Concrete

QUANTEC® PL 490

Plasticizing Admixture

Description

QUANTEC® PL-490 admixture is a concentrated plasticizer specially formulated for use in the production of concrete block, concrete, pipe and other low slump concrete products where a smooth, tight surface with a light swipe is preferred.

QUANTEC® PL-490 admixture is supplied as a liquid concentrate but it is intended to be used in a diluted form. 

Application areas

  • QUANTEC® PL-490 admixture may be used in all zero or low slump concrete to increase workability while retaining cohesiveness, and to provide for more complete hydration of the cement. QUANTEC® PL-490 admixture is a plasticizer which improves the dispersion of the cement throughout the mix as well as improving the workability of the mix which can improve machine efficiency.
  • The increased workability achieved with QUANTEC® PL-490 admixture allows for better compaction of the block with less cracking and sharper corners and edges, resulting in fewer culls. Production can be improved while maintaining a smoother, denser surface with a light swipe.

Benefits

  • Light swipe
  • Increased throughput
  • Sharper corners and edges
  • Fewer culls
  • Cost effective
  • Smoother, denser surface
  • Better compaction

Packaging

  • 55 gallon drum
  • 275 gallon tote