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Construction CHEMICALS
Krystol Internal Membrane™ (KIM)
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) is a hydrophilic crystalline admixture internationally known for making exceptionally durable and watertight concrete. KIM contains advanced Krystol® technology, which drives a catalytic reaction using cement and water to grow a protective crystalline network throughout the concrete’s pores, capillaries, cracks, and micro-cracks. Long-term reactivity provides adaptive self-sealing and self-healing properties that counteract deterioration and allow concrete to maintain its integrity. KIM is non-toxic and meets all requirements of ACI 212.3R as a Permeability Reducing Admixture for Hydrostatic Conditions (PRAH).
Other Names & Identifiers
- Waterproofing
APPLICATIONS & BENEFITS
APPLICATIONS
APPLICATIONS & BENEFITSRead and distribute Application Instructions 1.11 (Cast-in-place concrete) or 1.21 (Shotcrete) before using this product. A prepour meeting with the general contractor, forming contractor, finisher, concrete supplier and materials testing engineer is strongly recommended. Treat construction joints and penetrations in accordance to Application Instructions 4.11-4.31 (as applicable). Dose KIM up to a maximum of 8 kg/m3 (13.5 lb/yd3) in consultation with an authorized Kryton representative. KIM is compatible with all cement types, supplementary cementitious materials (SCM’s), admixtures and fibers. Trial batches are required to determine actual plastic properties. Allow KIM to thoroughly mix at medium/high speed for minimum 1 minute per cubic meter/yard in the batch and a minimum of 3 minutes. Place and finish in accordance with ACI guidelines. Cure in accordance with ACI 308.1 guidelines.
FEATURES & ADVANTAGES
APPLICATIONS & BENEFITS- Unsurpassed permeability reducing and durability enhancing performance
- Effective against 140 meters (460 feet) of hydrostatic head pressure
- Proven protection against:
- Water penetration
- Salts/Chlorides and Corrosion
- Sulfate attack
- Aggressive Chemicals
- Freezing-thawing cycles
- Alkali Silica Reaction (ASR)
- Reliably self-seals hairline cracks up to 0.5 mm (0.02 inches) and effectively self-heals micro-cracks
- Reduced concrete shrinkage and cracking
- Permanent integral protection - impervious to physical damage and UV rays
- Allows concrete to breathe
Recommendations
APPLICATIONS & BENEFITS- Water and wastewater structures
- Transportation infrastructure
- Dams, spillways and power stations
- Marine structures
- Tunnels
- Pipes, manholes and pump stations
- Parking structures
- Foundations, basements
- Elevator pits
- Pre-cast and shotcrete
- Secondary containment
- Pools and fountains
Technical Specifications
Specifications
ASTM C494
Limitations
Concrete structures must be designed to resist all structural loads including all hydrostatic forces. Self-sealing is effective for static (non-moving) cracks. For dynamic (moving) cracks, use a flexible sealant. For moving joints, use an engineered expansion joint
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