Integral Crystalline Waterproofing for Basements, Foundations & Underground Structures
Protect concrete structures exposed to groundwater, moisture and hydrostatic pressure with Xypex Crystalline Waterproofing Technology.
AVA Concrete Protection supplies Xypex Admix C-Series for new concrete construction and Xypex Concentrate for concrete surfaces, construction joints and remedial waterproofing applications in the Philippines.
Basements
Protects concrete walls and slabs from groundwater and moisture.
Raft Foundations
Reduces water penetration through below-grade foundation slabs.
Retaining Walls
Protects concrete against groundwater ingress and hydrostatic pressure.
Underground Parking
Helps prevent water seepage and concrete deterioration.
Tunnels
Improves concrete resistance to groundwater and hydrostatic pressure.
Subway & Railway Structures
Provides integral waterproofing for underground railway infrastructure.
Underground Stations
Protects concrete walls, slabs, and foundations from water ingress.
Water-Retaining Structures
Reduces water penetration in tanks, reservoirs, and treatment facilities.
Crystalline Admixture
Admix C-Series
Surface Applied Crystalline Waterproofing
Xypex Concentrate
Waterproofing Below-Grade Concrete
Below grade waterproofing helps protect concrete structures from groundwater, soil moisture and hydrostatic pressure. In particular, basements, raft foundations and retaining walls require effective waterproofing throughout their service life.
How Water Enters Below-Grade Concrete
Why Early Waterproofing Planning Matters
Choosing the Right Waterproofing System
Applications of Xypex Crystalline Waterproofing
Basements
Xypex crystalline waterproofing protects basement walls and slabs from groundwater and hydrostatic pressure. As a result, it helps improve concrete durability and reduce water ingress.
Raft Foundations
Integral crystalline waterproofing reduces water penetration through raft foundation slabs. Furthermore, it provides long-term protection against groundwater exposure.
Retaining Walls
Xypex waterproofing protects retaining walls against groundwater ingress and hydrostatic pressure. In addition, it improves concrete resistance to moisture penetration.
Underground Parking
Xypex crystalline technology reduces water seepage in underground parking structures. Consequently, it helps protect concrete walls and slabs from moisture-related deterioration.
Tunnels
Xypex crystalline waterproofing improves concrete resistance to groundwater penetration. Moreover, it supports long-term durability under hydrostatic pressure.
Subway & Railway Structures
Xypex Admix provides integral waterproofing for underground railway infrastructure. As a result, it helps reduce water ingress and supports concrete durability.
Underground Stations
Integral crystalline waterproofing protects underground station walls, slabs, and foundations from groundwater. Additionally, it helps improve resistance to hydrostatic pressure.
Water Retaining Structures
Xypex crystalline technology reduces water penetration through concrete tanks, reservoirs, and treatment facilities. Therefore, it supports long-term watertight performance.
Waterproof the Concrete From Within
Unlike conventional surface membranes or coatings, Xypex Admix C-Series provides integral crystalline waterproofing. Concrete producers add it directly to the mix during batching, allowing waterproofing protection to develop within the concrete matrix.
Xypex’s proprietary active chemicals react with moisture and products of cement hydration to produce insoluble crystalline formations within the pores and capillary pathways of the concrete.
This helps reduce the pathways through which water and other liquids can penetrate.
Integral Protection
The waterproofing treatment becomes part of the concrete matrix rather than depending solely on an externally applied barrier.
Resistance to Hydrostatic Pressure
Crystalline waterproofing is particularly suited to concrete structures that may experience groundwater and hydrostatic pressure.
Reduced Concrete Permeability
The crystalline reaction helps block pores and capillary pathways through which water can migrate.
Self-Sealing Capability
Under suitable conditions, Xypex states that its crystalline technology can help seal static hairline cracks up to 0.5 mm (0.02 in.).
Waterproofing Concrete Against Hydrostatic Pressure
Hydrostatic pressure can force groundwater through available pathways in concrete.
A successful below-grade waterproofing strategy therefore requires more than selecting a waterproofing product.
It requires a waterproofing system for the concrete structure as a whole.
These pathways may include
✓ Capillary pores
✓ Construction joints
✓ Static cracks
✓ Tie holes
✓ Pipe penetrations
✓ Honeycombing
✓ Poorly consolidated concrete
The Complete Xypex Approach
01.
Concrete
Xypex Admix C-Series
Added during batching for integral crystalline waterproofing of new concrete.
02.
Construction Joints
Construction joints must be properly detailed as part of the overall waterproofing design.
03.
Cracks & Concrete Defects
Localized defects and static cracks can be addressed using appropriate Xypex repair materials and repair procedures.
04.
Surface Waterproofing & Remediation
Long-lasting protection helps reduce recurring repair costs.
Xypex Admix C-Series
Crystalline Waterproofing Admixture for New Concrete Construction
Xypex Admix C-1000 NF is an integral crystalline waterproofing admixture added during concrete batching to reduce water penetration and improve concrete durability. Its active crystalline technology helps seal pores, capillaries, and qualifying static hairline cracks, providing long-term protection against water ingress.
Ideal for basements, raft foundations, diaphragm walls, retaining walls, tunnels, subway stations, underground structures, reservoirs, and water tanks.
AVA Concrete Protection supplies Xypex Admix C-1000 NF in the Philippines with technical support for concrete mix design, dosage calculations, and waterproofing specifications for infrastructure, commercial, and industrial construction projects.
Xypex Concentrate
Surface Applied Crystalline Waterproofing for New Concrete Construction
Xypex Concentrate is a crystalline waterproofing treatment designed to protect concrete against water penetration and hydrostatic pressure. Applied to prepared concrete surfaces, its active chemicals penetrate the concrete and promote crystalline formation within pores and capillaries.
Suitable for basements, retaining walls, tunnels, underground structures, reservoirs, water tanks, construction joints, and concrete leakage repair applications.
AVA Concrete Protection supplies Xypex Concentrate in the Philippines for new construction, infrastructure waterproofing, and concrete rehabilitation projects, with technical assistance for material selection and application.
Designing a Below-Grade Waterproofing System?
Send us your project information and our team can review the waterproofing requirements.
For new construction, we can review:
Concrete Mix Design
For preliminary Xypex Admix dosage assessment.
Structural & Waterproofing Drawings
To identify below-grade concrete elements and critical waterproofing areas.
BOQ / Specifications
To determine material requirements and specification requirements.
Concrete Volumes
For preliminary material quantity and budget estimates.
Construction Joint Details
To review areas requiring coordinated joint waterproofing.
Technical Support & Xypex Waterproofing Solutions
AVA Concrete Protection provides technical support for Xypex crystalline waterproofing in the Philippines.
Our team assists with concrete mix design reviews and Xypex Admix dosage recommendations based on project requirements.
1
Technical Product Selection
Recommend suitable Xypex crystalline waterproofing products based on project requirements.
2
Preliminary Material Quantities
Estimate material requirements using project drawings, BOQ and concrete volumes.
3
Xypex Admix Dosage Assessment
Review concrete mix designs to determine appropriate admixture dosage.
4
Budgetary Material Estimates
Prepare preliminary material cost estimates for project planning and tendering.
5
Specification Support
Assist consultants and contractors with Xypex product specifications and technical requirements.
6
Application Methodology
Provide recommended application procedures and technical guidelines.
7
Construction Joint Waterproofing
Recommend appropriate joint treatment and waterproofing details.
8
Concrete Repair Recommendations
Identify suitable Xypex repair materials for cracks, leakage and concrete defects.
9
Product Documentation
Provide technical data sheets, test reports and supporting product documentation.
10
Technical Presentations & Coordination
Conduct technical discussions and coordinate with consultants, contractors and project teams.
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