Gtspecifier brochure v14 lo by Green-tech

Urban Landscapes 2014

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Contents Introduction Commentaries Testimonials Landscapes that last

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Urban Tree Planting A Typical Urban Tree

Putting Down Roots gtRootpanel Modular gtRootBarrier 325 gtRootBarrier 360 gtRootBarrier 420 UV

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Stability & Protection gtPermavoid System gtPermavoid Works in 3 Ways… gtPermavoid System Installation Platimat Rootball Fixing System Deadman Rootball Fixing System D-man Rootball Fixing System Specialist Fixing Systems gtResibond Amenity Tree Soil GRB Plus

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Thirsty Trees – Tree & Plant Irrigation Mona Relief Mona Relief Grande Mona Relief Grande Aria Mona Relief Vente Mona Relief Piazza Watering Frequency Mona Plant System How it works Plant System Rings Plant System Links

A Lifetime of Protection Cast Iron Tree Grilles Cast Iron Tree Guards Fabricated Tree Grilles gtMax-Pave gtResigrille

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Soft Landscaping Tree Shelters gtEcomatt - Mulch Mat Tree Belting & Blocks

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Weld Mesh and Staking Aluminium Lawn Edging Dig Deeper with Urban Soils & Growing Media British Standard Topsoil Case Study Amenity Tree Soil Case Study: Holt Park Leisure Centre, Leeds Subsoil & Rootzones Roof Garden Substrate Case Study: Leeds University Roof Garden Technical Information GTS1 GTS2 GTS3 GTS4 GTS5 GTS6 GTS7 GTS8 GTS9 GTS10 GTS11 GTS12 gtLittondale gtRibblesdale gtGarsdale gtNewdale gtCoverdale gtWave Kingsdale/Dentdale gtWharfdale gtSwaledale gtNidderdale gtAiredale gtMalhamdale Terms and Conditions Landscape Solutions from gtSpecifier

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Introduction Landscapes that last… Our towns and cities are under pressure, two thirds of the worlds population is expected to live in urban areas by 2030. Environmental, social and economic demands are making it difficult for us to create healthy, liveable and economically resilient places. As we strive to improve our urban environments and tackle city pressures it is evident the extent trees and green areas are a significant contributory factor in achieving these aims. Urban green spaces play the vital roles of the lung in the urban fabric, a counterpoint to modernist developments and surroundings for urban dwellers social well-being. Green-tech’s Urban Specifier Guide offers a complete portfolio of products that’s will plant, protect and enhance sustainable urbanscapes for future generations.

Trees for the future… The creations of sustainable urban forestry in recent years has become a key factor for policy makers, planners, landscape designers and architects on the design and creation of all urban development and regeneration projects. Planting the tree is just the start – the importance of the ongoing health of the tree is becoming the fundamental strategy to addressing the balance of modern environmental urban pressure points – Storm water & sustainable drainage, micro climates, air quality and CO² levels. “Trees are assets which increase in value over time”

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Commentaries

Testimonials Civic Trees work with Green-tech’s urban tree planting systems to create effective planting schemes nationwide. The wide range of products and technical help available allows us to adjust and adapt planting locations to maximise the planting area to benefit and enhance the trees establishment. Tree planting adds many benefits to the urban landscape yet decreasing funds and lack of space due to services and other utilities, both above and below ground, mean that only well thought out schemes will deliver best value to the client and other stakeholders. By combining technical expertise in pit construction with good quality tree stock, well planted in a first-class growing medium and backed up by comprehensive aftercare Britain’s urban forests can maintain their excellent health and vitality keeping our towns and cities beautifully green Deric Newman, Civic Trees

Trees are a vital part of many of our projects and we consider them at the very beginning of the design process. Correct tree selection then needs to be matched by the right attention to detail in getting them installed properly. Green-tech help us improve the sustainability of our schemes by providing innovative products and techniques to ensure the trees we specify can settle into their new locations quickly and start giving that vital sense of maturity to a scheme that only trees can provide. Correct planting means that they will have the opportunity to survive for many years. Janine Pattison, Landscape & Garden Design MSGD MBALI

Working to a complete and correct specification can make all the difference to a project when working on site. As a Landscape Contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the success of the urban landscapes we work with. Utilising the correct equipment to install a tree or create an open urban space, can make all the difference to our use of time on site, the health and well-being of the plants and trees we care for and most importantly the stamp of approval for the client. Joe Zazetta, Sustain Landscapes

I’ve worked with gtSpecifier in specifying trees for the new ITV headquarters at Salford Quays – the project was subject to tight financial constraints and the gtSpecifier team offered us objective and practical guidance on how to achieve what was required in a cost effective way – offering technical advice which examined alternative systems and specifications – rather than a one size fits all approach Steve Martlew, Stephen Martlew Landscape Architecture

Peter Stringer, Special Projects Manager, Red Rose Forest

As designers and specifiers we very much appreciate the technical support that gtSpecifier have provided, both through their excellent CPD presentations and through their ever helpful telephone technical help. It is reassuring to know that there is up-to-date advice on best practice and innovation in the horticultural industry that is so easily accessible. Mark Smeedon, Director, Smeedon Foreman Landscape Architects

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gtSpecifier has supplied Grace Landscapes with tree planting and landscape maintenance products for over 13 years. Service and delivery is always outstanding and I can rely on the team to go the extra mile when needed. Hugh Pawsey, Managing Director, Grace Landscapes

The team at gtSpecifier has been instrumental in developing our vision for the Coventry Public Realm raised planters into a reality. Throughout the whole production process we were kept informed and up-to-date of progress, the result is a stunning urban planting project to be proud of. Alex Millar, Urban Designer, City Services & Development Directorate, Coventry City Council

Permavoid’s load-bearing properties prevents compaction, the interaction between the nutrient rich soil mixture in the Permavoid and the percolation of rain through the permeable block pavers provides a slow release feed system to the roots below. When the nutrients are washed through over a long period of time it will leave voids which when encountered by tree roots will air prune their growth to arrest any further upward growth and subsequent damage to the paving above. This system will demonstrate the sustainability & long term cost savings of this approach in terms of tree welfare and eradicating root damage to pavements.

The Mona product information video represents the standard and clarity to which other product literature can only aspire. Simple, concise and leaving the viewer with no doubt about the functionality of the product. Easily adopted to other media such as print it provides a means of ensuring that the message is consistent and professionally presented. Paul Hensey, Paul Hensey Landscape Garden Design, MSGD

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Urban landscapes enhance the environment Urban landscapes enhance the environment and create beautiful areas for work, rest and play.

Urban landscapes that last, provide:

1 Improved air quality

4 Green roofs provide insulation

7 Sense of Place & Landmark

2 Biodiversity & Habitat Creation

5 Promote health and well-being

8 Social Improvements

3 Reduced CO2 Levels

6 Property Value Increase

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Urban Tree Planting

A Typical Urban Tree Urban Trees and urban green areas encourage social activities and community cohesion – both having a positive physical and psychological effect. Evidence has shown that in some locations areas with high numbers of trees experience less crime. Tree-lined streets promote calmer driving. Carefully positioned trees can improve sightlines and help to slow down cars. Within urban settings they can be used as an alternative to bollards and speed bumps or to reinforce the presence and enhance the role of a central reservation.

1 Tree Guard 2 Tree Grille 3 gtPermatex 300 membrane 4 gtPermatie connector 5 gtPermavoid Unit 6 gtTRC30 membrane 7 Mona Irrigation 8 Root Barrier 9 Anchor System

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Urban Trees also help to reduce noise pollution, absorbing and deflecting sound.

The presence of vegetation, and soft rather than hard surfaces, reduces the extent to which sound carries around urban areas. Green spaces and Greenroof’s reduce noise by reducing reflection of the sound wave and Trees absorbs lateral short wave – both elevating urban noise.

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99 Urban Tree Planting

Putting Down Roots - Rootbarrier in Urban Landscapes Urban trees deliver ‘real’ economic, social and environmental benefits, but their dense woody root systems grow very close to the surface which can cause considerable damage. The three most common root damages are: • Roads, footpaths and cycle paths can be undermined causing dangerous and damaging surface movement • Structures with shallow foundations can be damaged causing subsidence and cracking • Cabling and pipe work can become compromised gtRootBarrier offers a solution to this problem, allowing healthy urban root systems to develop to grow but ensuring woody roots are diverted away from vulnerable areas in their search for water and nutrients. gtSpecifier offers a range of Rootbarriers that can be installed in a number of ways to best suit the required application: • Vertically as a partition between roots and sewage pipes, cables, foundations, roads and pathways • Vertically around trees, shrubs or plants such as bamboo • Wrapped around sewage pipes, cables or mains

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NEW

gtRootbarrier

Impermeable Rootbarrier

gtRootpanel Modular Root Barrier System

gtRootBarrier 325

gtRootBarrier 325 protects utilities

gtRootpanel system components

Simple click together system

Bespoke size simply inserted around rootball

Sits neatly & securely around the rootball

gtRootBarrier 325 installed on a high street

A unique modular system that simply clicks and connects together to create a bespoke fit root barrier. The gtRootpanel system encourages correct downward root development and eradicates the risk of root swirl or the “flowerpot effect”. Smooth HDPE panels are joined together with a RootBarrier Connector, that creates a secure barrier directing root growth downwards away from the soil surface.

Features

Dimensions

• Strong and impenetrable to roots

Description

• Variable lengths and widths

gtRootBarrier® is manufactured using a unique coating to make it totally impermeable and is only available in the UK from gtSpecifier.

Size (mm) W

• Manufactured from 2mm thick HDPE

gtRootpanel 600

600

350

• Offers trees the possibility to develop themselves completely so that they get stability and growth space

gtRootpanel 1200:35

1200

350

gtRootpanel 1200:70

1200

700

gtRootpanel 1800

1800

700

• Can be installed at a distance of less than 2 meters around the tree. • Durable, environment friendly and recyclable

gtRootBarrier 325

Tree management means that the natural requirements of the tree are combined with the need to protect structures from the root system. gtRootBarrier ® effectively controls the roots whilst protecting the tree roots from pollutants and acids in the soil. This helps the tree to establish more quickly and keep it healthy, especially in the first five years of life.

Features

Technical Specification

• Strong and impenetrable to the roots of trees, shrubs and other plants

Roll size: 50m Width: 0.65m, 1m, 1.3m, 2m

• Lightweight

Manufactured from: DuPont™ Xavan® with an extruded coating on one side

• Flexible

Weight: 325 gr/m2

• 100% waterproof

Puncture Resistance: 3420 N

• Easy to install

• Recyclable • 25 Year Guarantee

• Resistant to bacteria and most chemicals

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Impermeable Rootbarrier

Bamboo Rootbarrier

gtRootBarrier 360

gtRootBarrier 420 UV

gtRootBarrier controlling bamboo root growth

gtRootBarrier 360 re-directing root growth

gtRootBarrier 360

gtRootBarrier 360 protects services & utilities

gtRootBarrier 420

gtRootBarrier 420 efficiently controls root direction

gtRootBarrier 360 is coated on both sides, redirecting root growth towards optimum soil and nutrition.

RootBarrier® 420 UV is a black root protection screen with a double-sided extruded coating.

This makes gtRootBarrier ® 360 even sturdier as well as being a barrier from either side. Consider how handy gtRootBarrier ® 360 would be to keep the roots of two trees or shrubs from growing together. This would make it simpler to remove one or both plants from the soil at a later stage.

The smooth coating denies the roots a hold and forces them to grow downwards. gtRootBarrier ® 420 UV is based on a sturdier geotextile and has a thicker coating than gtRootBarrier ® 325 and gtRootBarrier ® 360. Because of this the root protection screen is suited for the more aggressive roots of e.g. bamboo and reeds. gtRootBarrier ® 420 UV is UV-proof and may be used partly above ground.

Features

Technical Specification

• Strong and impenetrable to the roots of trees, shrubs and other plants

Roll size: 50m Width: 0.65m, 1m, 1.3m, 2m

• Lightweight

Manufactured from: DuPont™ Xavan® with an extruded coating on both sides

• Flexible

Weight: 360 gr/m2

• 100% waterproof

Puncture Resistance: 3480 N

• Easy to install

• Recyclable • 25 Year Guarantee

Features

Technical Specification

• Strong and impenetrable to aggressive roots

Roll size: 50m

• UV-proof • Lightweight

Manufactured from: DuPont™ Xavan® with an extruded coating on both sides

• Flexible

Weight: 420 gr/m2

• 100% waterproof

Puncture Resistance: 4120 N

Width: 0.7m, 1m, 1.4m

• Easy to install

• Resistant to bacteria and most chemicals • Recyclable • 25 Year Guarantee

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99 Urban Tree Planting

Stability & Protection - Tree & Ground Stabilisation Systems Most urban tree root systems grow within the top 600mm of the soil in a tree pit. Roots develop and grow in the upper zone of the tree pit because that is where water, minerals and oxygen can be extracted and gained most successfully â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this process is vital to the trees long term health. In urban areas the upper zone of the tree pit can experience extreme pressures from hard landscapes, pedestrian and vehicle traffic and water run-off. These pressures can result in the tree pits becoming over-compacted. The consequence of over-compacted soil is not only poor establishment or failure of the tree but also increase surface water run-off and surface ponding that reduces the visual and physical amenity of the landscape and can contribute to localised flooding. gtSpecifier has a range of products that provides protection for newly planted trees even in the most challenging urban situations.

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Urban Tree Planting

gtPermavoid System

gtPermavoid Works in 3 Ways…

gtPermavoid is a revolutionary, loadbearing tree pit system for the landscape industry that has been tried and tested in Europe for many years.

Load Bearing Structure

Creating A Forest Environment

Root Control

Installing the gtPermavoid system within hard landscaped areas provides a load bearing structure, allowing 70 tonnes per m2 to be traversed over it, making it ideal for areas with heavy trafficking and vehicle access. The structural stability of the gtPermavoid system provides essential protection for the tree pit preventing soil compaction and damage to roots.

The units that create the gtPermavoid System can be backfilled with topsoil, providing additional stability for the structure and the newly planted tree. The addition of topsoil at this stage assists with the creation of a forest floor effect providing sustained feeding over a longer period of time, promoting optimum growth and the healthiest possible start for the tree.

Optimum root growth spreads from the trunk outwards, close to the soil surface with only 10% of roots choosing their route of growth further than 2m below the ground. Therefore the majority of the tree’s integral route structure will be close to the soil surface and trunk of the tree.

gtPermavoid has been widely used on many high profile urban tree planting projects in the Netherlands over the last ten years. gtPermavoid is a series of modular units that lock together to form a raft structure. The raft structure is assembled at the nursery line level of the tree to reduce soil compaction whilst at the same time, providing an ideal load-bearing support in hard landscaped areas. The open structure of the gtPermavoid raft system also creates an air void that deters root growth upwards.

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Key features: • Creates the perfect growing environment for trees • Simple and quick to install • Directs root growth away from surface • Incorporate with Green-tree top soil for optimal nutrient content, moisture and aeration. • Accommodates a variety of project scenarios • Proven system • Manufactured from recycled materials

There is no requirement to install root control equipment further than 1m below ground.

The gtPermavoid system, sits in a raft position near the top of the tree pit providing an air gap between the hard surface and the tree’s roots. It is widely recognised that tree roots will only grow in nutrient rich soil and air acts as a natural deterrent for root growth. The air gap created by gtPermavoid encourages root-growth downwards and away from the surface, providing peace of mind for the future of the tree and the urban landscape in which it is planted.

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Urban Tree Planting

gtPermavoid System Installation The gtPermavoid System is simple to install, providing the best start for a newly planted urban tree.

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1. Excavate Tree pit

2. Add drainage layer (if required)

3. Install specified anchor system

4. Back fill lower pit with approved subsoil and position tree

5. Fill top 500mm with Green-tree Topsoil

6. Install Permavoid as per specification and backfill with Green-tree

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7. Place grille and guard around tree where specified

8. Finish surface as per specification

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Urban Tree Planting

Platimat Rootball Fixing System

Deadman Rootball Fixing System

The preferred method of securing rootballed and containerised semi-mature trees. Platypus platimat has been widely used on many high profile urban tree. The ease of installation and lack of unsightly guy wires makes it the first choice of landscaper architects. The Plati-Mat allows secure positioning of newly transplanted trees, whilst offering major benefits over traditional root support systems. Available in five standard sizes, the Plati-Mat can be tailored to suit most rootball dimensions. This significant development allows faster installation and provides a greater contact surface area at the top of the rootballed or container grown tree.

Benefits: • Planting at the nursery line • Reduced overall installation time • More secure fixing creating better establishment • No unsightly stakes or timber above ground • Suitable for most rootballed and containerised stock

Installation tools required Code

Description

RF0P

The systems use kerbstone or sleepers as anchor points and providing that the soil placed on top of the kerbstone or sleepers has been well compacted before placing the tree in the pit, the systems offer fast and efficient method of securing rootball trees up to 12m high.

Drive Rods

Rod Removers

Load Locking

Tensioners

3 x S21 Anchors, 2m of galv wire, Up to 2.5m/Up 1 x ratchet tensioner and 3 x Plati-Mats to 12cm

HDRS2

n/a

PHO

RF1P

3 x S41 Anchors, 4m of galv wire, 2.5m – 4.5m/ 1 x ratchet tensioner and 3 x Plati-Mats 12cm – 25cm

HDRS4/ PDRS4

RR1

PH1

TL1

Code

Description

Tree Height/ Circumference

Drive Rods

Rod Removers

Load Locking

Tensioners

RF2P

3 x S61 Anchors, 5m of galv wire, 4.5m – 7.5m/ 1 x ratchet tensioner and 3 x Plati-Mats 25m – 45cm

HDRS6/ PDRS6

RR1

Ph1

TL1

RF1RDMP

3 x wire chokes, 4m of galv wire, 1 x ratchet tensioner and 3 x Plati-Mats

2.5m – 4.5m/ 12cm – 25cm

n/a

TL1

RF3P

3 x S81 Anchors, 8m of galv wire, 1x ratchet tensioner and 3 x Plati-Mats

7.5m – 12m/ 45cm – 75cm

HDRS8/ RR1 PDRS8

SJ1

TL2

RF2RDMP

3 x wire chokes, 5m of galv wire, 1 x ratchet tensioner and 3 x Plati-Mats

4.5m – 7.5m/ 25m – 45cm

n/a

TL1

RF4P

3 x B61 Anchors, 10m of galv wire, 12m+/75cm+ 1 x ratchet tensioner and 3 x Plati-Mats

HDRS8/ RR1 PDRS8

SJ1

TL2

Tree Height/ Circumference

Designed to satisfy the requirement of a specialist market, deadman systems offer effective solutions for planting in difficult urban environments where services may be a problem.

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Urban Tree Planting

D-man Rootball Fixing System

Rootball Anchor System – Strap • Extremely easy to use either individually or in multiples • Removes kerb / sleeper variations from anchor system • Simple to lock/unlock cells together • Cells are omni directional for connecting together • Unique letterbox style wire tendon anchor point system • The cells are nestable and packed with our kits in standard boxes • Unique cup shape for water storage • Tested and approved by industry experts

Designed primarily to replace the traditional Deadman such as Kerbstones or Sleepers in areas where normal underground anchors are impossible to use due to services /shallow soil/roof gardens or gas tight membranes on brownfield sites. An evolution in deadman anchoring. A tree anchor is only as good as the anchor that secures it, with wide ranging variances in sleepers, kerb stone or pin kerbs, loading was not quantifiable and differed from project to project. D-man anchors were created to address this issue. The unique locking cells remove the need for sleepers or kerbs. The cells create a surface area in the base of the tree pit providing a quantifiable anchoring resistance.

Benefits:

Installation tools required Code

Description

Tree Height/ Circumference

Drive Rods

Rod Removers

Load Locking

Tensioners

RF1PDMAN

3 x wire chokes, 4m of galv wire, 1 x ratchet tensioner, 3 x Plati-Mats and 3 x D-MAN Cells

2.5m – 4.5m/ 12cm – 25cm

HDRS2

n/a

TL1

3 x wire chokes, 5m of galv wire, 1 x ratchet tensioner, 3 x Plati-Mats and 6 x D-MAN Cells (3 x 2 Cells connected)

4.5m – 7.5m/ 25m – 45cm

HDRS4/ n/a PDRS4

3 x wire chokes with delta links, 3m x 25mm strap, 1 x strap tensioner and 3 x D-MAN Cells

2.5m – 4.5m/ 12cm – 25cm

HDRS6/ n/a PDRS6

n/a

3 x wire chokes with delta links, 5m x 35mm strap, 1 x strap tensioner and 6 x D-MAN Cells (3 x 2 Cells connected)

4.5m – 7.5m/ 25m – 45cm

HDRS8/ n/a PDRS8

n/a

RF2PDMAN

RF1SDMAN

RF2SDMAN

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n/a

A tree anchoring system, using a webbing strap and bespoke tensioner, is ideal for small inexpensive rootballed trees on projects with a limited budget.

TL1

• No more leaning trees due to insufficient strap tension from other inferior ratchet systems

• Systems uses proven anchor technology

• No unsightly stakes or timber above ground

• Strap trims easily with scissors

• Specially engineered tensioners

• Planting at nursery line Installation tools required Code

Description

Tree Height/ Circumference

Drive Rods

Rod Removers

Load Locking

Tensioners

RF1S

3 x S41 Anchors with delta links, 3m x 25mm strap and 1 x strap tensioner

2.5m – 4.5m/ 12cm – 25cm

HDRS4/ PDRS4

RR1

PH1

TL1S

RF2S

3 x S61 Anchors with delta links, 5m x 35mm strap and 1 x strap tensioner

4.5m – 7.5m/ 25m – 45cm

HDRS6/ PDRS6

RR1

PH1

TL1S

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Urban Tree Planting

gtResibond - Porous tree pit surface

gtBrittany Bronze

gtWhite

gtCorn Flint

gtSilver

gtRed

gtResibond is an aesthetically pleasing porous resin bonded surface layer of aggregate, suitable for the surrounds of trees within hard-landscaped areas. gtResibond can be used in areas where conventional means of mulching with loose materials, may not be practical due to the constant displacement of the material increasing maintenance time and costs. Regarded in the industry as a ‘resi-bound’ system, gtResibond relies on the aggregate and the resin being agitated together in mixer, and then spread over the prepared base with hand floats and trowels.

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Features

Technical Specification

• Once laid and allowed to cure is virtually maintenance free

Pack coverage: 1m2 of surfacing (45mm depth)

• Categorised as a hard surface, it has the attributes of being durable and hard wearing; able to withstand pedestrian trafficking, wheel chairs and prams • Porous allowing the free flow of air and moisture in the soil thus maintaining a healthy environment for the tree to develop

Ambient temperature: 5°C and 35°C during application and cure Cure: 20°C 3.0 – 4.0 hours Mix Life: 20°C 20 minutes Appearance: Pale straw coloured liquid Viscosity: 25°C 0.7–1.2 Pas (7–12 P) Storage Life: 20°C 2 years

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Urban Tree Planting

Amenity Tree Soil A load bearing, fertile planting medium designed for use in urban environments. Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil allows the developments of tree root infrastructure under hard surfaces such as pavements and car parking areas. It has a naturally open structure that is load bearing, providing solid structure and aeration to the root system.

Benefits: • Combats problems of poor root structure and subsequent poor growth • Allows compaction whilst providing aeration to soil and allows oxygen and water access to the root system • Compaction testing kits available • Regular testing to maintain quality

Applications: This product should only be used in situations where a compact soil structure is absolutely unavoidable. In order for the root zone to be successfully implemented, adequate drainage is a must. Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil should be used in conjunction with the Mona Landscape Irrigation range for future irrigation of the urban tree planting. A load bearing growing media for trees in hard landscaped areas.

Typical analysis of Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil

pH Value

7.8

Particle Shape

Sub Rounded

Percolation Rate (at 40cm tension)

53mm/hour

Loose Bulk Density (1.85 Compacted)

1.7 tonne/m3

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Urban Landscapes

GRB Plus

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A tried and tested solution for ground protection and stabilisation, GRB Plus has been specified on many major projects across the UK. It provides excellent strength and protection whilst permitting the free-flow of water and minimising drainage problems.

Typical specification of GRB Plus

• Manufactured from 100% recycled polymer

Wall Depth

40mm

Weight/m2

4.56kg/m2

• Manufactured in the UK

Number of tiles per m2 4

• Supports vehicles up to 250 tonnes

Load Capacity

Up to 250 tonnes/m2

Axle Weight

Up to 16 tonnes

Material

100% Recycled UV Stable Polymer from UK sources

Temperature Stability

-30 to +80°C

Chemical Resistance

Rocksalt, ammonia, acid rain, petroleum products, hydrocarbons

Estimated Installation Time

100m2 per person per hour (depending upon ground preparation)

Base Specifications

Minimum 250mm for car parking, 450mm for heavier vehicles

• Minimal maintenance • Unique GRB Plus locking system for a speedy installation • Lightweight, easy to assemble • No additional fixings or tools required • Allows surface water to drain freely • Can be finished with grass, gravel and stone

Grid Area

500 x 500 x 40mm

Wall Thickness

4mm

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Urban Tree Planting

Thirsty Trees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tree & Plant Irrigation Newly transplanted urban trees take time to address the balance between the amount of water absorption by the root ball and the loss of water via transpiration. During this initial period of imbalance, additional watering is critical to the survival of newly planted trees. Drought stress remains one of the biggest contributors to high mortality rates of transplanted trees in their first few years of establishment. Research has highlighted that a regular watering regime can result in over three times the growth rate of new roots in an urban tree pit. gtSpecifier offers a specialist range of irrigation solutions that ensures the urban tree receives the very best start.

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Urban Tree Planting

Mona Relief

Mona Relief Grande

Aria Vented Inlet

Description

Features

Description

Features

A robust unit that delivers water straight to the roots of the tree. Installed with a perforated pipe that surrounds the tree’s rootball, the Mona Relief system is a cost effective solution for preventing drought with newly planted trees.

• 35mm irrigation pipe

Delivering water straight to the roots of the tree, the Mona Relief Grande has an in-built filter ensuring only water and air have access to the irrigation ring. Installed with a perforated pipe that surrounds the tree’s rootball, the Mona Relief system is a cost effective solution for preventing drought with newly planted trees.

• 60mm irrigation pipe

• Simple to install • Quick to install • Discreet and unobtrusive

Technical Specification Model

Diameter of Irrigation Ring

Application Type

MR1

400mm

Specimen Shrubs

MR2

560mm

Standard Trees, Selected Standard, 8–10cm Girth

Model

Diameter of Irrigation Ring

Application Type

MR3

800mm

Selected Standard, Heavy Standard

MRG3

900mm

Specimen Shrubs

MR4

1300mm

Extra Heavy Standard

Optional Aria Vented Inlet

• Simple to install • Integral filters • Flip top inlet • Reduces watering frequency

Technical Specification

MRG5

1530mm

Standard Trees, Selected Standard, 8–10cm Girth

MRG8

2500mm

Selected Standard , Heavy Standard

MRG8D

2500mm (Double Inlet)

Extra Heavy Standard

Allows water to be filled through the cap, whilst preventing debris from blocking the pipe. Model

Diameter of Irrigation Ring

Application Type

MRSA1

400mm

Specimen Shrubs

MRSA2

560mm

Standard Trees, Selected Standard, 8–10cm Girth

MRSA3

800mm

Selected Standard, Heavy Standard

MRSA4

1300mm

Extra Heavy Standard

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Urban Tree Planting

Mona Relief Grande Aria

Mona Relief Vente

Description

Features

Description

Features

The Mona Relief Grande Aria irrigation unit has a vented irrigation inlet, it is easy to install and delivers water directly to the tree or shrub roots at a consistent level.

• Flip top grid inlet for faster filling

The Mona Relief Vente irrigation unit is manufactured from cast aluminium, it is decorative, robust and fits perfectly within an urban landscape environment. Mona Relief Vente is compatible with standard relief irrigation tubing and the gtSpecifier range of tree grilles and guards.

• Decorative aluminium finish

• Cost effective • Large water filling capacity • Grid inlet limits blockages • Allows water and air to access the irrigation pipe

• Robust design • Securely screws into place to prevent tampering • Co-ordinates with the Dales Collection grilles and guards

Technical Specification Model

Diameter of Irrigation Ring

Application Type

MRGA3

900mm

Specimen Shrubs

MRGA5

1530mm

Standard Trees, Selected Standard, 8–10cm Girth

MRGA8

2500mm

Selected Standard, Heavy Standard

MRGA8D

2500mm (Double Inlet)

Extra Heavy Standard

• Suitable for hard and soft landscaped areas

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Technical Specification Model

Diameter of Irrigation Ring

Application Type

MRV3

900mm

Specimen Shrubs

MRV5

1530mm

Standard Trees, Selected Standard, 8–10cm Girth

MRV8

2500mm

Selected Standard, Heavy Standard

MRV8D

2500mm (Double Inlet)

Extra Heavy Standard

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Urban Tree Planting

Mona Relief Piazza

Urban Tree Planting Watering Frequency

Description

Features

A square irrigation unit manufactured from cast aluminium, specifically designed for installation in hard landscaped areas. Ideal for incorporation within paved tree grilles.

• Robust and secure inlet

Girth (cm)

Height (m)

Rootball size (Dia x Depth)

Container size (Dia x depth)

Weight (kg)

Est. daily transpiration rates (litres)

Recommended first season watering (litres/month)

Feathered

1–1.5

20x15

15L

Light standard

6–8

1.5–2.0

20x15

15L

Standard

8–10

2.0–2.5

30x20

45x35/45L

1.2

Selected Standard

10–12

2.5–3.0

40x30

45x35/45L

12–14

3.0–3.5

40 x 30

45x35/45L

115

14–16

3.5–4.0

50x50cm

60x50cm

100

150

16–18

4.0–4.5

50x50cm

60x50cm

175

190

18–20

4.0–4.5

60x60cm

70x60cm

250

220

20–25

4.5–5.5

70x60cm

80x60cm

350

300

25–30

5.0–6.0

80x60cm

90x60cm

500

340

30+

5.5+

90x60cm+

100x60cm+

650

370

• Contemporary design • Co-ordinates with paved tree grilles

Technical Specification Model

Diameter of Irrigation Ring

Application Type

MRP3

900mm

Specimen Shrubs

MRP5

1530mm

Standard Trees, Selected Standard, 8–10cm Girth

MRP8

2500mm

Selected Standard, Heavy Standard

MRP8D

2500mm (Double Inlet)

Extra Heavy Standard

Heavy standard Extra heavy

Semi mature

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Urban Tree Planting

Exclusive to

Mona Plant System

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Mona Plant System

How it works

An advanced and well proven subterranean irrigation system suitable for interior and exterior planting applications. The Mona Plant System is versatile, cost effective and environmentally friendly, the perfect solution for any landscaping project large or small. The Mona Plant System ensures water and nutrients are delivered in the correct quantity to the roots of plants and trees. This results in healthy root development and optimum growth. • A subterranean system • Manufactured in the UK, all parts are recyclable • No mechanical, electrical or moving parts • Simple to install • Plant’s roots absorb water from the Mona tanks as and when they require it. (capillary action)

• Eliminates over-watering and water wastage • Aerates soil

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The Mona Plant System was developed in Sweden over 30 years ago after extensive research into the growth and success of plants and trees in an urban environment. Naturally a plant takes on essential water and nutrients from the soil, transporting water through its roots. It does this through the process of capillary action, which occurs when the roots absorbing the liquid are stronger than the force of gravity. The water is then pulled through the soil, direct to the plant’s roots absorbing nutrients from the soil on the way.

• Reduces watering frequency Today the Mona Plant System is manufactured and distributed by Green-tech Ltd. It has been specified and installed on many projects across the UK and Europe for over 30 years.

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Each yellow tank in the Mona Plant System acts as a water reservoir, storing water underground to provide essential water and nutrients as and when required. The yellow reservoirs contain internal capillary legs that can irrigate the roots of plants sitting 150mm above the reservoir and within a 400mm diameter. The Mona Plant System provides a more natural pattern of feeding for the plant resulting in stronger, healthier blooms.

1. Mona tanks are filled with water via a filler pipe above ground 2. Tanks act as reservoirs to hold the water 3. Roots absorb water via the process of capillary action as and when required by the plant 4. A healthy rootball is established and maintained

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Mona Plant System

Plant System Rings

Exclusive to

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Mona Plant System Rings have been developed specifically after requests from specifiers and contractors wishing to effectively and efficiently irrigate a tree rootball or a planter. It is the most efficient method of ensuring quick establishment and a healthy start for trees and plants. Mona Plant System Rings have been installed in many projects across the UK and Europe. Particularly suitable for interior landscape projects with large planter installations. Ensures quick establishment of plants and healthy root development, the system also provides a more robust solution to the watering of newly planted

trees. Mona Plant System Reservoirs surround the rootball to provide a continuous source of water. The system forms a ring around the rootball to ensure optimal growth. Ideal for the installation of rootball trees in hard landscaped areas.

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• For use in hard landscaped areas with rootball trees

Mona Plant System

Plant System Links

Probably the most versatile of all the Mona Plant Systems, the links can be incorporated into a variety of projects and landscape designs. Each yellow tank is connected via a flexible pipe allowing for any configuration of link system to be built into the specification. • Ideal for interior and exterior landscaping

Applications

• Ideal for deep planting

• Flexible hose connects the tanks for any configuration

2. Slopes

• Suits interior or exterior landscaping

• For use in curved and unusual shaped beds

3. Staircases

• Particularly suitable for the establishment of large trees

• Gradients are handled with ease

5. Roof Gardens

• Perfect for staircases and roof gardens

7. Roundabouts

• Install in large decorative planters for consistent watering

1. Urban Environments

4. Large Planters 6. Flower Beds

• Ideal for shallow planting

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Urban Tree Planting

A Lifetime of Protection - Tree Grilles & Guards Urban protection is critical to the survival of a young tree. gtSpecifier tree protection products can also be used to add architectural design and definition to a urbanscape, offering a diverse range of materials and design â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all manufactured in the UK to ISO9001 Quality Standards. At ground the trees can be protected using a grille, either in cast iron or fabricated steel. A tree grille allows the tree roots to receive natural water, it prevented the soil in the tree pit being compacted and protects tree root systems from vehicle and pedestrian damage. Above ground the tree can be protected using a guard. In the earlier stages of a young trees life it is very vulnerable to damage caused by vandalism and traffic â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this damage can have a detrimental long term effect on the trees development and in worst case can lead to tree mortality.

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gtNewdale

gtGarsdale

gtRibblesdale

Specification

Size: 770mm, 1000mm, 1200mm, 1400mm, 1800mm

Size: 1000mm, 1200mm

Size: 700mm, 800mm, 1080mm, 1200mm, 1400mm, 1760mm

Materials: Grade 250 Cast Iron

Standard Finish: Metal primer, cast iron finish

The Dales Collection

Design & Finish

Installation

Standard Finish: Metal primer, cast iron finish

A range of tree grilles that are not only eye-catching and well-designed but will withstand even the busiest of town centres. Designed to protect the tree pit in a pedestrian environment, tree grilles provide essential air and drainage for the tree’s roots to ensure a healthy and long-life for the planting.

Manufactured from engineering grade cast iron, the gtDales tree grilles are extremely robust and durable. This is because 250 grade cast iron will not rust in the traditional sense in fact over a 100 year timescale an unpainted gtDales tree grille will only loose a minimal amount of microns to oxidisation. The gtDales tree grilles are built to last. Standard tree grilles are supplied with the natural cast iron finish, alternatively the grilles can be supplied with a painted to match most corporate colours.

The gtDales grilles are supplied in half or quarter components for ease of transit. Using a Type 1 or Type 2 support frame the grille can be simply bolted within the grille for added stability and security. The Type 2 frame is necessary for specifications that require a tree guard. If additional security is required, security clips are available to prevent unauthorised removal of the tree grille.

Optional Finish: Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match

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Optional Accessories: Mona irrigation hole

Materials: Grade 250 Cast Iron

Optional Finish: Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match Optional Accessories: Mona irrigation hole

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gtCoverdale

gtLittonale

gtWave

Select your grille

Specification

Size: 900mm, 1200mm, 1400mm, 2000mm

Size: 890mm x 1200mm x 2000mm

Size: 1200mm

1. Select your grille design

Materials: Grade 250 Cast Iron

• High quality finish

Standard Finish: Metal primer, cast iron finish

• Colour coded to corporate branding

Optional Finish: Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match

Optional Accessories: Mona irrigation hole

• Manufactured from grade 250 cast iron • Incorporate with the gtDales Tree Guards

• Simple installation

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Optional Finish: Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match Optional Accessories: Mona irrigation hole

2. Select your size 3. Select your finish. Galvanised/Black Powder Coated/ Corporate Colour 4. Select your frame. Type 1 for tree grille only. Type 2 for tree grille & guard.

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The Dales Collection

Design & Finish

Installation

A contemporary range of tree guards, offering outstanding protection for newly planted trees. Each guard plays an important role in the development of the tree, ensuring a healthy long life for the planting.

Manufactured from UK sourced, mild carbon steel of fully welded construction. The standard gtDales guard finish is hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999. Alternatively a rich primer and a hardwearing polyester powder coating provides an outstanding finish. We are also able to supply the gtDales guards in your corporate colours to match any specification design.

The gtDales guards are supplied in two halves for ease of transit and simply bolt together to form a complete guard. The tree guards are versatile and can be supplied with either a ground fixing or bolt fixing. The ground fixing allows the guard to be pushed into the ground and secured by guard spikes. Bolt fixing the guard permits the guard to be fixed into a tree grille with ease.

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gtSwaledale Specification

gtMalhamdale Specification

gtNidderdale Specification

Size

1.8m x 400mm or 600mm diameter

Size

1.8m x 400mm or 600mm diameter

Size

1.8m x 400mm or 600mm diameter

Materials

Mild steel

Materials

Mild steel

Materials

Mild steel

Standard Finish

Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999

Standard Finish

Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999

Standard Finish

Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999

Optional Finish

Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match

Optional Finish

Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match

Optional Finish

Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match

gtWharfdale Specification

Select your guard

• Manufactured from mild carbon steel

Size

1.8m x 400mm or 600mm diameter

Size

1.8m x 400mm or 600mm diameter

1. Select your guard design

• Fully welded construction

Materials

Mild steel

Materials

Mild steel

2. Select your finish. Galvanised/Black Powder Coated/Corporate Colour

Standard Finish

Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999

Standard Finish

Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999

3. Select your fixing. Ground Secured/ Grille Secured.

Optional Finish

Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match

Optional Finish

Painted in black rust resistant gloss or corporate colour match

• High quality finish • Simple installation

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gtAiredale Specification

• Contemporary designs

Cast Iron Tree Guards

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gtEco-Dek Aluminium Grille

gtKingsdale & gtDentdale Satin Brushed

Description:

The Dales Collection Range of fabricated tree grilles, have been manufactured in accordance with demand from Landscape Architects across the UK requiring or more contemporary finish to complement their overall urban design. Manufactured to coordinate with external light fittings and contemporary tree guard designs, the gtSpecifier range is hardwearing and robust, simply installed within supporting frames providing additional rigidity.

Manufactured from aluminium, the new gtEco-Dek from gtSpecifier is an open grille system allowing essential water, air and nutrients to pass through to the tree’s roots. The gtEco-Dek grille boasts a non-slip, ribbed finish, is lightweight for ease of installation and is fully recyclable. Virtually maintenance free, once installed the aluminium will generate a protective oxide film coating over time, providing additional corrosion resistance. Features: • • • •

gtKingsdale & gtDentdale

Lightweight Environmentally Friendly Robust and structurally sound Available with a powder coated finish.

Technical Specification Size

Bespoke measurements to suit landscape designs. Please consult a member of the team.

Material

Aluminium Grade 6082

UDL 5KN/ Sqm

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Size

Minimum measurement 800m2 – Maximum measurement 2000mm2

Material

Stainless Steel marine grade 316. Other grades available on request.

Finish

Stainless steel or satin brushed

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Urban Tree Planting

gtMax-Pave Tree Grille

gtResigrille Tree Grille

Description

Features

Description

Features

The gtMax-Pave Tree Grille is a stylish and practical tree grille with the urban setting in mind. The design allows paving to be continued almost up to the tree trunk, protecting the trees root system from urban traffic and soil compaction but also allowing rainwater through to maximise irrigation and urban drainage. To ensure the maintenance of the tree a Mona Piazza or Vente Irrigation Unit can be fitted seamlessly into the grille and paving scheme. As a standard item, the gtMax-Pave Tree Grille is ideal for use with block paving, but dimensions of the inner trays can be altered to suit other paving styles. As with all gt tree grilles, the inner trays or grille sections are fastened with security fixings and are fully removable allowing the tree to be removed and replaced if required. Galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999

• Features

The gtResigrille has been developed after requests from contractors across the UK, requiring a tree grille that offers the aesthetic and porous properties of a resin bound surface. The cast iron grille has a recess of 50mm, this unit is then filled with gtResibond creating a secure, robust and porous surface. When filled the gtResigrille supports the load of street traffic protecting the rootball of the tree. Not only does the gtResigrille look contemporary, it is hard wearing and able to withstand frequent trafficking. The gtResigrille also offers a clean surface – no rubbish, cigarette ends or leaves will become trapped within the gtResigrille.

• Time-saving and simple to install

• Heavy duty, robust grille • Can be modified to include a choice of paving. • Provides a seamless urban landscape

Technical Specification Material

Standard Hot Dip Galvanised Steel. Can also be powder coated in any RAL or BS colour.

Grille Size

1000mm2 with 400mm Internal Aperture. Larger & Bespoke sizes also available 1200mm2 with 400mm Internal Aperture. Larger & Bespoke sizes also available

Guard Size

Can be manufactured in any size to suit the paving scheme/pattern

Tree Guard

Normally not required with this design, but a guard can be manufactured as a bespoke product to match the design scheme.

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• Hard wearing and robust • Resistant to trafficking • Contemporary, clean finish

Technical Specification Material

Mild Steel Hot Dip Galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999

Grille Size

1000mm2 with 400mm Internal Aperture. Larger & Bespoke sizes also available 1200mm2 with 400mm Internal Aperture. Larger & Bespoke sizes also available

Guard Size

1.8m x 400mm Internal Aperture

Depth of gtResibond

50mm

Colours available

gtBrittany Bronze, gtCorn Flint, gtRed, gtWhite and gtSilver

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Soft Landscaping

Soft Landscaping For larger urban planting projects that include parks, buffer planting and recreational areas gtSpecifier has developed a number of landscape solutions to accommodate these projects. These urban areas that will experience little or no urban pressures such as heavy trafficking from pedestrians or vehicles will require a different format of planting assistance. This type of urban planting requires a less engineered approach, gtSpecifier offers an extensive range of soft landscaping tree products that will provide optimum growing assistance without the high specification. More commonly found in rural planting projects the soft landscaping product portfolio offers the tree the protection and support it requires to thrive, but uses more traditional techinques. This creates a softer, rural parkland appearance to the overall planting scheme.

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Soft Landscaping

Tree Shelters

gtEcomatt - Mulch Mat

All recycled materials, re-pulled clothing, tailor’s clippings and re-used jute.

Tubex 12D

Service Life

Degradation time frame

Tubex 12D is a new material technology combining Biopolymer (starch based) and Oxo-Biodegradable polypropylene. This combination gives customers all the qualities of a TUBEX shelter (flared rim, laserline and twin wall rigidity), whilst ensuring that it degrades in a more controllable fashion.

The shelters have been designed to suit different applications;

The time frame in which the product degrades will always be dependent on the environment it is in. Many factors contribute to this process, with the important ones being sunlight and whilst bacteria is needed to digest these small chains. It is expected that a 5Y product will offer 5 years of service life, with a further 5 years of degradation.

• 12D shelters have all the benefits of a traditional shelter (light transmission, microclimate, ventilation, protection, easy to install etc) with the added benefit of better degradation control. • 12D shelters offer a complete product lifecycle (shelf life, service life, degradation period) that fits the needs of our customers. • 12D biopolymer is made from sustainable resources.

3Y – designed to start to degrade after 3 years of service life 5Y – designed to start to degrade after 5 years of service life

Degrades in 3 Years Sizes Available Height (m)

Type

Lifespan

0.6

Easywrap 50-65mm 12D

0.6

Tubex Ecostart 12D

0.6

Tubex Std 12D

0.75

Tubex Std 12D

1.2

Tubex Std 12D

1.5

Tubex Std Plus 12D

1.8

Tubex Std Plus 12D

0.6

Shrub Shelter 12D

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gtEcomatt Mulch Mat

Benefits

Technical Specification

Manufactured in the UK, exclusively for Green-tech Ltd from 100% recycled materials: 30% SCP Material: 40% Recycled Jute: Re-used jute sacking and bags from the rice, cocoa and coffee trade. The product is needle punched onto a degradable polythene backing, to allow both air and water to pass through the layers.

• Helps to suppress competing weed growth within the vicinity of the plants root development area.

Available in rolls or 500mm & 1000mm square mats 450g & 750g weights are available.

• Allows water and air to percolate through the wool layer and helps to retain moisture in time of drought.

For gradients up to 35° use 450g gtEcomatt, in instances up to 45–50° we recommend the 750g. A site survey should be undertaken prior to installation to consider specific site circumstances such as wind speed, nature and current erosion.

• The matting/roll acts as an insulator and absorbs heat from the sun thus creating an assisted environment for the plant to establish itself. • Totally degradable, lasting a minimum of two seasons

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Soft Landscaping

Tree Belting & Blocks

Weld Mesh and Staking

Holdfast belting, blocks and ties are manufactured from biodegradable rubber that will withstand the harshest environments. They provide a secure fit without damaging the bark or the tree, offering flexibility even in the coldest temperatures. Holdfast Blocks HB1

HB2

HB3

Width

50mm

Width

75mm

Width

90mm

Height

45mm

Height

63mm

Height

75mm

Depth

25mm

Depth

25mm

Depth

44mm

Holdfast Belting Ref

Material

Width

Thickness Length

Weld Mesh:

Timber Stakes:

Cross Bars:

HP25

PVC Belting

25mm

2mm

25m

PVC Belting

38mm

2mm

25m

12 gauge wire, 25mm x 75mm grid size, galvanised.

Soft Wood, treated with chamfered top.

Soft wood, treated.

HP40 HR25

Heavy Duty Rubber Belting

25mm

3mm

15m

Dimensions

HR40

Heavy Duty Rubber Belting

38mm

3mm

15m

Heavy Duty Rubber Belting

50mm

Heavy Duty Webbed Belting

25mm

HW40

Heavy Duty Webbed Belting

38mm

2mm

50m

GT50

gt Natural Tie

50mm

1mm

36m

6P007

High Gloss Strapping

40mm

3mm

10m

HR50

HW25

Holdfast Buckle Tree Tie 300mm x 125mm 380mm x 250mm 450mm x 250mm 600mm x 250mm

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3mm

2mm

15m

50m

Height

Diameter

Height

Diameter

Height

Depth

Width

1200mm

200mm

1250mm

50mm

900mm

38mm

75mm

1200mm

250mm

1650mm

75mm

900mm

25mm

75mm

1200mm

350mm

1800mm

70mm

1800mm

200mm

2400mm

200mm

Holdfast Spacer Sleeves

1800mm

250mm

2400mm

300mm

1200mm x 40mm

1800mm

300mm

1200mm x 25mm 300mm x 25mm 300mm x 40mm

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Soft Landscaping

Aluminium Lawn Edging

Soft Landscaping

Rite-Edge Lawn Edging

Dimensions:

Technical Specification

Rite Edge aluminium landscape lawn edging has been designed by both landscape architects and landscape contractors to offer greater flexibility in design and installation over any other edging material. Rite Edge is manufactured from strong, lightweight aluminium that will not rust, crack or rot like steel, wood or plastic.

Natural Aluminium Edging 102mm width x 2438mm Length

Material: Aluminium Alloy 6063 to T6 Hardness

Brown Aluminium Edging 102mm width x 2438mm Length

Installation: With fixing stakes at 1200mm intervals Life Expectancy: 27 Years

Green Aluminium Edging 102mm width x 2438mm Length Black Aluminium Edging 102mm width x 2438mm Length

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Dig Deeper

Dig Deeper with Urban Soils & Growing Media â&#x20AC;&#x153;The health and structure of a tree is a reflection of the soil health in which it growsâ&#x20AC;?. The ecological processes which govern tree survival and growth are concentrated around the soil and root interface. The tree root gains not only water and oxygen from the soil but key essential nutrients phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulphur and nitrogen. But the soils in which urban trees grow are often mistreated and of poor quality. The soil is often compacted, have little organic matter or high levels of contaminants. Poor quality tree pit soil results in a poor tree and the benefits they provide are minimised. gtSpecifier offers a range of manufactured soils that can be both stable and fertile. The benefit of using a manufactured soil is that it can deliver a repeatable quality and can be formulated to site specific needs. This allows the tree to be set in the best foundation possible every time.

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ST A N DAR

CERT

ST A N DAR

IED BRI IF

SH TI

ST A N DAR

SH TI

British Standard Topsoil

IED BRI IF

CERT

Dig Deeper IED BRI IF

CERT

Dig Deeper

Case Study: Harton Quay, South Tyneside

Green-tree topsoil is manufactured using organic compost and overburdened sand from quarries, all products that would otherwise end up in landfill.

Over 1200 tonnes of Green-tree, British Standard topsoil has been installed into the recent regeneration programme at Harton Quay Park, South Tyneside.

The top soil is certified to BS3882:2007 standards, requiring no additional fertiliser for the first season. Green-tree topsoil is perfect for landscaping and construction projects that are focused on environmental sustainability and maintaining their green credentials.

The £2.8 million waterfront park development of Harton Quay that opened late summer 2013, aims to become a flagship destination for locals and visitors to South Tyneside. The park is designed to meet the needs of all ages and abilities, with accessible cycle and footpaths and a respectful acknowledgement of the history associated with this particular area.

Typical analysis of Green-tree topsoil

Benefits:

Applications:

pH Value (1:2.5 Water Extract)

7.2

• Housing developments

Clay (<0.002mm)

11%

• Complies to BS3882:2007 standards

Silt (0.002 – 0.063mm)

17%

Sand (0.0063 – 2.0mm)

72%

• High organic matter content and fertility status

• Public parks and recreation areas

Total Nitrogen (DUMUS)

0.6%

• Environmentally sustainable compost blend

• Structural planting

Extractable Phosphorus

72mg

• Year-round availability

Extractable Potassium

546mg/l

Extractable Magnesium

167mg/l

Organic Matter

10%

• Offers good water holding capacity and drought resistance

Carbon: Nitrogen Ratio

12:1

• Peat free • Prescription mix available • Easy to spread on site

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• Commercial developments

• Domestic gardens

Green-tree topsoil was utilised specifically for the landscape works that formed the park area. Green-tree topsoil proved to be the ideal choice for this type of installation as the high fertility composition of the topsoil ensured quick establishment for the turfed and seeded areas of the park. The topsoil is manufactured from recycled green compost and natural sands offering exceptional sustainability credentials for the project overall. Plus, by conforming to British Standards, Green-tree topsoil guaranteed that every load delivered maintained the same high levels of fertility, friability and consistency.

Andy Joyce, Harton Quay Site Manager commented:

“The Green-tree topsoil was delivered in phased sections to suit the landscape programme at Harton Quay. Every load received was of excellent quality throughout the delivery schedule.”

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Dig Deeper

Amenity Tree Soil

Case Study: Holt Park Leisure Centre, Leeds

A load bearing, fertile planting medium designed for use in urban environments. Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil allows the developments of tree root infrastructure under hard surfaces such as pavements and car parking areas. It has a naturally open structure that is load bearing, providing solid structure and aeration to the root system. A load bearing growing media for trees in hard landscaped areas.

Benefits:

Applications:

• Combats problems of poor root structure and subsequent poor growth

This product should only be used in situations where a compact soil structure is absolutely unavoidable. In order for the root zone to be successfully implemented, adequate drainage is a must. Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil should be used in conjunction with the Mona Landscape Irrigation range for future irrigation of the urban tree planting.

• Allows compaction whilst providing aeration to soil and allows oxygen and water access to the root system • Compaction testing kits available • Regular testing to maintain quality

Typical analysis of Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil

pH Value

7.8

Particle Shape

Sub Rounded

Percolation Rate (at 40cm tension)

53mm/hour

Loose Bulk Density (1.85 Compacted)

1.7 tonne/m3

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Holt Park community leisure centre, located in North Leeds has recently received a multi-million pound overhaul after 36 years of operation. The new leisure centre based on Holtdale Approach transforms the existing building and landscaped areas that had become tired since they first opened in the 1970’s. A main focus of the development was to enhance the existing open space by including soft-landscaped areas within the build, connecting the leisure centre area with surrounding neighbourhoods. The aim is to encourage a pedestrian friendly and an attractive centre for the community to visit. Green-tree supplied Amenity Tree Soil into this development for the extensive tree planting that surrounds the new leisure centre. Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil is the ideal solution for a development such as this, it provides vital nutrients, water and oxygen that give the trees the best start whilst also preventing soil compaction. The structure and nature of Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil ensures water and oxygen are supplied freely to the tree’s root system and also aids drainage for tree pits in hard landscaped areas.

David Sowerby for AWS Landscapes commented:

“Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil was the ideal solution for this particular project where soft landscaping met with hard landscaped areas. The trees that were imported into the development required a planting medium that would provide a healthy tree pit and stable base for the surrounding hard landscaped area, Green-tree Amenity Tree Soil fulfilled this criteria and has helped us achieve a beautiful landscape for Holt Park.”

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

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CERT

ST A N DAR

IED BRI IF

SH TI

ST A N DAR

SH TI

Subsoil & Rootzones

IED BRI IF

CERT

Dig Deeper IED BRI IF

CERT

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Subsoil & Rootzones

Green-tree Subsoil

Green-tree Rootzones

Green-tree Low Fertility Soil

Green-tree Sportsmix

Green-tree Structural Soil

Often a large volume of material to be imported prior to the finished soil type, Green-tree Subsoil is used to build up levels and construct any specific landscape contouring requirements. Subsoil is an essential component of most soil profiles. It provides storage of moisture, transmits rainfall to deeper layers or watercourses and enables deep rooting by trees, shrubs, grasses and other plants.

A mix of high quality free draining sand with organic compost designed to create the optimum conditions required for healthy root growth. Our Green-tree team can source any combination of rootzone required alongside our standard mixes.

A mix designed to limit the nutrient level of the soil in response to specific planting schemes. Designed to meet the requirements within BS3882:2007, our Low fertility mix can be supplied in bulk tippers or in bulk bags from our in-house bagging facility at GTHQ, ideally supplied alongside our new John Chambers wildflower range of seed.

Green-tree Sportsmix is a blend of organic, green compost Pas100 and fine sand, offering a high quality, fertile repair mix. The new flagship soil product can be supplied throughout the year in all weather conditions, is cost effective and offers the same high quality consistency from the first load to the last.

A soil and sand based substrate reinforced with polypropylene fibres. Green-tree Structural soil is an advanced substrate that is stable and free-draining. It provides excellent structural strength enabling it to be used for a variety of applications that are frequently trafficked. During the mixing process of Green-tree structural soil crimped polypropylene fibres are entwined with the substrate increasing its overall strength and resistance.

Green-tree Subsoil conforms to BS8601:2013, ensuring consistent product of excellent quality. BS 8601:2013 specifies requirements for the classification, composition and use of subsoils that are moved or traded for creating soil profiles intended to support plant growth. The Green-tree team work closely with material suppliers throughout the country to source the highest quality, clean and consistent materials for supply into your project offering traceability throughout the supply chain.

Applications • Raise levels on site • Create landscape contours • General on-site infill

NEW Subsoil Conforms

to BS8601:201

Applications • High specification sports applications • Golf course construction and green finishing • Used in conjunction with GRB Plus ground reinforcement system

Applications

Applications • Sports Pitches

• Roof gardens

• Race Courses

• Wildflower planting schemes

• Ideal for remedial work

• Difficult access areas

Applications: • Emergency and access roads • Overspill car parks • Golf course buggy routes • Public recreation areas • Verges and pedestrian walkways

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Technical Drawings See page ??

Dig Deeper

Roof Garden Substrate

Case Study: Leeds University Roof Garden

Green-tree Roof Garden Intensive

Green-tree Roof Garden Extensive

Green-tree Roof Garden substrate is an established growing media within the Green-tree family of products. A blend of lightweight aggregate and the award winning Green-tree topsoil, the intensive roof garden growing media is ideal for green roof construction projects and particularly containerised planting. Lightweight in texture with good water-holding capacity, Green-tree Roof Garden Intensive guarantees healthy plants and trees in a roof garden environment.

Green-tree Extensive Roof Garden substrate is ideal for incorporation into expansive green roof projects that require very little maintenance. A proven growing media, that is lightweight in texture and manufactured from the award winning Green-tree topsoil. Green-tree Extensive Roof Garden substrate is rich in nutrients, ensuring quick plant establishment in harsh rooftop environments.

In the spring of 2012, Green-tree was asked to help with an exciting new project being specified by Martin Woolley Landscape Architects. The project involved creating a sustainable roof top garden for the Chancellors Court, part of the University of Leeds.

Benefits:

The Solution

Benefits:

• Lightweight

Green-tree was able to provide the perfect solution – a roof garden substrate that is light in texture with a controlled nutrient content. Green-tree manufacture and supply organic growing media across the UK that is ideal for planting projects. The roof garden substrate manufactured by Green-tree, ticked all the boxes, its bulk density complied with the structural engineer’s recommendations without compromising on quality. As a roof garden substrate the Green-tree brand provides excellent water holding properties, reducing run off and retaining essential water for the plants and wildflowers used on the Chancellors Court roof garden.

• Good levels of fertility • Good water holding properties • Excellent aeration properties

• Controlled fertility levels • Good aeration and water holding properties • Simple to work with

• Lightweight compared to standard soils

• Guaranteed consistency throughout the green roof installation

• A typical pH of 7.5 making it ideal for a wide range of plantings

Typical Bulk Density at saturation point 1.03mg/m3*

Typical Bulk Density at saturation point 1.25mg/m3* Moffat, Hi-Ab and Tail Lift Offload available for all our roof garden growing media. Request a quote today.

The Outcome The contract was awarded to Brambledown Landscapes and a year after the initial enquiry, with all materials delivered to site, the installation commenced. By midAugust the garden was complete and unveiled for the first time to the great delight of everyone involved from the University.

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Technical Sales Advisor Nigel Thompson commented,

“Our advice, site visits and delivery of bespoke Green-tree Roof Garden substrate is just what was needed for this project to be successful. The fertility status of the growing media means it was perfect for the Chancellors Court roof garden where quick plant establishment and quality finish was demanded.” Martin Woolley of Martin Woolley Landscape Architects said,

“One of our major challenges was finding a suitable topsoil mix was the perfect solution to this problem product that was light enough for a roof garden. Green-tree’s bespoke lightweight soil mix was the perfect solution to this problem.”

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Drawings & Specifications

Technical Information Drawings & Specifications The gtSpecifier range of Urban Landscape equipment is designed to protect, enhance and improve trees, plants and the environment. The following pages highlight the gtSpecifier portfolio of technical drawings and 3D images for the most common planting scenarios that we encounter in our day to day specification work. At gtSpecifier we have the ability to create bespoke drawings to suit your particular project or urban space. Please contact a member of the team to request an Urban Landscape Consultation. T: 01423 332 114 E: info@gtspecifier.co.uk W: gtSpecifier.co.uk

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Urban Tree Planting

GTS1

GTS2 Standard soft planting scheme, small bare root tree

Description

Quantity/ Volume

HB1 Holdfast 25mm rubber block

HR25 Holdfast 25mm rubber belting

0.50 l/m

1.8m x 75mm Dia Machine round stake

Melcourt Spruce Ornamental 5-35mm

0.05 Cu/m

Mona Relief irrigation MR2 1.75m x 35mm

Green-tree Topsoil

0.5 Cu/m

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Standard soft planting scheme, hard surface protected with Rootbarrier Description

Quantity/ Volume

HB1 Holdfast 25mm rubber block

HR25 Holdfast 25mm rubber belting

0.50 l/m

1.8m x 75mm Dia Machine round stake

1.2m x 300mm Weldmesh Tree Guard

Melcourt Spruce Ornamental 5-35mm

0.05 Cu/m

Mona Relief irrigation MR2 1.75m x 35mm

Green-tree Topsoil

0.5 Cu/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

0.8 l/m

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Urban Tree Planting

GTS3

GTS4 Cross bar planting scheme, Rootbarrier protected hard surface on 2 sides

Anchored rootball, Rootbarrier protected hard surface on 2 sides

Description

Quantity/ Volume

Description

Quantity/ Volume

HB2 Holdfast 40mm rubber block

Melcourt Spruce Ornamental 5-35mm

0.17 Cu/m

HR40 Holdfast 40mm rubber belting

0.50 l/m

Green-tree Topsoil

1.2 Cu/m

1.8m x 75mm Half round stake

Mona Relief irrigaton MRG3 3m x 60mm

900mm x 25mm x 75mm Cross bar

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

3.0 l/m

Melcourt Spruce Ornamental 5-35mm

0.1 Cu/m

Platipus rootball anchor RF1P 12-25cm

Mona Relief irrigation MRSA3 2.5m 35mm

Green-tree Topsoil

0.8 Cu/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

2.4 l/m

MELCOURT SPRUCE ORNAMENTAL BARK. 75MM DEEP TURF SURROUND

PIN KERB EDGING-BRADSTONE BRITISH STANDARD FLAT TOP EDGING PAVING AS PER SPECIFICATION

KERB STONE

600

SURFACE AS PER SPECIFICATION

GREEN TREE TOPSOIL LAYER 525MM. BS3882:2007 MONA RELIEF GRANDE MRG3 - 3M X 60MM. ROOT BARRIER ON TWO SIDES 650MM DEEP.

PLATIMAT RF1P ANCHOR SYSTEM 1500 600MM DIAMETER ROOTBALL

FRONT VIEW CUTAWAY

SIDE VIEW CUTAWAY

SCALE 1:25

PLAN VIEW SCALE 1:25

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Urban Tree Planting

GTS5

GTS6 1.5sqm structural soil tree pit, tree secured with stake Description

Quantity/ Volume

1.2m x 300mm Weldmesh Tree Guard

HB2 Holdfast 40mm rubber block

HR40 Holdfast 40mm rubber belting

0.50 l/m

1.8m x 75mm Dia Machine round stake

Mona Relief irrigaton MRG3 3m x 60mm

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

7.0 l/m

Green-tree Amenity Tree soil

1.5 Cu/m

gtResigrille tree grille

Sierrablen Flora tablets 15-9-9

as per spec

1.5sqm structural soil tree pit, Anchored rootball and Mona ring 24 irrigation system Description

Quantity/ Volume

gtWharfdale tree guard 1.8m x 400mm

gtResigrille tree grille

Mona Piazza inlet

Platipus rootball anchor RF2P 25-45cm

Mona Ring 24 Irrigation system

Green-tree Amenity Tree soil

1.8 Cu/m

Sierrablen Flora tablets 15-9-9

as per spec

gtRootbarrier 325 1m x 50m

7.0 l/m

WHARFDALE GUARD 1.8M X 400MM

1000MÂ˛ RESI GRILLE MONA PIAZZA-INLET ONLY PAVING AS PER SPECIFICATION

900

50MM SAND BEDDING LAYER FOR PAVING.

GT AMENITY TREE SOIL 770MM DEEP. FLORA 15-9-9 ROOT BARRIER 1M LINING ALL SIDES OF TREE PIT

1500

FRONT VIEW CUTAWAY SCALE 1:25

PLATIMAT RF2P ANCHOR SYSTEM 500MM DIAMETER ROOTBALL MONA PLANT SYSTEM-LINK 24

SIDE VIEW CUTAWAY SCALE 1:25

PLAN VIEW SCALE 1:25

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Urban Tree Planting

GTS7

GTS8 2sqm gtPermavoid urban tree planting system, Deadman rootball anchor Description

Quantity/ Volume

gtWharfdale tree guard 1.8m x 400mm

gtGarsdale tree grille 1.2sqm

Mona Vente inlet

Platipus deadman anchor RF1RDMP 12-25cm

Mona Ring 24 Irrigation system

gtPermatex 300 membrane sqm

9 sqm

gtPermavoid unit 708x354x85mm

gtPermatie connector

270

gtTRC30 membrane sqm

11 sqm

Green-tree Topsoil

2.5 Cu/m

gtSubsoil BS8601:2013

1.0 Cu/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

7.0 l/m

3sqm gtPermavoid urban tree planting system Description

Quantity/ Volume

gtMalhamdale tree guard 1.8m x 400mm

Kingsdale tree grille 1.2sqm

Mona Piazza inlet

Platipus deadman anchor RF2RDMP 25-45cm

Mona Ring 24 Irrigation system

gtPermatex 300 membrane sqm

16 sqm

gtPermavoid unit 708x354x85mm

gtPermatie connector

432

gtTRC30 membrane sqm

19 sqm

Green-tree Topsoil

5 Cu/m

gtSubsoil BS8601:2013

2.4 Cu/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

13.0 l/m

MALHAMDALE TREE GUARD 1.8M X 400MM

PAVING AS PER SPECIFICATION 50mm SAND BEDDING LAYER FOR PAVING PERMATEX 300 MEMBRANE OVER PERMAVOID & TRC30 AS SEPARATION LAYER

1200MM KINGSDALE GRILLE TO INCLUDE MONA VENTE FOR IRRIGATION MONA PIAZZA-INLET ONLY

900

PERMAVOID 85 UNITS STRADDLE PIT BY 500mm FOR LOAD BEARING SUPPORT. BACK FILL PERMAVOID UNITS WITH GT GREEN-TREE SCREENED TOPSOIL. TRC 30 GEOTEXTILE MEMBRANE WRAPPED AROUND PERMAVOID 85 20mm SAND BEDDING LAYER FOR PERMAVOID 85 GREEN-TREE TOPSOIL LAYER 400MM. BS3882:2007 ROOT BARRIER 0.65M LINING ALL SIDES OF TREE PIT GT SUB BASE TREE SOIL LAYER 265mm LAYER COMPACTED WITH SINGLE PASS OF WACKER PLATE DIG & LOOSEN BASE TO AID DRAINAGE & ROOT GROWTH

3000

FRONT VIEW CUTAWAY

DEADMAN RF2RDMP ANCHOR SYSTEM GALVANISED WIRE ATTACHED TO KERBSTONE OR SLEEPERS MONA PLANT SYSTEM-LINK 24

SIDE VIEW CUTAWAY SCALE 1:50

SCALE 1:50

PERMATEX 300 MEMBRANE OVER PERMAVOID & TRC30 AS SEPARATION LAYER

TRC 30 GEOTEXTILE MEMBRANE WRAPPED AROUND PERMAVOID 85 MONA PIAZZA INLET

PLAN VIEW SCALE 1:50

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Urban Tree Planting

GTS9

GTS10 5sqm gtPermavoid urban tree planting system

Description

Quantity/ Volume

gtAiredale tree guard 1.8m x 400mm

gtNewdale tree grille 1.2sqm

Mona Vente inlet

Platipus deadman anchor RF2RDMP 25-45cm

Mona Ring 24 Irrigation system

gtPermatex 300 membrane sqm

36 sqm

gtPermavoid unit 708x354x85mm

153

gtPermatie connector

918

gtTRC30 membrane sqm

39 sqm

Green-tree Topsoil

13 Cu/m

gtSubsoil BS8601:2013

6.5 Cu/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

21.0 l/m

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5m x 1.5m gtPermavoid narrow / pavement planting system Description

Quantity/ Volume

gtSwaledale tree guard 1.8m x 400mm

gtMax-Pave tree grille 1.2sqm

Mona Relief irrigaton MRP3 3m x 60mm

Platipus deadman anchor RF2RDMP 25-45cm

gtPermatex 300 membrane sqm

15 sqm

gtPermavoid unit 708x354x85mm

gtPermatie connector

432

gtTRC30 membrane sqm

17 sqm

Green-tree Topsoil

4.5 Cu/m

gtSubsoil BS8601:2013

2 Cu/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

13 l/m

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Urban Tree Planting

GTS11

GTS12

2sqm gtPermavoid urban tree planting system, gt resigrille and guard

15m x 1.5m gtPermavoid urban trench system, multiple tree planting

Description

Quantity/ Volume

Description

Quantity/ Volume

gtNidderdale tree guard 1.8m x 400mm

gtAiredale tree guard 1.8m x 400mm

gtResigrille tree grille

gtNewdale tree grille 1.2sqm

Mona Piazza inlet

Mona Vente inlet

Platipus deadman anchor RF2RDMP 25-45cm

Mona Ring 24 Irrigation system

gtPermatex 300 membrane sqm

9 sqm

gtPermatex 300 membrane sqm

40 sqm

gtPermavoid unit 708x354x85mm

184

gtPermatie connector

270

gtPermatie connector

1104

gtTRC30 membrane sqm

11 sqm

gtTRC30 membrane sqm

46 sqm

Green-tree Topsoil

2.5 Cu/m

Green-tree Topsoil

13 Cu/m

gtSubsoil BS8601:2013

1.0 Cu/m

gtSubsoil BS8601:2013

6.5 Cu/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

7.0 l/m

gtRootbarrier 325 0.65m x 50m

33.0 l/m

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Tree Grilles Datasheet

gtLittondale

gtRibblesdale

Sizes Available

Diameter: 890mm, 1200mm, 2000mm

Square Dimensions: 700mm, 800mm, 1080mm, 1200mm, 1400mm, 1760mm

Product Specification:

Material:

Grade 250 cast iron.

Material:

Grade 250 cast iron.

Standard Finish:

Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black).

Standard Finish:

Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black).

Optional Finish:

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Optional Finish:

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Irrigation Holes:

We can supply tree grilles with irrigation holes and covers in order to give access to the irrigation of the tree root system.

Irrigation Holes:

We can supply tree grilles with irrigation holes and covers in order to give access to the irrigation of the tree root system.

Supporting Frames:

Tree grilles can be supplied with a range of supporting frames depending on the application.

Supporting Frames:

Tree grilles can be supplied with a range of supporting frames depending on the application.

Security Clips:

Frames and grilles designed with intergral security and locking system to further increase rigidity and protection.

Security Clips:

Frames and grilles designed with intergral security and locking system to further increase rigidity and protection.

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Tree Grilles Datasheet

gtGarsdale

gtNewdale

Sizes Available

Square Dimensions: 1000mm, 1200mm

Square Dimensions: 770mm, 1000mm, 1200mm, 1400mm, 1800mm

Product Specification:

Material:

Grade 250 cast iron.

Material:

Grade 250 cast iron.

Standard Finish:

Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black).

Standard Finish:

Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black).

Optional Finish:

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Optional Finish:

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Irrigation Holes:

We can supply tree grilles with irrigation holes and covers in order to give access to the irrigation of the tree root system.

Irrigation Holes:

We can supply tree grilles with irrigation holes and covers in order to give access to the irrigation of the tree root system.

Supporting Frames:

Tree grilles can be supplied with a range of supporting frames depending on the application.

Supporting Frames:

Tree grilles can be supplied with a range of supporting frames depending on the application.

Security Clips:

Frames and grilles designed with intergral security and locking system to further increase rigidity and protection.

Security Clips:

Frames and grilles designed with intergral security and locking system to further increase rigidity and protection.

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Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Tree Grilles Datasheet

gtCoverdale

gtWave

Sizes Available

Square Dimensions: 900mm, 1200mm, 1400mm, 2000mm

Diameter: 1200mm

Product Specification:

Material:

Grade 250 cast iron.

Material:

Grade 250 cast iron.

Standard Finish:

Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black).

Standard Finish:

Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black).

Optional Finish:

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Optional Finish:

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Irrigation Holes:

We can supply tree grilles with irrigation holes and covers in order to give access to the irrigation of the tree root system.

Irrigation Holes:

We can supply tree grilles with irrigation holes and covers in order to give access to the irrigation of the tree root system.

Supporting Frames:

Tree grilles can be supplied with a range of supporting frames depending on the application.

Supporting Frames:

Tree grilles can be supplied with a range of supporting frames depending on the application.

Frames and grilles designed with intergral security and locking system to further increase rigidity and protection.

Security Clips:

Frames and grilles designed with intergral security and locking system to further increase rigidity and protection.

Security Clips:

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150

PLAN

Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

100

900Ă&#x2DC;

ELEV AT ION

Tree Grilles Datasheet

Tree Guards Datasheet

Kingsdale/Dentdale

gtWharfdale

822 25

1800

gt T ree Ring Guard

ELEV AT

ELEV AT ION

Stainless steel or satin brushed PLAN

PLAN

gt Wharfdale Tr ee Guard

gt Sw aledale Tr ee Guard

PLAN

gt Nidderdale T

Sizes Available

Size: 1000mm 1200mm 1800mm

Size: 1.8m x 400mm or 600mm

Product Specification:

Material:

Grade 250 cast iron.

Material:

Mild Steel.

Standard Finish:

Stainless steel or satin brushed.

Standard Finish:

Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black).

Phosphate Wash & Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black) or Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999.

Optional Finish:

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Optional Finish

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Supporting Frames:

Tree grilles can be supplied with a range of supporting frames depending on the application.

Fixing Options:

Security Clips:

Frames and grilles designed with intergral security and locking system to further increase rigidity and protection.

If used with Green-techâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s supporting frames and tree grilles, the base of tree guard bolts directly to the inner of the supporting Frame. If not used with supporting frame and tree grilles, the tree guards come with 400mm length ground fixing legs.

Other Options:

Standard Height - 1800mm Other heights on request. Standard Diameter - 420mm Outside Diameter. Other Diameters available on request.

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150

PLAN

150

PLAN

75 900Ø

822

ELEV AT ION

PROJECTED ELEV

AT ION

822 25

PROJECTED ELEV

AT ION

gt T ree Ring Guard

Tree Guards Datasheet

PLAN

gt Wharfdale Tr ee Guard

gt Sw aledale Tr ee Guard

gt Nidderdale Tr ee Guard

PLAN

1800

ELEV AT ION

PLAN

gt Sw aledale Tr ee gtGuard Nidderdale Tr ee Guard

PLAN

gt Wharfdale Trgt eeNidderdale Guard Tr ee Guard

ELEV AT ION

1800

1800 50

ELEV AT ION

00 4

1800

ELEV AT ION

1800

gtNidderdale

1800

gtSwaledale

ELEV AT ION

gt T ree Ring Guard

Tree Guards Datasheet

100

Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

900Ø

PLAN

gt Nidderdale Tr ee Guard

Sizes Available

Size: 1.8m x 400mm or 600mm

Product Specification:

Material:

Mild Steel

Material:

Mild Steel

Standard Finish:

Phosphate Wash & Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black) or Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999.

Standard Finish:

Phosphate Wash & Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black) or Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999.

Optional Finish

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Optional Finish

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Fixing Options:

If used with Green-tech’s supporting frames and tree grilles, the base of tree guard bolts directly to the inner of the supporting Frame. If not used with supporting frame and tree grilles, the tree guards come with 400mm length ground fixing legs.

Fixing Options:

Other Options:

Standard Height - 1800mm Other heights on request. Standard Diameter - 420mm Outside Diameter. Other Diameters available on request

Other Options:

Standard Height - 1800mm Other heights on request. Standard Diameter - 420mm Outside Diameter. Other Diameters available on request

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Sizes Available

Size: 1.8m x 400mm or 600mm

Product Specification:

Material:

Mild Steel

Material:

Mild Steel

Standard Finish:

Phosphate Wash & Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black) or Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999.

Standard Finish:

Phosphate Wash & Alesta Zero Zinc Primer Satin Polyester Powder Coated (Black) or Hot dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:1999.

Optional Finish

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Optional Finish

RAL/BS Colour Preference.

Fixing Options:

Other Options:

Standard Height - 1800mm Other heights on request. Standard Diameter - 420mm Outside Diameter. Other Diameters available on request

Other Options:

Standard Height - 1800mm Other heights on request. Standard Diameter - 420mm Outside Diameter. Other Diameters available on request

View Installation Guides Online at www.gtspecifier.co.uk

Contact the team: info@gtspecifier.co.uk

Technical Drawings See page 74- 99

Terma and Conditions

Urban Treeplanting

Terms and Conditions

Landscape Solutions from gtSpecifier

gtSpecifier is a trading style of Green-tech Ltd. and is bound by the terms & conditions of Green-tech Ltd. Any orders will be accepted by telephone, fax, in writing or by e-mail. All orders over £2500 must be confirmed in writing. Deliveries will be made as soon as possible after an order is placed, unless a delivery date is specified. The company cannot guarantee a time or date of delivery. Customers are required to be on site at time of delivery. Carriage will be paid on orders over £300 in value. Access to the delivery address is the customer’s responsibility. We must be informed of any site restrictions.

A full detailed list of our terms and conditions can be found at www.green-tech.co.uk. We reserve the right to alter our terms, conditions and specifications at any time without prior notice. A copy of our current terms and conditions can be requested at any time. We are not responsible for delays in any deliveries.

Site Responsibility gtSpecifier’s portfolio of brands work with natural, living trees, plants and shrubs. It is not the responsibility of gtSpecifier to guarantee the success of these living items but only to advise on their optimum growing habitat. It is advisable that with any urban landscape specification the relevant Landscape Architects, local Arborist and Site Engineers are consulted prior to starting work. It is not the responsibility of gtSpecifier to advise in any engineering capacity only to provide advice on the growing habitat of trees, plants and shrubs.

plants to thrive and sensible precautions must be taken to control emergence of weeds (spring/summer in particular) especially if the topsoil is left on site exposed to the elements, laid in the open or stockpiled. Topsoil left bare or unmaintained will allow weed growth which may out-compete new seeding or planting. Green-tech stocks products for weed control or suppression and also provides technical guidance on the use of these products.

Green-tree Topsoil is a highly fertile growing medium for the establishment of new plants, shrubs and grasses etc. The fertile nature of Green-tree products encourages

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Urban Treeplanting

Landscape Solutions from gtSpecifier

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gtSpecifier has a wealth of experience of developing landscape solutions for urban developments and projects. Working with Landscape Architects, Landscape Contractors, Garden Designers and Nurseries from across the UK, gtSpecifier has created a portfolio of systems and solutions that guarantee the success of urban landscapes. • Urban Tree Planting • Root Protection • Ground Stabilisation and Support • Tree Irrigation • Soft Landscaping • Street Furniture • Soils & Growing Media • Urban Wildflowers For more information and guidance on the gtSpecifier product range and the solutions the team can offer log on to www.gtspecifier.co.uk.

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