Below-Grade Liquid Membrane Waterproofing: Basic Training

There are a couple of options when it comes to below-grade waterproofing, luckily Sika has multiple options that will fit your next project. Continue through the basic training course to learn the history behind below-grade waterproofing, different techniques used, and components for the application.

Curriculum

• Introduction
  
  • Learning Goals

• Below Grade Waterproofing History & Factors
  • Below grade waterproofing history
  • Exposures & Stress on below grade structures l
  • Exposures & Stress on below grade structures ll
  • Why structures need below grade waterproofing?

• Design Considerations
  • Water level exposure
  • Position of waterproofing membrane
  • Water management
  • Material

• Below-Grade Liquid Applied Waterproofing Membrane
  • Below-grade liquid applied waterproofing
  • Considerations before using
  • Weather conditions

• Specifications & Testing
  • ASTM C 836
  • ASTM E96
  • Osmotic blistering

• Applications
  • Between slabs / plazas
  • Foundation wall
  • Planter

• Components of Below-Grade LAM Waterproofing Systems
  
  • Components of waterproofing system
  • Primer
  • Protection board
  • Drainage mat

• Knowledge Check
• Results & Summary