The root barrier combining outstanding water permeability and high strength
The new Plantex® RootProtector is a strong, water-permeable root barrier suited to both vertical and horizontal applications. It is manufactured from continuous PP filaments that are spun and laid down as a web which is thermally and mechanically bonded at filament crossover points.
This bonding method gives a unique combination of properties that offer optimal resistance against root penetration, exceeding existing alternative woven or needle-punched solutions.
Improved Benefits:
- Increased static puncture resistance
- Higher permeability due to the large number of pores and the random pore-size distribution. This ensures free flow of water in the soil and avoids hydrostatic-pressure issues
- Excellent uniformity across the entire material surface – no weak spots where roots might penetrate
- Tested in accordance with CEN/TS 14416, as well as with plants such as Pyracantha which develop more aggressive roots
Applications
The prevention of root contamination of infrastructure base or drainage layers – whether vertical or horizontal – ensures that these remain free-draining throughout their working life.
Horizontal
- cycle paths
Vertical
- foundations
- vertical drainage structures
- rhizome containment (in combination with Plantex® Platinium)
Other application
- protection of joints of subterranean infrastructure such as pipes, water/sewage collectors, cables, pools
Other benefits:
- Easy to install in excavations and ditches
- Light in weight whilst offering excellent protection against root penetration or perforation
- Does not absorb water, which prevents freezing in winter and ensures easy handling in all weather conditions
- Easy to cut without fraying or irregular edges
- Pre-compression ensures optimal balance between roll diameter and surface coverage
- Available in both small and large roll sizes – large areas can be covered with fewer overlaps and faster installation
Available roll dimensions
- 2 x 100m
- 4 x 100m
- 5.2 x 100m
