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KeySteel® | Retaining Walls

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The Keystone KeySteel® System is a high performance retaining wall system constructed with the durable and aesthetic KeySteel segmental block and KeyStrip inextensible (steel) soil reinforcement. KeySteel® System combines the ease of construction of a segmental block retaining wall system with the performance of a traditional large panel MSE retaining wall; resulting in an extremely stable, aesthetically appealing and cost-effective retaining wall structure. KeySteel® System was designed specifically for use with highway and heavy construction projects.

Details
  • Category
    Concrete Retaining Walls
  • Range
    Retaining Range
Specifications

Dimensions: 457mm x 305mm x 200mm H

Suitable for: Retaining, Bridge Abutments

Key Benefits:

  • Durable Components: Inextensible steel reinforcement and 75 to 100 years of design life.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Wide variety of color options, textures and patterns.
  • Design Flexibility: Curves, corners and unique geometries.
  • Ease of Construction: Quick and easy, no cranes required.
  • Cost-Effective Results: Competitive with other MSE structures.
  • Intended for the Most Demanding Jobs : Deflections with steel reinforcement are reduced by over 66% compared to geosynthetic reinforcement.

Seismic
Seismic design loads are easily factored into the Keystone® KeySteel System design analysis. The semi-flexible (MSE) system handles seismic events better than more rigid systems. Keystone® KeySteel System structures have a proven track record of high performance, withstanding seismic events without failure or significant detrimental effects on the wall structure.

Strength
The strength and performance of a retaining wall system is an obvious top consideration for wall specifiers and designers. KeySteel® is one of the most durable retention solutions available. It features patented concrete block units that are manufactured to a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi.

The units are dry stacked and interlocked vertically and horizontally using high-strength fiberglass pins and galvanized steel pins. This method provides a very strong, mechanically interlocked facing system. KeySteel is also the ideal product for tall walls.

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About the
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Firth is one of New Zealand's best known and most trusted trade names in concrete. They have been developing, manufacturing and delivering concrete and concrete products to New Zealanders for almost a century. 

90 year proud history

The history of Firth is part of the history of New Zealand. Firth's capability extends through the construction industry, roading & infrastructure, industrial and commercial projects to residential builds.

Industry leading

All of our products are formulated to meet strict NZ standards. Our engineers ensure Firth customers consistently receive delivery of the highest quality product that they can rely on. Our concrete products are tried and trusted so customers can be sure what we make, makes the grade. Always.

Our national, dependable brands include: Firth Certified Concrete®, Firth Masonry, Firth RibRaft® floors, Dricon® bagged concretes, mortars and sands.

Innovation that endures

From day one innovation has been at our core, but not at the expense of long lasting durability. In 1925, the 'original' Firth family with their entrepreneurial spirit created innovative concrete products that made life easier.

Today's wider Firth family still carries that same can-do spirit into today's market challenges. Our designers work alongside our engineers to ensure new designs will stand up to the rigors of time.

Kiwi Made

Like the people who manufacture them, our concrete ranges are all products of New Zealand. We employ 650 people spread across 70 plant sites throughout the country.

Firth's strength lies in its regional relationships delivering a quality service locally to loyal customers, every day.

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KeySteel® | Retaining Walls

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