Geomembrane in Nigeria in Development and application-N

v Definition

Geomembrane is a geosynthetic material made of polyethylene (PE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA) and other raw materials with impermeability and isolation functions.

v Composition and properties 

Composition

Performance advantage

Geomembrane has excellent barrier properties, which can effectively block the penetration of water, gas and pollutants. Good chemical resistance, can be stable in different chemical environments; High weather resistance, can resist the damage of natural factors such as ultraviolet light, weathering and temperature changes, to ensure long-term performance.

v Application fields of geomembrane in Nigeria

1. Water conservancy project

Water resources are unevenly distributed in Nigeria, and water projects are crucial. In the construction of reservoirs, geomembrane is laid on the dam body and the bottom of the reservoir, such as Caji reservoir, to effectively prevent water leakage and improve water storage capacity. In irrigation channels, geomemofilm is used as lining material to reduce channel leakage, improve water resource utilization efficiency and ensure agricultural irrigation water.

2. Environmental protection project

With the acceleration of urbanization, waste disposal and sewage treatment have become important issues in Nigeria. In landfills, geomembrane is laid on the bottom and side slopes to prevent landfill leachate from contaminating soil and groundwater and enhance slope stability. Various pools of sewage treatment plants are also laid with geomembrane to prevent sewage leakage and ensure the safe operation of the treatment plant.

3. Traffic engineering

In road construction, for sections prone to groundwater rise, geomembrane is laid at the bottom of the roadbed to prevent the moisture content of the road gene from softening and settling, and improve the stability of the roadbed. In the construction of railway tunnels, geomemofilm is used to waterproof the inner wall and protect the tunnel structure and equipment from water erosion.

4. Agricultural engineering

In aquaculture ponds, geomembranes are used for impermeable treatment to maintain stable water levels, reduce water pollution, and create a good environment for aquaculture. In greenhouse planting, geomembrane, as a ground covering material, plays a role of heat preservation and moisture, regulates soil temperature and humidity, and prevents weeds from growing.

v Market development status of geomembrane in Nigeria

Nigeria's construction industry, driven by an improving economy, rising oil revenues, and heavy government investment in infrastructure projects, is growing at an average annual growth rate of 3.2% from 2023 to 2026, which brings development opportunities for the geomemofilm market. However, Nigeria's local building materials market is in the early stages of development, geomembrane production capacity is limited, and most rely on imports.

v Price list

It should be noted that the price will fluctuate due to market supply and demand, transportation costs and other factors

v Challenges and opportunities for development

Challenge

1. Lack of technical awareness: Some Nigerian engineers have limited understanding of the performance and application technology of geomembrane, which affects the promotion and correct use of geomembrane.

2. Import dependence and cost: A large number of imports lead to a relatively high price of geomembrane, increasing the cost of engineering, and the stability of supply is affected by the international market.

3. Market competition disorder: the quality of geomembrane products on the market is uneven, and some inferior products disrupt the market order and affect the healthy development of the industry.

Chance

1. Infrastructure construction boom: The Nigerian government invests heavily in infrastructure construction, such as roads, Bridges, water conservancy and other projects, which provides a broad demand space for the geomembrane market.

2. Environmental awareness: With the enhancement of environmental awareness, the standards of environmental protection projects such as landfill sites and sewage treatment plants are improved, and the application of geomembrane in the field of environmental protection is promoted.

3. International cooperation opportunities: International enterprises cooperate with local Nigerian enterprises to bring advanced technology and production experience, which helps to improve Nigeria's geomembrane production capacity and technical level. 

v Nigerian customers import advantage in Haoyang Environmental Co., LTD.

In terms of price, Haoyang Environment relies on large-scale production and mature industrial chain, the cost is effectively reduced, under the premise of ensuring quality, compared with other international suppliers, the price is more competitive, large-scale procurement can greatly save project construction funds. The product quality is excellent, with polyethylene resin and other high-quality raw materials, made by three-layer co-extrusion blow molding process, high tensile strength, aging resistance, can adapt to the complex climate in Nigeria, ensure the long-term stability of the project. Perfect after-sales service, professional technical team to provide guidance throughout the construction, rapid response to quality problems, responsible for replacement or maintenance. In addition, the product specifications are diverse, thickness 0.2mm-2.5mm, width up to 10m, to meet different engineering needs; The company has obtained a number of international certifications, good reputation, strong supply capacity, annual production capacity of 5400 tons, to ensure timely and continuous supply. 

v Application of geomembrane in major projects in Nigeria

In Kano State, Nigeria, the problem of desertification is serious, in order to effectively curb the expansion of the desert and protect the ecological environment, the local large-scale desertification control project has been carried out. The geomembrane of Haoyang Environment was used in the project, and its excellent weather resistance and tear resistance were fully demonstrated in the harsh environment. During construction, technicians accurately measured and laid geomembrae along the desert edge and sand-prone areas, and adopted advanced welding technology to ensure that the splicing place was tight and seamless to avoid water loss and wind sand erosion. After being put into use, the geomembrane effectively stabilized the sand, reduced dust, created favorable conditions for subsequent vegetation planting and growth, helped the local ecology gradually recover, and ensured the sustainable development of residents' lives and agricultural production.

 v Conclusion

Geomembrane plays an irreplaceable role in the engineering fields of water conservancy, environmental protection, transportation and agriculture in Nigeria. Despite the current challenges such as technical awareness, import dependence and market competition, with the continuous advancement of Nigeria's infrastructure construction and the continuous improvement of environmental protection requirements, the geomembrane market prospects are still broad. By strengthening technology promotion, promoting local production and regulating market order and other measures, geomembrane will usher in better development in Nigeria and make greater contributions to Nigeria's economic construction and environmental protection.

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