Silicate Based Waterproofing Formulation

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Applications

 

Water proofing in building industry.

 

Salient Features

 

Does not interfere with colour of the surface, long shelf life if kept sealed, dilutable with potable water, can be applied by semi-skilled labour, life of treatment is about 5 years.

 

Technology Package

 

Process know-how containing method of preparation, plant and equipment, raw materials required.

 

Techno-Economics

 

Investment of Rs. 7 lakh for a plant of capacity 400 liters per day.

 

Scale of Development

 

Commercial scale.

 

Status of Commercialization

 

Licensed, Technology in production.

 

Raw Materials

 

Commercial variety of sodium silicate, distilled water and other chemicals.

 

Plant, Equipment and Machinery required

 

Mixer with impeller, distillation plant, air-tight drums and laboratory equipment.

 

Environmental Aspects

 

No special measures are required.

 

IPR Status

 

Not applied for Patent

 

For further information please contact

The Director
CSIR - Central Building Research Institute,
Roorkee – 247 667
Phone: +91 – 1332 – 272243