{"title":"Grout, Anchor and Encapsulate","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrout, Anchor and Encapsulate products for civil construction work. Choose by substrate, exposure, movement, loading and the approved system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the product technical data before use.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"megapoxy-206","title":"Megapoxy 206 Ultra","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor high-load civil engineering applications like pile splicing, rail track grouting, and anchoring steel bolts into concrete, Megapoxy 206 Ultra provides a 100% solids, flowable epoxy grout that develops high compressive and impact strengths. It is a hydrophilic, water-displacing formulation that maintains adhesion and cures under adverse cold and damp conditions, and complies with AS\/NZS 4020:2005 for contact with drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eHigh-strength structural grouting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMegapoxy 206 Ultra is a solvent-free, two-part epoxy grout designed to pour under plates as thin as 5mm. Its low mixed viscosity of 10,000 cps allows it to flow easily around complex structural components, bridge bearing pads, and machinery bases. The hydrophilic chemistry ensures that the grout displaces water on damp concrete and steel surfaces, achieving a permanent bond that retains its physical strength even after prolonged immersion in water. With a compressive yield strength of 95 MPa and an ultimate compressive strength of 115 MPa, it provides a stable load path superior to standard concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e115 MPa compressive strength (ASTM C579):\u003c\/strong\u003e High ultimate load-bearing capacity for grouting heavy machinery, locking bearings, and high-impact civil applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9.5 MPa steel bond strength (ASTM D897):\u003c\/strong\u003e High-tensile adhesion directly to prepared steel surfaces, critical for pile splicing and securing anchor bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5mm to 50mm pour depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e The allowable thickness limits for a single pour, accommodating thin-plate installations up to deeper core holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24-hour cure window (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches minimum cure in 24 hours at 25°C (extends to 48 hours at 15°C; reduces to 12 hours at 35°C) to manage project handovers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-minute work time (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e The practical application window to mix, pour, and align heavy machinery or steel bars before curing begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiling and foundations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Structural pile splicing, pile repair, and restoration in damp or tidal zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy machinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision grouting under machinery bases, locking structural bearings, and stabilizing bridge bearing pads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCivil anchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Setting anchor bolts, locking post-tensioning (PT) cables, filling core holes, and filling truncation pockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfrastructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rail track grouting and permanent concrete floor repairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not apply if the ambient temperature is below 10°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e All paint, galvanizing, or previous coatings must be removed; bonding to coated substrates yields inferior bond strength compared to direct contact with prepared concrete or steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wire brushing metal surfaces is insufficient and results in minimal adhesion only; steel must be grit blasted and degreased.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eInstallation and surface preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eProper mechanical preparation is essential to prevent bond failure under high service loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surfaces must be free from grease and oil. Remove laitance via mechanical scabbling, grit blasting, or grinding. If mechanical preparation is impossible, acid etch using a 1:1 mix of hydrochloric acid and water at 0.5 litres per square metre, allow to react for 10 minutes, wash thoroughly, scrub, and allow to dry for 24 hours. For maximum adhesion, the concrete should be surface dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grit blast steel to AS 1627.2.2002 to achieve a bright metal finish, then degrease by flooding with an industrial-grade degreaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixing procedure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Megapoxy 206 Ultra is supplied in pre-metered kits. Pour the entire contents of Part B into the Part A pail. Mix thoroughly for 2 minutes manually or with a low-speed mechanical stirrer (under 200 rpm), scraping the base and corners. Scrape the sides of the pail with a straight edge to release unmixed Part A, then mix for an additional 1 minute. If a black ring of Part B remains at the edge, tilt the mixer approximately 30° to pull it into the flow. Apply the mixed grout immediately. For clean-up of tools and mixing equipment, use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/megapoxy-thinners\"\u003eMegapoxy Thinners\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Megapoxy","offers":[{"title":"6L Kit","offer_id":43822340505792,"sku":"MP206\/6","price":159.57,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 L Kit","offer_id":44053923987648,"sku":"MP206\/16","price":354.58,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/files\/megapoxy-206-ultra-epoxy-grout-machinery-bases-adheseal.png?v=1763706786"},{"product_id":"megapoxy-ct5","title":"Megapoxy CT5","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor backfilling and encapsulating inductive detector loops, traffic loops, and aircraft landing lights on asphaltic and concrete roadways, Megapoxy CT5 provides a rapid-setting, pourable seal. This cold-pour liquid compound sets under adverse cold and damp conditions, allowing civil contractors and traffic technicians to minimise road and lane closures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLong-term encapsulation for high-traffic environments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMegapoxy CT5 cures to a non-brittle, flexible state with high dielectric strength, protecting sensitive wiring in roadway lighting, automatic gate loops, hearing loops, and weigh-in-motion sensors. The cured compound absorbs the physical stress of constant vehicle traffic without cracking. For high-build and bulk applications, the flow of the mixed liquid can be modified by gradually blending in fine aggregate (such as blue stone) and dry epoxy-quality sand after the initial chemical mix is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:1 mix ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equal volumes of Part A and Part B simplify on-site preparation using the pre-measured 20-litre kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-minute work time (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e A fast, highly reactive window requiring immediate pouring after mixing to ensure self-levelling and complete penetration around wires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-hour cure time (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapidly sets to allow traffic return, curing in 3 hours at 35°C and extending to 12 hours at 15°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40% elongation at break:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retains elasticity under heavy roadway deflection to prevent moisture ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22 MPa compressive strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Withstands heavy vehicle wheel loads on public highways and airport runways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60–70 Shore D hardness (ASTM D2240-00):\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists debris puncture and mechanical wear under service conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDo not apply at temperatures below 10°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStrict adherence to the 1:1 volume ratio is required; incorrect mixing ratios or poor mixing will reduce final physical properties and may cause incomplete curing or surface discolouration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eResin and sand volumes do not combine linearly; sand contains approximately 40% air voids which are filled by the mixed resin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMeasure 1 part by volume of Part A and 1 part by volume of Part B into a clean plastic bucket. Stir thoroughly for at least 3 minutes, ensuring the sides and bottom of the vessel are scraped clean of unmixed material. A mechanical mixer may be used, keeping splashing to a minimum to prevent air entrapment, until the mixture is uniform, black, and free of streaks. If sand or fine aggregate is required to reduce flow for sloped or high-build applications, mix Part A and Part B thoroughly first, then add the dry sand gradually while continuing to mix until homogenous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eClean-up and tools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eClean mixing implements and working tools immediately after use with Megapoxy Thinners. Wear disposable rubber gloves during handling and mixing to maintain proper industrial hygiene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Megapoxy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43822340767936,"sku":"MPCT5\/20","price":605.72,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/files\/megapoxy-ct5-rapid-set-epoxy-airport-lights-adheseal.jpg?v=1763706888"},{"product_id":"rla-penaflow-panel-grout","title":"RLA Penaflow Panel Grout","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor structural support underneath precast concrete panels, filling core holes, and underpinning concrete sections, RLA Penaflow Panel Grout provides a shrink-compensated, Class A cementitious barrier that eliminates settlement gaps. It is formulated to expand in its plastic state to ensure complete void filling, maintaining load-bearing contact across cavities and base infills without staining adjacent substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003ePlastic state expansion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003ePenaflow Panel Grout utilizes a gaseous expansion mechanism that operates while the grout is still in a plastic state. This controlled 1% to 2% expansion begins 15 minutes after mixing and finishes within 3 hours, pre-empting the natural shrinkage and settlement common to standard cementitious mixes. The non-metallic formulation contains no iron, preventing rust staining on exposed concrete faces or panel joints. The grout can be placed at thicknesses from 20mm up to 150mm in a single application, allowing installers to pack, pour, or pump the material depending on the access limits of the joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e55 MPa compressive strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches high strength at 28 days (tested to AS1012.9 and AS2073) to sustain heavy structural loads under precast panels and concrete sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20mm to 150mm application depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enables deep single-pass placement in cavities, gaps, and core holes without requiring layered lifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1% to 2% plastic expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volumetric expansion occurs between 15 minutes and 3 hours after mixing to counteract plastic shrinkage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;10 MPa slant shear bond strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieves strong adhesion to concrete substrates at 28 days (tested via ASTM C882-1987) to resist shifting under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0% bleeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zero-bleed formula prevents water separation, maintaining a homogeneous mix that will not weaken the upper bond line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGrouting underneath precast panels and structural concrete sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFilling core holes created in panels by core drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFilling cavities, gaps, and base infills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCore filling in concrete block work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUnderpinning existing concrete structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSecuring and filling around anchor bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not mix by hand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must be mixed mechanically with a forced-action mixer, high-shear mixer, or electric drill with a spiral paddle at 500-600 rpm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater ratio limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not add water beyond the specified limits (maximum 4.0L per 20kg bag). Excess water causes segregation, bleeding, and reduced strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo dry application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never apply mixed grout to a dry, porous substrate. Saturated surface preparation is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not vibrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use mechanical vibrators to assist the flow of the grout; use a header box to maintain gravity flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrestrained areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep unrestrained grout areas to a minimum to ensure structural performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature boundaries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply only between 10°C and 30°C. Low temperatures delay setting and strength development; high temperatures accelerate setting and increase cracking risks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003ePreparation and installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAll concrete substrates must be clean, sound, and free from curing compounds, dust, oil, or grease. Prepared areas must be saturated with water for 4 hours before grouting to reduce substrate porosity. All standing water and puddles must be removed from holes and cavities before placement begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eWhen grouting under base plates, bleed holes or venting holes must be provided to prevent pressure build-up. Formwork must be watertight, which can be achieved by sealing the joints with foam rubber strips, polyurethane, or silicone. Construct the formwork to maintain a continuous grout head above the level of the underside of the base plate, allowing gravity flow without trapping air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMix the grout by adding the powder to pre-measured cold water. Mix for 3 to 5 minutes until homogeneous. Discard any mix that has stiffened or become unworkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eConsistency and yield\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Pack \/ Stiff Grout:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7 to 2.9 litres of water per 20kg bag. Yields approximately 10.3 litres per bag. Initial set at 1.5 hours; final set at 2.5 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic \/ Trowellable Grout:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0 to 3.4 litres of water per 20kg bag. Yields approximately 10.6 litres per bag. Initial set at 3 hours; final set at 4.5 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowable \/ Pourable Grout:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.6 to 4.0 litres of water per 20kg bag. Yields approximately 11.0 litres per bag. Initial set at 4.5 hours; final set at 6.5 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eCuring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eCuring is critical to the final strength and performance of the grout. Upon completion of placement, cure all exposed grout surfaces immediately using plastic sheeting, wet hessian, or a wet liquid curing compound from the RLA Curecon range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45418145710272,"sku":"GROUTAFTEKPG\/20","price":23.24,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/files\/penaflow-panel-grout-non-shrink-precast-panels-adheseal.png?v=1763709484"},{"product_id":"megapoxy-hicb","title":"Megapoxy HICB","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor backing metal liner plates and filling gaps between liners and support structures in cone crushers, gyratory crushers, and grinding mills, Megapoxy HICB is a two-component, 100% solids, pourable epoxy grout. It provides the high impact resistance and compressive strength needed to withstand heavy machinery loads on concrete and metal substrates without cracking or losing adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMegapoxy HICB cures to form a high-strength backing and reinforcement layer that absorbs extreme mechanical shock in mining and quarry machinery. This pourable, low-VOC epoxy flows into tight clearances between liner plates and support frames, securing locking bearings, chocking machinery, and grouting rail tracks. The formulation is available in both Standard and Accelerated versions, allowing installers to select the required cure speed and working window for the ambient temperature of the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e112 MPa compressive strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultimate compressive strength (ASTM C579) ensures the cured grout carries heavy cyclic crushing forces without crushing or deforming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 MPa tensile bond strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-strength adhesion (ASTM D897) secures metal-to-metal and metal-to-concrete contact points under severe vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 mm maximum casting thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Defines the maximum depth allowed per single pour to control heat generation during cure and prevent thermal cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-minute work time (Standard) \/ 10-minute (Accelerated):\u003c\/strong\u003e The application window at 25°C to pour and place the grout before the cure reaction begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24-hour cure at 25°C (Standard) \/ 6-hour (Accelerated):\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum curing periods required before returning crushers and heavy machinery to active service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCone crushers and primary gyratory crushers\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGrinding mills, rotating mills, and pulverisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eLocking bearings and machinery chocking\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSetting anchor bolts and rail track grouting\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eInstallation and mixing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eSuccessful application requires thorough preparation and strict mixing sequences to prevent curing failures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grit blast metal surfaces to AS 1627.2.2002. If grit blasting is not possible, mechanically abrade to clean, bright metal and degrease with an industrial-grade degreaser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrevice sealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seal all crevices with a rapid-setting putty, such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/megapoxy-pf\"\u003eMegapoxy PF\u003c\/a\u003e, to prevent the liquid backing mixture from leaking out during the pour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing process:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir Part A to eliminate any settling. Add Part B slowly while mixing with a low-speed electric mixer for 2 minutes, scraping the base of the pail. Scrape the sides of the pail with a straight edge (do not use the mixer head) and mix for an additional minute until the blue-green colour is uniform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour immediately after mixing. If ambient temperatures are high, store the kits in a cool place prior to mixing to prevent a severely shortened working life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDo not exceed the maximum casting thickness of 50 mm per pour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDo not apply if ambient temperatures are below the minimum application temperature of 10°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDo not rely on wire brushing for metal surface preparation, as it is not entirely satisfactory and yields minimal adhesion only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eInaccuracies in the mix ratio or incomplete mixing of Part A and Part B will lower physical properties, prevent satisfactory curing, and cause discolouration on ageing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Megapoxy","offers":[{"title":"10kg","offer_id":45523863699648,"sku":"MPHICB\/10","price":148.06,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/files\/megapoxy-hicb-high-impact-crusher-liner-backing-adheseal.png?v=1763711510"},{"product_id":"rla-penatech-hs-grout","title":"RLA Penatech HS Grout","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor structural concrete applications subject to dynamic loads and continuous vibrations, RLA Penatech HS Grout provides a high-strength, precision Class C cementitious grouting system. It is formulated to achieve non-shrink dual expansion, compensating for volume loss in both the plastic and hardened states to maintain full bearing contact under machine base plates, bridge bearing pads, and crane rail sole plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-strength structural performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenatech HS Grout is a chloride-free cementitious system designed for gap depths from 10mm up to 150mm in a single application. The gaseous expansion mechanism begins after 5 minutes and completes within 25 minutes of mixing, offsetting shrinkage before and during the curing phase. It contains non-metallic wire content to eliminate rust staining on exposed concrete faces. When mixed to a flowable consistency, it maintains excellent flow retention to completely fill deep cavities, core holes, and pre-cast concrete panel gaps without bleeding or segregation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressive strength (Flowable):\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches \u0026gt;25 MPa at 1 day, \u0026gt;50 MPa at 7 days, and \u0026gt;65 MPa at 28 days (tested to AS1012.9-AS2350.11) to support heavy structural loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressive strength (Trowellable):\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches \u0026gt;35 MPa at 1 day, \u0026gt;75 MPa at 7 days, and \u0026gt;85 MPa at 28 days for applications requiring rapid early strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual expansion window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expansion starts at 5 minutes and finishes at 25 minutes to ensure early volume stability while the grout is still plastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero bleed (0%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents water accumulation and top-edge gaps under critical base plates when mixed within specified water ratios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable water ratios per 20kg bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2–2.6 litres for dry-pack\/stiff grout, 2.8–3.2 litres for plastic\/trowellable grout, and 3.5–4.0 litres for flowable\/pourable grout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine base plates requiring critical, void-free support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance structural grouting under bridge bearing pads and crane rail sole plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchor bolt fillings and core hole grouting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-cast concrete sections, panels, cavities, gaps, and base infills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication temperature range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not apply in ambient temperatures below 5°C or above 30°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold weather limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Below 10°C, setting times are extended, early strength gain is dramatically reduced, and some bleeding may occur. Condition the powder and mixing water to 20°C–25°C overnight before use to assist strength development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot weather limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Above 30°C, setting times are accelerated and placement becomes difficult. Keep powder cool, use cold mixing water, and place the grout early in the morning or late in the evening out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrestrained areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep unrestrained grout areas to a strict minimum to prevent cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater additions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not add water beyond the specified ratios. Excess water causes segregation and bleeding. Discard any grout that has stiffened or become unworkable. Do not mix by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate restriction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never apply mixed grout to a dry, porous concrete substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication and installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete substrates must be clean, sound, and free of dust, oil, grease, curing compounds, and contaminants. Bolt holes and anchor points must be completely free of water. All prepared concrete areas must be saturated with clean water for 4 hours before grouting to control porosity. Remove all excess water, puddles, and standing water from holes immediately before placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formwork must be leakproof and watertight. Seal the base of the formwork using foam rubber strips, polyurethane, or silicone. Construct the formwork to maintain a grout head on the pour side above the level of the underside of the base plate to facilitate gravity flow. Coat the forms with a release agent or form oil before pouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour mixed flowable grout continuously from one side using a header box to maintain head pressure and prevent air entrapment. For large-volume pumping, use a positive displacement pump and a forced-action mixer. Pump from the bottom upwards to fill voids completely. Ensure bleed or venting holes are present in the formwork or base plate to prevent pressure build-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cure all exposed grout immediately after application. 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Tested and compliant with AS1012 and AS1478 as a Class C grout, this dual-expansion, shrinkage-compensated formula allows structural loads, crane rail plates, bridge bearing pads, and heavy machinery base plates to be fully reinstated in 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eDual-stage shrinkage compensation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003ePenatech HES Grout utilises a blend of Portland cement, graded fillers, and chemical additives to control expansion across both the plastic and hardened states. In the plastic state, it expands by 1% to 2% within the first 5 to 25 minutes of mixing to counteract early settlement. It continues to expand during hardening, compensating for long-term drying shrinkage to maintain complete contact under high-load base plates and within precast joints. The non-metallic formulation is iron-free, preventing rust staining in exposed exterior applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-hour compressive strength (\u0026gt;35 MPa Flow \/ \u0026gt;25 MPa Fluid):\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapid early strength development to support structural loads and facilitate fast equipment reinstatement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e28-day compressive strength (\u0026gt;85 MPa Flow \/ \u0026gt;65 MPa Fluid):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tested to AS1012.9 and AS1478.2, ensuring high ultimate load-bearing capacity under dynamic forces and continuous vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10mm to 120mm application thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for single-pour under-plate grouting and bolt-hole anchoring without aggregate addition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-minute placement window:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 20°C, the mixed grout must be placed within 10 minutes to secure the full benefit of the plastic expansion process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.0 kg\/m²\/mm coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly predictable material planning for calculating consumption in cavities, gaps, and recesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty support under high-load machine base plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGrouting crane rail plates and bridge bearing pads subject to dynamic loads and continuous vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003ePrecast concrete panel grouting and structural connection cavities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eAnchoring bolts, dowels, and fixing pockets in solid concrete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFilling concrete cavities, gaps, and structural recesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eInstallation and mixing limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor quantities up to 40kg, a slow-speed drill fitted with a high-shear mixer must be used. 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Grout must be poured continuously from one side of the void to prevent air entrapment. Always grout bolt pockets before grouting the main gap beneath the base plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor pours thicker than 120mm, Penatech HES Grout must be filled out with a well-graded, silt-free aggregate, such as Epilox Fillers F4 added at 10kg per 20kg bag, to control heat build-up. Note that adding aggregate creates a heat sink that will slightly retard the grout set and slow early strength development during the first few hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-temperature working:\u003c\/strong\u003e When ambient or contact surface temperatures are 5°C or below on a falling thermometer, warm water (30°C to 40°C) is required for mixing to accelerate strength development. For temperatures below 10°C, formwork must remain in place for at least 36 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-temperature working:\u003c\/strong\u003e When ambient temperatures exceed 35°C, cool water (below 20°C) must be used to mix the grout. Keep unmixed bags stored undercover and as cool as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrestrained surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep unrestrained grout surface area to a minimum. 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It is formulated to eliminate shrinkage while in a plastic state, ensuring complete contact and load transfer between concrete substrates and base plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUW Penaflow Grout uses a pre-blended mix of Portland cement, graded aggregates, and chemical additives that trigger a 1% to 2% volumetric expansion while the mix is still plastic. This expansion begins 15 minutes after mixing and finishes within 3 hours, pushing the grout into close contact with unrestrained surfaces before curing begins. The formula contains no metallic iron, preventing rust staining on exposed concrete panel edges and joint lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20mm to 150mm application thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows single-pass pours underneath precast sections and inside deep cavities without the risk of thermal cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e55 MPa compressive strength (at 28 days):\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides high load-bearing capacity for underpinning and structural base infills (tested to AS1012.9 and AS2073).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 MPa bond strength (at 28 days):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensures high-strength adhesion to structural concrete surfaces, measured via the ASTM C882-1987 Slant Shear Method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable consistency yields:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 20kg bag yields 10.3 litres as a dry pack, 10.6 litres when trowellable, and 11.0 litres when mixed to a flowable consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrouting underneath precast concrete panels and structural concrete sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling core holes created in panels by core drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecuring anchor bolts and filling structural cavities, gaps, and base infills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore filling in block work and structural underpinning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not mix by hand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must be mixed using a mechanical forced-action mixer, high shear mixer, or a drill with a spiral mixing paddle at 500-600 rpm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrict water limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not add water beyond the specified ratios (maximum 2.9L for dry pack, 3.4L for trowellable, and 4.0L per 20kg bag for flowable). Excess water causes segregation, bleeding, and loss of strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not vibrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical vibration must not be used to assist flow; rely on gravity flow with a header box or a positive displacement pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only apply when substrate and ambient temperatures are between 10°C and 30°C. 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