An innovative second-generation superplasticizer based on polycarboxylic ether (PCE) polymers. The particular molecular configuration of GLENIUM ACE 30 accelerates the cement hydration. Rapid adsorption of the molecule onto the cement particles, combined with an efficient dispersion effect, exposes increased surface of the cement grains to react with water.
As a result of this effect, it is possible to obtain earlier development of the heat of hydration, rapid development of the hydration products and, as a consequence, higher strengths at a very early age.
Features and Benefits
GLENIUM ACE 30 offers the following benefits for the precast concrete industry to:
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Produce Rheoplastic and Rheodynamic concrete having a low water cement ratio.
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Optimise the curing cycles by reducing curing time or curing temperature
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Eliminate the heat curing.
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Eliminate the energy required for placing and compaction and curing (ZERO ENERGY) .
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Increase productivity/reduction in cycle times.
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Improve surface appearance.
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Produce durable precast concrete elements as per EN 206-1.
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As compared to the traditional superplasticizers, the engineering properties such as early and ultimate compressive and flexural strengths, bond to steel, modules of elasticity, shrinkage, creep and impermeability are improved.