Science Behind It: How Does a Construction Silicone Coating Work? By Errol Bull, Technical Manager, Construction Products at Momentive Performance Materials, Inc. The technology of silicones can be used in coatings for projects that require specific waterproofing characteristics. Find out the science behind it.
Waterproofing Crew Earns Top Grade for School Expansion By Ben DuBose Today, the school’s total enrollment is more than 500 students — nearly 10 times the volume of when it first opened nearly 25 years ago. That rapid expansion quickly made the Atonement Academy’s original facilities insufficient, thus incentivizing the school to authorize the construction of two new buildings for its students.
Hybrid Sealants — Another Option By Richard Catley, Sealants & Accessories Product Manager at The Garland Company, Inc. Hybrid sealants can be applied anywhere traditional sealants can be applied and even offer additional application versatility, such as adhesion over coated surfaces or over residual silicone base products.
Coatings Get Their Day in Court By Christa Youngpeter The architectural icon of Burke County, N.C., needed major restoration and coating work completed on its historical cupola and roof.
Hospital Air Barrier: Keeping The Harmful Air and Moisture Out By Syndee Holt Sherman Hospital in Elgin, Illinois began operations on July 7, 1888 in a two story house donated by prominent businessman and drug store owner, Henry Sherman. The hospital at that time had only one operating room and four patient beds. Flash forward to 1999 and the hospital had grown to become one of the largest health care facilities in Chicago with a total of 353 beds.