Case Study: Burj Al Arab - Dubai - UAE

Al Gurg Fosroc was engaged by contractors Al Habtoor-Fletcher and Murray & Roberts JV to provide expert advice in the creation of solutions to meet some of the unique construction challenges in this key project

Specifically, Al Gurg Fosroc was required to work hand in hand with the contractors and other project consultants to identify the best product combinations that would provide optimal performance in difficult circumstances

The Burj Al Arab is the world's tallest hotel, constructed on a man-made island, surrounded by a seawater environment

Amongst a myriad of construction challenges, careful consideration needed to be given in the selection of concrete admixtures and products to provide comprehensive solutions in key areas such as waterproofing and pile heads

4.5 million  litres of Fosroc Conplast SP 432MS and Fosroc Conplast SP430 superplasticiser admixtures were used to meet stringent concrete specifications required for the job.

Fosroc Conbextra EP300 was specified in the concrete design to carry the wind load and dynamic on the ‘horns’ of the structure exterior

Fosroc Renderoc range of products were also used extensively to meet the specification of the host concrete

Fosroc Nitoflor Curaseal and Fosroc Nitoseal FC100 were used all over for coating and curing of structural concrete

Fosroc Nitocote EP405 was used to protect the external water tank of the Hotel

The Burj Al Arab is one of the most important landmarks in Dubai and in the UAE.

Considering the harsh climate conditions and the standards set for achieving high quality concrete, the admixtures used not only met the customer’s expectations but exceeded them. As well as meeting strength requirements they provided a total solution on permeability and water absorption requirements resulting in expanding life expectancy to the structure