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One of the most common misunderstandings in waterproofing is the assumption that once a membrane or coating has been applied, cracks and structural movement will no longer be a problem. In reality, buildings continue to move throughout their service life. Concrete shrinks. Structures deflect. Temperature changes cause expansion and contraction. Different materials move at different […]

Why ESD Flooring Should Be Designed as a System — Not Selected by Resistance Value Alone Data centres contain some of the most sensitive and valuable electronic infrastructure in a building. Servers, control electronics, UPS systems, switchgear, communication equipment and electronic components can all be exposed to electrostatic discharge (ESD). An electrostatic charge can build

Concentrating on the Main Waterproofing Area but Ignoring Critical Details When consultants review a waterproofing system, much of the attention naturally goes to the main waterproofing area: the roof slab, basement wall, podium deck, toilet floor or water tank. The drawings may show the waterproofing membrane covering thousands of square metres. The specification may clearly