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 Definition
Admixtures are chemicals which are added to concrete at the mixing stage to modify some of the properties of
the mix. Admixtures should never be regarded as a substitute for good materials, good mix design and good
workmanship.
An admixture for concrete is defined as a material other than water, hydraulic cement, and aggregates that is
used as an ingredient of concrete and is added to the batch immediately before or during mixing.
History
Admixtures have long been recognized as important components of concrete used to improve its
performance. The original use of admixtures in cementitious mixtures is not well documented. It is known that
cement mixed with organic matter was applied as a surface coat for water resistance or tinting purposes. It
would be a logical step to use
such materials, which imparted desired qualities to the surface, as integral parts of the mixture. The use of
natural admixtures in concrete was a logical progression. Materials used as admixtures included milk and lard
(Sheep Fat) by the Romans; eggs during the middle ages in Europe; polished glutinous rice paste, lacquer,
tung oil, blackstrap molasses, and extracts from elm soaked in water and boiled bananas by the Chinese; and
in Mesoamerica and Peru, cactus juice and latex from rubber plants. The Mayans also used bark extracts and
other substances as set retarders to keep stucco workable for a long period of time. Also the well known
Egyptians Pyramids construction involved the usage of Animal blood as plasticizers.
Uses of Admixtures
The most common reasons for using admixtures in concrete are:
• To increase workability without changing water content.
• To reduce water content without changing work ability.
• To alter setting time.
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• To reduce segregation and/or bleeding.

• To improve pumpability.
• To accelerate the rate of strength development at early ages.
• To enhance strength development.
• To improve potential durability and reduce permeability.
• To reduce the cubic meter cost of concrete and etc.,
Types of Admixtures
Admixtures are normally categorized according to their effect:
• Plasticizers (water-reducing agents)
• Super-plasticizers
• Air Entrainers
• Accelerators
• Retarders
• Others (Pozzolonic Admixtures PFA,GGBFS,MS etc.,)
Many admixtures provide combinations of properties such as plasticizer / retarders or plasticizer / air
entrainers. Each admixture type is discussed in the following sections.

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Plasticizers
When added to a concrete mix, plasticizers (water reducing agents) are absorbed on the surface of the binder particles, causing
them to repel each other and deflocculate. This results in improved workability and provides a more even distribution of the binder
particles through the mix. The main types of plasticizers are lignosulphonic acids and their salts, hydroxylated carboxylic acids and
their salts, and modifications of both.
Dosage
The typical dosage of a plasticizer varies from 200ml 450 ml per 100 kg of
cementitious material.
Uses
• Plasticizers usually increase the slump of concrete with a given water content.
• Plasticizers can reduce the water requirement of a concrete mix for a given Image
workability, as a rule-of-thumb, by about 10%.
• The addition of a plasticizer makes it possible to achieve a given strength with a
Lower cement content.
• Plasticizers may improve pumpability.
Practical considerations
• A number of plasticizers contain a retarder and can cause problems if overdozed.
• Some plasticizers contain chlorides which may increase the danger of corrosion of reinforcing steel.
• While some plasticizers entrain varying amounts of air, others are reasonably consistent in the amount of air they entrain.
• Where plasticizers are used to increase workability, the shrinkage and creep will invariably be increase.

Superplasticizers
These admixtures are chemically distinct from normal plasticizers and although their action is basically the same, it is more marked.
When they are used to produce flowing concrete a rapid loss of workability can be expected and
therefore they should be added just prior to placing. Superplasticizers are usually chemical compounds such as sulphonated
melamine formaldehyde, sulphonated naphthalene formaldehyde, and modified lignosulshonates.
Dosage
The normal dosage of a superplasticizer is between 750ml and 1500 ml per 100 kg of cementitious material
Uses
• In areas of congested reinforcement.
• Where a self-levelling consistence facilitates placing.
• For high-strength concretes by decreasing the water: cement ratio as a result of
reducing the water content by 15-25%.
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• Special mixes must be designed for superplasticizers and their use must be
carefully controlled.
• The effect of a superplasticizer may disappear as soon as 30 minutes after
mixing depending on the type and intensity of the retardation.
• They have a relatively high unit cost.
• Where superplasticizers are used to produce very high workability, the shrinkage and creep will be increased.

Air Entrainers
An air-entraining agent introduces air in the form of minute bubbles distributed uniformly throughout the cement paste. The main
types include salts of wood resins, animal or vegetable fats and oils and sulphonated hydrocarbons.
Dosage
Typical dosage for air-entraining agents is between 50ml and 150ml per 100kg of cementitious material.
Uses
• Where improved resistance of hardened concrete to damage from freezing and thawing is required.
• For improved workability, especially in harsh or lean mixes.
• To reduce bleeding and segregation, especially when a mix lacks fines.
Practical considerations
• Air entrainment may reduce the strength of concrete and overdosing can cause major loss of strength. As a rule-of-
thumb, 1% air may cause a strength loss of 5%. It is therefore important that mixes be specially designed for air
entrainment and that the percentage of air entrained during construction be monitored.
• Because the doses are so small, special dispensers and accurate monitoring are required.
• Different types and sources of cement/cement extenders may result in the
entrainment of different amounts of air for the same dose and mix proportions.
• A change in cementitious content, in the grading or proportions of the fine
fractions of sand will normally alter the volume of air entrained.
• The amount or air entrained may depend on the source and grading of sand in
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• Forced-action mixers entrain larger volumes of air than other types.

• Increasing ambient temperature tends to reduce the volume of air entrained.
• The use of Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) and fly ash (FA)
Tend to reduce the amount of air entrained.
• Duration of mixing can also affect air content.

Accelerators
These admixtures speed up the chemical reaction of the cement and water and hence accelerate the rate of setting and/or early
gain in strength of concrete. Among the main types of accelerators are calcium chloride, calcium formate, soda ash, potassium
chloride and a number of organic materials. Calcium chloride appears to be the only one that is reasonably predictable in its
performance, but it tends to promote corrosion of steel in concrete.
Uses
• Where rapid setting and high early strengths are required (eg in shaft sinking).
• Where rapid turnover of moulds or formwork is required.
• Where concreting takes place under very cold conditions.
Practical Considerations
• Certain accelerators may increase drying shrinkage, cracking and creep.
• They may cause lower flexural strengths.
• Many chloride-based accelerators promote corrosion of reinforcing steel.
• Calcium chloride should not be used in: Image
- Reinforced concrete
- Water-retaining structures
- Prestressed concrete
- Steam-cured concrete
• Overdosing with these materials can caused marked retardation.
• Accelerators work more effectively at lower ambient temperatures.

Retarders
These admixtures slow the chemical reaction of the cement and water leading to longer setting times and slower initial strength
gain. The most common retarders are hydroxylated carboxylic acids, borax, lignins, sugar and some phosphates.
Uses
• When placing concrete in hot weather, particularly when the concrete is pumped.
• To prevent cold joints due to duration of placing.
• In concrete which has to be transported for a long time.
Practical considerations
• If a mix is overdosed beyond the limit recommended, retardation can last for days.
• Retarders often increase plastic shrinkage and plastic settlement cracking.
• Delayed addition of retarders can result in extended retardation.
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MYK SAVEMIX P100

Plasticizing Admixture
Description:
MYK SAVEMIX P 100 is a plasticizing high performance and medium range water reducing & retarding admixture. The product is
based on modified Ligno Sulphonates to give water reductions up to 5% 10% without loss of workability or to produce high quality
concrete of reduced permeability.
MYK Savemix P 100 is supplied as a brown liquid instantly dispersible in water. It disperses the fine particles in the concrete mix,
enabling the water content of the concrete to perform more effectively and improving the consistency of the concrete. This produces
higher levels of workability for the same water content, allowing benefits such as water reduction and increased strengths to be taken.
Uses
• Suitable for high performance concrete for low grades.
• To produce pumpable concrete
• To increase workability without extra water
• To improve cohesion, minimizing segregation and give better finish.
• To produce low permeable concrete. Image
Advantages
• Improved workability - Easier, quicker placing and compaction.
• Increased strength - Provides high early strength if water reduction is taken
Advantage of.
• Increased quality - Denser, close textured concrete with reduced porosity and hence enhanced durability.
• Higher cohesion - Risk of segregation and bleeding minimized, thus aids pumping of Concrete.
Standards Compliance
MYK Savemix P 100 complies with IS: 9103:1999 and ASTM-C494M - 99a, 1999
Dosage
The recommended Standard dosage should be in compliance with IS: 9103. The dosage is to be fixed based on the confirmatory
trails executed in the site. The recommended dosage is not to exceed 0.4% - 1.0% the range. A prior confirmatory trials at site are
mandatory to access a proper dosage for a given cement brand and other ingredients of the concrete.
Packaging
20 Kgs & 225 Kgs
Shelf Life
12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK SAVEMIX SP111

Medium range super plasticizing admixture.
Description
MYK SAVEMIX SP 111 is a super plasticizing high performance and medium range water reducing & retarding admixture. The
product is a blend of Ligno Sulphonates & SNF to give water reductions up to 10% 15% without loss of workability or to produce
high quality concrete of reduced permeability. MYK Savemix SP111 is supplied as a brown liquid instantly dispersible in water.
Uses
• Suitable for high performance concrete
• To produce pumpable concrete
• To increase workability without extra water
• To improve cohesion, minimizing segregation and give better finish.
• Chloride free, hence safe to use in reinforced concrete.
• Can be used with concrete containing Fly Ash and GGBS.
Advantages
• Improved workability - Easier, quicker placing and compaction.
• Increased strength - Provides high early strength if water reduction is taken
advantage of.
• Increased quality - Denser, close textured concrete with reduced porosity
and hence enhanced durability.
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• Higher cohesion - Risk of segregation and bleeding minimized,
thus aids pumping of Concrete.
Standards Compliance
MYK Savemix SP111 complies with IS: 9103:1999 and ASTM-C494M - 99a,
1999 Type 'G'.
Dosage
The recommended Standard dosage should be in compliance with IS: 9103. The dosage is to be fixed based on the confirmatory
trails executed in the site. The recommended dosage not to exceed 1.2% - 1.4%.
Packaging
20 Kgs & 250 Kgs
Shelf Life:
12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK SAVEMIX SP 200

Super Plasticizing Admixture for High Grade Concrete

Description
MYK SAVEMIX SP 200 is a super plasticizing high performance and high range water reducing & retarding admixture for High
Grade Concretes. MYK Savemix SP 200 is based on SNF Polymers and is supplied as a brown liquid instantly dispersible in water. It
has been specially formulated to give high water reductions up to 25% without loss of workability or to produce high quality
concrete of reduced permeability.
Uses:
• Suitable for high performance concrete
• To produce pumpable concrete
• To increase workability without extra water Image
• To improve cohesion, minimising segregation and give better finish.
• Chloride free, safe for use in pre-stressed and reinforced concrete
• Can be used with concrete containing micro-silica and other cement replacements.
Advantages
• Improved workability-Easier, quicker placing and compaction.
• Increased strength - Provides high early strength if water
reduction is taken advantage of.
• Increased quality - Denser, close textured concrete with
reduced porosity and hence enhanced durability.
• Higher cohesion - Risk of segregation and bleeding minimized, thus aids Image
pumping of Concrete.
Standards Compliance
MYK Savemix SP200 complies with IS: 9103:1999 & BS: 5075 Part 3 - 1985, and
ASTM-C 494 Type 'G' as a high range water reducing admixture.
Dosage
The recommended Standard dosage should be in compliance with IS: 9103. The dosage is to be fixed based on the confirmatory
trails executed in the site. The recommended dosage can be between 0.6 to 1.5%, but over this dosage a proper trails is to be
executed before it is been implemented.
Packaging
20 Kgs & 250 Kgs.
Shelf Life
12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.
MYK REMICRETE PC 20
A High performance concrete hyper- plasticizer based on poly-carboxylic technology.

Description
MYK Remicrete PC20 differentiated from conventional superplasticizers in that it is based on a unique carboxylic ether polymer with
long lateral chains. This greatly improves cement dispersion. At the start of the mixing process an electrostatic dispersion occurs (the
cement particle's capacity to separate and disperse). This mechanism considerably reduces the water demand in flowable concrete.
MYK Remicrete PC20 combines properties of water reduction and workability retention. It allows the production of high
performance concrete and/or concrete with high workability.
Uses
• MYK Remicrete PC20 is a high performance super-plasticizer intended for applications where increased early and
ultimate compressive strengths are required.
• In Self compacting concrete
• In Pumping concrete.
• Concrete requiring long workability retention.
• High performance concrete
Advantages
• Increased early and ultimate compressive strengths
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• Improved adhesion to reinforcing and prestressing steel.
• Better resistance to carbonation and low permeability
• Better resistance to aggressive atmospheric conditions
• Reduced shrinkage and creep and Increased durability
Standards Compliance:
MYK Remicrete PC20 complies with BS: 5075 Part 1 - 1985, and ASTM-C 494.
Dosage
The optimum dosage of MYK Remicrete PC20 to meet specific requirements
should be determined by trials using the materials and conditions that will be
experienced in use. The normal dosage range is between 0.3 to
2.5 kgs/100 kg of cementitious material. Dosage outside the normal range
quoted above can be used to meet particular mix requirements. Over dosages may cause delay in setting time.
Packaging : 200 Kgs.
Shelf Life : 12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK REMICRETE PC 5
High performance concrete super plasticizer based on modified poly-carboxylic technology.

Description
MYK Remicrete PC 5 differentiated from conventional super-plasticizers in that it is based on modified carboxylic ether polymer
with long lateral chains associated . This greatly improves cement dispersion. At the start of the mixing process an electrostatic
dispersion occurs which considerably reduces the water demand in flowable concrete. MYK Remicrete PC 5 combines properties
of water reduction and workability retention.
Uses
• MYK Remicrete PC5 is a high performance super-plasticizer intended
for applications where increased early retentions and for a betterment of
Harsh mixes.
• In Pumping concrete.
• Concrete requiring long workability retention.
• High performance concrete Image
Advantages
• Improved adhesion to reinforcing and prestressing steel.
• Better resistance to carbonation and low permeability
• Better resistance to aggressive atmospheric conditions
• Reduced shrinkage and creep and Increased durability
Standards Compliance:
MYK Remicrete PC20 complies with BS: 5075 Part 1 - 1985, and ASTM-C 494.
Dosage
The optimum dosage of MYK Remicrete PC 5 to meet specific requirements
should be determined by trials using the materials and conditions that will be
experienced in use. The normal dosage range is between 0.3 to
2.5 ltrs/100 kg of cementitious material. Dosage outside the normal range quoted above can be used to meet particular mix
requirements. Over dosages may cause delay in setting time.
Packaging : 200 Kgs.
Shelf Life : 12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK Betocrete 406

Highly effective superplasticizer, blend of superplasticizers with pozzolanes.

Description
MYK Betocrete 406 is an aqueous suspension of a highly active pozzolan in combination with selected superplasticizers.
The effect is synergetic:
• Reduction of the capillary pores by decrease of the w/c-ratio.
• Capillary sealing via reaction of surplus lime hydrate with reactive pozzolane.
Uses
• As for hardened concrete, the tightness, strength and resistance against
chemical and mechanical attacks is substantially improved.
• Fair-faced concrete becomes more homogenous.
• MYK Betocrete 406 improves the pump ability and stability of fresh
concrete while minimizing bleeding at the same time.
• Concrete requiring long workability retention.
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• High performance concrete
Advantages
• Increased early and ultimate compressive strengths
• Improved adhesion to reinforcing and prestressing steel.
• Better resistance to carbonation and low permeability
• Better resistance to aggressive atmospheric conditions
• Reduced shrinkage and creep and Increased durability
• Can be used successfully for grades above M60 and M80.
• The use of Micro silica can be nullified.
Dosage
MYK Betocrete 406 is always added as the last component to the ready mix.
Sufficient final batching times must be allowed. During first use, 2/3 of the usual
water quantity is dosed, followed by the required quantity of the pozzolan
admixture. Further batches are produced with the so determined water quantity.
In case of longer idle times, the admixture should be homogenized by Image
stirring or repumping before each application., as the material has the
tendency for soft settlements. Suitability tests accord to valid standards and
norms should be carried out prior to usage.
The prescribed dosage is 0.7 3.5% by weight of cement. The exact dose can be
obtained from the site trials.
Packaging : 200 Kgs.
Shelf Life : 12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.
MYK PROOF WP10
Integral Waterproofing Admixture
Description
MYK PROOF WP10 is chloride free water reducing cum integral waterproofing admixture which is based on selected sugar-
reduced lingo-sulphonates. It is supplied as a brown solution which instantly disperses in water. MYK Proof WP10 disperses the fine
particles in concrete mix, enabling the water content of the concrete to perform more effectively and improving the consistency of the
concrete. This produces higher levels of workability for the same water content, allowing benefits such as water reduction and
increased impermeability.
Uses
• Suitable for low permeability concrete
• To increase workability without extra water
• To improve cohesion, minimizing segregation and give better finish.
• Chloride free
• Water reducer.
Advantages
• Improved workability - Easier, quicker placing and compaction. Image
• Increased strength - Provides high early strength if water reduction is taken
advantage of.
• Increased quality - Denser, close textured concrete with reduced porosity
and hence enhanced durability.
• Higher cohesion - Risk of segregation and bleeding minimized, thus aids
Pumping of Concrete.
Standards Compliance: MYK Proof WP 10 complies with IS: 2645 - 2003.
Dosage : A typical dosage in general recommended is 200 Gms / Bag of Cement.
Packaging : 20 Kgs & 225 Kgs
Shelf Life : 12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK Remitard RT
Integral Waterproofing Admixture
Description
MYK Remitard RT is a chloride free water reducing admixture based on selected hydroxyl-carboxylic materials. It is supplied as
brown solution which instantly disperses in water. MYK Remitard RT disperses the fine particles in the concrete enabling the water
content of the concrete to perform more effectively. The initial hydration of the cement is also delayed, resulting in a delay in the
setting time of the concrete with no adverse effect on subsequent stiffening and strength gain.
Uses
• To improve the effectiveness of the water content of a concrete mix.
• To extend the setting time of concrete, extending working times and minimizing delay problems.
• To extend the working life of semi-dry concrete screeds
• Particularly suitable for use in mixes having fly ash and also improve the
working life of semi dry concrete mixes, specifically RCC ( Roller
Compacted Concrete) type of mixes.
Advantages
• Improved workability - Easier, quicker placing and compaction.
• Cold joints can be avoided.
• Heat of Hydration would be in controlled in case of major concrete pours,
• Higher cohesion - Risk of segregation and bleeding minimized, thus aids Image
pumping of Concrete.
• Performs best during High Temperatures.
Standards Compliance:
MYK Remitard RT complies with BS 5075 part 1 and with ASTM C 494 Type B & D.
Dosage : A typical dosage in general recommended is 0.5 % - 0.8% Bag of Cement.
Packaging : 20 Kgs & 250 Kgs.
Shelf Life : 12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.
MYK Remi-air AEA
Air Entraining Admixture
Description
MYK Remi-air AEA is a chloride free air entraining admixture based on neutralised vinson resin. It is supplied as a translucent water
white colored solution which instantly disperses in water. MYK Remi-air AEA acts at the interface between the mixing water and
cement/aggregate particles to produce microscopic air bubbles, which are evenly distributed throughout the concrete. The
entrained air enhances durability by providing protection against the rapid temperature changes found in freezing and thawing
conditions and with the use of de-icing
Uses
• To produce air entrained concrete for increased durability and resistance to damage by frost and deicing salts.
• Typical applications include concrete roads and bridge decks, airport
runways and taxiways and other extensive areas of concrete exposed to potential frost damage.
• To improve cohesion and workability of concrete mixes where poorly
graded aggregates must be used and bleeding, segregation or sand runs occur.
• As part of a combined admixture system for the production of ready
Mixed retarded mortar
Advantages
• Air entrainment increases the resistance of concrete to attack by frost and
de-icing salts, reducing problems of surface scaling and concrete failure.
• Entrained air bubbles assist in the formation of a stable cohesive mix,
reducing segregation and bleeding.
• Air entrainment improves workability and helps produce a dense, uniform,
close textured surface free from gravel nests and sand runs, so further enhancing durability.
• Excellent air bubble stability allows use with a wide range of aggregate qualities and mix conditions.
• Minute air bubbles present in the concrete will also contribute for the better cohesiveness of the mix.
Standards Compliance:
MYK Remi-air AEA complies with BS 5075 Part 2, BS 4887 P-I ASTM C260
Dosage : A typical dosage in general recommended is 0.5 % - 0.8% Bag of Cement.
Note: An increase in dose of every 1% of Air Entrainment in the Mix would decrease the strength of the concrete by 5%.
Packaging : 20 Kgs & 250 Kgs.
Shelf Life : 12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK Remiset AC
Chloride free Accelerating Admixture
Description
MYK Remiset AC is a chloride free accelerating admixture based on a combination of formate and nitrite salts. It is supplied as a
straw colored solution that instantly disperses in water. MYK Remiset AC accelerates the early stages of cement hydration, producing
more rapid stiffening and allowing strength gain to commence at an earlier stage. This effect is particularly noticeable at low
temperatures and is most significant in the first 24 hours after mixing.
Uses
• To accelerate the setting and early strength gain of Portland cement concrete and
mortar mixes without the introduction of chloride.
• Acts as a plasticiser, so gives significant increases in both ultimate and
early strengths.
• Typical applications include precast concrete, concrete placed in cold
weather, concrete for repairs, mortars for brickwork.
Advantages
• Chloride free, safe in pre-stressed and reinforced concrete Image
• Produces exceptionally high early strengths
• Plasticizing action gives increased workability and / or increased strengths
• Early setting improves frost resistance
• Suitable for bricklaying mortar mixes
• Particularly effective in concrete at low temperatures
Standards Compliance:
MYK Remiset AC complies with BS 5075 Part 1 and ASTM C494 Type C.
Dosage
The recommended dosage range for standard concrete and mortar mixes with all grades of Portland cement is 2.0 to 3.0 litres per
100 kg cement.
Note: An overdose of double the recommended amount of MYK Remiset AC will result in a slight increase in initial acceleration, but
will not materially alter the ultimate strength or characteristics of the cured concrete or mortar.
Packaging : 20 Kgs & 250 Kgs.
Shelf Life : 12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK Remiset ACL

Chloride based Accelerating admixture for Plain Cement Concrete and Mortar.
Description
MYK Remiset ACL is a liquid accelerating admixture for plain cement concrete & mortar. It is designed to accelerate the normal
setting time of concrete. It increases early strengths of the concrete and mortars. It is intended to improvise the physical and
engineering properties of concrete such as workability, compressive and flexural strengths.
Uses
• Concrete Blocks.
• Concrete pipes.
• Precast elements
• Cold weather masonry work for use in stucco, brick laying, blocks and
clay tile laying to accelerate the setting and early strength gain in
concrete and mortar mix.
Advantages
• Prevent the delay of construction jobs in cold weather.
• Reduces initial setting time of concrete. Image
• Increases strengths of concrete and mortar.
• It minimizes bleeding of water in concrete mix.
• It provides high early strength for fast demoulding from framework. .
• Non-toxic
Application::
MYK Remiset ACL is supplied ready for use and should be added to the gauging
water. It should not be added directly to the dry mix. No extension of normal
mixing time is necessary.
Dosage
This varies from 0.5 - 1.5 litres per 50 kg of cement, depending upon the amount of acceleration of hardening required and on the
ambient conditions. The exact dosage should be determined by site trials. For normal acceleration of hardening and emergency
repairs, or very clearly form release, the dosage of MYK Remiset ACL should be approximately 1 litre per 50 kg cement.
MYK Remiset ACL is compatible with all types of Portland Cement, blended cements and special cements. However, trial mix is
recommended for dose fixation. MYK Remiset ACL is formulated from carefully selected raw materials and manufactured under
controlled conditions to give a uniform and consistent product.
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Low viscous liquid
Colour: Yellowish white semi liquid
Sp. Gravity @300C:
Precautions & Limitations:
As the chloride content of the product is more than 4 %, it does cause the corrosion of reinforcing bars or metal decking in the
concrete so not recommended for concrete containing metal bars or metal decking.
Shelf Life & Storage:
Shelf life is 12 months from date of manufacturing in unopened containers. Store at cool & dry place under shaded area and away
from sun heat & fire. Conditions.
Packing :
MYK Remiset ACL is available in 20 and 200 kgs drum.
MYK Remitan PB
Cement Saver for Pre-cast Concreting

Description

MYK Remitan PB is a brown liquid which has been formulated for optimum performance as a cement saver under manufacturing
conditions encountered in Concrete blocks. Improved formulation helps in both cement dispersion and compaction, maximizing
the strength obtained from the cement used.
Uses
MYK Remitan PB is used to reduce material cost by reduction in cement without loss of strength or by increasing strength without
additional cement. To get high early strength to improve upon productivity
Advantages
• Cement saving - strength, density and yield maintained with less cement.
• Increased strengths - higher strength without additional cement
• Reduction in breakages - reduced breakages through increased
'green strength'.
• Improved production - production cycle time can be reduced allowing
more blocks to be produced in a given period.
Dosage Image
MYK Remitan PB is supplied as ready to use materials. Optimum dosage is best
determined by site trials. 0.50 Kgs per 100 Kg of cement is normally used.
It I always appreciated to conduct the trials (R&D) and evaluate a best dose for
the use as requirements changes from industry to industry needs.
Packing :
20 Kgs & 200 Kgs.
Shelf Life:
12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.

MYK Shotcrete L
Admixture for Sprayed Concrete

Description

MYK Shotcrete L is a liquid additive with chloride free accelerating agents. It is supplied as a pale yellow solution which is introduced
through the spraying nozzle. Sprayed Concrete finds multiple use in today's construction. Hence it requires special aids for early &
fast setting.
Uses
• MYK Shotcrete L is used in sprayed concrete, shotcrete and gunite processes where rapid setting is required.
• It is suitable for all applications where large coating thicknesses and early strength values are decisive.
• Also for the over head applications.
Advantages
• Fast setting Minimum rebound of the sprayed concrete
• Non-flammable
• Single pass spraying for thick coating
• Excellent for overhead surfaces Secures rapid work progress
• Low viscosity hence easy to mix into the concrete
Dosage Image
Indicative dosage for such applications is to use a dosage within the normal
typical range of 1.0 to 6.0 kgs /100 kg of cementitious material, including PFA,
GGBFS or microsilica.
Packing :
25 Kgs & 275 Kgs.
Shelf Life:
12 Months if stored in shaded condition in original sealed pack.
MYK Savemix SMF 222
Melamine Based High range water reducing/super plasticizing admixture
Description
MYK Savemix SMF 222 is a sulphonated melamine based poly-condensation product. MYK Savemix SMF 222 is a highly effective
superplasticizer with manifold applications. MYK Savemix SMF 222 is permitted for pre-stressed and precast concrete. MYK Savemix
SMF 222 virtually contains no chloride, so there is no corrosion hazard to the steel reinforcement.
Mode of Action:
MYK Savemix SMF 222 has a strong plasticizing effect. It is absorbed on the surface of the hydraulic binding agents and of the fine
aggregate particles, where it forms a lubricating film, thus reducing the inner friction of the heterogeneous fresh mix. In addition, MYK
Savemix SMF 222 has a strong dispersing effect even the surface tension of water is not being reduced. The hydraulic binding agents
are better utilized by this strong dispersing effect. MYK Savemix SMF 222 provides thixotropic properties and a good inner cohesion to
the fresh building materials mix, thus avoiding segregation and bleeding phenomena even at extremely good flowability.
Specifications
Colour : Clear liquid
Sp. Gravity : 1.07 0.02
pH value : 08 + 01
Miscibility with water : In any ratio
The product Complies with ASTM C 494 - Types F, British Standards BS 5075:
Part 3 and with "Marque NF" requirements of AFNOR, France.
USAGE & APPLICATIONS
1. Concrete: Image
MYK Savemix SMF 222 is dosed into the concrete preferably towards the end of the
mixing process. It can also be added together with the mixing water. The higher
viscosity of this product, however, should be considered in regard to metering and
pump systems in use.
1.1 Improvement of consistency:
The dosage of 0.5 - 1 % MYK Savemix SMF 222 by the weight of cement improves the
initial stiff consistency to plastic consistency. Initial plastic consistency is improved
to standard soft consistency, and initial soft consistency yields flowing concrete when
adding this dosage.
Effects Achievable
• Strong concrete plasticizing without any tendency to segregation.
• Reduced time for pouring.
• Less vibration.
• Improvement of pumpability.
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• Close-textured fair-faced surfaces without honey combs.
• Good workability of lightweight aggregate concrete in the soft consistency range,
without floating up effect of lightweight Aggregates.
1.2 Increase of early and final strengths by water reduction:
By adding 0.75 - 2.0 % MYK Savemix SMF 222 by the weight of cement, up to
30% of the mixing water can be saved without changing the consistency.
Effects achievable
• Increase of compressive and flexural strengths, in particular of early strengths.
• Reduced demoulding times.
• Lower energy costs when applying heat curing.
• Improvement of resistance to freezing and thawing.
• Reduction of permeability to water.
• Improvement of resistance against chemical attacks.
• Improvement of abrasion resistance.
• Improvement of new to old concrete bond. Image
• Diminution in rebound of shotcrete.
1.3 Simultaneous improvement of consistency and increase of strength:
By dosing 1.25 -2.00 % MYK Savemix SMF 222 by the weight of cement it is possible to
achieve an improvement of consistency and an increase of strength simultaneously.
Packing: MYK Savemix SMF 222 is supplied in 20 Kgs pails & in 200 kg HDPE drums.
Storage and shelf life : MYK Savemix SMF 222 has a minimum shelf life of 12 months
when stored under normal temperatures. It should be protected from extreme
temperatures and preferably stored in shade.
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