New type of cement is able to absorb 4000 liters of water per minute – Digital Journal

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 A new type of cement made by the British company of tarmac material absorbs instantly liters and more liters of water. – While preventing flooding and maintaining the water, as it continues its cycle and goes to ground

Called Tarmac Topmix Permeable, it is a super-porous cement pavement, designed to remove water from storms and flooding in parking lots, roads, sidewalks and other surfaces.

The material was developed by LaFarge Tarmac, which says that the idea is part of a “sustainable urban drainage system ‘. The water enters through the top layer of permeable cement and then goes through pebbles and goes to the ground, where it becomes groundwater.

In 60 seconds, the Topmix Permeable can drain 4000 liters of water, according with a promotional video of the company.

The company says the material can be installed anywhere to decrease the risk of flooding, but who contemplate using it must first do a search on the ground to identify craters or potential pitfalls, whether in the literal or figurative sense.

One limitation? If the concrete is installed somewhere cold, the water can freeze, which would destroy the whole system. The next challenge now is to build a version of porous concrete that can adapt to cold climates.

Even if relegated only to warmer climates for now, a ride that does not form puddles is a great idea.

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