Tag: accelerator
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Chemical Admixtures for Ready Mix Concrete
Chemical admixtures are used in ready mix concrete to enhance its properties and performance. Here are some common types of chemical admixtures and their uses: 1. Water-Reducing Admixtures: 2. Retarding Admixtures: 3. Accelerating Admixtures: 4. Superplasticizers (High-Range Water Reducers): 5. Air-Entraining Admixtures: 6. Corrosion Inhibitors: 7. Shrinkage-Reducing Admixtures: 8. Alkali-Silica Reactivity (ASR) Inhibitors: 9. Waterproofing…
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Cold Weather Concrete Success Tips using Accelerators and Water Reducing Admixtures
The winter months can make concrete a challenge. Anything below 32 degrees Fahrenheit is not recommended especially considering if the ground is frozen solid. Concrete is in a plastic state (wet) when initially delivered and mixed. This wet product will have a tendency to freeze just like water. Once a concrete mix has frozen, it…
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Hot Water Every Load
Hot Water included in every load and delivery to ensure an early set and workable concrete.