Fall 2023 News
Polyglass, a leading provider of roofing and waterproofing solutions, launched a new brand identity. The updated brand reflects the company’s continued growth, expansion, and commitment to innovation in the industry. Since becoming a member of the Mapei Group in 2008,...
Employer Responsibilities To Employees and Law
By Gregory FahrenbruchPhotos courtesy of Gregory Fahrenbruch Asbestos-containing tiles in a basement where a home had water damage. Employers responsible for asbestos-related issues differ from those who do not work with asbestos but may have a potential for exposure...
Understanding Hydrostatic Pressure
By Vanessa Salvia The filter fabric heat bonded to the dimples faces towards the backfill to promote drainage and reduce hydrostatic pressure on the foundation wall. Hydrostatic pressure is an important topic for waterproofing professionals to understand....
Protecting The Commercial Building Envelope
By Vanessa SalviaPhotos courtesy of GCPGCP’s PrePrufe waterproofing system was used on the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. The complete building envelope from all six sides plays a critical role in both commercial and residential structures, because it...
Installing and Protecting Green Roofs
By Vanessa Salvia Photos courtesy of American Hydrotech Whether you call them green roofs, vegetated roofs, or rooftop gardens, they have become increasingly popular in recent years as an eco-friendly way to add aesthetic appeal and environmental benefits to...
Case Study: Northwestern University’s Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center
The city required that green roofs be installed on the upper roofs of the Phase 1 structure. Phase 2 will consist of a 20-story tower constructed on top of the 250-foot tall Phase 1 structure. Located in the Streeterville area on the north side of Chicago,...
AI in the Waterproofing Industry
By Vanessa Salvia Images courtesy of Togal.ai You can use Togal to highlight 2-D blueprints to automatically identify, classify, and extract object data. How many of you remember taking an iPad to the construction site and using FaceTime to show real-time images of...
Case Study: Interior Basement Waterproofing
By ’58 Foundations & Waterproofing Above you can see the old sump pump setup. An open sump pit can allow objects and debris to fall in and clog the system. It can also be a safety hazard! In a Pennsylvania home, a homeowner with a basement was plagued...
Cool Roofing
By Vanessa Salvia The Cool Roof Rating Council explains that a cool roof is one that strongly reflects sunlight (solar energy) and also cools itself by efficiently emitting any heat that was absorbed. The U.S. Department of Energy’s document, “Consumer...
Choosing and Installing Sump Pumps
By Vanessa Salvia Photo courtesy of Crawlspace Depot A typical installation of a submersible sump pump system in a crawl space. This system utilizes a cast-iron sump pump, basin, and check valve. Sump pumps are an essential tool for waterproofing professionals looking...
