PRODUCT DATA SHEET

SikaGrout®-228
High strength shrinkage compensated cementitious grout

DESCRIPTION CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES

SikaGrout®-228 is a high strength, pumpable, non- SikaGrout®-228 is an economical and easy to use ma-
shrink, self-levelling, prebagged cementitious grouting terial requiring only the addition of water. Other bene-
mortar with extended working time to suit local ambi- ficial properties are:
ent temperatures. ▪ Easy to mix and apply
▪ Pumpable with good flow characteristics
USES ▪ Very high early and ultimate strength
▪ Impact resistant
SikaGrout®-228 is for grouting in the following loca- ▪ Non-corrosive
tions with clearances of 5 mm or more: ▪ Non-toxic
▪ Machine foundations ▪ Iron and chloride free
▪ Columns in pre-cast construction ▪ Dense and non-shrink (2-step expansion)
▪ Concrete anchors ▪ Extended working time
▪ Cavities
▪ Gaps
▪ Recesses
▪ Rail beds

PRODUCT INFORMATION
Packaging 25 kg bag
Appearance / Colour Grey powder
Shelf Life 6 months from the date of production
Storage Conditions Store properly in original, unopened and undamaged sealed packaging in
dry conditions between +5 °C to +35 °C. Protect from direct sunlight, rain
and water.
Density
Maximum Grain Size 1.2 mm

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compressive Strength 1 day > 33 N/mm² (EN 12190)
7 days > 56 N/mm²
28 days > 75 N/mm²

Expansion ~0.63 % (at 24 hours) (ASTM C 940)

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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Mixing Ratio Flowable consistency 3.5–3.6 L water per 25 kg of grout
Fresh Mortar Density ~2.2 kg/l
Yield Flowable consistency
SikaGrout®-228 1.92 kg 25 kg 77 x 25 kg bag
Water 0.28 L 3.5–3.6 L 277 L
Volume mortar 1L 13.05 L 1 m³

Layer Thickness 5 mm min. / 50 mm max. (per pour)

Flowability 270 mm (ASTM C305-99)

Setting Time 4 h 20 m (ASTM C 191)

BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA All absorbent surfaces must be well saturated with
clean water, but be free of any surface water or
All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are puddles prior to the application of SikaGrout®-228.
based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may Concrete, mortar and stone
vary due to circumstances beyond our control. Surfaces must be sound, clean, and free from frost,
oils, grease, standing water, all loosely adhering
particles and other surface contaminants.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS Metal surfaces (iron and steel)
▪ The formwork shall be constructed to be leak proof. Surfaces must be clean, free from scale, rust, oil and
This can be achieved by using foam rubber strips or grease.
mastic sealant beneath the formwork and between MIXING
joints.
▪ Non-shrink grout contains additives which expands Place 70–80 % of the premeasured clean water (de-
either during the plastic stage and / or the hardening pending on consistency required - refer to ‘Mix Ratio’)
stage to compensate for the shrinkage of the cemen- into a clean container and gradually add the whole
titious matrix. However, this ‘non-shrink’ property bag of SikaGrout®-228 into it while continuously mix-
will be effective only if the material is not subjected ing. Add the remaining water until the desired consist-
to water loss. ency is obtained. Mix for 2–3 minutes with a mixing
This is confirmed by a note in ASTM C 1107- Stand- paddle attached to a slow speed drill (500 rpm max.).
ard Specification for packaged dry, hydraulic cement Do not use a free-fall mixer.
grout (non-shrinkable), which clarifies the behaviour
of non-shrink grouts when subjected to some drying: APPLICATION
“Note 1: Since all conditions of use cannot be anticip-
ated, this specification requires non-shrink grout to After mixing, stir lightly with a spatula for a few
exhibit no shrinkage when tested in a laboratory- seconds to release any entrapped air. Pour the mortar
controlled moist-cured environment, and requires within 10–15 minutes after mixing. When carrying out
only the reporting of the observed height change, baseplate grouting, ensure sufficient pressure head is
usually shrinkage, when test specimens are subject maintained to keep the mortar flowing. Exposed parts
to some degree of drying”. of the mortar surface should be kept as small as pos-
sible.
ECOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY Any bolt pockets must be grouted prior to grouting
between the substrate and the base plate. Pouring
User must read the most recent corresponding Safety shall be from one side of the void to eliminate any air
Data Sheets (SDS) before using any products. The SDS or pre-soaking water getting trapped under the base-
provides information and advice on the safe handling, plate. It is advisable to pour the grout across the
storage and disposal of chemical products and con- shortest distance of travel. The grout head must be
tains physical, ecological, toxicological and other maintained at all times so that a continuous grout
safety-related data. front is achieved.
Grouting large volumes
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS For sections thicker than 50 mm, it is necessary to fill
the SikaGrout®-228 with graded 10 mm silt free ag-
SUBSTRATE QUALITY / PRE-TREATMENT gregate to minimise temperature rise. The quantity of
aggregate shall not exceed 1 part aggregate to 1 part
The substrate shall be prepared by suitable mechanic- SikaGrout®-228 by weight. Mixing ratio will be de-
al preparation techniques such as high pressure water, termined by consistency required and moisture con-
breakers, grit blasting, scabblers, etc. tent of aggregates used. A preliminary trial is recom-

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mended.
CURING TREATMENT
On completion of the grouting operation, exposed
areas shall be cured with Antisol®-E curing compound
or continuous application of water and/or wet Hessi-
an.
CLEANING OF TOOLS
Clean all tools and application equipment with water
immediately after use. Hardened or cured material
can only be mechanically removed.

LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
Please note that as a result of specific local regulations
the performance of this product may vary from coun-
try to country. Please consult the local Product Data
Sheet for the exact description of the application
fields.

LEGAL NOTES
The information, and, in particular, the recommenda-
tions relating to the application and end-use of Sika
products, are given in good faith based on Sika's cur-
rent knowledge and experience of the products when
properly stored, handled and applied under normal
conditions in accordance with Sika’s recommenda-
tions. In practice, the differences in materials, sub-
strates and actual site conditions are such that no war-
ranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a
particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either
from this information, or from any written recom-
mendations, or from any other advice offered. The
user of the product must test the product’s suitability
for the intended application and purpose. Sika re-
serves the right to change the properties of its
products. The proprietary rights of third parties must
be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our
current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always
refer to the most recent issue of the local Product
Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which
will be supplied on request.

Sika Kimia Sdn. Bhd.

Lot 689, Nilai Industrial Estate,
71800 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan D.K.
Malaysia
Phone: +606-7991762
e-mail: info@my.sika.com
Website: www.sika.com.my

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