BentoShield Max – Bentonite Waterproofing
BentoShield Max
Developed for foundation and curtain wall waterproofing applications, BentoShield Max can be applied directly to the compacted soil surface. Thanks to its structure, which forms a mechanical bond with the concrete, it limits water migration between the membrane and the concrete, helping to preserve the integrity of the waterproofing system.
Thanks to its high puncture resistance, it withstands mechanical stresses that may occur during application and helps eliminate the need for a protective screed in certain projects. It provides a long-lasting, active, and reliable waterproofing solution for the foundation and retaining wall sections of structures such as residences, industrial facilities, hospitals, and schools.
BentoShield Max – Bentonite Waterproofing Functions
BentoShield Max is a specialized waterproofing material with self-healing capabilities. Composed of a combination of polymer-modified sodium bentonite granules and high-strength geotextiles, it can be applied directly onto compacted soil surfaces and integrated with the concrete. It can be effectively used in construction projects with foundation depths of 12 meters or more, eliminating the need for blinding concrete or protective screeds. BentoShield Max ensures waterproofing by creating an active barrier system throughout the structure's lifespan, protecting the building by preventing water penetration.
Active Waterproofing
It limits the penetration of water and moisture into structural elements by forming an active hydraulic barrier against water.
Structural Preservation
It contributes to protecting the reinforced concrete structure from water, moisture, and external environmental factors by providing long-lasting waterproofing on foundation and shear wall surfaces.
Self-Repair
Upon contact with water, polymer-modified sodium bentonite swells to fill small voids and damaged areas, helping to maintain the integrity of the waterproofing layer.
Active and Reliable Waterproofing
BentoShield Max is a self-healing bentonite waterproofing material developed for the foundation and curtain wall waterproofing of structures such as residences, industrial facilities, hospitals, and schools. Upon contact with water, it undergoes hydration and swells, forming an effective hydraulic barrier with low permeability to liquids, water vapor, and gases.
BentoShield Max Features
- Bentoshield Max can be nailed to concrete curtain surfaces
- It has the ability to repair itself
- Bentoshield Max can be applied directly onto compacted ground without the need for grout.
- Due to its high resistance to punctures, a protective cap is not required.
- Bentoshield Max prevents water from seeping into the structure by forming a mechanical bond with the concrete.
- The need for brick walls is eliminated in the construction of concrete shear walls.
- Bentoshield Max repairs cracks that may occur in foundation and curtain walls as a result of settlement, thereby restoring the structure.
- Protective geotextile and protective panels are not used in foundation and curtain wall construction.
- Bentoshield Max saves money and time by reducing the amount of excavation required, as it does not require grout or protective mortar.
- It is manufactured up to 6 m in width, reducing the number of joints and saving costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BentoShield Max?
BentoShield Max is a composite waterproofing material consisting of polymer-modified sodium bentonite granules and high-strength geotextiles.
In which areas is BentoShield Max used?
It can be used in waterproofing applications for under-slab areas and reinforced concrete curtain walls in structures such as residences, hospitals, schools, and industrial facilities.
How does BentoShield Max self-heal?
When the bentonite layer comes into contact with water, it undergoes hydration and swells. This action helps seal small voids and minor damage in the insulation layer.
How does BentoShield Max provide waterproofing?
The swelling bentonite layer forms an active hydraulic barrier with low permeability to liquids, water vapor, and gases.
How does BentoShield Max integrate with concrete?
By establishing a mechanical bond with the concrete surface, it restricts the movement of water between the waterproofing material and the concrete, contributing to the preservation of system integrity.
What should be considered during the application of BentoShield Max?
The application surface must be properly prepared, and overlapping and fixing operations must be carried out in accordance with technical details. Product selection and the application method must be determined based on project conditions and technical specifications.
