In recent decades, climate change has been one of the greatest global concerns, affecting multiple aspects of life worldwide. One of the most visible and worrying consequences of this phenomenon is the increase in the frequency and intensity of floods. Floods not only represent an immediate danger to human life, but also have devastating effects on infrastructure, the economy and the environment. Entire cities and communities are threatened, especially those located in low-lying areas or near bodies of water. In addition, the response capacity of many communities is overwhelmed, resulting in significant damage and loss of life. To address this growing problem, it is essential to develop low-cost solutions that can be implemented quickly and effectively. In this context, the team at Not Entry Water (NEW), a startup born in the Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT), has developed a system for sealing gaps in facades, which is easy to install, low-cost and high-performance.
The proposed technology for sealing gaps in buildings, consists in a frame with a sealing device that ensures the total watertightness of the structure. This system is removable and can be installed directly on facades in a few minutes, without the need for any pre-installation.
Benefits:
- The use of the system allows for high levels of tightness to be achieved, offering effective sealing of gaps.
- The proposed system is low cost, making it more accessible to users.
- The prototype developed is quick and easy to install, simplifying its handling.
- As it does not require any type of pre-installation, the use of this system has no impact on the facade, not affecting its aesthetics once dismantled.
The NEW team is looking to establish strategic connections with potential collaborators who can help optimize the design of the prototype presented. The team is also looking to get in touch with potential end users of the developed technology.
Institution: Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena
TRL: 6
Contact: Carlos G. Gredilla / tech@viromii.com
