DELTA

BasementDEVELOPMENT GROUP

DELTA®-PT DELTA®-LATH

Insulates and isolates damp and contaminated walls, vaults, and basements.The Guaranteed Solution.

DELTA MEMBRANE SYSTEMS LTD.

TheThe‘Original’‘Original’WWaterpraterproof Membroof Membrane Systemane System

DELTA ® -PT insulates dampstructural surfaces and alsoprovides a bonding base forgypsum plaster, lime plasterrender and reinforcedshotcrete wall �nishes.

The ProblemOld buildings often have dampness inwalls and other inside surfaces due toinadequate or defective waterproo�ng.Rewaterproo�ng of an existingfoundation wall is usually expensive - orimpossible when outside access is limitedby neighbouring structures. The damagemust therefore be repaired from theinside: by installing a new masonry shellcovering the damp inner surface.However, this is not a cure-all as the newshell too will soon become humid bycontinuing dampness migration from thestructure - and takes up considerablespace within the structure.

The Solution

DELTA ® -PT – the watertight dimpledsheet with an integrated mesh beddingfor the inside surface �nish. Its 8 mmstud structure on one side provides anair gap which ensures continuousventilation and full-surface drainage toremove incoming moisture.

The rugged HDPE mesh on the otherside provides secure bonding with avariety of surface �nishes includinggypsum plasters, lime cement rendersand (using steel mesh reinforcement)reinforced shotcrete.

DELTA ® -PT in UndergroundStructures> TunnelsThe unsecure inside surfaces of thetunnel is �rst removed and levelled. Thetunnel is then lined with DELTA ® -PT(installed with the studded side againstthe structure).

The stud design provides full surfacedrainage capacity. Incoming water isredirected to take-o� pipes below. A steelreinforcing cage installed on the meshside of the DELTA ® -PT sheet provides thebase for the shotcrete �nishing layer.

Examples of the many tunnelssuccessfully renovated with DELTA ® -PTinclude the Vienne, Clelles and Sorbièresrailroad in France , the Wipking tunneland the Filisur pressure shaft inSwitzerland and the Rehberg,Büdenholz and Brachbach tunnels inGermany .

In the Brachbach tunnel project, DELTA ® -PT was installed over a quick-drying shotcrete levelling layer toprovide full-surface drainage.

The inward-facing mesh provided asecure bed for application of the innershotcrete shell.

> Public transport SystemsDELTA ® -PT ‘s combination of drainagecapacity and mesh bedding is alsoideally suited for applications inunderground railway construction.

Some examples of DELTA ® -PTunderground station renovation projects:In Great Britain , the Oval, Clapham,Tooting Broadway and Tooting Becunderground stations in London: InSpain , the El Clot L1 Pca. Espanya, ElClot L2, Tres Torres metro stations andSabadell main station in Barcelona.

> Underground parking GaragesAn example from Taiwan - the FarEastern Plaza parking garage facility inthe city of Taipeh.

In this application DELTA ® -PT ’s drainagecapacity eliminated the need for costlylarge-scale waterproo�ng measures.

DELTA ® -PT: – Technical DataDimpled sheeting with plastic mesh welded on, suitable as a damp-proof base for plaster orshotcrete, e.g., as a seepage layer in tunnel construction, or for repairing basements internally

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Void between studs: approx. 5.5 l/m 2

Temperature resistance: – 30°C to + 80°CChemical properties: resistant to chemicals, resistant to root penetration,

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FINISHING WORKSPLASTERING

Delta-PT should be plastered with either:

• ‘Whitewall’ plaster

• Carlite Bonding.

A 7mm scratch coat must be applied and allowed to set beforeapplying the next coat using the procedures de�ned in BS 5492 : 1990 (and / or the appropriate Agrément Certi�cate). The standard of installation should comply with the requirements ofBS 8000-10 : 1989.

The plaster should be a minimum total depth of 15 mm.

Where a sand-cement mix is to be used internally , two coats areapplied and �nished with a 3 mm thick gypsum-based skim coat.

RENDERING EXTERNALLY

Where Delta-PT has been used externally it must be rendered with acement-lime-sand (1:1:6) render applied in three coats to a totalthickness of 20 mm using the procedures de�ned in BS 5262 : 1991.The standard of installation should comply with the requirements ofBS 8000-10 : 1995.

The render should be applied in three coats with seven to ten daysbeing allowed between coats.

Due to the di�erence in thermal characteristics between Delta-PT andthe render, expansion joints through the render to the membranemust be trowelled in along each lap joint to reduce the possibility ofcracking. These joints must be �lled with a suitable �exible polymer-based sealant.

Alternatively, Delta render should be applied in two coats. The renderis polymer/�bre modi�ed, and eliminates the need for extensiveexpansion joints, other than what is required to meet buildingregulations.

A 5 mm ventilation gap at the top, and at least 10 mm at the bottomshould be left to assist the ventilation of the air-gap behind the Delta-PT membrane. Delta-PT pro�le is secured to the membrane andsubstrate to maintain these gaps.

DRY LINING

A Bonding plaster to BS 1191-2 : 1973(1994), Type A3, is mixed andapplied in vertical strips over the �xing centres and in bands alongthe top and bottom of the membrane. The plaster dabs are appliedto a minimum thickness of 8 mm, and should cover a minimum of50% of the membrane.

Gypsum plasterboard to BS 1230-1 : 1985(1994), or similar dry liningboards covered by Agrément Certi�cate, are pressed onto the plasterdabs and jointed in the usual manner. Temporary spacersapproximately 20 mm to 25 mm high are positioned under the drylining to support it during the curing period.

DECORATION

Once the plastered, dry-lined or rendered surface has dried, thesurface can be painted or wallpapered using traditional methods andmaterials.

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DELTA®-PT has beenspecially designed withdamp control in mind.Dampness, which isfound in many olderproperties, can beeasily controlled usingDELTA®-PTor DELTA®-LATH.

The MaterialDELTA®-PT is a special high performancepolyethylene membrane which isextruded into a series of studs. The purpose of the studs is to create acontinuous air gap behind thewaterproof membrane. On the face ofthe membrane a welded mesh allowsplasters and renders to bond efficientlyto achieve dry and durable finishes.DELTA®-PT is watertight, resistant to highand low temperature extremes,chemically resistant to acids, alkalis, oiland solvents and is approved for use indrinking water applications.

Constant Ventilation forPermanent Dry FinishesThe 8 mm stud design of DELTA®-PTprovides a continuous air gap whichserves two purposes. Firstly to isolate thedamp wall from the new plaster anddecorative finishes and secondly to allowventilation of the wall for permanentdampness control.

Ventilation can be achieved by using theDELTA®-PT profile or the ‘air gap’ can bevented externally via an air vent.

Ventilation gaps located at both top andbottom of the system allow circulationfor this purpose.

The DELTA®-PT PROFILEThe DELTA®-PT PROFILE can be used atboth the upper and lower edges of themembrane. The profile has ventilationslots incorporated to ensure thatoptimum ventilation is achieved. Theprofile section also acts as a guide forplaster or render coats.

DELTA®-PT can also be used as a drainedcavity in conjunction with the sealedsystem 500. See separate brochure.

Installation of DELTA®-PTDELTA®-PT sheets are installed vertically.Overlapped joints are facilitated with anon-meshed section, which is availablealong one edge of each sheet. The sheetis secured to the substrate with DELTA®-PT FIXING PLUGS at 250 mm verticaland horizontal centres.

The transparent sheet allows easylocation of fixings so that the brick orstone can be identified from the mortarjoints. Ventilation gaps can be used atfloor and ceiling level to ensure theoptimum air circulation.

DELTA®-PTprovides a full range of options forinternal finishes which include CarliteBonding, Tilcon Whitewall, 1.1.6 cementlime sand render or dab fixed plasterboard.

Plasters and renders should be trowelapplied in two coats. The first coat ofapproximately 7mm is pushed into themesh and allowed to dry, before thesecond coat is applied. Skim finishplaster can be used in the normal way.

When dab fixing plasterboard theadhesive dabs are applied directly overthe fixing heads. The adhesive dabsshould cover 50% of the area. Theboards are then wedged at the bottomand offered up to the dabs.

DELTA® is a registered trade mark of Ewald Dörken AG, Germany

External ApplicationsDELTA®-PT can be used externally as awaterproof support for rendered finishes,especially in exposed situations, whereelevations of the building are subjectedto water penetration, salt laden air(chlorides), or just in need of a ‘face lift’.

DELTA®-LATH - Technical DATA

Compressivestrength 70 KN/m2 (10 PSI)

Tensile strength 400 N/3 cm (76lb/in)

Ventilation Space 5,51 m2

Weight 530 g/m2

Stud height 8 mm

Overlap detail 100 mm

Roll sizes 1.5 x 10 m (15m2)

Colour Clear or Brown

Where a traditional finish is specificallyrequired a 6:1:1 sharp sand, cement,lime mix can be applied. This will requireexpansion joints to minimise cracking.This is applied in 3 coats.Fixing centres should be reduced to 150 mm for external renderedapplications.

Alternatively, DELTA render should beapplied. This will give a decorative finishwhich will not need painting. The renderis polymer/fibre modified, and has beenextensively tested for external use onDELTA®-PT or DELTA®-LATH.

The render is very versatile, and can bedesigned to achieve a brick or stonefinish, as well as the more conventionalrender type finishes. Various colouroptions are also possible.

DELTA render also eliminates the needfor extensive expansion joints,normally associated with this type of application, other thanwhat is required to meet building regulations.

‘Fast Track’ application is achieved using DELTA®-PT orDELTA®-LATH with DELTA render as the finish. The DELTA renderallows subsequent coats to beapplied sooner, eliminating lengthy drying times betweencoats.

A high level of finish can be achieved,

even on modular frame buildings.

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DELTASEALANT

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60mm (min)

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DELTA-PT

DESIGN DATAGENERAL – VENTILATED SYSTEM

Delta-PT is satisfactory for use as a support for a dry lining fixed byplaster dabs, or for replastering/rendering, over internal walls of alltypes of construction, in the following situations:

(a) Existing damp walls not under hydrostatic pressure

(b) In conjunction with a remedial dpc system where the walls havea high salt content and/or it is necessary to complete the installationimmediately without allowing a period for initial drying in accordancewith BS.6576 : 1985

(c) Over a wall which has a friable or painted surface, iscontaminated with oil or mould, or has a high salt content

(d) Delta-PT is also satisfactory for use as a waterproof support forrender on walls in exposed external situations, and/or where thebrickwork has deteriorated

(e) When DELTA-PT is used as a substitute for DELTA-MS 500 and/orinstalled as a ‘Sealed System’ in accordance with BBA certificate No.00/3742, it may be deemed to be suitable for walls, vaulted ceilingsor archways or cellars in the following additional situations:

• Damp walls in underground situations subject to high groundwater levels, and perennial moisture

• On vaulted ceilings of archways or cellars subject to dripping water

• As a waterproofing or ‘tanking’ in areas subject to vibration

• The system is satisfactory for use as Type C (drained protection) inaccordance with BS.8102 : 1990.

FINISHING WORKS

When the membrane is installed, the walls can be replastered asrecommended in the current Delta technical literature.

Where Delta-PT is installed internally and plastered, permanentdecoration, such as vinyl papers or oil paint, may be applied.Temporary permeable decoration (necessary when a remedial dpcinstallation is replastered conventionally) is not necessary when Delta-PT is used.

RESISTANCE TO WATER AND WATER VAPOUR

The membrane is water resistant and has a high resistance to thetransmission of water vapour. Consequently, when used internallywhere the surface is damp, there must be a flow of air across it.

RESISTANCE TO SALT TRANSFER

The system provides an effective barrier to the transmission of salts orother contaminants from the substrate.

IMPACT RESISTANCE

Delta-PT, plastered, rendered or dry-lined, has a satisfactory resistanceto soft and hard body impacts.

WALL-MOUNTED FITTINGS

Wall-mounted fittings (apart from lightweight items such as framedpictures) should be fixed (using recommended proprietary fixings)through the membrane and lining board, plaster or render, to theloadbearing structure behind. Holes made in the membrane shouldbe filled with a flexible sealant before inserting the fixing.

DURABILITY

Under normal conditions of use, the product will provide an effectivebarrier to the transmission of salts, liquid water and water vapour forthe life of the structure in which it is installed.

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