PRODUCTS USED
- 90,000 sq. ft. of NDS EZ Roll® Gravel Pavers
NDS was called in by an airport planning and design firm to help upgrade the stormwater and drainage system on the grounds. The new system needed to allow for emergency vehicle access since the training location included scenarios that would require fire trucks, military vehicles and first responders. The area would also experience high temperatures due to the simulation of fires so the stormwater management product needed to withstand extremely high heat. In addition, the solution had to address important environmental regulations.
With the existing site adjacent to a major river and within wetland and wildlife refuge areas, a solution that increased the amount of impervious space – such as using concrete or pavement, was not an option.
PAVERS MEET ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEAT CHALLENGES
Ultimately NDS recommended its EZ Roll® gravel paver product. This system provides an alternative to traditional paving by offering a pervious solution that can handle an enormous amount of compressive strength. These pavers minimize run off and don’t require the addition of any impermeable space, which was critical from an environmental perspective.
In addition, the pavers can handle temperatures upwards of 325°F before any type of damage or deformity occurs, an optimal solution for firefighting scenarios.
DESIGN SUPPORT MINIMIZED WASTE
The NDS Design Worx® team provided the specifier and construction team with the appropriate CAD layout to ensure the pavers would fit exactly as needed around the area. It featured a ring-shaped design, so the layout developed to accommodate the exact space helped minimize any potential waste. NDS also provided installation training onsite to ensure all went smoothly, which was a key differentiator compared to makers of competitive products.
