soft Soil Foundations | PEC 95/95 |
Performance Indicators
Biaxial reinforcement strength up to 100 kN/m
Separation + reinforcement in one layer
Improves bearing capacity
Reduces rutting and settlement
Allows reduced aggregate thickness
Design Notes
Orientation typically not critical (biaxial grid)
Minimum cover required before trafficking
Overlaps per design specification
Subgrade must be smooth and compacted
MIRAGRID® PEC 95/95
Type: Biaxial Geogrid Composite
Polymer: High Modulus Polyester
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength MD | 100 kN/m |
| Tensile Strength CMD | 100 kN/m |
| Minimum Strength | 95 kN/m |
| Elongation MD | 11% |
| Elongation CMD | 10.5% |
| Strength @ 2% | 22 kN/m |
| Strength @ 3% | 33 kN/m |
| Strength @ 5% | 54 kN/m |
| Water Permeability | 55 mm/s |
| Roll Width | 5.3 m |
| Roll Length | 100 m |
MIRAGRID® PEC 55/55
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength MD | 58 kN/m |
| Tensile Strength CMD | 58 kN/m |
| Minimum Strength | 55 kN/m |
| Elongation | 11% |
| Strength @ 2% | 13 kN/m |
| Strength @ 3% | 19 kN/m |
| Strength @ 5% | 30 kN/m |
| Roll Width | 5.3 m |
| Roll Length | 100 m |
Applications and uses
We supply and install this product for:
- Aggregate stabilisation beneath roads, access routes and working platforms.
- Pavement and rail support layers where the chosen product is included in the engineered design.
Why choose MIRAGRID PEC Reinforcement Composites?
- Reinforcement and separation in one composite
- Product grades for designed loading
- Material supply and installation
Installation and technical guidance
Design and procurement inputs
Select the product for the actual function: aggregate stabilisation, soil reinforcement or combined separation and reinforcement. Confirm aggregate compatibility, subgrade conditions, loading and the approved layer build-up.
Provide the product grade or performance specification, drawings or BOQ, quantities, site location and required date. We will define supply, delivery and any agreed installation and QA/QC responsibilities in the quotation.
Request a product-specific quotation →Installation Principles for Performance
Correct installation ensures reinforcement performance aligns with design intent.
Key site requirements:
Subgrade must be level and compacted before placement
Reinforcement must lie flat without folds or slack
Rolls should be oriented according to design direction
Direct trafficking on exposed geogrid is not permitted
Fill must be placed carefully and evenly
Minimum cover thickness must be achieved before compaction
Geosynthetics South Africa supports contractors with layout guidance, quantities and installation advice to ensure correct field performance.
SELECTION · SPECIFICATION · PROJECT SUPPLY
Choose the right specification
Separate aggregate stabilisation from designed tensile soil reinforcement before choosing a grid or composite.
- For stabilisation, define subgrade, aggregate, traffic or working load and permitted deformation.
- For walls, slopes and basal reinforcement, obtain the required long-term design strength, geometry and interfaces.
- Confirm grade, orientation, joint or connection details and any separation or filtration layer.
Define the quality records
Record roll identity, reinforcement direction and location, joints, connections, fill placement and the specified compaction controls.
For a useful quotation: send the grade or performance specification, quantity, location, required date and scope. Availability, delivery and installation responsibilities are confirmed in the quotation.
Why Geosynthetics South Africa
One enquiry coordinates the specified product, technical submission, delivery and any agreed installation and QA/QC scope. We define quantities, programme, responsibilities and handover requirements against your project.
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MIRAGRID PEC geogrids
Reinforce soil and stabilise aggregate layers
As a trusted supplier of MIRAGRID® Geogrids (Manufactured by SOLMAX), Geosynthetics South Africa delivers proven soil reinforcement solutions for retaining walls, slopes, embankments and infrastructure projects across the African continent.
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Supply & installation
Product supply, site delivery, fabrication and specialist installation coordinated to the project specification and programme.
Documented QA/QC
Material traceability, installation inspections, applicable testing and handover records defined for the agreed scope.