NovoCrete®

NovoCrete® is an advanced soil stabilization and road rehabilitation solution that transforms existing soil into high-quality, durable bearing layers. Its innovative mineral-based additive accelerates the cement hydration process, boosting strength, elasticity, and resistance. By creating a new crystalline structure, NovoCrete® enhances the bearing capacity, reduces construction timelines, and minimizes environmental impact—making it a sustainable choice for building long-lasting infrastructure.

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Overview

Discover NovoCrete® – Revolutionizing Construction with Eco-Friendly Innovation

Eco-Friendly and Safe: NovoCrete® is a non-toxic, environmentally safe additive, made from 100% mineral-based materials with no synthetic components.

Validated for Safety: Health and environmental safety have been tested and confirmed by internationally accredited laboratories.

No Need for Excavation: Save time and resources by using existing soil for stabilization, eliminating the need for costly soil excavation and replacement.

Accelerated Construction: The stabilization process is quicker, reducing construction time compared to traditional methods.

Versatile Soil Compatibility: Effective on nearly all soil types, including soils with up to 15% organic content and expansive, highly plastic soils.

Efficient Mix: NovoCrete® typically mixes with cement at a 2% ratio, boosting cement hydration and neutralizing pH levels for enhanced performance.

Stronger, More Durable Bases: Improves unconfined compressive strength, tensile strength, CBR values, modulus of elasticity, and frost resistance.

Prevents Premature Cracking: Unlike traditional cement stabilization, NovoCrete® adds flexibility and tensile strength to absorb vibrations, reducing cracking, even with high binder content.

Pollutant Immobilization: Traps and permanently embeds heavy metals and other pollutants in the soil’s crystalline structure, ensuring long-term environmental protection.

Unlock the future of construction with NovoCrete®—where sustainability, efficiency, and strength meet!

Where NovoCrete® Fits

Transforming Infrastructure with NovoCrete®

The Future of Soil Stabilization

NovoCrete® soil stabilization is suited for infrastructure projects where existing site materials can be upgraded to perform as a durable, hydraulically bound base layer. Rather than relying on full excavation and replacement, the system focuses on improving in-situ soils to support long-term pavement performance, constructability, and lifecycle value. Applicability is confirmed through project-specific evaluation, considering soil conditions, loading demands, climate exposure, and project objectives.

Who We Work With

Municipalities and Public Agencies
Supporting rural and urban municipalities and transportation authorities evaluating alternatives to conventional remove-and-replace construction. Typical engagement includes early feasibility reviews, pilot project support, and alignment with municipal or provincial standards.

Private Developers and Asset Owners
Working with industrial, commercial, and logistics developers seeking durable pavement foundations for roads, yards, and hardstand areas. Focus is placed on upgrading existing site materials in place to reduce excavation, construction time, and long-term maintenance exposure.

Engineers and Designers
Collaborating with geotechnical and civil engineers to support performance-based design integration. This includes material suitability reviews, stabilization strategy input, and coordination with pavement structure design while respecting the role of the Engineer of Record.

Contractors and Construction Teams
Supporting contractors during planning and execution to ensure NovoCrete® stabilization integrates smoothly with standard reclamation and stabilization equipment, construction sequencing, and site workflows.

Our Approach

NovoCrete® is applied as a system, not a product substitution. EcoCEM Consulting works across disciplines to support consistent, defensible performance through evaluation, design coordination, construction support, and documentation. Engagement is scaled to project complexity and risk tolerance, with an emphasis on clarity, constructability, and long-term outcomes.

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The Complete Solution for Sustainable Soil Stabilization

Green Facts

CO2 Savings

Less environmental impact due to
significant reduction of:

Transportation of equipment
Transportation of material
Use of machinery (working hours)
General traffic (deviations and traffic jams)

100% Recyclable

Use of:

Purely mineral
Nontoxic
Non harmful components

Material Savings

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Reduction of new layers and processing
of existing material such as:

Old, existing asphalt layers
Old, existing base layers
In-situ soil material
instead of applying natural resources

Immobilization

The process of the soil stabilization

Immobilizes hazardous substances
Makes contaminated soils usable

Groundwater Protection

Active protection due to

Impermeable, leak-proof surfaces
Compliance with the boundary values of Drinking Water Ordinance

Sustainability

Quality intensification compared to
conventional construction methods by

Resistant and durable results
Significantly reduced maintenance costs
Reduced thickness of the layers
Saving of landfill sites
Reduction of waste disposal expenses

Method Comparison

In today’s fast-paced world, time is money. Reducing construction timelines not only cuts costs but also minimizes the impact on people and the environment. The NovoCrete® system addresses these challenges by significantly shortening project durations, leading to both economic efficiency and environmental sustainability. This makes NovoCrete® a preferred alternative to conventional construction methods and standard cement stabilization. Our innovative approach provides numerous advantages, ensuring we stay ahead of the competition:

Conventional vs NovoCrete® Technology

Faster construction, with the ability to reopen roads to traffic within 24 hours.

Flexibility to build roads with or without pavement.

Long-lasting, high bearing strength due to the formation of long crystal needles during the 90-day hydration process.

Water, acid, and salt resistance, ensuring durability and protection from frost and environmental wear.

Adaptability to nearly all soil types, including loamy, clayey, sandy, and even organic material.

Capability to stabilize contaminated soils and those with high salt content.

Performance verified due to a hydraulically bound base course that provides water resistance and stable behavior under freeze–thaw cycling and moisture variation using in-situ soils.

Minimal to no maintenance required for years, making it a cost-effective choice.

Environmentally friendly, contributing to sustainable construction practices.

With these compelling benefits, NovoCrete® sets a new standard in efficient, resilient, and sustainable construction.

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Cost Savings Using NovoCrete®

In today’s competitive landscape, construction projects must be meticulously planned to win contracts. Along with tight timelines, many projects also operate under strict budget constraints, requiring providers to adapt their costs swiftly to meet project requirements.

Even when flexibility isn’t a requirement, contracting bodies and authorities often face limited budgets for planning and execution. NovoCrete® offers clear cost-saving potential compared to conventional methods. By eliminating common cost drivers—such as soil replacement, transportation, landfill fees, and extended construction periods—NovoCrete® not only reduces expenses but also enhances quality and sustainability.

The chart above illustrates the significant savings potential using road rehabilitation as an example. Often, the intense economic pressure faced by all parties involved in a project can compromise quality standards. By demonstrating how costs can be reduced without sacrificing performance, NovoCrete® provides a solution that alleviates this pressure, ensuring both cost efficiency and high-quality results.

By integrating the NovoCrete® system and leveraging our expert guidance right from the start, you can achieve exceptional project quality while also taking advantage of substantial cost efficiencies. Partnering with us early on ensures a smoother execution, better resource management, and a more sustainable approach to construction.

No excavation needed
No soil replacement required
Eliminates supply and removal logistics
No need to purchase materials for base courses and anti-frost layers
Reduced processing depth
Incorporates old top layers
No anti-capillary layers necessary
Avoids deep foundation requirements

Simultaneous pollutant immobilization
No settlement periods required
Thinner top layers
Asphalt coating can be applied within 24 hours
Top layer is not strictly necessary
Virtually maintenance-free
Reduces landfill usage
Conserves natural resources
Minimizes transportation needs

Application

Spreading NovoCrete® and cement and milling them into the soil

Applying the exact quantity of Cement and NovoCrete® defined (according to the suitability test) either alone or as a ready mixture.

Milling the NovoCrete®/cement mixture (NovoCrete typically 2% of calculated amount of cement) into the native soil while adding water.

Using a grader for the levelling process to install the final level/profile.

Once grading level is complete, final compaction with steel drum roller until required compaction degree is achieved.

Completed stabilized layer - Collect sample cores of freshly milled construction mix by using appropriate Proctor pot/hammer (USC testing in labs at 7/14/28 day curing intervals).

The new asphalt coating can be applied after just 24 hours. This is usually dimensioned to be much thinner than the conventional top layers applied in the road construction sector.