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SikaGrind® MC-1031

SikaGrind® MC-1031

Masonry Grinding Aid

SikaGrind® MC-1031 is a masonry additive.

  • Increase grinding mill output
  • Reduce energy and grinding costs
  • Increase workability
  • Improve board-life
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Usage

SikaGrind® MC-1031 provides enhanced workability, water reduction and extended boardlife. SikaGrind® MC-1031 allows independent control and adjustable performance of masonry cement during manufacturing process. Various degrees of change effecting the end performance of masonry cement depends on composition of clinker, limestone or lime.  

Advantages

  • Increase grinding mill output
  • Reduce energy and grinding costs
  • Increase workability
  • Improve board-life

Packaging

SikaGrind® MC-1031 are available in 55 gallon drums, 265 gallon totes and bulk packaging.

Color

Clear to yellowish liquid

Product Details

Product Information

Shelf Life

Shelf life when stored in dry warehouse conditions between 40 °F and 80 °F (5–27 °C) is 1 year.

Storage Conditions

SikaGrind® MC-1031 should be stored above 20 °F (-6 °C). Product pumping will become difficult in temperatures below 20 °F (-6 °C). Protect from direct sunlight.

Specific Gravity

Approx. 1.24

Application

Consumption

Recommended Dosage

The dosage rates of SikaGrind® MC-1031 will depend on desired characteristics of each cement. Dosage rates for SikaGrind® MC-1031 typically range from 0.075–0.25 % by weight of cement. The optimum dosage rate should be determined during full-scale cement mill tests. A trained Sika representative is available to assist in dosage calculations and mill test evaluations. SikaGrind® MC-1031 should be dispensed as received. Proper dispensing equipment with adjustable flow rates should be used for optimum performance. SikaGrind® MC-1031 may be added onto the clinker conveyor belt or sprayed into the mills first compartment. A Sika representative is available to assist with recommendations on your mill system.

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