GCL (Geosynthetic Clay Liner)

GCL it is an impermeable, reliable barrier, as well as fast and efficient.

We manufacture GCL (Geosynthetic Clay Liner) with an annual production capacity of 10,000,000 m², offering different configurations tailored to each project: woven or nonwoven top and bottom layers, variable weights, and dimensions adapted to each application.

Our GCLs combine high-performance impermeability, ease of installation, and chemical resistance, making them a competitive solution compared to traditional sealing systems such as compacted clay or geomembranes.

Key Advantages

1. High-performance waterproofing

Thanks to its natural sodium bentonite core, GCL provides extremely low permeability levels.
When activated upon contact with water, it forms a continuous and flexible seal.
Ideal as a primary or secondary hydraulic barrier.

2. Simple and fast installation

Supplied in ready-to-install rolls with predefined overlaps.
Does not require heavy machinery or highly specialized labor.
Significantly reduces construction time and overall logistics.

3. Self-healing capability

The bentonite expands and self-seals in the event of minor punctures, providing an added layer of safety against localized damage.

4. Chemical resistance and long-term stability

Maintains its properties when exposed to aggressive leachates, saline solutions, and extreme pH conditions.
Ensures long-term stability even in buried environments or in the presence of contaminants.

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Strategic Applications

These are some of the possible applications:

Mining

• Leach pads

• Tailings dams

• Process ponds

• Secondary containment

ENVIRONMENTAL infrastructurE

Landfills (base liner and final cover)

• Waste treatment facilities

• Barriers beneath critical infrastructure

hidraulIc WORKS

• Dams and reservoirs

• Irrigation canals

aGRICULTURE & MORE

contact us

La Plata,
Buenos Aires,
Argentina Industrial Park.

+54 9 11 6392-9801

info@mafissa.com.ar