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Telescopic Flood-Protecting Walls

Smart Walls Provide Protection for Critical Infrastructure

— May 5, 2021 — Art & Design
Floods are one of the most devasting natural hazards globally, and Smart Walls Construction has devised an innovative way to solve this issue in the form of temporary but durable walls.

As the brand points out, "despite their long-lasting consequences, floods are considered short-duration events that can be measured in a matter of days. Therefore, [they] believe the solution must provide protection only when needed and must allow daily activities to continue when the protection is not needed." Cue the telescopic wall.

The telescopic wall from Smart Walls Construction can be permanently installed and deployed when needs. In addition, the system features boxes instead of boxes (when in a retracted position) that can extend to create a non-permanent structural wall. Moreover, the advanced material ensures the boxes can easily retract or extend without compromising the structural strength.
Trend Themes
1. Telescopic Flood-protecting Walls - The trend of advanced telescopic walls provides an opportunity for construction companies to develop cost-effective flood protection solutions for critical infrastructure facilities.
2. Temporary and Durable Walls - The trend of developing temporary and durable walls provides an innovative solution to protect infrastructure from natural disasters and can lead to the growth of the construction industry.
3. Innovative Structural Materials - The trend of utilizing advanced materials in construction allows for the development of cost-effective and durable protective systems in infrastructure and presents opportunities for manufacturers of innovative materials.
Industry Implications
1. Construction Industry - Telescopic flood-protecting walls present an opportunity for the construction industry to develop innovative methods for protecting infrastructure from natural disasters.
2. Manufacturing Industry - The development of innovative structural materials for the construction of temporary and durable walls presents an opportunity for manufacturers to capitalize on the growing demand for cost-effective flood protection solutions.
3. Critical Infrastructure Facilities - The trend of developing temporary and durable walls presents an innovative solution that can protect critical infrastructure facilities from natural disasters and reduce the risk of damage and loss.
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