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Permeable Proflow Pavers™

A natural lifetime application for stormwater management, Black Locust Lumber has many patent-pending designs using Black Locust for the collection of Permeable Proflow Pavers™.

ProFlow Permeable Pavers™

A patent-pending design utilizing Black Locust, ProFlow Permeable Pavers™ are naturally rot-resistant for a lifetime. In stormwater management applications, the pavers reduce runoff volume and rate, filter pollutants, and help restore and recharge groundwater resources while reducing the heat island effect. As compared with alternatives, Permeable Proflow Pavers™ are sustainably manufactured with minimum CO2 emissions and naturally sequester carbon. Our paver setts are available in custom sizes as well as FSC® certified. Permeable Proflow Pavers™ can satisfy prerequisites and earn points towards LEED, BREEAM, and Living Building Challenge certifications.
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Details

    • Roofline: Lightweight for green-blue roof applications, ADA compliant, repairable design.
    • Micro: Ideal for beach accesses, durable in marine environments, ADA compliant.
    • Equine: Low slippage, ideal for horse stalls and stables, allows for natural biological waste decomposition, ADA compliant.
    • Pattern: Superior performance for snow removal, ADA compliant.
    • Hi-Traffic: Ideal for public spaces, ADA compliant.
    • Hi-Flow: Large gap size to accommodate maximum permeability, not ADA compliant.
  • Shou Sugi Ban: An ancient Japanese technique of charring wood for resistance to insects, a blackened aesthetic. Available for all models for an additional fee.

  • Roofline

  • Micro

  • Equine

  • Patterned

  • Hi-traffic

  • Hi-flow
    • + Increased Energy efficiency
      • + Stormwater management
      • + Long term carbon sequestration
      • + Heat island effect reduction
      • + Energy efficiency increased
      • + Urban health improvements
      • + Low embodied carbon footprint
      • + Biofiltration
      • + Biomimicry
    • + Beach Access
    • + Wetlands
    • + Gardens
    • + Equine Facilities
    • + Parking Areas
    • + Walkways
    • + Public Spaces
  • + Playgrounds
  • + Green Roofs

Black Locust Permeable Proflow Pavers™ panels or setts are attached to a recycled wire mesh backing for quick and simple installation over large areas. Please contact a Black Locust paver specialist to assist you with all of your installation requirements.

Central European University | Budapest, Hungary
Alabama Gulf Shores
UC Berkeley Architectual Class Project
Assembly at North 1st | Google
San Francisco Unified School District | RL Stephenson Elementary School
Heron Hall | Jason McClennan Residence | Founder of the Living Building Challenge
University of Arkansas | Adohi Hall
Chateau Hanare | W. Hollywood, Ca. | 1st Shou Sugi Ban Black Locust Proflow Permeable pavers installations in the USA |2018
Cummins CDC Nature Lab | Indiana
ROW | DTLA

Benefits of ProFlow Permeable Pavers™

  • All Models ADA compliant with the exception of the Hi Flow model
  • Biomimicry; Innovation inspired by nature
  • Permeable pavers, act as a natural Bio Filter
  • A life span greater than 50+ years in comparison to standard asphalt or concrete
  • Depending on your project, regional credits may apply
  • Contains recycled content
  • Ground water Recharge
  • Reduces the Urban Heat Island Effect
  • Heat Island Reduction, increased energy efficiency Repairable Design
  • Reduces soil erosion
  • Ease of installation reduces installation costs
  • Black Locust pavers can be replaced in sections on an as-needed basis, extending the life span of the overall surface
  • Storm Water Rebates may be applicable depending on your specific state, town or city

Roof line

  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 6.2 x 6.2 x 3.8 cm
  • Gap Space
  • 1 cm
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 31% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 1.5kg
  • Blocks per panel
  • 16
  • Panel Coverage
  • 30cm x 30cm
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)
  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 2.4″L x 2.4″W x 1.5″H
  • Gap Space
  • .39″ (ADA complaint)
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 31% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 3.3 lbs
  • Blocks per panel
  • 16
  • Panel Coverage
  • 11 5/8″ x 11 5/8″
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)

Micro

  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 4.8 x 4.8 x 6 cm
  • Gap Space
  • 1 cm
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 36% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 2.85 kg
  • Blocks per panel
  • 25
  • Panel Coverage
  • 30cm x 30cm
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)
  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 1.9″L x 1.9″W x 2.4″ H
  • Gap Space
  • .39″ (ADA complaint)
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 36% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 6.28 lbs
  • Blocks per panel
  • 25
  • Panel Coverage
  • 11 5/8″ x 11 5/8″
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)

Equine

  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 9,2 x 9,2 x 7 cm
  • Gap Space
  • 0,6 cm
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • A: 24% B: 34%
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • A: 4.55 kg B: 3.95 kg
  • Blocks per panel
  • A: 8 B: 7
  • Panel Coverage
  • 30cm x 30cm
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)
  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 3.6″L x 3.6″W x 2.8″H
  • Gap Space
  • .2″ (ADA complaint)
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • A: 24% B: 34%
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • A: 10.03 lbs B: 8.7 lbs
  • Blocks per panel
  • A: 8 B: 7
  • Panel Coverage
  • 11 5/8″ x 11 5/8″
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)

Patterned

  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 6.2 x 6.2 x 6 cm
  • Gap Space
  • 1 cm
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 40% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 2.84kg
  • Blocks per panel
  • 14
  • Panel Coverage
  • 30cm x 30cm
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)
  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 2.36″ L x 2.36″ W x 2.35″ H
  • Gap Space
  • 0.39″ (ADA complaint)
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 40% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 6.26lbs
  • Blocks per panel
  • 14
  • Panel Coverage
  • 11 5/8″ x 11 5/8″
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)

Hi Traffic

  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 6.2 x 6.2 x 6 cm
  • Gap Space
  • 1 cm
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 31% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 3.75 kg
  • Blocks per panel
  • 16
  • Panel Coverage
  • 30cm x 30cm
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)
  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 2.36″ L x 2.36″ W x 2.35″ H
  • Gap Space
  • 0.39″ (ADA complaint)
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 31% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 8.23 lbs
  • Blocks per panel
  • 16
  • Panel Coverage
  • 11 5/8″ x 11 5/8″
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)

Hi Flow

  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 7.6 x 7.6 x 6 cm
  • Gap Space
  • 1 cm
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 42% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 2.65 kg
  • Blocks per panel
  • 9
  • Panel Coverage
  • 30cm x 30cm
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)
  • Material
  • Black Locust
  • Grades
  • Premium
  • Paver Dimensions
  • 3″L x 3″W x 2.35″H
  • Gap Space
  • 0,7″ (ADA complaint)
  • Compressive strengths of wood
  • 10,180 psi (parallel to grain)
  • Total void space
  • 42% area
  • Mesh material
  • 1/4 carbon Steel
  • Panel weight
  • 5.84 lbs
  • Blocks per panel
  • 9
  • Panel Coverage
  • 11 5/8″ x 11 5/8″
  • Fire resistance
  • Class A (ASTM E2768-11)

WHY PROFLOW PAVERS?

Longevity

Black Locust is rot-resistant due to its natural genetic makeup. Natural rot-resistance, water-resistance, and anti-fungal properties give Black Locust a lifetime of 50+ years. Its durability and strength make it an excellent and long-lasting landscape surface.

Heat Island Effect

The light color and material properties of Black Locust make it a cooler alternative to concrete and other landscape surfaces, thus reducing the heat island effect. The heat island effect is the difference in temperature between a developed area and natural area. The addition of plants or moss between the pavers can help further reduce the heat absorbed by the ground covering.

Carbon Positive Product

Black Locust has many environmental advantages. Carbon sequestration occurs naturally in Black Locust, and its durability allows this sequestration to exceed beyond 50+ years. Our Black Locust products are minimally processed during the manufacturing, therefore, our CO2 emissions are greatly reduced.

Water Quality

Proflow Permeables™ reduce stormwater runoff and replenish groundwater systems by allowing water percolation between pavers. Pollutants are filtered out during natural bio-filtering processes, improving water quality. In addition, permeability reduces flooding and refreezing. Water infiltration rates of up to 123 inches per hour can be achieved using joint filler ASTM No.8.

Installation

The Black Locust paver panels or setts (12 blocks each) are attached to a recycled wire mesh that lays flat for easy installation. The paver panels can be laid next to each other for quick and simple installation over large areas. The 3⁄8” joints are then fastened with joint filler. Our system will accommodate any joint filler.

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We certify that none of the above listed chemicals are used in the manufacturing of our wood and therefore are not expected to be present in the above mentioned products. Neither can we conceive of a mechanism whereby they could be formed.
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