Water Reducing Admixtures

Sika® Plastocrete®-161 water reducing admixture provides an economical and highly effective means of reducing the amount of mixing water required to produce concrete of a certain slump by acting as a dispersant for the cement particles in the mix.   Through this dispersing action more of the surface area of the cement particles is available for early hydration. The more cement particles hydrated by contact with the mixing water, the greater the compressive strength of the concrete. Sika® Plastocrete®-161 is formulated as a Type A water reducer to allow up to 10 % water reduction and maximize the benefits of increased hydration in both the hardened and plastic states.

• Reduced water content required to achieve desired slump, increases compressive and flexural strengths and allows the use of more economical mixes.
• Improved paste quality makes concrete easier to pump and finish.
• Consistent normal setting times throughout the recommended dosage.
• Lower water cement ratios provide decreased permeability and increased durability.
• Sika® Plastocrete®-161 does not contain intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate nor promote the corrosion of steel in the concrete.

The use of Sika® Plastocrete®-250 provides the following benefits in concrete:

• Improved workability
• Improved compressive and flexural strength
• Allows optimization of cement content
• Improved finishability
• Improved durability

   Sika® Plastocrete®-250 does not contain intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate nor promote the corrosion of steel in the concrete.

• Increased workability and easier placeability.
• Improved finishing characteristics for flatwork.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced shrinkage and cracking.
• Reduced segregation at a given slump.
• Reduced permeability.
• Increased concrete durability and uniformity.
• Improved appearance of architectural concrete.
• Increased strength at all ages.

• Increased workability and easier placeability.
• Improved finishing characteristics.
• Mid-range water-reducing characteristics.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced shrinkage and cracking.
• Reduced permeability.
• Increased concrete durability and uniformity.
• Improved appearance of architectural concrete.
• Increased strength at all ages.

• Superior finishing characteristics.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced concrete shrinkage and cracking.
• Increased compressive and flexural strengths.
• Reduced permeability.
• Extended slump retention.
• Increased strength at all ages.

  SikaPlast®-300 GP does not contain intentionally added chlorides.

Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: Mid range application will be beneficial especially in ready mix applications. At a lower dosage, Sikament® AFM can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh ready mix concrete mixes or concrete containing flyash. Sikament® AFM will improve workability and finishability.    High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 25 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cement ratio. The dispersing action of Sikament® AFM maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths.    The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Full flow action aids in pumping and reduces need for vibration.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

    Sikament® AFM does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

• Enables water reduction.
• Improves workability retention without significantly delaying the set time of concrete.
• Improves early and later age strength and durability of concrete.
• Minimizes potential for bleeding and segregation in concrete.
• Improves pumpability and reduces stickiness in concrete.
• Improves finishability and surface appearance of concrete.

   Sikament®-475 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sikament® SPMN delivers multi-range water reduction for high strength concrete with increased early and ultimate compressive and flexural strengths.   High Plasticity: The superplasticizing action of Sikament® SPMN provides excellent workability and concrete will flow easily at very low water cement ratio’s.

• Increased strength due to ability to reduce water-cementitous ratio and enhanced cement dispersion.
• Increased workability.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete with reduced pump pressure.
• Increased durability.
• Improved mix stability even at high workability.
• Reduced permeability.
• Improved appearance of concrete.
• Improved finishing characteristics for flatwork.

  Sikament® SPMN does not include intentionally added chlorides.

High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 30 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cementitious ratio. The dispersing action of Sikament®-686 maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths.   Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: At a lower dosage, Sikament®-686 can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh concrete mixes or concrete containing fly ash. Sikament®-686 will improve workability and finishability. The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Higher early strengths allow faster demolding and more efficient use of forms to precast producers.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Full flow action aids in pumping and reduces need for vibration.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

   Sikament®-686 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Implication of high performance polymers allows Sikament®-610 to be used for all levels of water reduction. Sikament®-610 delivers high early strength development without causing delay of setting time, while providing a window of workability that makes it useful for most concreting applications. Sikament®-610 is designed for both the production of conventional slump concrete, as well as for SCC applications.    High Plasticity and Cohesion: The superplasticizing action of Sikament®-610 allows the production of high-slump concrete without segregation such that concrete can be placed with minimal vibrations even at low water cement ratios. Sikament®-610 is typically very cost effective when used for water reduction in the range of 20–25 %. Sikament®-610 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix eliminating excessive bleeding and/or segregation. The combined high range water reduction and efficient dispersing action of Sikament®-610 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:   

• Higher early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective dispersion reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• In combination with set time accelerators or hardening accelerators, its fast setting characteristics and fast early strength development allows users to reduce the amount of heat necessary to achieve stripping strength.

    Sikament®-610 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and increased early strength. In addition improved finishing characteristics may be achieved, particularly when final finish, such as broom finish, is desired. Sikament®-610 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 can be used for the production of SCC (Self Consolidating Concrete) as well as for the production of conventional slump concrete. The implementation of the latest Sika® ViscoFlow® Technology allows Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 to extend the slump retention without a negative impact on set time. This is beneficial especially in a hot climate environment when the slump loss of a concrete mixture is more likely to occur.      High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 35 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability and extended slump retention that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cementitious ratio. The dispersing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths. Extended slump retention does not have negative effect on setting times.    Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: At a lower dosage, Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh concrete mixes or concrete containing fly ash. Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 will improve workability and finishability.     The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Higher early strengths allow faster demolding and more efficient use of forms to precast producers.
• Improved slump retention will extend workability without negative effect on setting time characteristics of the concrete mixture.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

    Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10-15%, and will achieve water reduction up to 45% at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.   High Plasticity: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 provides highslump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability and may be placed with minimal vibration even at very low water cement ratio’s as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 plasticized concrete is highly fluid while maintaining complete cohesion within the concrete matrix to eliminate excessive bleeding or segregation.   
Extended Slump Life and Set Control: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 has been formulated to provide controlled and predictable extended slump life for periods of 60 to 90 minutes with normal set times, The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete: ▪ Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
▪ Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
▪ Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
▪ It has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and extended slump retention at low dosages. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 is a non-chloride based admixture, it does not contain any intentionally added chlorides.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10–15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 40 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.    High Plasticity and Cohesion: The special formulation of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 helps maintain the plasticity of the concrete and extends its workability time during warmer months when slump loss and fast stiffening of the fresh concrete can be a concern. The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provides high slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability, and may be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cement ratios as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix, and eliminates excessive bleeding or segregation. The unique plasticizing effect of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provides excellent formed surface finish. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:

• High early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• High ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

    Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction, increased early strength, improved finishing characteristics, especially when a broom is desired. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 does not contain formaldehyde, calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides, and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10-15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 45 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.   High Plasticity and Cohesion: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provides high-slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability, and may be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cement ratios as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix, and eliminates excessive bleeding or segregation. The unique plasticizing effect of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provides excellent formed surface finish. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:

• Higher early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

   It has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction, increased early strength, improved finishing characteristics, especially when a broom is desired. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 does not contain formaldehyde, calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides, and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 can be used for all levels of water reduction in various types of concrete ranging from dry cast applications, conventional concrete to SCC (Self Consolidating Concrete). Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 will deliver water reduction up to 45 %. The special formulation of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 increases compressive strength of concrete and helps maintain the plasticity of the concrete over prolonged period of time. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 extends concrete workability time during warmer months when slump loss and fast stiffening of the fresh concrete can be a concern. The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provides high slump / flowing concrete that be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cementitious ratios, as low as 0.25.    Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10–15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 45 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.           Plasticizing effect: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provides high slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability and may be placed with minimal vibration even at very low water cementitious ratio’s as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 plasticized concrete is highly fluid while maintaining complete cohesion within the concrete matrix to eliminate excessive bleeding or segregation.    Extended Slump Life and Set Control: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 has been formulated to provide controlled and predictable extended slump life for periods of 60 to 90 minutes with normal set times. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete: Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies. Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability. Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and extended slump retention throughout entire dosage range.   

• Extended slump life.
• Increased compressive strength when compared to reference concrete with same w/cm ratio.
• High early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• High ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cementitious ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

Sika® Plastocrete®-161 water reducing admixture provides an economical and highly effective means of reducing the amount of mixing water required to produce concrete of a certain slump by acting as a dispersant for the cement particles in the mix.   Through this dispersing action more of the surface area of the cement particles is available for early hydration. The more cement particles hydrated by contact with the mixing water, the greater the compressive strength of the concrete. Sika® Plastocrete®-161 is formulated as a Type A water reducer to allow up to 10 % water reduction and maximize the benefits of increased hydration in both the hardened and plastic states.

• Reduced water content required to achieve desired slump, increases compressive and flexural strengths and allows the use of more economical mixes.
• Improved paste quality makes concrete easier to pump and finish.
• Consistent normal setting times throughout the recommended dosage.
• Lower water cement ratios provide decreased permeability and increased durability.
• Sika® Plastocrete®-161 does not contain intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate nor promote the corrosion of steel in the concrete.

The use of Sika® Plastocrete®-250 provides the following benefits in concrete:

• Improved workability
• Improved compressive and flexural strength
• Allows optimization of cement content
• Improved finishability
• Improved durability

   Sika® Plastocrete®-250 does not contain intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate nor promote the corrosion of steel in the concrete.

• Increased workability and easier placeability.
• Improved finishing characteristics for flatwork.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced shrinkage and cracking.
• Reduced segregation at a given slump.
• Reduced permeability.
• Increased concrete durability and uniformity.
• Improved appearance of architectural concrete.
• Increased strength at all ages.

• Increased workability and easier placeability.
• Improved finishing characteristics.
• Mid-range water-reducing characteristics.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced shrinkage and cracking.
• Reduced permeability.
• Increased concrete durability and uniformity.
• Improved appearance of architectural concrete.
• Increased strength at all ages.

• Superior finishing characteristics.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced concrete shrinkage and cracking.
• Increased compressive and flexural strengths.
• Reduced permeability.
• Extended slump retention.
• Increased strength at all ages.

  SikaPlast®-300 GP does not contain intentionally added chlorides.

Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: Mid range application will be beneficial especially in ready mix applications. At a lower dosage, Sikament® AFM can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh ready mix concrete mixes or concrete containing flyash. Sikament® AFM will improve workability and finishability.    High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 25 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cement ratio. The dispersing action of Sikament® AFM maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths.    The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Full flow action aids in pumping and reduces need for vibration.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

    Sikament® AFM does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

• Enables water reduction.
• Improves workability retention without significantly delaying the set time of concrete.
• Improves early and later age strength and durability of concrete.
• Minimizes potential for bleeding and segregation in concrete.
• Improves pumpability and reduces stickiness in concrete.
• Improves finishability and surface appearance of concrete.

   Sikament®-475 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sikament® SPMN delivers multi-range water reduction for high strength concrete with increased early and ultimate compressive and flexural strengths.   High Plasticity: The superplasticizing action of Sikament® SPMN provides excellent workability and concrete will flow easily at very low water cement ratio’s.

• Increased strength due to ability to reduce water-cementitous ratio and enhanced cement dispersion.
• Increased workability.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete with reduced pump pressure.
• Increased durability.
• Improved mix stability even at high workability.
• Reduced permeability.
• Improved appearance of concrete.
• Improved finishing characteristics for flatwork.

  Sikament® SPMN does not include intentionally added chlorides.

Water Reduction: Implication of high performance polymers allows Sikament®-610 to be used for all levels of water reduction. Sikament®-610 delivers high early strength development without causing delay of setting time, while providing a window of workability that makes it useful for most concreting applications. Sikament®-610 is designed for both the production of conventional slump concrete, as well as for SCC applications.    High Plasticity and Cohesion: The superplasticizing action of Sikament®-610 allows the production of high-slump concrete without segregation such that concrete can be placed with minimal vibrations even at low water cement ratios. Sikament®-610 is typically very cost effective when used for water reduction in the range of 20–25 %. Sikament®-610 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix eliminating excessive bleeding and/or segregation. The combined high range water reduction and efficient dispersing action of Sikament®-610 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:   

• Higher early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective dispersion reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• In combination with set time accelerators or hardening accelerators, its fast setting characteristics and fast early strength development allows users to reduce the amount of heat necessary to achieve stripping strength.

    Sikament®-610 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and increased early strength. In addition improved finishing characteristics may be achieved, particularly when final finish, such as broom finish, is desired. Sikament®-610 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 30 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cementitious ratio. The dispersing action of Sikament®-686 maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths.   Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: At a lower dosage, Sikament®-686 can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh concrete mixes or concrete containing fly ash. Sikament®-686 will improve workability and finishability. The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Higher early strengths allow faster demolding and more efficient use of forms to precast producers.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Full flow action aids in pumping and reduces need for vibration.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

   Sikament®-686 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 can be used for the production of SCC (Self Consolidating Concrete) as well as for the production of conventional slump concrete. The implementation of the latest Sika® ViscoFlow® Technology allows Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 to extend the slump retention without a negative impact on set time. This is beneficial especially in a hot climate environment when the slump loss of a concrete mixture is more likely to occur.      High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 35 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability and extended slump retention that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cementitious ratio. The dispersing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths. Extended slump retention does not have negative effect on setting times.    Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: At a lower dosage, Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh concrete mixes or concrete containing fly ash. Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 will improve workability and finishability.     The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Higher early strengths allow faster demolding and more efficient use of forms to precast producers.
• Improved slump retention will extend workability without negative effect on setting time characteristics of the concrete mixture.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

    Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10-15%, and will achieve water reduction up to 45% at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.   High Plasticity: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 provides highslump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability and may be placed with minimal vibration even at very low water cement ratio’s as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 plasticized concrete is highly fluid while maintaining complete cohesion within the concrete matrix to eliminate excessive bleeding or segregation.   
Extended Slump Life and Set Control: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 has been formulated to provide controlled and predictable extended slump life for periods of 60 to 90 minutes with normal set times, The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete: ▪ Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
▪ Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
▪ Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
▪ It has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and extended slump retention at low dosages. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 is a non-chloride based admixture, it does not contain any intentionally added chlorides.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10–15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 40 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.    High Plasticity and Cohesion: The special formulation of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 helps maintain the plasticity of the concrete and extends its workability time during warmer months when slump loss and fast stiffening of the fresh concrete can be a concern. The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provides high slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability, and may be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cement ratios as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix, and eliminates excessive bleeding or segregation. The unique plasticizing effect of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provides excellent formed surface finish. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:

• High early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• High ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

    Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction, increased early strength, improved finishing characteristics, especially when a broom is desired. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 does not contain formaldehyde, calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides, and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10-15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 45 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.   High Plasticity and Cohesion: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provides high-slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability, and may be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cement ratios as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix, and eliminates excessive bleeding or segregation. The unique plasticizing effect of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provides excellent formed surface finish. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:

• Higher early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

   It has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction, increased early strength, improved finishing characteristics, especially when a broom is desired. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 does not contain formaldehyde, calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides, and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 can be used for all levels of water reduction in various types of concrete ranging from dry cast applications, conventional concrete to SCC (Self Consolidating Concrete). Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 will deliver water reduction up to 45 %. The special formulation of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 increases compressive strength of concrete and helps maintain the plasticity of the concrete over prolonged period of time. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 extends concrete workability time during warmer months when slump loss and fast stiffening of the fresh concrete can be a concern. The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provides high slump / flowing concrete that be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cementitious ratios, as low as 0.25.    Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10–15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 45 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.           Plasticizing effect: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provides high slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability and may be placed with minimal vibration even at very low water cementitious ratio’s as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 plasticized concrete is highly fluid while maintaining complete cohesion within the concrete matrix to eliminate excessive bleeding or segregation.    Extended Slump Life and Set Control: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 has been formulated to provide controlled and predictable extended slump life for periods of 60 to 90 minutes with normal set times. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete: Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies. Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability. Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and extended slump retention throughout entire dosage range.   

• Extended slump life.
• Increased compressive strength when compared to reference concrete with same w/cm ratio.
• High early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• High ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cementitious ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

Various levels of water reduction and workability retention can be achieved by adjusting the dosage rate of Sika ViscoFlow®-2020.    At lower dosage rates Sika ViscoFlow®-2020 provides mild to moderate water reduction with some extended workability. At higher dosage rates, or when used in combination with other water reducing admixtures, Sika ViscoFlow®-2020 provides high range water reduction with greater workability retention and the superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump/flow concrete that can typically be placed with minimal or no vibration even at an extremely low water/cementitious ratio.   Concrete produced with Sika ViscoFlow®-2020 typically maintains consistency and workability for longer periods. The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action of Sika ViscoFlow®-2020 provides the following benefits:    ▪ Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability and shrinkage, ▪ Consistent and predictable slump life performance, ▪ Reduced concrete stickiness results in lower pumping pressures,
▪ Improved finishability of concrete, ▪ Increased early and ultimate strengths allow faster structural use of concrete, ▪ Minimal effect on setting times at lower dosage rates, ▪ Increased slump and workability improves efficiency of labor and reduces labor costs,
▪ Minimizes or eliminates the need for concrete retempering.    Sika ViscoFlow®-2020 does not contain intentionally added chlorides.

Sika® Plastocrete®-161 water reducing admixture provides an economical and highly effective means of reducing the amount of mixing water required to produce concrete of a certain slump by acting as a dispersant for the cement particles in the mix.   Through this dispersing action more of the surface area of the cement particles is available for early hydration. The more cement particles hydrated by contact with the mixing water, the greater the compressive strength of the concrete. Sika® Plastocrete®-161 is formulated as a Type A water reducer to allow up to 10 % water reduction and maximize the benefits of increased hydration in both the hardened and plastic states.

• Reduced water content required to achieve desired slump, increases compressive and flexural strengths and allows the use of more economical mixes.
• Improved paste quality makes concrete easier to pump and finish.
• Consistent normal setting times throughout the recommended dosage.
• Lower water cement ratios provide decreased permeability and increased durability.
• Sika® Plastocrete®-161 does not contain intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate nor promote the corrosion of steel in the concrete.

The use of Sika® Plastocrete®-250 provides the following benefits in concrete:

• Improved workability
• Improved compressive and flexural strength
• Allows optimization of cement content
• Improved finishability
• Improved durability

   Sika® Plastocrete®-250 does not contain intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate nor promote the corrosion of steel in the concrete.

• Increased workability and easier placeability.
• Improved finishing characteristics for flatwork.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced shrinkage and cracking.
• Reduced segregation at a given slump.
• Reduced permeability.
• Increased concrete durability and uniformity.
• Improved appearance of architectural concrete.
• Increased strength at all ages.

• Increased workability and easier placeability.
• Improved finishing characteristics.
• Mid-range water-reducing characteristics.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced shrinkage and cracking.
• Reduced permeability.
• Increased concrete durability and uniformity.
• Improved appearance of architectural concrete.
• Increased strength at all ages.

• Superior finishing characteristics.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete.
• Reduced concrete shrinkage and cracking.
• Increased compressive and flexural strengths.
• Reduced permeability.
• Extended slump retention.
• Increased strength at all ages.

  SikaPlast®-300 GP does not contain intentionally added chlorides.

Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: Mid range application will be beneficial especially in ready mix applications. At a lower dosage, Sikament® AFM can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh ready mix concrete mixes or concrete containing flyash. Sikament® AFM will improve workability and finishability.    High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 25 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cement ratio. The dispersing action of Sikament® AFM maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths.    The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Full flow action aids in pumping and reduces need for vibration.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

    Sikament® AFM does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

• Enables water reduction.
• Improves workability retention without significantly delaying the set time of concrete.
• Improves early and later age strength and durability of concrete.
• Minimizes potential for bleeding and segregation in concrete.
• Improves pumpability and reduces stickiness in concrete.
• Improves finishability and surface appearance of concrete.

   Sikament®-475 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sikament® SPMN delivers multi-range water reduction for high strength concrete with increased early and ultimate compressive and flexural strengths.   High Plasticity: The superplasticizing action of Sikament® SPMN provides excellent workability and concrete will flow easily at very low water cement ratio’s.

• Increased strength due to ability to reduce water-cementitous ratio and enhanced cement dispersion.
• Increased workability.
• Easier and faster pumping of concrete with reduced pump pressure.
• Increased durability.
• Improved mix stability even at high workability.
• Reduced permeability.
• Improved appearance of concrete.
• Improved finishing characteristics for flatwork.

  Sikament® SPMN does not include intentionally added chlorides.

Water Reduction: Implication of high performance polymers allows Sikament®-610 to be used for all levels of water reduction. Sikament®-610 delivers high early strength development without causing delay of setting time, while providing a window of workability that makes it useful for most concreting applications. Sikament®-610 is designed for both the production of conventional slump concrete, as well as for SCC applications.    High Plasticity and Cohesion: The superplasticizing action of Sikament®-610 allows the production of high-slump concrete without segregation such that concrete can be placed with minimal vibrations even at low water cement ratios. Sikament®-610 is typically very cost effective when used for water reduction in the range of 20–25 %. Sikament®-610 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix eliminating excessive bleeding and/or segregation. The combined high range water reduction and efficient dispersing action of Sikament®-610 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:   

• Higher early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective dispersion reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• In combination with set time accelerators or hardening accelerators, its fast setting characteristics and fast early strength development allows users to reduce the amount of heat necessary to achieve stripping strength.

    Sikament®-610 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and increased early strength. In addition improved finishing characteristics may be achieved, particularly when final finish, such as broom finish, is desired. Sikament®-610 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 30 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cementitious ratio. The dispersing action of Sikament®-686 maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths.   Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: At a lower dosage, Sikament®-686 can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh concrete mixes or concrete containing fly ash. Sikament®-686 will improve workability and finishability. The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Higher early strengths allow faster demolding and more efficient use of forms to precast producers.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Full flow action aids in pumping and reduces need for vibration.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

   Sikament®-686 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 can be used for the production of SCC (Self Consolidating Concrete) as well as for the production of conventional slump concrete. The implementation of the latest Sika® ViscoFlow® Technology allows Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 to extend the slump retention without a negative impact on set time. This is beneficial especially in a hot climate environment when the slump loss of a concrete mixture is more likely to occur.      High Range Water Reducing Applications: When used as a high range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 35 % can be obtained. The superplasticizing action allows for the production of high slump flowing concrete with excellent workability and extended slump retention that can be placed with minimum vibration even at a low water/cementitious ratio. The dispersing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 maximizes cement hydration efficiency and improves concrete’s early and long term compressive strengths. Extended slump retention does not have negative effect on setting times.    Mid Range Water Reducing Applications: At a lower dosage, Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 can be used as a cost effective mid range water reducing admixture or simply as a water reducing admixture for production of conventional slump concrete. When used as a mid range water reducing admixture, water reduction up to 15 % can be obtained. This application is ideal for use with lean, harsh concrete mixes or concrete containing fly ash. Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 will improve workability and finishability.     The combined water reducing and superplasticizing action provide the following benefits:

• Higher early and ultimate strengths for cost effective high strength concrete and earlier structural use of concrete.
• Higher early strengths allow faster demolding and more efficient use of forms to precast producers.
• Improved slump retention will extend workability without negative effect on setting time characteristics of the concrete mixture.
• Increased slump improves workability and reduces labor costs.
• Greater concrete density reduces permeability and increases durability.

    Sika® ViscoCrete®-1000 does not contain calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides and will not initiate or contribute to corrosion on steel reinforcement present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10-15%, and will achieve water reduction up to 45% at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.   High Plasticity: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 provides highslump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability and may be placed with minimal vibration even at very low water cement ratio’s as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 plasticized concrete is highly fluid while maintaining complete cohesion within the concrete matrix to eliminate excessive bleeding or segregation.   
Extended Slump Life and Set Control: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 has been formulated to provide controlled and predictable extended slump life for periods of 60 to 90 minutes with normal set times, The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete: ▪ Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
▪ Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
▪ Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
▪ It has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and extended slump retention at low dosages. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2100 is a non-chloride based admixture, it does not contain any intentionally added chlorides.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10–15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 40 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.    High Plasticity and Cohesion: The special formulation of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 helps maintain the plasticity of the concrete and extends its workability time during warmer months when slump loss and fast stiffening of the fresh concrete can be a concern. The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provides high slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability, and may be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cement ratios as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix, and eliminates excessive bleeding or segregation. The unique plasticizing effect of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provides excellent formed surface finish. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:

• High early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• High ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

    Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction, increased early strength, improved finishing characteristics, especially when a broom is desired. Sika® ViscoCrete®-4100 does not contain formaldehyde, calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides, and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10-15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 45 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.   High Plasticity and Cohesion: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provides high-slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability, and may be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cement ratios as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 maintains excellent cohesion within the concrete matrix, and eliminates excessive bleeding or segregation. The unique plasticizing effect of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provides excellent formed surface finish. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete:

• Higher early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.

   It has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction, increased early strength, improved finishing characteristics, especially when a broom is desired. Sika® ViscoCrete®-6100 does not contain formaldehyde, calcium chloride or any other intentionally added chlorides, and will not initiate or promote the corrosion of steel present in the concrete.

Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 can be used for all levels of water reduction in various types of concrete ranging from dry cast applications, conventional concrete to SCC (Self Consolidating Concrete). Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 will deliver water reduction up to 45 %. The special formulation of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 increases compressive strength of concrete and helps maintain the plasticity of the concrete over prolonged period of time. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 extends concrete workability time during warmer months when slump loss and fast stiffening of the fresh concrete can be a concern. The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provides high slump / flowing concrete that be placed with minimal or no vibration even at very low water cementitious ratios, as low as 0.25.    Water Reduction: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 can be dosed in small amounts to obtain water reduction from 10–15 %, and will achieve water reduction up to 45 % at high dosage rates. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 is suitable for all levels of water reduction.           Plasticizing effect: The superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provides high slump, flowing concrete that maintains excellent workability and may be placed with minimal vibration even at very low water cementitious ratio’s as low as 0.25. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 plasticized concrete is highly fluid while maintaining complete cohesion within the concrete matrix to eliminate excessive bleeding or segregation.    Extended Slump Life and Set Control: Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 has been formulated to provide controlled and predictable extended slump life for periods of 60 to 90 minutes with normal set times. The combined high range water reduction and superplasticizing action of Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 provide the following benefits in hardened concrete: Higher ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies. Reduced water cement ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability. Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance. Sika® ViscoCrete®-2110 has been formulated to provide maximum water reduction and extended slump retention throughout entire dosage range.   

• Extended slump life.
• Increased compressive strength when compared to reference concrete with same w/cm ratio.
• High early compressive strengths for earlier removal of forms and structural use of concrete.
• High ultimate strengths allow for greater engineering design flexibility and structural economies.
• Reduced water cementitious ratios produce more durable, dense concrete with reduced permeability.
• Highly effective plasticizer reduces surface defects in concrete elements and improves aesthetic appearance.
• Ideal for the production of Self Consolidating Concrete.