New product: Rootbox – sustainable urban tree root management
12 December 2024
- Rootbox is our new patented recycled plastic module for sustainable urban tree root management in urban environments.
- By creating an underground cell matrix filled with uncompacted soil, Rootbox supports long-term tree health while safeguarding city infrastructure.
Rootbox is our latest patented green product designed to support healthy tree growth in urban areas. Made from just 2 recycled plastic components – a side wall and an upper grid – Rootbox forms a durable cell structure that promotes strong tree root development while preventing damage to pavements, roads, and utility systems.
Sustainability benefits
For urban areas
Rootbox enhances green spaces in urban environments, contributing to improved quality of life for city residents:
- Expands green spaces, improving air quality and reducing urban heat islands,
- Protects sidewalks, roads, and bike paths by managing tree root growth,
- Improves accessibility to green areas, parks, and recreational spaces.
For local authorities
Rootbox supports sustainable urban infrastructure, improving city management:
- Reduces costs by preventing infrastructure damage caused by tree roots,
- Strengthens urban stormwater resilience to reduce flood risks,
- Promotes circular economy practices with its 100% recycled plastic design.
For companies
Rootbox provides efficient and adaptable green solutions that align with company sustainability goals:
- Saves transport and storage space with an innovative, stackable design,
- Streamlines installation with a quick and simple setup process, minimizing construction site delays,
- Decreases waste and costs by utilizing 100% recycled plastic in urban projects,
- Delivers versatility to meet diverse urban and construction site requirements.
Features
100 % recycled
Rootbox is made entirely from durable recycled plastic, reducing the need for virgin materials and improving the sustainability of urban infrastructure.
Tree root protection
Rootbox protects tree roots and promotes their growth in uncompacted, oxygenated, and well-irrigated, soil, ensuring effective access to water and essential nutrients.
Urban surface protection
Rootbox confines tree roots to designated areas, preventing them from overgrowing into roads, pavements, or infrastructure, which helps reduce urban maintenance costs.
Fast and easy setup
With just two interlocking elements that slide into place easily, Rootbox allows for quick and simple manual installation without additional tools, minimizing disruption in densely built areas.
Flexible layout and height
The modular design adapts seamlessly to various sites and excavation depths between 0.6 and 1.8 meters, making Rootbox a versatile solution for any urban application.
Enhanced stormwater management
With a 94% void ratio, Rootbox provides up to 300 l of water storage per m3, enhancing urban stormwater management and resilience.
Seamless MEP integration
Rootbox features an open modular design that supports pipes up to 25 cm in diameter, enabling seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
High load capacity
With an SLW60 compressive strength rating, Rootbox can withstand loads of up to 60 tons, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as bike paths, city squares, and parking lots.
Various surface coverings
Rootbox supports a range of surface coverings, including permeable stone, concrete, and asphalt, providing a seamless and aesthetically pleasing urban design.
Simplified logistics
Each pallet expands to 15 m³, streamlining storage and transportation for construction projects in densely built urban environments.
Learn more about Rootbox
To purchase or learn more about Rootbox, email Luca Zausa at luca.zausa@geoplastglobal.com or contact him on Linkedin.
