Nonwoven Needlepunched Geotextile – Inframat South Africa

Product Description

Inframat’s Nonwoven Needlepunched Geotextile is a versatile, high-performance geosynthetic manufactured from continuous virgin polypropylene or polyester fibres, mechanically entangled through needle-punching to form a robust, permeable fabric.

It is designed for use in separation, filtration, drainage, protection, and erosion control applications across civil engineering, mining, roadworks, and environmental projects.

As one of South Africa’s leading geosynthetics suppliers, Inframat ensures reliable stock availability, technical support, and delivery across the country and into Africa.

Key Applications

• Separation – Prevents intermixing of different soil layers in road and railway construction.

• Filtration – Allows water to pass through while retaining fine soil particles.

• Drainage – Provides pathways for water movement in subsoil and drainage systems.

• Protection – Protects geomembrane liners in dams, canals, and landfills from puncture and stress.

• Erosion Control – Stabilises embankments, riverbanks, and coastal structures.

Product Features

• Needlepunched Nonwoven Structure – High porosity and excellent filtration performance.

• Virgin Fibre Construction – Superior durability and resistance to biological and chemical degradation.

• UV Stabilised – Withstands long-term exposure in harsh South African climates.

• Wide Range of Grades – Available from light (150 gsm) to heavy-duty (1500 gsm).

• Easy to Handle & Install – Supplied in rolls for quick deployment on-site.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Virgin Polypropylene or Polyester fibres

• Mass Range: 150 gsm – 1500 gsm

• Roll Widths: Typically 2.0 m – 6.0 m (custom widths available)

• Roll Lengths: Standard 50 m – 150 m (depending on grade)

• Colour: White / Grey (UV stabilised)

• Performance Properties: High tensile strength, puncture resistance, and hydraulic flow capacity

Benefits

• Extends service life of civil works by ensuring soil and aggregate separation.

• Enhances drainage efficiency in subsoil and road base applications.

• Reduces risk of liner damage in reservoirs, canals, and landfills.

• Provides long-term stability in erosion-prone areas.

• Supplied locally across South Africa with quick turnaround times.

Additional Information

• Brand: Inframat South Africa

• Category: Geotextiles & Geosynthetics

• Supplier Positioning: Inframat is a leading supplier of geotextiles across South Africa and Africa, serving the mining, civil, and environmental sectors.