Retaining Walls
Segmental Retaining Walls
Engineered Segmental Retaining Walls for Durable, Flexible & Aesthetic Soil Retention
Buffalo SA designs and constructs engineered Segmental Retaining Wall (SRW) systems for residential, commercial, industrial, and civil engineering projects across South Africa. Combining structural performance with an attractive architectural finish, segmental retaining walls provide a versatile solution for stabilising slopes, retaining soil, and creating usable land.
Manufactured from interlocking concrete blocks, segmental retaining wall systems are designed to accommodate minor ground movement while delivering long-lasting structural stability. Their modular construction allows for efficient installation and flexible design, making them suitable for projects of varying sizes and complexities.
Overview
What are Segmental Walls?
Industrial Projects
- Factories
- Distribution Centres
- Industrial Platforms
- Storage Yards
Civil Infrastructure
- Road Embankments
- Bridge Approaches
- Public Spaces
- Municipal Infrastructure
Commercial Developments
- Office Parks
- Shopping Centres
- Parking Facilities
- Business Developments
Residential Projects
- Garden Terraces
- Boundary Walls
- Driveways
- Housing Estates
- Landscaping
Recreational Areas
- Parks
- Schools
- Sports Facilities
- Public Landscaping
Industries We Serve
Buffalo SA provides Segmental Walls across numerous industries.
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Anatomy of a Segmental Retaining Wall
Segmental Retaining Walls
Structural Benefits
of Segmental Retaining Walls
Engineered Structural Performance
When combined with geogrid reinforcement, segmental retaining walls can safely retain significant heights while providing excellent long-term stability.
Flexible Construction
The modular design allows the wall to accommodate minor settlement and ground movement, reducing the likelihood of cracking associated with rigid retaining structures..
Low Maintenance
Once installed, segmental retaining walls require very little ongoing maintenance, making them a cost-effective retaining solution.
Excellent Drainage
The dry-stack construction and engineered drainage system help reduce hydrostatic pressure behind the wall, improving structural performance and service life.
Why Us?
Why Choose Buffalo SA ?
With more than three decades of industry experience, Buffalo SA has built a reputation for delivering engineered retaining wall solutions that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance.
More than 33 years of construction experience
Professionally engineered retaining solutions
Skilled construction teams
Proven project management
Reliable workmanship
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A segmental retaining wall is a modular retaining structure constructed using interlocking concrete blocks. Depending on the wall height and loading conditions, it may be reinforced with geogrid to create a mechanically stabilised earth system.
Lower walls may rely primarily on the weight and interlocking action of the blocks. Taller or heavily loaded walls are typically reinforced with geogrid in accordance with engineering design.
Segmental retaining walls offer excellent durability, attractive finishes, efficient installation, flexibility to accommodate minor ground movement, and low maintenance requirements.
Proper drainage prevents water from building up behind the retaining wall, reducing hydrostatic pressure and helping maintain the wall's long-term stability.
When professionally designed, constructed, and maintained, segmental retaining wall systems can provide reliable structural performance for several decades.
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Retaining Walls Engineered To Last
Whether you’re planning a retaining wall, infrastructure project or a complete
civil works package, Buffalo SA is ready to deliver engineered solutions you
can rely on.