Conbextra AT constructive solutions

Non-shrink high performance cementitious

grout Properties

The following results were obtained at a water: powder

Uses
ratio of 0.15 and 25°C temperature.
Conbextra AT is a high strength grout designed for
Test method Typical result
grouting beneath bridge bearings, parapet posts, flanged
Compressive strength
lighting columns and other grouting applications.
ASTM C109 (Restrained) : >30 N/mm2 @ 24 hours
>60 N/mm2 @ 7 days
Advantages
>80 N/mm2 @ 28 days
Flexural strength
 Non-shrink
ASTM C580 : >7 N/mm2 @ 7 days
 High early and ultimate compressive strengths >10 N/mm2 @ 28 days
Volume change % (Positive expansion)
 Good flow
ASTM C827 : < 2%
 Low permeability ensures durability Pull off strength >1.5 N/mm2
BS 1881 Pt. 207 :
 Can be poured or pumped
Rapid Chloride
Permeability AASHTO : very low
Standards compliance T277:1993
Water permeability DIN
Conbextra AT fully conforms to ASTM C1107-91. 1048 : 3 mm
Initial surface absorption BS 1881
Description Pt. 208:8.1.3.1:1996 (2 hrs) : Nil

Conbextra AT is a ready to use dry powder supplied in Instructions for use

25kg bags. Conbextra AT has been formulated specifically
for grouting of bridge bearings and parapet post base
Preparation
plates. The addition of a controlled amount of clean water
produces a free-flowing grout with high early and ultimate
Concrete surfaces
strengths as well as long term durability, suitable for use in
section thicknesses 10mm to 100mm. Thicker sections
The substrate surface must be free from oil, grease or any
can be achieved by incorporating clean, dry 10mm
loosely adherent material. If the concrete surface is
aggregate, consult Fosroc for further details.
defective or has laitance, it must be cut back to a sound
base. Bolt holes and fixing pockets must be blown clean of
Specification
any dirt or debris.
Supplier specification Pre-soaking
All grouting must be carried out using Conbextra AT non- For a minimum of 2 hours prior to grouting, the area of
shrink cementitious grout manufactured by Fosroc. cleaned substrate should be flooded with fresh water.
Storage, mixing, placing and curing shall be in accordance Immediately before grouting takes place, any free water
with the suppliers current technical data sheet. should be removed. Particular care should be taken to
blow out all bolt holes and pockets.
Performance specification

All high strength grouting (specify details and areas of Bearing plate / parapet post baseplate
application) must be carried out with a pre-packaged
cement based product which is mixed with a measured It is essential that this area is clean and free from oil,
amount of water at a water: powder ratio of 0.15. The grease or scale. Air pressure relief holes should be
compressive strength of the grout must exceed 40 N/mm2 provided to allow venting of any isolated high spots.
@ 24 hours, 65 N/mm2 @ 7 days and 80 N/mm2 @ 28
days. Levelling shims

If these are to be removed after the grout has hardened,

they should be treated with a thin layer of grease.

Formwork
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The formwork should be constructed to be leakproof as Sufficient grout must be available prior to starting and the
Conbextra AT is a free flowing grout. This can be time taken to pour a batch must be regulated to the time
achieved by using foam rubber strip or mastic sealant taken to prepare the next one.
beneath the constructed formwork and between joints.
The mixed grout should be poured only from one side of
In some cases it is practical to use sacrificial semi-dry the void to eliminate the entrapment of air or surplus pre-
sand and cement formwork. The formwork should include soaking water. This is best achieved by pouring the grout
outlets for the pre-soaking water. across the shortest distance of travel. The grout head
must be maintained at all times so that a continuous grout
Unrestrained surface area front is achieved.

This must be kept to a minimum. Generally the gap width Where large volumes have to be placed Conbextra AT
between the perimeter formwork and the plate edge may be pumped. A heavy duty diaphragm pump is
should not exceed 75 mm on the pouring side and 25 mm recommended for this purpose. Screw feed and piston
on the opposite side. There should be no gap at the flank pumps may also be suitable.
sides.
Curing
Mixing
On completion of the grouting operation, exposed areas
For best results a mechanically powered grout mixer should be thoroughly cured. This should be done by the
should be used. For small quantities, use a slow speed use of Concure curing membrane, or continuous
drill fitted with a Fosroc Mixing Paddle (MR3). Larger application of water and/or wet burlap.
quantities will require a high shear vane mixer. Do not use
a colloidal impeller mixer. Cleaning

It is essential that machine mixing capacity and labour Conbextra AT should be removed from tools and
availability is adequate to enable the grouting operation to equipment with clean water immediately after use. Cured
be carried out continuously. This may require the use of a material can be removed mechanically, or with Fosroc
holding tank with provision for gentle agitation to maintain Acid Etch.
fluidity.
Sampling procedure
Water addition
Cementitious grouts cannot be tested as concrete. Special
Add 3.75 liters of water to each 25 kg bag of Conbextra sampling procedure are required refer to your local Fosroc
AT to produce a fluid grout. office for further details.

The water should be accurately measured into the mixer. High temperature working
Slowly add the total contents of the Conbextra AT bag;
mix continuously at high speed for 5 minutes, ensuring a It is suggested that, for temperatures above 35°C, the
smooth, even consistency is obtained. following guidelines are adopted as good working practice:

Note: For the first two to three minutes of mixing the (i) Store unmixed material in a cool (preferably
mixture will be of a stiff consistency. temperature controlled) environment, avoiding
exposure to direct sunlight.

Placing (ii) Keep equipment cool, arranging shade protection if

necessary. It is especially important to keep cool
Immediately prior to placement, the mixed grout should be those surfaces of the equipment which will come into
briefly agitated to release any surface tension. Place the direct contact with the material itself.
grout within 15 minutes of mixing to gain the full benefit of
the expansion process. Conbextra AT can be placed in (iii) Try to eliminate application during the hottest times of
thicknesses up to 100 mm in a single pour. the day and in direct sunlight.

For thicker sections (above 100mm) it will be necessary to (iv) Make sufficient material, plant and labour available to
fill out Conbextra AT with a well graded 10mm, silt free ensure that application is a continuous process.
aggregate to minimise exotherm. If bulking with aggregate
is used the ratio shall not exceed 1:1. Contact Fosroc for (v) Water (below 20°C) should be used for mixing with
details of pre-bagged supply. The properties of a bulked the grout prior to placement.
grout will differ from those published in this data sheet.

Any bolt pockets must be grouted prior to grouting

between the substrate and the base plate. Continuous
grout flow during the grouting operation is essential.
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Limitations Additional Information

Grouts should not be placed in any unrestricted situation, Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary
i.e. base plate plinths, etc. Failure to comply may lead to products which include:
crack development in the grout.
 waterproofing membranes & waterstops
Technical support
 joint sealants & filler boards
Fosroc offers a comprehensive technical support service t  cementitious & epoxy grouts
specifiers, end users and contractors. It is also able to offer
on-site technical assistance, an AutoCAD facility and  specialised flooring materials
dedicated specification assistance in locations all over the
world. Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
products specifically designed for the repair and
Estimating refurbishment of damaged concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic
Approach’ to concrete repair features the following:
Supply
Conbextra AT : 25 kg bags  hand-placed repair mortars
 spray grade repair mortars
Yield
Conbextra AT : 10.0 liter/bag  fluid micro-concretes
 chemically resistant epoxy mortars
Storage
 anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
Conbextra AT has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry  chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
store in sealed bags. If stored in high temperature and high
humidity locations, the shelf life will be reduced. For further information on any of the above, please consult
your local Fosroc office - as below.

Precautions

Health and safety

Conbextra AT contains cement powders which, when mixed

or become damp, release alkalis which can be harmful to
the skin. During use, avoid inhalation of dust and contact
with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves, eye protection and respiratory protective equipment.

The use of barrier creams provides additional skin

protection. In case of contact with skin, rinse with plenty of
clean water, then cleanse with soap and water. In case of
contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty of clean
water and seek medical advice. If swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately – do not induce vomiting.

Fire

Conbextra AT is non-flammable.

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 Services, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that
any advice, recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct
or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the
use of its products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

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