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Service Spotlight: Mechanically Stabilized Earth
At Ground Specialists, Inc., Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) systems provide a reliable and adaptable solution for strengthening slopes and embankments across a wide range of project conditions. By combining reinforced soil with appropriate facing systems, MSE structures help improve slope stability while allowing flexibility in both design and appearance.
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Meet the Team: Nurse Erwin E. Suan
On every project site, safety depends not only on engineering solutions, but also on the people who look after the health and well-being of the workforce. As Ground Specialists Inc.’s Project Nurse, Erwin E. Suan helps keep teams safe, supported, and ready for field operations.
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Service Spotlight: Earthworks for Slope Protection
Effective slope protection begins long before reinforcement systems are installed. Proper earthworks prepare the slope surface for stabilization by removing unstable material, adjusting slope angles where necessary, and creating the conditions needed for protection systems to perform reliably. At Ground Specialists, Inc., we execute earthworks as a critical first step in preparing slopes for protection…
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Service Spotlight: Lattice Beams for Slope Protection
Slopes exposed to rainfall and surface runoff are highly vulnerable to erosion over time. Lattice beam systems provide structured reinforcement while allowing vegetation to grow naturally, making them an effective solution where both stability and environmental integration are priorities. At Ground Specialists, Inc. (GSI), we install reinforced concrete lattice beam systems designed to strengthen slopes…
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Project Profile: Expressway Slope Repair Using Gabion Wall Support
Slope erosion along a roadway section required stabilization to prevent further damage and reduce risks to motorists. Ground Specialists, Inc. implemented slope protection measures to restore stability in the affected area. To reinforce the eroded slope, GSI installed gabion wall support using head-sized boulders placed inside zinc-coated steel gabion cages. This provided durable protection against…
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Service Spotlight: Coconet Installation
At Ground Specialists, Inc. (GSI), slope protection solutions are not limited to concrete and steel. We also apply natural erosion control systems such as coconet installation to help stabilize exposed slopes while supporting long-term vegetation growth and environmental recovery.
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Celebrating 35 Years of GSI, Part 2
Ground Specialists, Inc.’s 35th Anniversary celebration brought together teams from across the organization for two days of shared moments, friendly competition, and well-earned relaxation at Stilts Calatagan Beach Resort.
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Celebrating 35 Years of GSI
Ground Specialists, Inc. recently marked its 35th Anniversary with a two-day celebration at Stilts Calatagan Beach Resort. It was a well-deserved opportunity for the team to come together, reflect on how far the company has come, and look ahead to the future.
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Service Spotlight: Berm Ditches
Surface water is one of the most common causes of slope erosion and instability. That’s why properly designed drainage features like berm ditches play a critical role in protecting slopes and extending the service life of infrastructure. At Ground Specialists, Inc. (GSI), we integrate berm ditches into slope protection systems to help manage runoff safely…
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Service Spotlight: Gabion Installation
Gabion systems are a proven solution for slope protection and erosion control, combining structural stability with natural drainage. At Ground Specialists, Inc., gabions are a key part of our approach to building durable, low-maintenance ground support systems.
