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SikaPaver®-3131

(former MasterCast® 3131)

New generation plasticizer for Manufactured Concrete Products, specially engineered for block and paver mixes

SikaPaver®-3131 is an innovative multipurpose plasticizer specially developed for semi-dry concrete mixes used in the production of blocks and pavers. MasterCast 3131 accelerates the strength development and reduces the cycle time whilst the appearance is maintained or even improved. Furthermore, it allows for improved compaction and mould release.
Due to its unique principle of action on the cement grain, SikaPaver®-3131 fully exploits the hydration potential of cement resulting in higher early strengths and shorter curing times.

SikaPaver®-3131 offers the following benefits for the MCP industry to:
  • Optimised mix design.
  • Enhanced productivity due to shorter cycle time.
  • Higher early strength.
  • Optimised curing cycles due to shorter curing times.
  • Improved compaction and mould release.
  • Improved stacking capability.
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Usage

SikaPaver®-3131 is suitable for manufacturing concrete products, especially:
  • Pavers
  • Blocks
 

Advantages

SikaPaver®-3131 offers the following benefits for the MCP industry to:
  • Optimised mix design.
  • Enhanced productivity due to shorter cycle time.
  • Higher early strength.
  • Optimised curing cycles due to shorter curing times.
  • Improved compaction and mould release.
  • Improved stacking capability.

Packaging

SikaPaver®-3131 is available in 1000 litre IBCs.

Colour

Brownish liquid

Product Details

Product Information

Shelf Life

If stored in unopened containers according to manufacturer’s instructions, the shelf life is 12 months.

Storage Conditions

SikaPaver®-3131 must be stored in a place where the temperature does not drop below 5°C.

Density

1.090 -1.100

pH-Value

5.0 – 7.0

 
System information

Compatibility

SikaPaver®-3131 is not compatible with ViscoCrete superplasticizers.

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

SikaPaver®-3131 is a liquid ready-to-use admixture to be added to the concrete during the mixing process. The best results are obtained when the admixture is added after all the other components are already in the mixer and after the addition of at least 80% of the total water. The water content is adjusted to obtain the desired consistency or workability.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

The normally recommended dosage rate is:

0.3 to 1.0 litres per 100 kg of cement.
Other dosages may be used in special cases according to specific job site conditions. In this case, please consult our Technical Services Department.

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