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Cementitious Grouting

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Cementitious Grouting is a premixed cementitious non-shrink grouting system specially formulated to produce a high performance, pourable grout with high strength and slightly expansive properties. It is a blend of Portland cement, graded fillers and chemical addit Cementitious Grouting, Cement Grouting . AREA OF APPLICATION: ·          Repair of pre-cast concrete ·          Floor repairs and toppings ·          Heavy equipment and machinery foundations ·          Bedding bearing plates and grouting ·          For anchoring of holding down bolts hooks etc. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: ·          Excellent bond strength & High strength characteristics for rapid result ·          Impact resistance & non shrink property of the grout provides maximum contact with bearing surface ·          Non-shrink property of the grout provides maximum contact with bearing surface http://www.applechemie.com/

CONCRETE DAY CELEBRATION

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                                          CONCRETE DAY CELEBRATION                                 ICI (TRIVANDRUM CENTRE) Indian Concrete Institute's ICI-Thiruvananthapuram Centre and UltraTech Cement Limited, celebrated concrete day celebration on 23 rd October 2018 Tuesday at 6:30 pm at Vivanta hotel and resorts by Taj, Trivandrum.    Headquartered in Chennai, the Indian Concrete Institute (ICI) is a registered professional body having more than 12, 000 enrolled members, from 38 regional Centers in all major cities, spread across the entire length and breadth of the country. The Indian Concrete Institute was formed as a professional organization on September 7, 1982. The ICI is dedicated to the betterment of concrete, concrete construction in the field and in the field of research. It has been organizing seminars, workshops, lectures and structured training Programmes for the betterment of the knowledge of people in the construction industry.

Crystallization Water proofing

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Crystallization is a unique, surface applied penetrative capillary water proofing system that provides total and permanent water proofing solution to water leakage, ingress or seepage in concrete structures or any cementitious substrates. Crystallization is a blend of selected cement, high-grade silica aggregates and moisture activated chemicals. In the presence of water, the active chemicals present in Crystallization will penetrate in to the water bearing capillaries of concrete and react with lime to produce insoluble crystals. This crystalline growth will seal the pores and hair line cracks in the concrete and thus effectively block further passage of water Crystallization Waterproofing. ·          AQUAGUARD-2G exhibits excellent bonding properties and is resistant to alkalies ·          It withstands water penetration, salt and carbonation ·          It is harmless even if in contact with drinking water, non-toxic & non-combustible ·          It protects cementiti

Flexible Waterproofing Slurry System

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http://www.applechemie.com The great advantage of waterproofing slurries is that they can be used on damp and wet surfaces. Moreover, they harden more quickly and are permeable to water vapor . Advantages ·          Waterproof ·          Frost resistant ·          Increasing surface protection ·          Covers surface cracks ·          Compatible with sealing tape ·          Can be applied by brush, trowel or sprayed ·          Protects reinforced & standard concrete structures Application Surface Preparation The mineral substrate must be even, solid, load-bearing, clean, crack-free and free of substances that may impair adhesion. The surface must have a rough, open pored structure with good grip. All edges must be cut off or chambered. Cove all corners with a hollow molding of at least 4 cm radius. Repair any defects, screed over rock pockets and fill mortar joints. Enlarge the cracks and fill them with cement mortar alternatively. If th

Carbonation Protection Coatings

http://www.applechemie.com Construction chemicals are one of the important sectors in the chemical industry. It is used for various reasons with the main objective being - protection. Anti carbonation coating is one such solution that protects concretes in the building from pollutants and harsh weather. The main objective of exterior paint is not just to decorate but also to protect the concrete structure. In the past, the latter objective was often neglected and as a result, paints were not vapor permeable. In such a case, the paint would peel off in humid weather. This scenario has changed these days with the help of anti carbonation coating. This is a type of protective coating which is devised to provide long term protective and decorative properties to concrete and stonework surfaces. Coatings Protect Concrete Structures From Carbonation and Water Anti carbonation coatings are used to Source: Reamers India improve the life of concrete structures like flyovers,

Eco-Friendly Construction

A ‘green’ building is a building that, in its design, construction or operation, reduces or eliminates negative impacts, and can create positive impacts, on our climate and natural environment. Green buildings preserve precious natural resources and improve our quality of life. Green construction practices include: ·          Using sustainable building materials like recycled glass and steel, as well as renewable materials like bamboo and rubber; ·          Installing energy-efficient windows and doors; ·          Using lower-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints and stains; ·          Constructing green roof systems (aka “plants on your roof”) that offer many benefits, including onsite gardens, rainwater management and protection from the effects of harmful UV light; ·          Adding water harvesting and purification systems that don’t just manage, but also make the most use of rainfall; ·          Maximizing natural light, which cannot only save on lighting re

Industrial Flooring

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http://www.applechemie.com When you consider new flooring for your business, you’ll want to choose a solution that not only looks great but can also withstand heavy traffic and provide safe surfaces for work. Specializing in all major types of industrial flooring in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky, Tri-State Coatings & Repair explains that material choice greatly impacts the efficiency, appearance, and cleanliness of a workspace. To help you navigate your options, they’re here with three common types of industrial flooring and the benefits of each. Industrial Flooring Types & Their Benefits 1. Epoxy Flooring Epoxy flooring is one of the most popular choices for industrial workspaces due to its versatility and high durability. Unlike epoxy floor coating—which is just a layer of epoxy on flooring—this type of industrial flooring is made from several layers of strong epoxy. As such, it is extremely strong and can withstand repetitive, heavy traffic. It is also

CORROSION OF STEEL

The term corrosion is defined as an act or process of gradual wearing away of a metal due to chemical or electro-chemical reaction by its surroundings such that the metal is converted into an oxide, salt or some other compound. A substance known as rust results from such a process. In other words, the corrosion indicates the deterioration and loss of material due to chemical attack. HOW TO PREVENT CORROSION OF STEEL IN CONCRETE? The steel is the most liable to the corrosion and hence the study of steel corrosion is of paramount importance. To minimize the chances of development of corrosion of steel in concrete, the following preventive measures may be taken. ·          Avoiding heavily congested reinforcement especially at the intersection of beams and columns. ·          Avoiding the steel to come into contact with bricks, soil, wood and other porous non-alkaline materials ·          Avoiding the use of materials which accelerate the process of corrosion i.e. aggre

Wax-based concrete curing compound

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Wax-based concrete curing compound, when properly applied provides a premium-grade membrane that optimizes water retention. The white pigment reflects the sun’s rays to help keep the concrete surface cooler and prevent excessive heat buildup. USES Wax-based concrete curing compound is ideal for application on exterior horizontal surfaces, such as highways, airports, and street paving. The product provides excellent curing when protection from the sun’s heat is desired. BENEFITS ·          When properly applied, provides a premium-grade film that optimizes water retention. ·          Protects by reflecting the sun’s rays to keep the concrete surface cooler and prevent excessive heat buildup, which can cause thermal cracking. ·          Furnished as a ready-to-use, true water-based compound. ·          Produces hard, dense concrete … minimizes hair checking, thermal cracking, dusting, and other defects. ·          Enhances the functional capabilities of concrete

Resin Based Curing Compound

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Resin based curing compound on a low viscosity Resin emulsion. It is supplied as a white emulsion which forms a white film on drying. When first applied to a fresh cementitious surface the Emulsion breaks to form a continuous, non-penetrating white coating. This dries to form a continuous white film which provides a barrier to moisture loss, ensuring more Efficient cement hydration, improved durability and reduced shrinkage. USES As a spray/brush applied membrane to retain moisture in concrete for effective curing. Suitable for all general concreting applications and of particular benefit for large area concrete surfaces, such as airport runways, roads and bridgework ADVANTAGES ·          Improved curing of concrete enhances cement hydration and provides a more durable concrete. ·          Control of moisture loss improves surface quality, reducing permeability, producing a hard wearing, dust free surface. ·          Reduces surface cracking and shrinkage b

Non-Metallic, Dry shake Floor Hardeners for High Abrasion Resistance in Heavy Rolling Stress Areas

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Floor Hard   is a ready to use, non-metallic, floor and surface hardener based on very hard natural aggregates. This is to be applied by dry shake method in 2 operations, on freshly floated concrete or a compensatory mortar topping. Floor Hard provides wear resistance to concrete surfaces thereby extending the service life of industrial, commercial and residential floors. The floors are rendered tough, wear resistant, dust free, physiologically harmless and above all durable and maintenance free. With a scale hardness approaching a value of 8, Floor Hard provides the best abrasion resistant protection to your concrete floor. It is suitable for a variety of industrial floors, warehouses, hangars or anywhere, durable, abrasion resistant flooring is required. With the usage Experience of many thousand square meters, Floor Hard is the material of choice for your heavy-duty industrial flooring needs. Floor Hard is a unique combination of selected cementitious binder modified by polym

Integral Waterproofing Liquid Admixture

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Integral Waterproofing Liquid Admixture is a formulation of special epoxy and polyamide resin. It is a two-part solvent epoxy protective and decorative coating for steel and concrete substrates. It provides protection from weathering and abrasion. Uses: To protect steel and concrete surfaces. To penetration, abrasion and chemical attack. enhance resistance to oil, grease, water Advantages: > easy to apply by brush, roller or spray. > project and decorates. > to enhance resistance to oil, grease, water penetration, abrasion and chemical attack. > strong and hard wearing surface. > easy to clean, hygienic, seamless floor. > excellent adhesion and maximum protection. > cost-effective protective coating ' can be applied floor and walls > can be used for rebars-does not affect bonding of concrete with steel. http://www.applechemie.com

Expansion Joint

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In building construction, an expansion joint is a mid-structure separation designed to relieve stress on building materials caused by building movement induced by: ·          Thermal expansion and contraction caused by temperature changes, ·          Sway caused by wind ·          Seismic events ·          Static load deflection ·          Live load deflection Because the joint bisects the entire structure, it marks a gap through all building assemblies–walls; decks; plazas or split-slab concourses; foundation floors and walls; roofs, planters, and green roofs; fire-rated demising walls and floors; interior floors; etc.   This gap must be filled to restore the waterproofing, fire proofing, sound proofing, air barrier, roof membrane, trafficable surface and other functions of the building elements it bisects. Expansion joint systems are used to bridge the gap and restore building assembly functions while accommodating expected movements. The term “movement joi

FRAME STRUCTURE vs LOAD BEARING MASONRY WALLS

After constructing the sump, the next step is to start the excavation for the foundation. Before starting the foundation of your house, you must have decided the construction system that you want to adopt. There are two methods of constructing houses, the load-bearing-wall system and the column-beam-frame structure system. Both these systems have been explained here with advantages and disadvantages: Load bearing wall structure: is one of the earliest forms of construction. Raising the house, wall over wall and floor over floor, has been the most common method all over the world. In this system, the load is supported and transferred to the foundation through the masonry walls and there are no concrete structural elements, like columns or beams to support the load. Therefore, the walls must be strong enough for the purpose and are usually 9 inches or more in thickness. Frame structure: also known as column-beam structure has a combination of beams and columns to   support