16 June 2000 Novaglass obtained the FLL-Certification
for the antiroot NOVAR-WS membrane
The antoroot behavoir of NOVAR-WS FLL has been proofed by an international
Institute "FORSCHUNGANSTALT in Geisenheim". The procedure used for the test
was choosen according to the raccomandations of the FLL Association (Forschungsgeselschaft
Landschaftsentwicklung Landschaftsbau); this procedure also bases on the new
European Norm (EN). The test requirements are the most restrictive in this sector. The test began in June 1996
and finished in June 2000 with a great success for the Membrane NOVAR-WS which demostrated
its absolute resistance againts the attack of roots.
The membrane complies also with the norms LDA specific for the Austrian Market
EXECUTION PHASES OF THE TEST ACCORDING TO THE FLL-NORM
Geisenheim, June
1996
Preparation of the containers
Application of the membrane NOVAR-WS
Internal view of the container
Use of plants with aggressive roots
Internal view of the garden-house
Detail of a container
June 2000: Verification of the membrane
Detail of the bottom side of the membrane after 4 years
Internal view of the containers
The roots did not demage the NOVAR-WS membrane
16 June 2000 Novaglass obtained the FLL-Certification for NOVAR-WS membrane