Tashlyk Hydro Power Plant Ukraine
Movement Joint repair
Initial Situation
The Tashlyk Hydro Power Plant is part of one of Ukraine’s most important hydroelectric energy facilities. Due to continuous exposure to water pressure and structural movement, expansion joints within the hydraulic structures required rehabilitation and waterproofing to prevent water ingress and maintain the long-term integrity of the facility.
As with many hydraulic structures, the joints are subjected to constant mechanical and hydraulic stresses, making reliable waterproofing essential.
Project Challenge
Expansion joints in hydroelectric facilities must accommodate structural movement while remaining watertight under permanent water pressure. Conventional sealing systems often reach their limits when exposed to continuous movement and aggressive environmental conditions.
The challenge was to provide a durable waterproofing solution capable of permanently sealing water-bearing joints while maintaining the flexibility required for long-term performance.
ARCAN Solution
HydroBloc Rapid 570 was used to rehabilitate and waterproof the affected expansion joints. The material was selected due to its ability to stop water ingress while creating a flexible and durable seal capable of accommodating structural movement.
Its unique properties make HydroBloc Rapid 570 particularly suitable for hydraulic structures, where joints are exposed to constant water pressure and dynamic loading conditions.
Result
The expansion joints were successfully sealed and protected against further water ingress. The waterproofing system provides long-term flexibility and durability, ensuring reliable performance even under demanding hydraulic conditions.
The rehabilitation works contributed to the protection and operational reliability of the hydroelectric facility.
Special Features
Hydroelectric structures place exceptionally high demands on waterproofing systems due to constant exposure to water pressure and structural movement. The successful application of HydroBloc Rapid 570 at the Tashlyk Hydro Power Plant demonstrates the material’s suitability for critical infrastructure projects where long-term flexibility and watertightness are essential.
The project is another example of the successful use of HydroBloc Rapid 570 in demanding applications involving movement joints, underground structures, and water-retaining facilities.
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