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Basic Chemical resistance of repair materials:

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Your concrete isn’t just exposed to general wear and tear like a plant floor or warehouse. Your concrete takes a beating from steam, traffic, metal totes and the chemicals you’re processing. You need repair materials that can take it.

Here a few things to consider when planning your next repair project.

1. The chemical exposure

What is the predominant chemical or mix of chemicals that this area will have to stand up to? Your material will have to withstand exposure to these chemicals for a specified time.

2. Expected service for area

Is this area a secondary containment, loading area, storage, processing floor or something else? This will add the effects of temperature, traffic and abrasion to your list of things to consider.

3. Inside or outside

If your area is outside, you’ll need to choose a material that is resistant to ultraviolet light.

Here’s a basic guide to the types of chemical resistant repair materials and how they fit with

We all know that the key to the long term success of your joint sealant is it’s ability to stay bonded to the concrete sidewalls of the joint. But how do you make sure you have the best chance at superior bond in an existing joint. In one word, Prep. Preparation of the joint walls is critical and poor prep is a sure path to failure of the sealant.

Prep of your joints has to be done. And, the easier you make it, the better chance you have at success. There are many unique and high speed saws that are the latest and greatest for this job. But, you don’t have to break the bank to get it done. Chances are, you already have what you’ll need to clean and prep your joints. If you have a grinder, diamond blade, shroud and a vacuum, you have what you need.

Check out our checklist for joints and floors for a list of the items you’ll need to tackle this job:

Flooring & Joint Repair Checklist

Sealing joints in your concrete structures is key to prolonging the life of a concrete structures. Joints in slabs are critical for relieving stress to prevent cracking but they are also the weak point when it comes to traffic. Joints in containment structures are the main route liquids take to get to the ground. Not sealing these joints could lead to reportable leaks or even undermining of the structure if not addressed immediately.

Given that these joints are outside, there are a few things you need to know before you choose a sealant so you can be sure it will last.

1. Is the joint a control joint or an expansion joint?

They are very different when it comes to the range of movement they will see especially if they are exposed to direct sunlight. Control joints relieve stress in the adjacent slab sections while expansion joints allow room for each slab to expand without damaging adjacent slabs of other components of

Re-coating a secondary containment area seems to be pretty easy. I mean, it’s just paint right? Well, it may brush or roll on like paint, but chemical resistant coatings are much more. Before you jump into self-performing a coating like this, you need to consider that you might need a contractor. Here’s some things to think about.

1. What’s the level of difficulty?

If this going to be a simple re-application of primer and topcoat you should consider doing it yourself. Of course, there will be some prep required. But it should be easily done with the tools you have with some direction.

If the system is new and will require reinforcement at joints and transitions, you might want to get a professional to look at it.

You could probably self-perform if a grout type system is to be used if you have people that have poured grout or done general concrete repair.

However, if it is a troweled down system with reinforcement, you should get a contractor

The best way to deal with grout shoulders is to make sure you minimize the chances of cracking before you start. There are 5 things you should consider before you proceed with the placement of your grout.

1. Design

Make sure you choose a design that is less prone to cracking. Minimize the size of the shoulders while still making it easy from a constructability standpoint. Think about how the grout will have to be placed and design access in your base plate or frame to make application and air evacuation easy.

2. Product Selection

Choose a product that will flow and fill your entire space between your base plate and the foundation. Visualize the flow and how it will move air from around the back-side of obstacles like shims and anchor bolts.

3. Preparation

Make sure the preparation of the foundation is complete and uniform. Exposed aggregate on the surface is key. Any laitance or cement-rich slurry must be removed. Remove all dust for epoxy

Choosing the right grout can be a challenge. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you make the right decision based on your project, application, and needs. Refer to the table below to determine which grout is right for you.

Voids between baseplate and grout may be discovered after grouting. These voids may be the result of obstructions, trapped air, or varying grout levels during placement.

There are basic steps to addressing these voids that are meant to ensure maximum contact between base and grout so unused forces are properly transferred to the foundation.

Step 1: Identify the Void

The most common method is sounding. Tap the plate and listen for hollow areas. Mark those areas to define the void.

Step 2: Determine Injection Holes

The hole needs to be near the center of the void or the part of a larger void to ensure travel to edges of void. Remember, tighter voids require the holes to be closer together than larger voids. Drill.

Step 3: Locate Holes for Air Relief

These holes need to be close to the edges of the void. They will allow for the air to escape, so the total area of these holes needs to exceed the area of the fill hole. Drill.

Step 4: Prepare Holes for Injection

Concrete is a widely available, customizable, and affordable material. These traits make it ideal for various applications, including equipment foundations and process skids. It is also the most commonly used method for adding mass to critical pieces of equipment. However, despite its advantages, traditional concrete has some limitations that may hinder progress on fast-paced projects. Fast-setting concrete allows for faster start-up times.

Fortunately, there are alternatives to conventional concrete. These fast-setting products and additives retain most of concrete's desirable traits while addressing its shortcomings. In this article, we'll talk about five unique benefits of fast-setting concrete and how it can revolutionize your project timeline.

1. Set Time

Fast-setting concrete allows for a faster start-up time. With specialized additives and formulations, these materials can set in as little as a few minutes to an hour, depending on