Tunnel Waterproofing
In metro, highway, and railway tunnels, geomembrane applications are necessary to prevent water flow and leakage caused by rain.
Why is tunnel waterproofing important?
There are several reasons why considering waterproofing and drainage in tunnel construction projects is crucial:
- During winter, filtered water can cause ice formation, which is very dangerous for vehicle traffic.
- To prevent hidden ice at tunnel entrances and in short tunnels.
- To protect the tunnel structure from damage caused by concrete leakage or water infiltration through walls.
- To protect concrete against the penetration of aggressive waters, such as sulfates.
- Another important reason is that it reduces maintenance costs.
Our company applies waterproofing systems according to the ways tunnels are exposed to water.
Materials Used in Tunnel Waterproofing
For tunnel waterproofing and drainage, the focus is on geosynthetic materials such as Geotech Geomembranes and Jeotech Geotextile products.
In some projects, Dratech Drainage Panels are used to better manage water flow.
