Admixture and Paver Surface Treatment Supplier to Manufactured Concrete Products Producers

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

150

Description

ProCast 150 is a high performance low-dose admixture formulated to improve the workability and physical properties of low slump Concrete Masonry Units (CMU) and other manufactured concrete products.

Recommended For

Dry Cast Pavers & Slabs

Concrete Masonry Units

Grey Block Units

Segmental Retaining Wall Units 

Manufactured Stone Veneer Units

Technical Information

Color: Transparent Straw

Health & Safety

Consult SDS for Safety Information

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Features & Benefits

  • Significantly impoved density, strength and physical properties
  • Improve product feed, compaction and finish properties 
  • Smoother, more uniform texture with no swipe
  • Reduce cycle times, faster production rates
  • Sharper edges and corners
  • Reduce surface defects and culls

Guidelines for Use

Dosage Rate: ProCast 150 admixture dosage rate will vary depending on the desired benefits. Dosage range is 3 - 9 fl.oz/cwt (200 - 590 mL/100kg) of cementitious materials, with typical dosage at 4 - 5 fl.oz/cwt (260 - 325 mL/100kg) of cementitious materials. Due to variations in local materials, jobsite conditions or applications, dosages outside the recommended range may be required. Please consult with your Technical Services Representative for more information. 

Recommended Addition Time: Add majority of the batch water upfront with the aggregates. Prewet with up to 75% of total water. 

Add admixtures at least 10 seconds after the cement gate closes (do not add on dry cement).

Recommended Final Mix Time (after all the admixtures are added)

Pan Mixer: 45 seconds minimum (1 minute optimal)

Ribbon Mixer: 2 minutes minimum (3 minute optimal)

Product Storage and Shelf Life

 Freeze Protection: ProCast 150 must be protected from freezing. Do not store at temperatures below 32°F (0°C). The admixture is not usable after it has frozen. 

Shelf life: One year in original unopened container.

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