Tournesol Root Barrier Root Solutions
ROOT BARRIER ROOT SOLUTIONS
ROOT BARRIER ROOT SOLUTIONS
Flexible, Easy-to-Assemble Root Barrier
Root Solutions extruded root barrier panels off er the simplest way to keep tree roots from damaging sidewalks, roads, and structures.
Whether used as a linear barrier or surrounding a rootball, the fl exible panels will contour to irregular or diffi cult locations. The self-locking channels require no glue or additional parts, and slide together in seconds.
INFORMATION
BRAND
Tournesol
PRODUCT TYPE
Root Barrier
FLEXUAL MODULUS
- ASTM : D790
- Result : 145,000
HARDNESS (SHORE)
- ASTM : D2240
- Result : P66
DIAMETER
- 3 panels = 23”dia
- 4 panels = 31”dia
- 5 panels = 38”dia
DESIGN
Self-locking design installs quickly, contouring easily to challenging locations.
STRUCTURE
Flexible recycled panels prevent root damage to sidewalks, roads, and structures.
COLLECTION
Root
ELONGATION AT BREAK
- ASTM : D638
- Result : 10%
ENVIRONMENT
Outdoor
TENSILE MODULUS
- ASTM : D638
- Result : 155,000
MATERIAL PROPERTIES
Root Solutions panels are an extruded blend of 100% post-consumer recycled high-density and linear low-density polyethylene, with an average thickness of 80mil (0.08”)
AVERAGE THICKNESS
80mil (0.08”)
TENSILE STRENGTH AT YIELD
- ASTM : D638
- Result : 3800
FEATURES
-100% Post-Consumer Recycled Polyethylene - durable and long-lasting
-Fast and easy to assemble with self-locking channel - full 24” wide panels.
-Anti-Compaction channels direct roots downward, prevent root girdling
-Custom depths up to 72” possible with standard two-foot wide panels
DOWNLOADS
↓ Pricelist.pdf
↓ Root Solutions Root Barrier - Detail Sheet.pdf
↓ Root Solutions Root Barrier Guide Specifications.pdf
↓ Care Maintenance Warranty.pdf
PRODUCTION
Made in United States
NOTCHED IZOD IMPACT
- ASTM : D256A
- Result : 0.4-4.0
INSTALLATION
-The contractor shall install the tree root barriers with the number of panels and in the manner shown on the drawings. It is important that the root the vertical root deflecting ribs face towards the root ball. -The top of the panel shall be 1/2" above the finish grade.
-Panels shall be connected by sliding the male end on each panel into the female connector on the next panel to form either a circle around the root ball or a linear barrier along adjacent hardscape, whichever is specified. -In the case of surround style planting, the excavation shall be backfilled outside the barrier planter to a width of at least 4" with 3/4" or 1-1/2" gravel or crushed rock. This is not necessary for linear applications.
DIMENSIONS
| PART NO. | MATERIAL | DIMENSIONS | WEIGHT, EA. (LBS.) | CASE PACK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS-12 | HD/LLDPE | 24”W x 12”D x .08”(avg.) | 1 | 20 or 40 |
| RS-18 | HD/LLDPE | 24”W x 18”D x .08”(avg.) | 1.5 | 20 |
| RS-24 | HD/LLDPE | 24”W x 24”D x .08”(avg.) | 2 | 20 |
| RS-36 | HD/LLDPE | 24”W x 36”D x .08”(avg.) | 3 | 20 |
| RS-48 | HD/LLDPE | 24”W x 48”D x .08”(avg.) | 4 | 20 |
DETAIL
SIZE
Polyethylene root barrier panels are seamless, one-piece 24” wide units that can be made in sizes up to 72”L x 24”W. Easier and less expensive to install than geomesh or fabric, the anti-compaction channels direct tree’s roots down, under sidewalks, swales, roads, and other structures. Root Solutions has successfully been on the job for more than 20 years.
BALLED BURLAP
| CONTAINER | BALLED BURLAP OR FIELD GROWN | PANELS PER TREE |
|---|---|---|
| 16 gal. | up to 16” | 3 to 4 |
| 20” Box | up to 24” | 4 |
| 24” Box | up to 32” | 5 |
| 30” Box | up to 38” | 6 |
| 36” Box | up to 48” | 7 |
| 42” Box | up to 55” | 8 |
| 48” Box | up to 65” | 9 |
| 60” Box | up to 78” | 11 |
| 72” Box | up to 94” | 13 |
