Geotextiles from polypropylene or polyester: Best prices in Greece

Geotextiles from polypropylene or polyester at the best prices you  can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.


What are geotextiles?

They are water permeable fabrics made from weavable fibers - usually from  polypropylene or polyester - which are used for soil stabilization,erosion control,drainage etc. They belong to geosynthetics.


Non woven geotextiles

They resemble felts and provide planar flow. They are perfect for filtration,that's why they are usually called filter fabrics.


Woven geotextiles

They come from fibers woven together and possess high load capacity and  tensile strength. They are good for reinforcement and stabilization but they poor for filtering.



Main functions of geotextiles

Filtration

Geotextiles let the water pass and retain the fine soil particles, keeping thus the french drains fully permeable

Seperation

They prevent two different layers to intermix,keeping thus untouched the integrity of the substrates

Protection

They provide mechanical protection to geomembranes. They can also be used for the protection of road embankments from erosion.

Reinforcement

Heavy woven geotextiles with their high tensile strength are used to reinforce earth structures.

Drainage

Thick non wovens permit water to circulate in their plane. 


 Geotextiles from polypropylene or polyester at the best prices you  can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.



Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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Polypropylene fibers for concrete: Best prices - Greece

Polypropylene fibers for concrete and mortars at the best prices you  can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.

Polypropylene fibers - aka synthetic fibers - are used in cement mixes mainly to control early cracking from plastic shrinkage.

This is more valid for the so called

- micro-synthetic fibers or

- monofilament fibers

which are the biggest market for the  polypropylene / synthetic fibers for concrete. 

They give a smooth finish due to their small size and thus they are used for stamped,architectural or decorative concrete.


Advantages

- they increase the durability of the concrete

- they increase shatter resistance and abrasion resistance

- reduced bleeding and freeze / thaw damage

Usual dosage: 0,6-0,9kg/m3 of concrete


There are also fibrillated fibers which deliver max post peak flexural strength and they are preferably used for screeds and especially for floor heating projects.

Usual dosage: 1kg/m3 of concrete


And of course there are also the structural or macro-synthetic polypropylene / synthetic fibers which are thicker and bigger and can compete with metallic / steel fibers and traditional  steel wire mesh and rebar. They are used mainly for slabs-on-ground and composite metal decks.

Usual dosage: 2kg/m3 of concrete


Polypropylene fibers for concrete and mortars at the best prices you  can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.



Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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Fiberglass mesh fabrics for ETICS / external insulation: Best prices

Fiberglass mesh fabrics for ETICS / external insulation at the best prices you  can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.


Check also:

External insulation / ETICS: Best system and prices in Greece

Fiberglass mesh fabrics are the spine of an ETICS / external insulation. 

Therefore, they should be of premium quality, truly alkali resistant,no compromise accepted.


Technical characteristics of our main fiberglass mesh fabric for ETICS / external insulation

- roll dimensions: 50 x 1m

- weight: 160gr/m2

- mesh size: 5 x 5mm

- type of glass: "E" glass

- anti-alkali sizing: SBR latex 20%

- tensile strength: 2100N/5cm - 1900 N/5cm combined with low elongation for crack prevention

- perfect edge cutting, no unraveling


Fiberglass mesh fabrics for ETICS / external insulation: Installation tips


- mesh should be placed between 1/2 and 1/3 of plaster thickness from the external side

- apply from top to bottom, center to edges

- minimum overlap of 10cm between adjacent meshes to ensure continuity

- no creases accepted


For fiberglass mesh fabrics for ETICS / external insulation at the best prices you  come in touch with us at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.


Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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Self-adhesive,waterproofing bitumen tapes, aluminium faced: Best prices

Self-adhesive,waterproofing bitumen tapes, aluminium faced at the best prices you  can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.


These tapes have numerous other names e.g. :

- flashing tapes

- asphalt or bituminous bands

- peel-and-stick tapes etc.


Adeflex bitumen tapes come to various widths with more usual: 5 - 10 - 15 -20 - 30 - 60 - 100cm.

They are made with a bituminous elastomeric / SBS compound and are faced with an aluminium-polyethylene, strong film which imparts them their strong mechanical characteristics.

They are self-adhesive,that's why they are called peel-and-stick. 
Just remove the silicone paper and press with no flame needed.
A primer is obligatory for porous substrates


Applications

- repair of pipes,gutters,tiles,metal roofs etc

- sealing around roof windows and skylights

- flashing at parapets

- protection and waterproofing of metal and plastic


Advantages of Adeflex self-adhesive,waterproofing bitumen tapes

- versatility

- easy use

- different widths and colours

- no special equipment needed


For self-adhesive,waterproofing bitumen tapes, aluminium faced at the best prices you can come in touch with us at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr


We serve Cyprus, Greece and the whole Balkan region.

Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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Skylights and roof windows: Best prices in Greece

Skylights,roof windows and flat roof windows at the best prices you  can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr


We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.


What are skylights?

For the purpose of this article they are actually simple and cheap roof windows, used to bring daylight and fresh air in uninhabited rooms.

They don't have any extras and accessories they just justify basic needs.


Usual dimensions in Greece and Cyprus:

- 45 x 55cm

- 45 x 73cm

- 48 x 90cm

- 85 x 85cm ( used also for exit puproses ).

Most of them have double glazing although one can find plastic ones.


What are roof windows?

Roof windows are windows placed in the same plane as tiles and they are much more sophisticated than skylights in the sense that:


- they have better and safer glazing

- there are o lot of accessories for better functionality

- they can be electrical, operated with wireless control systems

- they can be much bigger and come to more sizes

- there are more options as far as it regards aesthetics

- they are more waterproof,soundproof and energy efficient


Usual dimensions in Greece and Cyprus:

- 55 x 78cm

- 55 x 98cm

- 66 x 118cm

- 78 x 98cm

- 78 x 118cm

- 78 x 140cm

- 114 x 118cm

There are also flat roof windows which can be installed in completely flat roofs.

 If you need skylights,flat roof windows or roof windows and you are from Greece or Cyprus you  can find the best prices  at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr



Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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SBS and APP modified asphalt membranes for flat roof waterproofing: Best prices

SBS and APP modified asphalt membranes for flat roof waterproofing in a wide variety and at best prices you can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

We serve Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.

SBS and APP modified asphalt membranes are today the best value solution for flat roof waterproofing.

More reliable than liquid membrane waterproofing, less intricate than one ply membrane waterproofing.

SBS vs APP modified asphalt membranes

SBS membranes are more elastic and thus more suitable for bigger roofs. They also exhibit  a better behaviour at lower temperatures.

APP membranes are more apt for warmer climates.


Things to check in asphalt membranes:

- weight / m2

- asphalt mass cold flexibility

- type and weight of reinforcement

- type of self-protection layer

Heavier and more elastic asphalt membranes are obviously more reliable. 

Also, a heavy, spunbond polyester reinforcement is better than a fiberglass reinforcement with minimal mechanical resistance and elongation characteristics.

Aluminium faced asphalt membranes are better suited for upstands and detailing.

You are not going to find better prices if you are from Cyprus, Greece and the Balkan region.

All the range of SBS and APP modified asphalt membranes at your disposal at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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External insulation / ETICS: Best system and prices in Greece

External insulation / ETICS systems and products at the best prices in the Balkan region and Cyprus you can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr


We distribute fully certified products and systems for external insulation / ETICS suitable for new and old buildings in a wide geographical region in Greece, Balkans and Cyprus.


The main components of our systems are:


1. Graphite EPS insulation boards or rock wool as the heart of the system.

2. Alkali resistant fiberglass mesh fabrics at 160gr/m2 as the spine of the system.
 Mesh fabric is the most critical part in an ETICS system and only the best quality is acceptable.

3. Corner beads and various other profiles for the right detailing of the system.

4. Plastic dowels with plastic or metallic pins.

5. Adhesives for thermal insulation plates. 
The same materials are used together with fiberglass mesh fabrics to create the base coat on which the final rendering is applied.

6. Acrylic or silicone thin renderings in a pasty form with their primers as the final touch for protection and aesthetics.


External insulation / ETICS: Main advantages


- excellent thermal comfort

- huge savings concerning heating and cooling expenses

- practically zero thermal bridges thus no condensation and mold

- concurrent innovation of the facade

- full exploitation of the thermal capacity of walls

- short depreciation period

- minimal hustle for the tenants



For external insulation / ETICS systems and products at the best prices in the Balkan region and Cyprus, come in touch with us at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr



Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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HDPE dimpled / studded drainage membranes for basements - Best prices

MacDrain HDPE dimpled / studded drainage membranes for basements at the best prices in the Balkan region and Cyprus you can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki - Greece / info@macon.gr

HDPE dimpled / studded membranes are not waterproofing products. 
Their main mission is to protect the flexible waterproofing layers from mechanical damaging during the embankment filling.

Additionally they create a healthy layer of air around the basement walls keeping them away from mud.

And of course they create a drainage space behind them for the eventual water that passes through their seams.


Main characteristics of MacDrain HDPE dimpled / studded drainage membranes

- robust HDPE construction

- stud / dimple height: 8mm

- color: black

- usual weights: 400 - 500gr/m2

- usual dimensions: 2 x 20m

- high pressure resistance

- not decaying

- toxicologically harmless

- chemically and impact resistant


Fixing of MacDrain HDPE dimpled / studded drainage membranes

Fixing is made with special nails, buttons and profiles all provided by Macon.


Other versions of  HDPE dimpled / studded drainage membranes

- membranes coupled with geotextiles for better drainage

- membranes with higher studs - 20mm - for higher drainage capacity

- membranes with higher studs - 20mm - for higher drainage capacity and an added geotextile as drainage layers for roof gardens, etc.


HDPE dimpled / studded drainage membranes for basements at the best prices in Cyprus, Greece and nearby countries you can find at 0030 2310 428900 - Thessaloniki / info@macon.gr

Christos Strogilis

Civ. eng. – MBA – DipM

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