1. Introduction
Nuclear power plants require waterproofing with extreme durability (design life 50–100 years) and resistance to radiation, chemical leaks, and thermal shock. Redundancy is often built in with multiple systems layered together.
2. Exposures
- Radiation shielding areas.
- Containment basins & cooling tanks.
- Chemical spill resistance.
- Long design service life.
3. Recommended Technologies
- HDPE Fully Bonded Membranes → containment slabs, critical structures.
- Polyurea / Hybrid PU → secondary protection, chemical zones.
- Epoxy / Epoxy-Polyurethane (EPU) → tank linings, resistant to acids/alkalis.
4. Mapping Table
Exposure | Best Technology | Notes | Read More |
Containment waterproofing | HDPE | Long-term reliability | |
Nuclear Resistant Coating | Specialized Epoxy Coatings | Nuclear Exposure 100MRads and 500 MRads Resistant | |
Chemical resistance | Polyurea | Strong chemical tolerance | |
Redundancy | Multiple systems combined | Critical structures require dual systems |
Disclaimer
SpecX is an industry initiative & a neutral resource, compiled from industry references and best practices. It is not brand-specific. Always cross-check with project requirements and local codes before finalizing specifications.