Flooded Tunnel Repair
Underground Injection Grouting
A Spotlight on SealBoss 1510 Water Stop Foam and SealBoss EZ Flow Plastic Button Head Injection Packers
Introduction
Flooded Tunnel Repair: How to Stop Water Migration, Infiltration and Inflow in Underground Passages
Utility tunnels, storm drain systems, and primary sewer lines with cracks, leaks, or structural weaknesses are especially susceptible to the challenges of water leakage or Infiltration/Inflow (I/I), as it is called in the sanitary sewer industry. Such water ingress problems not only threaten the structural integrity of these systems but also present considerable environmental and safety risks. With the appropriate tools and repair methods, many underground tunnel structures and expansive pipe systems can be restored to their designed functionality.
Journey Beneath: Unveiling the Underground
In this captivating video clip, viewers delve deep into a shadowy underground drainage tunnel, witnessing the significant impact of water ingress. Illuminated only by the beams of headlamps and makeshift lighting, the scene reveals a structure submerged in over a foot of water.
Despite the uninviting environment and jobsite conditions, the skilled injection team remains focused and determined, united by one mission: to repair and seal the structure.
Enter the SealBoss 1510 Water Stop Foam and SealBoss EZ Flow Plastic Button Head Injection Packers – a dynamic duo that promises effective and lasting solutions.
SealBoss 1510 Water Stop Foam in Action
This injection project showcases the power of SealBoss 1510 Water Stop Foam. As the foam is injected, it migrates rapidly, filling cracks, fissures and voids, effectively stopping water ingress. The foam’s expansion and curing properties make it an ideal solution for such challenging environments, ensuring that the tunnel’s water tight integrity is restored.
The Role of SealBoss EZ Flow Plastic Button Head Injection Packers
Ensuring Secure and Highly Efficient Grout Delivery
One of the highlights of this injection project is the impeccable, leak-free connection between the injection grout line’s slide coupler and the button head packers that have been installed. This is largely attributed to the purpose driven design of the button head packer and slide coupler, ensuring a secure connection, and eliminating the need for the contractor to manually hold it in place.
Additionally, the expansive inner diameter of both the coupler and button head, combined with the oversized ball valve design, facilitates the pumping and delivery of chemical grout at impressive flow rates and volumes. This guarantees that the foam is dispensed exactly where required.
SealBoss EZ Flow Plastic Button Head Injection Packers are instrumental in efficiently and securely delivering the SealBoss 1510 Water Stop Foam. They ensure the foam is dispensed at high volumes and appropriate pressures, streamlining and enhancing the repair process.
Conclusion
With the right tools and products in place, underground injection and flooded tunnel repair does no longer have to be a nightmare for crack injection teams. With the combined power of SealBoss 1510 Water Stop Foam and SealBoss EZ Flow Plastic Button Head Injection Packers, even challenging grout injection environments can be tackled with confidence.
This injection project serves as a testament to the effectiveness of these products, shining a light (quite literally) on their capabilities in real-world scenarios and showcasing a practical approach to restoring the integrity of affected tunnels and pipelines.
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