Retaining Wall Installation Manual for Commercial - Allan Block

86 Pages·2015·8.55 MB·English

The information and product applications illustrated in this manual have been carefully compiled by
the Allan Block Corporation and, to the best of our knowledge, accurately represent Allan Block
product use. Final determination of the suitability of any information or material for the use
contemplated and its manner of use is the sole responsibility of the user. Structural design analysis shall
be performed by a qualified engineer.
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©2019, 2014, 2011, 2008 Allan Block Corporation, Bloomington, MN Phone [phone], Fax [phone], US Pat. #5,484,236, #6,792,731, #6,322,742 & #6,854,236
Canadian Pat. #2,012,286 & #2,133,675 Australian Pat. #682,394 & #133,306 Europe Pat. #649,714 & #99,308,421.9 Germany Pat. #69,423,563.6 allanblock.com
Japan Pat. #3,142,107 Mexico Pat. #189,846 Taiwan Pat. #NI-72269 AB Fieldstone Pat. #7,775,747 & D624,204S Int’l And Other Patents Pending DOC. #R0514-0219
Looking Towards the Future
The next generation of Allan Block products is
here; AB Fieldstone - Green, Natural and Friendly.
The patented two-piece system enables us to
push the envelope in aesthetics, sustainability,
and product opportunity.
So look to the future with us as Allan Block
continues to innovate. Expect to see more of
AB Fieldstone and all it has to offer as the next
great wall solution, from the company you have
come to trust – Allan Block.
About Us With the same plan, design and build process as the
other Allan Block retaining wall systems, you can
now have AB Fieldstone. The most innovative Green,
Allan Block is a leading provider of Natural and Friendly product on the market.
patented retaining wall systems for
large-scale commercial, industrial,
AB Fieldstone Typical Reinforced Wall Cross Section
roadway and residential projects.
For over twenty years, Allan Block
has been helping landscape and
construction professionals build better
walls. With hundreds of millions of
square feet of Allan Block in the
ground, we can deliver the quality
and performance you need. Our wide
range of products allows you to be
creative, efficient, and confident on
every job.
Thank you for using Allan Block.
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Table of Contents
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Allan Block System
Allan Block Products 9
Built-in Engineering 11
Gravity Walls 13
Reinforced Walls 15
Other Reinforcement Options 17
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Plan/Design
Develop a Plan 19
Design Evaluation 22
Build with AB, AB Aztec and
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AB Europa Collections
Gravity Wall Construction 25
Reinforced Wall Construction 26
No-Fines Concrete Backfill & Installation 30
Working with Soils 32
Compaction 33
Water Management 34
Build Patterned Walls with AB, AB Aztec and
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AB Europa Collections
Wall Patterns 37
Patterned Wall Construction 38
Patterned Wall Construction Tips 40
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Build with AB Fieldstone
Gravity Wall Construction 45
Reinforced Wall Construction 47
AB Fieldstone Construction Tips 49
Construction Details with AB, AB Aztec and
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AB Europa Collections
Finishing Walls 55
Curves 56
Curves with Geogrid 58
Corners 59
Corners with Geogrid 60
Stairs 61
Terraces 63
Design Details 65
Construction and Inspection Checklist 67
Material Estimate Worksheet 69
Geogrid and No-Fines Estimating Charts 72
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Specifications
References 78
Charts and Tables
Products 10
Standard Product Specifications 12
Maximum Wall Heights 13
Soils 19
Setback 21
Friction Angle and Soil Weight 32
Minimum Radius 49, 57
Geogrid and No-Fines Concrete 72
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Creative Solutions
You can rely on quality Allan Block products
and talented professionals to provide you creative
solutions that work. Every day, on city streets,
backyard landscapes and commercial properties,
Allan Block delivers proven performance.
Build your own creative solutions, build with
Allan Block.
Attend an AB®Contractor Certification Training
todayto learn the proper techniques to
ensure top quality retaining walls are built.
Visit allanblock.com for the latest information
as well as a complete schedule of upcoming
training near you.
Facing Series: Sierra
Color: Rustic Creek
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Online Resources
• Product Information
• Technical Notes
• Construction Details
• Specifications
• Testing Reports
• CADD Details
• Installation Guides
• 3D Design Software
• Estimating Software and Apps
• Photo and Video Library
• Case Studies/Project Profiles
• Multiple Languages
• Continuing Education Credits
• Training Information and Schedules
• Testing Information
• and much more!
Available at allanblock.com
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Facing Series: Cascade
Color: Rustic Creek
See page 43 for
detailed information
on the AB Fieldstone
Collection.
Facing Series: Colonial
Color: Sandstone
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Facing Series: Heritage
Color: Black Hills
Environmentally Conscious
Allan Block is on the leading edge of creating a
manufacturing process that leaves very little waste
and can use locally found recycled materials to
produce their latest retaining wall system.
The AB Fieldstone Collection®is Allan Block’s
solution to a “Green/Eco-Friendly” retaining wall
system while still maintaining the beautiful look of
natural stone that is desired. This user-friendly
two-piece system will revolutionize how retaining
Facing Series: Sierra
walls are made in the future. Color: Sandstone
Facing Series: Sierra
Color: Sandstone
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Allan Block product and wall system information.
Allan Block Products 9
Built-in Engineering 11
Gravity Walls 13
Reinforced Walls 15
Other Reinforcement Options 17
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A Complete Family of Wall Products
The Allan Block Collections give you a choice of styles to meet your site and design requirements. Use the basic gravity
wall system for smaller wall projects. For taller wall projects use geogrid to reinforce the wall, or consider optional
techniques using masonry, no-fines, rock bolts, soil nails, or earth anchors.
AB ® Collection- Classic Cut Style AB Europa ® Collection- Old World Antique
The AB®Collectionhas been a favorite of wall builders The AB Europa®Collectioncaptures the hand-laid stone
for years and offers the perfect blend of performance effect that brings old world charm and distinction to any
and style with maximum results. project in beautiful marbled colors.
AB Aztec™ Collection- Smooth, Molded Face Style AB Fieldstone® Collection- Green, Natural, Friendly
The AB Aztec™ Collectionoffers a new look and style, The AB Fieldstone®Collection is a
but has the same block shapes and sizes as the “Green/Eco-Friendly” retaining wall product
AB Collection, and installs exactly the same. New look - that maintains the beautiful look and feel of
same dependability. natural stone. Installing and performing like
our other Collections, AB Fieldstone truly is a
friendly product.
Patterned Walls
The design possibilities are endless.
Use the blocks from the AB, AB Ashlar Blend™ AB Aztec Ashlar Blend™ AB Abbey Blend™
AB Aztec or AB Europa Collections from the AB Collection from the AB Aztec Collection from the AB Europa Collection
individually or blend them together
to create AB Ashlar or AB Abbey
Blend patterned walls. The interlock-
ing blocks easily fit together without
any materials or tools.
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