Ice formation on roads, sidewalks, and open areas of industrial facilities during the winter months poses a great risk to both pedestrian and vehicle safety. Traditional road salt and chemical deicers, which have been used for years, break down asphalt, poison groundwater, and cause irreversible corrosion (rusting) in vehicles. The global power of the Ertaş Group in mining, Pumice World, offers a 100% ecological, instantly effective anti-slip alternative in winter maintenance with specially crushed and screened volcanic pumice aggregate.
A Strong and Natural Alternative to Traditional Road Salt
Chemical deicers require a certain temperature and time for the ice to melt. However, traction pumice grips the ground almost like a claw from the second it is poured onto the icy surface, thanks to its porous and angular structure. Instantly maximizing the friction coefficient, this natural volcanic stone prevents vehicle tires and shoes from slipping on ice, no matter how low the freezing point is. Moreover, it leaves no toxic waste behind when the melting is over.
Infrastructure, Vegetation, and Vehicle-Friendly Volcanic Protection
The biggest hidden cost of winter maintenance for municipalities and highways is the massive damage salt causes to concrete bridges, asphalt, and roadside landscaping areas. Eco-friendly deicer alternatives produced in Pumice World facilities never damage metal parts and concrete thanks to their neutral pH value; they protect the undercarriages and bodywork of vehicles from corrosion. Blending into the soil when the snow melts, pumice provides extra benefits to landscaping areas by aerating plant roots (like a natural agricultural substrate).
Why Pumice World in Winter Maintenance Operations?
- Instant Traction: A mechanical gripping feature that creates an anti-slip surface the moment it is poured without waiting for it to melt the ice.
- Zero Corrosion and Infrastructure Protection: A chemical-free pure volcanic structure that does not crack asphalt, does not rust bridge irons, and does not harm vehicles.
- Ecological and Sustainable: A 100% nature-friendly solution that does not burn the paws of pets, does not poison groundwater, and nourishes the soil in the spring months.
Incorporate the volcanic power of Pumice World into your winter maintenance strategies to protect your city's roads, the safety of your facilities, and nature all at the same time. Safely overcome the challenges of winter with an environmentally friendly supply chain.