Underwater bagwork utilises SoluForm’s patented biodegradable liners and enable dry mix concrete to be placed below water, with the use of steelwork, in a clean and environmentally acceptable manner. Alternatively, our water soluble above water bagwork can be useful for dry or out-of-water bagwork applications, or for schemes where either the environmental risk isn’t there, or the risk can be managed. In the absence of surrounding water, above water bagwork is hydrated by either pre-soaking or hosing in situ, dependant upon where the bagwork is placed.

The important considerations when selecting the type of concrete are Function and Design Life. The temptation is always there to put in a low strength, low durability, cheaper concrete mix but the consequence is ultimately a poorly performing bagwork construction with a short design life.

For high value or vulnerable assets, we recommend always repairing and protecting with structural grade concretes.