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llustration Drop Test

This droplet penetration test shows that water-repellent silicone fluid emulsions from WACKER reliably protect mineral wool from moisture. Thanks to its low viscosity, the new SILRES® BS 5137 can be processed very efficiently.

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llustration EIFS

Modern EIFS for building insulation consist of a multi-layered material composite. But only the addition of a dispersible polymer powder creates a firm bond to the insulating material and thus a permanently stable insulation system.

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Gotthard Tunnel - Renovating

Renovating the Gotthard tunnel: specialists used compressed air to apply the silane impregnating agent.

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Gotthard Tunnel - Completely closed

Completely closed to traffic: to provide protection against moisture and salt ingress, the ceiling of the Gotthard tunnel was impregnated in late September with a specialty silane cream made by WACKER, the Munich-based chemical group.

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Gotthard Tunnel - Ceiling

A race against the clock: in late September, the ceiling of the Gotthard tunnel was impregnated with SILRES® BS Creme C from WACKER. The treatment affords the tunnel lasting protection against moisture and salt.

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