Tunnels
Xypex Meets the Challenge Deep Below the Surface
Whether transporting people through subways and tubes, moving vast amounts of stormwater or carrying electrical lines and switches, tunnels play a significant role in the modern world. Underground and often under bodies of water, tunnels can be seriously compromised by extreme hydrostatic pressure and water ingress.
There are all types of tunnels, and Xypex is universally recognized for waterproofing, protection and repair of these critical infrastructure components. For new construction or rehabilitation of existing tunnels, Xypex has a record of success based on thousands of applications in tunnels across the globe.
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Dubai Metro
The Dubai Metro Red and Green Lines form a major part of Dubai’s urban transportation network, incorporating both elevated and underground infrastructure.
Tunnel 45
Located next to the Mediterranean, the tunnel faced several challenges due to chemicals in the water and extreme hydrostatic pressure. Tunnel 45 was constructed using Xypex Admix C-1000 NF, which was added to the concrete mix at the time of batching, speeding up the construction schedule.
The Čebrať Tunnel
The Čebrať Tunnel is an important part of Slovakia’s D1 motorway, the main transport route connecting the eastern and western regions of the country. Located near the town of Ružomberok, the tunnel stretches 2,026 meters.
Raba Pedestrian Tunnel
The construction of the new Raba pedestrian tunnel was a vital infrastructure project designed to connect Ehitajate tee and Rääma streets in Estonia’s prominent spa town, Pärnu. The project faced significant hydrogeological challenges due to its immediate proximity to the Pärnu River, where the water table is consistently high.
Pereira-Manizales Highway Tunnel
The Pereira-Manizales Highway Tunnel was constructed as part of a road complex near Pereira, Colombia, connecting the municipalities of Dosquebradas and Santa Rosa de Cabal.
