What is a wear layer?
Wear layer benefits
A wear layer is a thin top layer applied to an existing road or bridge pavement. The layer serves as protection for the underlying surface and provides additional safety for traffic. Wear layers come in several varieties and can be applied to a variety of substrates.
- Extra wear resistance
- Durable skid resistance
- Wide choice of colors and grain sizes
- Safer
Benefits of wearing courses for road and bridge decks
Wear layers offer several advantages for road and bridge decks. For example, they provide protection from dirt, moisture and heavy loads and have a positive effect on the life of the pavement. In addition, wearing courses make roads and bridges smoother, thereby increasing traffic safety.
Protection against dirt, moisture and heavy loads
A wear layer provides protection against dirt, moisture and heavy loads. As a result, the surface is better protected and lasts longer. Wear layers are therefore a good investment in the service life of road and bridge decks.
Extra safety through anti-slip properties
Another advantage of wearing courses is that they provide additional safety due to their anti-slip properties. In rain or snow, a wear layer makes the road surface more rigid, significantly reducing the risk of accidents and slipping. This increases traffic and pedestrian safety.
How are wear coatings applied?
Wear layers are applied by applying crushed stone chips (chippings) to an existing asphalt pavement using a bitumen emulsion. This makes the chippings adhere well to the asphalt and creates a firm and durable surface. Gacon's specialists have extensive experience in applying wearing courses and offer customized solutions for various applications.
Customized solutions for various applications
Gacon offers custom solutions for a variety of applications. Whether protecting bridges, parking decks, ramps or other surfaces, we have the right wear layer for your project. Our professionals are here to advise and support you in making the right choices.
Different types of wear layers
There are several types of wear coatings available for road and bridge decks. Some commonly used wearing courses include Triflex WAS system from Triflex, SikaCor Elastomastic TF from Sika and EP MultiUse Slurry from Grouttech. These wearing courses provide excellent protection and have good anti-slip properties.
- Triflex WAS system (Triflex)
- SikaCor Elastomastic TF (Sika)
- EP MultiUse Slurry (Grouttech)
Choose the right wear layer
Choosing the right wearing course is important to extend the life of your road and bridge decks and improve safety. Gacon's specialists have extensive experience in wearing courses and can advise you on which wearing course is most suitable for your specific application. By choosing a high-quality wearing course from Gacon, you can be sure of a durable and safe pavement.
Gacon: your specialist in wearing courses
In short, applying a wear layer is an effective way to extend the life of pavements and improve safety. Gacon offers high-quality, wear-resistant and anti-slip wear coatings suitable for a variety of applications and substrates. Contact us for our wearing courses and take advantage of our expertise and experience. We offer customized solutions to fit your specific needs and budget.
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