Plasticiser additive Sika® ViscoCrete® G-5

Sika® ViscoCrete® G-5 is a high-performance superplasticizer and water reducer, in liquid form, based on Sika® ViscoCrete® polycarboxylate (PCE) polymer technology. Excellent flowability Very low retardation Compatible with other additives Usage Sika® ViscoCrete® G-5 is formulated for applications in systems with high calcium sulphate content or pure gypsum binders. The product is especially suitable for the manufacture of gypsum products like: Gypsum fiberboards, building elements, blocks Gypsum boards (also: plasterboards, wallboards) Partition panels, ceiling tiles Advantages Sika® ViscoCrete® G-5 works based on a combination of electrostatic forces and steric repulsion effects. Thus, solid particles can be effectively dispersed. The benefits of Sika ViscoCrete® G-5 include, but are not limited to the following: High water reduction at low dosage Excellent flowability Rapid adsorption Very low retardation No additional air entrainment Compatible with other additives Free of formaldehyde and ammonia Especially when utilized for gypsum board production the use of Sika® ViscoCrete® G-5 may result in: Reduced placing- and compacting efforts Shorter drying time Improved shrinkage and creep behavior Higher strength adjustable Reduced water consumption and less waste water Reduced energy consumption and CO2-emission Increased production rate and thus enlarged capacity Packaging IBC of 1’000 kg net Bulk supply on demand Colour Milky white to yellowish liquid Composition Aqueous solution of modified polycarboxylate polymers