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Sovereign produces its own patented Polymer grout and the characteristics of the grout materials are simply phenomenal - penetrable, flexible, adhesive, durable and tough. |
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| TECHNICAL DATA SHEET |
| Product Name |
NOH2O / SCEM66 |
| Description |
NOH2O was designed for the sealing of water with a high velocity washout rate as well as very high hydrostatic pressure. NOH2O is extremely penetrable and once coagulated, extremely flexible. Future ground movement or shocks from blasting or excavation will not result in water leaking again. Sealed single leaks with flow rates of 2600 GPM and inflows with pressures of 2500 P.S.I. |
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Hazard Identification |
| XTM2W135 |
Non Hazardous Substance/Non Dangerous Goods |
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HYDRO COLLOIDAL SOLUTION
NOH2O is injected through drilled holes into the water strata of the rock complex.
The intersected water is then pushed back away from the leak and displaced with emulsion, permanently preventing further ingress.
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USES
- Pre-Grouting
- Remedial Grouting
- Permeation Grouting
- Reactive Grouting
- Curtain Grouting
- Back wall Grouting
NOH2O has been successfully used in many different environments including the following:
- Geological features – fissures, aquifers, cracks voids
- Water inflows in deep mines (Up to 2,5 mile vertical)
- Water ingress into open cut mines
- TBM and lined tunnels
- Underground dam sealing
- Shaft sealing - ventilation shafts / raised boreholes
- Methane gas sealing
- Underground military sites, Silos and bunkers
- Basement parking garages
- Bulkhead sealing
- Underground waste depository sites.
- Retaining walls
- Joint and crack repair
- Ore passes
- Lift wells
- Reservoirs and Dams
- Pipelines
- Water Plugs
- Salt mines - briny conditions
- Hard rock, Soft rock and Sand environments
- Fresh water, Brackish water and Brine.
ADVANTAGES
- Extremely permeable – forms Hydro colloidal solution in water. Particle size less than 1 Micron – (0,6 Nanometer)
- Saves money on drilling costs due to super efficiency of grout spread.
- Viscosity: 2.5 cP (1.5 cP while grouting – miscible in water).
- Does not wash out during grouting – sealed leaks of 50 Gallon /second successfully.
- Exceptional performance under high water pressure – successfully sealed static head of 2900 P.S.I.
- Curing can be chemically controlled from as short as 2 seconds to several days.
- Chemically selective – will seal water in oil wells but not hydrocarbons / crude oil.
- Seals saline and hyper saline water effectively.
- Performs well when pre-grouting shafts declines and pilot holes - due to extreme penetrability.
- Remains flexible once solidified and will not re-leak with ground movement – (350% elasticity).
- Durable – no re-leak occurred during 40 years of grout history.
- Radiation Tolerant.
- Reaction is non - exothermic.
- Environmentally friendly – non Hazardous.
DESCRIPTION
- NOH2O grout is an Evolutive solution which is characterised by a steady increase in viscosity, as soon as the appropriate reagents are mixed.
- NOH2O grout is also a Dilatant Fluid – having shear thickening characteristics which is particularly handy to control excessive grout spread.
- The NOH2O/SCEM66 grout system forms a compound, mixed with different additives to promote flow, adhesion, and coagulation. The substance at time of injection is a liquid with Specific Gravity (SG) 0.97 with a viscosity of 1,5cP.
- NOH2O is a Non – Newtonian fluid, forming a hydro-colloidal solution in water and being miscible, will continue to disperse and travel where water travels.
- The characteristics of NOH2O grout can be altered by adding one or more of the following additives to achieve the desired results – controlling the curing times from rapid to delayed:
Acticam100 – Atical500 – InhibitorWP – StabiliserPH – StabiliserC4 – ThickenerKK
| DESIGN PROPERTIES |
| Appearance |
Grey Liquid |
| Tensile Strength @ 100% Elongation |
~1.08 MPA |
| Specific Gravity |
~0.97 |
| Elasticity |
Up to 350% |
| Viscosity |
2.5cP. |
| Particle Size |
~0.6nm. |
METHOD OF INJECTION
NOH2O is injected into a water bearing crack or fissure via a hole drilled intersecting the flow. A multi-port injector is inserted into the hole through which the NOH2O and/or additives are injected. More than one may be drilled for injection purposes. Generally, in situations where the flow velocity is moderately low, NOH2O will be sufficiently activated by agitation alone - stopping the flow. In high flow situations, chemical activation may be required.
Whereas the addition of activator results in NOH2O grout becoming unstable, followed by rapid coagulation, the addition of an inhibitor increases the stability, thereby reducing its tendency to coagulate when subjected to agitation. This enables the grout to be transported for greater distances through the formation before solidifying. The exact instruction is site specific depending on Lugeon, Water Take, and Dye connection tests and will be detailed in the site specific Safe Work Instruction (SWI)
LIMITATION
- NOH2O/SCEM66 will degrade under sunlight or severe UV exposure and is therefore not suitable for surface applications.
- Temperature sensitive – to be transported and stored above freezing.
STORAGE
- Store in a tightly closed container in a sheltered, cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
- Sovereign provides technical expertise and turnkey grouting solutions. Grouting may only be undertaken by Sovereign trained personnel or Sovereign appointed individuals - Permission will be given in writing.
- All grouting materials are tailored for specific grout designs and are site specific.
- Only Specialized grout pumps are suitable for NOH2O grouting.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
- Please refer to the TDS and MSDS (available upon request) and always read the MSDS carefully prior to use. In a medical emergency, contact any poisons information centre or doctor for advice. Dial 000 in an emergency.
PRODUCT DISCLAIMER
- This Technical Data Sheet summarizes our best knowledge of the product. Sovereign does not accept any liability either directly or indirectly for any losses suffered In connection with the use or application of the product whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or Information given by it.
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FAQs
What do Sovereign Hydroseal do?
Using its unique proprietary product NOH2O, Sovereign Hydroseal offers technical expertise, turnkey solutions, and custom-engineered applications for both large and small water ingress issues in subterranean environments.
What type of underground structures does Sovereign Hydroseal fix?
Mines, tunnels, shafts and civil construction projects like basements, carparks and metro train stations.
What is a polymer-based emulsion (PBE)?
A polymer-based emulsion is a stable dispersion of polymer particles in an aqueous medium. Essentially, it's a mixture where tiny polymer particles are suspended in water, creating a milky or cloudy liquid.
What is the difference between a PBE and a cement grout?
Polymer-based emulsion grouts use a water-activated polymer as the primary binder, providing superior flexibility, water resistance, and chemical resistance compared to cementitious grouts. Cementitious grouts are a blend of cement, water, and additives that offer strong, stable, but less flexible bonds more suitable for general construction and equipment anchoring.
How do you use NOH2O and what does it set like?
Being a liquid and pumped, NOH2O is injected at low pressure with positive displacement pumps as a low viscosity liquid and sets to a solid but flexible impermeable rubber-like plug in fissures, voids and pore space.
Is NOH2O more expensive that a cementitious grout?
Yes, on a simple per unit cost comparison, but the cost-benefit in using NOH2O comes in quick, immediate results resulting in reduced downtime and project interruptions.
Why should I use NOH2O?
Unlike cementitious grouts, NOH2O is flexible and withstands washout; it can better withstand movement and shifting, reducing cracking; NOH2O offers excellent resistance to moisture and corrosive environments; NOH2O is highly durable and can provide a long-lasting seal. NOH2O grout is designed to penetrate areas where other grouts cannot, making it effective in tight strata and challenging conditions (i.e. high flow and high pressure).
How long has NOH2O been in use?
Over 50 years, it was originally developed in South Africa in 1972.
How long does NOH2O grout last?
Proven in field more than 50 years and laboratory tested to be +125 years.
Do Sovereign Hydroseal work outside Australia?
Yes, Sovereign has completed over 400 projects worldwide in over 40 countries on 5 continents.
Is NOH2O toxic?
No, it is classified as non-hazardous, is environmentally benign, and is certified for contact with drinking water.
Does NOH2O have a lower carbon footprint than cement?
Yes, significantly lower.
Can I purchase NOH2O to use myself?
No, Sovereign Hydroseal do not allow third party use of NOH2O because each solution is site specific and engineered to solve a unique problem; one solution does not solve all problems. Grouting services are performed by Sovereign-trained personnel to ensure optimal results.
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