Special construction

Foam glass gravel from MISAPOR is suitable wherever lightness and durability are required. The mineral building material does not burn, is pest-resistant and withstands acids, alkalis and fuels.

Characteristics

Foam glass gravel is non-combustible, frost-proof and resistant to moisture and mold. In the fill, it is highly insulating, load-bearing and load-distributing. The large number of unique properties make it suitable for use in non-industry and industry-related applications.

Green EMAS with Runway Safe

Green EMAS (Engineered Material Arresting System) is a European first at the airport.

On Zurich’s runway 28-10, Green EMAS complies with the FAA’s new safety regulations for safety areas at the end of the runway (RESA). It ensures that overshooting aircraft are slowed down in a controlled manner when landing on the limited-length runway 28-10 at Zurich Airport. MISAPOR produced a special foam glass ballast in accordance with the specifications of Runway Safe, which forms the core of this system. The properties of the MISAPOR special EMAS ballast are not comparable with those of conventional MISAPOR ballast. The more than 4,000^m3 of foam glass ballast had to meet strict specifications in terms of weight, grading curve and compressive strength in order to guarantee the desired absorption effect.

Characteristics

Low and stable weight without water absorption
Fast water drainage thanks to excellent longitudinal and transverse drainage
Quick and easy installation

Stone chip protection

MISAPOR for Rockfall X from Geobrugg

The A9 at the Simplon was completely renovated. This included the comprehensive renovation of the galleries with their protection against natural hazards such as rockfall and avalanches. The new standard for the requirements for the structures regarding the impact energy to be absorbed is decisive here. Originally dimensioned at 300-500 kJ, the standards have become much stricter. Today, impact energies of up to 1,900 kJ must be absorbed after renovation.

For the first time, an even lighter and more damping-active MISAPOR was used in the Simplon gallery in Gabi: MISAPOR Greenlight. This improved the performance of the 2290 installed damping modules in two ways: MISAPOR Greenlight relieves the damping modules with 30% less weight and at the same time offers an improvement in the system’s “crumple zone” thanks to a longer absorption path. In the event of a rockfall, the forces are therefore absorbed even better and the structure is optimally protected. MISAPOR Greenlight has a specific weight of just 115 ^kg/m3 and is also used profitably in conventional lightweight fillings. We would be happy to present the new possibilities of this innovative product to you personally.

Characteristics

High absorption of impact energy
Consistently relieves pressure on underlying structures
Quick and easy installation
Greenable
Uncomplicated maintenance
Good drainage

Slope stabilization

MISAPOR’s system solution replaces and far surpasses conventional drainage systems in terms of performance and handling.

Drain-Bags are not only lightweight, pressure-resistant and frost-proof, but also resistant to insect and rodent damage. The system replaces the need for a bank, drainage gravel and drainage pipes, is quicker to install, efficient to operate and even cheaper. And if necessary, it is compatible with pipes.

Characteristics

Superior absorption capacity and seepage performance
Flexible even on uneven surfaces (no pipe breakage possible)
No blockages due to fine particles
Rot-proof and maintenance-free
Ecologically sound

Sound insulation

Misapor has made a name for itself primarily with thermal insulation. But the environmentally friendly material also provides perfect sound insulation. On the Zurich-Basel railroad line in Frick, the all-rounder in front of a residential building absorbs the noise of passing trains and also cuts a fine figure as a tidy stone wall. With a height of just 120 cm and a width of 80 cm, the insulation is around 40 dB.
As is almost always the case with MISAPOR, the construction was quite simple. First, a standard concrete foundation was created for the steel mesh baskets. The anchored baskets were then filled in layers with MISAPOR Standard 10/75. The core was filled with cement mortar for additional stabilization and sound insulation.

Characteristics

Large walls with low weight
Large absorption surface
Maintenance-free

Canal and pipeline construction

Lay frost-proof pipes and save on excavation thanks to thermal insulation? Avoid heat loss in district heating pipes. MISAPOR has developed a simple system for this purpose.

Even a small covering of foam glass gravel is sufficient to protect pipes reliably against frost. With appropriate dimensioning, heat losses can be minimized so massively that even coated pipes can be dispensed with. MISAPOR also protects the pipes against rodent damage.

Characteristics

Thermally insulating and frost-proof
Regardless of the frost depth
Quick and easy installation
Protects cables from rodents

Cement-bound fill

In its cement-bound application, MISAPOR foam glass gravel optimally fulfills the requirements for the construction of traffic areas. The difference to conventional building materials is particularly noticeable where the static load-bearing capacity and relief of ceiling surfaces are crucial and at the same time the live and traffic loads are restricted.

Characteristics

Low bulk density of 160 – 190 ^kg/m3
Very good static load-bearing capacity at the same time
350 to 550 ^kg/m3 in the compacted state (cement-bound version)
Significantly lighter than comparable drainage concrete at approx. 1,800 to 2,000 ^kg/m3

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Earthworks in infrastructure and road construction

Lightweight construction with foam glass gravel is the modern solution for building on poor ground. MISAPOR sustainably relieves the load on the subsoil and forms a load-bearing layer for the superstructure. The mineral lightweight fill is also frost-resistant and highly draining – properties that reduce maintenance and save costs.

Characteristics

In contrast to conventional methods, the lightweight construction method saves time and material costs. Due to the low weight of the foam glass gravel, even the smallest replacement quantities are usually sufficient to relieve the soil in the long term.

Dams / protective walls

The lightweight foam glass gravel from MISAPOR is the ideal problem solver for dam construction and the construction of protective walls. MISAPOR offers adequate and cost-effective solutions, especially for subsoils with low load-bearing capacity. The low weight and the weight stability provided by optimum water drainage reduce or prevent subsoil deformation. MISAPOR also does not react to freeze-thaw cycles and thus effectively prevents the effects of frost.

Characteristics

Ideal for adapting the load to the load-bearing capacity and stability of the substrate.
Reduction or prevention of settlement and other deformation damage to nearby structures
Reduction or avoidance of soil replacement measures
Shortening the construction time
Reduction of interventions in nature

Backfill

Whether as lightweight fill, backfill or static relief – MISAPOR always offers the optimum solution. The innovative building material is not only ultra-light (from 115 ^kg/m3), but also weight-stable thanks to its excellent seepage performance. MISAPOR foam glass gravel was used, for example, for the cross-city link C in Zurich.

MISAPOR makes building easy. Thanks to its low weight, it is suitable for lightweight fillings of all kinds, for embankments, slopes and backfills as well as for surfaces that can be walked or driven on.

Characteristics

Low and stable weight without water absorption
Fast water drainage thanks to excellent longitudinal and transverse drainage
Quick and easy installation

Widening or raising dams

Widening and raising existing road embankments is problematic if the subsoil settles more strongly under the load of the new embankment. Settlement differences and entrainment settlements occur in the cross-section of the existing embankment, which can lead to changes in the transverse slope and longitudinal cracks in the superstructure. The use of foam glass gravel fill during widening and raising can reduce the base pressures and the resulting differential settlements as well as the entrainment settlements on the existing embankment (source: FGSV information sheet, 2016 edition).

Characteristics

Ideal for adapting the load to the load-bearing capacity and stability of the substrate.
Reduction or prevention of settlement and other deformation damage to nearby structures
Reduction or avoidance of soil replacement measures
Shortening the construction time
Reduction of interventions in nature

Restoration of subsidence damage

Stably absorbing dynamic loads on poor subsoil – here too, the solution is MISAPOR. The low load-bearing capacity of the subsoil entails the risk of subsoil deformation and reduced serviceability of roads and traffic areas, and thus also high subsequent costs. MISAPOR foam glass gravel combines properties that allow for a construction method that is around 10 times lighter and thus greatly reduces or even completely eliminates these risks.

The FGSV M SGS information sheet published at the end of 2016 ranks in the category of regulations 2 and shows possible applications for foam glass gravel fills in the substructure of roads and traffic routes and provides information on application according to the current state of the art.

Characteristics

Floor relief
Quick and easy installation
Frost foundation thanks to thermal insulation
Weather-independent installation
Can already be driven on during installation

Railroad line

MISAPOR foam glass gravel often solves several challenges at once, even in civil engineering and road construction. Low weight, high compressive strength, high load-bearing capacity – and all in just one work step.

The railroads also like it, because MISAPOR also holds up under the tracks. In Seewen, for example, the connecting tracks were underlaid with a lightweight fill made of specially pressure-resistant MISAPOR in layers of 30 cm each. A fleece also prevents mixing with other materials.

As versatile as the requirements are, we solve the specific challenges flexibly. Of course, processing remains simple, fast and uncomplicated.

Characteristics

Tested and proven for suitcases on poor ground
Ideal for lightweight fills with the highest load requirements and dynamic force effects
Extremely high stability
Exceptionally good long-term settling behavior

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Mineral thermal insulation in building construction

Insulating against the ground is an effective method of saving heating energy and reducing CO₂emissions. The performance of mineral insulation remains constant, even when unforeseen natural events occur. Good insulation is the basis for consistently low heating costs and stable value retention.

Characteristics

Insulating with MISAPOR means future-oriented insulation. Foam glass gravel differs from conventional insulation in that it does not require any primary resources and can be reused without reprocessing.

The insulating properties remain constant over the entire service life and are therefore completely renovation-free.

Perimeter horizontal

First choice for sustainable insulation against the ground. MISAPOR not only insulates perfectly, it also stabilizes the building ground and impresses with its high drainage performance. Even when it comes to installation, foam glass gravel is one step ahead: a complete MISAPOR foundation under a floor slab for a residential building saves up to 3 days of construction time.

Characteristics

Thermal insulation including cleanliness and capillary-breaking layer
Building without thermal bridges
Frost aprons that are not statically loaded can be omitted
High load-bearing capacity thanks to high compressive strength
Quick and easy installation

Vertical perimeter (Wall-Bag)

The handling of this energy-optimized and thermal bridge-free system is typically simple for MISAPOR: The Wall-Bags are only lightly fixed to the walls and the ready-made chambers are then filled with foam glass gravel. Simple, time-saving and cost-effective.

Characteristics

Optimal vapor diffusion
Perfect drainage, even on slopes
Thermal bridge-free construction (together with perimeter insulation)
Resistant to damage, including from rodents, mice and insects
Extremely quick, easy and safe to install

Passive house

Passive houses must be actively insulated and at the same time place demands on ecology, economy and living comfort. Naturally with an ecological building material. Naturally with MISAPOR.

Thermal bridge-free construction is the motto: an insulating, gapless envelope encloses the building and ensures a pleasant indoor climate – with greatly reduced energy consumption. Now and in the future, because MISAPOR foam glass gravel easily meets even future EnEV requirements.

Characteristics

100% ecological (98% glass, 2% minerals)
reduces the impact on the environment during production
Conserving resources
Building without thermal bridges, saves energy, reduces heating costs
Quick and easy installation
Long service life

Renovation of old building

MISAPOR is a professional for building renovations. Thanks to the wide range of possible applications, foam glass gravel can be used to gain living space in the simplest possible way and to install thermal insulation on uneven building structures against the ground. MISAPOR is also load-bearing, even without a floor slab.

MISAPOR can be used loose or cement-bound. MISAPOR is very often used as a capillary-breaking substructure with a thermal insulation function. Ask about our different fractions.

Characteristics

Absolutely harmless in terms of building biology
No rising damp
Very good thermal insulation properties
No vermin, rot-proof
Low lateral pressure on sensitive masonry
Easy installation and compaction

Radon concept

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas in the ground. Even in high concentrations, the noble gas is odorless and invisible. According to the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH), radon and its decay products are the second most common cause (approx. 10%) of lung cancer*.

*Source: Radon, precautionary measures for new buildings, BAG 2012

A radon concept with MISAPOR foam glass gravel is cost-effective to implement during the construction phase and foresighted planning pays off.
In addition to insulation and drainage, a MISAPOR foundation under the floor slab offers much more. If higher radon concentrations are detected during operation, the MISAPOR layer can simply be actively ventilated using a fan and exhaust air pipe, for example via the roof.

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Gardening and landscaping, sports fields

Whether for simple garden design, light green roofs or trafficable surfaces on existing buildings – foam glass gravel from MISAPOR is the ideal lightweight construction fill for all building projects. The cavity content in the fill and the closed-cell structure of the individual grains drain perfectly and quickly carry water away to the desired location.

Characteristics

The pressure-resistant and stable fill is suitable for simple modeling or as a foundation material for surfaces subject to traffic. The fill is highly draining (cavity content >30%) and brings water quickly to where it should be. Of course, the cavity content can also be used for temporary water storage!

Trafficked areas

Low bulk density and yet pressure-resistant, perfect drainage and moldable up to 45 degrees. MISAPOR shows the way.

With a bulk density (MISAPOR 10/75 from 120 kg/m3 dry), foam glass gravel ensures a load reduction on roofs, underground garage ceilings, etc.. This means that there are no limits to the design scope and previously unusable areas can be used economically.

Characteristics

Low and stable weight without water absorption
Fast water drainage thanks to excellent longitudinal and transverse drainage
Quick and easy installation

Lightweight fill

Earth and gravel are heavy and often place an unnecessarily heavy load on retaining walls, ramps, concrete slabs or roof structures. MISAPOR is around ten times lighter than gravel and therefore only places a low load on structures. Load-bearing structures can therefore be designed to be slimmer – which saves money. Even during heavy rainfall, the weight of MISAPOR remains constant, as the cellular glass is closed-cell and does not absorb water and, thanks to the fill, it quickly drains the water away again.

Characteristics

Low and stable weight without water absorption
Fast water drainage thanks to excellent longitudinal and transverse drainage
Quick and easy installation
Resistant to freeze-thaw cycles
Fire-resistant according to standard A1
Non-rotting, inert and durable
Can be driven on during installation
Does not roll, backfill with excellent friction angle
Thanks to MISAPOR, there is no need for a concrete slab to distribute the load on the lightweight shell that can be driven over
Quick and easy installation
Transport volume per truck up to 90 m3 loose, saving time and money
Very high and durable resistance to pressure and deformation

Modeling

MISAPOR can be perfectly leveled, but it doesn’t have to be. Parks with hilly landscapes, creative gardens on roofs, lightweight fills for driveways can also be realized “three-dimensionally” with MISAPOR. The angular MISAPOR blocks with their rough surface do not roll. This enables modeling up to 45 degrees without lateral support.

Characteristics

Low and stable weight without water absorption
Resistant to freeze-thaw cycles
Rapid water drainage thanks to excellent linear and transverse drainage
Fire-resistant according to A1 standard
Indestructible, inert and durable
Does not roll, backfill with excellent friction angle
Thanks to MISAPOR, there is no need for a concrete slab to distribute the load on the lightweight shell that can be driven over.
Quick and easy installation
Transport by truck of 90m3, large volumes can be assembled per day, which saves time on site.
Very high resistance to pressure and deformation in the long term

Sports field construction

MISAPOR plays in the premier league – also in sports field construction. Whether on the football pitch, the tennis court or in the ice rink. The pressure-resistant gravel stabilizes the terrain, as its low weight hardly puts any strain on the ground. Above all, however, it is the perfect drainage that makes the difference in sports field construction: After a rain shower, the pitch is dry and playable again much more quickly.

Characteristics

High seepage capacity, transverse and longitudinal drainage
Relieves poorly load-bearing ground
Thermal insulation prevents frost damage
High compressive strength ensures multifunctional use

Green roofs

With MISAPOR you can turn your roof into a garden. Whether intensively or extensively greened – thanks to the lightness of MISAPOR, there are no more limits to creativity.
Urban gardening can be perfectly realized with MISAPOR as a lightweight fill and drainage layer. Foam glass hardly burdens the load-bearing structure, is easy to shape, does not burn and is absolutely non-toxic. This is also good news for your plants.

Characteristics

Extremely low weight (10x lighter than gravel)
Non-combustible (class A1 according to ISO EN13501)
Stable in weight (MISAPOR does not absorb water)
Good drainage layer including thermal insulation
Rodent-resistant and rot-proof
Quick and easy installation

Pool construction

Perfect insulation, pressure relief and perfect water drainage when backfilling swimming pool walls thanks to MISAPOR.

For swimming pools, steel tubs, tanks or other containers that need to be protected against cooling or frost, foam glass gravel serves as first-class insulation and loosens the drainage around the structure. An additional advantage is the quick and easy installation, so that the summer is not over before your swimming season begins.

Characteristics

Drainage and insulation of mineral backfills
Ecological and environmentally friendly (CO 2) 4 to 5 times lower than with a conventional light backfilling system.
Durable, inert, rot-proof and fire-resistant to A1 standard
Very light, between 110 and 160 kg/m3
Stable in weight, the granules do not absorb water.
High compressive and tensile strength, 0% elongation at 35Kpa
Simple and very quick installation
Also ideal for pond insulation
Limited horizontal and vertical forces
Allows the proportion of reinforced concrete to be reduced (finer structure)
Resistant to freeze-thaw cycles
Resistant to salts and other aggressive substances

Gabions

Even behind bars, MISAPOR looks attractive and creates a warm, cosy atmosphere. Whether for sound insulation or decorative use – MISAPOR appeals to all the senses and also saves time and money. The low weight enables high delivery volumes and lower grid thicknesses. Installation is quick and easy thanks to the simple handling.

Characteristics

Good sound insulation thanks to large surface area
Low dead weight
Weather resistant

Substrate mixture

MISAPOR is the ideal solution for greening even roof surfaces with low load-bearing capacity.

In principle, the lightweight substrate behaves like a mixture of earth and stone: thanks to its excellent compressive strength, it does not show any long-term subsidence. This means that MISAPOR can be used for planting, walking on and even driving on fillings on structures.
Weight can be successfully saved by partially replacing heavy substrate with lightweight MISAPOR.

Example: For 500 liters of organic soil mixed with 1m3 of MISAPOR, we obtain 1m3 of substrate, which offers a dry value that is approx. 500 to 600 kg/m3 lighter.

MISAPOR not only reduces the weight of the fill, but also ensures better soil aeration. With a pH value of 8-9, MISAPOR is suitable for green areas and has no influence on plant growth.

Characteristics