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Chemrite Shotcrete
Shotcrete Admixture
Product Description A ready to use accelerator and waterproofing agent in
powder form for addition to dry gunite mixes
Chemirte Shotcrete is suitable for dry spray gunite
Uses mixes of both mortar and concrete such as those
required for :
- Tunnels and galleries.
- Securing rock faces.
- Embankment and excavation.
- Thin section concrete shells.
- Swimming pools.
- Concrete repair work.
- Strengthening concrete structure.
Chemrite shotcrete reacts in the mix to assist the
hydration process, resulting in rapid setting and
Advantages greatly accelerated strength development within the
first 24 hours.
- Other benefits include:
- Simplified overhead spraying.
- Reduced rebound.
- Better adhesion to areas of slight seepage.
- Chloride free.
Test Report Nil

Product Data
Type Inorganic substances in powder form
Form Light grey powder

Packaging 15 Kg Bags
Storage Condition Protect from direct sunlight. Store in a dry area between
+5C and + 35C
Shelf life 12 months minimum from production date if stored properly
in original unopened packaging
Technical Data

Density at 25C 0.85 0.1Kg/litre

Chloride content Nil

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Application Details
Dosage Dosage varies between 2 - 4% by weight of cement. If
increased to 5-6% by weight of cement, setting and
curing times are much reduced. When added at more
than 9%, reduced final strengths are to be expected.
Mixing The required quantity of Chemrite Shotcrete is added
to the dry sand/cement or dry sand/cement/gravel mix
before being fed into the shotcrete machine.
Safty
Precautions 1. Accidental splashes to the skin must be washed off
with water and soap.
2. Accidental splashes to the eyes must be rinsed with
clean warm water. Seek medical attention without
delay.
3. Skin barrier cream , safety goggles and rubber gloves
are recommended.
Ecology Do not dispose of into water or soil but according to local
regulations

Toxicity Non-toxic

Transportation Non-hazardous