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Restore walls with T-Kone Plaster
The appearance of damp on walls may be due to various possible causes. The most common include the absence of waterproofing systems in the external part of the wall, the one in contact with the foundation soil, the absence of any efficient mechanical protection that may cause damage to the waterproofing system, or the presence of air saturated with moisture – due to inadequate ventilation – that comes into contact with cold masonry and is, therefore, not thermally insulated.
All this may cause a series of phenomena such as the appearance of whitish areas on walls. These are more frequently known as “efflorescence” and are caused by the build-up of salts, which may lead to the detachment of the surface plaster.
However, walls cannot always be restored from the outside. To solve this problem of an unhealthy environment, TeMa Building recommends T-Kone Plaster, a studded membrane that acts as a cavity.
T-Kone Plaster acts from the inside of a house by creating an 8 mm air gap, equal to 5.4 litres/m², between the original wall and the new finish. Thanks to its mesh, this can be coated with a new layer of plaster while its special profile at the base is able to counteract moisture through micro-ventilation.
Rot-proof, non-toxic, resistant to atmospheric agents and fungi, T-Kone Plaster is an effective and permanent solution for restoring walls.
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- Published in BUILDING, Studded membranes and accessories, Thermal insulation and ventilation systems
TeMa will participate in the 17th African Regional Conference on Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering
On October 7, 8 and 9 you will find us at the “The 17th African Regional Conference on Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering” in Cape Town, South Africa.
Innovation and sustainability in geotechnics for the developing Africa
This fair is very important for the African continent because it will allow professionals, academics and students of all geotechnical backgrounds to participate in meetings of technical committees, workshops, exhibitions and tours. Among the numerous conferences there will be some held by people of significant importance in the field of geological development, such as Professor Delwyn Fredlunf, a world-renowned expert in the field of unsaturated soils. The 7th Conference of African Geotechnical Engineers (AYGEC) will begin Sunday 6 October, before the African Regional Conference. The AYGEC conference will offer the ideal opportunity for young geotechnical professionals to interact and present their work on a continental platform. The program has been tailored to encourage young geotechnical practitioners to attend the pre-conference courses and stay on for the main conference.
Our stand is located on the FOYER AREA, STAND n 17.
For more information click here to visit the official website of the fair!
- Published in CORPORATION, Exhibitions and events, news
New TeMa subsidiary office for sub-Saharan Africa
TeMa has launched its new sales office, TeMa South Africa, which is based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
It will be the new company node for the entire sub-Saharan area and offer the complete product range and technology of the 3 company divisions: Building, Geo and Interior Solutions.
Ruggero Fontana is the Sales Manager for Africa. “The intention of the new office is to be close to and better serve our new and existing customers in this part of the African continent, including retailers, construction companies and design engineers. The needs of this territory are not new to TeMa, as we have already supplied many of our products into the region in the past. Having the new office and team closer to the market will allow us to better react and support the needs of the region”.
Darryn Meisel has been appointed CEO of TeMa SA and will be supported by an experienced technical and commercial team ready to face the new challenges and requirements of the market. “It is really exciting for our team to be part of the TeMa family” – says Darryn – “I met the staff and researchers in the TeMa R&D department and saw how many new products and solutions are being studied and brought to market. This gives us confidence that the future will be really exciting and that we will be able to continually satisfy and surprise our customers for many years to come”.
The expansion continues
The new sales office in South Africa is expanding the presence of TeMa | Technologies and Materials in the world. TeMa is a truly global company that currently operates 6 production plants in Europe, Asia and North America and has a commercial distribution and technical assistance networks that extend to some 60 countries.
- Published in CORPORATION, news
Tips for the correct installation of studded membranes
It is essential to avoid making errors when designing and installing membranes for the protection and drainage of foundations: if any damage results over time due to design errors, you will not be entitled to compensation from insurance companies. Moreover, repairing damage to foundations could be very expensive and intrusive, or, in the most extreme cases, impossible to carry out.
THE CONFIGURATION OF THE WATERPROOFING SYSTEM, THE CHOICE OF SUITABLE MATERIALS FOR THE STRUCTURE AND THEIR CORRECT INSTALLATION ARE THE KEY ELEMENTS FOR WORK PROPERLY DONE.
Here are some tips from us for properly done installation:
1- To obtain excellent drainage, use TeMa Building membranes bonded with non-woven fabrics that act as filters to prevent soil from clogging the system.
2- To provide mechanical protection for the waterproofing, use studded membranes, following the specific instructions for installation. The TeMa Building range offers membranes with specific mechanical resistance and various dimensions of studs, making them suitable for the different types of performance required.
Important: As they have concentrated pressure points, membranes with particularly sharp studs may easily mark the waterproofing membrane if installed with the studs facing it.
The studs of TeMa Building membranes have a truncated cone shape and the larger surface area in contact with the waterproofing allows safe installation with the studs facing both the membrane and the ground.
3- The mechanical fixing systems of the TeMa Building range are specifically designed for easy and safe installation of the membranes. They can also withstand stress resulting from backfilling and the natural settling and subsidence of the soil, without damaging or tearing the membrane.
Important: The application of the flame-applied membrane alone is not recommended, since it makes the system more vulnerable during backfilling operations and settling.
Thanks to these precautions during installation, you will be guaranteed an excellent and long-lasting result, protecting the building from seepage and damp!
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