Supercast PVC

Supercast PVC
waterstops range*
Centrally and externally placed PVC
waterstops.
Uses
The Supercast range of PVC waterstops is designed to provide

an integral sealing system for movement and construction
joints in concrete cast in-situ. These joints typically occur in
the following types of structure:
Water retaining
n Reservoirs, water towers and sewage tanks
Supercast XHD Watafoil; and externally placed profiles;

Supercast Rearguard S, Supercast Rearguard R, Supercast
Rearguard Kicker and Supercast Angleguard.
Standards compliance
Supercast PVC waterstops are suitable for use in contact with

potable water. "Water Byelaws Scheme approved product"
: listing number 8804054.
n Dams, culverts, canals and spillways

n Swimming pools
Description
n Bunded areas surrounding liquid retaining tanks
n Abutments and retaining walls
Supercast waterstops are extruded from a high grade PVC

compound which has been formulated to give excellent
flexibility and longevity characteristics. They are available as
straight lengths and factory produced intersections or as a
factory prefabricated segment of a network to minimise site
jointing.
n Roof decks and podium areas
Principles of waterstop function
Advantages
Supercast waterstops work because of two specific aspects

of their design.
Water excluding
n Basements and underground car parks
n Tunnels and subways
n Range of profiles to suit every need

n Fully continuous 4 bulbed network
n Reinforced eyeletted edge flanges for positive fixing
n Simple on-site jointing
n Full range of moulded and fabricated intersection pieces
n WRC approval for use in contact with potable water
Supercast PVC waterstops range
The range consists of centrally placed profiles; Supercast

Hydrofoil, Supercast Watafoil, Supercast XHD Hydrofoil and
a) Valve principle
Simple waterstop profiles based on dumbells are cast into
the edges of adjacent concrete panels which act as baffles.
In the event of joints opening as drying shrinkage or other
movement occurs, the edge bulbs of the profile act as anchors.
These induce tensions across the waterstop resulting in a
sealing effect at the inner faces of the edge bulbs.
Hydrofoil sections
b) Tortuous path principle

Profiles with a more complex cross section have a much
greater surface area. They present a much greater resistance
and more difficult path for water to seep around the section.
Supercast Watafoil sections

The Supercast range incorporates both of these principles.
The products offer a fully continuous 4 bulbed design
maintaining both the valve and tortuous path principles. These
principles are maintained in the transition from Rearguard
profiles in floors to centrally placed profiles in walls.
Supercast Hydrofoil sections

Centre bulb sections are used in expansion, contraction and
construction joints. The centre bulb allows for movements in
a structure to be accommodated whilst its hexagonal design
provides a flat surface. This allows shuttering and joint fillers
to fit snugly.
The 330 mm profile is specially designed for use in roof slabs
where a greater degree of movement may occur particularly
during construction.
Plain web sections are used in construction and contraction

joints.
Watafoil sections
All centrally placed Supercast waterstops incorporate an

eyeletted, reinforced edge flange. This enables them to be
easily positioned by wiring to surrounding reinforcement.
Heavy duty sections
Increased web thickness gives a much stiffer section. The
stiffened profile is used where large volumes of concrete are
being placed. They are used where concrete is being placed
from a great height such as deep wall shutters.
Supercast PVC waterstop range - Page 2 of 8
All Rearguard sections incorporate a nailing flange with a

reinforced edge to provide a secure fixing that will resist
tearing.
XHD Hydrofoil
Supercast Angleguard
An externally placed waterstop for use where the joint line
coincides with a change in level of the slab soffit. The profile
is designed to co-ordinate with the 250 mm Rearguard S
XHD Watafoil
Dimensions are approximate and subject to manufacturing

tolerances.
Supercast Rearguard R
Plain web sections which are placed externally for use in
contraction and construction joints. They incorporate a central
fin to assist setting out shutter location.
profile.
Supercast Rearguard Kicker
An extra wide version of Rearguard R profile which is used to
seal wall/kicker joints where the concrete kicker is being cast
after the slab rather than monolithically with the slab. The
extra width enables the waterstop to span both the joint
Dimensions are approximate and subject to manufacturing

tolerances.
Supercast Rearguard S
Sections incorporate a flat top centre box which allows
movement to be accommodated in expansion joints. The box
also provides a seating to support joint fillers.
between kicker and slab as well as the joint between kicker

and wall.
Technical support
Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance,

high quality, construction products all backed by BS 5750
certification. Fosroc offers a technical support package to
specifiers and contractors which includes computer-aided
design (CAD), standard details and technical advice from staff
with unrivalled experience in the industry.
Design criteria
The choice of the width and thickness of waterstop is largely

governed by concrete thickness, the position of the
reinforcement, aggregate size and complexity of the pour.
In general the 250 mm width of waterstop is suited to wall
thicknesses of 250 mm and over. For concrete less than 250

mm thick, the use of a narrower waterstop approximating to
the wall thickness will be appropriate.
Centrally placed waterstop
These waterstops are positioned within the thickness of the
concrete components and as a result are supported by
concrete on both sides. They are therefore able to withstand
water pressure from either side. This makes them suitable for
use in water retaining structures. They will prevent loss of
water from within the tank and will prevent ingress of ground
water when the tank is drained down.
Externally placed waterstop
These waterstops are designed for use in basement,
foundation and floor slab construction in vertical and
horizontal joints in both water retaining and water excluding
structures.
When used in walls, externally placed waterstops will only
resist water pressure from the face to which they are fixed.
When used below floor slabs, where the waterstop is
supported by the blinding concrete or when placed in vertical
situations against permanent concrete shuttering, externally
placed waterstops will resist water pressure from either face.
Supercast Waterstops obtained from Fosroc (address as

shown). All wall/floor waterstop connections shall be made
using Supercast injection moulded transition pieces to ensure
continuity of the four bulb profiles.
2. Performance specification
Where indicated on the drawings, PVC waterstops shall be
made from extruded plasticised PVC compound. The
compound used shall meet the US Corps of Engineers
specification CRD-C 572-74. It shall have a tensile strength
in excess of 14 MN/m2 an elongation at break in excess of
300% and be capable of withstanding hydrostatic loading up
to 100m.
Installation instructions
Supercast Hydrofoil and Watafoil

Waterstops must be installed so that they are securely held
in their correct position while the concrete is being placed.
Concrete must be fully compacted around the waterstops to
ensure that no voids or porous areas remain. Where
reinforcement is present, an adequate clearance must be left
to permit proper compaction.
Properties
The brass eyelets used for securing the waterstop are located
outside the edge bulbs so as not to create water paths around
the profile.
Profiles
Example of a kicker joint
Form
Colour
:
:
Extruded thermoplastic sections

Blue
:
:
:
Up to 100 m
Up to 50 m
Up to 10 mm
:
:
:
:
To BS 2782 at 25C
Minimum 14 MN/m2
Minimum 300%
Shore A 80-90
Hydrostatic head
250 mm profile
200 mm profile
Joint movement
Compound
Typical figures
Tensile strength
Elongation at break
Hardness
Specification clauses
1. Supplier specification
Supercast Rearguard
Where indicated on the drawings, PVC waterstops shall be
When used on ground slabs where the waterstop is supported

on blinding, Rearguard profiles usually require no fixing. Lay
the waterstop centrally over the line of the joint to be formed.
Fixing to vertical shuttering is done by nailing through the
outer nailing flanges leaving the head of the nail proud so
that it is held in the cured concrete. This prevents the
waterstop being displaced when the shuttering is struck.
Fixing to vertical shutter
Fosroc PVC heat welding equipment
Fixing Supercast Kicker Waterstop

In addition to nailing to the external shutter, the 330mm Kicker
profile is equipped with brass eyelets in the central rib. Twist
short lengths of tying wire through these eyelets so that when
the kicker is cast they act as anchors, holding the centre of
the waterstop tight against the face of the concrete. This
prevents the build-up of debris between the waterstop and
the kicker prior to the wall being poured.
Intersection pieces
Standard intersection pieces are available for each Supercast
waterstop profile. The standard on-flat intersection leg length
is 230 mm from centre line. On-edge intersections have a
standard 75 mm leg length.
Factory welded intersections for Supercast Hydrofoil/Watafoil
and XHD Hydrofoil/Watafoil
Supercast Angleguard
Fixing in position is done in a similar manner to Supercast
Rearguard.
Site jointing instructions
Jointing of Supercast waterstops is carried out using Fosroc
Heat Welding Equipment. The ends to be joined are cut square
and held in alignment in a special jig. The ends are then
pressed either side of a special heated blade, until an even,
molten bead of PVC appears around the section. The heated
blade is then removed and the molten ends pressed fully
together. The PVC cools to form a strong
fusion welded joint. Full instructions are available from Fosroc.
Moulded Supercast Rearguard R to Watafoil and Rearguard

R To XHD Watafoil
Factory welded intersections for Supercast Rearguard R and

S and Kicker 330 mm
Estimating
Supercast
Hydrofoil
Watafoil
Rearguard R
Rearguard S
Rearguard
Kicker
Angleguard
girth
XHD
Hydrofoil
XHD
Watafoil
Factory welded intersections are available for Supercast
Angleguard
Section Minimum radii

Roll
width in on flat
on edge length
mm
m
m
m
330
250
200
150
250
200
150
250
200
150
250
200
150
20
15
14
12
15
14
12
15
14
12
10
9
8
0.15
0.15
0.15
0.075
0.15
0.15
0.075
0.15
0.15
0.075
5.0
5.0
5.0
12
12
15
15
12
15
20
12
15
20
12
12
12
330
250
10
20
5.0
n/a
12
3m
lengths
250
15
0.23
10
250
15
0.23
10
Equipment
Jointing jigs
150 mm Supercast Rearguard R & S
330 mm Supercast Rearguard Kicker
150 mm Supercast Hydrofoil & Watafoil
250 mm Supercast XHD Hydrofoil & Watafoil
330 mm Supercast Hydrofoil
Heater blades
110v and 220v, 350w blades are available.
Warning: Ensure that heater blades are earthed by the
green/yellow wire.
Moulded Supercast Rearguard R to Watafoil and Rearguard
R To XHD Watafoil
Precautions
Additional Information
Health and safety
Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary

products which include :
Hot weld site jointing of PVC waterstops results in the

liberation of hydrogen chloride mist and vapour. The OEL
(operational exposure limit) of 5 ppm can be exceeded in still
air confined spaces, therefore forced ventilation must be
provided or a suitable respirator used.
n waterproofing membranes & waterstops

n joint sealants & filler boards
n cementitious & epoxy grouts
n specialised flooring materials
Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
products specifically designed for the repair and refurbishment
of damaged concrete. Fosrocs Systematic Approach to
concrete repair features the following :
n hand-placed repair mortars
n spray grade repair mortars
n fluid micro-concretes
n chemically resistant epoxy mortars
n anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
n chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
For further information on any of the above, please consult
your local Fosroc office - as below.
* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited
REGIONAL SALES OFFICES IN :
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC

P. O. Box 657
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
TEL : (04) 285 8606
FAX : (04) 285 9649
DUBAI
ABU DHABI
SHARJAH
BAHRAIN
KUWAIT
OMAN
QATAR
Al Gurg Fosroc
Al Gurg Fosroc
Al Gurg Fosroc
YBA Kanoo
Boodai
GETCO
Tadmur
TEL : 285 8787
TEL : 673 1779
TEL : 534 0591
TEL : 735454
TEL : 481 7618
TEL : 771 5080
TEL : 441 3628
FAX : 285 2023
FAX : 673 1449
FAX : 534 0592
FAX : 732828
FAX : 483 2124
FAX : 771 7554
FAX : 444 0812
Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions of sale, copies of
which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that the technical information on this data sheet is correct at the time of printing,
it is the customers responsibility to satisfy himself, by checking with the company that this information is still current at the time of use, that the product is
suitable for the intended application, and that the actual conditions of use are in accordance with those recommended. Because Fosroc has no control over
the conditions of use of its products, all recommendations or suggestions regarding the use of these products are made without guarantee.
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The Supercast range of PVC waterstops is designed to provide

Supercast XHD Watafoil; and externally placed profiles;

Supercast PVC waterstops are suitable for use in contact with

n Dams, culverts, canals and spillways

n Bunded areas surrounding liquid retaining tanks

n Abutments and retaining walls

Supercast waterstops are extruded from a high grade PVC

n Roof decks and podium areas

Principles of waterstop function

Supercast waterstops work because of two specific aspects

n Range of profiles to suit every need

Supercast PVC waterstops range

The range consists of centrally placed profiles; Supercast

b) Tortuous path principle

Supercast Watafoil sections

Supercast Hydrofoil sections

Plain web sections are used in construction and contraction

All centrally placed Supercast waterstops incorporate an

Supercast PVC waterstop range - Page 2 of 8

All Rearguard sections incorporate a nailing flange with a

Dimensions are approximate and subject to manufacturing

Dimensions are approximate and subject to manufacturing

between kicker and slab as well as the joint between kicker

Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance,

The choice of the width and thickness of waterstop is largely

Supercast PVC waterstop range - Page 4 of 8

thicknesses of 250 mm and over. For concrete less than 250

Supercast Waterstops obtained from Fosroc (address as

Supercast Hydrofoil and Watafoil

Example of a kicker joint

Extruded thermoplastic sections

Where indicated on the drawings, PVC waterstops shall be

When used on ground slabs where the waterstop is supported

Supercast PVC waterstop range - Page 5 of 8

Fixing to vertical shutter

Fosroc PVC heat welding equipment

Fixing Supercast Kicker Waterstop

Moulded Supercast Rearguard R to Watafoil and Rearguard

Supercast PVC waterstop range - Page 6 of 8

Factory welded intersections for Supercast Rearguard R and

Section Minimum radii

Supercast PVC waterstop range - Page 7 of 8

Health and safety

Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary

Hot weld site jointing of PVC waterstops results in the

n waterproofing membranes & waterstops

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

REGIONAL SALES OFFICES IN :

Al Gurg Fosroc LLC

TEL : 285 8787

TEL : 673 1779

TEL : 534 0591

TEL : 481 7618

TEL : 771 5080

TEL : 441 3628

FAX : 285 2023

FAX : 673 1449