June 15th, 2021 |
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- Composite Walls, - Planting & Irrigation
Steep slope? No problem with Terraforce
Purchasing property on a steep slope often leaves the owner faced with finding a safe, but also attractive way to create enough level building space for their dream home. In this case, two plots needed levelling to allow optimal space for two new luxury villas and generous gardens to be built on the slopes of Paarl Mountain, South Africa.
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May 26th, 2021 |
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- Riverbank, Lake & Shoreline, - Storm Water Control
During the drought in 2017, the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) Bellville Campus announced that all their existing green spaces were being irrigated with recycled water that is collected and pumped into an on-site lake. In August 2020 – to comply with City of Cape Town’s by-laws and regulations for storm-water management – this lake was extended and upgraded to increase the capacity of the existing retention pond as well as refurbish the existing outlet and inlet structures. Read more »
April 26th, 2021 |
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- General News
“There is no such thing as ‘business ethics’. People either have ethics or they don’t. If they do not have personal ethics, they will definitely not have ethics in business and if they have personal ethics, they will definitely have it in business too.”
Dr John C. Maxwell American author, speaker, and pastor.
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March 17th, 2021 |
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- Composite Walls, - Slope Stabilisation
Terraced Terraforce round face retaining walls for eroding slopes in a residential area situated on very steep hills in Morocco:
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February 19th, 2021 |
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- Riverbank, Lake & Shoreline, - Slope Stabilisation
Nhoxani Beach, meaning ‘Peaceful Place’, is a prime waterfront private housing estate on the bay of Maputo, situated on the magnificent Santa Maria peninsula, Mozambique. Read more »
January 19th, 2021 |
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- Composite Walls, - Roads, Driveway & Parking, - Slope Stabilisation
When in mid-2020 Terraforce received the final images of a newly completed Terraforce earth retaining wall at the Salamanca Hospital, Salamanca, Spain, we were immediately struck by the technical excellence on display. Having followed the installation process step by step, this outstanding outcome is not surprising. Read more »
December 7th, 2020 |
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- Riverbank, Lake & Shoreline, - Storm Water Control
Looking back
It’s been a tough year. Getting through hard lockdowns and building industries at standstill has been challenging, however we can thankfully announce that sales have stabilised and mostly returned to pre-lockdown levels. Some regions even presented with an increase in sales. Read more »
November 25th, 2020 |
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- Slope Stabilisation, Erosion Control
Levelling the way for Shoprite Checkers
Concrete block retaining walls are often used to stabilise the slopes built during the construction of level platforms for new commercial or residential developments, such as for the new Shoprite Checkers on Drakenstein Road, Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. This site is nestled on gently sloping land between the Berg River to the west and the Drakenstein mountain range to the east, requiring slope stabilising measures. Read more »
October 28th, 2020 |
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- Planting & Irrigation, - Storm Water Control
Why Terracrete?
Terracrete hard lawn blocks hold many benefits for landscape designers. From an aesthetic point of view, they are very versatile – a grass driveway, a rustic gravel driveway or an attractive pattern of pavers can provide the finishing touch to a residence or development that is looking to stand out. In addition, permeable grass pavers can add a parklike or pastoral feel to many areas that normally require hard paving, while providing effective storm water management and permeability at the same time.
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September 29th, 2020 |
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- Landscaping & Terracing
Dealing with a property on a slope AND keeping it attractive!
Don’t let the steep slope in your backyard get in the way of your landscaping dreams. Conquer a problem slope by installing a concrete-block retaining wall — you’ll add space, structure, and value to your property. Read more »
August 11th, 2020 |
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- Designs & Specifications
We are happy to announce that Maxiwall Pro now includes important upgrades to ensure our users continue to optimize their workflow and remain in compliance with the most recent Design Standards. Read more »
July 22nd, 2020 |
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- Outdoor Entertainment, Gravity Retaining
Don’t let the slope in your backyard get in the way of your landscaping dreams. A concrete retaining wall with function can bring appeal to any garden. If you’re looking to change the character of your backyard and create more entertainment space at the same time, a retaining wall may be your answer! Read more »
