CONSTRUCTION
We assist our clients with new dry mortar applications and offer the latest technology in product formulation to meet their specific requirements. Since we are able to help our clients select the right materials and additives from the very beginning, the product development process is optimized and time-to-market is accelerated.
BINDERS
Binders can be either mineral or organic and are used to bind aggregates and other particles together, ensuring adhesion to the substrate. Due to their physical or chemical reaction, binders play a key role in the final strength of the mortar.
WHITE PORTLAND CEMENT CEM I 52.5 R
Aluminate cement is classified as a hydraulic binder that, compared to traditional cement, offers a range of advantages, such as rapid setting at room temperature and very good rheological properties. The compressive strength that regular cement achieves in 28 days, aluminate cement can reach within 24 hours.
Some specific uses of Aluminate Cement are:
- Workability at low temperatures
- Resistance to high temperatures
- Resistance to acidic and alkaline environments
- Resistance to sulfates and seawater
- Fast setting
- Self-leveling mortar
ALUMINATE CEMENT
Aluminate cement is classified as a hydraulic binder that, compared to traditional cement, offers a range of advantages, such as rapid setting at room temperature and very good rheological properties. The compressive strength that regular cement achieves in 28 days, aluminate cement can reach within 24 hours.
Some specific uses of Aluminate Cement are:
- Workability at low temperatures
- Resistance to high temperatures
- Resistance to acidic and alkaline environments
- Resistance to sulfates and seawater
- Fast setting
- Self-leveling mortar
HYDRATED LIME CL 90 S
Lime is an important ingredient in both interior and exterior dry mortar applications, enhancing their strength, durability, and functionality.
Hydrated lime is an essential component in both interior and exterior dry mortar applications, significantly improving their strength, durability, and functionality. Used for centuries in masonry mortars, hydrated lime remains a key ingredient today, applicable in both historical restoration and contemporary building projects. Lime-based mortars demonstrate superior resistance to moisture-related damage compared to gypsum-based mortars.
Hydrated lime is versatile and suitable for various applications, including:
- Repair mortar
- Decorative mortar
- Stucco
- Plaster for coating
- Self-leveling mortar
POLYMER BINDERS
Dispersible and redispersible polymer binders are polymer powders, such as ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer and ethylene-vinyl chloride. These polymers can be used as binders in cement-based dry mortars, enhancing adhesion, flexibility, thixotropic properties, flow properties, and hydrophobicity. Depending on the type of polymer, they may offer: high flow properties, thixotropic effects, leveling effects, hydrophobic properties, neutrality in flow properties, and extended open time.
Polymer powders are used in:
- Tile adhesives
- Tile grouts
- Interior and exterior plasters
- External thermal insulation systems
- Waterproofing membranes
- Wall and joint fillers
- Concrete repairers
- Fillers for gypsum products
- Crack fillers
- Repair mortars
- Self-leveling mortar
AGGREGATES AND FILLERS
CALCIUM CARBONATE
Calcium carbonate is one of the most commonly used aggregates. Calcium carbonate can achieve a purity of 99% CaCO3.
The particle size of calcium carbonate can vary: 100 µm; 200 µm; 0.2 – 0.5 mm; 0.2 – 0.8 mm; 1 mm; 1.5 mm; 2 mm; 2.5 mm; 3 mm.
We also offer ultra-fine calcium carbonate ranging from 15 µm to 100 µm.
Calcium carbonate is used in:
- Tile adhesives
- Tile grouts
- Interior and exterior plasters
- External thermal insulation systems
- Waterproofing membranes
- Self-leveling mortar
- Wall and joint fillers
- Fillers for gypsum products
- Crack fillers
- Concrete repairers
- Repair mortars
ADDITIVES
Additives (supplements) are very important in dry mortars. Without the presence of additives, mortars cannot achieve many of their technical properties. Additives can be of organic or inorganic origin, often polymeric in nature. They can improve the mixing of dry mortar with water and have many other properties.
CELLULOSE ETHER
Cellulose ether (white powder) is used as a thickening and water-retaining agent in dry mortars. It can dissolve in both cold and hot water. Cellulose ether can be unmodified, modified, or highly modified. Derivatives of cellulose ether may include methyl cellulose (MC), hydroxypropyl ethyl cellulose (HEC), hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose (HEMC), and hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC). The viscosity of cellulose ether can range from 600 mPa·s to 60,000 mPa·s.
The properties of cellulose ether are:
- Water retention
- Adhesion
- Thickening and stabilizing
- Binding ability
- Protective colloid
- Anti-settling effect
- Emulsion stabilization
Used in:
- Tile adhesives
- Interior and exterior plasters
- Tile grouts
- External thermal insulation systems
- Waterproofing membranes
- Self-leveling mortar
- Wall and joint fillers
- Concrete repair
- Decorative concretes
- Swimming pools
- Stucco
- Concrete
- Decorative stones/tiles
- Crack fillers
STARCH ETHER (THICKENING AGENT)
Starch ether can be used in combination with cellulose derivatives in gypsum- and cement-based dry mortars, tile adhesives, pump- or hand-applied mortars, and sealing materials.
Benefits:
- Improved workability
- Anti-slump resistance in tile adhesives
- Good compatibility with many cellulose derivatives
ACCELERATORS
Retarders are used to extend the setting time of mortar, providing more time to work with the material.
RETARDERS
Retarders are used to extend the setting time of mortar, providing more time to work with the material.
SUPERPLASTICIZER
Superplasticizer is a dry powder based on sulfonated polycondensation product of melamine.
It is especially optimized for plastification and water reduction in cement- and calcium sulfate-based materials.
Used in:
- Self-leveling mortar
- Final leveling layers
- Floor mortars
- Concretes
- Repair mortars
- Shrinkage-resistant grouts
- Tile adhesives and grouts
AIR ENTRAINING AGENTS
These agents include ethoxylated fatty alcohols, sulfurized olefins, and sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate.
They generate microscopic air bubbles evenly distributed in the mortar, reducing wet density and improving workability.
ANTI-FOAMING AGENTS
Anti-foaming agents reduce surface tension to prevent foam formation during mixing. They also inhibit long-lasting air bubble formation.
HYDROPHOBIC AGENTS
Hydrophobic agents are incorporated into dry mortars to enhance water resistance of the final product. Preventing water absorption helps minimize damage caused by freeze-thaw cycles.
CELLULOSE FIBERS
Cellulose fibers are used as thickeners and reinforcement agents.
Used in:
- Plasters
- Tile adhesives
- Fillers for gypsum boards
- Adhesive and reinforcing mixes for insulation systems
- Sealants and joint fillers. One- or two-component adhesives and waterproofing compounds
TECHNICAL SERVICES
Our technical team has extensive experience in dry mortar applications. We work with you from concept to final product, in formula development and the evaluation of sensory organoleptic characteristics, and can assist you from pilot tests in the laboratory to production trials, ensuring that you get the final product you desire.
We have developed an effective technical service program that includes:
- Factory auditing
- Product formula optimization
- On-site training
- New product development
- Solutions to production issues
- Final product analysis if needed
Our team has deep knowledge of ingredients, their functional properties, and their application in the building materials industry.
