Hoofmark (UK) Ltd. Grass reinforcement, erosion control, stormwater control, pollution control system and filtration

Frequently Asked Questions about Golpla

What is Golpla made from?

Golpla is made from high quality recycled plastic that is fully recyclable.

Why does Golpla have such slim cell walls?

Golpla has a 94% void area so that when it's full of either grass or gravel, it's as cosmetically attractive as possible.

How do the Golpla grass pavers clip together?

Each Golpla paver has a patented lug and lock system making it very easy to install.

Is Golpla dependant on a sub base?

Sometimes. Dependant on ground conditions and vehicle traffic, where a sub base is laid, (avoid MOT type 1 stone as it's not free draining). Contact us for further advice.

Is Golpla UV resistant?

Yes and it is not susceptible to significant expansion or contraction due to the high quality plastic used and design of the hexagonal cells.

Why does Golpla have hexagonal cells?

It's nature's strongest shape, which means we can maximise load support and minimise cell depth.

Is technical help available?

Yes, contact us us for advice which can then be followed up with literature or ask for one of our sales engineers to get in touch.

Can you supply complete with grass?

Yes, we pre-grow a range of grass blends to suit car parking requirements and supply pavers like living carpet tiles.

Isn't Golpla a strange name?

Yes it's German for gold paver. Golpla is also often referred to as grasscrete, grass pavers, plastic grass, permeable paving, plastic grasscrete, permeable paving, ground reinforcement.

Do you recommend installers?

Yes we have approved installers, who have undertaken works that have been inspected by ourselves. Please phone for a contractor in your area.

Is Golpla slippery?

Golpla has a very small surface area of plastic that has added turrets to help with grip.

What is the maximum incline advised for Golpla?

1:12 is the maximum gradient generally adopted, bearing in mind wheelchair users. Contact us for further advice.

Can Golpla be used for fire tender access or emergency access?

Yes, but you will need to increase the sub base to accommodate the weight of fire tenders, depending on ground conditions. Contact us for further advice.

Is the product stable under weight and traffic?

Golpla has a 62% footprint that helps spread the load to give maximum load support and stability.

Frequently Asked Questions about Golpla Pre Grown

Is only one type of grass used?

Golpla Pre Grown Fastlay has a choice of a range of five different grasses grown for their unique properties.

Are the grasses tolerant of various situations?

Each grass has either a long root system or resistance to shade or is heavy enough to endure the stress of traffic.

Can specialist grass mixtures be provided?

Different blends of grass are available for specialist sites however these have to be grown and delivery would reflect this.

Is Golpla pre grown readily available?

Standard Golpla pre grown is normally an ex stock product however we do have to cultivate and harvest so again deliveries would reflect this.

How is Golpla pre grown supplied?

Golpla pre grown is delivered on pallets for installation within 48 hours and would need tending and watering for several days to establish fully.

How quickly does Golpla pre grown establish?

Golpla pre grown has an existing root system and will establish very quickly depending on temperatures and can be driven on after a few weeks.

Are there any times when it is inadvisable to install Golpla?

The only time you can not install Golpla pre grown is if you have a frost on the ground or expect a frost in the first 48 hours.

Can you get a quick finished look with Golpla pre grown Fastlay?

Contractors like the pre grown system as it is a finished surface that instantly looks good and a few days after installation the customer is looking to cut the grass.

Is Golpla pre grown of a high quality?

As Golpla pre grown is cultivated using very good top soil and grass seed it is also weed free and as has a very high density of grass that helps reduce the establishment of future weeds.

Frequently Asked Questions about Truckpave

Is Truckpave the same as Grass Crete?

No it's not concrete but recycled plastic, a modern version of the old concrete.

Can you get good grass growth?

Yes, plastic, being an insulator, helps retain moisture in the cells promoting good grass coverage.

How heavy is Truckpave?

Truckpave is very light for its size; it only weighs 12.5kg per panel well below the manual handling safety limits; concrete units easily exceed the 20kgs limit.

How quick is Truckpave to install?

Again due to its weight, it can be handled very easily and installed very quickly. Complete installation details are available.

Does Truckpave require a rootzone?

Because the cells are 100mm deep, the grass will find enough nutrients and water from within the cell depth. Good quality top soil or rootzone will promote good quality grass.

Has Truckpave been tested for HGV traffic?

Yes, by the TRL on behalf of the Highways Agency. It was also tested for its skid resistance and flexibility, passing all tests with flying colours.

Will Truckpave crack over time, like concrete?

No, it has been tested and proven over many years to be flexible under all weather conditions.

Has it been approved for Highway use?

Truckpave is installed on highways and motorways. Case studies are available, please contact us for further details.

Is Truckpave available in different colours?

Yes it is available in green and other colours, subject to quantity required.

Do you have an anti skid version?

The surface of Truckpave is not smooth and offers grip. In particularly arduous applications, where skidding is likely to occur, we have an anti skid version available which has been developed for the severe Swiss winters. Please check out our case study for Willsbridge pumping station.

Do you need a sub base for Truckpave?

Yes the sub base depth would depend on traffic and loading involved, also the ground conditions. Contact us for further advice.

Do you have a locking system with Truckpave?

No the blocks butt up to each other, however its a good idea to have a perimeter kerb, pinning or timber sleepers to retain the pavers. Please Contact us for advice.

Can Truckpave be used with Gravel infill?

Yes and we have many photographs of these applications Contact us and we will send you copies.

Frequently Asked Questions about D-Raintank

Can D-Raintank be used as a soak-away?

Yes, subject to satisfactory ground conditions.

Do you sell ancillary items?

Yes, we have a full range, from flow control units to geo textiles.

What coverage is needed?

A minimum of 400mm and depending on loading, Contact us for full technical advice.

Is D-Raintank made of recycled plastic?

No, it's made from virgin plastic which eliminates the variables associated with recycled plastic and gives peace of mind in terms of performance.

Can you work out the size of tank I require?

Yes, we have our own retained Engineer and software to calculate cubic capacity required.

Has your tank conformed to BS4500 testing for HGV Traffic?

Yes, our tank complies.

How do you align your tanks?

We have a plug system that helps align each tank section making sure the vertical sections are in line.

Can you supply and install?

No, we have a national distribution network and list of contractors to install or seal our tanks.

Frequently Asked Questions about Neoweb

What load support advantages are there with Neoweb?

As a rough rule of thumb – you can save a minimum of 55% of stone compared to unconfined stone plus of course savings in haulage, muck away, excavation and aggregate tax.

What sizes of Neoweb are available?

50-100-150-200mm depths in a range of cell sizes from standard, medium, large.

Are different sheet sizes available?

Yes, other sizes are available as well as the standard 2.5x8m (20m²) however, this changes at different cell configurations. Contact us for advice.

How was the Neoweb developed?

It was first used to transport military vehicles across the desert, in-filled with sand.

Can Neoweb be used as erosion control?

Yes, it has been used in this application across the world, full case study info available. Contact us for further details.

Why is Neoweb perforated?

To help with lateral drainage and vegetation lock in. It also helps give the aggregate extra friction reducing the depth required and reducing the amount of excavation and aggregate required.

What is Neoweb made of?

It's a polymeric alloy resistant to hydrocarbons. It has a working life of 100 years

Is Neoweb UV resistant?

Yes, it has been tested to 75 years for UV resistance.

Do you offer a design facility?

Yes, we can offer fully warranted design and full project drawing.

Can Neoweb be used as earth retention?

Yes, it makes very cost effective vegetated retaining walls.

What is the maximum wall size?

Some 2,000,000m² of Neoweb was used to construct an 80m high retaining wall in Russia. Details available, Contact us for further advice.

Can you use Neoweb as concrete reinforcement?

Yes, Neoweb makes very good reinforcement. The perforations allow good concrete transfer and eliminate the need for steel reinforcement.

Can it be used in a reservoir application?

Yes, a tendon system can be employed in applications where an impermeable membrane is required. Tendons remove the need to penetrate the membrane or attempt to drive anchors into rock. Contact us for further details.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fabekun

What is Fabekun?

Fabekun is a saddle joint connection with a 100% watertight seal that is also flexible.

How much flexibility does Fabekun have?

13 degrees in any direction. This can be further increased by the use of a vario coupler offering another 13º.

How quick is Fabekun to install?

The main can be up and running in two hours.

Is Fabekun Water Research Centre (WRc) approved?

Yes, Fabekun is WRc approved and it is approved by all water companies in England and Wales.

Frequently Asked Questions about D-Rainclean

What does D-Rainclean do?

D-Rainclean has a living engineered soil that removes hydrocarbons, petrochemicals and heavy metals from pollutant water run off.

How does D-Rainclean work?

D-Rainclean has several filtration processes, one being a living ecosystem that digests pollution. It's too complex a system to explain here. Contact us for further advice.

Can D-Rainclean replace petrol interceptors?

Yes, D-Rainclean also filters out heavy metals and has no power consumption.

What kind of life expectancy would you expect for D-Rainclean?

It will depend on the levels of pollution, however in a low use car park 20 years. In a high use car park, 15 years.

What happens when the filter is saturated?

You gully suck it out and dispose.

Is D-Rainclean supplied in standard lengths?

Yes, one metre lengths either with or without the HA grid.

Will the system clean water for return to a zone one water protected area?

Yes.

Do you have Environment Agency approval?

Each project is different and EA approval is requested for each.

Do you have experience of the EA not approving the system?

No, we work closely with our clients, giving them as much technical information as possible to answer any question that might arise.