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ROCKFALL BARRIERS COMPANIES

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Geobrugg protects and safeguardspeople and infrastructure

Geobrugg Netting Solutions

Geobrugg AG develops and produces netting and mesh made from high-tensile steel

wire for technologically mature geohazard solutions, for ground support and open pit

mining and security applications which are installed worldwide. Geobrugg AG

employs 120 people in Romanshorn.

Geobrugg concentrates on the following two business areas:

Geobrugg Geohazard Solutions

Systems with steel wire netting and mesh protecting from natural hazards, such as

rockfall, unstable slopes, landslides, mudflow and snow avalanches.

High-tensile steel wire mesh for rockfall protection and rock stabilization in open pit

mines as well as ground support in underground mining.

Geobrugg Security Engineering

Special steel wire net and mesh as escape and intrusion protection for penitentiaries,

boat barriers for harbor as well as offshore oil and gas production facilities,

protection fences for motorsports race circuits, rocket propelled grenades protection

for armored vehicles and ships.

Special architecture mesh for sports stadiums and parking garages as building
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facades, stairwells and fall protection. Ball catch fence for sports stadiums.

Rollaway fence system for sports stadiums and major events.

Geobrugg Rope Architecture becomes Fatzer Structural Ropes

Steel ropes and accessories for architectural requirements, such as facades and

roofs made from glass, sports stadiums and bridge suspension systems were handed

over to our sister company Fatzer AG effective January 1st 2012. They are producing

open and full-locked steel ropes in the groups own rope-making factories. Their

diameter range extends from approximately 6 mm to approximately 130 mm.

Geobrugg AG is a company of theBRUGG Group.

Rockfall protection for impact energies from 100 kJ to8'000 kJ

Geobrugg rockfall protection mesh systems (catch fences and rockfall

drapery/rockfall netting) made from high-tensile steel wire consist of the following

product groups to match different rockfall problems:

Rockfall catch fences TXIwith BAFU approval for impact energies up to 100 kJ

without retaining ropes

Rockfall barriersRXI and AXI series with BAFU approval for impact

energies 250 kJ to 5'000 kJ

Rockfall protection barriers withETAG approval GBE series for impact

energies 100 kJ - 8'000 kJ

Rockfall drapes/rockfall nettingTECCO and SPIDER

Hybrid (attenuator) rockfall protection; a combination of rockfall protection

drapes and flexible rockfall barriers
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RXI/AXI rockfall protection barriers and rockfall meshes 250 5000 kJ

with BAFU approval

RXI rockfall protection barriers and rockfall meshes stop rocks which even

overwhelm concrete galleries

We supply our RXI rockfall protection barriers and catch fences approved according

to the guidelines of the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment (BAFU) for

absorption capacities of 250 kJ (low energy), 500 kJ, 1000 kJ, 1500 kJ and 2000 kJ

also for 3000 kJ and 5000 kJ (high energy). They are characterized by large residual

heights in the impact field, no deflection with maximum event and the ability to

maintain functional serviceability with combined stresses such asmultiple hits,tree

fallsandsnowslides.

ROCCOring net and RUNTOPrunning rope as central elements

In the case of an event the energy is first dissipated through the plastic deformation

of the ring bundle. This reduces the stress on the anchors. RUNTOP running ropes

allow the ring net which is fixed to shackles to slide in a matter of split seconds to

the place they are most needed (curtain effect).

AXI for 250 and 500 kJ: reinforced posts replace retaining ropes

We developed the AXI rock fall barriers for protective structures adjacent to

(service) roads: they have reinforced posts which do away with the need for

retaining ropes. The rigid AXI systems are also suitable for supporting walls, existing

concrete structures or compacted rockfaces to which they can be simply mounted

and anchored..

The components

Ground plateswith linked post fixing Spiral rope anchors orself-drilling anchorswith Geobrugg FLEX head
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Supporting and retaining ropes, guided bybrake rings

These rockfall protection barriers satisfy the conditions of the guidelines of

the Swiss Federal Office for the EnvironmentBAFU.

GBE rockfall protection barriers and catch fences for 100 - 8000 kJ with

ETAG approval

The new GBE rockfall protection barriers and catch fences are supplied for impact

energies of 100 kJ, 500 kJ, 1000 kJ, 2000 kJ, 3000 kJ, 5000 kJ and 8000 kJ and

have been successfully tested and approved under vertical fall conditions according

to the guideline ETAG 27.

Mounting: Amazingly quick and simple

The mutually adapted components are quick and simple to install. The high-tensile

TECCO or the SPIDER spiral rope net can be delivered to the site preassembled to

the posts, where they are drawn over the supporting rope like a drape.

GBE barriers satisfy the most stringent requirements of

ETAG 027 category A

Our GBE rockfall protection barriers and catch fences have a verified residual useful

height corresponding to the highest category A of ETAG 27: After the test at 100%

of the nominal energy, we verified a residual useful height of over 50% of the

original construction height. The European Technical Approval (ETA) was issued by a

recognized licensing authority. This allows the product to carry the CE mark which ina few years will become obligatory in all European countries.
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For further information visitwww.eota.eu> valid ETAs > criteria: ETA number

> 09/0085, 09/0262, 09/0369, 10/0084, 11/0034, 11/0305,

11/0459 and 12/0213.
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http://www.specialisedgeo.com.au/rockfall-protection/safety-barriers/

Welcome to Specialised Geo

Specialists in difficult access sitesSpecialised Geo provide expert geotechnical solutions for civil, construction,

mining and maintenance projects throughout Australia. We specialise in difficult,

hazardous and inaccessible sites, and use the latest technology, machinery and

methodology to provide exceptional solutions for commercial, industrial,

government and residential clients.

Benefit from our experience and our focus on quality and safety

Specialised Geos team of highly skilled and experienced technicians are dedicated

to delivering effective solutions, on time and on budget. We draw on our extensive

experience and skills in formulating and implementing the ideal solution in every

circumstance. Specialised Geo holds ISO 9001 certification in quality management

systems, ISO 14001 certification in environmental management systems and

AS/NZS 4801 certification for OH&S management systems.

Exceeding client expectations

At Specialised Geo, we take pride in exceeding client expectations and we were

proud to be a finalist in the Hunter Business Awards for 2011.

Our flexible, personal approach makes us easy to work with, and our high level of

technical capability enables us to complete contracts to a superior standard. Sites

are thoroughly assessed and clients fully informed of the job size, requirements

and risks. The team at Specialised Geo takes a no-fuss approach to its work andwill do whatever the job requires. Being adaptable and going that extra mile when

the job demands it, is just part of our service.

Our services

Specialised Geo provides a wide selection of geotechnical solutions including:

Rockfall protection

Slope and ground stabilisation

Rope access

Mining safety

Railway corridor protection.
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Ask us

The team at Specialised Geo listen carefully to client needs about project

requirements, and communicate honestly about parameters and risks. Our quotes

are accurate, negating any unexpected cost blow-outs.ContactSpecialised Geo

today to find out how we can meet project objectives through a wide range of

geotechnical solutions.

Rockfall Barriers

Specialised Geo installs rockfall barriers in environments to protect people and

infrastructure from falling rocks and other debris. Rockfall barriers are crash

tested to withstand extreme impact, adding safety, security and peace of mind to

any construction project. Specialised Geo has a highly experienced team of on-the-

ground technicians who supply and install rockfall barriers in a wide range of

project environments.

When are rockfall barriers needed?

Rockfall barriers are an effective means of protecting people and property.

Specialised Geos experienced team are highly skilled in the efficient and safe

construction of rockfall barriers, even in the most difficult site.

Rockfall barriers may be suitable for:

Road embankments Rail embankments

Transport corridors

Mining sites

Construction sites

Coastal environments.

Ask us about rockfall barriers

Specialised Geos team have a high degree of capability in installing rockfall

barriers in a range of difficult-to-access environments.Contact us today to learn

more about the advantages of Specialised Geos rockfall barriers.
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Rockfall Barriers

Geovert leads from experience in this field, offering our clients the comfort of seamless,

practical design-build solutions. Our experience is comprehensive in every facet from design

and project management, through to specialised construction equipment and techniques

required for installations.

We have installed a variety of certified protection systems ranging from 100kJ to 5000kJ

across on a variety of sites protecting dam infrastructure, transport corridors, residential and

commercial buildings, and in open pit mines. Many of the sites have required a combination

of technical access including helicopters, cranes, EWPs and roped access for construction and

installation.Dynamic rockfall barriers have been tested and certified for up to 5000kJ of impact energy.

This is the equivalent to a 16,000kg projectile moving at 90km/hr and stopped 90-0km/hr

less than 1 second and with a 9m deflection.
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http://www.rotecinternational-usa.com/rockfallprotection.htm

A proven way to protect against rockfall and debris flowToday's increasing expansion into previously uninhabited wilderness areas hascaused rockfall and debris flows to jeopardize life and property. Rotec offersengineered systems designed to dissipate and stop the kinetic energies of randomrockfall. These systems are durable, easy to install and environmentally friendly.Due to their improved impact and fatigue characteristics, each is able to withstandthe abuse of field conditions.Woven Net System - Our durable, non-deforming, corrosion resistant woven netscombine high performance, flexible wire ropes with our "Double Grip" net bindingclips. The most popular in today's market, these "hand crafted" net systems comein many different sizes and can be fabricated using galvanized, stainless and/or

colored coated wire rope.

Ring Net System - Fabricated from high strength, zinc coated, spring steelstrands and/or made from elastic wire ropes. This system assures a high degreeof durability with minimal or no wire breakage or deformation of individual ringsduring rock impact.

Rockfall Monitoring Alarm System- Our rockfall retaining fences, can besupplied with a monitoring alarm system. This optional device, instantly informsusers when the system is being impacted by more than heavy rockfall. It isrecommended for use in conjunction with fences that are installed in heavilytraveled roads and other critical locations.
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Rockfall protection screen

AVAROC rockfall protection screens stop rocks ranging in size from a few dm3 toseveral m3 (100 to 5000 kJ).

Nets for low energy levels: from 100 kJ to 500 kJ Dynamic barriers for high energy levels: from 750 kJ to 5000 kJ

These deformable screens are designed to intercept rocks and may be fitted withbraking systems. To check their performance levels and increase their efficiency,they are continually tested in the presence of independent organisations.A draft European standard is currently being validated with a view to defining andregulating the use ofrockfall protection screens.

They are particularly fast to install and offer protection at a reasonable cost. Whiletheir particular geometry may vary, they all consist of:

nets to intercept the rocks and absorb part of their impact energy. These mayconsist of:

-ANONET type ring nets,-ELITE type cable nets,-HPN netting,-Double-twist netting

posts to hold the nets. These may be made of galvanised or painted steel orwood treated against attack by lichens and mosses,

braking parts to dissipate residual impact energy, teel cable stays to hold the structure on the ground via anchors (bars or

cables).Location: After an inventory of the unstable rocks, the energy absorption capacity

(class), height and location of the rockfall protection screens are defined using a

trajectography software. This is carried out by an independent design officeapproved by AVAROC.
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