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Gaseous expansion system compensates for shrinkage Conbextra GP is a blend of Portland cement, graded fillers
and settlement in the plastic state. and chemical additives which impart controlled expansion
No metallic iron content to cause staining. in the plastic state whilst minimising water demand. The low
water demand ensures high early strength. The graded filler
Prepackaged material overcomes potential on-site
is designed to assist uniform mixing and produce a consist-
batching variations.
ent grout.
Develops high early strength without the use of chlo-
rides.
High ultimate strength and low permeability ensure the
durability of the hardened grout.
Typical detail of stanchion base plate
Conbextra GP
Fosroc Conbextra GP
All grouting where shown on the drawing must be carried out Levelling shims
with a pre-packaged cement based product which is chlo-
If these are to be removed after the grout has hardened, they
ride-free.
should be treated with a thin layer of grease.
It shall be mixed with clean water to the required consistency.
Formwork
The plastic grout must not bleed or segregate.
The formwork should be constructed to be leakproof. This
A positive volumetric expansion shall occur while the grout is
can be achieved by using foam rubber strip or mastic sealant
plastic by means of a gaseous system.
beneath the constructed formwork and between joints.
The compressive strength of the grout must exceed 50N/mm2
In some cases it is practical to use a sacrificial semi-dry sand
at 7 days and 60 N/mm2 at 28 days.
and cement formwork. The formwork should include outlets
The storage, handling and placement of the grout must be in for pre-soaking.
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Unrestrained surface area
Supplier specification
This must be kept to a minimum. Generally the gap width
All grouting where shown on the drawing must be carried out between the perimeter formwork and the plate edge should
using Conbextra GP manufactured by Fosroc and used in not exceed 75 mm on the pouring side and 25 mm on the
accordance with the manufacturer’s data sheet. opposite side. It is advisable where practical to have no gap
at the flank sides.
Mixing
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Fosroc Conbextra GP
The quantity of clean water required to be added to a Conbextra GP should be removed from tools and equipment
25 kg bag to achieve the desired consistency is given below. with clean water immediately after use. Cured material can be
removed mechanically, or with Fosroc Acid Etch*†.
Trowellable :
3.4 - 3.6 litres per 25kg bag
Sampling procedure
Flowable : 4 - 4.5 litres per 25kg bag
Cementitious grouts cannot be tested as concrete. Special
The selected water content should be accurately measured
sampling procedure are required refer to your local Fosroc
into the mixer. The total contents of the Conbextra GP bag
office for further details.
should be slowly added and continuous mixing should take
place for 5 minutes. This will ensure that the grout has a Typical hopper system
smooth even consistency.
Removable hopper: For larger pours the grout may be hand
Placing placed or pumped into a removable hopper (trough).
Pouring should be from one side of the void to eliminate any High temperature working
air or pre-soaking water becoming trapped under the base-
It is suggested that, for temperatures above 35°C, the follow-
plate. It is advisable to pour the grout across the shortest
ing guidelines are adopted as good working practice:
distance of travel. The grout head must be maintained at all
times so that a continuous grout front is achieved. (i) Store unmixed material in a cool (preferably temperature
controlled) environment, avoiding exposure to direct sun-
Where large volumes have to be placed Conbextra GP may
light.
be pumped. A heavy duty diaphragm pump is recommended
for this purpose. Screw feed and piston pumps may also be (ii) Keep equipment cool, arranging shade protection if neces-
suitable. sary. It is especially important to keep cool those surfaces
of the equipment which will come into direct contact with
Curing
the material itself.
On completion of the grouting operation, exposed areas
(iii) Try to eliminate application during the hottest times of the
should be thoroughly cured. Suggest curing with Concure
day and in direct sunlight.
1315. There is no need to remove Concure 1315 as it will
provide some protection and won’t yellow. If using wet Hes- (iv) Make sufficient material, plant and labour available to
sian and plastic sheeting then leave for at least seven days ensure that application is a continuous process.
– especially if exposed to sunlight.
(v) Water (below 20°C) should be used for mixing the grout
prior to placement.
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Fosroc Conbextra GP
Note: Allowance should be made for wastage when estimat- hand-placed repair mortars
ing quantities required.
spray grade repair mortars
Conbextra GP has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry chemically resistant epoxy mortars
store in sealed bags. If stored in high temperature and high
anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
humidity locations the shelf life will be reduced.
chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
Precautions
For further information on any of the above, please consult
Health and safety your local Fosroc office - as below.
Fire
Conbextra GP is non-flammable.
Additional Information
Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the Supply of
Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to obtain the latest version.
Head Office
telephone: (+9714) 2039699 fax: (+9714) 2859649 email: agf@fosroc.com
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
Regional offices
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