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Couvrette Park – Aquatic Facilities and Chalet Construction

Quebec, Canada

The City of Laval is revitalizing Couvrette Park to enhance recreational offerings and strengthen community infrastructure. The redevelopment plan includes the construction of a multifunctional chalet for all four seasons and modern aquatic facilities, creating a contemporary and accessible space for residents.

Project Sheet
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Aquatic environments pose significant durability challenges due to constant exposure to water, chlorides, and treatment chemicals. Addressing these challenges during construction was critical to ensuring long-term performance and minimizing maintenance.

To meet these demands, the project team selected Xypex Admix C-500, and Xypex Megamix I as part of the concrete protection strategy. Xypex Admix C-500 was incorporated directly into the concrete mix for both the poured pool walls and the ground slab, providing integral crystalline waterproofing.

Xypex Megamix I provided a dense, durable resurfacing layer with integral protection against water ingress, chloride penetration, and chemical attack. At the same time, Xypex Xycrylic Admix enhances the bonding strength, flexibility, and durability of cementitious applications, allowing coatings and repairs to withstand movement and environmental stress.

By integrating these solutions into the construction process, the project will reduce future repair needs, lower maintenance costs, and extend service life. This approach safeguards the City’s investment while supporting sustainability by reducing waste and conserving resources over the facility’s lifespan.

Overview

Market Segment

General Construction

Owner

City of Laval (Ville de Laval)

General Contractor

Soucy Aquatik – Quebec

Engineer

Étienne Vallée

Location

Quebec, Canada

PRODUCTS USED
Admix C-500
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Incorporated during batching, add waterproofing and durability to the concrete, with formulations available for a diverse range of mix designs for above-ground and underground structures.

Megamix I
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A repairing mortar specifically for the waterproofing and resurfacing of deteriorated concrete surfaces.

Xycrylic
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Water-based, high solids, polymer dispersion specifically designed for fortifying Portland cement compositions. This liquid is milky-white in color and improves curing qualities, enhances bond, imparts excellent water and weather resistance, and reduces shrinkage cracking.