Conbextra GP2 PDF
Conbextra GP2 PDF
Conbextra GP2 PDF
Properties
Uses
Compressive strength : (BS 1881 - Part 116: 1983)
Conbextra GP2 is used for precision grouting where it is Compressive strength (Nmm2)
essential to withstand static and dynamic loads. Typical Age (days) Consistency
applications would be the grouting of base plates of turbines, Flowable (W/P 0.18) Pourable (W/P 0.165)
compressors, boiler feed pumps etc., It can also be used for
1 24 27
anchoring a wide range of fixings. These include masts,
3 45 54
anchor bolts and fence posts.
7 55 66
Advantages 28 65 78
Compressive strength with addition of aggregates
Gaseous expansion system compensates for shrinkage Age Compressive strength (N/mm2) W/P 0.18
and settlement in the plastic state (days) % of aggregates ( IS 516 - 1959)
Coefficient of thermal expansion 11 x 10 -6/ 0 C The compressive strength of the grout must exceed 50 N/mm2
Unrestrained expansion 2 - 4 % in the plastic at 7 days and 60 N/mm2 at 28 days.
state enables to The flexural strength of grout must exceed 9N/mm2 @ 28 days.
overcome shrinkage. The fresh wet density of the mixed grout must exceed 2150 kg/
Pressure to restrain : 0.004 N/mm2 approx. m 3.
plastic expansion
The storage, handling and placement of the grout must be in
Flow characteristics : The maximum distance of flow is strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
governed by the gap width and the head of the grout.
Application instructions
Typical data for flow design assuming grout is poured
immediately after mixing is given in the table below :
Preparation
Grout Max. flow distance in mm
consistency Gap width 50mm 100mm 250mm Foundation surface
(mm) head head head
The substrate surface must be free from oil, grease or any
Flowable 30 350 1000 1500 loosely adherent material. If the concrete surface is defective
40 500 1500 2000 or has laitence, it must be cut back to a sound base. Bolt holes
50 900 2000 3000+ and fixing pockets must be blown clean of any dirt or debris.
Pre-soaking
Note : This table is based on the following factors temperature
- 300C ; Water saturated substrate; Minimum unrestricted flow Several hours prior to placing, the concrete substrates should
width is 300mm. be saturated with fresh water.
Specification Clauses Immediately before grouting takes place any free water should
be removed with particular care being taken to blow out all bolt
Performance specification
holes and pockets.
All grouting shown on the drawing must be carried out with a
Base plate
pre packed cement based product which is chloride free.
It is essential that this is clean and free from oil, grease or
It shall be mixed with clean water to the required consistency.
scale. Air pressure relief holes should be provided to
The grout must not bleed or segregate. allow venting of any isolated high spots.
A positive volumetric expansion shall occur while the grout is Levelling shims
plastic by means of gaseous system.
If these are to be removed after the grout has hardened, they
Typical detail of stanchion base plate
should be treated with a thin layer of grease.
Formwork
Unrestrained surface area Any bolt pockets must be grouted prior to grouting between the
substrate and the base plate.
This must be kept to a minimum. Generally the gap width
between the perimeter formwork and the plate edge should Continuous grout flow is essential. Sufficient grout must be
not exceed 150mm on the pouring side and 50mm on the prepared before starting. The time taken to pour a
opposite side. It is advisable, where practical, to have no gap
batch must be regulated to the time to prepare the next one.
at the flank sides.
Typical hopper system
Mixing and placing
Removable hopper : For large pours the grout may be hand
Mixing placed or pumped into a removable hopper ( trough)
Limitations Storage
When the air or contact surface temperatures are 100C or Conbextra GP2 has a shelf life of 6 months if kept in a dry store
below on a falling thermometer, warm water ( 30 - 400C) is in sealed bags. If stored in high temperature and high
recommended to accelerate strength development. humidity locations, the shelf life may be reduced.
Normal precautions for winter working with cementitious Health and Safety instructions
materials should then be adopted.
Conbextra GP2 is alkaline and should not come into contact
High temperature working with skin and eyes. Inhalation of dust during mixing should
be avoided.
At ambient temperatures above 400 C, cool water ( below 200C)
should be used for mixing the grout prior to placement. Gloves, goggles and dust mask should be worn.
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