Rock Faces

Rock face stabilisation and rockfall protection systems keep people and infrastructure safe.

If not correctly managed, rockfaces can cause emergencies in moments. Preparing with proactive rock removal or containment can save lives.

The removal of loose rock and large blocks from cliff faces can be used as a short-term solution for cliff face stability problems.

Regular rock scaling can be used as a cost-effective means of managing the risk of rockfall from your slope.

CAN’s Geotechnical contracting team can be with you at short notice to inspect and remove debris that is an immediate threat to people or property.

We use a variety of methods to carry out re-profiling and rock removal.

Jacking
Percussive breakers
Plug and feather
Expansive grouts
Pyrotechnics and explosives.

The methods used are chosen to suit the specific project considering location, rock structure and site constraints. With this in mind, it enables us to find the method that will best resolve your immediate problem whilst taking into account the risk of longer term instability.

If there are large blocks threatening property, people or infrastructure, we may install a temporary restraint system. This will allow us to break up the rock where it is and lower the smaller debris in a controlled manner.

Important to realise, due to the unpredictable nature of a fallen rock mass, it’s crucial that those working on the project have an understanding of the potential to create further, unnecessary, instability.

Our Geotechnical contractors are highly accomplished and professional. They work under the supervision of those who hold many years of experience in this field. They ensure, without reservation, that the operation is completed safely. In summary, this provides the maximum benefit to the client for the future.

Inspection, Design & Build

Catch Fences

Rockfall Bolting & Netting

Anchors

Rock Removal

Void Filling & Grouting

Devegetation