Nanoalps® System DRAIN enables the construction of water permeable surface pavements and base layers. The non-toxic, environmentally-friendly and water soluble Nanoalps® System Drain gets mixed with natural stony aggregates of a defined diameter, a modest amount of hydraulic binding agents and water.

Properties

  • The properties of System DRAIN

    The Nanoalps® System DRAIN permeable material
    The Nanoalps® System DRAIN permeable material

    Nanoalps® System DRAIN allows the production of drainage layers and foundations which not only have excellent properties but are also less expensive than traditional construction materials.

    Nanoalps® System DRAIN – perfect for golf courses
    Nanoalps® System DRAIN – perfect for golf courses

    In order to ensure perfect waterproofing and resistance, the polymer additive is mixed with select inert and natural materials of a defined particle size and distribution, and with a small amount of hydraulic binders and water.

    Nanoalps® System DRAIN – perfect for cycle tracks
    Nanoalps® System DRAIN – perfect for cycle tracks

    The Nanoalps® System DRAIN also exploits the Albedo effect to help reduce global warming. The reflection of sunlight off dry surfaces made with the Nanoalps® System DRAIN causes the ground to remain cool, counteracting the greenhouse effect and protecting the environment.

  • Properties overview

    • Increase in the water absorption capacity
    • Surface water penetrates quickly into the lowest layers
    • Improved and quicker development of resistance from the 4th day
    • Reduction in costs by avoiding complicated drainage systems
    • Maintaining natural aspect by keeping the natural colour
    • Diverse surface colours possible

Application areas

Application areas of System DRAIN

Infrastructures, where drainage is necessary:

  • Road surfaces for light traffic
  • Carparks, cycle tracks and footpaths
  • Sports facilities, landscaping e.g. garden centres, golf courses and compost works
  • Substructures for roads, sports facilities, riding facilities
  • Steep areas for embankment fortification

    Technology

    • High water permeability

      Nanoalps® System DRAIN offers a high level of water permeability

      With Nanoalps® System SOIL
      With Nanoalps® System SOIL

      By using Nanoalps® System DRAIN the water seeps into the lower layers and allows for a dry surface.

      Without Nanoalps® System SOIL
      Without Nanoalps® System SOIL

      Without the drainable polymer additive water remains on the surface and can cause dangerous aquaplaning.

    • Technical properties

      Strength:

      Uni-axial compressive strength from 1.0 N/mm² – 20.0 N/mm² adjustable

      Flexibility:

      Tensile splitting strength from 0.5 - 2.0 mPa adjustable

      Resistance to frost:

      Depends upon the requirements and material available

      Water absorption rate:

      According to requirements, usually 10-4 m/s

      Download technical sheet

      Download technical sheet

      Click here or on the image to download the Nanoalps® System DRAIN technical sheet.

    Application instructions

    Application instructions

    Nanoalps® System DRAIN is installed by the Mixed-in-Plant procedure

    1. Initial situation: Unmachined road
    1. Initial situation: Unmachined road
    2. Production of mixture Nanoalps® System DRAIN with mixing machine
    2. Production of mixture Nanoalps® System DRAIN with mixing machine
    3. Laying of mixture with road finisher
    3. Laying of mixture with road finisher
    4. Compression and rolling of
    4. Compression and rolling of
    5. Final base layer laid mixture
    5. Final base layer laid mixture
    6. Demonstration of water permeability of final bound surface
    6. Demonstration of water permeability of final bound surface

    System DRAIN - The drainable natural layer