Flocrete
AF1

Alkali-free sprayed concrete accelerator (Formerly known as Proset AF)

Advantages

Rapid setting; allows thick sections to be built-up.
Alkaline free.
Minimum rebound.
Single-pass spraying for thick layers.
Excellent for overhead applications.
Can be used for 'wet and dry' processes.

Description

Flocrete AF1 is a set accelerating, alkaline and chloride free admixture used for sprayed concrete, shotcrete and gunite processes.

Packaging

Flocrete AF1 is available in 5 gal (19 litre) containers as well as 275 gal (1,041 litre) and 330 gal (1,249 litre) IBC totes. Bulk supply in tanker trucks is also available upon request.

Shelf Life

Flocrete AF1 has a shelf life of 3 months from date of manufacture if stored in a dry area out of direct sunlight and exposure to frost in its original unopened container at temperatures between 41˚F and 95˚F (5°C and 35°C).

Material needs thorough mixing before usage, and for bulk storage, site agitation or recycling pumps is a must.

Standards

Flocrete AF1 complies with ASTM C1141, as Type I and II, Grade 9.

Applications

Flocrete AF1 is suitable for several wet and dry shotcrete applications such as:

Inner lining.
Initial and permanent support of surfaces in underground spaces.
Slope and rock stabilization.
Repair and renovation work.

Compatibility

Flocrete AF1 is suitable to use with all types of Portland cement and cement replacement materials. Flocrete AF1 is compatible with other DCP admixtures when used in the same concrete mix.

If more than one type of admixture is to be used, they must be dispensed into the mix separately.