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Protecting industrial concrete structures against aggressive conditions Industrial concrete structures face some tough challenges. Hydrostatic pressure, chemical attack, chloride and sulphate exposure, and industrial wastewater can all contribute to cracking, corrosion and spalling, compromising structural integrity and increasing long-term maintenance costs. Xypex Crystalline Technology, supplied in the UK by SMR Projects, works from within the concrete to provide waterproofing and protection against these aggressive conditions. By reacting with compounds in the concrete to form a non-soluble crystalline structure, Xypex helps block water ingress, resist chemical penetration and enhance durability. It can also help seal static cracks up to 0.4mm when moisture is present. The technology can be incorporated into new concrete using Xypex Admix or applied through specialist coatings and repair products to protect and rehabilitate existing structures. From wastewater treatment facilities and containment tanks to below-ground structures exposed to groundwater, the right solution can help extend service life and reduce the need for costly remedial work. At SMR Projects, we provide technical advice and support to help identify the right Xypex solution for the demands of your project. Need to protect or rehabilitate an industrial concrete structure? Talk to our team on 01295 279747 or email [email protected]. #SMRProjects #Xypex #ConcreteProtection #Waterproofing #ConcreteRepair #Construction

Another Manorteq solution is now in stock at the SMR Projects warehouse: AquaRend S-Fine. Developed for patching and resurfacing concrete and masonry, AquaRend S-Fine is an R2 finishing mortar with an ultra fine finish, making it particularly suited to applications where a super smooth surface is required. AquaRend S-Fine is part of the wider Manorteq range, which includes specialist structural and waterproof mortars/renders for concrete and masonry repair and protection applications. Need advice on the right repair or waterproofing solution for your project? Get in touch with the SMR Projects team to talk through your requirements. 📧 [email protected] 📞 01295 279747 #Manorteq #AquaRendSFine #ConcreteRepair #ConcreteWaterproofing #StructuralRepair #Waterproofing #ConcreteProtection #Xypex #Construction #CivilEngineering #WaterproofingSolutions #SMRProjects

Project Spotlight: Dover Leisure Centre This #ThrowbackThursday, we’re looking back at the £26m Dover Leisure Centre project, which saw Xypex specified as part of the waterproofing solution for the new county-standard, eight-lane competition swimming pool and learner pool. With a demanding construction programme and a topping-out ceremony scheduled just nine months after work began, an efficient waterproofing solution was essential. Xypex Admix C Series was used in the two swimming pools, squash court bases, balance tanks and lift pits. As an integral waterproofing admixture, Xypex is incorporated into the concrete mix, becoming part of the concrete itself rather than relying on a surface-applied coating. The crystalline technology remains active within the concrete, reacting with moisture to form insoluble crystals that help block capillaries and micro-cracks. This provides ongoing protection against water penetration, helping the concrete remain waterproof throughout its service life. Xypex Concentrate and Hydroswell Bentostrip were used at joints. Because Xypex does not restrict pour sizes or require a specific aspect ratio, larger pours could be achieved, helping to simplify the construction process and keep the project on programme. Successful pressure testing of the pools meant the final finishes could be applied as scheduled, helping the wider construction programme stay on track. At SMR Projects, we understand how the right waterproofing specification can make a difference on a complex project with a demanding programme. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e2_MuP3u #ThrowbackThursday #SMRProjects #Xypex #Waterproofing #SwimmingPool #Construction #ConcreteWaterproofing #BuildingConstruction

Decades in a severe marine environment. Still performing. How does Xypex Admix perform when concrete is exposed to continuous chloride attack? Our Cronulla Marina case study in Sydney, Australia, provides a long-term field example. Xypex-treated concrete was used for the marina floats, which were exposed to aerosol chlorides and the splash zone in a severe marine environment. Testing carried out after four years and again after 19 years found low chloride diffusion rates and no significant evidence of corrosion activity. Perhaps most significantly, the chloride diffusion coefficient decreased by 92% over the 15-year period, demonstrating the continuing performance of Xypex Crystalline Technology within the concrete. Watch the video to see the full case study. #Xypex #ConcreteDurability #ChlorideProtection #MarineConstruction #CrystallineTechnology #ConcreteProtection

SMR Projects’ warehouse recently received another delivery of Manorteq AquaRend Thix ready for dispatch. Designed for waterproofing, patching and resurfacing deteriorated concrete and masonry, AquaRend Thix is a versatile R3 mortar that can be used as both a render and a screed. Its thixotropic formulation means it can hold its own weight, making it suitable for vertical and overhead applications, as well as horizontal surfaces. It offers waterproofing performance tested up to 50m hydrostatic head, excellent adhesion and mechanical properties, limited shrinkage, freeze-thaw resistance and high chemical resistance, with Xypex Technology Inside. AquaRend Thix is part of the wider Manorteq range, providing specialist mortars and waterproofing products for a variety of concrete repair, protection and waterproofing applications. If you have a concrete repair or waterproofing requirement, speak to the SMR Projects team to discuss the most suitable Manorteq solution. 📧 [email protected] 📞 01295 279747 #Manorteq #ConcreteRepair #ConcreteProtection #Waterproofing #ConcreteTechnology #SMRProjects

Waterproofing concrete from the inside out. When it comes to protecting concrete from water ingress, traditional waterproofing systems often rely on creating a barrier at the surface. Xypex takes a fundamentally different approach. Xypex Crystalline Technology works within the concrete itself, reacting with water and the by-products of cement hydration to form an insoluble crystalline structure deep within the pores and capillary tracts of the concrete. The result is an integral waterproofing system designed to: 🔹 Reduce water penetration through the concrete 🔹 Resist hydrostatic pressure 🔹 Seal static hairline cracks 🔹 Provide protection against aggressive chemicals 🔹 Reactivate when water is present 🔹 Help extend the service life of concrete structures Unlike a conventional membrane, there are no seams to lap, weld or seal, and the waterproofing isn't simply sitting on the surface of the concrete. At SMR Projects, we supply and specify Xypex solutions as part of our specialist structural waterproofing systems, including Xypex Admix C-Series, which is added to the concrete during batching, and Xypex Concentrate for surface-applied and joint-detailing applications. From basements and foundations to tunnels, water-retaining structures and major infrastructure projects, choosing the right waterproofing strategy at the design stage can make a significant difference to the long-term performance of a structure. If you're considering waterproofing for a new-build or remedial project, talk to the SMR Projects technical team about how Xypex could form part of your solution. t. 01295 279747 e. [email protected] w. https://smrprojects.co.uk/ #SMRProjects #Xypex #XypexAdmix #ConcreteWaterproofing #StructuralWaterproofing #Waterproofing #Construction #Concrete #BuildingDesign #CivilEngineering #Basements #Infrastructure