TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Rev. 01, Date 12.03.2021

ERDOX TERRA
MONO-ANCHORED MODULAR SYSTEM FOR THE REPROFILING OF SLOPES

Mono-anchored ErdoX Terra structures are the best solution

for reprofiling and stabilizing works on slopes affected by
surficial gravitational problems. ErdoX Terra structures are
easy to install, safe and cost-effective thanks to the versatility
and low weight of each structure.

ErdoX Terra is an isostatic structure, having a pyramidal shape

with fixed dimensions. The front support structure, having a St.
Andrew's cross shape, is made of high resistance steel beams,
to hold the steel retaining mesh. The loads acting on the front
facing are transferred to the foundations through a connection
element, made of a hollow steel section. This element is
connected to the central node of the retaining structure
through a central spherical joint with limited rotation, and to the
front beams through steel bracing ropes. The material is
retained by a principal steel mesh, made of a steel wire rope
panel, combined with a secondary net made of double twisted
steel wire mesh for the small debris. The high-strength ErdoX Terra Structure: foundation with plate
spherical central node is extremely important for the correct
functioning of the structure, because it allows to obtain a
multidirectional hinge joint between the facing and the
connection profile with the anchor: this element allows to adapt
the structure to the conformation of the ground and to the
geomorphological variations that develop over time, without
transferring unexpected stresses to the structure.
The ErdoX Terra anchoring can be realized with different
solutions aimed to counteract the project thrust: tieback
anchors, micropiles, precast plates made of reinforced
concrete and/or steel.

Erdox Terra structures are characterized by an optimal

resistance to corrosion because realized with hot dip galvanized
steel profiles (UNI EN ISO 1461), and with hot dip galvanized in
Class A steel wire ropes and steel wire rope panels (UNI EN
12385-2-4, UNI EN 10244-2, UNI EN 10264-2).

Reference Norms and Standards

- D.M. 17 Gennaio 2018 “Norme tecniche per le Costruzioni” ErdoX Terra Structure: foundation with spiral rope anchor
- Defence structures in avalanche starting zones, issued in
2007 by the Federal Office for the Environment FOEN and by
the WSL Swiss Federal Institute of Snow and Avalanche
Research of Davos (Switzerland).
- UNI EN 1993-1-1 “Eurocode 3” – Design of steel structure Part
1 – 1: General rules and rules for buildings
- UNI EN 1993-1-8 “Eurocode 3” – Design of steel structure Part
1 – 8: Design of joints
- UNI EN 10025-2 “Hot rolled products of structural steels - Part
2: Technical delivery conditions for non-alloy structural steels”
- UNI EN 10219 “Cold formed welded structural hollow sections
of non-alloy and fine grain steels”
- UNI EN ISO 1461 “Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated
iron and steel articles - Specifications and test method”
- UNI EN 12385 “Steel wire ropes - Safety”
- UNI EN 10264-2 “Steel wire and wire products - Steel wire for
ropes - Part 2: Cold drawn non alloy steel wire for ropes for
general applications”
- UNI EN 10223-3 “Steel wire and wire products for fencing and
netting - Part 3: Hexagonal steel wire mesh products for civil
engineering purposes” Detail of patented connection between anchor and face panel
- UNI EN 10244-2 “Steel wire and wire products - Non- ferrous
metallic coatings on steel wire - Part 2: Zinc or zinc alloy
coatings”

Mono-anchored ErdoX Terra structures have the Certificato di Valutazione Tecnica (CVT) issued by Servizio
Tecnico Centrale del Consiglio Superiore dei Lavori Pubblici.
 Maccaferri reserves the right to amend product specifications without notice and specifiers are requested to check as to the
validity of the specifications they are using.

Main Features and Benefits

Quick and simple installation anche in harsh topographical
conditions or difficult to access too;
Low weight: transport and handling on site can be done with
standard machineries;
Pre-assembed elements which allow simple and quick
installation everywhere;
Reduced teams of workers and equipment on site;
Modular structure which allows localized excavations and
simple modifications during construction;
Possibile reuse of on-site material for the filling soil, with
related costs savings of landfill and purchase of new material;
Possible combination with draining elements for realizing
interventions with greater efficency;
Possible visula mitigation of the intervention;
Reduced costs thanks to the quick installation and the reuse
of the on-site material. Reprofiled slope with ErdoX Terra

Intervention of regreening - Cerveteri (RM)

Type of standard ErdoX Terra structures
Central
Dimensions of the structure Maximum resistant Structure
Type of Structure Spherical
front facing thrust weight
Joint
H=3,10 X B=3,60 m Yes 335,5 kN 396
ERDOX TERRA BASE
H=3,60 X B=3,10 m Yes 339,7 kN 396

H=3,10 X B=3,60 m Yes 543,4 kN 450

ERDOX TERRA REINFORCED
H=3,60 X B=3,10 m Yes 541,5 kN 450

H=3,10 X B=3,60 m Yes 616,8 kN 525

ERDOX TERRA HE140B
H=3,60 X B=3,10 m Yes 614,9 kN 525

ERDOX TERRA JUNIOR* H=2,50 X B=2,00 m No 100 kN 100

ERDOX TERRA JUNIOR REINF* H=2,50 X B=2,00 m No 190 kN 147

ERDOX TERRA SELF-DRILLING* H=3,00 X B=2,40 m No 250 kN 325

* CVT is pending for ERDOX Terra JUNIOR and SELF-DRILLING configurations

WARNING: Install the product in accordance with National Security Requirements! If the job is done with suspension or security ropes, personal protective equip-
ment against fall risk must be connected with anchor points in agreement with EN 795.

Officine Maccaferri S.p.A.

Via J.F. Kennedy 10, 40069 Zola Predosa (BO) - Italy
info@hq.maccaferri.com Maccaferri operates under strict quality assurance and management procedures.
maccaferri.com Please visit the website of your local subsidiary for details of their Certifications.