Stabilising land with the use of lime, cement or other binders is an extremely cost effective method of converting areas of weak soil into a useable and environmentally sound construction material.

This means that virtually any soils found on site can be improved for bulk fill applications and to build roads, pavements, embankments, reinforced earth structures, railways, housings and industrial units.

By stabilising available on site material, construction can be carried out cost effectively, quickly and with less environmental impact than 'dig and dump. Even using recycled aggregates requires disposal of the unsuitable on site material.

Many years experience has confirmed soil improvement and stabilisation as the only viable option for treating weak soils. Stabilisation has been endorsed by the Highways Agency since 1976 and is described in a number of Highways Agency documents.

The range of successful soil stabilisation projects covers abroad spectrum from high profile sites such as the Olympics, Channel Tunnel Rail Link, Motorways and Airports to smaller sites like sports pitches, small housing projects and single track roads.

Rising landfill and aggregate costs together with environmental considerations have made this option a must for all contractors.

Britpave Soil Stabilisation Task Group

"Working to promote excellence in soil stabilisation through research, information and best practice initiatives".

British Standard BS6031 Earthworks says, "Britpave provide extensive guidance on procedures and considerations that can be undertaken if the option for stabilization is considered".

Highways Agency document HA74/07 refers extensively to work undertaken by the Britpave Soil Stabilisation Task Group.