The Contech Design Center provides engineers unparalleled flexibility in the layout and configuration of a Xbloc system. Our latest release includes options previously unavailable in a free, web-based design tool:

• A 2D/3D design environment with high resolution graphics including BIM model output.
• The ability to import a PDF site plan and design a system to scale over the plan.
• Provide instant access to customized, project-specific drawings.
• Design multiple systems per project and save for future use.
• Digitally collaborate using the new “Project Collaboration” feature. Share your project easily with anyone through the new project management page.

Contech Design Center

Contech has partnered with Delta Marine Consultants to bring the Xbloc systems to the United States. The Xbloc systems are well-suited for the protection of the United States’ vast coastline, shorelines and breakwaters.

XblocPlus is the next generation coastal protection system handling design waves in excess of 30 feet with slopes up to 1.33H:1V while using 40% less materials than traditional armor solutions. XblocPlus has undergone extensive laboratory testing including testing at the Deltares Delta Flume, the world’s largest hydraulic testing facility. XblocPlus has an efficient and unique installation system that saves valuable time and money.

Features & Design Advantages:

• High resilience to climate change
• Single layer, interlocking, regularly placed
• Up to 50% fewer units than traditional solutions
• Designed to be a maintenance free system
• Architectural finish

Testing

• Extensive testing conducted in the Deltares Delta Flume 
• Testing on multiple wave heights, wave steepness and slopes 
• 3D model tests 
• Ability to scale test project geometry and hydraulic conditions

Installation Advantages 

• Regular placement 
• Clear approval criteria 
• Reduced labor requirements
• Minimal installation time
• Accurate and safe

Xbloc is the has been the market leading concrete armor unit for more than 20 years. More than a half million Xbloc units have been successfully installed on six continents. The units install randomly with high hydraulic stability. The form of the block provides high porosity reducing concrete consumption and overall CO2 footprint compared to traditional armor solutions.

Features & Design Advantages:

• Robust and durable with a long, successful installation record
• Single layer, rapid replacement
• 10% less concrete than other single layer systems
• Adaptable to tough site conditions