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What Causes Unstable Soil?
Permeation Grouting - Filling - Polyjacking

Unstable soil encompasses earth materials susceptible to shifting, moving, or shrinking due to their composition or environmental and human-induced conditions. Its inherent instability can pose a serious threat to the stability, security, and integrity of infrastructures, leading to the potential damage or degradation of structures such as buildings, bridges, and roads.

Unstable soil may not remain in place without extra treatment, support or shoring. Understanding the root causes of unstable soil is integral in combating its negative impacts. Here are the four primary factors contributing to soil instability:

Poor Soil Compaction 

Poor soil compaction is a well known cause of unstable soil and often results in structural damages and sinking structures. Poor soil compaction can be attributed to various factors, primarily centered around soil texture and properties. Certain soils are more susceptible to compaction due to factors like high clay content, excess salt, low pH, and high water content. Construction choices also play a role; improper selection of compaction equipment and materials by contractors can lead to subpar compaction. Certain areas, like soil adjacent to foundations, are more prone to poor compaction as well.

Depending on soil composition and density, permeation grouting and polyjacking may provide solutions to these problems.

Soil Erosion

Erosion is a geological process involving the movement of the earth’s crust due to factors like water flow, wind, and human actions. Erosion, whether caused by wind, water, temperature changes, or human activities, is a process that removes soil or rock from one location and transports it to another. This constant displacement destabilizes the soil, causing undesirable consequences such as landslides, sinkholes, and damaged structures.

For construction projects and any existing structures, unstable soil due to erosion can jeopardize investments and endanger buildings.

Freeze/Thaw Cycles

Freezing and thawing can change the physical structure of soil and lead to increased erosion. The expansion of frozen water trapped in the substrate opens fissures in the soil and rocks to the extend of breaking up even solid structures. Freeze and thaw events create expansion and contraction cycles in the soil and minerals which lead to a continued break down and potential loss of integrity.

Particularly on fine-grained soils prone to freezing and thawing, issues arise due to soil instability. Thawing frost and permafrost, soil with frozen water particles, softens and reduces soil compactness, leading to structural sinking. This poses significant challenges for building and infrastructure development.

Organic Decomposition

Soils containing a high concentration of organic materials are subject to decomposing through chemical processes and microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, archaea and protists. As organic materials break down, they lose mass and cohesion, which weakens the soil’s overall integrity. The spaces left by decomposed materials can cause the soil to become more porous, reducing its ability to support weight and withstand external pressures. This increased porosity can also lead to changes in water drainage patterns, potentially causing uneven settling and erosion.

The rapid soil transformation and eventual loss of a high percentage of the organic material during decomposition can cause soil volumes to shrink, contributing to instability. In summary, decomposition disrupts the soil’s structure, cohesion, and load-bearing capacity, making it more prone to shifts, settling, and erosion, which collectively contribute to soil instability.

Unstable Soil Solutions

Soil stability is a critical aspect of construction and infrastructure projects. Unstable soil can cause significant damage to structures, such as foundation and wall cracking, and can even lead to collapse.

The SealBoss Void Filling, Polyjacking and Permeation Grouting System may help mitigate these causes of unstable soil.

Soil stability can be restored to soil with adequate polyurethane resin and foam products and structures can be supported and in some circumstances raised.

At SealBoss, we have product solutions for sinking slabs, foundations, seawalls and retaining walls in commercial and residential environments.

Polyurethane resins, foams, and grouts are excellent solutions for stabilizing unstable soil. In this article, we will explore the technical details of using these materials and their benefits.

Polyurethane Resins for Soil Stabilization

Polyurethane resins are synthetic materials that have excellent adhesive properties, making them ideal for stabilizing soil. These resins are injected into the soil in a liquid form, where they expand and harden, filling voids, and stabilizing the soil. Polyurethane resins are typically used to fill voids or stabilize the soil around the foundation, but they can also be used to strengthen slopes and embankments.

One of the significant benefits of using polyurethane resins for soil stabilization is that they are easy to use and can be applied quickly. They are also NSF water contact approved products to prevent harm to the environment. Polyurethane resins can be applied in many conditions, making them a versatile solution for unstable soil stabilization.

Foam Jacking for Soil Stabilization

Foam jacking, also known as polyjacking, is a technique used to stabilize soil by injecting foam into the soil to fill voids and create support to a structure and provide for some lifting, if neccessary . The foam expands and hardens, lifting the soil and filling voids, stabilizing the soil, and correcting many settlement issues.

Foam jacking is an excellent solution for fixing concrete slabs, sidewalks, and driveways that have sunk due to soil instability. The foam jacking process is quick, and there is minimal disruption to the surrounding areas. Foam jacking is also cost-effective compared to other soil stabilization techniques, making it an attractive option for homeowners and contractors.

Permeation Grouting for Soil Stabilization

Permeation grouting is a soil stabilization technique used to strengthen soil by injecting polymer grout into the soil.  The grout is injected into the substrate at pressure, filling voids and stabilizing the soil by compaction and adhesion.

Permeation grouting is commonly used to stabilize soil around tunnels, bridges, and buildings. The process is quick, and there is minimal disruption to the surrounding areas. Permeation grouting is also a cost-effective solution for soil stabilization and is an excellent option for large infrastructure projects.

Benefits of Polyurethane Resins, Foams, and Grouts for Soil Stabilization

Polyurethane resins, foams, and grouts are excellent solutions for soil stabilization. Here are some of the benefits of using these materials:

  • Versatility: Polyurethane resins, foams, and grouts can be used to stabilize different types of soil, including sandy, somewhat clayey, and rocky soils.
  • Environmentally Safe: Materials are available that have been certified for drinking water contact and are used for projects that require minimal impact on the environment.
  • Cost-Effective: Polyurethane resins, foams, and grouts are cost-effective solutions for soil stabilization. They require less labor, typically smaller equipment and often less material compared to other techniques, making them ideal for larger and very small infrastructure projects.
  • Quick Application: These materials can be applied quickly, reducing the amount of downtime and disruption to the surrounding areas.

Polyurethane resins, foams, and grouts have been used in many unstable soil stabilization applications.

Links to Unstable Soil Stabilization Accessories:

SealBoss Stainless Steel Grout Injection Needles
Grout Injection Needles
Grout Injection Lances
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Municipal Wastewater Pump Station Infiltration Repair

How to Stop Water Inflow & Infiltration
I & I - Repair

Municipal Wastewater Lift Pump Station Inflow & Infiltration (I&I) Repair- SealBoss 3

Texas – A Municipal Water District was experiencing heavy groundwater infiltration at the pre-cast cold joints in multiple Lift Stations in a new housing development

After previous attempts to stop an inflow and infiltration water leak using low pressure and mastic waterstop had failed, the Municipal Wastewater District reached out to SealBoss looking for a turn-key system that could withstand the hydrostatic pressures, causing active leaks in a lift pump station and seal them permanently with minimal effort, expense and resources.

Time of repair was a key factor due to the need for special permits, including a confined space permit, and lane closure requirements with traffic control for use of truck mounted equipment.

Municipal Wastewater Pump Station Infiltration Repair

With the recommendation of Chemical Grouting, following previous failures and repair attempts, the Wastewater Conveyance Team was interested in a demo of the system including an on-the-jobsite training.  A SealBoss technical representative made the drive down from Kansas City to in order to demonstrate the chemical grouting system and assist the Water & Sewer Utility Provider in the installation and repair.

After arriving at the location, the leak was evaluated and a strategy for injection was formulated.

To initiate the injection plan, the first step was to drill holes in the pit. These holes were spaced approximately 12 to 18 inches apart and positioned 4 inches above the cold joint. They were drilled at a 45-degree angle, extending back into the joint. Subsequently, the holes were flushed using a squirt bottle until clean water was refused, and high-quality mechanical packers were then installed.

Following an in-depth training on the use and cleaning of the very quiet and compact SealBoss P2002-1C Injection Pump and the use of SealBoss 1510 NSF Certified Water Stop Foam, the trainee applicator climbed back in the manhole to run the pump system by himself.

To expedite the foam production process for the active leak repair, SealBoss 15X Catalyst was utilized at a slightly higher percentage than the standard recommendation of 10% volume.

The procedure involved injecting from one end of the main line pipe until resin or foam was visible at the cold joint, and subsequently spraying some water to initiate the reaction.

Municipal Wastewater Lift Pump Station
Inflow & Infiltration (I&I) Repair with
Water Stop Foam

Municipal Wastewater Lift Pump Station Inflow & Infiltration (I&I) Repair- SealBoss

How to seal unexpected leaks during the injection repair

Sometimes concrete cracks and spalls form during the packer installation or injection process. Drilling holes can occasionally become to wide for the intended packer to fit. For these kinds of situations it is recommended to have Seal Oakum and various sized Injection Packers on hand.

In this specific application, as injection continued around the joint, one of the holes was apparently drilled too close to the joint and subsequently spalled out, causing it to leak significantly.

With a quick dredge of the oakum in catalyzed SealBoss 1510 Water Stop Foam, a bag of Soaked Oakum was sent down into the manhole and held in place by the applicator over the leaking spall. After about two minutes of holding the oakum in place, the leak had stopped.

The area was then injected on either side of the installed oakum to fill any remaining voids and to seal the joint permanently.

All leaks were completely stopped within 90 minutes time. The total time on site amounted to two hours.

SealBoss Proven Injection Products for Quality Results

  • Professional Polymers
  • Premium Packers
  • Powerful Pumps
    – Easy To Use, Clean, Maintain
    – Modular &, Compact Designs
    – Single and Multi Component
    – Electric and Pneumatic
    – Heavy Duty For Daily Use

SealBoss Support & Training

In Person and Video training is available upon request, contact SealBoss today to speak to your regional technical representative on our SealBoss full system solutions and offerings.

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Presentations for Engineers, Specifiers & Project Managers

Presentations for
Engineers - Specifiers - Project Managers

Advantages of engaging with a SealBoss Specialist to Present to Local Organizations

  • Opportunity to deliver lunch and learn lectures to engineers, municipalities, and general contractors

  • Chance to showcase the applications of polyurethane concrete repair products in a specific context

  • A forum for discussing potential future applications and projects

  • Opportunity to network and establish relationships with potential clients and collaborators

  • Customized presentations tailored to the interests of the audience

  • Access to SealBoss regional managers who can assist with scheduling and logistics

Presentations for Engineers – Specifiers – Project Managers – Distributors

SealBoss Technical Consultants offer presentations tailored to the needs of the industry professional — Our lunch and learn presentations aim to strengthen relationships, improve product knowledge, and facilitate discussions on strategies.

The focus is on providing value to you and your projects through concise presentations and discussions. We offer relevant information and technical insights that emphasize the measurable benefits of our products on the jobsite.

More Information on Training Formats

If you have any questions, comments, or requests, please call us at 714-662-4445 and ask for your technical consultant. We are happy to assist you.

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Low Viscosity Injection Resin-Foam For Fine Cracks

Low Viscosity Injection Resin / Foam

SealBoss 1570 LV

Low Viscosity Injection Resin/Foam – SealBoss 1570 LV

  • Shut Down Gushing Leaks
  • Hairline Crack Injection Leak-Seal
  • Fast or Slow – Adjustable Reaction
  • Flexible Foam
  • Low Viscosity Foam

Low Viscosity Injection Resin – Superior Penetration and Adhesion Properties

Low viscosity injection resins have excellent penetration and adhesion properties, which make them ideal for filling fine, hairline cracks and tight crevices in concrete, masonry, and natural substrates.

They can penetrate deep into the structure, where they form a strong bond with the surrounding substrate, creating a water tight seal, and ensuring a secure and durable repair.

Fine Crack and Cold Joint Injection

When SealBoss  1570 LV Water Stop Foam is mixed with SealBoss high foaming 15X Accelerator it forms a super low viscosity, flexible, hydrophobic, hydro-active injection leak-seal foam with excellent penetration properties.

During the injection process SealBoss  1570 LV  penetrates deeply into cracks, fissures and cold joints creating a durable and flexible compression seal. 

SealBoss 1570 LV Low Viscosity Water Stop Foam is NSF/ANSI Drinking Water Contact Approved.

Low Viscosity Injection Resin/Foam – SealBoss ® 1570 LV

  • Fine & Hairline Crack Injection Grouting
  • Cold Joint Leak-Seal Injection
  • 90 CPS Super Low Viscosity
  • Flexible Properties Permit Movement
  • Soil Permeation & Stabilization

And for super low viscosity non-foaming resin injection please also consider:
Super Low Viscosity Resin SealBoss 1403 SLV

1570 LV Water Stop Foam is a very thin, low viscosity foam designed to seal leaks in tight conditions such as fine cracks, fissures and cold joints. This low viscosity foam resin can reach these tighter spaces more reliably and at lower injection pressures than some of the other thicker (higher viscosity) products.

For areas where a hydro-active water stop foam is not required, please also consider our SealBoss 1403 SLV injection resin which offers the lowest viscosity of all products and works in wet / damp and absolutely dry environments. We will cover it soon in our news|blog in more detail. In the meantime check out the link below.

Inquire more about 1570 LV and 1403 SLV when you call us here at SealBoss. Your representative will be happy to help you out.
Chris Coderre
Technical Sales Manager, West U.S. | West Canada
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The SB JointMaster – Industry Leading Joint Filler Pump

SealBoss JointMaster Joint Fill Pump: The Ultimate Solution for Joint Filling Applications

Introduction — The SealBoss JointMaster Joint Fill Pump is a cutting-edge piece of equipment designed to provide accurate and efficient joint filling solutions for various construction projects. This advanced pump is ideal for a range of applications, from commercial to residential use. 

Advantages of the JointMaster Joint Fill Pump:

  • Precise Pumping: The JointMaster is designed to provide high precision and accuracy during joint filling applications. The pump is equipped with a variable speed motor that can pump material at a controlled rate to ensure that joints are filled evenly and completely.

  • Versatility: The Pump can be used for a variety of joint filling applications, including high strength crack filling and joint filling projects.

  • Efficiency: The JointMaster Machine is equipped with a gear driven, high-volume pumping system that allows for quick and efficient joint filling, making it an excellent choice for large-scale projects that require fast and efficient joint filling.

  • User-Friendly: The Machine is designed with the user in mind, making it easy to operate and control. The pump is equipped with a digital display that provides real-time feedback.

  • Battery Operation: Cordless battery powered operation is supported with optional battery support package.

  • Durability: The JointMaster System is built to last, with a rugged and durable construction that can withstand the harsh conditions of construction sites. The pump is made from high-quality materials, including Stainless steel tanks, a steel frame, and aluminum, ensuring long-lasting performance.

  • Cost-Effective: The SealBoss JointMaster is a cost-effective solution for joint filling, as it reduces the need for rework, minimizes waste, and increases productivity, ultimately saving time and money.
SEALBOSS-JOINTMASTER
SealBoss JointMaster

Uses of the SealBoss JointMaster Joint Fill Pump:

  • Concrete Joint Filling: The SealBoss JointMaster is ideal for filling joints and associated floor cracks in concrete structures, including warehouses, parking garages, and other structures. The pump can handle various joint fill materials, including polyurea, polyurethane and epoxy, making it an excellent choice for concrete joint filling applications.

  • Horizontal Floor Crack and Spall  Repair: The SealBoss JointMaster can be used to repair damaged concrete floors and floor joints, as well as cracks and potholes in concrete, and blacktop / asphalt constructed Highways, providing a smooth and level surface,  making it an excellent choice for floor and road repair applications.

With a focus on dedication and extensive testing, we’ve created a reliable and low-maintenance product that’s built to last. The JointMaster’s modular design allows for speedy repairs and its versatility makes it tailored to meet the unique needs of your business. Furthermore, with the option to add additional features – including battery powerded operation – the custom-built JointMaster is the ultimate solution to upgrade your business’s repair capabilities.

JointMaster Pro 2 G3i Digital Joint Filler Pump
110V and 220V versions are available

Additional Technical Information:

  • Pumping System: The system is equipped with an electric motor and gear pumping system that delivers in excess of 1 gallon of material per minute. The system is designed for high-volume pumping, making it ideal for joint filling applications.

  • Accessories: The machine comes with a range of accessories, including a variety of nozzles and hoses, allowing for easy customization of the pump for specific applications. 

  • Options: The Machine can be equipped with with inverter and charger setup for cordless battery powered operation. Additional options available for the applicator equipment.

  • Safety: The SealBoss JointMaster is designed with safety in mind, with features such as a low voltage electronic motor control system and operator safe  low voltage wiring to the applicator wand. It is important to follow all safety protocols when using the pump to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Conclusion — The SealBoss JointMaster Joint Fill Pump is a powerful and versatile tool that provides accurate and efficient joint filling solutions for various construction applications. Its precision, efficiency, and user-friendly design make it a popular choice for contractors and builders. Its compatibility with various materials and accessories, along with its safety features, make it a reliable and cost-effective solution for joint filling needs. By investing in the SealBoss JointMaster, construction professionals can save time and money while achieving high-quality results.

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Historical Building Repair – PUR Injection

Historical
Building
Repair

Historical Building Repair-PUR Injection

PUR
Foam
Injection

Historical Building Repair – PUR Injection

This well over a century old historical apartment building had persistent water intrusion through the masonry rock foundation into the below grade parking garage.

A SealBoss Technician was asked to come out and consult with a local installer in St. Louis, Missouri, to find solutions for the water ingress problem. The majority of the exterior walls where the sill plate sits at or just below grade had shows signs equivalent to years of water intrusion.

The century old stone wall, and the grout holding the natural rocks in place, had become compromised. Water would seep from the soil through the wall causing further decay, unsightly stains and in some areas growth of unsightly algae.

Previous non-permanent and haphazard repairs included cleaning the wall and opening up the face with a grinder then applying a cementitious grout over the whole face of the wall. This attempt of a repair would fail within a year of application.

The approach to a permanent historical building repair was to inject any visible cracks first. One of the areas with heavy water intrusion was a doorway that lead from the parking garage to the stairs leading to the domicile. Here there was a water bearing crack with an active leak overhead as well as a cold joint between the floor and stub wall.

The overhead crack was addressed using  5/8” Plastic Injection Ports as the grout lines would crack and flake when a mechanical packer was tried initially. A zerk tip was added to the injection port and the crack was primed by injecting water through the packer till positive refusal was seen from the crack.

SealBoss 1510 Chemical Injection Grout was then injected under pressure to displace any water in the crack and began to cure and seal the area.

To address the cold joint on the floor in the stairwell, ½” packers were installed on the floor roughly one foot apart and six inches from the wall. It was confirmed that behind the stub wall in the stairwell was substrate and upon install of the Packers, it was found that the floor had only been about a two inch pour.

With the thin floor slab, it was advised to inject through the slab creating a “blanket” of 1510 below the slab since the slab thickness would not allow for the standard 1, 2, 3, 45 Degree Injection Packer Placement Method.

A weep hole was also drilled in the slab to allow for a controlled point where the water and off gas could be directed. Positive refusal of the foam was visible from the cold joint, and once the joint had been sealed, packers were removed and a hydraulic cement patch was installed.

Once all cracks have been addressed, wet areas can be addressed by curtain / bladder injection, where chemical grout is injected behind the wall to create a waterproofing barrier between the soil and the wall on the positive side of the structure.

More on curtain injection grouting method – details and pictures.

Historical Building Repair – Chemical Grouting Products Used


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If you have any questions on chemical injection grouting or any related applications, please contact our team of qualified SealBoss grouting repair representatives to schedule an on site consultation & full systems training.

Call us at 714-662-4445.

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Injection Grout SealBoss 1510 Versatile PUR Foam

The Most Versatile Injection Grout

  • Crack Injection Foam
  • Water Stop Foam
  • Leak Sealing Foam
  • Concrete Repair Foam
  • Void Fill Foam / Filling Voids under Concrete Slabs
  • Curtain / Bladder Injection Grout
  • Soil Stabilization Grout
  • Hydrophobic Moisture Inert Structure
  • Hairline Crack Seal Foam
  • NSF Drinking Water Contact Foam

Injection Grout SealBoss 1510 Versatile PUR Foam – in short known as 1510 Water Stop Foam – is our most versatile and best-selling chemical injection grout for stopping water leaks in most crack injection situations.

SealBoss 1510 mixed with 15x Accelerator is a hydrophobic water-activated, hydro-active water cut-off grout and foam seal grout based on a MDI polyurethane. The resin is 100% solvent free and 100% solids.

SealBoss ® 1510 Water Stop Foam Advantages:

  • NSF / ANSI 61 Certified Drinking Water Contact
  • Advanced Formulation
  • Up to 40 Times Expansion
  • SealBoss ® Product-Pump-Packer System Solution
  • Unregulated For Transport
  • Advanced Solvent Free MDI Formulation
  • This Product is for Professional Use

1510 Water Stop Foam is our flagship injection grout resin and best-selling product for stopping water leaks in most circumstances. It is versatile and does a lot of different things but let me just touch on some of the highlights.

1510 polyurethane leak-seal foam can be used as your base for all things crack injection where you got running water coming through cracks in concrete structures.

Those cracks can vary in width anywhere from barely a hairline visible up to about half inch to sometimes even three-quarters after that you might want to employ Seal Oakum (Oakum Soakum Method) which we talked about in our video.

1510 injection resin can also be used as a soil stabilizer with a low percentage of the SealBoss 15x accelerator in a soil stabilization scenario where you need to get deep down into the earth and and solidify any loose soil and gravel pockets that you may have. The product can also be used in support of excavation or even tunneling or boring.

1510 Water Stop Foam can also be used in curtain injection scenarios where 1510 is injected behind walls to create a curtain or bladder and underneath slabs which is, because of the horizontal orientation, referred to as blanket injection.

Inquire more about 1510 when you call us here at SealBoss. Your representative will be happy to help you out.

Super Low Viscosity Crack Filler-Sealer SealBoss 1403

Super Low Viscosity Crack Filler & Sealer

SealBoss 1403 SLV

SealBoss 1403 SLV
Fine Cracks | Fissures | Super Penetration 

  • Super Low Viscosity – 70 cps
  • Strong & Flexible Polyurethane Formula
  • Outstanding Penetration
  • Long Term Sealant
  • Recommended For Super Fine Cracks & Fissures
  • Use In Combination With SealBoss Injection Foam Grouts

Super Low Viscosity Injection Resin – Superior Penetration for Hairline Cracks 

Non-foaming injection resins with super low viscosity provide optimal penetration to fill extremely fine hairline cracks and tight crevices in concrete, masonry, and natural substrates.

The low viscosity polyurethane resin penetrates deeply into the structure during the injection process, creating a strong bond with the surrounding substrate and producing a water-tight seal, which guarantees a long-lasting and secure repair.

SealBoss 1403 SLV Hydropobic Polyurethane Injection Resin is a super low viscosity, two component polyurethane resin offering outstanding penetration properties, superior strength and durability.

At a mixing ratio of 1 to 1 by volume, the mixed product has a super low viscosity of 70 cps. The product is cured chemically and does not need any moisture to react.  The product gel time can be accelerated with SealBoss 1400 Catalyst.

The ability of SealBoss 1403 SLV to react without water makes it extremely versatile for use in wet and dry environments.

And for low viscosity injection foam please also consider:
Low Viscosity Foam SealBoss 1570 LV

Super Low Viscosity SealBoss 1403 SLV chemical injection resin works in wet and dry environments. It is very thin and does not need any moisture to cure. Let me just touch on some of the highlights. 1403 polyurethane leak-seal resin is a very strong and highly flexible sealant not effected by wet and dry cycles. It is designed for hairline crack injection and any for any PU injection areas where extreme penetration properties are needed.

1403 SLV Polyurethane Resin with extended gel time travels extremely well in very tight environments where fast expanding injection foam grouts may not reach. The product works very well in combination with SealBoss injection foams.

Inquire more about the outstanding 1403 SLV when you call us here at SealBoss. Your representative will be happy to help you out.

Chris Coderre
Technical Sales Manager, West U.S. | West Canada
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SealBoss Media – Communication and Training

SealBoss Media
- Communication and Training -

The Benefits of Using Media for Business

Harnessing Digital Communication Platforms

With over half the world’s population already plugged into social media, the influence of communication platforms across PCs, tablets, and smartphones is undeniable.

Regardless of your business’s industry or specialization, digital media and communication apps serve as vital tools for disseminating timely and relevant information and training – directly from the source.

If you’re not leveraging the power of today’s digital communication landscape, you’re potentially missing significant opportunities. Modern technology offers rapid, immediate, cost-effective, and efficient channels to provide you with critical information and support, enabling you to accomplish your tasks more promptly and economically.

Internet Based Communication and Virtual Training Options

Leveraging the Power of Digital Communication and Virtual Training

The Advantage of Virtual Connectivity

While face-to-face interactions remain invaluable for discussing complex business issues or providing immediate product support, they may not always be feasible, especially on job sites.

The silver lining lies in the ubiquity and user-friendly nature of personal communication technologies. They enable real-time interaction, fostering a more engaging and relationship-enhancing experience.

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

At SealBoss, we harness the power of Web-Based Communication Apps to maintain effective communication with our business partners, deliver prompt product support, and conduct Virtual Online Training Classes for our clients, both locally and internationally.

Many of these platforms are free and easily downloadable on smartphones and computers, enabling immediate and live exchange of voice, pictures, and videos. Thus, making complex discussions and trainings significantly more accessible and comprehensive.

  • Common chat and messaging apps include Whatspp, Signal, Telegram, Facetime and more
  • Virtual online training is an interactive, instructor-led training using a web-based classroom platform such as Skype, Zoom, Google Duo, and more

Concise video clips can be instantly created and either streamed live or sent directly to your email. These videos offer a clearer understanding of product functionalities and related terminology, enhancing your user experience and proficiency.

Example: Injection Tube

You may want to have a look at our media focused webpages.

Further, you will find short and informative video clips for our products, pumps, and related accessories throughout this website. Even small items such as injection packers, couplers and fittings are covered. 

If you have any questions on how to communicate with us using communication apps, or are interested in virtual training or support, please contact our team of qualified SealBoss representatives. Call us at 714-662-4445.

Private Road Repair Using SealBoss 6060 QuickFix

On The Job

Private Road Repair | SealBoss 6060 QuickFix Fast Setting Polyurethane

SealBoss Technical Rep On the Road

Roads can crack and settle over time from a multitude of environmental factors.

If your street is a private road, the city is not responsible for the repair or maintenance and that responsibility falls on the residents of that private development.

Having a quick and efficient way to do these repairs when they come up is key, while still being able to respect the resident’s privacy with minimal disruptions.

SealBoss 6060 Spall & Crack Repair QuickFix is a self-leveling repair material to which sand can be added for strength, anti skid properties and aesthetics.

SeaBoss 6060 takes only about five minutes to fully cure at ambient room temperature. The product cures in temperatures down to -20 degrees Fahrenheit. Lower temperatures will increase cure times.

To prep surface cracks for the repair a V-notch blade should be used to chase the cracks and then thoroughly cleaned out of small rocks and any other debris and organic matter. For best results the cracks must be dry — if moisture is present a propane torch may be used to dry the area.

Once crack is prepped and the material is conditioned, you can begin applying SealBoss 6060 QuickFix to the crack. After about a minute you can then broadcast sand into the curing material.

Doing this allows for a non-slip surface as well as a salt and pepper finish to help blend the repair.

SealBoss 6060 QuickFix is available in 22oz cartridges (see pictures below) as well as in bulk in pails, drums and totes.  The SealBoss Road Repair System is shown here to repair concrete road cracks. 

The SealBoss JointMaster 2 G3i Joint Fill Pump (see picture below in the background) is the recommended equipment for larger applications and potholes and repairs of blacktop / asphalt / bitumen finished roads.

Private Road Repair – Lincoln, Nebraska

ROAD REPAIR SEALBOSS 6060 QUICKFIX
Prep Work
ROAD REPAIR SEALBOSS 6060 QUICKFIX 2
Pre-Conditioned Cartridges
ROAD REPAIR SEALBOSS 6060 QUICKFIX Cartridge
Concrete Crack Mending Made Easy

 “We Provide Field Service When You Need It!

We have been offering experienced and responsive technical support since 1988. While providing on-site support and training, I create a positive learning environment focusing on building applicator confidence allowing for successful repairs to be continued after the training.  From training new companies and their employees, SealBoss has continued to provide support to our clients for over 32 years.

On-site training consists of an overview of products, the equipment and it’s features. This is followed by hands on training with actual dispensing of material on the job site until the applicator has gotten confident with the application techniques and nuances of the material used. Finally we focus on the correct cleaning procedure of the equipment.

I won’t leave a jobsite till I know everyone is comfortable with the systems and can reteach the next person in line.

With a knowledgeable technical support team, we are here to help with any questions you may have”

Chris Coderre
Regional Sales Manager
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