Railway Sand Drift Abatement Saudi Arabia | T-PRO®

April 14, 2026 | Lithic Industries

Case Study

Railway Sand Drift Abatement Saudi Arabia | T-PRO®

Railway Sand Drift Abatement Saudi Arabia | T-PRO®

Project Overview
Lithic Industries applied T-PRO® polymer soil stabilization to sand containment berms along high-traffic rail lines for the Saudi Rail Organization (SRO) in the Arabian Desert. The project successfully combated severe wind erosion and sand migration in one of the world’s harshest environments, protecting critical rail infrastructure.

Project Objectives
The primary goal was to stabilize protective sand berms against extreme desert winds, prevent sand from depositing on the tracks, reduce safety hazards, and dramatically lower ongoing maintenance costs for the railway.

The Challenge
Frequent sandstorms eroded containment berms and deposited large volumes of sand onto the tracks, requiring constant clearing and sweeping. Previously, crude oil was used to stabilize the berms — an outdated, less effective, and environmentally concerning method that required frequent re-application.

The Polymer Soil Stabilization Solution
Lithic Industries applied a targeted T-PRO® polymer soil stabilization approach using the existing in-situ sand. A 12:1 water-to-polymer solution was used to penetrate deeply into the sand, forming a durable, wind-resistant crust that locked particles in place without the environmental drawbacks of crude oil.

Proven Results
The T-PRO® treatment delivered outstanding long-term performance:

- Effectively locked sand in place and dramatically reduced wind-driven migration
- Withstood surface wind velocities exceeding 100 miles per hour with no surface deterioration
- Provided a long-lasting hard crust that outperformed traditional crude oil methods
- Reduced maintenance from monthly sand clearing to just annual polymer re-application
- Delivered an eco-friendly, carbon-neutral alternative to crude oil stabilization
- Led the Saudi Rail Organization to issue an exclusive specification for 200 km of protective berms

Application Details

- Equipment Used: Water Truck with Hose Attachment
- Application Method: Topical polymer seal coat with deep penetration into in-situ sand
- Coverage Rates: 175 ft² per gallon and 250 ft² per gallon
- Maintenance: Annual topical re-application of T-PRO® as needed

Why Rail and Infrastructure Operators Choose T-PRO®
This project demonstrates how modern polymer soil stabilization provides reliable, low-maintenance protection against extreme wind erosion and sand drift. It is an ideal solution for rail operators and infrastructure managers working in desert or high-wind environments seeking long-term performance with minimal environmental impact.

T-PRO® is a proven, carbon-neutral polymer soil stabilization technology backed by Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) validation. It consistently delivers strong, long-term results using in-situ materials.

Ready to Protect Critical Infrastructure from Wind and Sand?
Contact Lithic Industries today for a free technical consultation or site assessment. Let us show how T-PRO® can deliver lasting results for your next rail, berm, or high-wind infrastructure project.