Project Sahligut Learning Swimming Pool, Biel


Yard	The Sahligut learning swimming hall was completely renovated. The overall renovation included a new chrome steel swimming pool and a new glass façade, the complete replacement of the pool water technology and the redesign of the cloakroom area.
Location	Biel, Switzerland
Subcategory	Aquatic Centre
Application	The teaching pool at the Sahligut school was built between 1967 and 1968. After 50 years of operation, a comprehensive renovation was urgently needed.
Start and finish date	2021/2022
Application Type	Floor/wall covering
Architects	Leimer Tschanz Architekten AG, Viaduktstr. 33, 2501 Biel Natalie Wyss Architektin
Specialists involved	Stadt Biel/Bienne Tobias Grimm Architekt und Projektleiter
MAPEI Coordination	Pirmin Nünlist

MAPECOAT I 24

Epoxy paint for acid-resistant coating of concrete surfaces. Mapecoat I 24 may be used for concrete floors, storage tanks and flumes which come into contact with aggressive chemicals, such as acids,…

Epoxy paint for acid-resistant coating of concrete surfaces. Mapecoat I 24 may…

MAPEFINISH

Two-component cementitious mortar for finishing concrete surfaces. Mapefinish is used to level small imperfections of poured concrete and to smooth surfaces after repairs. Mapefinish is suitable for…

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MAPEGUARD WP 200

Alkali-resistant waterproofing and anti-fracture membrane for internal use; suitable for overlaying with ceramic and natural stone floor tiles. TECHNICAL DATA: Material: product made up of three…

Alkali-resistant waterproofing and anti-fracture membrane for internal use;…

MAPELASTIC TURBO

Two-component rapid-drying elastic cementitious mortar for waterproofing terraces and balconies, including at low temperatures and on substrates not completely dry. TECHNICAL DATA: Consistency of…

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MAPENET 150

Alkali-resistant glass fibre mesh (in compliance with the ETAG 004 guide) for reinforcing protective waterproofing layers, anti-fracture membranes and thermal insulation systems. TECHNICAL DATA:…

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MAPESIL AC

Pure, mould-resistant, acetic silicone sealant with BioBlock ® technology for movements up to 25%. TECHNICAL DATA: Movement in service: 25%. Modulus of elasticity at 100% elongation: 0.35 N/mm².…

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MAPETEX 50

Non-woven polypropylene fabric (weight 50 g/m²) for reinforcing waterproof membranes. TECHNICAL DATA: Appearance: black non-woven fabric. Weight: 50 g/m². Tensile strength: – 70 N (lengthways); – 60…

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PLANITOP FAST 330

Quick-setting, fibre-reinforced cementitious levelling mortar for internal and external floors and walls, applied in layers from 3 to 30 mm to even out irregularities. TECHNICAL DATA: Where to use:…

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PRIMER G

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