On this page we explain the advantages of using the ITALGRIP® anti-skid and waterproofing system.

See also the area dedicated to the comparisons between ITALGRIP® System and Traditional Pavement.
 

Braking distance
The ITALGRIP® System reduces breaking distance by 50% when compared to a Traditional Pavement.
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Hydroplaning
A rain intensity of 7 inches/hr causes hydroplaning for a car traveling at speed of 50 mi/hr on traditional pavement. It does not cause any problem for car traveling on the ITALGRIP® System.
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Car behavior on curves
A simulation program of a car traveling along the same curve shows the car runs off the road in case of Traditional pavement, while on ITALGRIP® System it safely travels along the road, both on dry road or wet road.


Pavement protection
Weather conditions greatly influence Portland cement and asphalt concrete pavement behavior. The ITALGRIP® System with its resin film protects both types of pavement from age related deterioration.


Hydrocarbons
Traditional pavements are adversely affected by road oils, fuel spills, and other petroleum products, such as kerosene, naphta, etc. The ITALGRIP® System, on the otherhand, is not affected by hydrocarbons, and, indeed, protects the underlying pavement.


Ice formation
On Traditional Pavement ice forms a thin layer over the surface, creating a hazardous condition for drivers. The , ITALGRIP® System because of its texture, prevents the formation of the ice layer resulting in much safer roads, even in wintry conditions.
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