Using Ecoraster Ground Stabilization Grids for Roadways, Driveways, and Landscaping
In this blog we’re going to explore a variety of ways that municipalities, contractors, and landscapers throughout Ontario are using the Ecoraster E40 and Ecoraster E50 for their projects. Ecoraster Ground Stabilization Grids are permeable paving systems used for access roads, driveways, landscaping projects, and more.
If you’ve got a project that required additional ground stabilization, talk to our team by phone or email for expert advice and a customized quote. You can learn more about the Ecoraster E40 and E50 on our product page here.
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Eglinton Crosstown LRT Maintenance Access Road
Challenge
Integrating a maintenance access road with a grassed appearance adjacent to a newly constructed light rail transit, ensuring it blends seamlessly with the surrounding park, while also preventing erosion and allowing for stormwater runoff infiltration.
Solution
To tackle these challenges, Metrolinx introduced Ecoraster E50 permeable pavement solution.
Project Overview
Metrolinx aimed to integrate an access road with grassed appearance adjacent to a newly constructed light rail transit but anticipated potential issues with rutting caused by maintenance vehicles. To address this, they utilized Ecoraster E50 due to its capacity to endure heavy vehicle loads and distribute tire point loads across the subbase. Additionally, the E50’s permeability allows efficient stormwater runoff infiltration, minimizing the need for site servicing structures.
The installation process was simplified by the E50’s modular design, making it straightforward to implement. The cells were filled with soil and seed. Ultimately, the entire feature resulted in a grass-like appearance with robust permeable reinforcement concealed beneath.
Benefits of Ecoraster E50 include:
- Adaptable to cold climates: Ecoraster can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including snow plowing, ensuring year-round functionality.
- Resistant to UV exposure and aggressive solvents.
- Modular in design: simplifies installation and facilitates customization to suit project requirements.
- Manufactured in Canada from recycled LDPE.
- Promotes infiltration.
- Minimizing water runoff and promoting groundwater recharge
Residential Driveway in Picton, ON
Challenge
When finishing a residential driveway, the design is key. These builders in Picton, Ontario decided to integrate Ecoraster’s permeable grids when comparing to an alternate design due to Ecorasters ability to handle fluctuating temperatures and its durability, making Ecoraster the right choice.
Solution
This private residential project used Ecoraster’s E40 grid to enhance their beautiful landscape.
Project Overview
The driveway was excavated to a level subbase and contractors installed paver banding on the perimeters and some paver quilting up by the garage area. The driveway structure combines Ecoraster E40 along with a gravel fill.
Front Yard Landscaping in Listowel, ON
Challenge
The front yard was difficult to mow, weeds kept taking over, and the grass struggled to grow. Overall, the space became increasingly difficult to maintain and was visually unappealing.
Solution
The customer chose Ecoraster as a landscaping alternative. It provided a stable, low-maintenance surface that reduced weed growth, and created a clean, polished look for the yard.
Project Overview
- The client prepared the base by removing the top layer of sod and tree stumps.
- From there, the ground was raked and leveled. Since this project was mainly for aesthetic purposes and not for stormwater management, the client did not create a retention base.
- A single layer of permeable geotextile fabric was laid on directly on the ground to help mitigate the weeds and prevent the gravel from migrating into the ground.
- Once the fabric was down, the E30 grid was installed and filled with a ¼ inch clean angular stone
- Results: A low-maintenance, permeable front yard with improved curb appeal—no mowing required!
