Traditional grouting has long been a labor intensive task that most people don’t look forward  to doing. While its clear that grouting is a crucial step in the installation process, it doesn’t always get the same attention as other steps in the installation process. However, it has to be done well in order for the total installation to be successful at attaining or exceeding the life expectancy of the installed equipment.

It doesn’t help that many times, the grouting is in question. It’s a task that always seems to be a point of contention between parties during a project. It comes as the last step prior to major process installations or just prior to start-up.  Everyone seems to be holding their breath waiting on the results from QC or 3^rd party inspectors. So how do we grout equipment to get the very best chance of

When it comes to grouting or concrete repair, everyone knows that the mixing determines your pace. Conventional mixers, required mixing times and basic packaging all combine to slow your production during installation. Let’s face it, you can only mix so much so fast in a conventional mortar mixer.

If your project is going to require a lot of material to be placed in a short time, you’ll have to mix more and faster to get it done within the owner’s schedule and still make money. There are other options available. The question from most contractors is, “Can we do it?”. In this article, you’ll learn about unique equipment and special packaging that will give you options you hadn’t considered before.

Traditionally. Grouts and concrete repair mortars are purchased

So, you’ve determined that you need to re-grout a pump, but it’s not something you do very often. Refresh your memory with the guide below.

1. Make sure you choose the right grout for your application.

Utilize available application guides or call an expert to have them walk you through the selection process.

2. Prepare your foundation for the best bond.

This may mean roughening the surface by bushing or chipping and even pre-soaking with water depending on the grout you’ve chosen.

3. Form the area to be grouted.

Make sure your forms are sealed well enough that they could hold water.

4. Use the right mixer.

Make sure you use a mixer with the right mixing action for your grout. Violent action for cements and low speed for epoxies.

5. Fill the forms to insure

Owners, designers and general contractors demand high quality, along with rapid installation. For contractors installing self-leveling underlayment (SLU), this means new approaches are needed to complete work faster and more efficiently.

With ever-growing pressures to complete buildings on tight schedules, flooring and subflooring contractors often feel pinched from multiple sources. Modern flooring materials such as tiling and the associated adhesives are advancing to dry faster than before, and various construction trades demand access to rooms sooner. Owners, designers and general contractors demand high quality, along with rapid installation. For contractors installing self-leveling underlayment (SLU), this means new approaches are needed to complete work faster and more efficiently. Pumping of SLU can help address these challenges.

Still think your only option for re-setting and grouting equipment is waiting on a semi-annual shutdown? The truth is, cement and epoxy technology has advanced just like your office computer. New materials and additives have produced products for grouting that allow for equipment start-up in as little as 1 hour. A single field maintenance day can now allow time for demo, install, grouting and cure to happen in a 12 hour day.

Take a look at some of the grouts that can get your equipment re-set and running on a snap.

Product Comparison Guide to Quick Turn-Around Grouting

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

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.

Let’s face it, nearly every installation of process equipment is time sensitive these days. Ultra-competitive markets and slim profit margins force most companies to limit even planned down-time to the bare minimum. Saving the cure time for conventional grouts could mean getting back 8, 12 even 24 hours of production time. Cement and epoxy chemistry have made great strides in the ability to get fast strength gains while still providing the properties needed for most industrial applications. 

But it’s important that you choose the right material for your application. You’ll want to consider some key factors before you decide.

What properties do you need for the installation?

Not, what material has the highest strengths in every category. If you need fast turn-around,