BASF solution keeps golf course pathways up to par

• Elastopave® eases water drainage, keeps golf course pathways looking attractive
• Installed at golf course for first time in Australia; saves time and resources for maintenance teams
• Unique BASF polymer composite system can also be used for paving on driveways, gardens, and public spaces

Melbourne, Australia – April 3, 2017 – The Settlers Run Golf and Country Club will keep its cart pathways clear, dry and looking great thanks to Elastopave®, a polyurethane binder system from BASF.

The country club, a Greg Norman designed golf course in Melbourne, is the first in Australia to install Elastopave. The innovative, easy-to-apply and low-maintenance pavement solution helps reduce flooding and erosion, decreasing maintenance costs. With its wide range of color options, it is also an affordable way to enhance the attractiveness of any golf course.

“We are extremely impressed with the initial results and have received good feedback from our members since the installation. The porous covering layer prevents puddles, meaning less damage to the cart path, lower maintenance costs and shorter downtimes. All we have to do is give it a quick hose-down when it needs cleaning,” said Stuart Graham, Golf Course Superintendent of Settlers Run Golf and Country Club.

Elastopave is a polymer composite which is mixed with gravel or stones. The high proportion of stones of various sizes creates more interconnected cavities than concrete or tar, meaning greater water-permeability. Public spaces paved with Elastopave can absorb an estimated 4,000 liters of water per hour per square meter.

“Elastopave is an efficient and durable system that offers a variety of design possibilities: the aggregate can be varied to blend into the immediate surroundings, matching the unique design of each golf course,” said Andy Postlethwaite, Senior Vice President, Performance Materials Asia Pacific, BASF.

A live demonstration was held at the Victorian Golf Course Superintendents Association (VGCSA) today to demonstrate the features and benefits of Elastopave.

Elastopave has proven its durability and performance in locations around the world. At Munich’s Giesinger train station, 3,000 square metres in front of the station is coated with Elastopave, easing drainage during periods of heavy rainfall. Elastopave was also recently installed in Hangzhou, China, along the famous West Lake where the G20 Summit was held in September 2016.

Elastopave can additionally be used for other surfaces such as driveways and gardens. It is quick and simple to install and requires only simple, readily-available equipment. It can be subjected to weight again after only twelve hours, resulting in very short down time.

For more information regarding Elastopave, visit http://on.basf.com/elastopave_ANZ

Settlers Run Golf & Country Club

Settlers Run Golf & Country Club, located in Botanic Ridge (Cranbourne South) is a Members Course with some opportunity for public play. The 18-hole design of Settlers Run takes advantage of the smooth landscape and natural wetlands to create a layout that fits seamlessly with the surrounding environment. Settlers Run offers members and guests a range of world-class facilities including a state-of-the-art clubhouse with a gym, tennis courts, swimming pool, golf shop, bar/bistro and Vue restaurant. The course was rated number 40 in the latest Australian Top 50 Course ranking conducted by Golf Australia magazine.

About BASF’s Performance Materials Division

BASF’s Performance Materials division encompasses the entire materials know-how of BASF regarding innovative, customized plastics under one roof. Globally active in four major industry sectors – transportation, construction, industrial applications and consumer goods – the division has a strong portfolio of products and services combined with a deep understanding of application-oriented system solutions. Key drivers of profitability and growth are our close collaboration with customers and a clear focus on solutions. Strong capabilities in R&D provide the basis to develop innovative products and applications. In 2016, the Performance Materials division achieved global sales of € 6.8 billion. More information online: www.performance-materials.basf.com

About BASF

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. The approximately 114,000 employees in the BASF Group work on contributing to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio is organized into five segments: Chemicals, Performance Products, Functional Materials & Solutions, Agricultural Solutions and Oil & Gas. BASF generated sales of about €58 billion in 2016. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt (BAS), London (BFA) and Zurich (BAS). Further information at www.basf.com.