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Fosroc Polyurea WPE System: Effective Podium Slab Waterproofing

For the past 50 years, Fosroc being world leader in construction chemical industry, has been recognised as an effective solution provider in all areas of construction. Fosroc quality product can be found in nearly every major project around the globe.

BS Nagaraj, Product Segment Manager, Fosroc Chemical India Pvt. Ltd.

Everyday, as the demand increases for enhanced structural integrity obsolete maintenance is the future mantra of construction industry, Fosroc products are being specified more often because they offer more long-term value. The reason goes beyond innovation and superior product performance. Fosroc customers credit the association of our sales engineers as the single most important service the company offers, providing support throughout all phases of a project. Additionally, Fosroc offers highly skilled technical service personnel around the world to assist customers in using products. Furthermore, Fosroc dedication to the industry, through ongoing R&D, has resulted in many product improvements and a number of innovative products and systems with a heritage of proven performance backed by state-of-the-art technology. As a result, the world’s most important structures stand protected from the ravages of water, fire, erosion, corrosion and time.

Podium Slab Waterproofing - Risk involved

An effective and durable waterproofing system is absolutely critical to ensure the long-term durability of the structure and to keep maintenance costs obsolete by avoiding possible repair. In sensitive buildings areas like Podium slabs where you plan for water bodies, landscape, children play area sports facilities car parking and drive ways etc proper waterproofing system helps to keep out water and pollutants thereby preventing leakages and also protecting structural elements and embedded steel reinforcement from corrosion damage. A good water- proofing system has to ensure that it keeps performing at optimum level for a very long period of time, even beyond the warranty period to provide maximum value and comfort to the end-user.

Podium Slab Waterproofing - Requirements

Large open areas-Excellent tensile and elongation properties to accommodate thermal movements
Water bodies-Excellent barrier to water ingress and continuous exposure to water
Landscaping-Resistant to root penetration even for intensive roots
Sand Filling-Enable sand filling directly on the membrane without protection screed
Chemical Resistance-Resista- nce to pesticides
Medium duty traffic-Resistance to dynamic and Impact load
Very high impact and puncture resistance-Able to sustain mechanical abuse during construction
Zero VOC-Environmental friendly, meet the norms of green products for waterproofing

Fosroc Innovative Solution for Podium Slab Waterproofing

Fosroc Polyurea WPE system provides an effective solution for podium slab waterproofing. Fosroc Polyurea WPE is a spray-applied, 100% solids, flexible, two-component, rapid curing pure Polyurea system, designed as a waterproofing and protective coating. It combines the advantages of seamless and fully bonded system with very long life cycles and high durability.