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"Super Sol L2" is a lightweight material made from recycled glass. It is used on-site for various applications aimed at reducing soil pressure, such as backfill for embankments and fill material over underground structures. With a specific gravity of 0.4 to 0.5, it is lightweight, being 1/5 to 1/7 the weight of ordinary soil, and can be handled similarly to regular soil without the need for curing. It also offers high versatility, allowing use in uneven terrains and narrow spaces, significantly improving workability and contributing to shortened construction periods. The raw material is natural waste glass bottles. It is a safe and reliable material that has high safety standards for the surrounding environment and meets soil environmental criteria. 【Features】 - Irregular gravel with countless holes, particle size ranging from 2 to 75 mm - Easy installation through leveling and compaction - Registered with NETIS (registration period until March 2011) - Eco Mark certified product - Patent obtained and trademark registered ★ A collection of construction case studies is currently available! You can view it immediately from "Download"! ★

■ Super Sol L1 is a lightweight greening material with a specific gravity of 0.25 to 0.5. ■ It is available in size-adjusted types: small (4 to 15 mm) and medium (15 to 25 mm). ■ When mixed with soil, it does not compact, allowing for the creation of a granular soil structure suitable for root development. ■ Being porous, it has good air permeability, water permeability, and nutrient retention, which helps plant growth. ■ When used as a drainage base material or as bottom stones in pots, it is effective in preventing root rot. ■ It can be packed into a permeable tubular non-woven fabric and used as an oxygen pipe in planting work. ■ As a hard material, it does not crush and maintains its effectiveness over time. ■ Its lightweight nature makes it suitable for greening on rooftops and balconies with load restrictions. □ For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

■ The porous super soil is ideal for microbial habitats. ■ Organic matter is decomposed and accumulated through the action of microorganisms. ■ It is used as a filtration material for aquariums. ■ The effects are long-lasting, and it maintains water quality, reducing the effort required for water changes by half. ■ There is no degradation of the material, and it does not break. ■ It can be used as a filling material for rainwater retention systems. Since the stored rainwater can maintain its quality without circulation, it can be installed at a low cost, and running costs can be minimized. ■ It can be used as a lightweight floating material for dairy wastewater. It can purify high-concentration organic wastewater mixed with manure and milk to a level suitable for river discharge. 〇 For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

■ Super Sol L1 is a lightweight material with a specific gravity of 0.25 to 0.5. ■ It is available in different particle sizes: medium (15-25 mm), small (4-15 mm), and sand-like (less than 4 mm). ■ Being porous, when mixed with inorganic soil improvement materials, it enhances aeration, drainage, and water retention, leading to increased yields. ■ It is suitable for agricultural subsurface drainage materials, and its effectiveness and yield increase have been confirmed. ■ By mixing it with soil to lighten the soil, it can be used for high-rise cultivation, making work easier. □ For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

"Super Soil" is a lightweight sandbag weighing about 6 kg, which is less than 1/4 the weight of conventional sandbags (approximately 25 kg). When an earthquake causes unevenness on the road, vehicles cannot pass. However, this product can quickly correct the unevenness to secure emergency transport routes and enable rapid "road clearance" for emergency vehicles. *Road clearance refers to the urgent removal of minimal debris to allow emergency vehicles to pass, even if only one lane is available, and to create a passable relief route through simple unevenness correction after an earthquake or similar event. [Features] - Lightweight, allowing multiple sandbags to be transported at once. - Improved workability. - Weighs less than 1/4 compared to conventional products. - For road surface unevenness. - Made from recycled lightweight foamed glass material from glass bottles. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

"Super Sol L2" is a lightweight material made from recycled waste glass. As a lightweight fill material, it is useful for reducing soil pressure and preventing settlement in applications such as roadbed and embankment backfill, as well as behind retaining walls. The unit weight is 4 kN/m³, achieving a weight that is 1/5 to 1/7 that of ordinary soil, and it can be used like ordinary soil without the need for curing. It is also easy to work with in distorted terrains and narrow spaces. It is chemically stable and does not corrode. 【Features】 - Contains countless holes and has an irregular gravel shape with particle sizes ranging from 2 to 75 mm. - Easy installation through leveling and compaction. - Patented and trademarked. Eco Mark certified. - Registered with NETIS. Registration period ended in March 2011 (QS-980235, CB-040086). ★ "Super Sol" has been established as "Glass Foam Recycling Material" in JIS (JIS Z 7313). * The first 20 companies will receive product samples! A case study collection featuring examples of this product's application is also available. Catalogs and case study collections can be viewed immediately from the [Download] section. If you would like a sample, please apply through the [Contact Us] section.

"Super Sol," a lightweight foamed material made from recycled glass. Its features include being inorganic, porous, lightweight, water-retentive, drainage-capable, non-combustible, and resistant to chemicals, making it a very manageable material. By adjusting the types of bubbles during production, it can be tailored to meet specific performance and weight requirements for various applications. Additionally, it can be combined with various materials to create new products. [Examples of Applications] ◎ Lightweight Fill (Civil Engineering)… Lightweight fill material, backfill for retaining walls, subsurface drainage material, elevation material, etc. ◎ Greening… Inorganic soil amendment, oxygen pipes, rooftop greening materials, artificial lightweight soil. ◎ Agriculture… Inorganic soil amendment, subsurface drainage material, artificial lightweight soil, mulching material, solution cultivation. ◎ Purification… Rainwater retention systems, artificial wetland systems, water quality purification materials, aquarium filtration materials. ◎ Multipurpose… Crime prevention, weed control gravel, road repair materials, soil deodorization, stone wash. *For more details, please refer to the materials. We are also looking for new applications for this product. Please share your ideas through the inquiry form.

The method of using Super Sol as a lightweight material by mixing it with excavated soil, inexpensive purchased soil, crushed stone, etc., is called "mixed lightweight soil." 【Features / Benefits】 - Lightweight (suppresses settlement, reduces earth pressure, etc.) - The soil properties of the mixed soil (density, strength, permeability, etc.) can be adjusted according to the mixing ratio. - Easy to construct (can be implemented using conventional earthwork procedures and construction machinery) - Consideration for the global environment - Cost reduction in materials. Reduction in the amount of lightweight material used by utilizing excavated soil and inexpensive crushed stone. - Reduction in disposal costs for surplus soil through effective use of locally generated excavated soil. - In 2019, a JIS standard was established for "glass foam recycled materials." (JIS Z 7313) - NETIS (New Technology Information System) Lightweight embankment material "Super Sol" Registration number QS-980235 Registration period 1999.02.09 to 2011.3.31 Listing ended due to expiration of the period. * The Glass Foam Material Business Cooperative obtained the Qualified Union Certification for Public Procurement on April 16, 2020. This has established a responsibility system and quality control for "Super Sol," enhancing its public nature. ● For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

In the landscaping industry, balancing soil moisture retention and drainage is crucial for optimizing plant growth environments. Especially in limited soil environments such as urban greening and rooftop gardens, ensuring appropriate moisture retention and aeration is essential for the healthy growth and maintenance of plants. Super Soil L1 achieves both moisture retention and drainage, promoting plant growth while preventing root rot. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Rooftop greening - Wall greening - Park planting - Gardening 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Improved soil moisture retention - Prevention of root rot - Promotion of plant growth - Enhanced workability due to lightweight properties

In the construction industry, there are many situations where lightweight buildings are required, and it is particularly important to reduce the burden on structures in rooftop greening and balcony greening. Additionally, poor drainage and air permeability of the soil can lead to poor plant growth, potentially undermining the effects of greening. Super Sol L1 is lightweight yet ensures drainage and air permeability, balancing the lightweight nature of buildings with plant growth. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Rooftop greening - Balcony greening - Lightweight embankment - Drainage base material 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduces the burden on building structures - Prevents root rot - Promotes plant growth - Effects are sustained

In apartment landscaping, due to the structure of the building, the soil tends to have poor drainage and aeration. This can easily lead to root rot and poor plant growth. Additionally, when greening rooftops or balconies, it is important for materials to be lightweight. Super Sol L1 is lightweight yet improves drainage and aeration, supporting healthy plant growth. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Rooftop greening - Balcony gardening - Soil improvement for planting spaces - Use as a drainage substrate 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Prevention of root rot - Promotion of plant growth - Reduced burden on buildings due to lightweight materials - Long-term maintenance of greening

In agriculture, proper drainage is a crucial factor that influences crop growth. Poor soil drainage can lead to root rot and the occurrence of pests and diseases, potentially resulting in reduced yields and lower quality. Super Soil L1 addresses these challenges by improving drainage and creating an environment suitable for root development. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Improving field drainage - As a planter or pot bottom stone - Soil improvement during seedling cultivation 【Effects of Implementation】 - Prevention of root rot - Promotion of crop growth - Increase in yield - Quality enhancement

In rooftop greening, ensuring insulation performance is essential for the energy efficiency of buildings. At the same time, being lightweight is also important in the unique environment of rooftops. Traditional soil can be heavy and may impose a burden on the building's structure. Super Sol L1 is lightweight yet exhibits excellent insulation properties, addressing these challenges in rooftop greening. 【Usage Scenarios】 - As insulation material in rooftop greening - As a lightweight greening substrate - When wanting to reduce the burden on the building's structure 【Effects of Implementation】 - Improved insulation performance of the building - Reduced structural burden due to lightweight rooftop greening - Enhanced growth environment for plants

In the cultivation of grass on golf courses, ensuring proper drainage and aeration is crucial. Grass roots require oxygen, and excessive moisture can lead to root rot. Super Soil L1 addresses these challenges as a soil amendment, providing an environment suitable for root development. This promotes healthy grass growth and contributes to the maintenance of beautiful golf courses. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Grass cultivation on fairways, greens, and tee grounds - Improvement of drainage and prevention of root rot - Use as a soil amendment 【Effects of Implementation】 - Improved drainage and aeration - Reduced risk of root rot - Promotion of grass growth - Maintenance of beautiful golf courses

In park green space management, proper drainage is a crucial factor that influences the growth environment of plants. In particular, soil saturation due to rainwater can lead to root rot and poor plant growth. Super Soil L1, with its excellent permeability, helps to drain excess moisture from the soil and promotes healthy root growth. As a result, the park's green spaces can maintain a healthier and more beautiful condition. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Planting areas in parks - Locations needing rainwater infiltration measures - Areas where permeability needs to be improved 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Prevention of root rot - Promotion of plant growth - Improvement of soil environment

In road embankments, it is important to prevent soil and sand runoff and maintain a stable condition. In particular, the collapse of embankments due to natural disasters such as heavy rain and earthquakes can lead to road closures and secondary disasters. Super Sol L1 is lightweight yet can enhance the stability of embankments, contributing to the reduction of long-term maintenance costs. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Embankment greening - Drainage behind retaining walls - Lightweight fill 【Effects of Implementation】 - Reduced burden on embankments due to lightweight properties - Prevention of soil and sand runoff due to excellent drainage - Improved long-term embankment stability

In riverbank protection, it is essential to prevent sediment runoff and to protect the ecosystem and maintain the landscape. In particular, ensuring the stability of the bank and the growth environment for plants is crucial. Inappropriate soil conditions can lead to root rot and poor plant growth, potentially compromising the functionality of the bank. Super Soil L1, being lightweight and excellent in drainage and aeration, contributes to the greening of riverbanks as a soil improvement material that promotes plant growth. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Greening of riverbank slopes - Planting base at water's edge - Drainage layer to prevent root rot 【Effects of Introduction】 - Reduces the burden on riverbanks due to its lightweight nature - Promotes plant growth with excellent drainage and aeration - Contributes to the long-term stability of riverbanks and maintenance of the landscape

In schoolyards, poor drainage during rainy weather and hard soil can become problematic. When drainage is poor, the playground can become flooded, making it unsafe for children to play and negatively impacting plant growth. Additionally, hard soil can prevent plant roots from growing adequately, hindering the greening of the schoolyard. Super Sol L1 was developed to address these challenges. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Soil improvement in schoolyards - Improvement of drainage in playgrounds - Soil enhancement in planting areas 【Effects of Implementation】 - Improved drainage allows the playground to be used immediately after rain - Softer soil enables children to play safely - Promotes plant growth, resulting in a lush schoolyard

In maintaining the landscape of theme parks, beautiful green spaces are a crucial factor that influences visitor satisfaction. It is essential to create a suitable growing environment for plants and to maintain long-term aesthetics. Poor soil drainage and aeration can lead to root rot and poor growth, potentially damaging the landscape. Super Soil L1 improves drainage and aeration, providing a healthy soil environment for plants to thrive. As a result, the green spaces in theme parks can remain vibrant, offering visitors a comfortable space. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Flower beds - Planting spaces - Rooftop greening - Planting along walkways 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Prevention of root rot - Promotion of plant growth - Long-term maintenance of aesthetics - Reduction of maintenance costs

We would like to introduce examples of rainwater storage tanks and rainwater infiltration tanks utilizing Super Soil. In particular, in areas where urbanization has progressed, it has become difficult for rainwater to infiltrate underground, leading to urban flooding that flows into rivers in a short period of time. By utilizing the water retention capabilities of Super Soil, it is being used as a rainwater storage tank to temporarily hold rainwater, as well as a rainwater infiltration tank that slowly allows the stored rainwater to infiltrate over time. 【Example Overview】 ■ Application Category: Rainwater Storage, Rainwater Infiltration Tank, Rain Garden ■ Client: Private Sector ■ Construction Location: Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture ■ Porous ■ Water Retention and Drainage *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

In the construction industry, lightweight materials are essential for cost reduction, shortening construction periods, and improving safety. Particularly in embankments on soft ground or underground structures, reducing soil pressure becomes a critical issue. "Super Sol L2" is lightweight yet possesses high strength, addressing these challenges. It is an environmentally friendly material made from recycled glass, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society. 【Application Scenarios】 - Embankments on underground structures - Backfilling for retaining walls - Improvement of soft ground - Embankments on steep slopes 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduction of soil pressure - Shortening of construction periods - Improved workability - Decreased environmental impact

In earthworks within the civil engineering industry, lightweight, drainage capability, and workability are essential. Particularly for embankments on soft ground or around underground structures, reducing soil pressure is crucial, and shortening construction time is also a challenge. Super Sol L2 reduces soil pressure due to its lightweight and enhances ground stability through its drainage properties. Additionally, its ease of construction contributes to shortening the construction period. 【Application Scenarios】 - Embankments over underground structures - Backfilling behind retaining walls - Embankments on soft ground 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduction of soil pressure - Shortening of construction time - Improvement of workability

In the landscaping industry, proper drainage is essential for the healthy growth of plants. Particularly in areas with poor drainage or where rainwater tends to accumulate, the risk of root rot and disease increases. Super Soil L2 provides excellent drainage, quickly expelling excess moisture and creating an optimal environment for plant roots. 【Application Scenarios】 - Drainage solutions for gardens - Improvement of planting bases - Rooftop greening - Walkways in parks 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Prevention of root rot - Promotion of plant growth - Improved maintenance - Long-term landscape preservation

In the agricultural field, soil moisture retention is important for promoting crop growth. This is especially necessary in arid regions or when there is a desire to reduce the effort of watering. By using Super Soil L2 as a soil amendment, moisture retention is enhanced, allowing the soil to retain the water needed for crop roots. This reduces the frequency of watering and supports crop growth. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Soil improvement in farmland - Use in planters and pots - Rooftop greening 【Effects of Implementation】 - Improved moisture retention - Reduced frequency of watering - Promotion of crop growth

In the field of environmental pollution control, measures are required to prevent the expansion of soil and groundwater contamination. It is particularly important to suppress the spread of harmful substances and ensure a safe environment. Super Soil L2 is a lightweight material made from recycled glass, and it meets soil environmental standards, allowing for pollution control while reducing environmental impact. Its lightweight nature enhances workability and contributes to shortening construction periods. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Containment of contaminants at soil pollution control sites - Leachate management at landfills - Replacement of soil containing harmful substances 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduction of environmental impact - Shortened construction periods due to improved workability - Ensured safety by meeting soil environmental standards

In the warehouse industry, issues such as ground subsidence and differential settlement are becoming more common due to the storage of heavy goods and the installation of large equipment. These problems can lead to structural damage to buildings, damage to stored items, and decreased work efficiency. Ground improvement is essential to prevent these issues and ensure the safety of warehouses. Super Sol L2 is lightweight yet has high strength, contributing to the improvement of weak ground. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Ground improvement in new warehouse construction - Ground subsidence measures for existing warehouses - Ground reinforcement in heavy goods storage areas 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Increased building longevity due to improved ground stability - Protection of stored items by reducing subsidence risks - Ensuring a safe working environment - Shortened construction periods and cost reduction

In the railway industry, the stability of the tracks is extremely important as the foundation for safe operations. In particular, deformation of the tracks due to ground subsidence or soil pressure not only hinders train operations but also carries the risk of serious accidents. Super Soil L2 contributes to the stabilization of tracks on soft ground by reducing soil pressure due to its lightweight properties. Additionally, its excellent drainage capability prevents the deterioration of the subgrade, achieving long-term stability. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Track embankment - Subgrade improvement - Tunnel entrance areas - Bridge sections 【Effects of Implementation】 - Suppression of track deformation due to reduced soil pressure - Protection of the subgrade through improved drainage - Cost reduction through shortened construction periods - Stabilization of operations through improved safety

In the road and bridge industry, there is a demand for the lightweight design of bridges and the reduction of earth pressure. Particularly in the repair and seismic reinforcement of aging bridges, it is important to ensure sufficient strength while minimizing the increase in the weight of the structure. Additionally, when constructing bridges on soft ground, measures to prevent settlement through ground improvement are essential. Super Sol L2 excels in lightweight properties and drainage, contributing to the resolution of these challenges. 【Application Scenarios】 - Embankment for bridges - Backfill for retaining walls - Bridge construction on soft ground 【Effects of Implementation】 - Reduced burden on structures due to lightweight design - Improved stability of structures due to reduced earth pressure - Shortened construction period due to enhanced workability

In the construction of undulations on golf courses, it is essential to ensure drainage while simultaneously reducing soil pressure and maintaining long-term stability of the terrain. Improper material selection can lead to ground subsidence and poor drainage, potentially compromising the quality of the course. Super Sol L2 is lightweight, has excellent drainage properties, and is easy to work with, making it ideal for creating undulations. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Creating undulations around greens - Creating undulations on fairways - Drainage measures around bunkers 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduction of soil pressure due to lightweight properties - Improved drainage due to excellent drainage capabilities - Shortened construction period due to ease of installation - Assurance of long-term stability of the terrain

In the base layer for playground equipment, shock absorption and drainage are required to ensure the safety of children. Poor drainage during rainy weather can lead to muddy areas around the equipment, increasing the risk of falls. Additionally, depending on the installation site of the equipment, measures against ground subsidence may also be necessary. Super Sol L2 is lightweight and has excellent drainage properties, enhancing safety as a base layer for playground equipment. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Base layer for equipment installation - Paving material for pathways - Improvement of poorly draining areas 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Shock absorption during falls - Prevention of puddles due to excellent drainage - Measures against ground subsidence - Reduced construction time due to improved workability

In disaster prevention and evacuation routes, securing a rapid evacuation path is crucial. Stability of the ground, ensuring drainage, and ease of construction are required. Particularly in areas with a high risk of landslides or evacuation routes on soft ground, it is essential to reduce soil pressure and enhance drainage. Super Sol L2 excels in lightweight properties, drainage, and ease of construction, providing the necessary functions to enhance the safety of evacuation routes. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Evacuation routes in areas with a high risk of landslides - Evacuation routes on soft ground - Renovation work on existing evacuation routes 【Effects of Implementation】 - Improved ground stability through reduced soil pressure - Reduced flooding risk due to excellent drainage - Enhanced ease of construction and shortened construction period due to lightweight properties - Reduced environmental impact

In the solar power generation industry, there is a demand for lightweight mounting structures and reduced load on the ground. Particularly when installing on soft ground or sloped areas, the stability and workability of the mounting structures are crucial. Inadequate ground measures can increase the risk of sinking or tipping of the mounting structures. Super Sol L2 is optimal for solar power mounting installations as it is lightweight while reducing soil pressure and providing excellent drainage. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Foundation part of solar power mounting structures - Installation of mounting structures on soft ground - Backfilling behind retaining walls 【Effects of Implementation】 - Reduced load on the ground due to lightweight design - Improved ground stability due to excellent drainage - Shortened construction period due to enhanced workability