HARSCO Environmental
Project context
As part of the development of the surroundings of a new building, HARSCO Environmental is currently involved in the development of parking for users and visitors of the site. The construction site includes: earthworks, platform preparation and road construction necessary for the operation of traffic and parking spaces. This operation is part of a process to develop alternative materials through theuse of steel dairy in the foundation layers of the works.
Project objectives
The project has several objectives:
- create parking spaces adapted to the needs of the site;
- ensuring the sustainability of the platforms circulating;
- integrate materials from steel recovery;
- reducing the use of natural resources;
- to include the site in a circular economy logic.
Nature of work in progress
Work on the new building includes:
- general earthworks;
- the preparation and upgrading of platforms;
- the realization of the foundation layers;
- road and parking facilities;
- the organisation of access and traffic during the work.
Studies, research and testing
Upstream and during the construction site, several technical studies and tests
Regulations are carried out to ensure compatibility of the project with the use
Steel dairy.
️ Technical studies
- soil transport study;
- environmental analysis of the site;
- verification of the compatibility of the materials with the intended uses;
- dimensioning of structures according to expected traffic.
️ Regulatory testing and material characterization
Materials are subject to specific controls:
- leaching tests;
- expansion tests;
- drawing up the technical data sheets produced.
These investigations validate the suitability of materials for use in external infrastructure and facilities.
Ecosystem, stakeholders and partners
The project involves various actors to ensure the technical and operational success of the project:
- contractor;
- study office;
- public works undertaking;
Coordination among stakeholders ensures effective integration of the regulatory, environmental and technical requirements of the project.
Expected technical performance
The use of iron and steel dairy products shall enable:
- good mechanical strength of foundation layers;
- sustainable stability of platforms;
- adaptation of structures to anticipated traffic flows;
- a good holding of the works over time.
The monitoring of the site and the checks carried out will confirm the performance of the material under the actual operating conditions.
Environmental impacts and circular economy
The project contributes to a more sustainable construction approach through:
- the development of steel dairy;
- reducing the use of natural resources;
- limitation of material intended for burial;
- optimisation of resource use;
- the development of the circular economy in public works.
This operation illustrates the gradual integration of alternative materials into development and infrastructure projects.
Outlook
This project is a continuation of the development of material recovery solutions for:
- car parks and platforms;
- roads;
- urban development;
- industrial and logistical infrastructure.
Through this operation, HARSCO Environmental continues its commitment to innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure and circular economy.
