Hycrete Integral Waterproofing
Concrete is an unrivaled construction material that constantly evolves to meet new demands for value and sustainability. Hycrete provides concrete producers, builders, designers, and owners with modern concrete construction solutions that deliver cost savings, schedule acceleration, and sustainable construction solutions.
Hycrete technologies deliver integral waterproofing that can eliminate the need for external membranes, coatings and sheeting treatments. Hycrete Admixtures transform concrete from an open network of capillaries and cracks into an ultra-low absorptivity, waterproof, protective building material.
The Hycrete IntegraTek™ Waterproofing System consists of Hycrete hydrophobic concrete delivered by AVR & AME, construction support, and a comprehensive performance warranty. The key feature of this construction approach is the elimination of the entire external waterproofing process. The benefits are extensive:
- Simplified design
- Reduced material demands
- Increased site mobility
- Safer conditions
- Project acceleration
We currently focus on large projects demanding membrane-free mission-critical subgrade, grade, and supergrade water and corrosion protection. Hycrete integral waterproofing and corrosion protection enables sustainable construction while delivering outstanding performance.
The use of Hycrete may not be suitable for all applications. Please contact us to see if your project will qualify.
Hycrete IntegraTek™ Waterproofing System
The Hycrete IntegraTek™ Waterproofing System eliminates the costly and time consuming step of installing external membranes or waterproof coatings. By reducing water-penetration problems, call-backs, and potential litigation associated with membrane installation or failure, The Hycrete IntegraTek™ System provides owners with peace of mind from using a superior technology backed by a performance-based warranty.
The Hycrete IntegraTek Waterproofing System Consists Of:
- Plan Review
- Batch Plant Inspection
- Our Proprietary Element Admixture
- Pre and Post-Pour Site Inspection
- Leak Closure from Cracks in Concrete
- Performance-Based Warranty
Hycrete Element™
Hycrete Element™ is the flagship admixture technology for commercial-grade performance that provides integral corrosion resistance and waterproofing at the time the concrete is placed. Hycrete Element™ as part of the Hycrete IntegraTek™ Waterproofing System allows for the elimination of membranes, built-up treatments, steel coatings, and concrete densifiers. The Hycrete IntegraTek™ Waterproofing System provides benefit to all parties in the value chain.
Hycrete Element™ is commonly used in the following applications:
- Foundation Walls and Slabs
- Bridge decks and highways
- Wastewater Treatment Facilities
- Parking Garages
- Tunnels and Drop Shafts
- Pavements, walkways and steps
Hycrete DampGuard™
Hycrete DampGuard™ is specially formulated for commercial and residential applications that require a moderate level of moisture protection in the concrete. It utilizes a proprietary technology to reduce absorption of traditional concrete without the full robustness of an integral waterproofer, such as Hycrete Element™.
Hycrete DampGuard™ provides ease of use since it is delivered at the time of concrete pouring and is an environmentally-responsible, Cradle to Cradle certified product. Using Hycrete DampGuard™ allows owners and builders to have the comfort of knowing their investment/project remains secure against one of nature's most damaging elements…water.
Hycrete Eco-Bar
Hycrete Eco-Bar is specially designed to offer MAXIMUM concrete corrosion protection. Hycrete Eco-Bar may be used with black bar or epoxy coated steel reinforcement. Hycrete Eco-Bar has undergone years of independent tests and has proven to be the industry leader in corrosion protection. Hycrete Eco-Bar is recommended for the following types of projects:
- Infrastructure - roads and bridges
- Sewer treatment plants
- Parking garages that require protection from de-icing salts
- Airport runways or aprons
- Brownfields with contaminated soils
President Obama on Hycrete
During a Clean Technology round table in the White House, President Obama touted the work of Carlstadt-based Hycrete Inc. for developing a waterproofing concrete additive that can mean that bridges, roads and buildings can last 20 or 30 years longer.
Below is a link to the July 3, 2009 Knight Ridder/Tribune article:
Benefits to Concrete Contractor:
By reducing water-penetration problems, call-backs, and potential litigation associated with membrane installation, damage, or failure, the Hycrete IntegraTek Waterproofing System provides concrete contractors with the peace of mind by using superior waterproofing solutions backed by a performance-based warranty (conditioned on project use review and acceptance).
Benefits:
- Opportunity to Bid for Concrete and Waterproofing Together
- Time Savings and Value-Added Product
- Reduced Risk and Finger-Pointing
- Access to Sustainable Construction Market
Benefits to Architects/Engineers:
Hycrete Admixtures are environmentally intelligent Cradle to Cradle Certified solutions (eligible toward LEED credits) for integral waterproofing of concrete. Our Admixtures obviate a time intensive stage of construction and remove risk of inadequate installation of external membranes or waterproof coatings. Hycrete Admixtures reduce construction time and may enable a building to open sooner. Hycrete integral waterproofing is predictable and does not rely on dry conditions for installation.
Benefits:
- Simplified Design and Details
- Streamlined Construction Process
- Sustainable Construction / LEED Credits
- Increased Design Flexibility
- Greater Life Cycle Value
- Improved Structural Durability
- Reduced Risk
Benefits to the Building Owner:
By diminishing water-ingress issues, call-backs, and potential litigation associated with membrane installation, damage, or failure, Hycrete Admixtures provide owners with peace of mind by using a superior technology backed by a performance-based warranty (conditioned on project use review and acceptance). Other key benefits of Hycrete Admixtures are reducing time of construction and thereby, project costs. The Hycrete IntegraTek Waterproofing System provides a reliable, fast, and economical alternative to conventional waterproofing systems.
Benefits:
- Faster Revenue Generation
- Performance-Based Warranty
- Shortened Construction Schedules
- Sustainable Construction / LEED Certification
- Increased Design Flexibility
- Reduced Long-Term Operating Costs
- Improved Structural Durability
- Reduced Risk
Warranty