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Fosroc Structuro W420: Constructive Solutions

Structuro W420 is a high performance concrete admixture that improves workability retention and increases compressive strength. It allows production of self-compacting, pumped, and high performance concrete. Structuro W420 disperses cement particles electrostatically and uses steric hindrance to improve flowability without increasing water demand. It provides benefits such as lower permeability, higher durability, and reduced shrinkage and creep.

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Fosroc Structuro W420: Constructive Solutions

Structuro W420 is a high performance concrete admixture that improves workability retention and increases compressive strength. It allows production of self-compacting, pumped, and high performance concrete. Structuro W420 disperses cement particles electrostatically and uses steric hindrance to improve flowability without increasing water demand. It provides benefits such as lower permeability, higher durability, and reduced shrinkage and creep.

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Fosroc Structuro W420 constructive solutions

A superior high performance concrete hyperplasticiser


based on polycarboxylate technology

Uses Structuro W420 combines the properties of water reduction


and workability retention. It allows the production of high
Structuro W420 is a high performance hyperplasticiser
performance concrete and/or concrete with high workability.
intended for applications where increased early and ultimate
compressive strengths are required, and it has been devel- Structuro W420 is a particularly strong hyperplasticiser
oped for use in: allowing production of consistent concrete properties around
the required dosage.
 Self compacting concrete
 Pumped concrete Typical Properties
 Concrete requiring long workability retention
 High performance concrete Appearance : Light yellow coloured liquid
Specific gravity : 1.04 @ 25°C
 Pre-cast concrete
Chloride content : Nil to BS 5075 / BS:EN934
Advantages
Dosage Guidelines
 Increased early and ultimate compressive strengths
The optimum dosage of Structuro W420 to meet specific
 Increased flexural strength requirements should always be determined by trials using
the materials and conditions that will be experienced in use.
 Improved adhesion to reinforcing and stressing steel
The normal dosage range is between 0.20 to 2.0 litres/100
 Improved resistance to carbonation kg of cementitious material.
 Lower permeability Use at other dosages
 Increased resistance to aggressive atmospheric Dosages outside the above dosage guidelines can be used
conditions to meet particular concrete mix requirements. Please con-
tact Fosroc for advice in such cases.
 Reduced shrinkage and creep
Effects of overdosing
 Increased durability
Overdosage may cause delay in the setting time.
Description
Technical support
Structuro W420 is differentiated from conventional super-
plasticisers in that it is based on a unique carboxylic ether Fosroc provides a technical advisory service for on-site
polymer with long lateral chains. This greatly improves ce- assistance and advice on mix design, admixture selection,
ment dispersion. At the start of the mixing process an elec- evaluation trials and dispensing equipment.
trocstatic dispersion occurs but the presence of the lateral
chains, linked to the polymer backbone, generate a steric
hindrance which stabilises the cement particle’s capacity to
separate and disperse. This mechanism considerably reduc-
es the water demand in flowable concrete.
Structuro W420
Fosroc Structuro W420

Instructions for use Storage

Compatibility Structuro W420 has a minimum shelf life of 12 months


provided the temperature is kept within the range of 2°C to
Structuro W420 should not be used in conjuntion with any
50°C. Should the temperature of the product fall outside this
other admixture unless prior approval is obtained from your
range then contact Fosroc for advice.
local Fosroc office.

Structuro W420 is suitable for use with all types of Portland Precautions
cements and cement replacement materials such as PFA,
Health and safety
GGBFS, SRC and microsilica.
Structuro W420 does not fall into the hazard classifications
Mixing
of current regulations. However, it should not be swallowed
When used at the mixing plant, Structuro W420 should be or allowed to come into contact with skin and eyes.
added in the mixing water. Suitable protective gloves and goggles should be worn.
In some instances, e.g. addition to ready mix concrete on Splashes on the skin should be removed with water. In case
site, Structuro W420 can be added directly in the truck mixer of contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water
and mixed at maximum speed for an extra 5 minutes. and seek medical advice. If swallowed seek medical atten-
For Self compacting concrete, a viscosity enhancer eg. tion immediately - do not induce vomiting.
Structuro 480*  is recommended at a dosage between For further information consult the Material Safety Data
1.0 - 4.0 litre per cubic metre. Sheet available for this product.
Dispensing Fire
The correct quantity of Structuro W420 should be measured Structuro W420 is water based and non-flammable.
by means of a recommended dispenser. The admixture
should then be added to the concrete with the mixing water Cleaning and disposal
to obtain the best results. Contact Fosroc for advice regard- Spillages of Structuro W420 should be absorbed onto sand,
ing suitable equipment and its installation. earth or vermiculite and transferred to suitable containers.
Remnants should be hosed down with large quantities of
Estimating water.

Supply The disposal of excess or waste material should be carried


Structuro W420 out in accordance with local legislation under the guidance of
1000 litre totes the local waste regulatory authority.

For larger users, storage tanks can be supplied.

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited


†
See separate data sheet

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 Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to obtain the latest version.

Head Office
telephone: (+9714) 2039699 fax: (+9714) 2859649 email: [email protected]
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
Regional offices
Post Box 657, Dubai Abu Dhabi, Al Gurg Fosroc telephone: 673 1779 fax: 673 1449 email: [email protected]
Bahrain, YBA Kanoo telephone: 17738200 fax: 17732828 email: [email protected]
United Arab Emirates Kuwait, Boodai telephone: 4817618 fax: 4832124 email: [email protected]
Oman, Al Amana telephone: 24815080 fax: 24817554 email: [email protected]
www.fosroc.com Qatar, Tadmur telephone: 4665501 fax: 4664147 email: [email protected]

UAE/0673/15/B

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