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WATER PROOFING TREATMENT - PENETRON CHEMICALS

The PENETRON® chemicals penetrate into the capillary tracts of the concrete by
pressure of osmosis, Brownian movement and dry particle reactions.

The active ingredients of PENETRON® react with various concrete minerals forming
insoluble crystals which fill out cracks, pores and voids up to a width of at least 400
microns. This crystalline growth will eventually take place deep inside the concrete
structure and has been found as deep as nearly 1 meter from the point of application.
Water molecules (and a wide range of chemicals) are no longer able to pass through the
concrete. However, air can still pass allowing the concrete to breathe and avoiding vapor
pressure to build.
In the absence of further moisture, PENETRON® components lie dormant. Should
moisture recur at any time, the sealing process resumes automatically and advances ever
deeper into the concrete.

PENETRON® continuously seals and reseals. once applied, the effect of PENETRON®
is permanent, and is backed up by the warranty of our ISO 9002 quality standard.

• Waterproofing abilities remain active if surface is damaged

• Self-healing ability for the life of the structure
• Approved for potable water use
• Easy access for repairs if necessary
• No need for high-grade ultra dense concrete to achieve
waterproofing

TYPICAL USAGE:
PENETRON® should be applied to concrete or block structures exposed to potential
water or chemical attack and thus requiring permanent waterproofing and protection. It's
applicability to either the positive side (side exposed to water) or the negative side(side
opposite water) meets all waterproofing requirements. Here are just a few examples:
  Drinking Water Reservoirs
 Sewage and Water treatment tanks
 Aquariums
 Tunnels
 Foundations
 Elevator Shafts
 Underground vaults
Industrial Installations
Parking Decks
Traffic Bearing Structures
Base Slabs
Diaphragm Walls
Basements
Concrete Roofs
Bathrooms

UNIQUE ADVANTAGES:
PENETRON® should not be confused with a coating or membrane solution. It actually
becomes an integral part of the concrete, forming a complete body of strength and
durability. The system therefore offers the following benefits:
Penetrates deeply...up to 1 meter !
Seals concrete's capillary tracts and cracks up to 0.4mm.
Permanent; waterproofing and chemical resistance properties remain intact even after
surface damage.
cannot come apart at the seams, tear or puncture.
more effective and less costly than other systems such as membranes, clay panels, pore
blockers, coatings... -
easy to apply and therefore highly labor-cost effective.
can be applied from either the positive or the negative side.
resists high hydrostatic head pressure.
increases compressive strength of concrete.
does not require protection during backfilling, placement of steel or wire mesh or other
common procedures.
• resists chemical attack and provides a wide range of protection from freeze-thaw cycles,
corrosion of reinforcement steel, aggressive sub-soil waters, sea water, carbonates,
chlorides, sulfates and nitrates.
can be applied to moist or green concrete.
can be applied as a slurry (brush or spray), dry-shake or admixture.
non toxic...approved for potable water use by EPA and in many other countries.
European environmental license obtained.
no extensive curing times except for extremely hot weather and low humidity.
with a sales history in over 60 countries and distributors around the globe, we can tap into
a vast resource of experience and concrete expertise to assist with demanding projects in
your area.

Components

• Penetron Admix completely waterproofs the concrete body with the world-renowned
Penetron crystalline capillary technology (click here to view a 3 minute video).
• Penebar is installed at the concrete joints and swells up when it comes in contact with
water, thereby preventing any leakage through joints and penetrations.
• Penecrete Mortar is used to fix form-tie holes as well as honeycombs, penetrations,
cracks or bugholes.
Engineers Without Borders - USA (EWB-USA) is a non-profit humanitarian organization established to
partner with developing communities worldwide in order to improve their quality of life. This partnership
involves the implementation of sustainable engineering projects, while involving and training internationally
responsible engineers and engineering students. ICS Penetron proudly supports this cause and provided
scholarships for two chapters. Read more under Penetron news below.

In recent months, we have certainly seen a lot of

ink spent on the negative and hardship aspects of
the global finance crunch and it has become

increasingly hard to see positive outcomes. Yet,

every negative has a positive. One

of the positive aspects is that it
has been a catalyst for change
and has prompted
designers/engineers worldwide to
find and embrace more cost
effective, cleaner and better
technologies. Penetron products
are a case in point hence we
decided this was the right
time to elaborate on the
Penetron White Tank
waterproofing system… In short , a

white tank is a concrete structure that is waterproofed entirely from inside the concrete, thereby offering
substantial benefits to both builder and owner. The system represents a huge improvement on traditional
black tanking systems, which relied on environmentally unfriendly bituminous membranes and/or tar
products, that used to be fixed to the concrete surface. Further, we celebrate the success of Penetron-
sponsored Italian boxer, Simona Galassi, WBC featherweight world champion. In the worldwide section,
the focus is on Penetron projects in Chile
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PENETRON WORKS ON THE PRINCIPLE OF BINDING INFILTRATING
WATER BY INITIATING A PROCESS OF CRYSTALLIZA-TION SO THAT
MOISTURE IS PERMANENTLY KEPT OUT OF THE CONSTRUCTION. THE
CONCRETE BECOMES WATERPROOF - RESISTANT TO PRESSURIZED
WATER UP TO 20 BAR.

WITH MOISTURE BEING PRESENT, PENETRON'S ACTIVE SUBSTANCE

STARTS REACTING WITH THE COMPONENTS OF THE CONCRETE,
FORMING A MICROSCOPIC CRYSTALLIZATION IN THE STRUCTURE OF
THE CONSTRUCTION WHICH SEALS HAIR-LINE CRACKS AND
CAPILLARY TUBES AS THE WATER IS TRANSFORMED INTO CRYSTALS
TO DRIVE OUT MOISTURE.

PENETRON „GROWS" DEEPLY INTO THE CAPILLARY SYSTEM OF THE

CONCRETE. THIS PROCESS WORKS WITH OR AGAINST THE PRESSURE
OF WATER. BEING AN ACTIVE SYSTEM, IT IS IN THE NATURE OF
PENETRON'S AGENT TO REPEAT ITS SEALING EFFECT OVER AND
OVER AGAIN WHENEVER, EVEN AFTER DECADES, MOISTURE MIGHT
RECUR.

PENETRON IS AVAILABLE IN TWO VERSIONS:

AS SLURRY, USED FOR THE AFTER-TREATMENT OF ELEMENTS WHICH
ARE ALREADY AFFECTED WITH MOISTURE AND AS
AN ADDITIVE TO BE USED AT THE PRODUCTION PROCESS IN ORDER
TO OBTAIN CONCRETE AND PRECAST CONCRETE PARTS BEING
RESISTANT TO PRESSURIZED WATER FROM THE VERY BEGINNING.
PENETRON IS APPROPRIATE FOR ALL KINDS OF COMPONENTS
CONTAINING CEMENT WHICH HAVE TO BE PRO-TECTED AGAINST
WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL OR CHEMICAL INFLUENCES LIKE FOR
EXAMPLE WALLS AND RETAINING WALLS, FOUNDATIONS, CELLARS
AND PREFABRICATED BATHROOM UNITS, PARKING LEVELS AND
FLOORS, ELEVATOR SHAFTS, STAIRCASES, BRIDGES, TUNNELS,
SWIMMING-POOLS, WATER TANKS, RETAINING BARRAGES, POWER
PLANTS ETC., CLARI-FICATION PLANTS AND SEWERAGES, GAS
STATIONS (SEALING AGAINST PETROLIFERIOUS PRODUCTS).

PENETRON SEALS CONCRETE AS WELL AS BUILDING MATERIALS

CONTAINING CEMENT AND TURNS THEM RESISTANT TO PRESSURIZED
WATER WHILE OFFERING AT THE SAME TIME A PROTECTION AGAINST
ENVIRONMENTAL / CHEMICAL INFLUENCES.
THE PRODUCT IS NOT TOXIC, NOT INFLAMMABLE AND DOES NOT
ALTER THE BREATHABILITY OF THE GROUND. IT OFFERS AN EASY
MODE OF APPLICATION AND IS APPROVED FOR POTABLE WATER USE.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR SAMPLES PLEASE CONTACT EAG

GMBH, THE EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR OF PENETRON IN GERMANY.

VISIT AS WELL THE MANUFACTURER'S INTERNET PAGE AT

WWW.PENETRON.COM .

GET REGISTERED HERE FOR OUR NEWSLETTER AND WE WILL KEEP

YOU REGULARLY INFORMED.

PENETRON PENESEAL FH
PENESEAL FH IS A WATER-BASED, TRANSPARENT, LIGHTLY VISCOUS
AND CHEMICALLY REACTIVE SEALER THAT PENE-TRATES INTO
CONCRETE AND CEMENTICIOUS MASONRY PROTECTING AND
STRENGTHENING DURABLY THE SUBSTRATE.

ONCE THAT PENESEAL FH HAS BEEN APPLIED, THE CONCRETE WILL

STAY LIFELONG WATERPROOF AND RESISTANT TO OILS, GREASE AND
SOILING.

DURING FRESH CONCRETE'S PROCESS OF DRYING, PENESEAL FH

INHIBITS THE FORMATION OF TEMPERATURE-DEPENDENT CRACKS.
ACCORDING TO THIS, THE SURFACE IS GIVEN MORE SOLIDITY
MINIMIZING THE RISK OF MICRO AND HAIRLINE CRACKS.

APPLIED ON FRESH CONCRETE WITH FAULTLESS STRUCTURE,

PENESEAL FH EFFECTUATES A HOMOGENEOUS DRYING BY MEANS OF
MOISTURE RETENTION, WHICH IS INDISPENSABLE FOR THE TOTAL
HYDRATION SO THAT THE CONCRETE OB-TAINS, EVEN EXCEEDS THE
AIMED DENSITY.

ATTENTION: ON DYED CONCRETE, PENESEAL FH IS NOT TO BE

APPLIED BEFORE THE PROCESS OF DRYING IS COM-PLETED.

PENESEAL FH PENETRATES DEEPLY INTO THE CONCRETE WHERE IT

REACTS WITH THE CONCRETE'S PORES. THIS REAC-TION GENERATES
A DEEP, PERMANENT AND RESISTIVE WATERPROOFING AND
COMPACTING OF THE CONCRETE FLOOR THAT LASTS LIFELONG. AS
AN ANCILLARY EFFECT THE SURFACES RESULT TO BE EASIER TO
CLEAN.

PENESEAL FH HARDENS THE CONCRETE'S INGREDIENTS TURNING

THEM INTO A SOLID MASS PROVIDING THEM WITH A HIGHER
DENSITY AND HARDNESS WHICH IS REFLECTED BY A HIGHER
ABRASION RESISTANCE AND A LONGER DURABILITY.
 WHETED CONCRETE SURFACES DEVELOP A „HARD ARMOUR" WHOSE
APPEARANCE RESEMBLES TO MARBLE THAT HAS BEEN GIVEN A HIGH
POLISH. CONSEQUENTLY, ALSO EFLORESCENCES CAN'T ARISE
ANYMORE.

ACCORDING TO A STUDY, THE RESISTANCE OF CONCRETE BEING

TREATED WITH PENESEAL FH, EXCEEDS AFTER 30 DAYS THE
RESISTANCE OF UNTREATED, COMPLETELY CURED CONCRETE BY
38%.

THE CONCRETE FLOOR IS TRAFFICABLE AND POLISHES ITSELF THE

MORE IT IS USED WHEREBY IT GAINS IN BEAUTY.

THE CHEMICAL REACTION BETWEEN PENESEAL FH AND THE SALTS,

AMONG OTHER THINGS, BEING DISSOLVED IN THE CONCRETE ALSO
EFFECTS A DUST-PROTECTION.

ON A PENESEAL FH TREATED SURFACE, PAINT OR COATINGS ARE

APPLICABLE. IT DOES NOT CONTAIN SILICONES OR OTHER
SEPARATING AGENTS WHICH COULD AFFECT THE ADHESION OF THE
FOLLOWING COATING.

PENESEAL FH IS SUITABLE FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR USE

WHERE IT IS TO BE APPLIED BEST TO:

CONCRETE, HIGHLY DENSE CONCRETE PANELS AND SCREED

• MORTAR

• RENDERING
 • STUCCO

• TERRAZZO PLATES

• FURTHER SUITABLE FOR ALL COMPOUNDS OF SAND AND

CEMENT

PENETRON PENEPLUG IS A RAPID SETTING, INTEGRAL

CRYSTALLINE CEMENTITIOUS WATERSTOP DESIGNED TO STOP
ACTIVE WATER LEAKS AND MOISTURE INGRESS.

PENEPLUG IS ESPECIALLY USED FOR:

- PLUGGING/STOPPING ACTIVE WATER LEAKS.
- SEALING OF LEAKING JOINTS, FROM TIE HOLES OR CRACKS.

PROPERTIES

• STOPS WATER FLOW.

• SETS IN APPROXIMATELY 30 SECONDS AFTER MIXING.

• DURABLE.

• CAN BE USED UNDERWATER.

• CAN BE MIXED WITH WATER OR USED DRY.

• EASY TO APPLY.

• PACKAGED IN EASY TO USE, RESEALABLE CONTAINERS.

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PENETRON PENECRETE MORTAR

PENETRON PENECRETE MORTAR IS AN INTEGRAL CRYSTALLINE

CEMENTITIOUS, READY-MIXED WATERPROOFING, REPAIRING AND
SEALING MORTAR FOR CONCRETE AND BUILDING MATERIALS
CONTAINING CEMENT.

ALWAYS APPLIED IN CONJUNCTION WITH PENETRON FOR:

- INSTALLATION OF SEAL STRIPS, REGLETS AND COVES AT JOINTS
TO ASSURE WATER TIGHTNESS.
- PATCHING OF TIE HOLES AND FAULTY CONSTRUCTION JOINTS.
- PATCHING AND FILLING OF ROUTED OUT CRACKS.
- REPAIRING OF SPALLED AND HONEYCOMBED AREAS.

PROPERTIES
 • CAN BE APPLIED TO THE POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE WATER
PRESSURE SIDES OF A STRUCTURE.

• RESISTS STRONG HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE.

• EASY TO USE – NEEDS ONLY TO BE MIXED WITH WATER PRIOR

TO APPLICATION.

• NOT A VAPOR BARRIER, LETS CONCRETE “BREATHE”.

• CAN BE SKIM COATED OR FEATHER EDGED.

• NO DRY SUBSTRATE REQUIRED, NO LABORIOUS DRYING OF THE

SUBSTRATE NECESSARY – ON THE CONTRARY, THE CHEMICAL
REACTION NEEDS THE SUBSTRATE TO BE WET.

• FAST SETTING.

• NON-FLAMMABLE.

• RESISTS ABRASION AND MECHANICAL WEAR.

• HIGHLY PROTECTIVE AGAINST FREEZE/THAW AND CORROSION

OF THE REINFORCEMENTS.

• INORGANIC – CONTAINS NO POLYMERS.

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PENETRON (SLURRY)
 PENETRON SLURRY IS A SPECIAL CATALYTIC
GENERATOR OF MICRO-CRYSTALLIZATION WHICH IS USED FOR
ACTIVE WATERPROOFING OF CONCRETE (ABOVE AND BELOW
GROUND LEVEL) AND AS A PROTECTION AGAINST CHEMICAL
INFLUENCE.

PENETRON SLURRY WATERPROOFS THE CONCRETE AND CEMENT BY

GENERATING WATER STOPPING, INSOLUBLE CRYSTALS AND
PENETRATES CONSTANTLY INTO THE CONCRETE - THE
CRYSTALLIZATION ADVANCES THROUGH THE PORES OF THE
CONCRETE TOWARDS THE MOISTURE, I.E. IT SPREADS OUT LIKE A
MYCELIUM (IN CONTRAST TO STATIC PRODUCTS REACTING ONLY ON
THE SURFACE) WITHOUT THE NECESSITY OF AN AFTER-APPLICATION.
CRYSTALLINE GROWTH FROM CAPILLARY WATERPROOFING HAS BEEN
MEASURED AS DEEP AS MORE THAN 80CM FROM THE POINT OF
APPLICATION.

THE FIELD OF APPLICATION FOR PENETRON COVERS ALL CONCRETE

CONSTRUCTIONS RESPECTIVELY BUILDING MATERIALS CONTAINING
CEMENT, LIKE PARKING LEVELS, CLARIFICATION PLANTS, POTABLE
WATER TANKS, POWER PLANTS, FOUNDATIONS, RETAINING WALLS,
TUNNELS AND SHAFTS, SEWERAGES, BRIDGES, FLOORS, SWIMMING-
POOLS, TERRACES, FLAT ROOFS, ELEVATOR SHAFTS AND HOIST
SHAFTS ETC.

PENETRON SLURRY OFFERS THE FOLLOWING PROPERTIES:

• WATERPROOFING AGAINST HIGH HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE (UP
TO APPROXIMATELY 16 BAR) EITHER FROM THE POSITIVE OR
NEGATIVE SIDE OF THE PRESSURE, I.E. EITHER AGAINST OR
WITH THE PRESSURE OF WATER.

• CAN BE APPLIED FROM THE INSIDE SO THAT EXPENSIVE

EXCAVATIONS ARE DISPENSABLE.

• PROTECTION AGAINST CORROSION AND CARBONATION.

• THE CRYSTALLIZATION PROTECTS REINFORCEMENTS AND

INSERTS BY COVERING THEM WITH A „DRY PROTECTIVE
CASING“.

• BEST PROTECTION AGAINST DAMAGES CAUSED BY

FREEZE/THAW AND CORROSION OF THE REINFORCEMENTS.

• NO DRY SUBSTRATE REQUIRED, NO LABORIOUS DRYING OF THE

SUBSTRATE NECESSARY – ON THE CONTRARY, THE CHEMICAL
REACTION NEEDS THE SUBSTRATE TO BE WET.

• NO FURTHER PROTECTION MEASURES LIKE WATER STOPS FOR

BACKFILLED WALLS RESPECTIVELY BASEMENT WALLS OR
FLOORS NECESSARY.

• PENETRON SLURRY BECOMES ACTIVE THE MOMENT MOISTURE

COMES UP! THIS MEANS THAT IF MOISTURE RECURS AT A
LATER TIME, EVEN AFTER DECADES, NEW CRYSTALS
PROTECTING THE CONCRETE WILL BE FORMED. IN THE
ABSENCE OF MOISTURE, PENETRON NEITHER IS NOR WILL
BECOME ACTIVE!

• PERMITS CONCRETE TO BREATHE. NOT INFLUENCED BY

ULTRAVIOLET RAYS.

• EFFECTUATES A DRASTIC REDUCTION OF THE SUBSTRATE’S

WATER AND CHLORIDE ABSORPTION THUS INCREASING THE
 DURABILITY OF THE BUILDING MATERIAL.

• INCREASES CONCRETE’S COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH AND

DURABILITY.

• PENETRATES DEEPLY INTO THE CONCRETE’S STRUCTURE

SEALING AUTOMATICALLY AND LONG-LASTING CAPILLARY
TUBES AND MOISTURED HAIRLINE CRACKS UP TO 0,4MM, EVEN
LATER OCCURING HAIRLINE CRACKS ARE SEALED.

• SUB-SURFACE MIGRATION BY MOISTURE IS NOT POSSIBLE.

• RESISTANT TO CHEMICAL ATTACKS BY CHLORIDE, SEAWATER,

SULPHATES, NITRATES AND CARBONATES,

• ECOLOGICALLY FRIENDLY AND NON-TOXIC. APPROVED FOR

POTABLE WATER USE.

• APPLICABLE TO ALL TYPES OF CONCRETE AND CEMENTICIOUS

BUILDING MATERIALS, BOTH FOR OLD AND NEW BUILDINGS.

• ACCELERATES SUSTAINING DRYING OF THE CONSTRUCTIONAL

ELEMENT.

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Technical conclusion
It concern bond strength between Penetron (Integral Capillary System Concrete waterproofing,
ICS/Penetron International Ltd,USA) and cement-concrete surface and determination of
waterproofing.
Riga
April, 1997
According to an order from "Hidro standarts" Ltd the controlled laboratory tests have been
performed to determine bond strength between cement-concrete surface and Penetron and its
resistance to hydrostatic water pressure. Penetron is recommended for waterproofing of either the
positive or negative side which are used in unfavourable conditions.
Object of research
Penetron. The tests have been performed in March-April ,1997 in the Rigas Technical University
(department of construction, subfaculty "Building materials")
Purpose of research: determination of Waterproofing according to "Concrete, ways to determine
waterproofing" approved by FOCT 12730. 5-84 (includes cement-concrete surfaces).
1. Determination of waterproofing.
Four (4) sampled cylinders (matrixes) have been made in laboratory (H=o=150mm) of plastic
concrete, mixed with clean water (water:concrete-0.88). Cone settlement is 12cm. No vibrations
so as waterproofing should be as Iow as possible (W2=0.2Mpa = 2kG/sq. cm).
Waterproofing of the matrix was determined to the "Wet stain"- method according
Advantages of using Penetron

• Becomes an integral part of the concrete, not

just waterproofing barrier at the surface of
application, but penetrates deeply to drive out
internal moisture and seal capillaries and
shrinkage cracks. Therefore Penetron should not
be compared to just coatings or membranes that
protect concrete only at the surface where they
are applied.

• Because Penetron seals concrete’s

capillaries, pores and shrinkage cracks, the
concrete becomes more dense and the
compressive strength of concrete is actually
increased by approx. 6- 8%.

• Protects concrete for a lifetime… When no

moisture is present, Penetron components lie
dormant. Should Penetron come into contact with
water again, the whole crystalline formation
reaction begins again and the sealing process is
again activated.

• Can be applied to the positive or negative

side of the concrete surface exposed to water.

• Completely effective against high

hydrostatic head pressure – Has been tested to 16
Bar (156 meters of water) pressure without
leakage.

• Protects concrete against corrosion of

reinforcement steel, attack from aggressive
subsoil water, seawater, freeze thaw cycle
damage and chemical attack (pH 3 – 11 constant
contact).
 • Significantly reduces Chloride penetration
and offers a certain degree of cathodic protection

• Can be applied to damp concrete.

• Non toxic – Extensively approved for

potable water use. (Including EPA)

• Waterproofing and protection properties

remain intact even if the concrete surface is
damaged due to penetration of active ingredients.

• ….Generally, a Permanent concrete

waterproofing and protection system with easy
application with significant advantages over
other waterproofing systems.

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New Topic Surface preparation…

Surface preparation on new concrete is minimal,

however you have to remove oil, latence, dirt dust
etc.. For Penetron application you need clear open
access to capillaries to allow a good clear
mechanical bond and also open capillaries for
Penetron components to penetrate into the matrix of
concrete. Concrete must also be damp when
applying penetron in order so that Penetron
ingredients can react with the moisture and undergo
initial penetration into the structure.

Slide 6# Therefore we recommend a high pressure water blast.

This is ideal as it not only cleans the surface but

opens the capillaries on the concrete surface, and
also dampens the concrete ready for Penetron slurry
application.

For old concrete, the concrete surfaces are much

smoother and water blasting or sand blasting is
highly recommended.

Slide #7 & 7A Chisel or cut out cracks

The cleaning often exposes cracks, holes,

honeycombed areas etc… These areas are potential
leaking areas.
Cracks exceeding 0.4mm must be cut back to sound
concrete using a routing gun, disk cutter or hammer
& chisel. The same goes for honeycombed areas,
holes etc..

It is not absolutely necessary to fix EVERY small

defect prior to Penetron slurry application, however
 we highly recommend you fix the main problem
areas to avoid any potential future problems.

Slides #8, 8A Examples of damaged concrete ideal for Penetron system repair…

Shows routing out of cracked floor surface.

Slide #9 Routing out cracks…

Using an electric jackhammer to open up the crack.

The width of the routing is approx. ¾” to 1” and the
depth 1” to 1½”.

Slide #10 Apply bond coat of Penetron…

Coat routed out areas with a coat of Penetron slurry.

The consistency of the Penetron slurry should be
like a thick oil or latex paint.

Slide #11 Fill in cracks…

Following a slurry bond coat in the cut out areas and

cavities, fill cavities with Penecrete Mortar.
Penecrete Mortar is applied when Penetron slurry
coat is just dry to the touch. The Penetron slurry coat
provides a good bond between concrete and mortar
and ensures maximum penetration of Penetron
ingredients into the cut out area.
Slide #13, 13A, 13B Brush Application of Penetron Slurry…

When brush applied, Penetron slurry is best applied

by means of masonry type brushes. Long handled
brushes are convenient for maximum reach.

Slide #14, 14A, 14B Penetron Application with Spray Gun…

For large jobs it is much more convenient and

quicker to use compressed air spray equipment.

Slide #15 Dry Sprinkle of Penetron / Penetron Plus to set concrete…

When Penetron / Penetron Plus is specified to be

applied between set concrete and structural slab,
Penetron / Penetron Plus is applied in powder
consistency.

Prior to application, wet the set concrete in order to

hold the Penetron / Penetron Plus powder in position
when the new concrete is poured over it. Optional -
(See Penetron System Working Instructions in
brochure).

Slides #16, 16A, Dry Sprinkle Penetron / Penetron Plus for Trowel
Applications…

16B,16C
Penetron / Penetron Plus can be sprinkled and power
trowelled into fresh concrete when it has reached
initial set, and when capable of withstanding the
 weight of a man and machine. This application is
ideal because…..
a) The concrete matrix still has plenty of moisture
present for optimal penetration as concrete has
not set yet
b) Penetron components are trowelled under the
surface of the concrete therefore eliminating
initial penetration.

Slide #17 Example of curing treatment with curing blankets…

Curing of vertical surfaces….

Except for extremely hot weather and very low
humidity, curing of the Penetron treatment is not required.

Curing of horizontal surfaces….

Penetron applied as a slurry: Wet
area down
once 24
hours after
application.
Penetron / Penetron plus as powder: Follow
concrete
curing
procedure.

Cured Penetron surfaces are in nature similar to concrete. Before

painting, Penetron treated areas should be allowed to cure for a
period of at least 28 days to allow sufficient penetration into the
substrate. Saturate Penetron treated areas with water and neutralise
with a 1:10 muriatic acid and water solution or vinegar water
solution. Following this the areas are thoroughly rinsed with water.

Slide #18 Leaking Substrates

Waterproofing treatments include sealing of leaks in

concrete substrates. …Example of leaking concrete
 structure with water leaking through a formtie hole,
leaving lime deposits on the area below the hole.

Slide #19 Penetron Plugging System

Use Peneplug for plugging active leaks.

Slide #19A Plugging Without Drain…

For moderate leaks, leaking area is cut back to

sound concrete, and Peneplug is installed.

The plug is of fast setting cement and acts as a

temporary waterstopping aid. The long term
waterproofing is achieved by the subsequent
application of a Penetron slurry, followed by a
Penecrete Mortar filling.

Slide #19B Real life example of plugging with use of a drain.

Slide #19C Aggressive leaks – Plugging with drain…

It is an advantage to insert temporary drains where

heavy flow exists. This provides an easier means of
stopping water.

First, the areas between the drains are slurry coated

with Penetron and subsequently filled with a
Penecrete Mortar mix. When these repairs have aged
for 3 days, carefully remove the drain and plug with
Peneplug as per plugging instructions.

Slide #20 Peneplug mixing

Mix Peneplug to an earth moist consistency. Only a

slight amount of water should be added, just enough
to hold the material together. This consistency will
allow the plug to absorb water when installed.
Slide #21 Ramming Plug into Place…

Appropriate tools should be used when plugging.

For example a wooded dowel or handle of a hammer
should be forced into area to be plugged, ramming
the plug into place.

Slides #22, 22A Dryshake Application to precast concret – Extra

assurance…

If any cracking or chipping occurs during placement

or shipment, dryshake to precast to assure
watertightness.

Typical Penetron Applications…

Slide #23 Standard high rise type foundation wall treatment.

Slide #24 Cooling water reservoir – Nuclear power station,

USA

Slide #25 Typical tank applications at water pollution control

plants.

Slide #26 Bay Park Waste Water Pollution Control Plant,

USA.

Slides #27, 27A 700 linear ft Utility Tunnel at Coney Island Water
Pollution Control Plant. Subjected to 18ft constant
hydrostatic ground water pressure with influent and
effluent channels running alongside and on top of.
Slide #29 A typical swimming pool application.

Slides #30, 30A Example of two waste water pollution control plants
- Tanks at Cedar Creek Waste Water Pollution
Control Plant and Owls Head Waste Water Pollution
Control Plant, NY City.

Slides #31A, 31B, 31C Scenes of the Washington DC, USA Metro Subway
System treated with Penetron to control severe
leaking.

Slide 31C …And also an example at Washington DC Metro of

Precast ceiling units, that were treated at
manufacturing plant and installed.

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UNIQUE ADVANTAGES:

PENETRON® should not be confused with a coating or membrane solution. It actually

becomes an integral part of the concrete, forming a complete body of strength and
durability. The system therefore offers the following benefits:
Penetrates deeply...up to 1 meter !
Seals concrete's capillary tracts and cracks up to 0.4mm.
Permanent; waterproofing and chemical resistance properties remain intact even after
surface damage.
cannot come apart at the seams, tear or puncture.
more effective and less costly than other systems such as membranes, clay panels, pore
blockers, coatings... -
Easy to apply and therefore highly labor-cost effective.
Can be applied from either the positive or the negative side.
Resists high hydrostatic head pressure.
Increases compressive strength of concrete.
Does not require protection during backfilling, placement of steel or wire mesh or other
common procedures.
• resists chemical attack and provides a wide range of protection from freeze-thaw cycles,
corrosion of reinforcement steel, aggressive sub-soil waters, sea water, carbonates,
chlorides, sulfates and nitrates.
Can be applied to moist or green concrete.
Can be applied as a slurry (brush or spray), dry-shake or admixture.
non toxic...approved for potable water use by EPA and in many other countries.
European environmental license obtained.
no extensive curing times except for extremely hot weather and low humidity.
with a sales history in over 60 countries and distributors around the globe, we can tap into
a vast resource of experience and concrete expertise to assist with demanding projects in
your area.