Swellable Water Bars designed for in-situ concrete applications offer an integral sealing solution for construction joints in situations where traditional Water Bars are impractical due to limited access. These Water Bars provide a convenient and problem-solving alternative, particularly in scenarios where employing a conventional Water Bars would involve complex shuttering. Typical applications for these Swellable Water Bars include secant piled and diaphragm-walled basements, pile caps and casting against existing concrete. They offer straightforward solutions for detailing pipe entries, construction joints in the vertical plane and kicker joints.

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The advantages of these Swellable Water Bars include ease of installation through bonding, nailing or casting into joint faces. They effectively address detailing challenges when used in conjunction with PVC waterstops. Furthermore, their swelling properties remain unaffected by long-term wet/dry cycling, making them a reliable choice. These Water Bars also exhibit tolerance to salts commonly found in concrete and groundwater, ensuring their effectiveness in wet conditions.