Non-Shrink High Strength Grout

MASTER CONCRETE’s Non-Shrink High Strength Grout is a precision-engineered, cementitious grout designed for applications requiring exceptional strength and stability. Its non-shrink properties ensure consistent volume and prevent voids, making it ideal for grouting under base plates, machine foundations, and structural columns.

This high-performance grout delivers excellent load-bearing capacity, superior bonding, and resistance to cracking, ensuring long-term durability in both static and dynamic environments. Easy to mix and apply, MASTER CONCRETE’s Non-Shrink High Strength Grout is suitable for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects, providing reliable, high-strength support for critical structural components.

Applications of Non-Shrink High-Strength Grout

1. Base Plate Grouting: Used to secure and level machinery and equipment, ensuring stability and precise alignment.
2. Anchor Bolts: Provides a secure and stable setting for anchor bolts and rebar, ensuring strong anchorage.
3. Structural Repairs: Ideal for repairing concrete structures, filling voids, and reinforcing elements.
4. Precast Concrete: Used to fill joints and gaps in precast concrete components, ensuring stability and continuity.
5. Bridge Bearings: Provides support and leveling for bridge bearings, ensuring proper load transfer.
6. Column Base Plates: Ensures a solid and even foundation for columns, distributing loads effectively.
7. Underpinning: Strengthens and stabilizes foundations, particularly in structures requiring additional support.
8. Cavity and Void Filling: Used to fill cavities and voids in concrete and masonry structures, enhancing stability.
9. Tilt-Up Panel Construction: Secures and levels panels in tilt-up construction, ensuring proper alignment and load distribution.
10. Rail and Track Grouting: Provides stable and durable bedding for rails and tracks, ensuring smooth operation.

Features of Non-Shrink High-Strength Grout

• Non-Shrink Properties: Remains dimensionally stable during curing, preventing shrinkage and ensuring full contact with adjacent surfaces.
• High Compressive Strength: Offers excellent compressive strength, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications and load-bearing structures.
• Rapid Setting: Provides quick strength gain, allowing for faster project completion and reduced downtime.
• Fluidity and Flowability: Ensures easy placement and complete filling of voids and spaces without segregation.
• Durability: Resistant to environmental conditions, chemicals, and mechanical stresses, ensuring long-term performance.
• Versatility: Can be used in a variety of applications, including horizontal, vertical, and overhead grouting.
• Low Permeability: Provides resistance to water and chemical infiltration, enhancing the durability of the grouted structure.

Benefits of Non-Shrink High-Strength Grout

1. Ensures Structural Integrity: Provides reliable support and stabilization, ensuring the integrity and longevity of structures.
2. Minimizes Maintenance: Reduces the need for frequent repairs and maintenance due to its durable and stable nature.
3. Reduces Downtime: Quick setting and high strength allow for faster completion of construction and repair projects, minimizing operational downtime.
4. Improves Load Distribution: Ensures even load distribution and stability for heavy equipment and structures, preventing settling and shifting.
5. Enhances Safety: Provides a stable and secure foundation, reducing the risk of structural failure and associated safety hazards.
6. Cost-Effective: Long-term durability and reduced maintenance lead to cost savings over the lifespan of the structure.
7. Versatile Use: Suitable for a wide range of applications and environments, making it a versatile solution for construction and repair projects.

Types of Non-Shrink High Strength Grout

1. Cementitious Grout: Composed primarily of cement and other additives, offering high strength and durability for general-purpose grouting.
2. Epoxy Grout: Made from epoxy resin and hardeners, providing exceptional strength, chemical resistance, and adhesion for specialized applications.
3. Polyurethane Grout: Flexible and resistant to moisture and chemicals, suitable for applications requiring some movement or flexibility.
4. Polymer-Modified Grout: Enhanced with polymers to improve adhesion, flexibility, and durability in demanding conditions.

Key Considerations

• Substrate Preparation: Ensure the substrate is clean, dry, and free of contaminants to maximize the effectiveness of the grout.
• Mixing and Application: Follow manufacturer instructions for mixing and application to achieve optimal performance and consistency.
• Environmental Conditions: Consider temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors that may affect the curing and performance of the grout.
• Compatibility: Ensure compatibility with adjacent materials and structural elements to prevent adverse reactions or bonding issues.
• Curing: Proper curing is essential to achieve the desired strength and durability of the grout. Follow manufacturer guidelines for curing times and conditions.
• Safety: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety guidelines during handling and application to avoid health hazards.

Conclusion

Non-Shrink High Strength Grout is a vital material in construction and structural repair, providing essential stability, support, and durability. Its non-shrink properties and high compressive strength make it ideal for a wide range of applications, from base plate grouting to structural repairs and cavity filling. With features such as rapid setting, durability, and versatility, non-shrink high strength grout offers numerous benefits, including enhanced structural integrity, reduced maintenance, and cost savings. Proper selection, preparation, and application of the grout ensure effective and long-lasting performance in various construction scenarios.