The team's mission was to install a state-of-the-art waterproofing system for the hotel's below-grade parking garage. Although the project came with its fair share of hurdles, including unpredictable weather conditions, the team rose to the occasion.

Silicone coatings for flat roofs have grown rapidly in the marketplace, and are expected to continue this trajectory as the combination of waterproofing, reflectivity/energy savings, durability and rain-readiness properties resonate with both contractors and consumers.

Construction firms today have many waterproof membranes to choose from, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Project managers must go over the following seven considerations to make the right choice.

Under this exciting collaboration, the William Baker Company will serve as an exclusive manufacturer’s representative for Alchemco, further solidifying Alchemco's position as a leader in the industry.

Tarco now makes a superior membrane for below grade waterproofing applications. Building on its expertise in mod-bit chemistry and its experience with product development as well as its manufacturing know-how, Tarco has created a below-grade waterproofing membrane like no other.

Polyglass is excited to partner with Corporate Contractors Inc., to plan and execute the expansion project. CCI provided the engineering and architectural design services, as well as the construction management for Polyglass.

A building’s envelope is described as any component of a building that touches the outside air and repels the elements such as the roof, walls, doors and windows.

The Sealant, Waterproofing & Restoration Institute has conducted its third annual Award of Excellence program to honor and recognize contractors for excellence and innovation in the sealant, waterproofing and restoration industry.  

The Winter 2022 edition features two CEU articles to earn continuing education credits. These articles cover roofs for cold storage buildings and low-slope roofing air barriers and vapor retarders. 

Selection of a suitable waterproofing system can present a building project team with a baffling array of choices. With dozens of manufacturers and hundreds of products to choose from, there is a formidable amount of data to evaluate in order to make a thorough investigation.