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:6y 7„t F'st-00i05-54.....:-'::::'''''''-.AiiK"; :,--31,.1,1-7!:ti.;:f's,..-T ; <br /> DARAcEivi...55 w <br /> ,,,,,„. <br /> Mid-Range 4.7 : <br /> t 5 <br /> 'Vater Reducing Admixture (ASTM C494) - ;-• ..4.N*,,, a ;; <br /> t• 'hzc.bs ,R.r .- <br /> DESCRIPTION: • superior strength performance <br /> DARACEM-55 is a mid-range water-reducer specifically formu- The water reduction properties,up to 12%,and dispersion <br /> lated to produce concretes with dramatically enhanced fin- characteristics allow the production of lower water to <br /> fishing characteristics and normal setting times.Effective through cement ratio concretes and more complete hydration.The <br /> a wide addition rate range,DARACEM-55 combines the ben- combined effect is increased compressive and flexural <br /> efits of normal and high range water reducers allowing for the strengths at all ages. <br /> ultimate control of the concretes placing and finishing ADDITION RATE: <br /> properties. <br /> DARACEM-55 is an aqueous solution of complex organic corn- The addition rate range of DARACEM-55 is 3 to 9 fluid ounces per <br /> pounds,each of which contributes uniquely to the concretes 100 pounds of cement.Typically excellent results are achieved <br /> final properties.It contains both patented dispersing and pat- between 5 and 7 fluid ounces.Optimum addition depends on <br /> ented finishability agents that provide performance superior to the other concrete mixture components,job conditions,and <br /> conventional water reducing products. DARACEM-55 is also desired performance characteristics. <br /> formulated with a catalyst which promotes more complete COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER ADMIXTURES: <br /> hydration of portland cement to assure superior strength per- <br /> formance.It is manufactured under rigid controls which provide DARACEM-55 is compatible with all air entraining admixtures <br /> uniform,predictable performance.DARACEM-55 contains no such as DAREX-AEA®and DARAVAIR®.Due to a synergistic ef- <br /> calcium chloride.Supplied as a dark brown,low viscosity liquid, fect of DARACEM-55, the amount of air entraining may be <br /> one gallon weighs approximately 10.7 pounds. reduced by 25-50%when added to concrete with DARACEM- <br /> 55.By combining the separate effects of air entrainment and <br /> USES: dispersion,the water requirement of concrete may be reduced <br /> DARACEM-55 produces a concrete with lower water content, up to 15%.Each admixture should be added to the concrete <br /> improved placement properties,and enhanced finishability.It separately. <br /> yields a less permeable and more durable concrete. DISPENSING EQUIPMENT: <br /> DARACEM-55 is used in ready mix,job site,and concrete paving <br /> plants for normal and lightweight concrete,in block and pre- A complete line of accurate,automatic dispensing equipment <br /> cast. It imparts a "slickness” to the surface of the concrete is available.DARACEM-55 may be added to the concrete mix <br /> - taking it most appropriate for concrete flatwork as well as slip on the sand or in the batch water. <br /> II firm work.DARACEM-55 is also particularly effective in lean or PACKAGING: <br /> lyash and slag compensated mixes. DARACEM-55 is available in bulk, delivered in metered tank <br /> ADVANTAGES: trucks,and 55 gallon drums. DARACEM-55 contains no flam- <br /> DARACEM-55 offers significant advantages over conventional mable ingredients. <br /> water reducers. Laboratory and field work has consistently ARCHITECT'S SPECIFICATIONS: <br /> demonstrated: Concrete shall be designed in accordance with Standard <br /> • ultimate workability and finishability Recommended Practice forSelecting Proportions for Concrete, <br /> The exceptional water reducing capabilities allow for con- ACI 211. <br /> crete production at higher slumps with better water re- The water reducing admixture shall be a mid-range water <br /> tention and internal cohesiveness,providing a less"sticky" reducing admixture such as DARACEM-55 as manufactured by <br /> concrete with improved placement properties.Formu- the Construction Products Division,W.R.Grace&Co.-Conn.,or <br /> lated with proven finishing enhancing components, its equivalent.The admixture shall not contain calcium chloride. <br /> DARACEM-55 controls bleeding while bringing the mortar It shall meet the requirements of Specification for Chemical <br /> to the surface.Finishers have stated that the concrete has Admixtures for Concrete ASTM Designation C 494 as a Type A <br /> improved trowelability.The influence of DARACEM-55 on admixture.Certification of compliance shall be made available <br /> the finishability of lean mixes has been particularly notice on request.The admixture shall be considered part of the total <br /> able.Floating and troweling,by machine or by hand,easily mixing water. <br /> imparts a smooth,close tolerance surface with less ma- The admixture shall be delivered as a ready-to-use liquid product <br /> chine time and labor. and shall require no mixing at the batching plant or job site. <br /> • neutral setting times <br /> Formulated with a set control agent,DARACEM-55 pro- <br /> vides normal setting characteristics throughout its addition <br /> rate range.This allows for increased water reduction and <br /> increased slump without significantly extended setting <br /> times.It also allows the flexibility to vary addition based on <br /> specific job and weather requirements. <br /> opyright 1992.W.R.Grace&Co.-Conn.giien em,her will a heard.it is ba and regon data a d knmarksowled af considered t Products aiv acc W.R.Grand is&Co.-dfor hee hope tco isidrmaion. <br /> GRACE <br /> on <br /> given here will be helpful.it is based on data and knowledge considered to be true and accurate and is offered for the user's consideration, <br /> investigation and verification but we do not warrant the results to be obtained.Please read all statements,recommendations or suggestions M <br /> conjunction with our conditions of sale which apply to all goods supplied by us.No statement,recommendation or suggestion is intended for any <br /> use which would infringe any patent or copyright.Construction Products Division,W.R.Grace&Co.-Conn.,62 Whittemore Avenue.Cambridge, Construction Products <br /> MA 02140. <br /> DW-12 Printed in U.S.A. 4/93 FA/GPS/3.5M <br />