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LCN June 2006 PMBR05-31-06 | News



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By Alva D. Logsdon, Pavestone Company









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Multi-Stone Paver Systems

Innovations in concrete pave stones continue to introduce new paver options. Venetian Stone?EUR??,,????'?????????????? is a multi-shaped product that has been introduced nationwide. There are a number of unique attributes of this system: the textured cleft surface; available in rectangle (6×8) and square (6×6) combo, a large rectangle (6×12) and 12×12 square that can be installed alone or modulate together for a variety of installation patterns; can be installed tumbled or untumbled and are available in an array of blended color options. The larger scale of this stone delivers a stately residential elegance and an architectural freshness for commercial applications.

As the multi-stone paver systems grow in demand, so too does polymeric joint stabilizing sand. The sands are applied dry and harden after wetting, staying in place better than other sands. Because the polymeric sand hardens, it stays in place better, resisting erosion from the elements of weather, street sweepers and snowplows. They also inhibit weed growth, which increases their popularity among landscape superintendents and maintenance professionals.






Concrete paving stones and segmental retaining walls have revolutionized the hardscapes industry while greatly enhancing landscape designs.


Tumbled Pave Stones

The tumbling process of pave stones introduced an architectural enhancement that quickly became very popular nationwide. Since the stones are tumbled as an after market process, there are many stones shapes to choose from. No two stones look the same, providing a very natural and rustic look. ASTM C-936 rated, the paving stones can be used for both residential and commercial paving applications.






Since these stones are tumbled as an after market process, there are many stones shapes to choose from. No two stones look the same, providing a very natural and rustic look. ASTM C-936 rated, the paving stones can be used for both residential and commercial paving applications.


Permeable or Porous Pave Stones

The need for and use of permeable pave stones, a component of stormwater control best management practices, is a result of the need for porous pavements capable of withstanding high traffic areas. The design of the pave stones, with geometric surface voids, allow for the infiltration of runoff water to infiltrate back into the earth decreasing floods and property damage. Most permeable pave stones come in the standard 4’‘x 8’‘rectangle size allowing for installation patterns such as herringbone or 90 degree herringbone for a true pavement interlock. An option of 2’’ or 3’’ thickness provide permeable pavement solutions for both heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic.






The need for and use of permeable pave stones, a component of stormwater control best management practices, is a result of the need for porous pavements capable of withstanding high traffic areas. The design of the pave stones, with geometric surface voids, allows runoff water to infiltrate back into the earth decreasing floods and property damage.


Mechanically Installed Pavers

Some interlocking concrete pavers can be mechanically laid. Mechanical installation of pavers is ideal for large commercial jobs; as each machine can lay approximately 2,000-3,000 square feet of pavers per day. Installation patterns selections include cross-joint bond, herringbone and running bond.

Segmental Retaining Walls

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4: Feet in height. In most states, retaining walls taller than four feet must be designed by or approved by a qualified, licensed professional engineer. Source: www.ConcreteNetwork.com

1.147: Value, in billions of dollars, of shipments of mixers, pavers and related equipment in the United States in 2003.

1.640: Value, in billions of dollars, of shipments of mixers, pavers and related equipment in the United States in 2004. Source: U.S. Census Bureau






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