Conbextra GP* constructive solutions

General purpose non-shrink cementitious grout

Uses Description

Conbextra GP general purpose grouting is used where it is Conbextra GP cementitious grout is supplied as a ready to
essential to eliminate shrinkage when completely filling the use dry powder. The addition of a controlled amount of clean
void between a base plate and a substrate. Such an water produces a flowing non-shrink grout for gap
application would be the grouting of a stanchion base plate. thicknesses up to 100 mm.
It can also be used for anchoring a wide range of fixings.
Conbextra GP is a blend of Portland cement, graded fillers
These include masts, anchor bolts and fence posts.
and chemical additives which impart controlled expansion in
the plastic state whilst minimising water demand. The low
Advantages
water demand ensures high early strength. The graded filler
! Gaseous expansion system compensates for shrinkage is designed to assist uniform mixing and produce a
and settlement in the plastic state. consistent grout.
! No metallic iron content to cause staining.
Technical support
! Prepackaged material overcomes potential on-site
batching variations. Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high quality, high
! Develops high early strength without the use of chlorides. performance construction products. In addition, Fosroc offers
a worldwide technical support and on-site service to
! High ultimate strength and low permeability ensure the
specifiers, end-users and contractors.
durability of the hardened grout.

Typical detail of stanchion base plate

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Properties Instructions for use

The following results were obtained at a water:powder ratio
Preparation
of 0.18 and temperature of 25°C.
Concrete surface
Compressive strength
The substrate surface must be free from oil, grease or any
BS 1881 part 116 1983 : 26 N/mm2 @ 1 day
loosely adherent material. If the concrete surface is defective
55 N/mm2 @ 7 days
or has laitance, it must be cut back to a sound base. Bolt
66 N/mm2 @ 28 days
holes and fixing pockets must be blown clean of any dirt or
Flexural strength
debris.
BS 4551 Part 1-98 : 9.0 N/mm2 @ 7 days
Time for expansion Pre-soaking
Start : 15 to 20 minutes
For a minimum of 2 hours prior to grouting, the area of cleaned
Finish : 1.5 to 2 hours
substrate should be flooded with fresh water. Immediately
Fresh wet density : Approximately 2320 kg/m3
before grouting takes place, any free water should be removed.
Modulus of elasticity
Particular care should be taken to blow out all bolt holes and
ASTM C 469-02 : >24000 MPa
pockets.
Expansion characteristics
ASTM C940-98a : Up to 2% @ 24 hours Base plate

It is essential that this is clean and free from oil, grease or

Specification
scale. Air pressure relief holes should be provided to allow
Performance specification venting of any isolated high spots.

All grouting where shown on the drawing must be carried out Levelling shims
with a pre-packaged cement based product which is chloride-
If these are to be removed after the grout has hardened, they
free.
should be treated with a thin layer of grease.
It shall be mixed with clean water to the required consistency.
Formwork
The plastic grout must not bleed or segregate.
The formwork should be constructed to be leakproof. This can
A positive volumetric expansion shall occur while the grout is
be achieved by using foam rubber strip or mastic sealant
plastic by means of a gaseous system.
beneath the constructed formwork and between joints.
The compressive strength of the grout must exceed 50N/mm2
In some cases it is practical to use a sacrificial semi-dry sand
at 7 days and 60 N/mm2 at 28 days.
and cement formwork. The formwork should include outlets
The storage, handling and placement of the grout must be in for pre-soaking.
strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Unrestrained surface area
Supplier specification
This must be kept to a minimum. Generally the gap width
All grouting where shown on the drawing must be carried out between the perimeter formwork and the plate edge should
using Conbextra GP manufactured by Fosroc and used in not exceed 75 mm on the pouring side and 25 mm on the
accordance with the manufacturer’s data sheet. opposite side. It is advisable where practical to have no gap at
the flank sides.

Mixing

For best results a mechanically powered grout mixer should

be used. When quantities up to 50 kg are used, a slow speed
drill fitted with a Fosroc Mixing Paddle (MR3) should be used.
Larger quantities will require a high shear vane mixer. Do not
use a colloidal impeller mixer.

To enable the grouting operation to be carried out continuously,

it is essential that sufficient mixing capacity and labour are
available. The use of a grout holding tank with provision to
gently agitate the grout may be required.

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Consistency of grout mix Cleaning

The quantity of clean water required to be added to a Conbextra GP should be removed from tools and equipment
25 kg bag to achieve the desired consistency is given below. with clean water immediately after use. Cured material can be
removed mechanically, or with Fosroc Acid Etch*†.
Trowellable : 3.4 - 3.6 litres per 25kg bag
Sampling procedure
Flowable : 4 - 4.5 litres per 25kg bag
Cementitious grouts cannot be tested as concrete. Special
The selected water content should be accurately measured
sampling procedure are required refer to your local Fosroc
into the mixer. The total contents of the Conbextra GP bag should
office for further details.
be slowly added and continuous mixing should take place for
5 minutes. This will ensure that the grout has a smooth even Typical hopper system
consistency.
Removable hopper: For larger pours the grout may be hand
Placing placed or pumped into a removable hopper (trough).

At 25°C place the grout within 15 minutes of mixing to gain full

benefit of the expansion process.

Conbextra GP can be placed in a minimum thickness of 10mm

up to a maximum thickness of 100mm in a single pour when
used as an underplate grout. For thicker sections it is necessary
to fill out Conbextra GP with well graded 10mm, silt free
aggregate to minimise exotherm. If bulking with aggregate is
used the ratio shall not exceed 1:1. Contact Fosroc for details
of pre-bagged supply. The properties of a bulked grout will
differ from those published in this data sheet.

Any bolt pockets must be grouted prior to grouting between the

substrate and the base plate.

Continuous grout flow is essential. Sufficient grout must be

prepared before starting. The time taken to pour a batch must
be regulated to the time taken to prepare the next one.

Pouring should be from one side of the void to eliminate any High temperature working
air or pre-soaking water becoming trapped under the
It is suggested that, for temperatures above 35°C, the following
baseplate. It is advisable to pour the grout across the shortest
guidelines are adopted as good working practice:
distance of travel. The grout head must be maintained at all
times so that a continuous grout front is achieved. (i) Store unmixed material in a cool (preferably temperature
controlled) environment, avoiding exposure to direct
Where large volumes have to be placed Conbextra GP may be
sunlight.
pumped. A heavy duty diaphragm pump is recommended for
this purpose. Screw feed and piston pumps may also be (ii) Keep equipment cool, arranging shade protection if
suitable. necessary. It is especially important to keep cool those
surfaces of the equipment which will come into direct
Curing
contact with the material itself.
On completion of the grouting operation, exposed areas should
(iii) Try to eliminate application during the hottest times of the
be thoroughly cured. Suggest curing with Concure 1315. There
day and in direct sunlight.
is no need to remove Concure 1315 as it will provide some
protection and won’t yellow. If using wet Hessian and plastic (iv) Make sufficient material, plant and labour available to
sheeting then leave for at least seven days – especially if ensure that application is a continuous process.
exposed to sunlight.
(v) Water (below 20°C) should be used for mixing the grout
prior to placement.

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Limitations Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary

products which include :
- Should not be placed in any unrestrained situation.
However, can be used for bolt holes or pockets. ! waterproofing membranes & waterstops
For further details contact Fosroc.
! joint sealants & filler boards

Estimating ! cementitious & epoxy grouts

Supply ! specialised flooring materials

Conbextra GP : 25 kg bags
Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
Yield products specifically designed for the repair and
Trowellable : 12 litres per 25kg bag refurbishment of damaged concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic
Flowable : 13.25 litres per 25kg bag Approach’ to concrete repair features the following :

Note: Allowance should be made for wastage when ! hand-placed repair mortars
estimating quantities required.
! spray grade repair mortars

Storage ! fluid micro-concretes

Conbextra GP has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry ! chemically resistant epoxy mortars
store in sealed bags. If stored in high temperature and high
! anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
humidity locations the shelf life will be reduced.
! chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
Precautions
For further information on any of the above, please consult
Health and safety your local Fosroc office - as below.

Conbextra GP is alkaline and should not come into contact

with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of dust during mixing.

Gloves, goggles and dust mask should be worn.

If contact with skin occurs, wash with water. Splashes to eyes

should be washed immediately with plenty of clean water
and medical advice sought.

Fire

Conbextra GP is non-flammable.

Additional Information

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

†
See separate data sheet

Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard
Conditions for the Supply of Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s
responsibility to obtain the recent version. Refer to www.fosroc.com.

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