Carbon Emissions of Line Marking | White Paper
Line marking is a fundamental part of transport systems helping to manage traffic flow and maintain road safety. The UK government has set an ambitious target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Line marking plays a role in supporting the infrastructure sector to achieve this goal.
THE CARBON EMISSIONS OF LINE MARKING
This white paper examines the carbon footprint associated with various line marking systems.
Showing the potential for carbon reduction based on a comparison of hot thermoplastic line marking application and cold applied line marking systems.
DECARBONISATION OF LINE MARKING EMISSIONS
THERMOPLASTIC MARKING
Thermoplastic Road Markings (TRMs) are used on more than 95% of public roads in the UK since the 1950s. The high use of TRMโs for line marking public roads represents a significant carbon output. This is because TRMโs are typically applied using a heavy- duty class 8 support truck.
The system also requires heating and agitation of the material before application onto the road. The material also has to be maintained at a constant temperature throughout the line marking shift.
COLD APPLIED MARKING
Cold applied line marking offer a high- performance alternative to systems such as thermoplastic line marking. Cold applied systems include; Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) cold plastics, and solvent or water based acrylics.
These systems do not require heating during the line marking process and they can be transported by LCVs. The cold paints can be applied with a range of modern, efficient equipment, reducing wastage of product. They can also be battery powered.
EXPLORING CARBON EMISSIONS...
This study was verified by Avieco on behalf of Meon. The study was carried out independently from Meon by the University of Alberta, Canada, drawing on industry insight, scientific research and product specifications. The study is further endorsed by Blue Symmetry, a leading UK Consultancy.
EXPERT KNOWLEDGE
Meon are the technical experts in line marking, surface repair and reinstatement. With having over 25 years of experience and delivering world class solutions to our customers in highways, facilities, public realm and more. All achieved through our expert knowledge and support.
Working closely and in concert with key industries has enabled the development of relevant and productive solutions to cover the real needs and demands of todayโs world.
Whatever a situation or specification may require we focus intently in order to exceed expectations through the whole project and to ensure that the asset gets the very best in attention and value.
As a result of this we have published a range of whitepapers containing useful insights into some of the areas in which we operate, and the people we serve.
