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TRITON SYSTEMS WATERPROOFS ICF SUB-STRUCTURE FOR LISTED FARMHOUSE EXTENSION

Specification Product Update

Products from the range of Triton Systems have been used to waterproof a semi-buried single storey extension to an old listed farmhouse near Uckfield in Essex, with the specialist sub-contractor involved being a long-term customer of the manufacturer for its work across the South-East. To find out more about Triton Systems click here.

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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.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

Additions are commonly made to the side of a building, which simplifies the structure and creates one plane where the new interfaces with the existing. What worked well for the upper floors to minimize disruption became challenging on the interior of the building.

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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. The system provides a permanent means of fall protection under access doors and exceeds OSHA fall protection requirements. Virginia is seeing sea level rise.

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Type A and Type C Waterproofing

Specification Product Update

Overview The scope of this project was to offer a waterproofing solution to an early 19 th century two storey, listed cottage sited in a conservation area of beautiful countryside in Scotland. For any structure below ground, either fully or partially, waterproofing is essential for protecting and preserving integrity.

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Penetron System Boosts Cape Cod Wastewater Plant Upgrade

CCR Magazine

million Stage Harbor sewer system upgrade in Chatham, Massachusetts, was completed in September 2024. PENETRON ADMIX SB , a crystalline concrete waterproofing admixture, was specified for durability and to extend the service life of the new concrete structures. The new $5.8 mile-long (2.7 mile-long (2.7

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Curbing CO2 at the Source: CHRYSO & GCP Demo Live at World of Concrete 2024

GCP Applied Technologies

In addition, GCP Specialty Building Materials will feature its waterproofing and soil conditioning systems. Experience our admixture solutions alongside our soil conditioning, waterproofing, leak sealing, and engineered slab systems, all in one exhibit.