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AQUAFINAdmixtures
www.aquafin.net
Building Product SystemsWaterproofing &Concrete Restoration
Decorative Coatings
Moisture Vapor Remediation &Flooring
Injection Grouting
Crystalline & hydrophobicliquid waterproofing admixturefor concrete structures
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Floating concrete docks in Hamburg, Germanysharbor poured with AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus modifiedconcrete
A large foundation wall and slab project donewith AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus
AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX added onsiteand poured in Havre de Grace, MD
AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX added onsitefor gunite application in Denver, CO
AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXis the worlds firstliquid crystalline waterproofing admixture for
concrete.
Now we have developed the nextgeneration: AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus.
AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plusis the first cry-stalline admixture with added hydrophobicproperties that creates concrete which isinstantly water resistant.
Both products are based on innovativecrystalline technology which reacts withmoisture and free lime, creating millions ofnanocrystals. The crystalls grow throughoutthe concrete matrix, sealing the voids andmaking the concrete structure waterproof yetbreathable.
Unlike powder admixtures, AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXand AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Pluscompletely eliminate the risk of clumping,and ensure even distribution of the water-proofing throughout the concrete structure.They can be added to concrete during thebatching process at the concrete plant or at
the construction site to a ready-mix truck withfull mixing capabilities.
AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXand AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plusbecome a permanent, integralpart of the concrete, extremely resistant tohigh hydrostatic pressure. In addition towaterproofing, they significantly increasethe freeze-thaw resistance of concrete, whileprotecting reinforcement from the corrosiveeffects of moisture.
AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXand AQUAFIN-IC-
ADMIX-Plussubstantially reduce the amountof time and labor associated with applyingtraditional waterproof coatings, making aperfect waterproofing solution for largeconcrete structures.
Typical applications include water tanks,water catchment basins or wastewatertreatment facilities, parking structures, tunnelsand waterproofing of foundation walls andslabs.
The next generation of integral waterproofingadmixtures
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atic crack in the concrete.
water enters the crack it is sealed duee crystalline growth promoted by themistry within AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX andUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus.
A view into the crack before water appearedand spurred the chemical reaction.
A view into the crack after the chemical reactionoccured, clearly showing AQUAFIN nanocrystals.
5 mm
10 mm
cube without AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus
trol)Test cube with AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus
Active crack sealing
As the chemistry within AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXand AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plusseals thecapillary pores within the concrete, the samereaction occurs within static shrinkage cracks(up to 1/64 - 0.4 mm).
As water finds its way into the cracks, thecrystalline reaction is activated, forming nanocrystals within the crack which seals it and pvents further flow of water.
During a comprehensive trial, concrete cubeswere created using AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXand AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus. Cracks wecreated in the cubes, which were then placedinto testing equipment and subjected to constwater pressure.
All cubes made with the AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXand AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plusdisp
yed an automatic crack self sealing effect ocracks from 0.2 to 0.4 mm within a reasonatime frame. In contrast, the cracks in the contcubes (which were created without any additives and subjected to the same testing) did ndisplay a reduction in water penetration ratesor self sealing of cracks.
Reduced water penetratio
Test results prove that adding AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXor AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus toconcrete reduces water penetration by up to60%, as illustrated. Control cubes experiencwater penetration rates of up to 10 mm (0.4while the AQUAFIN treated cubes only had penetration rates of max. 2 mm (0.08).
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AQUAFIN, Inc.Triumph Industrial Park505 Blue Ball Rd., #160
Elkton, MD 21921
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20+Toll Free: 1-866-AQUAFINPhone: (410) 392-2300Fax: (410) 392-2324
E-mail: [email protected]
By taking a complete systems approach it is easy toseal the entire building envelope in an efficient manner.Combining waterproof concrete with the right joint detailsprovides designers with multiple options of delivering drystructures.
Cost saving designs are achieved by eliminating the useof traditional waterproofing membranes, however when
special conditions require subsequentcoatings, the treated concrete canbe coated with a variety of products,including waterproof coatings andarchitectural or elastomeric finishes.
Advantages:
lProtects rebar against corrosion
lLess surface discoloration compared
to other crystalline admixtures(AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus)
lSelf healing of static cracks
lDoes not affect bond of subsequentlyapplied coatings
lEasy to mix with concrete,liquid no risk of clumping
lBreathable not a vapor barrier
Integral Building Envelope Waterproofing
Product Comparison AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-Plus
Immediately water resistant No Yes
Standard sealing time 1 - 4 weeks Instant
Liquid admixture Yes Yes
Alters mix design No No
NSF/ANSI 61 certified forpotable water
Yes Undergoing testing
Cured concrete is breathable Yes Yes
Hydrophobic No YesQualifies for LEED points Yes Yes
Reswellable
AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIXorAQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX-P
treated concrete
or HydrophylicWaterstop
lNSF/ANSI 61 certified for potable water(AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX)
lPermanent
lNo VOCs - environmentally friendly
lLow consumption / economical