MAPEI is currently aiding the boring process for the construction of the micro tunnels of the Central Interceptor project in Auckland ( by supplying the foaming agent POLYFOAMER FP/CC POLYFOAMER FP/CC is used to ensure the proper lubrication at the mTBM cutterhead, thus minimizing the clogging risk for excavation tools and reducing their primary wear.
PROJECT TYPE: WASTEWATER TUNNEL SYSTEM
CLIENT: WATERCARE
CONTRACTOR: JV GHELLA – ABERGELDIE
DIAMETER: 2.1m, 2.4m
LENGTHS: 3,145 m
Link Sewer C 1,100 m
MAPEI websiteΒ π
https://www.mapei.com/it/en/products-and-solutions/products/detail/polyfoamer-fp-cc
MAPEI thanks and credits Watercare for the use of the photo.