The
upgrade of sports facilities at the Lusaka International Community School in
Lusaka has recently been completed.
Yunipat
Distributors Zambia – distributors for Fibertex geotextiles and Van Dyck Carpet’s Easi-Grass artificial grass – was
appointed as project managers for this contract. Scope of operations involved
the preparation of ground works, construction of the concrete footing and
installation of a drainage system and artificial turf.
“These
new sports grounds enable children to be able to play soccer and hockey on a
stable and safe surface all year round,” says Patrizio Urzi, managing director,
Yunipat Distributors Zambia. “A critical part of the project involved the
design and installation of the drainage system, which maximises the high flow
of water, enabling immediate use of the pitch during and after heavy rains. The
drainage system enhances integrity of the structure, significantly extending
its service life.
“Construction
involved a durable herringbone drainage pipe system, with Fibertex
separation/filtration geotextile layers to prevent any potential water-logging
on the pitch and clogging of the drainage system.”
A
Fibertex F34 geotextile nonwoven separation layer was installed onto the base
to stabilise the surface. A herringbone system of DN160 Drainex perforated
subsoil drainage pipes was installed over the geotextile and covered with 25 mm
stone aggregate and ≤ 5 mm fine crusher run to prepare for the top and final
layer. These materials allow alluvial water to drain through the stone medium,
into the drainpipes and away from the sports area.
Fibertex
geotextiles have important functions in separation, filtration, drainage,
protection, reinforcement and stress relieving in construction and building
works. These permeable materials are placed between different layers of the
structure to prevent migration and mingling of materials, allowing free
movement of water, while preserving the integrity of the adjacent layers. This
increases bearing capacity and provides long-term stability of the foundation
layers.
Fibertex
geotextiles are suitable for all filtration and drainage systems, including
drainage pipes, drainage trenches, surface drains and building drains.
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Easi-Grass, a high-quality artificial turf, with durability and enhanced aesthetics, was selected as an
alternative to natural grass for this project. Advantages of this
maintenance-free grass include water and energy savings, as well as suitability
for use in all weather conditions. Unlike natural grass which needs time to dry
after a downpour, sporting events can continue in the rain, with no risk of
damage to the playing surface.
Specialists
from Yunipat Distributors, Fibertex and Van Dyck Carpets, collaborated on this project to
ensure its success.
Yunipat
Distributors Zambia, which has completed similar astro installations at many
sporting facilities in Zambia, specialises in the supply and support of a wide
range of products for the construction and mining sectors. The company also
services the DIY and commercial markets in Zambia.
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Yunipat Distributors Zambia – distributors
for Fibertex geotextiles and Van Dyck Carpet’s
Easi-Grass artificial grass – was appointed as project managers for the upgrade of
sports facilities at the Lusaka International Community School in Lusaka. Scope
of operations involved the preparation of ground works, construction of the
concrete footing and installation of a drainage system and artificial turf.
For further information Lionel Martin Kistan,
Export Sales Manager, Fibertex South
Africa (Pty) Ltd
16 Van Eck Avenue, Hammarsdale, 3700
Mobile +27 (0) 8 444 111 50
T: +27 (0) 31 736 7100
Email: lmk@fibertex.com
Web www.fibertex.com
or
Patrizio Urzi, Managing Director,
Yunipat Distributors Zambia Ltd.
Fibertex Zambia Distributor for Fibertex
South Africa.
Plot 51 Makeni Road
Lusaka ZAMBIA
Mobile: +26 0977 772363
Email patrizio@woodoc.com & sorrisop@outlook.com
or
Dr Mehran Zarrebini, CEO, Van Dyck Carpets
mehran@zarrebini.comReleased
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