Spring 2016 News
In October, International Leak Detection (ILD) announced a strategic alliance with Progeo Monitoring GmbH in order to market Smartex, a roof leak detection system. Smartex continuously monitors the integrity of rooftop waterproofing membranes 24 hours a day. If a...
The Thick and Thin of Fluid-Applied Air Barriers
Applied correctly, both thick- and thin-coat systems can be effective at enhancing energy efficiency. Air barriers are a relatively new construction product. They began to appear in Canada as part of an energy-efficiency effort in the mid-1980s. They made...
Cool Roofing: Reflective v. Planted
Two totally different roof systems are described as “green” roofs. Vegetated, or garden roofs, are built like a ballasted roof system, using lightweight growing medium to hold the membrane and insulation in place, and are typically planted with...
Membranes for Water Tanks
Epoxies, acrylics, polyurethanes and cementitious slurries (shown here) are all used as tank coatings. Most Americans take drinking water for granted. We expect clear, contaminant-free water to be instantly available at the turn of a faucet. Behind this...
Winter 2016 News
In October, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) extended their confined space regulations to apply to basements, crawlspaces, and attics. Regina McMichael, who trains contractors how to comply with the new rules calls the Confined Space...
Fluid-Applied Roof Coatings
Requiring just a fraction of the time, effort, and cost of traditional roofing systems, liquid-applied roof membranes offer similar performance and longevity. Over the past decade or two, liquid spray-applied roofing membranes have been one of the fastest...
Waterproofing Sports Stadiums
New and renovated stadiums, such as this soccer arena in Berlin, Germany, pose many daunting challenges. This particular structure was built for the 1936 Olympics. Its restoration included waterproofing nearly 100,000 yards of concrete and protecting the...
Relieving Hydrostatic Pressure
Drainage systems are a key component of any below-grade waterproofing job. Here, a dimple drain sheet will direct water to the perforated pipe set in washed gravel at the base of the footing. One critical component of any waterproofing system is removing...
Fall 2015 News
In July, Tremco Group acquired certain assets of Chemtron Manufacturing Ltd., a Calgary-based manufacturer of construction adhesives, sealants and tapes. The business will operate as Chemtron International, Inc. and will work closely with the Tremco Commercial...
Utility Tunnel Repairs
Kansas Town Turns to Polyurethane Grouts for Solution By Deb Hammacher Like most municipalities, Olathe, Kansas, faces the challenge of water infiltrating its sewer system through cracked pipes and leaking manholes. Treating storm water is an expense no...
