Applied as a second coat, xypex modiied chemically reinforces xypex concentrate where two coats. Xypex admix c consists of portland cement, very fine treated silica sand and various active, proprietary chemicals. Xypex concentrate powder by volume for 10 15 seconds. This section of the xypex specification and application manual. Discussion with local xypex technical services representatives and construction professionals is recommended. Where available, regionally established construction details, norms, standards and practices should be followed. Patchn plug stops flowing water in seconds and is used to seal cracks, tie holes, and other defects in concrete.
Xypex chemical corporation is one of the worlds leading. Xypex concentrate is the most chemically active product within the xypex crystalline waterproofing system. These instructions should be read in conjunction with the relevant product and safety data sheets surface preparation concrete surfaces to be treated must be clean and free of laitance, dirt, film, paint, coating or other. Products xypex concentrate xypex gamma cure supplementary surface preparation 1. Four subcontractors, one each for the four highway tunnels, applied the xypex concentrate where needed. The average depths of carbonation were measured at 28, 56, 77 and 91 days. Surface preparation concrete surfaces to be treated must be clean and free of laitance, dirt, film, paint, coating or other foreign matter. However, scientific examination on concrete samples modified using either admixture has shown significant differences in the microstructures between the two. Xypex concentrate is applied as a cementitious slurry to the surface of exist. Fill cavity by tightly compressing drypac into the groove with pneumatic packing tool or with hammer and wood block. It is mixed with xycrylic admix to produce enhanced bond. The depth of carbonation of these xypex concentrate coated samples was reduced by 35 40% compared to the controls.
Drypac is prepared by mixing six parts xypex concentrate powder with one part water to a dry, lumpy consistency. A coating of xypex concentrate was applied to one face of a 300 mm x 300 mm x. Xypex products have been researched, formulated and packaged for ease of application in projects around the world. Page 1 of 2 xypex concentrate modified slurry coat application procedures note. For applications with aesthetic considerations, concentrate. Xypex chemical corporation is aware that other organizations. Concrete waterproofing xypex catalogue alhaj group of. Xypex concentrate is to be used as the initial coat in a twocoat system, the concentrate coating should be installed as per the manufacturers standard instructions. Xypex concentrate is the most chemically active product within the xypex crystalline system. Control and xypex concentrate coated samples were carbonated in an accelerated carbonation chamber. Concentrate consists of portland cement, finely graded sand and active proprietary. Therefore penetron and xypex admix should be considered as two different products based on this examination. Csi format provides a uniform approach to organizing.
When mixed with water, this light grey powder is applied as a cementitious slurry coat to abovegrade or belowgrade concrete, either as a single coat or as the first of a twocoat application. Megamix i is a unique blend of portland cement, treated silica sand, fibers and proprietary chemicals. This method statement must be used in conjunction with the product datasheet. Mix by adding one part clean water to six parts xypex concentrate powder by volume blend by trowel for 10 to 15 seconds only lumps should be present in mixture. Xypex dry shake products, for horizontal surfaces, are part of the xypex concrete waterproofing and protection system and represent one of three different ways to install xypex crystalline technology into concrete. Xypex crystalline technology has been established in canada since 1969 and in australia, with the one owner, xypex australia, since 1991. Xypex concentrate is highly resistant to aggressive chemicals ph range between 3 and 11 and can be applied to the positive or negative side of the concrete surface. The xypex product range consists of high quality products which are typically used for concrete waterproofing, concrete durability, and concrete repair and protection. Xypex concentrate drypac mix material by volume with clean water that is free from salt and deleterious materials. Sold through an international network of distributors and licensed manufacturers in over 70 countries, xypex products are specified and applied on all types of construction projects, in all climates and in widely varying construction situations. Xypex products are manufactured in richmond, bc, canada. Xypex chemical corporation is the worldwide leader in crystalline concrete waterproofing and protection technology. Megamix i should then be applied over the concentrate coating while the concentrate is still green i.
Xypex modified can be applied as a second coat to reinforce xypex concentrate, or applied by itself to dampproof the exterior of foundation walls. When a second coat xypex concentrate or xypex modified is required, it should be. Xypex concrete waterproofing using crystalline technology. Xypex megamix i is a thin parge coat for the waterproofing and resurfacing of vertical masonry or concrete surfaces, as a cap coat for xypex concentrate, or as an architectural rendering. Xypex products are currently distributed to over 80 countries worldwide. Xypex patchn plug is a specially designed, fastsetting, nonshrink, highbondstrength, hydraulic cement compound for concrete patching and repair.
The specifications and information regarding the products in this manual are subject to change. Mix by adding one part clean water to six parts xypex concentrate powder by volume. Xypex coating products, for surface application, are part of the xypex concrete waterproofing and protection system and represent one of three different ways to install xypex. Xypex concentrate as described below in cavity and allow to dry for 10.
Xypex is a unique chemical treatment for the waterproofing, protection and improvement of concrete. Save these documents and more when you sign up for a free buildsite account. Downloadable dwgs and pdfs of typical assemblies and details for waterproofing of concrete structures using xypex admix. Find submittalready datasheets, sds, specs, icces reports. The following construction details are provided to give information and guidance. For specific information such as xypex product test data, coverage, installation procedures, please download a product data sheet. Xypex concentrate ds1 xypex ds1 is a special dry shake formulation of xypex. Xypex cementitious products are not lammable and are not subject to explosion.
The product range varies from crystalline growth products through to noncrystalline ancillary products. Xypex products xypex concrete waterproofing products. Xypex concentrate iniciuje v kapilarnim systemu betonu rust vlaknitych krystalu na molekularni urovni a trvale zaceluje. However, xypex permanently seals concrete from water or chemical permeability. Follow all xypex and other manufacturers specifications and installation instructions. Xypex modified free bim object for revit bimobject. Xypex cseries admix was incorporated in the primary sprayed concrete liner before casting the secondary liner against it, removing the need for a waterproofing membrane. Xypex crystalline waterproofing vitalerobinson concrete. Xypex concentrate free bim object for revit bimobject.
Approximately 95 percent or more of the seepage has been stopped using. Xypex concentrate is a unique chemical treatment for the waterproofing and. The megamix i coating should not be applied later than 24 hours after the application of xypex concentrate. Xypex is a unique chemical treatment for the waterproofing, protection and repair of concrete. Vitalerobinson companies offers our customers advanced concrete waterproofing products by xypex. When mixed with water, this light grey powder is applied as a cementitious slurry coat to abovegrade or below. Xypex products are nontoxic, dry powder compounds designed for application as a slurry coat, dry shake, or admix. Xypex australia sustainability in concrete structures. Xypex admix c is added to the concrete mix at the time of batching. Xypex chemical corp 2018 jingslink marketing pte ltd. Xypex australia 893 burnside road, alberton qld 4207, australia. Xypex is committed to enhancing the watertightness, durability and service life of concrete structures by promoting the increased use.
Xypex modified can be applied as a second coat to reinforce xypex concentrate, or applied by itself to dampproof the exterior of foundation. Concrete surfaces to be treated must be clean and free of laitance, dirt, film. This section of the xypex specification utilizes the section format of the construction specifications institute csi manual of practice. Xypex s performance advantage lies in its unique ability to become an integral part of the concrete mass. Applied as a second coat to reinforce xypex concentrate, or applied by itself to dampproof the exterior. Xypex concentrate is a product in the crystalline waterproofing waterproofing additive category. This is to certify that the following products have been found in conformance with the global greentagcerttm scheme standard for the tier and level noted herein.