Guncrete

11/1997

Guncrete

High strength, low shrinkage, high build

spray applied repair mortar

Uses
Fresh wet density: Approximately
For the reinstatement of large areas of concrete and for
2160 kg/m3 dependent on
small, localised patch repairs in areas such as sea walls
bridge decks and piers, tunnels, sewer pipes, etc . actual consistency used.

Specification clauses
Advantages
Steel reinforcement primer
■ High early strength
■ Very low drying shrinkage values The steel reinforcement primer shall be Nitoprime Zincrich,
a single component zinc-rich epoxy resin. The primer shall be
■ Chloride free
an ‘active’ type, capable of avoiding the generation of incipient
■ Low rebound anodes in the immediately adjacent locations.

Description Repair mortar

Guncrete is supplied as a ready to use dry powder for use The shrinkage-compensated reinstatement mortar shall be
with standard dry spray gunite or shotcrete equipment. The Guncrete, a single component cement-based blend of
material is formulated to produce a high build, low rebound, powders to which only the site-addition of clean water shall
material which can be applied by standard spraying be permitted. The cured mortar shall achieve >45 MPa
techniques. compressive strength at 28 days. Drying shrinkage
measured to ASTM modified 23oC/RH50% shall be not
greater than 450 microstrain at 7 days and 650 microstrain
Technical support
at 28 days.
Parbury Technologies offers a comprehensive range of high
performance, high quality construction products. In addition, Application instructions
Parbury Technologies offers a technical support service to
Preparation
specifiers, end-users and contractors, as well as on-site
technical support. Saw cut or cut back the extremities of the repair locations to
a depth of at least 10mm to avoid feather-edging and to
Design criteria provide a square edge. Break out the complete repair area
to a minimum depth of 10mm up to the sawn edge.
Guncrete is designed for vertical or horizontal use. It can be
applied in sections from 10mm up to150mm. The material Clean the surface and remove any dust, unsound or
should not be applied at less than 10mm thickness. contaminated material, plaster, oil, paint, grease, corrosion
deposits or algae. Where breaking out is not required,
Properties roughen the surface and remove any laitance by light
scabbling or grit-blasting.
The following results were obtained at a water:powder ratio
of 0.10 and temperature of 25oC. Oil and grease deposits should be removed by steam
cleaning, detergent scrubbing or the use of a proprietary
Test method Typical result degreaser. The effectiveness of decontamination should
then be assessed by a pull-off test.
Compressive strength 15 MPa @ one day
(BS 1881 Pt 116: 1983): 50 MPa @ 28 days Expose fully any corroded steel in the repair area and
Drying shrinkage ASTM remove all loose scale and corrosion deposits. Steel
modified 23o C/RH50% should be cleaned to a bright condition paying particular
7 days: < 350 microstrain attention to the back of exposed steel bars. Grit-blasting is
28 days: < 500 microstrain recommended for this process.
Guncrete: 11/1997

Setting time (BS 5075) –

Where corrosion has occurred due to the presence of chlorides,
Initial set: 4.5 hours the steel should be high-pressure washed with clean water
Final set: 10 hours immediately after grit-blasting to remove corrosion products
from pits and imperfections within its surface.
Reinforcing steel priming Overcoating with protective decorative finishes
Apply one full coat of Nitoprime Zincrich and allow to dry Guncrete is extremely durable and will provide excellent
before continuing. If any doubt exists about having protection to the embedded steel reinforcement within the
achieved an unbroken coating, a second application should repaired locations. The surrounding parts of the structure
be made and, again, allowed to dry before continuing. will generally benefit from the application of a barrier/
decorative coating to limit the advance of chlorides and
Application
carbon dioxide, thus bringing them up to the same
Exposed steel reinforcing bars should be firmly secured to protective standard as the repair itself. Parbury
avoid movement during the application process as this will Technologies recommend the use of the Dekguard range of
affect mortar compaction, build and bond. protective, anti-carbonation coatings. These products
provide a decorative and uniform appearance as well as
Apply the Guncrete to the prepared substrate using suitable
protecting areas of the structure which might otherwise be
guniting or shotcreting equipment. Ensure thorough
at risk from the environment. Dekguard products may be
compaction of the mortar around the exposed
applied over the repair area without prior removal of the
reinforcement. Guncrete can be applied in sections from
Nitobond AR curing membrane. Other curing membranes
10mm up to 150mm in one pass.
must be removed prior to the application of Dekguard
If sagging occurs during application to vertical surfaces, the products.
Guncrete should be completely removed and reapplied at a
Cleaning
reduced thickness on to the substrate.
Nitobond AR and Guncrete should be removed from tools,
Note: the minimum applied thickness of Guncrete is 10mm.
equipment and mixers with clean water immediately after use.
Finishing Cured material can only be removed mechanically.

Guncrete is finished by striking off with a straight edge and Equipment used with Nitoprime Zincrich should be cleaned
closing with a steel float. Wooden or plastic floats, or damp with Fosroc Solvent 20.
sponges may be used to achieve the desired surface
texture. The completed surface should not be overworked. Limitations

Low temperature working Guncrete should not be used when the temperature is
below 5 oC and falling. Do not mix part bags. The product
In cold conditions the material should not be applied when
should not be exposed to moving water during application.
the substrate and/or air temperature is 5oC and falling. At
Exposure to heavy rainfall prior to the final set may result in
5oC static temperature or at 5oC and rising, the application
surface scour. If any doubts arise concerning temperature
may proceed.
or substrate conditions, consult the local Parbury
High temperature working Technologies office.

At ambient temperatures above 35oC, the material should Estimating

not be used as this will cause premature setting.
Supply
Curing
Guncrete: 25 kg bags
Guncrete is a cement-based repair mortar. In common with Nitoprime Zincrich: 1 litre cans
all cementitious materials, Guncrete must be cured
Nitobond AR: 1, 5 and 20 litre containers
immediately after finishing in accordance with good
Fosroc Solvent 20: 4 and 20 litre cans
concrete practice. The use of Nitobond AR, sprayed on to
the surface of the finished Guncrete in a continuous film, is Coverage and yield
recommended. Large areas should be cured as trowelling
Guncrete: Approximately 12.5 litres/25 kg
progresses (0.5 m2 at a time) without waiting for completion
bag (1.25 m2 at 10 mm thickness)
of the entire area. In fast drying conditions, supplementary
Nitoprime Zincrich: 7 m 2/litre (approx.)
curing with polythene sheeting taped down at the edges
Nitobond AR: 6 to 8 m2/litre
must be used. In cold conditions, the finished repair must
be protected from freezing. Notes: the actual yield per bag of Guncrete will depend on
the consistency used.
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11/1997

Storage Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are available on

request to the nearest Parbury Technologies office. Read
Shelf life
the MSDS and product data sheet carefully before first
All products have a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry using any product.
store in the original, unopened bags or packs.
Fire
Storage conditions
Guncrete, Nitobond AR, and Fosroc Solvent 20 are non-
Store in dry conditions in the original, unopened bags or flammable.
packs. If stored at high temperatures and/or high humidity
Nitoprime Zincrich is flammable. Keep away from sources of
conditions the shelf life of Guncrete may be reduced to 4 to
ignition. No smoking. In the event of fire, extinguish with
6 months. Nitobond AR should be protected from frost.
CO2 or foam. Do not use a water jet.

Precautions Flash points

Health and safety Nitoprime Zincrich: 16oC

Guncrete contains cement powders which, when mixed or

Additional information
become damp, release alkalis which can be harmful to the
skin. During use, avoid inhalation of dust and contact with Parbury Technologies manufactures a wide range of
skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, products specifically designed for the repair and
eye protection and respiratory protective equipment. The refurbishment of damaged reinforced concrete. This
use of barrier creams provides additional skin protection. In includes hand-placed and spray grade repair mortars, fluid
case of contact with skin, rinse with plenty of clean water, micro-concretes, chemical-resistant epoxy mortars and a
then cleanse with soap and water. In case of contact with comprehensive package of protective coatings. In addition,
eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water and seek a wide range of complementary products are available. This
medical advice. If swallowed, seek medical attention includes joint sealants, waterproofing membranes, grouting,
immediately - DO NOT induce vomiting. anchoring and specialised flooring materials.

Nitoprime Zincrich, Concure products and Fosroc Solvent Fosroc have also produced several educational training videos
20 should not come into contact with skin or eyes, or be which provide more detail about the mechanisms which cause
swallowed. Ensure adequate ventilation and avoid corrosion within reinforced concrete structures and the solutions
inhalation of vapours. Some people are sensitive to resins, which are available to arrest or retard these destructive
hardeners and solvents. Wear suitable protective clothing, mechanisms. For further information about products, training
gloves and eye protection. If working in confined areas, videos or publications, contact your local Parbury Technologies
suitable respiratory protective equipment must be used. The branch.
use of barrier creams provides additional skin protection. In Manufactured and sold under license from Fosroc International Limited,
case of contact with skin, rinse with plenty of clean water, England. Fosroc, the Fosroc logo and Guncrete are trade marks of Fosroc
International Limited, used under license.
then cleanse with soap and water. If poisoning occurs,
contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. If
swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting - give a glass of water.
If in eyes, hold eyes open, flush with water for at least 15
minutes and see a doctor. If skin contact occurs, remove
contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap
and water.
 PARBURY TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD Sales Offices:
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Important note
Parbury Technologies products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions of sale,
copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst the company endeavours to ensure that any advice, recommendation, specification or information it may
give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either
directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given
by it.

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