Flo-Add C

Free flow non-shrink grout addi ve for post tensioned cables

Description
Technical Properties:
Flo-Add C is a pre-packed powder consis ng of selected
admixtures and expansive material. The addi on of Flo- Colour: Grey
Add C to grout mixes produces a high flow, non-shrink,
and non-segregated grout. Flo-Add C reduces the water Compressive strength: ≥ 20 MPa @ 1 day
demand at the desired flow, producing high strength ASTM C109/109M-11 ≥ 50 MPa @ 7 days
grout with low permeability and excellent bond to steel. ≥ 60 MPa @ 28 days
The low permeability grout produced with the aid of Flo-
Add C will reduce the ingress of harmful agents and will Expansion
protect the cables from corrosion. characteris cs: Up to 4%
ASTM C827/C827M-10
Applications
Flow characteris cs: < 32 sec
Flo-Add C is ideally designed for free flow grou ng in post ASTM C939-87 within 30 min from mixing. Re-
tensioned cables used in bridges, deck ducts, etc. It is also mixing is needed to keep the needed flow
suitable for use in cable ducts and pre-stressed structural
elements. Bleeding:
Pass, no bleeding
ASTM C940
Advantages
6 kg Flo-Add C : 100
 Will produce a non-shrink grout which is compensated kg cement: 35 ± 2 litre
for shrinkage and se lement in the plas c stage. Addi on rate: clean water (variable
 Will produce a high flow grout without water bleeding. depending on cement
 Will produce an extremely low permeability grout at type and source)
low water to cement ra o.
 Reduces the ingress of harmful substances. Fresh wet density: 2.1 ± 0.1 g/cm3
 High bond to steel.
 High ini al and ul mate strength. Ini al se ng me:
3 - 4 hr
 Chloride free. ASTM C191

Standards VOC: < 10 g/ltr

The use of Flo-Add C enables grout mixes to comply with Note: The results were obtained when OPC (complies
ASTM C1107, Type A. with ASTM C150-02a with compressive strength @
28 days > 42.5 MPa) is used.
Method of Use Higher compressive strength results can be achieved
when OPC > 52.5 MPa is used. Where added water
 Sufficient materials should be available on site to needs to be adjusted based on the menƟoned range.
ensure con nuous grou ng. It is important to conduct trials so as to choose the
 Cables should be carefully cleaned prior to grou ng. best source of OPC for the needed applicaƟon.
 Cable anchorage should be sealed prior to duct Compressive strength @ 1 day is under restrain.
grou ng. Compressive strength @ 7 & 28 days is under wet
cure.
Mixing

 To ensure proper mixing, a mechanically powered

mixer or drill fi ed with suitable paddle should be
used.
Flo-Add C
 While mixing, 6 kg of Flo-Add C should be added to 35 In case of accidental contact with eyes, immediately flush
± 2 litre of water, then slowly add the cement and mix with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes and seek
con nuously for 5 minutes un l a uniform consistency medical advise if necessary.
is obtained.
For further informa on refer to the Material Safety Data
Placing and Finishing Sheet.

In case of pumping, a suitable diaphragm pump must be Fire

used (screw and piston pump may also be suitable). The
mixed grout should be pumped from one point only to Flo-Add C is nonflammable.
eliminate air entrapment.
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The mixed grout should be pumped within 30 minutes
of mixing. A wide range of construc on chemical products are
manufactured by DCP which include:
Curing
 Concrete admixtures.
Self curing, only exposed areas should be properly cured  Surface treatments
with water.  Grouts and anchors.
 Concrete repair.
Cleaning  Flooring systems.
 Protec ve coa ngs.
All tools should be cleaned immediately a er applica on  Sealants.
using fresh water. Hardened materials should be cleaned  Waterproofing.
mechanically.  Adhesives.
 Tile adhesives and grouts.
Packaging  Building products.
 Structural strengthening.
Flo-Add C is available in 6 kg bags.

Yield

Approximately 68 litre of mixed grout is obtained when

mixing 6 kg Flo-Add C, 100 kg cement and 34 litre water.

Storage

Flo-Add C has a shelf life of 12 months from date of

manufacture if stored at temperatures between 5°C and
35°C in original unopened bags.

If these condi ons are exceeded, DCP Technical

Department should be contacted for advise.

Cautions

Health and Safety

Flo-Add C is alkaline and should not come into contact

with eyes and skin.

Note:
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