EKFB, a Joint Venture responsible for delivering works on the HS2 high-speed railway running from London to the North-West, has improved the sustainability credentials of the project by choosing to use green construction innovators, Dura Products.
The project will involve the installation of Dura Product’s eco-friendly kerbing solution, Durakerb at the A43 overbridge in Brackley, Northamptonshire, which will ultimately reduce the overall environmental impact of HS2 and increase positive CO2e recovery.
Durakerb unit feature
Made from 88% recycled polymers, each Durakerb unit is lightweight and recyclable, providing a safer, greener, faster, and easier solution to kerbing that will save the overall HS2 project over 30,000kg of carbon per kilometer installed.
Not only that, it aligns with the overall EKFB commitment to protect the environment and create a sustainable legacy.
reclaim and re-install units
Due to Dura Product’s ‘Hire, Reclaim and Reuse’ scheme, the units have the potential for an extended life
The 1.1km installation is part of a three-year road diversion while the construction of the network continues. However, thanks to Dura Product’s ‘Hire, Reclaim and Reuse’ scheme, the units have the potential for an extended life following the project demolition in 2025.
The modular light structure prevents damage, allowing units to be reclaimed and re-installed as part of different projects, helping the construction industry innovatively tackle waste and enable a circular economy.
'Hire, Reclaim, and Reuse' scheme
Steve Bennett, Managing Director of Dura Products has commented “It has been inspiring to work alongside contractors who share the same passion for reducing environmental impacts in the construction industry as we do."
"Also, it is great to see companies take advantage of our ‘Hire, Reclaim and Reuse’ scheme which aims to tackle demolition waste during temporary projects, in addition to extending the life cycle of our Durakerb units. We are proud to produce and distribute products that cater to this evolving demand."
safe, efficient, and greener alternative
Dura Products has delivered 400,000 Durakerb units saving over 11 million kilograms of carbon
“Durakerb continues to provide a safe, efficient, and greener alternative to traditional kerbing methods. Since 2003 we have been dedicated to providing forward-thinking solutions which are kind to the environment, and it is exciting to see the construction industry finally taking notice of this important issue.”
Since it was established in 2003, Dura Products has delivered 400,000 Durakerb units saving over 11 million kilograms of carbon. Sustainable construction innovators continue to show their dedication to manufacturing products designed to reduce carbon and climate impacts.
lightweight green solutions
Dura Products also offers lightweight green combined kerbing and drainage solutions, Duradrain and Durachannel, to provide a circular method for roadbuilding and managing surface run-off.
EFKB, a collaboration of four leading construction and civil engineering companies, specializes in enabling railway construction projects from design to installation and maintenance. The company has been appointed to deliver an 80km section of the HS2 network.