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Waterproofing mass transit systems

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. This required a new waterproofing solution. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Waterproofing mass transit systems

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. This required a new waterproofing solution. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. They routinely walk on storage tanks, elevated surfaces, vehicles, and roofs. Roofing is even more dangerous for falls than wastewater treatment plants.

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Top questions to ask when designing a green roof

GCP Applied Technologies

Top questions to ask when designing a green roof. Fri, 03/16/2018 - 15:14. March 16, 2018. We all know the economic and environmental benefits of green roofs , but how do you ensure that your client’s vision of a green roof is realized? He shared some key considerations to keep in mind when designing a green roof.

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Waterproof tanking techniques

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproof tanking techniques. Thu, 06/07/2018 - 15:10. June 07, 2018. Tanking – also referred to as below grade waterproofing – involves the application of a waterproofing barrier to the walls, the base slab and in some cases to the roof of the below grade structure. What is the budget for waterproofing?

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Waterproofing for a green roof

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing for a green roof. Tue, 10/02/2018 - 11:54. October 15, 2018. Studies abound that green roofs reduce the effects of urban heat islands. They're also far more aesthetically pleasing than a basic, blacktop roof. The answer to "Why a green roof?" Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

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A systemic approach to waterproofing foundations

Construction Specifier

Images courtesy Dörken Systems. Hence waterproofing systems are very critical to keeping foundations dry. Like air control above grade, it is important to consider water control below grade as a system solution, and not just as a single component. The major cause of foundation-related problems is water.