We just recieved word from Elmich, our partners in Singapore, that they have received certification for the VGM Modular living wall systems at wind speeds up to 68mph. They contracted with a testing agency in Melbourne, AUS, who created and executed the test.  While the video above might not be particularly exciting, the results are excellent.

The short story-

• The new 3rd generation VGM modules (coming at the end of November) feature an optional plastic retaining clip that keeps the module in place. While it was tested here with wind, the same clip can be used for seismic retention and vandal prevention purposes.
• With the wind coming from three different directions, there was still no appreciable uplift on a typical module. That is, the brackets held the boxes fast on the rails no matter the direction of the wind.
• The 3rd generation modules also feature planting windows with additional retention bars. These prevent wind erosion of the soil or plants, and help keep the planting bag in place.

We’ll be featuring a post on the new modules shortly after they debut in December. In addition to the benefits mentioned above, they feature full stainless steel hardware, and a fully removable lid.  As a bonus to the installing contractor, the new bracket system will be faster and easier to assemble than the previous generations.

You can find the full results on a pdf located at our website (http://tournesolsiteworks.com/products/vgm_windtest.pdf), and the certificate can be found at http://tournesolsiteworks.com/products/vgm_windcert.pdf.