Arid Regions Hydrophilic Rock Wool for Mine Greening
Product Overview
This innovative product provides an "underground reservoir" solution for mine revegetation in arid and semi-arid regions. These areas experience low annual precipitation and high evaporation rates, making it difficult to sustain long-term plant survival with conventional irrigation methods. Embedded within the soil profile, the material absorbs water like a sponge during rainfall and slowly releases it after precipitation ceases.
Applications
Arid Mining Areas Desertified Mines Revegetation in Low-Rainfall Areas
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Typical Value |
| Density Tolerance |
±10% |
| Fiber Diameter |
≤6.0 μm |
| Shot Content |
≤5.0% |
| Volume Water Absorption |
≥70% |
Product Features
- Long-Term Slow-Release Water Supply: Rapidly absorbs rainwater and releases it gradually, providing consistent water supply for plant growth.
- Reduced Water Loss from Evaporation: The water storage layer is positioned 200–400 mm below the surface, avoiding high surface temperatures and wind-driven evaporation. This results in 2–3 times higher utilization efficiency compared to surface irrigation.
- Adaptation to Arid and Semi-Arid Regions: Enables feasible revegetation solutions for projects previously considered "impossible," significantly expanding the geographic scope of mine ecological restoration.
