Our process takes single-use plastics and turns it into two waterproof substances which are found to be usable on concrete, brick, stone and wood, that we have proven so far. When applied to metal, one substance provides a waterproof protective coating, helping to prevent corrosion.
After extensive tests by scientists at both Brighton and Warwick Universities, we have confirmed we have safe and very useful products which have immediate waterproof qualities, showing good UV stability and fire-retardant properties.
These products are created using an energy efficient manufacturing process. We will continue the research and test our substances on geopolymer cement and rebar to see how this can potentially help stop corrosion and prolong concrete structures.
We are currently in talks with the University of Brighton for their PhD students to conduct further research using our products in conjunction with their geopolymer cements. Tests show the substance, once applied as a coating, will potentially last for decades. It is tough and gives a second life to the already manufactured plastic, thus making a single-use product into a long-term waterproofing system.
We have discovered our substance can be mixed with many other existing products as an additive, therefore, improving potentially thousands of products worldwide, including paints, greases and many waterproofing products, enabling manufacturers to replace their current chemicals and polymers with our recycled plastic products.
Early tests indicate the product is effective in waterproofing circuit boards. Our continued research has the potential to identify multitudes of further uses.
Many ecologically sound products are available across the construction industry, but currently there is no ecologically friendly waterproofing system available. Our initial dream was to replace the chemicals on a flat roof with an eco-friendly alternative.
However, our product grew way beyond our dreams, when we realised we can potentially remove waste single-use plastic from the oceans and landfills and use that to create waterproofing products that are usable for so much more than flat roofs.
'We are producing over 380 million tons of plastic every year and some reports indicate that up to 50% of that is for single-use purposes – utilised for just a few moments, but on the planet for at least several hundred years. It's estimated that more than 10 million tons of plastic is dumped into our oceans every year. Packaging is the largest end-use market segment accounting for just over 40% of total plastic usage.' (Plastic Pollution Facts | PlasticOceans.org/the-facts)
Less than 9% of plastic is recycled. Therefore, our solution addresses more than one problem, making it an invaluable asset to the planet, which is sadly needed more than ever in view of the increasing rainfall.
We will increase the longevity of the substrates to which they are applied and use the vast amounts of plastic waste that would otherwise end up in the ocean, landfill and water supplies, potentially even harnessing that which already been dumped. In future, with further research, we know these products will become integral to the building industry.
If you have any questions regarding our services, please get in touch with a member of our team so we can talk.