As a result of global warming and urbanization, cities are facing rising sea levels and increasingly affected by flooding caused by climate change.
How can we mitigate flooding?
Find out more about BASF Elastopave® Polyurethane Binder System, a permeable and durable city building material that quickly absorbs and drains water.
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Flood prevention
Elastopave® is a versatile rock-solid material that lets water drain through it quickly, preventing flooding, which can cost thousands of dollars in flood damage.
Elastopave®
BASF Water permeable Elastopave® material has high porosity (40%, 22mm/sec) with strong physical performance
Concrete / Asphalt
Porosity of normal asphalt, concrete, and other conventional porous pavement ranges 0.01 - 0.1mm/sec
Elastopave®
Asphalt
Road Safety
When it floods, roads become dangerous for vehicles as they can aquaplane – the wheels lose friction with the road.
This can lead to loss of control of the vehicle and accidents can result.
Healthy water circulation
Rainwater drains effectively through Elastopave®, replenishing aquifers and creating an improved water circulation system. This green infrastructure technology also reduces city waste heat.
Because of these features, Elastopave® creates greener cities.
Features
High Strength
- More durable under heavy loads
- Remains elastic and retains its shape
- Higher tensile strength than asphalt
Water Permeable
- Increased safety with aquaplaning
- Skid-resistance
- Reduced ice formation
- No frost damage or port holes
Environmental Aspect
- Noise reduction
- No leaching of hazardous substances
- Increased groundwater supply
- No chemical de-icing, reduced use of salt
Applications
Park
Car Parks
Driveways
Roads
Highways
