Tendons are used on steep slopes when additional support is needed, or where the use of stakes is prohibited (such as a rock base or a geomembrane liner). They are also used when more than one section of a geocell is needed to cover a slope from top to bottom.

The three important characteristics of tendons are strength, resistance to elongation and durability. The design load and spacing of the tendons is determined by the force to be supported. A large number of lighter tendons is preferable to a smaller number of heavier tendons. Batten strips or large washers at the bottom of the lowest section of the geocell are necessary to avoid stress concentrations.

Geo Products, L.L.C. provides this information only as an accommodation to our customers. No warranty or other representation regarding the suitability of the application procedure is made due to the fact that each installation has specific requirements that may not have been considered in this generalized procedure. Geo Products, L.L.C. makes no warranties or representations regarding the suitability of its geocell for specific uses or applications. Our liability is limited to furnishing, without charge, a replacement for any geocell section that is proven defective under normal use and service.