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POSB Bank – Singapore

Installer / Applicator:

  • Master’s Touch Coating Pte Ltd

Featured Products:

ARDEX WPM 300 (Epoxy Membrane for Negative Pressure Applications) ARDEX WPM 908 (Water Based Acrylic Trafficable Membrane) ARDEX 291 (One Component Non Sag Polyurethane Sealant) ARDEX WPM 900 (Multipurpose Liquid Applied Trafficable Waterproofing)

Challenge:

  • 1000 sqm of metal roof top with 200 sqm of RC roof during moosoon season
  • Existence of operational air handling units discharging constant condensation water into the RC roof

Situation:

  • An existing commercial building needed waterproofing improvement work on the roof to resolve leakages problem into the level below. Due to the fact that the RC roof has numerous operational air handling units which are discharging condensation water at almost all time, the substrate in the RC roof is constantly damp. Preformed Waterproofing solution is out of question due to the fact there are a lot of ancillaries services on the RC roof and it would means there were be too many detailing works to be done which not only will slow the installation process but also create too many potential source of leakages if it is not properly done. The damp substrate and requirement for a membrane that would take regular human traffic would also means generally stand‐alone liquid applied membranes without additional reinforcement would not be suitable. The metal roof that is of normal metal roof with enamel paint, and have requirement f or a product with waterproofing properties to be applied onto it and to be cost effective as well

Solution:

  • Due to the monsoon season and consistent dampness from numerous air compressors on the RC roof and the need for a waterproofing product system that is robust enough to allow trademen to carry out routine maintenance service a liquid applied waterproofing product would still be the choice of product to go with due to seamless and quick application method Ardex proposed the WPM908 liquid applied waterproofing system which is an acrylic based internally reinforced trafficable waterproofing membrane which means site installation of additional fibre reinforcement is not required The system also include WPM300 as a primer and damp proof layer which means the constant dampness of the substrate would be a source of any possible blisters in the installed membrane in near future. For the steel roof, cost factor is one of the most important factor as it is just a preventive requirement for the end user, ARDEX WPM 900 is recommended because it can work effectively on a un‐rust metal roof without the need for primer, at the same time, it is water based or ease of site application and robust enough that allows human traffic to walk on without the need for reinforcement. The above products recommendation are highly appreciate by the end user and installer as it allows the parties to achieve a cost effective and efficient waterproofing system that are suited to the needs of the building to deliver a problem free environment for years to come for its occupants and also to work around the weather and site challenges presented during that period.

Semi Conductor Plant – Singapore

Installer:

  • Bteam

General Contractor:

  • Bteam

Product Featured:

  • ARDEX R4SE Water-based Epoxy Primer
  • ARDEX R35SE Solvent Free High Build Epoxy Coating

Challenges:

  • Two floor levels (700 m2 / 7535 ft2)
  • Expedited installation time frame
  • Surface tension
  • Dusty environment
  • Overcrowded work space

Problem:

In Joon Koon, Singapore, an existing semiconductor office was being renovated to house heavy machinery on the first and second floors. During the process of applying the selected ARDEX R35SE Solvent Free High Build Epoxy Coating, there were several different groups of contractors working on the site. This resulted in several foot prints on the uncured epoxy floor. There were also fish eyes found on the two levels of the building. ARDEX Singapore was asked to assess the problem and offer a solution.

Solution:

Upon arriving on location, the ARDEX Technical Team first met with contractors to review the situation. ARDEX decided to have controlled testing performed at an off-site location to verify there were no issues with the ARDEX products. After the tests were conducted, ARDEX determined the products had become contaminated from the various trades walking on the uncured epoxy floor. To rectify the issue, ARDEX immediately delivered new batches of ARDEX R4SE Water-based Epoxy Primer and ARDEX R35SE Solvent Free High Build Epoxy Coating. To ensure no further contamination to the products, ARDEX recommended the installation be rescheduled early in the morning. At this time, fewer people would be on the jobsite and barrier tape could be used to prevent workers from walking across the installation. To further confirm there would be no product installation issues, the ARDEX team demonstrated to the contractors how the products should be applied. The ARDEX Technical Team explained the importance of proper substrate preparation to ensure a strong bond between the products and the substrate. Next, the ARDEX Technical Team explained mixing and application methods with a mohair roller to ensure the correct coverage amounts. To further support the contractors performing the installation, ARDEX remained on-site to answer any questions and inspect the job after completion. After the project concluded, BTeam stated how impressed they were with the support and customer service from ARDEX. ARDEX rectifies product related problems quickly and accurately while offering complete jobsite support.

Widex Headquarters – Denmark

General Contractor:

  • Asnaes Carpet Center – Asnaes, Denmark

Architects:

  • White Architects – Copenhagen, Denmark

Products Featured:

  • ARDEX P 51™ Primer
  • ARDEX K 14 System Leveling Compound
  • ARDEX K 22 F Fiber Reinforced, Calcium Sulfate Leveling Compound
  • ARDEX A 31 Primerless Fine Filler
  • ARDEX EP 2000™ Substrate Preparation Epoxy Primer

Challenges:

  • Environmental considerations during the construction process
  • Cover existing cracking on a molded deck
  • 2 mm (.0787 inch) thick
  • Fast-track installation

Problem:

When Widex began building their new headquarters, they desired an environmental flooring solution that aligned with their corporate business model. Widex also needed a system that would prevent cracking through the self-leveling compound and could be installed at a thickness of 2 mm. With these challenges in mind, the contractor was worried they would not be able to meet their fast-approaching deadline.

Solution:

ARDEX Technical Service Representatives recommended the Asnaes Carpet Center contractors use ARDEX K 14 System Leveling Compound. ARDEX K 14 was the natural choice, because it has a GEV-EMICODE rating of EC 1. GEV-EMICODE is a green quality control rating that ensures a product has very low or no solvent content that contributes to indoor air pollution caused by volatile organic compounds (VOCs). ARDEX K 14 can also be poured to a depth as low as 1.5 mm when needed over dense or primed areas. To start the process, ARDEX Technical Service Representatives completed a demonstration on site. This product demonstration proved the recommended system would meet Asnaes Carpet Center’s time constraints and prevent a third party from having to assist in the installation. With confidence Asnaes Carpet Center started the installation. In the areas where the concrete slab had cracked, ARDEX K 22 F Fiber Reinforced, Calcium Sulfate Leveling Compound filled the larger cracks. ARDEX EP 2000™ Substrate Preparation Epoxy Primer was then used to fill the smaller cracks and prepare the cement for the ARDEX K 14 topping over areas of substrate cracking. ARDEX EP 2000 can be used as crack filler and helps prevent cracks from coming through the self-leveling compound. In areas where the concrete had not cracked, Asnaes Carpet Center used ARDEX A 31 Primerless Fine Filler to fill defects in the concrete substrate and then coated the slab with ARDEX P 51™ Primer. ARDEX P 51 is solvent free and has no VOCs. ARDEX P 51 also greatly improves the bond of ARDEX toppings and greatly increases the strength of the bond between the ARDEX K 14 and the substrate. With the help of ARDEX Technical Service, Widex Headquarters was completed on time. The new Widex Headquarters hosts 800 employees and is a prime example of an environmental building. With green construction products, an onsite windmill and solar paneling, the Widex building is CO2 neutral and delivers excess power to the local grids.

Elevation Apartments – Perth Australia

Architect:

Hassell

Builder:

BGC Construction

Contractors:

Direct tiles Mandurah, All waterproofing solutions

The Elevation Apartments are a prestigious development right in the heart of Perth’s Central Business District.

Reaching over 100 metres into the Perth skyline, the Elevation Apartments consist of 138 luxury apartments spanning over 29 levels that offer stunning views from every direction.

North facing apartments offer district and city views whilst South and South West facing apartments overlook the Swan River, Kings Park, South Perth to Applecross with glimpses of the Indian Ocean.

The main challenge faced by the building contractor was that all the balconies were falling towards the apartments instead of away.

To resolve this, Ardex was asked to provide a system recommendation that would correct the falls and waterproof the balconies before the tiling commenced.

Ardex K 005 was selected as a screed to create the required falls. K 005 was an important component as it enabled tiling to commence a lot sooner than conventional sand cement screeds.

Following the K 005 screed, WPM 002 was used as the waterproofing membrane, then Abaflex adhesive and FG8 grout.

Internally all the wet area’s were installed with WPM 002 waterproofing membrane, X 10 and Abaflex adhesive

Two layers of WPM 180 shelterbit torch applied membrane was used on the entire rooftop, pool deck, plant rooms and podium levels prior to being ballasted by a brick paving system.

The Elevation Apartments were completed in July 2010 and are destined to become an icon of the Perth City Skyline

Q1 – Queensland Australia

Developed by the Sunland Group, the tower boasts 526 ultra smart apartments. The Q1 project required a comprehensive range of technologically advanced and integrated products.

Ardex was selected as exclusive suppliers of all Q1’s tile adhesives, soundproofing requirements, and grouts to be installed by Klaus Tiling. For critical high traffic areas requiring a heavy duty leveling product Ardex K 15 was used.

One of the major tiling hurdles was the potential lipping of the 600x600mm, 20mm thick limestone floor tiles with conventional flexible adhesives. (Lipping or uneven tile heights is aesthetically unappealing and a trip hazard). The rheology of Ardex X56 – a new generation, highly flexible adhesive – overcame problems with ‘lipping’. Used over the company’s Soundproof Underlay, it also helps improve impact sound resistance. For areas requiring an adhesive with high tensile strength (and superior non slump), Ardex STS 8 was used.

Grouts and silicones colour matched to blend in with the tiles provided the final touches. Walls and floors were grouted with Flexgrout Ultrasmooth. For tile joints subject to the stresses of differential movement, Ardex SE silicone provided a waterproof, permanently elastic, UV and mould-resistant seal.

K15 – a globally recognised leader in floor levelling product category – was specified for critical areas e.g. foyers, lift lobbies. With its unique Ardurapid effect, K15 allows impervious vinyl coverings to be laid after only 16 hours, regardless of bed thickness.

The comprehensive and integrated nature of the Ardex portfolio of products, plus the company’s wealth of locally-based technical expertise, has been acknowledged as a factor in the successful, on-time completion of the world’s tallest residential tower.

Tobacconist Egger – Austria

Type of project:

Residential / Office Buildings

Segment:

New building

Product group:

panDOMO® TerrazzoPlus This 2012 newly built tobacconist in Salzburg is truly a great place for cigarette enthusiasts. The highlight and pride of the owners is the wonderful glazed and accessible humidor. The floor of it as well as the rest of the tobacconist was equipped with the classy panDOMO® TerrazzoPlus. All in all, 100 m2 of this bicolored flooring was applied by Hlawna GmbH.

Community Centre Kuchl – Austria

Type of object:

Public / Sacral building

Segment:

New building

Product group:

panDOMO® TerrazzoMicro On April 5th, 2014 the new Community Centre in Kuchl was officially opened. This new building is very populated by the citizens. In only 16 months the € 4.9 million solid wood community centre was planned and established. A beige panDOMO® TerrazzoMicro was installed in the spacious rooms, which now provide the required space and perfect atmosphere for various events and ceremonies.

Google HQ – Ireland

Project Name:

Google Headquarters – Gordon House – Dublin, Ireland

Installer:

Solido Contractors Ltd – Cork, Ireland

General Contractor:

Structure Tone – Dublin, Ireland

Architect:

Reddy Architecture – Dublin, Ireland

Featured Products:

ARDEX PANDOMO K 1

ARDEX PANDOMO W 1

ARDEX A 38 Rapid Hardening and Drying Cement for Floor Screeds in Internal or External Locations

ARDEX K 15 HB High Build Rapid Drying Sub-Floor Leveling and Smoothing Compound

ARDEX X7 Plus White adhesive

ARDEX FLEX FS – Flexible Tile Grout

ARDITEX NA Ultra Rapid Setting Latex Sub-Floor Leveling and Smoothing Compound

Challenge:

  • Rennovation of existing office building
  • 200 – square meter installation area (PANDOMO K 1 on floor)
  • 200 – square meter installation (PANDOMO W 1 on walls)

Situation:

Google’s European Headquarters in Dublin houses technical, sales and operations support for customers in more than 50 countries and employs 2,500 people. The first floor of the Gordon House Google office building required a finished rapid drying sand and cement screed system to accept PANDOMO K 1. The upper ground floor elevator lobby needed mechanical preparation and pre-leveling using ARDEX K 15 HB. This lobby area is a central meeting point and through way for staff and visitors in a busy office environment.

Solution:

ARDEX Ireland created custom PANDOMO colors requested by the architects for the floor and wall designs. With on-site support, a detailed specification was issued in relation to base preparations to ensure product compatibility. ARDEX A 38 was installed in the first floor lobby. With its unique rapid drying qualities it provided a perfect base to install PANDOMO K 1. The result produced a visually impressive main entrance to Google Gordon House and has attracted significant positive reactions from staff and visitors. Based on the successful PANDOMO installation in Gordon House, Reddy Architecture specified PANDOMO for the second phase of renovations in their Gasworks Building in September 2013. This building will incorporate ARDEX PANDOMO K 1 and PANDOMO W 1 in the main entrance area, solidifying an ongoing successful partnership with the Google organization.

Belaja Dacha – Russia

Applicator:

Saturn-Invest

General Contractor:

Stroiinvest

Products Featured:

  • ARDEX X77 (2.200 m 2)
  • ARDEX 8 + 9 (2.200 m 2)
  • ARDEX SK 12
  • ARDEX WA Fuge
  • ARDEX CA 20 P

Story:

The major objectives of the Belaya Dacha Holding are commercial (industry and trade) and residential real estate projects. Integrated in the trading department of this group Belaya Dacha Trading is a leading salad producer for the Russian market. As quality provider Belaya Dacha Trading became quite early the main supplier of prestigious clients like Mc Donalds, Auchan, IKEA and many others. For their new plant in Elabuga the customer was looking for the ideal industrial flooring solution.

Challenges:

  • Chemical resistant floor (tiles/constructions materials): During the production mainly water penetrates the floors, but due to high hygiene standards in the food processing industry the cleaning process is very important. The floors must be resistant against those chemical cleaning products.
  • Professional flooring company in order to apply the high-quality products accordingly (including slope and necessary expansion joints, etc.)

Solution:

  • To prevent a possible penetration of water into the ground ARDEX 8+9 was applied in addition with ARDEX SK12 for the edge joints. With its easy use, fast drying time and low material consumption, ARDEX 8+9 made it easy to prepare the prefect sealant within a minimum time.
  • ARDEX X77 convinced the decision makers with its extraordinary adhesion power and flexibility due to the MICROTEC technology.
  • Due to its astonishing technical and handling performance the epoxy joint ARDEX WA was chosen. It’s easy application and cleaning process was one of the main decision drivers in this project. Furthermore the fast accessible time of 12h was important due to the time factor behind the project.
  • For the existing edge joints ARDEX CA20P was used.

Lotte Castle – Korea

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

  • Lotte Engineering & Construction Co., LTD. – Seoul, South Korea

Product Featured:

  • ARDEX FG 8 Flexible Colored Grout

Challenges:

  • Grout for 15,000 m2 (161,459 ft2 ) of natural stone
  • Expedited installation time frame
  • Laticrete products originally specified

Problem:

When Lotte Castle President Apartments were originally designed, Latapoxy by Laticrete was specified. However, in the past Lotte Engineering & Construction had issues with the performance of locally manufactured grouts when installing natural tile and stone installations. Lotte Engineering & Construction was very hesitant to utilize a new product they had no experience with. This project demanded products with a solid reputation and performance capabilities for the elegant facades at the sophisticated and urban Lotte Castle President Apartments.

Solution:

Through providing job references and support from installers, the developer allowed ARDEX to test their materials for this project. ARDEX Korea offered a sensible, satisfactory and reliable solution for Lotte Engineering & Construction. After working with ARDEX Sales and Technical Support Teams to narrow the selection based on specific criteria for the installation, ARDEX FG 8 Flexible colored Grout for tile was specified and ultimately selected by the developer of Lotte Castle President Apartments. ARDEX FG 8 is a polymer fortified, flexible cement-based grout designed for floor and wall installations. It also reduces the likelihood of cracking failures, from building movement. ARDEX FG 8 is easy to maintain because it is water and mold resistant, and dries to a smooth finish that reduces the amounts of trapped pollutants. The grouts improved color integrity keeps the installation true to the original design, ensuring a quality color palette remains consistent through the entire installation. Because of their dedicated employees, superior sales and technical support team, and proven track record, ARDEX once again proves it has the products to get the job done right, the first time… every time!