Transcription of EcoBlendTM - Day Aggregates
1 EcoBlendTMType 1 Sub-baseSHW 803 November 2009 This brochure describes EcoBlend Type 1 sub-base, amixture of recycled and primaryaggregates, intendedfor use as a sub-baseunder flexible or rigid pavements and Type 1 Sub-baseTechnical DescriptionEcoBlend Type 1 is a mixture oftwo products, both compliant tospecification prior to blending. Theratio of blend is dependent on theneed to produce a product whichperforms to the requirements ofour road building and utilitycustomers. The recycled aggregateused in the mix is produced inaccordance with the QualityProtocol published by is tested to thespecification for Highways Works,Volume 1 Series 800 Clause 803 Type 1 Unbound Mixtures. Testresults are available on Can reduce material costwhen compared with 100%primary aggregate .
2 Offers a sustainable productwhich uses recycled material. Fully compliant tospecification. Robust product whichperforms well in a range ofapplications including trenchworkings and sports pitches. Effective use of should beincorporated in a constructiondesign in the same way asprimary aggregate . Arecommended specification Type 1 sub-base shouldcomply with SHW Type 1 Clause803 (Nov 2009), which mayinclude EcoBlend Type 1produced in accordance with theQuality Protocol published byWRAP and available from DayAggregates (Tel: 0845 0654 655).Grading forEcoBlend Type 1 Sub-baseSieve size % Passing Each Sieve63mm100% use of EcoBlend Type 1does not present any hazards tohuman health over and abovethose of more traditionalproducts (COSHH assessmentsare available on request).
3 It is important that any Type 1 product including EcoBlend should be laid with a suitablemoisture content andcompacted in accordance withthe Specification for to site can be loose orin u se of EcoBlend Type 1rather than primary (quarried) aggregate will help designersand contractors address issues ofsustainability and resourcemanagement. The raw material forEcoBlend contains recycledconstruction and demolitionwaste. This reduces theenvironmental impact of theraw materials used on aproject. Proximity is applied to thelocal sourcing of the rawmaterials recycled content. The material i s supplied as aproduct, not a waste. Current Users ofEcoBlend Products ClancyDocwra Smith ConstructionOther ProductsThe other products which areavailable in the EcoBlend range are: Sharp Washed Sand 0-20mm ballastCase studies Please call or downloadfrom our website details ofrecent projects whereEcoBlend has been usedin the construction offootpaths, car parks, hardlandscaping or widening 0654 655 Transport Avenue, Brentford, Middlesex TW8 9 HFTelephone: 020 8380 9600 Facsimile: 020 8380 Group supplies natural and recycled aggregatesto the construction and civil engineering industryIssue 3 March 2012
