Nexus

When you need to retain a lot of ground economically, the VERSA-LOK Nexus® retaining wall system can meet your project’s design specs and budget and create a great-looking retaining wall. The top-stud design readily accommodates a variable bond, so you can create walls that have a more natural appearance.

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Units

Nexus unit

Depth (in):12
Depth (mm):304.8
Height (in):8
Height (mm):203.2
Face width (wide) (in):18
Face width (wide) (mm):457.2
Face area (sq. ft.):1
Face area (sq. m.):0.09
Minimum radius(ft.):7
Maximum unreinforced height(ft.) :3*
Maximum geogrid reinforced height:Unlimited
Setback:1" per unit
Batter/Cant:7
Weight (lbs):82
Weight (kg):37.19
Weight (lbs) with aggregate fill:115
Weight (kg) with aggregate fill:52.16

*This is the maximum stable unreinforced height for 12-inch deep VERSA-LOK units in optimum conditions. Poor soils, additional loading, or slopes on top of a wall or bottom of a wall will reduce the maximum stable unreinforced height.

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Nexus Information Sheet

Nexus Information Sheet

This information sheet presents an overview of the VERSA-LOK Nexus retaining wall system.

Technical Bulletin #1-Shorelines, Waterways, and Retention Pond Protection

Technical Bulletin #1-Shorelines, Waterways, and Retention Pond Protection

Guidelines for using VERSA-LOK Retaining Wall Systems in a water environment. Foundation strength, scour, hydrostatic build up, and fines migration are addressed.

Technical Bulletin #5-Base Installation

Technical Bulletin #5-Base Installation

The components of a VERSA-LOK retaining wall base are explained, as is proper leveling pad construction.

Technical Bulletin #4-Caps

Technical Bulletin #4-Caps

Tips on capping straight and curved walls. Includes directions for using caps as treads when installing VERSA-LOK steps.

Technical Bulletin #7-Tiered Walls

Technical Bulletin #7-Tiered Walls

Considerations for construction of tiered retaining walls, including spacing requirements, are addressed.

Technical Bulletin #8-Fences, Railings, and Traffic Barriers

Technical Bulletin #8-Fences, Railings, and Traffic Barriers

Discusses top-of-the-wall barriers including fences, guide rails, concrete traffic barriers, and stair rails.