This section includes but is not limited to the installation of a reinforced 2ply cold fluidapplied rubber modified waterproofing with all the materials, labor and supervision necessary to provide a continuous waterproofing system below grade. For example, mapei provides a wide array of below grade waterproofing options that have decades of proven success around the globe. The manual of below grade waterproofing systems by henshell, justin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. For products not covered by this waterproofing range manual, please refer to the general products catalogue.
Below grade below ground level waterproofing should be used any time a wall is retaining earth. Belowgrade and abovegrade options help meet your multifamily needs. Counterthrust waterproofing watstop below grade concrete waterproofing bentotelo diajoint restoration of old bituminous membranes oriplast oriplast reflex waterproofing of wet areas bathroom and kitchen acriflex mono to protect to solve to waterproof an appropriate waterproofing will allow your building to live longer without maintenance. Mineral based systems, which include bentonite clay which. Junction between matslab and vertical element 296 the design of the interface between th e waterproofing systems of below grade mat297 slab foundations and those of below grade concrete wall s. There are two main ways to classify waterproofing systems based on. Study guide for the registered waterproofing consultant. Aguabase also serves as a cementreinforced flexible base application for the waterproofing of lightweight and cast. Concrete is then poured, and the waterproofing fuses to the foundation wall as it cures. In addition to being crucial to the longterm integrity of the wall, waterproofing will help keep you and your possessions dry, and your walls free of efflorescence and algae.
As an example, a rare book vault built below the water table employed a wallwithinawall arrangement, with a pump system in the channel between the inner and outer walls to augment the positive side membrane. Furnishing of all labour, materials, services and equipment necessary for the supply and installation of waterproofing systems as described in the boq to concrete. The advent of liquidapplied waterproofing systems has quickly changed the way water resistant membranes are viewed in the construction industry. Some systems fulfill the requirements of both water. Below grade systems wbdg whole building design guide. Colphene 3000 is a selfadhered, sbsmodified bitumen membrane for use in approved waterproofing assemblies. Dampproofing the manual of belowgrade waterproofing. The revised edition of the manual of below grade waterproofing systems provides the education and product information to enable designers to take a sound, fundamental approach to these contemporary challenges. Waterproofing 3 design principles specialist input the specification of waterproofing systems is a specialised task. The ever evolving technology of waterproofing presents challenges.
Many waterproofing manufacturers offer multiple product lines, each with their own specialization and detailing products. The complete list of below grade and plaza waterproofing systems are listed within csi masterformat. Belowgrade waterproofing systems and design 201709. However, the challenges of many belowgrade situations are often overlooked and underestimated. Yet, the penalties for making mistakes during this critical step in the sealing process can be severe. The manual of below grade waterproofing systems is an indispensable working resource for architects, civil engineers, contractors, specifiers, materials manufacturers, landscape architects, and all other professionals involved with the design and construction of habitable underground spaces. Understanding below grade waterproofing systems and design. Cgi performs concrete gel injection by drilling and injecting a. The manual of below grade waterproofing systems 2nd edition justin henshell 2016 the references listed above are only some of the many that were used in the development of this exam. The companys technical services department is at your complete disposal for. Soprema products waterproofing below grade sbs modified. This new manual, which is separate from and intended to complement the nrca roofing and waterproofing manual, fifth edition, provides detailed technical information regarding waterproofing and dampproofing buildings and other structures, including below grade constructions, vertical applications and plaza decks. These below grade areas provide functional spaces for uses such as storage, office space, mechanicalelectrical rooms, parking, tunnels, crawlspaces, etc.
Fixit healthy construction booklet construct your ideas, 2012, pp 912 1. Nov 26, 2014 combination systems for sensitive spaces below grade, more sophisticated systems have been used. Blindside waterproofing is a system in which a below grade waterproofing membrane is temporarily attached to the soil retention system facing the excavation prior to casting the concrete. The 2016 revised edition provides the education and product information to enable building designers to take a sound, fundamental. Mackintosh corporation provides a great variance of waterproofing services as can be seen from the service portfolio listed below. External basement waterproofing super service industrial. Although bentonite is in many household products, it has become one of the more versatile. Blind side waterproofing incorporates the waterproof membrane on the face of the shoring before the foundation is cast. Used for vertical and horizontal waterproofing on structural foundation walls and decks can be used on below grade foundation walls, tunnels, balconies, split slabs, plaza decks, parking decks and bridges good for interior applications such as bathrooms, kitchens, mechanical rooms and laboratories mapethene waterproofing system. Sodium bentonitebased waterproofing systems have steadily gained in popularity for belowgrade application for both blindside and positiveside construction. Pdf on nov 1, 2010, alireza biparva and others published smart. The manual of belowgrade waterproofing systems justin. Doi link for the manual of belowgrade waterproofing.
The products presented below are those used for waterproofing new and existing constructions. Tamko offers waterproofing solutions for applications ranging from foundations, windows and doors to. The revised edition of the manual of belowgrade waterproofing systems provides the education and product information to enable designers to take a sound, fundamental approach to these contemporary challenges. Waterproofing is one of the most important parameters considered in the construction of building and structures to. The manual of belowgrade waterproofing 2nd edition. This is meant to serve as a guide to illustrate the types of references used. An overview of waterproofing solutions construction specifier. Basement waterproofing of new structures excerpts from dr. Moisture loc specializes in applying below grade waterproofing systems for new commercial buildings across the charlotte nc area.
Positive side systems, used both above and below grade, are generally preferred over negative side. Polymerization is a chemical reaction in which two or more small molecules combine to form larger molecules. Below grade waterproofing the tritoflex waterproofing system is the perfect fit for waterproofing concrete foundation walls, footings, and beneath slabs on new construction or renovation projects. Below grade waterproofing is the core discipline of any waterproofing specialist. Discuss the history of belowgrade waterproofing and associated. Belowgrade insulfoam manufactures a diverse line of insulfoam and rtechbrand expanded polystyrene eps insulation products for belowgrade applications. Mackintosh has the equipment, specialty material and personnel capability to take on any waterproofing project anywhere in the philippines. External basement waterproofing, also known as positive side waterproofing, means that. While below grade areas in buildings provide important critical functions for the building, the subject of below grade building enclosure systems, although.
We specialze in commercial projects in new york, and from florida to texas. The roof systems manual is based on the long standing experience and. The treatment of a surface or structure to prevent the passage of water in the presence of hydrostatic pressure. The manual of belowgrade waterproofing systems october 20. Many buildings constructed today extend one or several floors below grade level. The manual of below grade waterproofing 2nd edition. For rigid, polyethylene, below grade dampproofing and waterproofing materials, compliance should be shown to icces ac114 ref. Below grade waterproofing this course is for installers as well as for consultants who wish to familiarize themselves with the installation of air barriers or below grade membranes as part of the building envelope. Justin henshells book, the manual of belowgrade waterproofing systems, is a wellwritten manual on the various types of waterproofing systems, their advantages and disadvantages, and methods of installation. Tamko waterproofing covers the various areas multifamily projects might have, including challenging balcony and breezeway applications. Below grade waterproofing for commercial construction. Building enclosure commissioning process national institute of. These products work as a system to prevent water infiltration into buildings. Manual of below grade waterproofing systems by justin henshell, october 20, 1999, wiley edition, in english.
The belowgrade sealing of water intrusion at the building enclosure from the subsoils surrounding the structure should occur at an early stage in many construction projects. The ever evolving technology of waterproofing presents challenges and risks for architects and engineers who do not specialize in the field. The manual of belowgrade waterproofing systems henshell, justin, griffin, c. Technical design guide for waterproofing introduction. Triton provides the complete below grade waterproofing solution with the seamless tritoflex liquid rubber membrane. Colphene 3000 is composed of a proprietary formulation of elastomeric styrenebutadienestyrene sbs polymer modified bitumen. Belowgrade waterproofing is a critical component of any commercial buildings structure and foundation.