Wet-Repel®
Goes on wet, dries to repel water
A high-strength, water-resistant product perfect for water containment and strata consolidation and wherever the presence of water is a concern.
Wet-Repel® Features
- Water Resistance. Wet-Repel® forms a robust seal that effectively repels water, ensuring long-term structural integrity.
- High Early Strength. Achieves high early strength, providing a reliable solution for both short-term and long-term applications.
- Water Absorption. Typically absorbs less than 18% water.
- Compressive Strength. Achieves a compressive strength of up to 25 MPa.
- Single Component Process. Simplifies the mitigation of water and gas through a streamlined application process.
Wet-Repel® Applications
Aquacrete Wet-Repel® is versatile and can be used in various scenarios, including:
- Water-retaining bulkheads
- Dam walls
- Explosion-rated ventilation seals
- Backfill barricades
Wet-Repel® Performance
Aquacrete Wet-Repel® boasts excellent adhesion, adhering well to various substrates to ensure a reliable seal. It provides a durable barrier against water infiltration, making it highly water-resistant. Additionally, it meets relevant coal mine safety and health regulations when applied according to the product installation guidelines, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Wet-Repel® consistently exceeds industry overpressure performance standards, achieving up to 24 MPa in 28 days. It can be engineered to meet site-specific overpressures in excess of 100 psi. Its performance has been verified by full-scale blast testing in an underground mine, with results certified by independent engineering consultants.
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