Terra Solida

Multifunctional powdered additive specially formulated to improve the rheology of drainage mixes made with traditional hydraulic binder, facilitating both manual and mechanised laying.‎ It acts as a water retainer, favouring correct hydration of the binder and rapid attainment of the mechanical characteristics suitable for the use of the pavement created.‎ It allows better adhesion between binder paste and aggregate, compensating for the lack of fines characteristic of this type of mix.‎ It also acts as a water reducer, to the total benefit of the mechanical strength and durability characteristics of the pavements created, through the reduction of the water/binder ratio.‎ Advantages- DRAINING: draining capacity greater than 200l/sq.‎m.‎ x min.‎ (value measured by "ANAS" road infiltrometer) - SOLID: approximately 50% increase in mechanical strength achievable compared to traditional binders.‎ - IMMEDIATELY PRACTICAL: rapid commissioning of the pavement thanks to the reduction in the time required to reach maximum mechanical performance (from 30 days to 7 days) - DURABLE: the improvement in mechanical-performance requirements significantly increases the durability of the pavement.‎ - FUNCTIONAL: the special nature of the mix makes it possible to create a flat and robust surface ideal for both cycling and driving in total safety - ECONOMY WITH LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: the use of local aggregates combined with high-performance technologies makes it possible to considerably reduce the thicknesses used, with a consequent reduction in transport costs and emissions into the atmosphere - ECOCOMPATIBLE does not release pollutants and is 100% recyclable - AESTHETICALLY PLEASANT: the possibility of choosing the most suitable aggregate and the colour of the binding matrix makes it easy to place in any architectural context.‎ This product line stems from the very current need to give bicycle or driveway paving an effective draining capacity while maintaining its strength and eco-friendliness.‎ These particular pavings, which can be inserted in any landscape context, are widely used especially in areas where the hydro-geological balance must not be altered at all, also having the possibility of creating it where it does not exist.‎ The careful selection of the inert material performed by our technicians makes it possible to find it almost anywhere, with the added possibility of adding natural oxides to the mix to give the pavement a more pleasant chromatic appearance.‎ What is it? It is an environmentally friendly technology for constructing draining, 100% recyclable flooring, characterised by a natural appearance that neither alters nor contrasts with the surrounding environment.‎ How is it used? It is mixed with a specific mix of monogranular aggregates whose composition guarantees the paving a draining capacity of more than 200l/sq.‎m.‎ x min.‎ thanks to a voids index between 15 and 20% and a high strength ensured by a uniaxial compression resistance at 28 days of curing, performed on 150 mm cubic specimens.‎ Why is it used? CITY Open Paving makes it possible to create highly draining pavements in areas where there is absolutely no need to alter the hydrogeological balance, with high robustness, immediately practicable and with a longer service life.‎ Fields of use Marine areas, woodlands, forests, natural parks, green areas of wineries, dairies, farms, archaeological sites or protected areas subject to historical, landscape and environmental constraints (SIC, ZPS, ZSC zones) golf courses and sports facilities, schools, universities, motorway rest areas, environmental and urban compensation or regeneration.‎