Concrete
AEA®
Air entraining admixture
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Description
AEA® is a ready to use liquid air-entraining admixture which produces a stable air void system in the mortar phase of concrete mixes. The action of AEA® is to generate a controlled quantity of air in discrete and uniformly dispersed microscopic bubbles which improves concrete workability and reduces bleed of the concrete mix after placement.
AEA® contains no chloride as an intentional component and has no TEA. AEA® is manufactured under rigid control which provides uniform and predictable performance when used in concrete. AEA® complies with AS 1478.1-2000, Type AEA.
Application areas
- Premix, precast and low slump concrete
- Slag, lightweight or manufactured aggregates that produces harsh concrete
- Natural sands, deficient in fines
Benefits
- Improves workability and placeability with reduction in water content
- Lowers the bleed potential of concrete specially in mixes deficient in fines
- Early finishing and setting times in cold climates
- Freeze-thaw cycling in cold climate areas
- Assists in pumping and concrete workability
Packaging
- 205 L Drum
- IBC 1000L
- Bulk
- Pail