MSI Process for Waterstops

Waterstop has a singular purpose: To prevent the passage of fluids across and along concrete joints. Waterstop does all of its work at the joint. Because concrete joints are frequently open and subject to hydrostatic loads, waterstop has the most critical role in fluid-proofing a concrete structure. A pinhole or imperfection in a vapor barrier will have little to no noticeable effect. Still, even the slightest defect in the waterstop product or its installation can be truly catastrophic to the fluid-tight integrity of the building envelope. For this reason, a great deal of care must go into what I call the MSI Process: Manufacturing, Selection, and Installation.

Waterstop MSI Process

1. Waterstop MANUFACTURING, history, and types of products commercially available. The manufactured waterstop must be of the highest quality from a manufacturer offering specification, detailing, and installation assistance.
2. Waterstop product SELECTION is the second most important consideration. Profiles are available for myriad applications and conditions. The designer must choose correctly, preferably with manufacturer consultation.
3. Waterstop INSTALLATION. Most waterstop failures occur because the material incorrectly installed.

Electrovert Waterstop — A Blast from the Past

Electrovert Waterstop product literature circa 1961

The Little Book of Waterstop Version 2.0

My book, The Little Book of Waterstop Version 2.0 is available for free download here.

The Little Book of Waterstop version 2.0 is the definitive source of waterstop information, including manufacturing, selection, and installation.

Keyed Waterstop Joints with Keycup and MSB Form

by David R. Poole CSI, ACI

Keycup™ is a multi-function, reusable concrete accessory that securely holds waterstop in place while simultaneously creating a keyed construction joint. Typical applications include:

- Slab on grade
- Wall joints
- Lumber replacement
- Labor saver

MSB Form is an adjustable formwork solution for the concrete construction industry, designed to be compact, lightweight, and strong for all conditions and applications - commercial, industrial, residential, and civil.

When used in conjunction with one another, Keycup and MSB Form are the ultimate labor-saver for keyed concrete slab joints.

Waterstop with NSF 61 and NSF 372 Certification

J P Specialties, Inc., the manufacturer of Earth Shield® Waterstop, is proud to announce that our PVC waterstops are certified to NSF/ANSI 372 and conforms with the lead content requirements for “lead-free” plumbing as defined by California, Vermont, Maryland, and Louisiana state laws and the U.S. Safe Drinking Water Act.

Additional certifications include:

• NSF 61 — Safe for drinking water
• CA Prop 65 — carcinogen-free
• CRD C-572 — Corps of Engineers specification for waterstop

Qualified technical assistance is available during any phase of your construction project.

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Waterstop Keyway Former — How to Form a Keyed Construction Joint with Waterstop

Four easy steps to form a keyed joint with embedded waterstop.

Keycup™ is a multi-function, reusable concrete accessory that is used to securely hold waterstop in place while simultaneously creating a keyed construction joint. Typical applications include:

• Slab on grade
• Wall joints
• Lumber replacement
• Labor saver

Keycup1 part number 2" x 120" waterstop keycup
Keycup2 part number 3" x 120" waterstop keycup

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Concrete Contractors — Save Time and Money with the ST-10® Waterstop Splicing Table

The ST-10® Waterstop Splicing Table by J P Specialties, Inc.

The ST-10® was designed and patented by J P Specialties as the perfect solution for producing high-tensile strength, leakproof welds on thermoplastic waterstops such as PVC, HDPE, LDPE, TPER, and TPV. New quality assurance standards in today’s waterstop specifications mandate tensile testing across field welded joints, usually requiring tensile strength 80% or better of the parent material. Waterstops welded with the ST-10® assure the Contractor that their workmanship will yield results conducive to these rigorous requirements. The ST-10® is also an extreme labor saver, taking a two-man job — welding waterstop — and taking it down to just one man.

• Easy to use
• Aligns the waterstop
• Portable, lightweight
• Weather resistant
• Minimizes fumes (maximizes safety)
• High tensile welds
• Welds under pressure, eliminating air bubbles

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Integrated Expansion Board Cap Waterstop

Integrated expansion board cap waterstop systems are designed to replace post-applied joint sealant, and provide a fluid-tight internal seal like a traditional waterstop with a one-step, integrated unit. Install Earth Shield® expansion board cap waterstop on top of conventional expansion board filler or Earth Shield’s chemical resistant, plastic expansion board. The expansion board acts as the form; therefore, no form splitting is necessary, significantly accelerating the project schedule and provides a long-lasting, attractive finished concrete joint. Earth Shield® screed key cap slides over the top of the metal screed key, eliminating the need for sealant. Like all our thermoplastic vulcanizate waterstops, Earth Shield® integrated cap system waterstop can be heat-welded using a standard waterstop splicing iron allowing for easy field fabrications and allows the waterstop to function as a continuous, homogeneous, fluid-tight diaphragm. Waterstop directional changes are available along with straight roll stock. Custom, fit-to-print waterstop modules are produced to order. Prefabricated ells, tees, tank pads, column fittings, and many others are in stock and ready to ship.

Introducing Type NB190® Hydrophilic Waterstop Paste

Type NB190® Hydrophilic Waterstop Paste

Designed for use as a waterstop in new and retrofit concrete cold joint construction. May also be used as an adhesive for Type NB190® Hydrophilic Waterstop.

Properties

• NB190® Hydrophilic Waterstop Paste is a moisture curing, hydrophilic, elastomeric sealant.
• Exhibits flexible, resilient rubber that adheres to a wide variety of substrates. 
• Over 100% hydrophilic expansion in 48 hours.
• 250% hydrophilic expansion in 30 days.
• Solvent free, 100% solids, will not shrink.
• Tack free skin is formed in 60 minutes (@ 75°F / 23°C)
• Typical cure takes place in 24 hours.
• Available in 10.5-ounce cartridges.
• Shelf Life: 12 months when stored at temperature not exceeding 80°F
• Color: Red

Typical Uses

• Concrete cold joints.
• Expanded metal forms.
• Pipe or circular penetrations.
• Crack and joint repair.
• Sheet pile interlocks.
• Precast segment sealant.