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J-DRain New 100%

Post Consumer
Recycled
Greenroof Drainage Systems Fabric

Residential Greenroof, Atlanta, GA

(Photo Courtesy David Butler Architects & Thomas Nichols, RLA)

JDR Enterprises, Inc., believes greenroofs are about

‘Attitude & Altitude ’
‘Attitude’: The wish for a better quality of life causes a change in thinking.
‘Altitude’: Greenroofs can be found today in nearly all large cities in the world.

JDR Enterprises, Inc.

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J-DRain VEGETATION
PLANT MEDIA

DRAINAGE LAYER & FILTER

MEMBRANE / INSULATION

ROOF STRUCTURE

Green Roof Cross Section

Why is drainage important?

 Creates drainage at base of greenroof
 Ensures aeration of growing media
 Effective water shedding off roof
 No standing water at plant layer
 No ponding at membrane layers
Residential Greenroof, Atlanta, GA
(Photo Courtesy David Butler Architects & Thomas Nichols, RLA)

Greenroof Design Considerations

A successful Greenroof design relies on a complete understanding of the system mechanics and the
relationship between the various integrated components:
Ÿ J-DRain products are compatible with all waterproofing systems on the market today
Ÿ For optimum performance, we recommend engineered soils with miminum silt or organic that could clog the filter fabric
Ÿ Before the construction begins, it is imperative a licensed structural engineer or architect conduct a structural analysis for
weight load considerations
Ÿ Depending on plant choices and root behavior, this root resistant fabric will prohibit most, but not all, root growth from typical
Greenroof plants.
Ÿ This root resistant fabric is not to act as substitute for the root barrier that is required at the waterproofing membrane layer.
Please consult your waterproofing company for this criterion.
Ÿ Direct UV/sunlight can damage J-DRain products and can cause deterioration. To alleviate UV/sunlight damage, the
engineered soil should be installed to cover J-DRain products within 10-14 days.

J-DRain can be used on all

your greenroof applications:
Commercial & Residential Buildings

Intensive & Extensive Greenroofs

Flat & Low-Sloped Roofs

Hardscaped Areas/Pavers

New City Hall, Greensburg, Kansas

Planters & Planted Areas

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 Root Resistant ECO Fabric
(Grey Side)
New 100% Greenroof
Water Retention
Post Consumer
Recycled
Drainage
Fabric Systems
Perforation For Passage of Excess Rain Water
Filter Fabric for Protection Course Choosing the right drain component:
a number of our products can easily be
J-DRain GRS & GRS50 Cross Section
incorporated into your Greenroof.
Applications: Advantages:

J-DRain GRS ŸUnder Vegetated Areas
ŸNon-Irrigated Roofs
ŸFlat Roofs
ŸShallower Substrates
ŸMaximum Water Retention
ŸPre-assembled drain system, easy install
Ÿ100% Polystyrene Post-Industrial Regrind
ŸWater retention chambers
Retains: (1.1 Gal/10 Sq.ft.)
ŸLow Cost
ŸPrevents root penetration into drain layer
ŸReduces weight of total Greenroof
ŸFilters fine particles
ŸEnsures drainage efficiency

J-DRain GRS50 ŸUnder Vegetated Areas
ŸNon-Irrigated Roofs
ŸFlat or Sloped Roofs
ŸAll Substrates
ŸWater Retention
ŸPre-assembled drain system, easy install
ŸPolypropylene drain core
ŸWater retention chambers
Retains: (.42 Gal/10 Sq.ft.)
ŸLow Cost
ŸPrevents root penetration into drain layer
ŸReduces weight of total Greenroof
ŸFilters fine particles
ŸEnsures drainage efficiency

J-DRain 400RB ŸSloped Roofs ŸPre-assembled drain system, easy install

ŸIrrigated Roofs
ŸDeeper Soil Substrates
ŸPolypropylene drain core
ŸLow cost
ŸPrevents root penetration into drain layer
ŸReduces weight of total Greenroof
ŸFilters fine particles
ŸEnsures drainage effeciency

J-DRain GRS, GRS50, & 400RB are our most popular drain products under planted areas. They are pre-
assembled drain cores with root resistant ECO fabric attached to the top layer. The ECO fabric
prevents fine particles from being washed out and prevents roots from becoming saturated and
affecting the efficiency of the drain layer.

J-DRain 302 ŸUnder Slab ŸExtremely high compressive strength

ŸParking Decks
ŸVehicular Traffic
ŸBetween Roof Membrane
& Insulation
ŸFlexible
ŸExcellent flow rate performance
ŸPerfect for heavy duty vehicular traffic
ŸProvides two sided drainage

We manufacture and supply many drain options for hardscaped / paved areas of your rooftop garden/
plaza deck. J-DRain 302 is our most popular and is a pre-assembled geonet with attached filter fabric.

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 J-DRain Greenroof Accessories
JDR Enterprises, Inc. supplies a range of accessories to ensure a perfect finish.

J-DRain Access Box J-Barrier

Product Description:
Product Size: A solid sheet of 100% post-
Height: 6”
industrial polystyrene
Flange: 18” x 18” regrind. A root barrier is a
Access Opening: 12” x 12” required component and is
generally located within or
at the membrane.

Product Description:
Powder Coated Aluminum Casting with removable, Product Size:
ventilated top and flanged base. Roll size: 4' x 100' roll
Provides easy access and cover for inspection of floor Thickness: 20 mil
drains in a Greenroof application. (0.51mm)

Adhesives ECO Fabric

Underground waterproof seam tape Product Description: Product Size:
Makes watertight junctions & connections 100% post consumer 100 gsm
Provides super stretchability recycled nonwoven 4.5’ x 50’/roll
Elongation: 200% Dielectric: 9000 Volts polyester filter fabric
Thickness: 8 mil Tensile Strength: 20#/sq. inch

Quick dry time

High temperature resistance
Very long working time
Aggressive grab tack *Depending on plant
choices and root behavior,
No clean-up or maintenance this root resistant fabric will
Can be used as a primer or adhesive prohibit most, but not all, root
Excellent adhesion to variety of substrates growth from typical greenroof plants.

*Greenroof specifications are

available @ www.j-drain.com Physical Properties
Grab Elongation

(ASTM D 4632)
(ASTM D 4491)

(ASTM D 4632)

Drainage Core
Grab Tensile
(gal/min/ft2)
Water Flow

Thickness (in.) Compression (psf) Flow (gal/min/ft) Fabric

(lbs.)

(ASTM D 1777) (ASTM D 1621) (ASTM D 4716) Type

(%)
Size (ft)
ECO (1 side)
GRS 4 x 50 1.0 9,500 30 NW (1 side) Fabric
ECO (1 side)
GRS50 4 x 50 0.40 15,000 18 NW (1 side)
ECO
400 4, 6.5, 8.5 x 50 0.40 15,000 18 NW (1 side) Fabric 250 75 40
(ECO)
400RB 4, 6.5, 8.5 x 50 0.40 15,000 18 ECO (1 side) Non-woven
Geotextile 140 100 60
302 4 x 75 0.25 40,000 9 NW (2 sides) (NW)
Woven
700 4, 6.5, 8.5 x 50 0.40 21,000 21 W (1 side) Geotextile 145 365 24
(W)
990 4, 6.5, 8.5 x 50 0.40 33,000 21 W (1 side)

JDR Enterprises, Inc. Come check us out @ http://www.j-drain.com or e-mail info@j-drain.com

292 South Main Street, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA. 30004-1950 (770) 442-1461 (800) 843-7569 Fax: (770) 664-7951