VBA getting a better understanding of Waterproofing issues
Recently many of our customers participated in a VBA (Victorian Building Authority) survey in association with AIW.
Interpretation of Internal Wet Areas Waterproofing Standard
The NCC refers the AS3740: 2010 , however many customers are un-aware of the contents. Even for those companies that have invested in a copy of the Standard, it can be confusing.
Interpretation of External Waterproofing Standard
The NCC refers the AS4654.2: 2012 in Volume 1 and 2, however many customers are un-aware of the contents. Even for those companies that have invested in a copy of the Standard, it can be confusing.
Sika Product of the Month for August 14
SIKALASTIC - 487: primer coat, undertile, non trafficable, flexible membrane SIKALASTIC - 488: UV resistant, premium, foot traffic, flexible membrane
Sika introduce new cementitious waterproofing Membrane – Sikalastic 1K
Sikalastic - 1K is a one component cementitious mortar fibre reiforced for flexible waterproofing. Chemical resistant, the membrane works well with most tile adhesives with good curing timing.
Basement Design Principles and Remedial Strategies Training Night 6th Oct
Below Ground Waterproofing Design Principles and Remedial Strategies Training Night Tuesday 6th October4 to 6.30pm @ 155 Barkly Ave, Burnley In Australia the NCC only has vague reference to effective Basement construction with little detail on waterproofing. The only reference