The expanded water storage reservoir of the Waterval Islamic
Institute in Sandton (Gauteng), South
Africa, was completed in December
2023. The Penetron System, a comprehensive crystalline
waterproofing system, was specified to waterproof all concrete
structures exposed to high hydrostatic pressure typical for a water
reservoir.
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SETAUKET, N.Y., March 28,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The expanded water storage
reservoir of the Waterval Islamic Institute in Sandton (Gauteng),
South Africa, was completed in
December 2023. The Penetron System, a
comprehensive crystalline waterproofing system, was specified to
waterproof all concrete structures exposed to high hydrostatic
pressure typical for a water reservoir.
The Penetron System provided a durable
waterproofing solution for the concrete water storage structures
and helped accelerate the construction process by minimizing delays
usually associated with surface-applied waterproofing
systems.
Less than 50 years ago, Sandton was a mere crisscross of sandy
horse trails where the 'mink and manure set' lived and worked on
large estates. Today, the area is radically changed – now known as
'Africa's richest square mile'
with a skyline of skyscrapers and sparkling office blocks that are
home to investment banks, financial consultants, the Johannesburg stock exchange, one of the
biggest convention centers in Africa, and a huge shopping mall, complete
with a six-meter tall (20-feet) statue of Nelson Mandela.
Located north of the city of Johannesburg, South Africa, with its own
central business district, the city is also home to a sizeable
Muslim community. The city's Waterval Islamic Institute is an
established cultural center in the community and features a stately
mosque, as well as elementary and secondary schools.
"A few years ago, the Institute recognized the need to increase
its water storage capacity to meet the growing demands of the
school student body and the Institute's community activities,"
explains Jonathan Whitehead,
Technical Engineering Support at Penetron Africa. "The Penetron
System of crystalline waterproofing products was the ideal concrete
waterproofing solution for the water reservoir."
Non-toxic and with no VOCs, all Penetron crystalline products
are NSF 61-certified for potable water applications exactly like
the Waterval Islamic Institute project. In addition, the admixture
meets all manufacturing and environmental compliance
certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, DWI, Singapore Green
Label, CE mark and GB-18445.
The Penetron System was specified by C-Plan Consulting, the
project engineers. PENETRON ADMIX, a crystalline waterproofing
admixture, was used to treat the concrete for the main reservoir
structures, including the chamber structures. Afrisam Ready-Mix was
the ready-mix concrete supplier. PENEBAR SW swellable waterstop
strips were installed to permanently seal the construction
joints.
The Penetron-approved applicator team, Cersec Waterproofing,
routed out any visible cracks in the pump room and remaining
concrete structures, filling the resulting areas with PENECRETE
MORTAR, a crystalline waterproofing grout. Finally, PENETRON, a
topical crystalline waterproofing material, was applied as a slurry
to the existing concrete surfaces to seal any cracks up to 0.5mm to
provide protection from future water penetration.
Once applied to a prepared concrete surface, the proprietary
chemicals in Penetron's crystalline products react in a catalytic
reaction with moisture to generate a non-soluble crystalline
formation throughout the pores and capillary tracts of the
concrete. The resulting formation self-heals and seals pores and
micro-cracks, and becomes an integral part of the matrix, making
the concrete impermeable.
"The Penetron System provided a durable waterproofing solution
for the concrete water storage structures and helped accelerate the
construction process by minimizing delays usually associated with
surface-applied waterproofing systems," adds Jonathan Whitehead.
The Penetron Group is a leading manufacturer of specialty
construction products for concrete waterproofing, concrete repairs,
and floor preparation systems. The Group operates through a global
network, offering support to the design and construction community
through its regional offices, representatives, and distribution
channels.
For more information on PENETRON waterproofing solutions, please
visit penetron(dot)com or Facebook(dot)com/ThePenetronGroup, email
CRDept(at)penetron(dot)com or contact the Corporate Relations
Department at 631-941-9700.
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