Waterproofing below-ground with

Waterproofing is our Passion

DualProof Membrane Technology

DualProof FBVF

BPA GmbH
Behringstr. 12
D- 71083 Herrenberg-Gltstein
Tel: +49 (0) 7032 / 89399 0
Fax: +49 (0) 7032 / 89399 29
eMail: bpa@dichte-bauwerke.de
Web: www.dichte-bauwerke.de
 Our profile
Since its establishment in 1998, BPA GmbH has grown to become the technical standard bearer

in the fields of structural waterproofing, construction joint sealing, tunnel sealing and

the refurbishment of concrete structures.

Through innovative system-based solutions, numerous product patents, independent product The most
innovative
accreditations, high-quality products, and our friendly and skilled technical advice, medium-sized
businesses
BPA has become a Global Leader in the provision of innovative Structural Waterproofing and

Sealing Systems with many prestigious job references worldwide. "Waterproofing is our Passion!"

German and Swiss based

manufacturer
BPA is a leading manufacturer of structural waterproofing
products and below ground sealing systems.

With manufacturing locations in both Germany and
Switzerland and quality driven product development teams,
BPA design and manufacture goods specifically for the
Worldwide waterproofing market for below ground structures.
Our range
BPAs range of waterproofing and concrete construction products include
engineering and architectural waterproofing, concrete technology, concrete sealing,
jointing systems, sealants, waterproofing materials, waterproofing membranes,
bentonite based sealing systems, bentonite double sealing membranes, pre-applied
concrete bonding membranes, self-healing membranes and water stops.

Innovative and successful

over a long number
of years

Specification services
We provide our specification services to Architects, Engineers,
Tunnel Builders and Specifiers throughout the design and
documentation stages. BPA can provide ongoing support
to the completion of your project through our international
network and partners around the world.
DualProof waterproofing membrane
Our Services:
The DualProof waterproofing system is proven technology and has
Product - Application and Site Support
successfully waterproofed many below-ground concrete structures
Product Documentation and Samples since its launch. It can be found in projects in many countries around
the world and is quite simply one of the best performing cost-effective
below-ground waterproofing solutions available today.

Continuing Professional Development seminars Brochure contents
Innovative Technology
Contractor Support - economical site solutions
BS 8102:2009, DIN 18195 T6, DIN V 20000-202
Advice on Quality requirements & documentation The benefits of using DualProof
Typical applications
A system-based solution
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 Innovative anti-tracking, pre-applied waterproofing system
The solution that stands the test of lifetime

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 Below-ground waterproofing
For below-ground structures where the exterior face of the structural concrete is inaccessible, the waterproofing must be applied
prior to pouring the concrete. Conventional systems are either loose-laid or self-adhering to the substrate not the structural
concrete, this means there is no seal between the waterproofing and the structural concrete which can lead to water travelling
between the waterproofing and the structure from any leakages that may occur. BS 8102:2009 highlights this problem and
recommends that a fully-bonded pre-applied waterproofing system be used to mitigate this risk. A similar problem occurs where
ground settlement takes place. BPA has developed an innovative system, DualProof, which incorporates a unique FiberTex-fleece.
BS 8102:2009, DIN, SIA
The actual BS 8102:2009 standard for waterproofing below-ground structures, gives
recommendations and provides guidance on methods of dealing with and preventing the
entry of water from surrounding ground into a structure below ground level. Designers are
encouraged to follow a process chart, to ensure that the correct waterproofing system will be
selected. Some of the recommendations are highlighted below;

The DualProof membrane is installed with the "FiberTex" non-woven fleece facing the concrete which is to be waterproofed. To help mitigate risk, specify a combination of various types of compatible protection
The fleece mechanically bonds to freshly placed concrete giving a unique waterproof seal, preventing any lateral water migration. sourced from the same manufacturer -- BPA combines Type A and Type B waterproofing
It is installed rapidly with no need for blinding concrete, priming or protection and can be trafficked immediately after application. It Where a waterproofing barrier is required for a structure supported on piled foundations,
is Radon Gas resistant and highly durable and is unaffected by contaminants within the ground. Quality is assured through MPA, special consideration should be given to the detailing so that structural continuity is not
KIWA, DIN EN 13967, CE-Certification, DIN V 20000-202 and DualProof is suitable for use in accordance with SIA, DIN and BS. compromised.
Strategies for dealing with groundwater, soil gases and contaminants should be
considered from the earliest stages of the planning and design processes.
Products that are both water and gasproof are more cost-effective. DualProof is Radon-tight!
installation - no blinding concrete or Where waterproofing admixtures are used, these should be in conjunction with other
protection required. waterproofing components supplied by the same manufacturer, e.g. waterstops,
Assured watertight integrity - overbridges cracks membranes and sealants.
Mechanical bond to the fresh concrete Fully bonded systems allow potential defects to be located and made good more easily.
No water-tracking - improoving concrete strength DIN - German Standard Each project structure should be designed to its particular Grade
Easy jointing independent of temperature
SIA - Swiss Standard
-working temperature -5 up to 45 degree Celsius
BS - British Standard
Integrity assured at pile caps
Excellent solution for insitu concrete. EN - European Standard
Protects structure against ground
contaminants and slat water Grade Example of use of structure Performance level
Long term watertight durability
1 Car parking; Plant rooms Some seepage and damp areas
(excluding electrical equipment); tolerable, dependent on the intended
Workshops. use.
Local drainage might be necessary to
deal with seepage.
DualProof - saves time, saves labour cost and money
2 Plant rooms and Workshops No water penetration acceptable.
requiring a drier environment (than Damp areas tolerable; ventilation might
grade 1); Storage areas. be required.
DualProof pre-applied premium waterproofing system "Made in Germany"
Structural concrete + CEMflex water-stop
3 Ventilated residential and No water penetration acceptable.

commercial areas, including Ventilation, dehumidification or air
DualProof fulfills DIN V 20000-202 Use of building products in construction works offices, restaurants etc ; Leisure conditioning necessary, appropriate to
DualProof fulfills DIN 18195 T6 Waterproofing against outside pressing water and centres. the intended use.
accumulating seepage water, design and execution (German & European)
DualProof fulfills BS 8102 Type A (British) and SIA 272 (Swiss)

One, or a combination, of the following types of waterproofing protection should be selected:

Type A (barrier) protection
Protection against water ingress which is dependent on a separate barrier system applied to
the structure. e.g. DualProof, SilverSeal or CEMtobent

Type B (structural integral) protection
Protection against water ingress which is provided by the concrete structure.
e.g. CEMflex-Admixtures in conjunction with Predimax, CEMswell, Quellmax, CEMflex

Type C (drained) protection

Protection against water ingress into usable spaces which
is provided by the incorporation of an appropriate internal

water management system. e.g. CEMdrain

DualProof is the professionals choice for fully-bonded Type A barrier protection for below-ground
structures to achive a basement Grades 1, 2 + 3 as described in BS 8102:2009. It is fully compatible
with the BPA CEMdrain drainage and protection board and the CEMflex liquid waterproofing concrete
admixtures assuring best system performance which may be sourced from one premium supplier.

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 BPA below-ground waterproofing solutions

APPROVAL
INSPECTION
TESTING
CERTIFICATION
TECHNICAL APPROVALS FOR CONSTRUCTION

Construction applications
Single-sided formwork concrete walls
Double-sided formwork concrete walls
Pile caps
Lift pits
Pipe penetrations
Expansion and construction joints

BPA system solutions

pre-applied anti-tracking waterproofing membrane
- ancillary products
CEMdicht 3 in 1 - cementitious tanking slurry for pile caps
/ CEM805 active - swellable hydrophilic rubber-based waterstops for joints / hydrophilic bonding and sealing agent
- PVC waterstops for joints
MS - one-component flexible sealant for joints
CEMflex VB - active construction joint waterstop - patented coated steel plate waterstop

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 DualProof benefits

Non water-tracking No blinding concrete required

In the unlikely event of damage to the membrane during Blinding concrete is preferred,
installation, the smart anti-tracking Fiber-tex fleece of DualProof however DualProof can be
will prevent any water tracking between the membrane placed directly on top of a well
and the concrete. compacted smooth granular fill
substrate. A broadcast of damp sand
DualProof has been tested to ASTM D5385 and on top of the granular material is
shows no lateral water migration when tested at 50m useful.
hydrostatic water pressure. (University of Nuernberg GER)
Removal of the blinding concrete
The FiberTex Fleece has a positive influence of the water/ means less concrete and less labour
Water-tracking test DIN EN 12390-8 cement ratio in the concrete cover zone and improves time but also means less concrete
the quality of the concrete surface on the very best way. truck movements which not only
and ASTM D5385 up to 5bar water- saves time and money but is more
pressure (50meter water-head). environment friendly.

Made in Germany
High Quality - ISO 9001:2008 TV-Sd Germany
Dual Proof fulfills DIN EN 13917 - CE Certification
BS 8102:2009 Type A, DIN 18195 T6, SIA 272
Tanking system with the total security
Aging Test completed - German Radon Gas test passed
Very good mechanical bonding to the concrete
Quality - Technology - Waterproofing - German Engineering
No membrane protection required
DualProof is a robust, heavy
duty membrane with many refererences
in projects throughout the world.
The structural steel reinforcement is
laid directly on top of the membrane
ready for the structural concrete
placement.

There is no requirement for screed

protection which saves valuable
time and money.

Permanently bonds to structural concrete

DualProof - Fresh Concrete Bonding Waterproofing Membrane
The transparent membrane allows to assess the concrete quality.

It is possible to examine the concrete finish through the installed
membrane after the form-work has been removed.
DualProof will remain in place fully bonded
to the structural concrete assuring complete waterproof
integrity even if ground settlement or concrete cracks occurs.
Benefits to owners / designers
An ever increasing level of importance is being placed by owners and designers
with regards to structural integrity, cost-effectiveness and durability. BPA
recognise this, and DualProof with its proven history, excellent holistic
cost benefits and independent certification offers an unparalleled system
solution for below-ground structures to combat these demands. It provides
owners, clients and designers with a high performance system backed by
excellent customer/technical service delivered through a comprehensive
international network.

Benefits to contractors / installers

DualProof is designed for typical site conditions. It is heavy duty, robust
and can be rapidly installed with easy to apply jointing ancillaries which are
system-compatible. The system has a long track record, however BPA
can offer on-site training assistance for specific projects, delivered through
10 teams of local experts. Contact your BPA office for more details. 11
 Typical CAD details
DualProof Membrane

CEMdicht 3 in 1 crystalline
cementitious waterproofing coating
CEM 805 or CEM 805 active

Typical site pictures

CEMflex waterstop DualProof membrane CEMflex waterstop CEMflex waterstop

DualProof membrane DualProof membrane DualProof membrane Case studies and reference
BPA-Technology has been successfully waterproofing many structures across the world since
its launch in 1998.

Case studies are available along with project references, please contact your BPA
office for full details.

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 Delivery to site Material storage
Normally DualProof is delivered to site shrink wrapped on pallets and will required mechanical equipment for offloading at site. Store DualProof rolls vertically. DualProof needs to be stored in a warehouse.

Rolls: 1,20 x 25m, 360m/pallet

Dimensions: 30m/roll, 44kg/roll, 12 rolls/pallet
Weight: 1,470 g/m,
PVC-membrane 1,2mm thick, 200g/m PP FiberTex Fleece

Production Control
...each roll is labled, contains
manufacturing date and has a
production number!

...made in Germany

BPA-Technology has been successfully used throughout the world since its launch in 1998.

System Engineering based on Quality this is what BPA stands for!.

Production Control, Quality Managament System internal and external according to the
DIN EN ISO 9001:2008.

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