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The FILTERPAVE™ system is the newest green evolution in hard-surfaced porous pavements, with features, performance and environmental benefits that vastly surpass standards for pavements of its kind. The FilterPave porous pavement system is truly in a class by itself.
Highly-Aesthetic Surface: With architectural aesthetics, the FilterPave surface is an attractive and colorful mosaic of recycled variant-colored glass bonded with a high-strength natural binder. Color varies by region and optional color enhancements are available.
High Porosity: The structurally-sound system is twice as porous as other hard-surfaced porous pavements, resulting in a greater reduction of stormwater runoff.
High Percent Use of Recycled Materials: The pavement utilizes a high percentage (~90%) of 100% post-consumer recycled glass in the mix, allowing the constructive use of abundant materials that are traditionally landfilled. The specially-processed and bonded glass is as safe as any traditional surface on which to walk or drive.
Low Environmental Impact: The highly permeable surface is a natural low-impact-development BMP for reducing stormwater runoff, managing stormwater on-site and reducing the requirements and costs for stormwater collection systems. Polluting fluids that leak from automobiles are also adsorbed by the glass pavement.
Extremely Low Carbon Footprint: Unlike most existing hard-surfaced porous pavements, the FilterPave system has a negligible contribution to the creation of hydrocarbons in the manufacture of its components, transportation of materials and in its placement.
With a hardened surface comparable with open-graded base course (OGBC), the system can be designed to handle light-to-heavy pedestrian or vehicular traffic loads with permeable base when required. The system is ideal for parking lots, trails/walkways, sidewalks, pedestrian patios and driveways.
LEED® Green Building Credits
Contributes to LEED® green building credits in the following categories:
- Reduced Site Disturbance
- Stormwater Quality and Quantity Control
- Reduced Heat Island Effect
- Recycled Material Content
- Regional Materials (if project is within 500 miles of material source)
Installation
The FilterPave system is installed by a nationwide network of Certified Contractors, experienced in the application of specialty pavements. Contact Presto if you are interested in becoming a Certified Contractor in your state.
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