Ref: Admix/VOIDEIN PRODUCT DATA (706072)
鈥榁OIDEIN鈥?
A densifying and foam control agent powder
PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Provides a method of eliminating air voids in
鈥榁OIDEIN鈥? is a powder de-foamer/anti-foaming plastic unset concrete to densify it. As such,
additive supplied as an off-white powder. It is it may reduce or eliminate the need for the
effective in many aqueous liquid, semi-solid, and required on-site vibration and compaction
powder products, which vary widely in pH process.
characteristics. Potentially maintains the f/c characteristics
design strength of concrete in place.
鈥榁OIDEIN鈥? has been found to be effective in
However, thorough testing is recommended
many cement-bound composite systems and
prior to use.
other materials and substances having a high
pH.
DOSAGE RATES:
鈥榁OIDEIN鈥? should be added and well dispersed
USE WITH:
at concentrations of between 0.2 to 2.0% based
Ability鈥檚 鈥榁OIDEIN鈥? powder is designed primarily
on the weight of dry or solids ingredients in the
for use as an air bubble and foam control agent
product system and its performance fully
in the manufacture, compounding, and use of:
evaluated to determine its effectiveness - before
Adhesives actual use.
Cement bound systems including concrete,
In concretes or mortars, we suggest that dose
mortars and grouts
rates of 0.5% to 2% by weight of the total
It may be particularly suitable for eliminating
cementitious binding material be evaluated
air voids in self-compacting and highly fluid
carefully.
concrete mixes
Asphalt and other bitumen bound systems
PACKAGING:
Liquid coatings and paints supplied in powder
鈥榁OIDEIN鈥? is supplied in 15kg net bags.
form in general and cementitious (cement-
based) and lime-wash paints in particular
STORAGE:
Gypsum bound mixes
For maximum shelf life, 鈥楳axim-Air庐鈥? should be
Lime bound mixes
stored out of direct sunlight, in dry conditions in
tightly closed original packaging.
BENEFITS:
Suitable for mixing into powdered as well as
liquid products.
Contributes to the prevention of powder
鈥榗aking鈥?.
Effective in both alkaline and acid systems.
Active in aqueous systems.
鈥榁oidein鈥? powder de-foamer dose
requirements are usually lower than those for
liquid de-foamers.
PRECAUTIONS: Wash any contaminated clothing or protective
鈥榁OIDEIN鈥? powder is a non-hazardous, equipment prior to storage or reuse
substance and is classed as a non-dangerous
good, however, it is recommended that the For further Health and Safety information,
following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) please refer to 鈥榁OIDEIN Material Safety Data
and precautions are followed when handling and Sheet (MSDS), which is available from Ability
using the product: Building Chemical Co.
Wear full overalls, gloves safety goggles
Avoid skin and eye contact
Avoid inhalation 鈥? use a dust mask or NOISH
approved respirator if there is a dust potential
Always wash hands before eating, drinking,
smoking or using the toilet
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