Blog

ICO PLAST – N is a normal setting water-reducing admixture/plasticizer based on purified metallic salts of lignosulphonate which increases the workability of concrete and allows a water reduction up to 7 to 15 % of mixing water. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
ICO PLAST-N conforms to IS: 9103-1999, IS: 2645-2003 & ASTM C-494 TYPE A.

Area of Applications first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

• At locations with congested reinforcements, thin slender sections or any other locations, where improved workability is required.
• Pump concreting as it improves the lubricating properties. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Roof slabs for both residential as well as an industrial building. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Medium to low-grade concrete to improve the cohesion. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Water retaining structure first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Concrete Admixtures | Ico Care Construction Chemicals

Advantages

• Improves the workability of concrete. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• It improves both early and ultimate strength without increasing cement content and without reducing workability. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Saves cement without reducing strength and workability.
• It improves even harsh mix and makes it easier to place the concrete.
• Improves surface finish, allows producing denser concrete. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Reduces drying shrinkage cracks, bleeding, and segregation of concrete.
• Reduces the permeability of concrete. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• It makes the concrete more durable. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO Plast Super HS

High Range Water Reducing Admixture & Integral Cement Waterproofer for Concrete

Description first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO PLAST SUPER HS is a new generation of concrete admixture based on a blend of specially selected organic polymers, combining the properties of superplasticizer with a high degree of slump retention characteristics, high range water reducer and integral cement waterproofer for concrete complying with IS:9103-1999, IS 2645-2003 and ASTM C-494 Type F&G. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Features first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Very significant water reduction up to 30%, minimizes shrinkage cracking thereby producing close textured impervious concrete with improved durability and surface finish. Suitable for use in most types of concrete above and below ground subjected to water pressure and aggressive atmospheric conditions. Reduces in concrete permeability, protects against water migration and corrosion of embedded steel.

For a given concrete mix, keeping the cement consumption and workability constant by a large reduction in the amount of mixing water, a substantial increase in strength can be achieved. Alternatively, for the same concrete mix, by keeping workability and strength constant a definite cement economy ranging from 10 to 30% can be obtained. Obvious advantages of pre-cast concrete production are achieved.

ICO Plast Super

Concrete Super Plasticiser/High Range Water Reducing Admixture

Description

ICO PLAST SUPER is a new generation concrete admixture based on modified Sulphonated naphthalene formaldehyde, combining the properties of superplasticizers with a high degree of slump retention characteristics, high range water reducer and also acts as waterproofers for concrete, conforms to ASTM C-494.

Uses

ICO PLAST SUPER is used for producing extremely flowing concrete, pumped concrete, pre-stressed and denser concrete as well as in industrial/commercial flooring and floor toppings.

Applications

• At locations with congested reinforcements, thin slender sections or any other locations, where improved workability is required.
• Pump concreting as it improves the lubricating properties.
• Roof slabs for both residential as well as industrial buildings.
• Medium to low-grade concrete to improve the cohesion.
• Water retaining structure

Advantages

• Improves the workability of concrete. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• It improves both early and ultimate strength without increasing cement content and without reducing workability. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally, first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Saves cement without reducing strength and workability.
• It improves even harsh mix and makes it easier to place the concrete.
• Improves surface finish, allows producing denser concrete. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Reduces drying shrinkage cracks, bleeding, and segregation of concrete.
• Reduces the permeability of concrete. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• It makes the concrete more durable.first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO Super Plast C300

Very High Range Water Reducing Admixture for Self-Compacting Concrete

Description first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally, first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO PLAST SUPER-C-300 is a new generation of concrete admixture based on a blend of specially selected high molecular weight polycarboxylate ether (PCE) and organic polymers. ICO PLAST SUPER-C-300 conforms to IS:9103-1999 and ASTM C-494TypeF&G.

Features first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally, first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

The bond strength of concrete to reinforcing steel is considerably increased.

The internal friction and thixotropy of the mix are reduced to a minimum without the risk of segregation, thus making the concrete very much workable. For self-compacting concrete, use ICO VISCOPLAST to reduce excessive bleeding and settlement.

Very significant water reduction minimizes shrinkage or cracking, producing close textured impervious concrete with improved durability and surface finish. This is of particular importance in liquid retaining and water-bearing structures. Suitable for use in most types of concrete above and below ground subject to surface water, water under pressure and aggressive atmospheric conditions.

ICO Plast-R

Quick Retarding Water Reducing Admixture / Plasticiser, first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Description first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally, first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO PLAST-R is a powerful set retarding plasticizer based on a combination of selected Hydroxy-Carboxylate salt and other high molecular weight polymers. This has a high plasticizing effect and delayed initial set to avoid cold joints in case of long span concreting operation like bridge constructions, mass concretes, piling, etc. ICO PLAST – R conforms to IS 9103-1999 and ASTM C-494, Type-D. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Uses

ICO PLAST-R can be used as a set retarding aid to avoid cold joint during mass concreting operation like dam construction, long span slab concretes, pilling, ready mixed concretes, pre-stressed concrete work, diaphragm walls, etc.

Features

The addition of ICO PLAST-R to the concrete mix of the following properties are improved in the fresh concrete as well as in hardened concrete.

• The retention of workability is highly improved in the required workability period.
•  Avoiding construction joint using long but defined retardation capacity.
• The formation of microcracks is minimized by the uniform dissipation of heat of hydration.
• Improving the cohesiveness of concrete to enhance the efficiency of a concrete pump.
• Higher cohesiveness and flexural strength.
• Lower shrinkage cracks.
• Lower creep.
• Provide more durable structures.

ICO SPC 99

Retarding Type Slump Retaining and Pumping Concrete Admixture / Plasticiser

Description

ICO-PLAST PPR is a concrete admixture based on long-chain polymers combining the properties of concrete plasticizer, retarder and rheology improver complying with IS 9103-1999 & ASTM C 494.

Uses

ICO-PLAST PPR improves the cohesion of highly workable concrete mixes.

Features Concrete Admixtures | Ico Care Construction Chemicals

• Reduced segregation and bleeding by increased cohesion.
• Reduced migration of cement pastes from concrete under pressure.
• Moderate retardation helps to pump over longer distances at high ambient temperature with lesser blockages in pipelines.
• Retention of workability for a considerable period.
• Easier to obtain required fluidity at an economical dosage level.
• Improved tolerance of harsh sand grading.
• Chloride free.

ICO Plast MMF

Superplasticiser/High Range Water Reducing Admixture

Description

ICO PLAST-MMF is high range water reducing Admixture based on modified polycondensate of melamine and formaldehyde. It is a brown liquid and gets dispersed immediately in the concrete mix together with water. It conforms to IS 9103-1999 and ASTM-494 Type F.

Advantages

• Very significant water reduction minimizes shrinkage cracking thereby producing close textured impervious concrete with improved durability and surface finish. Suitable for use in most types of concrete above and below ground subjected to water pressure and aggressive atmospheric conditions. Reduction in concrete permeability protects against water migration and corrosion of embedded steel.
• For a given concrete mix, keeping the cement consumption and workability constant by a large reduction in the amount of mixing water, a substantial increase in strength can be achieved. Alternatively, for the same concrete mix, by keeping the workability and strength constant, a definite cement economy ranging from 15 to 25% can be obtained. Obvious advantages of pre-cast concrete production.

ICO Plast AEA

Air Entraining Agent For Concrete & Mortar first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Description of Concrete Admixtures | Ico Care Construction Chemicals  first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO PLAST AEA is a slightly alkaline solution, miscible with water, with a specific gravity of 1.02. It is an air-entraining agent based on selected natural rosin and synthetic additives, complying with ASTM-C 260-66T &IS: 9103-1999.

Uses

Such situations include roads, runways pavement, hard-stands dams, canal lining, open storage areas, etc.

ICO PLAST AEA is of great benefit in lightweight concrete, where it improves workability and reduces the tendency to bleed. It is useful in reducing the density of lightweight concrete blocks so that blocks meet thermal insulation requirements.

Advantages

• Very significant water reduction minimizes shrinkage cracking thereby producing close textured impervious concrete with improved durability and surface finish. Suitable for use in most types of concrete above and below ground subjected to water pressure and aggressive atmospheric conditions. Reduction in concrete permeability protects against water migration and corrosion of embedded steel.
• For a given concrete mix, keeping the cement consumption and workability constant by a large reduction in the amount of mixing water, a substantial increase in strength can be achieved. Alternatively, for the same concrete mix, by keeping the workability and strength constant, a definite cement economy ranging from 15 to 25% can be obtained. Obvious advantages of pre-cast concrete production.

ICO Plast A

Accelerating Water Reducing Admixture Concrete Admixtures | Ico Care Construction Chemicals

Description

ICO PLAST-A is a liquid used as a concrete accelerating and plasticizing agent complying with ASTM C-494 Type E, IS:9103-1999 & IS: 2645-2000.

Uses

The use of ICO PLAST-A accelerates the setting and hardening of concrete mix, thereby achieving higher early strength with all the resultant advantages of speeding up the job.

This improves the general properties of the mix, reduces the risk of segregation, and increases the density and the compressive strength thereby making the concrete highly impervious and more durable.

For working in very low ambient temperatures the incorporation of ICO PLAST-A provides the means to continue the placing of concrete. As an anti-frost, ICO PLAST-A offers protection in two ways firstly, by reducing the water content, which is vulnerable to frost, secondly, by the ingredients which permit the hydration of the cement to continue as it would at normal temperature by heat evolution.

Advantages of Concrete Admixtures | Ico Care Construction Chemicals

In all types of plain pre-cast concrete work, where the earlier release of molds and handling of units is essential for economical production, ICO PLAST-A is invaluable.

ICO MS

High-Performance Silica Fume For Concrete

Description

It improves the hardened characteristics of concrete in two ways. Firstly ICO MS is a chemically active pozzolan, which reacts with the hydrated lime generates from the hydration reaction of cement and forms calcium silicate hydrate gel, thus improving the strength and impermeability of the concrete.

Uses

The reduced permeability of concrete produced with ICO MS greatly limits the ingress of water-soluble chlorides, sulfates, and aggressive chemicals known for promoting reinforcing steel corrosion and other distresses in concrete. This makes ICO MS an ideal product for use in basement structures, parking decks; bridge decks marine structures and any construction that requires the protection provided by impermeable concrete.

Because of its pozzolanic and void filling properties, the addition of ICO MS to conventional concrete also provides ultra-high compressive strength. This allows design flexibility, resulting in reduced member size, increased span lengths, and improved overall structural economics.

As a result of the preceding advantages, ICO MS will improve performance in pre-stressed, pre-cast, and ready mixed concrete applications.

Applications

ICO MS is recommended for use at an additional rate of 3 to 20% by weight of cement, depending on the amount of strength increase or impermeability desired.

The above addition rate applies to most concrete mixes using average concrete ingredients. Note: For directions on the proper use of ICO MS in specific applications, contact local ICO representative.

Features

• Dramatically improved durability
• Uniformly high compressive strength
• Resistant to chemical attack
• Abrasion and erosion protection
• Better flexural strengths at all ages
• Low permeability first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Excellent freeze/thaw resistance first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO Rockette

Concrete Hardening & Waterproofing Liquid first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Description first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO ROCKRETE is an ideal concrete hardening admixture in liquid form.

Features first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO ROCKRETE is used as a rapid concrete hardener for Roads, Pavement, Industrial Floors, etc.

Advantages first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

• Setting time of concrete can be accelerated by increasing the dosage
• It increases the plasticity of fresh concrete or mortar. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• ROCKRETE makes the concrete dense and many forms of chemical attacks.
• ROCKRETE waterproof & hardens concrete and cement renderings thus serve a double purpose.

CAM 90

Normal setting integral waterproofing compound for concrete and mortar.

Description first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

ICO CAM 90 is yellow colored semi paste liquid based on reactive additives and microparticles suspension with anti-corrosive properties. This is used as an Integral Cement Waterproofing Compound for Concrete and Mortar admixture. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Features

• It is highly effective in the reduction of permeability due to hydrostatic head pressure or capillary action or both. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Increases retention of a slump and improves workability due to normal plasticizing property.
• Improves surface finish of the concrete. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally
• Very high-quality indigenous polymer blend. first of all, also, another, furthermore, finally

Uses / Location

• In rendering/plastering work on all brick walls in residential structures.
• Both underground and overhead water tanks concreting/plastering.
• Silos, basement structures, a damps-proof course in residential buildings.
• For repair/maintenance work of existing damp-wall, saltpeter in brickwork.
• All roof concreting of residential & industrial structures.