Switzerland: Creabeton tests vegetation wall

The Swiss subsidiary of French construction materials group Vicat, Creabeton, is currently testing a new vegetation wall baptised Skyflor, in partnership with the Geneva-based landscaping, engineering and architectural school Hepia. The high-performance fibre-reinforced concrete acts as a natural support for vegetation due to a porous ceramic surface, allowing roots to pass through. Skyflor is set to be commercialised by Creabeton.

November 15, 2013 Read time: 1 min

The Swiss subsidiary of French construction materials group 684 Vicat, Creabeton, is currently testing a new vegetation wall baptised Skyflor, in partnership with the Geneva-based landscaping, engineering and architectural school Hepia. The high-performance fibre-reinforced concrete acts as a natural support for vegetation due to a porous ceramic surface, allowing roots to pass through.

Skyflor is set to be commercialised by Creabeton.

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