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Do Flexitec
pavers stand up to the torture test of constant horse traffic? |
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Yes. Flexitec
pavers are long wearing due to the consistent high density at
which they are manufactured. The resilient surface "gives" slightly
under the horse's weight rather than wearing away like hard surfaces
such as bricks or concrete. |
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Do Flexitec pavers
provide good slip resistance for horses when wet? |
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Yes. Flexitec
pavers are made from recycled tyre rubber, and just like tyres
they provide excellent traction in both wet and dry conditions.
Flexitec Safety pavers provide such excellent slip resistance
that they are used on exposed pedestrian ramps in locations such
as railway stations and hospitals. |
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Are Flexitec
pavers suitable for areas that are constantly wet or hosed down
every day? |
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Yes. The
Flexitec Drainage paver is designed with deep grooves in the
back to allow water to quickly run away underneath the pavers
to the drains, ensuring that no water sits on the surface. |
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Why should I
specify Flexitec pavers? |
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Flexitec
pavers are moulded using high temperatures and pressures in computer-controlled
equipment that is unique in Australia. This allows close control
of the process so that every Flexitec paver has the same density
and hard-wearing properties with unequalled performance under
the wear and tear of horses' hooves. Flexitec pavers installed
in accordance with our installation instructions will last well
beyond their warranty period. |
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What thickness
is suitable for equine applications? |
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15mm Flexitec
pavers are more than adequate for the majority of equine applications
when installed on a concrete base. |
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Does the colour
remain during the life of the paver? |
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All Flexitec
pavers are available in three standard colours - Charcoal, Terracotta,
Blue and Green. The natural colour of the rubber granules will
not change, but after prolonged wear the Terracotta and Green
pavers may darken. For high visibility areas, Flexitec pavers
are also available with a coloured EPDM rubber top layer to your
colour design. |
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Will Flexitec
pavers withstand the loads of trucks or other vehicles? |
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Yes. Solid
15 or 20mm Flexitec pavers are not affected by fully laden trucks.
The consistent high density of Flexitec pavers plus the correct
spread of adhesive on the back prevents any movement of the paver. |
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Are Flexitec pavers easy to
install? |
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Yes. There
are no special tools required. Following our comprehensive installation
instructions, grounds staff are able to handle most installations
themselves. Flexitec can arrange installation if you wish. |
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Are Flexitec
pavers expensive? |
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No. Over
the expected life of the surface, Flexitec pavers can cost from
as little as $5 per square metre each year. |
