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

MAPEBAND FLEXROLL

Tape for the flexible waterproofing of expansion joint and cracks. TECHNICAL DATA: Material: TPE. Tensile strength (N/mm²): > 6 MPa. Elongation at failure: > 400%. Tear strength: > 600 N/cm. Shore A…

Tape for the flexible waterproofing of expansion joint and cracks. TECHNICAL…

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…

Closed cell polyethylene foam cord for the correct sizing of movement joints. Is available in skeins where the length is proportionate to the diameter. Applications: Placing at the base of the joints…

Closed cell polyethylene foam cord for the correct sizing of movement joints.…

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:…

Alkali-resistant glass fibre mesh (in compliance with the ETAG 004 guide) for…

MAPESIL AC

Solvent-free, acetic-cross-linking mildew-resistant silicone sealant, available in 26 colour and transparent. Applications: Interior, exterior, ceramic tile floor and wall sealing of expansion joints…

Solvent-free, acetic-cross-linking mildew-resistant silicone sealant, available…

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…

Non-woven polypropylene fabric (weight 50 g/m²) for reinforcing waterproof…

PRIMER G

Synthetic resin based primer in water dispersion. Applications: Treating gypsum or anhydrite surfaces prior to installing ceramic tiles and stone material with cementitious adhesives or levelling.…

Synthetic resin based primer in water dispersion. Applications: Treating gypsum…