Concrete Admixture
Concrete admixture refers to chemical or natural additives mixed with concrete to enhance concrete performance, workability, and strength. Admixtures are typically added during the mixing process to improve concrete specific properties such as setting time, durability, or water resistance. Concrete admixtures play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and longevity of the concrete.
The use of concrete admixtures ancient times when natural substances like animal fat, blood, and milk were mixed with lime-based concrete to improve properties. In modern times, the development of admixtures began in the early 20th century, transform advances in concrete. Over the years, innovations in construction have led to the creation of various admixture types, each design to meet specific construction needs and environmental conditions.
Types of Concrete Admixture
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Fountech Admixtures
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Alternate Masters Builders / Sika Admixture
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Waterproofing & Water Reducing | Masterpell 777 | |
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Retarding Superplasticizer | Sika Retarder 22 |
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Early Setting Superplasticizer | MasterRheobuild 1000 |
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Retarding Superplasticizer Polycarboxylic Ether (PCE) (Around 2 hours delay) |
MasterPolyheet 900 | |
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Retarding Superplasticizer Polycarboxylic Ether (PCE) (Around 2 hours 30 minutes delay) |
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MasterPolyheet 980 |
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Retarding Superplasticizer Polycarboxylic Ether (PCE) (Around 3 hours delay) |
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MasterPolyheet 997 |
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Early Setting Polycarboxylic Ether (PCE) |
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MasterSet AC 122 |
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8
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Water Reducing Superplasticizer |
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MasterGlenium 3030 |
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9
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Customize Color Admixture |
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MasterColor |
- Enhance Strength: admixtures increase the strength of concrete by reducing the water-cement ratio without compromising workability.
- Accelerate Setting Time: Accelerators help speed up the curing process, which is useful in cold weather conditions or when rapid construction is required.
- Retarding Setting Time: Retarding admixtures slow down the setting time, providing more time to work with the concrete, especially in hot climates.
- Reduce Water: Water-reducing admixtures decrease the amount of water required in the concrete mix, which can lead to improving durability and reduced permeability.
- Improve Durability: Admixtures enhance the durability of concrete by reducing shrinkage, controlling cracking, and improving resistance to freeze-thaw cycles, chemicals, and corrosion.
Usage Areas of Concrete Admixture
Concrete admixtures are used across a wide variety of sectors due to their versatility and benefits.
- Infrastructure Projects: Roads, bridges, and tunnels where durability and strength are critical.
- Commercial Construction: High-rise buildings, shopping malls, and industrial floors that demand high-quality concrete.
- Residential Construction: Homes and apartments where workability and cost-efficiency are important.
- Water Retaining Structures: Dams, reservoirs, and sewage plants that require water-resistant concrete.
Choosing the right concrete admixture can make a significant difference in the quality and longevity of your construction project. Whether you’re looking for improved workability, durability, or cost savings, understanding the different admixture types is essential for selecting the best solution. For more information on admixture prices in Bangladesh, contact Fountech today and find the right solution for your project.
