Waterproofing Admixture Help In Minimizing The Permeability Of Concrete By Creating A Water Resistant Layer And Also Enhance The Ability To Withstand Moisture
Waterproofing Admixture |
Waterproofing
Admixture is a type of admixture used to improve the water-resistance
of concrete structures. The admixture can be added to the cement mix during
mixing to enhance the resistance to water penetration and to reduce the
likelihood of damage by rainwater, groundwater or other sources of water.
There are a number of different types
of Waterproofing
Admixture available that
claim to improve the durability of concrete. They offer attractive claims, technical
back-up warranties and, in many cases, can be a critical component of the
design of a concrete structure that is exposed to water.
Crystalline waterproofing admixtures react
with unhydrated cement particles and form crystals that fill capillary pores
and micro-cracks and block the pathways for water penetration. They also help
to reduce corrosion and add longevity to reinforced concrete.
These crystalline Waterproofing Admixture are typically offered in pourable liquid
form, as well as powders that can be mixed on site or at the plant. They can be
sized to fit five-pound bags or 50-pound sacks for use in the mixer, or can be
stored in six-gallon pails or 250-gallon totes on the jobsite.
The effectiveness of crystalline Waterproofing Admixture depends on a
number of factors, including the amount of water in the concrete and the
temperature at which it is poured. Crystalline admixtures are most effective
when they are applied at temperatures below 70 degrees F and below 25 degrees
C.
They can be used on new or old concrete, in
both interior and exterior applications. They can be applied in a range of
methods, including spray-applied, roll-applied and trowel-applied.
The use of a robust, waterproof tanking
membrane can be particularly important in the case of water treatment plants
and other facilities that are subjected to harsh chemical environments. The
admixture manufacturer may offer a warranty on labor and material for a set
number of years.
Waterproofing
Admixture commonly
include anti-shrinkage additives that reduce the shrinkage of concrete and
pore-blocking materials that are designed to seal small, porous areas in
concrete such as voids or micro-cracks. These admixtures are also available for
shotcrete and can be used in combination with other types of crystalline
waterproofing admixtures to achieve the most comprehensive, long-term
waterproofing system possible.
Shenzhen
Landun Holding Co., Ltd., was acquired by Sika AG in August 2021. This
acquisition will offer new growth opportunities to Sika AG in the Chinese
market.
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