MasterGlenium 3573
A Polycarboxylic ether based superplasticizer
Description:
MasterGlenium 3573 is an innovative second generation superplasticizer based on polycarboxylic ether (PCE) polymers, and is specially engineered for ready-mix concrete.
MasterGlenium 3573 is differentiated from conventional superplasticizers, such as those based on sulphonated naphthalene formaldehyde condensate in that it is based on a unique carboxylic ether polymer with long lateral chains. This greatly improves cement dispersion. At the start of the mixing process the same electrostatic dispersion occurs but the presence of the lateral chains, linked to the polymer backbone, generate a steric hindrance which stabilises the cement particles capacity to separate and disperse. This mechanism provides flowable concrete with greatly reduced water demand.
What is MasterGlenium 3573 used for?
MasterGlenium 3573 is designed for use in the manufacture of high quality structural concrete elements, sprayed concrete and mass concrete. Concrete mixes made with MasterGlenium 3573 generally have very good slump retention making it suitable for use for long transit times.
Where is MasterGlenium 3573 applied?
MasterGlenium 3573 has been formulated specifically for use in the tropical climates and it offers the following advantages to:
- The Ready-mix Producer:
- Capability of delivering high quality concrete at any time to the job site in place.
- Production of a concrete with low water cement ratio that meets EN 206-1 without loss of workability.
- Single product for most applications from everyday water reducing to Self-compacting Concrete.
- The Contractor / Applicator:
- Easier placing.
- Improved concrete surfaces.
- Guarantee to place the same concrete as specified and ordered from ready-mix plant.
- More versatile and forgiving concrete mix.
- The Engineer:
- Insurance that concrete meets original specification.
- High quality concrete with better durability.