Case Study
Kennedy Space Center — Cape Canaveral, FL
Custom HDPE liner for the launch complex deluge water basin at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, engineered for extreme thermal and acoustic conditions.
The Challenge
Problem
NASA required a high-performance containment liner for the sound suppression water system at Kennedy Space Center's launch complex. The system needed to withstand extreme conditions including high-temperature water discharge up to 180°F, acoustic forces exceeding 180 dB, and chemical exposure from launch exhaust. Standard liner systems were not rated for the thermal and mechanical stress profile.
Our Approach
Solution
EFI designed and installed a custom HDPE geomembrane liner system for the deluge basin, engineered to meet NASA's exacting specifications for chemical resistance, durability, and performance under extreme thermal and mechanical stress. The installation required specialized welding techniques and a multi-layer anchor system to withstand launch-induced vibration and thermal cycling.
Outcomes
Results & Metrics
Key Outcomes
- Successful containment of launch deluge water system
- Engineered to NASA specifications
- Zero leakage since installation
- Supports active launch operations at Cape Canaveral
- Withstands thermal loads up to 180°F
- Rated for 25+ year service life
“EFI delivered a containment system that meets the most demanding specifications we've ever written. Six years in service with zero issues — exactly what a launch facility requires.”
Facilities Engineering Lead, NASA / Kennedy Space Center
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