concrete. This is because the materials used in making these chemicals differ. Based on their material composition, concrete repair chemicals can be segmented into three groups, and they are;
Epoxy Resin Based Concrete Repair Chemicals
This variety of chemicals comprises two major elements which are the Epoxy Resins and a Curing Agent (Hardener). Epoxy resins are mostly natural substances gotten from plants and trees, however, they are also manufactured. Generally, these substances are strong adhesives that can not be dissolved by water and this increases the strength and toughness of the mortar or concrete resulting in the durability and future crack resistance of the concrete. Epoxy resins have low viscosity (usually injected into small cracks) and high viscosity (usually for surface coatings and to fill larger cracks).
When the curing agent (hardener) is added to the epoxy resin and applied to the desired part it hardens the mixture and brings about the desired result. Examples of curing agents are Aliphatic and aromatic amines, Polyamides, etc. A certain level of skills and experience is needed when using this group of chemicals with regards to the time of mixture and application.
Acrylic Polymer-Based Concrete Repairs Chemicals
This class of chemicals are easy to use. They don’t require any level of expertise because they are already mixed compounds ready for use and they make the mixed mortar stronger. They are used as a polymer cement bonding coat, usually applied first on the surface of the concrete before the mixed mortar. Acrylic polymer compounds are a mixture of methyl methacrylate, butyl acrylate, 2-Ethylhexyl acrylate, acrylic acid, methyl acrylate, etc.
Polymer and Latex-Based Concrete Repair Chemicals
Polymer and latex-based chemicals contain an aqueous polymer that is added to cement mixtures and they are very compatible because it contains copolymer latex. Another advantage of this chemical is that it resists ultraviolet rays. The compound is a composition of a variety of small monomers through a process known as polymerization. These chemicals come in the form of Polymer latexes, Redispersible polymer powders, Water soluble polymer, Liquid resins. The most popular types that are used for construction are Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR); Styrene Acrylic Ester (SAE) made from the combination of acrylic acids and resins.We are available for purchasing the various identified concrete repair chemicals in any quantity of your choice. Our chemicals are not adulterated with any element but are in their original compositions according to the industry’s recommendations. To get started, visit our catalogue and add desired products to your cart.