NEWTON WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS
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KENT TN9 1RH
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Newton Waterproofing Systems is the UK’s leading independent manufacturer and distributor of waterproofing solutions for new and existing structures.
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NSBC Membrane Recycling Service
In partnership with our Newton Specialist Basement Contractor (NSBC) network, Newton is proud to operate our multi-award winning NSBC Membrane Recycling Service, the first and only scheme of its kind in the Structural Waterproofing Industry. The Service is a tailor made “back to base” membrane recycling facility, whereby Newton and their NSBCs actively recycle off-cuts of virgin and recycled HDPE from commercial and domestic construction sites throughout the UK.
Newton School of Waterproofing
Newton believe that your professional development is an ongoing process, and as the leading independent UK supplier of waterproofing systems, we are here to help you take the next step. With a range of training courses available, Newton can help develop your knowledge and skills of waterproofing practices at our state-of-the-art training facility with our in-house technical experts.
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Waterproofing Products - A COMPLETE RANGE OF DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL WATERPROOFING PRODUCTS FROM NEWTON
Our advanced range of waterproofing materials allows the design and installation of effective and robust Type A, B & C waterproofing systems. From small domestic projects through to the largest residential developments, commercial buildings and civil projects, the Newton name is synonymous with superior technical design, superior materials and expert installation.
Liquid Waterproofing Membranes
A comprehensive portfolio of liquid applied waterproof membranes for all substrates and all applications, ranging from very flexible liquid rubber products through to hard wearing and resilient cementitious membranes. Suitable for waterproofing retained structures and both covered and uncovered decks.
Mortars and Plasters
A range of cement-based mortars suitable for where a high depth of repair or levelling to concrete is required, as well as compatible plasters for use with Newton’s range of meshed waterproofing and damp proofing membranes.
Gas Protection
Our advanced range of gas protection materials allows the design and installation of effective and robust Type A, B & C waterproofing systems. From small domestic projects through to the largest residential developments, commercial buildings and civil projects, the Newton name is synonymous with superior technical design, superior materials and expert installation.
Concrete Joint and Leak Sealing
Our innovative range of products can be used to waterproof joints in concrete and provide a Type B waterproofing structure that acts as the primary form of resistance to water ingress. This includes all below-ground structures, including tunnels, basements, water tanks, and podium decks. Concrete injection resins are also an effective method of leak sealing in a wide range of scenarios. From creating Type B waterproof structures using injection hoses to repairing leaks and cracks in existing concrete structures.
External Waterproofing and Drainage Membranes
External waterproofing membranes are a range of liquid-applied and sheet membranes that can either be post- or pre-applied to the exterior surface of a below-ground or earth-retaining structure. The membranes are categorised as a ‘Type A’ form of waterproofing as per British Standard 8102:2022, which are designed to resist hydrostatic pressure and prevent water passing through the structure and penetrating the internal environment.
Cavity Drain Waterproofing
The Newton Cavity Drain Membrane (CDM) System is a maintainable basement waterproofing solution, certified to BES 6001 by BRE Global, ideal for new-build basements and refurbishment projects.
Sheet Flooring Membranes
A range of HDPE and HDPP sheet flooring membranes which provide a damp proof solution for commercial and domestic floors. The membranes protect the floor finish by ‘decoupling’ it from the substrate, preventing damage as a result of movement and/or cracking. Both Newton’s HDPE and HDPP waterproofing membranes provide excellent protection against water and water vapour; isolating internal flooring from dampness below, as well as contaminants such as alkalies, hydrocarbons, saline solutions and organic acids.
Liquid Applied Floor Coatings:
A range of liquid applied protective and decorative internal flooring products. These coatings are fast curing, available in a variety of colours, and are typically used for the refurbishment and protection of commercial and domestic floors.
Damp Proofing Products
A range of BBA approved damp proof membranes, coatings and ancillaries which are quick and clean to install and offer a permanent solution for damp proofing above-ground walls. Newton supplies a selection of damp proofing membranes for above ground applications. These membranes isolate the new internal surfaces from any dampness within the wall, ensuring that it will never be affected by moisture or salts.
Primers, Preparation & Reinforcement
A choice of liquid-applied primers, reinforcement tapes and preparation products for substrates and construction joints in order to make them ready prior to the application of Newton’s liquid waterproofing membranes.
Basement Pumping Systems & Ancillaries
Extensive range of submersible pumps and pumping ancillaries for the control of clean ground water, grey water, effluent or sewage in basements.
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Waterproofing Systems
Our advanced range of waterproofing materials allows the design and installation of effective and robust Type A, B & C waterproofing systems. From small domestic projects through to the largest residential developments, commercial buildings and civil projects, the Newton name is synonymous with superior technical design, superior materials and expert installation.
Newton HydroBond System - EXTERNAL TYPE A WATERPROOFING
The Newton HydroBond System is a high-performance, Type A waterproofing system designed to be applied to the outside of the structure. This system can be either pre-applied below the concrete raft/slab and wall building line, or post-applied where conventional formwork is removed to expose the outside of the basement walls.
Newton HydroSeal System - INTERNAL TYPE A WATERPROOFING
The Newton HydroSeal System is an internal Type A waterproofing solution for projects that requires an internally applied membrane to resist water ingress.
Newton HydroTank System - INTEGRAL TYPE B WATERPROOFING
The Newton HydroTank System is an integral Type B waterproofing solution for projects that require the below-ground structure itself to be integrally waterproof and to act as the primary resistance to water ingress.
Newton CDM System - CAVITY DRAIN MEMBRANE TYPE C WATERPROOFING
This maintainable basement waterproofing solution is ideal for both new-build basements and refurbishment projects. The system comprises of BBA approved cavity drain membranes, drainage conduits, sump chambers, pumps, and associated control and telemetry systems.
Newtonite System - THE SOLUTION FOR DAMP PROOFING
The Newtonite System can provide an effective solution for rising, penetrating or hygroscopic damp in above-ground structures. Regardless of the scenario, the correct combination and application of products within the Newtonite System will provide a comprehensive solution.
Newton DampSafe System - PROTECTING INTERNAL WALLS AND FLOORS FROM DAMP
The Newton DampSafe System comprises of a range of different damp proofing products that can combat damp and protect your internal spaces from unwanted moisture in a number of different ways, including:
- Isolating internal floors from moisture
- Protecting structural elements of your building from damp in the ground
- Preventing the occurence of damp as a result of internal condensation
- Protecting porous external walls from penetrating damp
Newton LeakInject System - INJECTION RESINS & STRUCTURAL REPAIRS
The Newton LeakInject System is designed to seal and repair cracks and holes in walls, floors, joints, foundations and concrete construction that suffer from water infiltration. Cracks and holes in structures are typically caused by stresses imposed from the ground surrounding them, as a result of loading, expansion, ground movement or shrinkage.
Newton FlexProof System - FLEXIBLE CONSTRUCTION JOINT WATERPROOFING SYSTEM
The FlexProof System is a specialist solution, comprising of products that have been designed and recommended together in order to deliver a robust and effective seal to both static and non-static construction joints. This includes an advanced liquid polymer membrane, a primer for porous surfaces, a movement joint profile, and a foam backing rod.
Newton NewCoat System - HARD WEARING WATERPROOF COATING FOR INTERNAL FLOORS
The Newton NewCoat System is a specific solution, comprising of three specialist products, which delivers a hard-wearing and waterproof coating for internal flooring applications. The products involved include a damp-tolerable pre-primer for porous surfaces, a damp-tolerable epoxy DPM, and a high-build epoxy floor coating.
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Further Technical information including PDFs, Videos, BIM files and Images are available to download from the BPi Library or from the manufacturer’s own website
Newton Plants 697 Trees Through Tree Planting Partnership
Written by Warren Muschialli
We are over the moon to have contributed to the planting an amazing 697 trees as part of Tsurumi’s Tree Planting Project!
The fantastic initiative from the Japanese pump manufacturer plants a tree for every Tsurumi Pump sold in 2024. Overall, the project aims to plant 10,000 trees both in the UK and overseas during 2024, helping to protect the planet and also remove over 5.5 tonnes of CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) from the atmosphere over time.
To put this into context, it is the equivalent of saving 8.2 million kilowatt-hours of electricity, which is roughly the amount used by 750 homes in an entire year!
Protecting our Planet
Trees are one of nature’s greatest weapons in combating climate change as they absorb greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide (CO2) into their trunks, branches, and leaves, before releasing clean and breathable oxygen back into our atmosphere.
Trees also play a vital role in preventing flooding, reducing localised temperature changes, and providing essential habitats for wildlife. As a result, they are crucial for safeguarding the planet’s ecosystems.
Carma & Green Task Force
To ensure that no-one is just using the scheme as way of ‘green washing’, Tsurumi have partnered with the B-Corp certified environmental company Carma, who will plant the trees.
Furthermore, Tsurumi’s trees will also aid in the rehabilitation and support of armed forces veterans, as well as combating climate change. This is thanks to the Green Task Force, a charity founded to take action against global warming while also creating meaningful reemployment opportunities for our veterans, and who plant trees for Carma.
So far, Green Task Force has planted an amazing 3 million trees, providing nature-based therapy to veterans in order to have a positive impact on their overall mental health.
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Newton Waterproofing Recycling Service
We are thrilled to have contributed to another project which aligns with our sustainability initiatives.
These initiatives include our Recycling Service, a closed-loop recycling scheme between Newton and our Specialist Contractors. The services collect off-cuts of HDPE waterproofing membrane, as well as plastic tubs and metal containers, for reprocessing, recycling and reuse within the construction industry. Once the waste has been collected, it is shredded into small chips, which are later used to make new construction materials.
Thanks to our specialist contractors and our Recycling Service, since 2017 we have been able to:
Recycle 24.75 tonnes of plastic
Avoid 28.44 tonnes of CO2 emissions from being released
Collect over 1,100 bags of recycling
By actively supporting Tsurumi’s Tree Planting Project, and successfully recycling waste construction materials, we hope to play our small part in creating a safer, healthier, planet for the future, creating a healthier ecosystem that will benefit the world for years to come.
As of November 2024, the project is heading steadily towards its target, with 8,600+ trees planted across England, Madagascar, Mozambique, and Kenya.
We are looking forward to seeing how the project continues to progress, and we thank Tsurumi for the opportunity to continue to contribute to their fantastic new initiative!
EPDs in Waterproofing: Newton’s Commitment to Sustainable Construction
Written by Warren Muschialli
In an era where sustainability is at the forefront of construction industry concerns, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) have emerged as crucial tools for architects, specifiers, and builders. These standardised documents provide transparent, verified sustainability information about the environmental impact of their products.
Specifically, EPDs outline the environmental impact of construction products throughout their life cycle, from extraction of raw materials to end of life, enabling strategic decisions that support sustainable practices.
For Newton Waterproofing, a leader in innovative waterproofing solutions, our EPDs represent a commitment to sustainable practices and a response to growing market demands for eco-friendly construction materials.
Understanding Environmental Product Declarations
Environmental Product Declarations are comprehensive background reports that detail the environmental impact of a product throughout its life cycle, including its ecological impact.
From raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal, EPDs offer a holistic view of a products ecological footprint. These declarations are based on Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) and adhere to international standards, ensuring consistency and comparability across different products and manufacturers.
Key components of an EPD include:
Product description and specifications
Details of the manufacturing process
Life Cycle Assessment results
Resource use and emissions data
Potential environmental impacts
The Importance of EPDs in Sustainable Construction
EPDs play a vital role in promoting sustainable construction practices by:
Providing Transparency: EPDs offer verified environmental information, allowing architects and specifiers to make informed decisions about the products they choose.
Facilitating Comparisons: Standardised formatting enables easy comparison between similar products, helping professionals select the most suitable option.
Supporting Green Building Certifications: Many environmental assessment methods, such as BREEAM and LEED, recognise EPDs as a means of earning credits towards overall sustainability scores.
Driving Innovation: As manufacturers strive to improve their environmental performance, EPDs encourage continuous product development and innovation.
Meeting Market Demands: With increasing focus on sustainability, EPDs help manufacturers meet the growing demand for environmentally responsible products.
Newton Waterproofing’s EPD Journey
Newton has always been at the forefront of sustainable waterproofing solutions, and our commitment to environmental responsibility is reflected in our expanding range of EPD certificates. Our journey began with EPDs for three products, including the closed-cell Fibran XPS 500-C insulation, a key component of the Newton CDM cavity drain waterproofing system.
However, in response to the growing importance of EPDs in construction, we have recently acquired two additional EPDs for our high-performance, pre-applied external Type A waterproofing membranes:
HydroBond 402: A pre-applied, fully bonded sheet membrane for external waterproofing of below-ground structures.
HydroBond 403: A pre-applied, fully bonded and self-healing sheet membrane and radon barrier, with exceptional waterproofing capabilities.
These new EPDs demonstrate our continued commitment to transparency and environmental responsibility across our product range. Furthermore, both our Type A external HydroBond System and Type C cavity drain CDM System now possess products with full EPD certification.
Why are EPDs important for waterproofing products?
EPDs for waterproofing products are significant as they provide verified data on a product’s environmental impact. In turn, this allows specifiers to make informed decisions, selecting sustainable materials that contribute to green building certifications, and which meet increasing regulatory and market demands for eco-friendly construction solutions.
The EPD Process: From LCA to Verification
Creating an EPD involves several key steps:
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): This comprehensive analysis forms the foundation of an EPD, examining the product’s environmental impact from cradle to grave.
Product Category Rules (PCR): These guidelines ensure that EPDs within a specific product category are consistent and comparable.
EPD Development: Using the LCA results and following the PCR, the EPD document is created, detailing the product’s environmental performance.
Third-Party Verification: An independent verifier reviews the EPD to ensure accuracy and compliance with international standards.
Publication: Once verified, the EPD is published and made available through EPD programme operators or the manufacturer’s channels.
Environmental Impact Indicators in EPDs
In Europe, all EPDs must conform to European standard EN 15804 EPD. This ensures that these EPDs all report on the same 25 environmental impact indicators, grouped into three categories:
Environmental Impact Indicators:
Global Warming Potential (GWP): Measures all CO2 and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during a products production and use.
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP): Assesses the production of ozone-depleting gases (e.g. CFCs, HCFCs and halons) that cause damage to the ozone layer.
Acidification Potential (AP): Evaluates the product’s contribution to acidic gases such as sulphur dioxide (SO2), leading to the formation of acid rain.
Eutrophication Potential (EP): Measures the impact on water ecosystems due to certain levels of nitrates and/or phosphates in water.
Photochemical Ozone Creation Potential (POCP): Measures the release of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the low-level atmosphere, causing smog.
Abiotic Depletion Potential: Evaluates the use of scarce non-renewable resources, including scarce chemical elements (ADPE) and fossil fuels (ADPF)
The second category reports on the amount of primary energy used both within the product and during manufacturing, and whether this comes from renewable sources. The EPD also includes information on the use of recycled materials, and the amount of recovered material, fuel or energy produced at end of life.
The third and final category covers the output and waste from the product. This includes whether materials can be recycled, and if electrical or thermal energy is generated and supplied to the net. Hazardous and non-hazardous waste is also declared.
Without providing this standardised list of environmental indicators across all EPDs, specifiers would not be able to make direct comparisons and informed decisions around the sustainability of their construction projects.
The Benefits of EPDs for Architects and Specifiers
For professionals in the construction industry, EPDs offer numerous advantages:
Informed Decision-Making: EPDs provide the data needed to select products that align with sustainability goals and project requirements.
Compliance with Green Building Standards: EPDs contribute to achieving credits in green building rating systems, supporting certification efforts.
Risk Mitigation: By choosing products with verified environmental information, architects and specifiers can reduce the risk of greenwashing claims.
Client Satisfaction: The use of products with EPDs demonstrates a commitment to sustainability, meeting the expectations of environmentally conscious clients.
Competitive Advantage: Specifying products with EPDs can set projects apart in an increasingly sustainability-focused market.
Newton’s Commitment to Sustainable Innovation
Our dedication to sustainable construction goes beyond providing EPDs. We continuously strive to innovate and improve our products’ environmental performance. This commitment is reflected in our product development, where environmental factors are considered from the outset.
Our expanding range of EPDs is just one aspect of this sustainability strategy, which includes:
Recycling initiatives for packaging and product waste
Development of products with increased recycled content
Collaboration with suppliers to invest in energy-efficient manufacturing processes and reduce the environmental impact of our supply chain
By combining innovative waterproofing solutions with a strong focus on sustainability, we aim to be the preferred supplier for environmentally responsible construction projects.
The Future of Sustainable Waterproofing
Environmental Product Declarations represent a significant step forward in the construction industry’s journey towards sustainability. By providing transparent, verified information about the environmental impact of waterproofing products, EPDs enable architects, specifiers, and builders to make informed decisions that align with their sustainability goals.
Newton’s expanding range of EPD certificates, including those for Fibran XPS 500-C in our CDM cavity drain waterproofing system, and the membranes in the HydroBond external waterproofing system, demonstrates our commitment to sustainable construction practices.
As we continue to innovate and improve our products, EPDs will remain a crucial tool in communicating our environmental performance and supporting the industry’s shift towards more sustainable building practices.
Contact Newton Waterproofing today for expert guidance on selecting environmentally responsible waterproofing solutions backed by comprehensive EPDs. Our team of specialists is prepared to provide tailored advice and products that ensure the long-term success and sustainability of your construction projects.
