Flowfill Non-shrink Grout HS
ULTRA HIGH STRENGTH NON-SHRINK GROUT
DESCRIPTION
Flowfill Ground HS is a structural grade, non-shrink,
non-metallic, self leveling, highly troweable pourable
cementitious grout complying with the ASTM C 1107.
Flowfill Grout GP is based on Portland cement, graded
aggregates and chemical additives that has high early
& ultimate strength. The fluid expansion system
compensates for shrinkage and settlement in the plastic
state.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
• Fluid expansion system compensates for
shrinkage while in the plastic state.
• Easily mixed for grouting at a desired
consistency and application plastic or pourable.
• Easy to use, requires only the addition of water.
• Contains no iron particles, and will not corrode
rust or cause staining with the material it
contacts even under consistently moist
conditions
• Lower water cement ratio, higher density, MIXING
produces high compressive strength, reduces Flowfill Grout GP is supplied in a ready to use form
drying shrinkage and increased permeability. requiring only the addition of clean water. For best
• Complete void filling resulting from fluid results, a Flowfill Grout HS must mixed with a
expansion in plastic state. mechanical forced action mixer with a high sheer stirrer
to obtain a uniform, lump free consistency. Allow
the mixture to stand to remove entrapped air before
pouring. It is essential that the grouting operation is
RECOMMENDED USES
continuous hence ensure sufficient labor and mixing is
• Pre-cast and pre-stressed wall panels, beams, and
available.
columns.
• Grouting in-column based base in-filling The selected water content should be accurately
• Filling core holes, gaps, cavities, and recesses measure into the mixing vessel. Slowly add the dry
• Machine foundation and concrete anchors powder while mixing. The mixing should continue for
• Bridge bearing and rail beds a maximum of 5 minutes until a uniform homogenous
• Rectification of structural elements due to consistency is obtained.
honeycomb
Discard any unused grout that has stiffened or hardened.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surface must be clean, sound and free from dirt, grease PACKAGING
or other bond-inhibiting contaminants. The concrete Flowfill Grout HS is supplied in a 25 kg polylined bag.
should be relatively flat repair deep pockets o grooves
that may hold saturation water or may hinder the flow STORAGE
of the grout. Ensure concrete has fully cured and has Flowfill Grout HS has a shelf life of approximately 12
sufficient strength and stillness before application of months if kept in a dry environment away from moisture.
the grout. Bolts and anchor holes must be thoroughly Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight. Keep
clean and free from dust or loose material. containers tightly closed after use.
SATURATED SURFACE DRY excessive moisture loss. Remove formwork no sooner
The concrete must be saturated with water before than 24 hours after completion of grouting. The surface
grouting to avoid shrinkage due to rapid absorption should be kept moist or protected with curing agent for
of water by the concrete from the grout. It is at least 7 days until the grout has sufficiently cured. Lack
recommended to maintain the SSD substrate with water of sufficient curing could result in plastic cracking and
for prior to grouting. Excess water should be removed drying shrinkage on surface.
before pouring the grout and water in the anchor and
bolt-holes must be blown out and ensure that no traces PLACING
of free water is present while grouting. It is essential that at ambient temperature
(approximately 20°C) the grout is placed within 25
BASEPLATE minutes of mixing and this will ensure the expansion
All traces of rust, oil, or grease must be removed. It is process will be maximized. Flowfill Grout GP can be
important to provide air pressure relief holes for venting. placed in thickness ranging from 10mm to 100mm in one
single application. Where the thickness is greater than
100mm, special procedures may be necessary. Consult
FORMWORK
your local Bostik Technical/R&D Department for advice.
It is important that the formwork be constructed to
facilitate rapid continuous and complete filing at area to Avoid trapping air and water by placing grout from one
be grouted. It is essential that the formwork constructed side only. It is recommended that a suitable head box be
be leak-proofed and watertight. Foam rubber strips used to ensure continuous flow of grout. Ensure entire
of suitable sealants underneath the formwork are area to be grouted is filled by bringing level to above
recommended. Formwork should allow gravity flow of underside of machine base plate and remain at this level
grout between the base plate and foundation, ensuring throughout the grout placement. The grout head must
grout is kept in full contact with base plate and concrete be maintained at all times, so that continuous grout
substrate. front is achieved. Do not use mechanical vibrators to
assist in flow as this will cause segregation of aggregate.
UNRESTRAINED BUSTRATE For large areas it is recommended that Flowfill Grout GP
As Flowfill Grout HS is expanding grout unrestrained be pumped. Contact your local Bostik Office for more
areas must be kept to minimum. It is advisable not to information.
have any unrestrained areas.
PRE-CAUTION
BELOW TEMPERATURE WORKING • Do not add additional water. Unused grout that
Normal precautions for winter working with hardened should be discarded.
cementitious material should the be adopted. At • Do not mix by hand. Mixing by hand does not provide
temperature below 5°C the cure rate and strength sufficient strength for proper dispersion and for
development will be reduced. If early strength is breaking up lumps to achieve a homogenous mixture.
required it is advisable to use heated water/warm water • For large areas, apply grout in a continuous operation.
and condition Flowfill Grout HS to 25°C. Do not exceed • Do not apply in less than 10mm in dept, not greater
this temperature. than 100mm.
• Unrestrained areas must be kept to a minimum.
HIGH TEMPERATURE WORKING • Cure time and set will be extended when applied at
At temperatures above 30°C, it is advisable to use water temperatures lower than 5°C
below 20°C when mixing the grout. All materials must
be kept cool, away from direct sunlight with installation Fire Hazards: Non-combustible, however, if involved in
area be shaded by erecting shade screeds. If ambient a fire use water fog, foam or dry agents. Avoid breath-
temperatures are excessive, perform grouting in early ing of products of combustion.
morning or late evenings.
For Spills: Clear area of all unprotected personnel.
Slippery when wet. Wear protective equipment. Collect
CURING
and seal in properly labeled drums.
Grouts require enough moisture for curing. Curing is not
required in areas intermittently or totally submerged to
water.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
However for exposed surfaces, applied grouts must be MIXING CONSISTENCY
protected from excessive moisture loss by keeping areas The table is guide to the typical water addition
wet for a given time or with the use of appropriate curing requirements for various consistencies. Liter of water
compound. Exposed area can be protected by continued per 25kg bag.
sprinkling of water or by covering with wet hessian, or
TROWELLABLE FLOWABLE
plastic sheeting. For areas that cannot be continually
moist, Bostik Emulsion 57 is recommended to prevent Range 3.0-3.3 3.4-4.0
DISCLAIMER:
COMPREHENSIVE STRENGTH The information in this Technical Data Sheet is intended for the assistance
of users and is of a general nature. It reflects the extent of our knowledge
Tested in accordance to ASTM C 109 and experience of our products and is based on tests which we believe to be
reliable. However, no guarantee of accuracy can be given due to the wide range
AGE TROWELLABLE FLOWABLE of surfaces, environmental and field conditions and variations encountered in
raw materials, manufacturing equipment and methods at the place where the
1 day 30MPa 25MPa work is performed. Some of these will be beyond our knowledge and control.
Users are asked to make sure that the TDS in their possession is the latest issue.
3 days 50MPa 45 MPa Likewise, we recommend users carry out their own tests to determine the
suitability of the product for their particular purposes.
7 days 70MPa 60 MPa
Any claim for a defective product must be filed within 30 days of discovery of
28 days 80MPa 70 MPa a problem and must be submitted with written proof of purchase. Claims are
not transferrable or assignable and extend only to the original purchaser/user.
SETTING TIME Bostik reserves the right to inspect and alleged failure and no responsibility
will be accepted unless Bostik is given the opportunity to do so. Bostik limits its
liability to the replacement of the product/s proven faulty.
TROWELLABLE FLOWABLE
Initial Set 2-3 hours 4-5 hours
Final Set 4- 6 hours 6- 7 hours
Bleeding 0% 0%
COVERAGE
The approximate yields are obtained if mixed in
accordance with recommended procedures and
accurately measured water content ased on ASTM C
1107.
TROWELLABLE FLOWABLE
Volume of mixed
product 12.7 Liters 13.3 Liters
Density of mixed 2200 (Kg/m3) 2180 (Kg/m3)
product (Kg/m3)
Required number of 79 bags 76 bags
bags / cubic meter (m3)
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