SEALS FOR TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION

Sealing profiles for modern tunnelling methods

DATWYLER TUNNEL SEALS
Sealing profiles for modern tunnelling methods

The Datwyler Group is an international multi-niche player dedicated to industrial

component supply and distribution of engineering and electronic components.
Our activities concentrate on attractive niches that offer opportunities to increase
value added and sustain profitable growth. The Group’s four divisions – Technical
Components, Pharma Packaging, Cabling Solutions and Sealing Technologies – are
focused on the manufacturing, pharmaceutical and datacom industries. Our strategy
is built on delivering innovative solutions and positioning ourselves as a competent
development partner for our customers. With more than 40 operating companies,
sales in over 80 countries and over 5'000 employees, the Datwyler Group generates
approximately EURO 1’070 million in revenue. Datwyler has been listed on the main
board of the SIX Swiss Exchange since 1986 (security number 3048677).

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 THE HISTORY

Datwyler is specialized in developing and manufacturing custom unit profiles of PHOENIX Dichtungstechnik GmbH, Datwyler has
designed seals and gaskets to fit the needs of specific enginee- created a strong position in the global market and has become
ring and tunnelling projects. With the acquisition of the business the leading supplier with more than 451 tunnelling references.

Due to permanently changing and increasing requirements from project to project Datwyler continues to be innovative and therefore
follows a long and successful tradition.

THE HISTORY OF DATWYLER

1915 Adolf Dätwyler takes over the executive board of 1996 Foundation of Datwyler Rubber & Plastics USA
the Swiss „ Draht-und Gummiwerke Altdorf”
2000 Foundation of the Sales Office Datwyler Rubber
1958 Foundation of Datwyler Holding AG, Peter und s.r.o. in Czech Republic
Max Dätwyler take over the operative manage-
ment 2003 Foundation of Datwyler Rubber in Ukraine

1973 Commissioning of the Gummifabrik Schattdorf 2006 Take over 100 % of the Joint Venture in Czech
Republic
1976 Foundation of Datwyler GmbH Germany
2007 Selling of the Business Unit Surface Products
1977 Foundation of Datwyler SAS France
2008 Foundation of Dätwyler Rubber in Mexico
1990 Construction of a third production facility for
Safety and precision parts for the automobile 2012 Acquisition of the business unit profiles of
industry at Schattdorf PHOENIX Dichtungstechnik GmbH

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SEGMENT LINING

ELASTOMER SEALS FOR

TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION
For decades, Datwyler has been delivering
a broad range of sealing profiles for various
Segment Gasket tunnel building techniques.

Datwyler engineers have developed reliable sealing systems

for the various applications such as segments for tunnel boring
machines (TBM) and shield driven tunnels, various types of jacking
pipe and for tunnel refurbishment. The latest development is a
seal that is anchored into the concrete during the tunnel segment
production process. This system will make segment production
and gasket installation easier and faster without the added cost of
the adhesive application.
Drainage Joint Seals
REFERENCES
Seals by Datwyler are in successful service in over 451 tunnels on five continents. Our rubber seals keep tunnels watertight, thus
contributing significantly to uninterrupted operation, protection of electromechanical equipment and of course long service life of
the tunnel.

Road Rail Metro Cable/Service Water/Sewer

SEGMENT LINING

SEGMENT GASKETS
Datwyler segment gaskets were first used in 1969 on the New During many years of deep involvement and close cooperation
Elbe Tunnel in Hamburg and are now available in more than with the largest construction companies Datwyler has set-up an
50 different cross-sections to cover the entire range of today’s international standard for product testing at their various plants
various kinds of projects. Metro tunnels, River crossing tunnels, inclusive of regular internal quality control audits, all of which are
Road and Railway tunnels, Cable tunnels, Waste water and Water accepted by many international partners and consultants.
supply tunnels all around the world can be found on a long list
of more than 451 successful reference projects. In addition to
the standard program shown here Datwyler can offer various DATWYLER SEGMENT GASKETS COMPLY WITH STUVA TESTING
tailormade solutions. GUIDELINES

Standard geometries

M 385 72 1'002'831 M 385 41A 86-259

Groove Groove Groove Groove

20 x 7,5 mm 20 x 7,5 mm 26 x 10 mm 26 x 10 mm

M 389 03 190-830 M 385 87A 1'002'032

Groove Groove Groove Groove

33 x 10 mm 33 x 8 mm 36 x 12,5 mm 36 x 11,5 mm

1'001'809 M 385 73

ALL STANDARD CROSS-SECTIONS

Groove Groove
39 x 13 mm 44 x 12 mm
HAVE BEEN TESTED ACCORDING TO
THE STUVA STANDARDS

Technical options

CoexSwell integrated with hydrophyllic

Mono EPDM Segment Gasket CoexSlide with integrated sliding surface
contract surface

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 Performance

WATERTIGHTNESS DIAGRAM FOR LOAD DEFLECTION DIAGRAM FOR SHORT TERM RELAXATION
PROFILE 86-259 PROFILE 86-259

groove bottom distance: mm groove bottom distance: mm

20 bar held for 24h offset 10 offset 10

offset 5 offset 5
10
water pressure: bar

offset 0 offset 0
26

load: kN/m

load: kN/m
Tested with 0 mm gap
Duration of test: 5 Minutes
Maximum Force: 60 kN/m
Force after 5 Minutes: 36 kN/m

gap: mm gap: mm time: seconds

Tightness of seal in relation to various offsets and Strength of seal in relation to various offsets and Loss of risidual stress of seal after segment
gaps at joint gaps at joint installation

Innovations

Based on many years of solid experience in tunnel construction Datwyler can offer tunnel
gaskets which are directly anchored into the segment.

As a forward-looking technology Datwyler gaskets that are directly anchored in the concrete segment offer a variety of remarkable
advantages:

– Shortened process in the segment factory due to time savings – Remarkable higher adhesion between gasket and concrete (no
for correction of imperfections and cleaning of the groove area detachment while installing the keystone)

– Saving costs for adhesive and adhesive application equipment – Higher tightness because of maximizing the distance for the
as well as time for mounting the gaskets water between gasket and concrete

M 385 66 anchored

Anchored within the concrete, this option offers an array of advantages with regard to
Groove
safety and installation. These seals do not require adhesive and therefore they also save
26 x 10 mm
on labour costs and negate the need for environmental precautions to be taken.

M 389 12 composite

The “Composite Seal” combines two different sealing technologies – a compression seal
Groove
26 x 10 mm and a hydro-swelling strip. Using this system the capsulated hydro-swelling strip offers
additional safety without the typical disadvantages.

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TBM SEALS

SEALS FOR TUNNEL BORING MACHINES

Datwyler offers a variety of seals for the actual Datwyler profiles for TBM’s are in use world-
TBM, as well as for sealing the shafts at the wide. Whether used for pipe-jacking or
critical moments of the entry, or at the exit of shield driven tunnels – our seals provide the
the TBM. required safety.

STARTING SEALS

Starting seals

Starting seals are used to seal the gap between

the excavation line and TBM (tunnel boring
machine). Starting seals are mounted on a special
support frame.

For greater watertightness, several starting

seals can be installed in series. Datwyler
provides starting seals and filler profiles for
various pressure ranges.

EMERGENCY SEAL

Seal for Intermediate

Jacking Station

CAISSON DOOR SEAL CUTTI NG WH EEL OFFSET SHIELD JOINT SEAL

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DATWYLER STARTING SEALS FOR A SAFE ENTRY OF THE TBM

OUR LONG STANDING COMPETENCE PARTNER

Precise and tailor made known and worldwide proven “Datwyler CORDES TUBES & SEALS GMBH & CO.KG
ring vulcanization of these Profiles”. If necessary Cordes also provides Herr Dipl.-Ing. Karl-Heinz Spell
Im Südfeld 3 D-48308 Senden-Bösensell
special seals must be carried on-site vulcanizing and assembly as well P +49-(0)2536-9939-14
out by skilled engineering as repair service. In such case please F +49-(0)2536-9939-20
experts guaranteeing a smooth assembly contact directly: E [email protected]
www.cordes.de
and maximum sealing performance on
site. Our long standing partner Theodor
Cordes GmbH & Co.KG of Westphalia,
Germany, having 50 years experience in
providing sealing solutions for concrete
shafts and pipes has also become a speci-
alist in manufacturing TBM and pipe
jacking seals.

Cordes offers consulting service and sup-

plies true to size gaskets made of all well-

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ADHESIVE G 3000 AND G 3000 PLUS (TOLUENE FREE)
This product of Datwyler has been deve- In cooperation with the manufacturer PACKAGING AT DATWYLER:
loped to fulfill the high demands when “WIWA”, adjusted spraying equipment is Clear, Environment
mounting elastomer seals to concrete seg- available for even more economical use of friendly, Safe
ments. The glue offers both economical our adhesive G 3000 and G 3000 Plus.
use and safety.

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APPLICATION, TEST METHODS AND MOUNTING
TECHNOLOGY AT DATWYLER
It has always been part of our philosophy to assist our customers staff takes care of handling instructions on site at the beginning
with maximum support while using our products. Therefore, our as well as to the completion of a project.

Efficient and successful on-site training

Test rig for water tightness test Handling and application instructions by technician
everywhere in the world

SEALS FOR TUNNEL REFURBISHMENT

Leaking joints can limit service and threaten safety. Robust and The profiles deflect water in joints in a controlled way, thereby
durable Datwyler profiles are ideal for sealing the joints. preventing unwanted and damaging entrance of water.

1'002'875 19-978 M 900 99

Datwyler has several sales and representative offices in most parts of the world. Don’t
hesitate to contact our headquarters and they will guide you to your nearest Datwyler
representative.

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– Certified according to ISO 9001
and EN ISO 14001 and Cor 1

SALES

Thomas Gruber
T +49 (0)3622 633-728
E [email protected]

Andreas Diener
T +49 (0)3622 633-762 Dätwyler
E [email protected] Sealing Technologies
Deutschland GmbH
ENGINEERING Eisenacher Landstr. 70
99880 Waltershausen
Holger Gutschmidt T +49 (0)3622 633 0
T +49 (0)3622 633-763 F +49 (0)3622 633 463
E [email protected] www.datwyler.com

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