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Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM)

Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) is a hydrophilic crystalline admixture used to create permanently waterproof concrete.

 

KIM lowers the permeability of concrete, and is used in place of surface applied waterproofing membranes. By stopping the transmission of water through concrete, KIM adds durability and longevity to concrete by protecting it against chemical attack and corrosion of reinforcing steel.

How KIM Works

KMA contains Krystol technology. When added to cementitious mortars or concrete masonry units, Krystol chemically reacts with water and un-hydrated cement particles to form insoluble needle-shaped crystals that fill capillary pores and micro-cracks in the concrete and block the pathways for water and waterborne contaminants. Any moisture introduced over the lifespan of the concrete will initiate crystallization, ensuring permanent waterproofing protection.

World of Application

KIM is recommended for all concrete that will be subject to water pressure and can be used in precast, cast-in-place and shotcrete applications:

  • Below grade parking

  • Basements

  • Sewage plants

  • Swimming pools

  • Foundation walls

  • Footings

  • Slabs

  • Water containment tanks

  • Canals

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Hard-Cem®

Hard-Cem is an Integral Hardening Admixture used to increase Abrasion and Erosion resistance of concrete.

Hard-Cem is added to the concrete at the time of batching to increase the hardness of the concrete and extend concrete wear life. It outperforms and overcomes deficiencies of labor intensive surface applied hardeners, and is used to enhance durability of both air-entrained and non-air-entrained concretes. Since it is integral, Hard-Cem is compatible with horizontal, vertical or inclined concrete and shotcrete surfaces.

How Hard-Cem Works

When added to concrete, Hard-Cem’s proprietary technology increases the hardness of the concrete paste and reduces fine and coarse aggregate exposure that creates degradation to concrete surfaces. Since it is integral it continues to offer surface wear resistance throughout its life. By increasing the abrasive-erosive service life of concrete, maintenance costs are reduced and replacement of the concrete is substantially deferred.

World of Application

Hard-Cem can be used in any Ready Mix, Shotcrete or Precast concrete to improve abrasion and erosion resistance, and extend the wear life of the concrete. It is typically used:

  • INDUSTRIAL

  • Manufacturing and Distribution Warehouse Floors

  • Service and Repair Bays

  • INFRASTRUCTURE & COMMUNITY

  • Highway Pavements and Intersections

  • Bridge Decks

  • Runways

  • Parking Structures, Ramps and Aprons

  • Skateboard Parks​

  • HYDRO

  • Dams

  • Sluiceways, Spillways and Drainage Conduits

  • Stilling Basins

  • Culverts, Tunnels and Precast Pipes

  • Canals

  • MANUFACTURING

  • Blocks and Pavers

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Krystol Mortar Admixture™ (KMA)

Krystol Mortar Admixture (KMA) is a hydrophilic crystalline admixture used to provide long-term protection of masonry mortars and concrete masonry units against water and waterborne contaminants by reducing permeability and absorption of the mortar.

KMA simplifies installation by removing the need for surface applied sealers and is easily incorporated into the existing mix-design and application processes. KMA provides superior waterproofing performance that lowers building maintenance and repair costs.

How Kma Works

KMA contains Krystol technology. When added to cementitious mortars or concrete masonry units, Krystol chemically reacts with water and un-hydrated cement particles to form insoluble needle-shaped crystals that fill capillary pores and micro-cracks in the concrete and block the pathways for water and waterborne contaminants. Any moisture introduced over the lifespan of the concrete will initiate crystallization, ensuring permanent waterproofing protection.

World of Application

Use KMA to provide permanent protection for:

  • Rendering and plastering mortar (including stucco and other thin topping mixes) over concrete masonry walls or other prepared substrates

  • Masonry mortar (i.e., mortar that goes between the masonry units)

  • Concrete masonry units (i.e., bricks and blocks when they are manufactured)

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