“We highly recommend ATAL and are delighted to have them as our structural waterproofing company of choice. From their easy enquiry and ordering process to their high levels of customer service, we know that we are in capable hands with them and the material that we need for a high-quality product”
atal’s Type C system is an internal groundwater management system.
This is usually provided using an internal cavity drain membrane (atal Flo Board 508iR). The system relies on a cavity between the external skin and internal finish of the structure, groundwater is guided to an appropriate sump and pump system or a suitable drainage outlet with a non-return valve.
Our internal cavity drain membranes are available in 3mm (walls), 8mm (walls and floors) and 20mm (floor). Our 3mm and 8mm membranes are available with a mesh backing to provide a ‘key’ for renders, plasters, or Dot & Dab.
Although a Type C system can be used in high risk situations, groundwater should be stemmed to prevent the system becoming overwhelmed. The outer leaf of the structure should be capable of controlling the amount of water entering the cavity drainage system.
Where the walls or floors are constructed of concrete or masonry the substrate should be treated using atal Lime Inhibitor, reducing the risk of free lime leaching and obstructing the drainage system. Type C systems should be maintainable and inspected at regular intervals throughout the lifetime of the structure.
We specify a maintenance point every 10 linear metres of channel where possible, external inspection ports may be used on semi basement projects where ground gas is present. The first inspection should be within 3 months of project completion and every 12 months thereafter.
Our sumps and pumps are specified on a job-by-job basis. We expect to see one sump per 50m of perimeter channel. Once the expected flow rate into the sump is established the sump specification can be provided. Our pump systems are specified to industry best practice, this includes a suitable dual pump system (two inlets and two outlets), with high level alarm and battery backup. Depending on budget and project needs various upgrades to are available including telemetric systems.
If you need help or advice regarding any of the Type A, Type B, Type C Structural Waterproofing options for your project or property, please Call us on 01495 717202
Where can it be used?
If you are an Architect, Consulting Engineer, or Contractor dealing with below-ground structures, existing or new build, commercial or domestic, we can help.
Contact our CSSW qualified technical staff for advice on your structural waterproofing requirements, or ask for one of our Technical Managers in your area to visit you to provide CPD’s, site visits, and on-site technical training.
“Thank you very much for the CPD this morning, it was very informative, technically based and well structured. It made a change to have a CPD that kept our attention throughout, we have all got into the habit of trying to multitask which isn’t a good habit when you are supposed to be learning! The showing of the samples worked well too.”
Sarah Williams BEng (Hons) C.Build.E MCABE
Group Leader – Building Control
Atal have provided consistently quality products, on time at very competitive prices when compared to other high spec structural waterproofing brands. Customer Service has also been consistently, and the inclusion of detailed design documents tailored to specific projects goes above and beyond what other waterproofing companies are often willing to do. Overall, Atal have provided reliable, high quality products and customer service every time we have required their expertise
Tom Luscombe
The customers that have been supplied with the admixture have been pleased and we have had no issues with strength or quality.
The change to the bags sizes (introduction of the water soluble bag) has made it easier especially for manually handling on the plant side.
Atal have a comprehensive product range, they always offer practical achievable solution and delivery on time results. David is very knowledgeable, and his positive approach is refreshing, hopefully we will continue to enjoy our mutually beneficial relationship, long into the future.
Simon Monk
We always use Atal for their waterproofing expertise because of their technical ability to provide bespoke waterproofing design solutions tailored to our structural requirements in a proactive and efficient timescale
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