The Project
Project Details
Located in the regional centre of Geelong, Victoria, the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre is more than just a repository for books. Designed by renowned Melbourne firm ARM Architecture, this environmentally sustainable showcase features unique glass fibre reinforced cladding distinguished by approximately 550 panels. The facility encompasses community and children’s meeting spaces, staff offices, an internet zone, an IT training and technology hub, reading and community lounges, study areas and a café, serving as a contemporary cultural hub for the regional community.
To meet the highest performance and sustainability standards, the project focused on:
- Delivering waterproofing solutions aligned with the building’s environmentally sustainable design principles and iconic architectural vision
- Providing reliable protection for the unique external cladding system featuring 550 glass fibre reinforced panels
- Ensuring long-term durability and low-risk performance for a landmark cultural facility serving diverse community functions
Envirosystems Solution
Envirosystems was approached during development in 2014 to provide a waterproofing solution for the external cladding system at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre. The specification required preparation and application of a waterproofing membrane system aligned with the sustainable design principles behind this iconic project. EnviroPrime P2 and Enviro Flex Pro were used to meet the library’s complex requirements.
EnviroPrime P2 provided essential substrate preparation for the unique cladding system, while Enviro Flex Pro delivered high-performance elastomeric polyurethane joint sealing throughout the development. The advanced technology used to manufacture these products ensured they not only met but exceeded the specific requirements of this architectural project. EnviroPrime P2 and Enviro Flex Pro provided high-quality, low-risk waterproofing protection for this landmark cultural facility.
Products Used
Enviro Prime P2
- Very low VOC
- Bonds to most metal surfaces
- Excellent bond to a wide variety of substrates
Enviro Flex Pro
- Certified according to BS 6920-1:2000. Suitability for use in contact with water for human consumption
- Excellent adhesion
- UV stable