Masteremaco S 422

MasterEmaco® S 422
A single component, high strength fibre reinforced structural repair mortar, engineered for
repairs to new construction
DESCRIPTION TYPICAL PROPERTIES*

MasterEmaco S 422 is a combination of
Portland cement, well graded sands, specially Compressive strength BS 1881
>65 N/mm²
selected fibres and additives to improve Part 116 - 28 days
physical, and installation properties and reduce Flexural Strength
>10 N/mm²
the possibility of shrinkage cracks BS EN 1015 Part 11
When mixed with water MasterEmaco S 422 Tensile Strength
>4 N/mm²
BS 6319 Part 7 1985
produces a thixotropic repair mortar, ideally
Wet density ~2219 kg/m³
suited to hand, and wet #spray application at
E-Modulus BS EN 13412-07 >30,000 N/mm²
10-40mm thickness. Water penetration
10mm @ 5 bar
BS EN 12390 Part 8 2000
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Rapid chloride permeability
Repairs to honeycombing and other defects in all AASHTO T 277 : 93 / Low
structural elements such as: ASTM C1202
Slant shear bond ASTM C882 >10 N/mm²
 Beams, columns, walls and slabs in high rise
Consistency BS EN 413
buildings Part 2 2005
5mm @ 20 mins
 Oil gas and petrochemical foundations and >140mm at
supports Flow BS EN 1015 Part 3
30 min
 Columns, Piers and cross beams on highway <1000
Drying shrinkage ASTM C157:93
structures microstrains
 Marine and other civil structures Determination of the adhesion to
 Water production, treatment, intake and concrete by pull off test >2 N/mm²
BS EN 1542
outfall structures and sewerage facilities
 Tunnels, pipes and other below ground
construction APPLICATION GUIDELINES
 Cooling towers and chimneys and other
industrial environments Substrate preparation
All repair areas must be clean, sound and free
ADVANTAGES from all dirt dust, loose material and any oil or
grease which would impair adhesion.
 Cost effective
Defective concrete, honeycombing and cold
 Excellent workability for easy mixing, placing joints must be removed to obtain a keyed
and finishing surface. The chosen method of preparation
 Reduced cracking tendency by use of EE should avoid the formation of micro-cracks and
Fibre technology and synergistic shrinkage fractured aggregate.
control systems
 High modulus ensuring transfer of loads to The edges of all repairs should be cut vertically
parent concrete to a minimum depth of 10mm.
 Can be applied up to 40mm thick in one layer
for reduced installation time
 Concrete coloured when cured
PACKAGING
MasterEmaco S 422 is available in 25 kg bags.
STANDARDS
BS EN 1504
MasterEmaco® S 422
Reinforcing steel preparation Depending upon the geometry of the repair area
In cases where the reinforcing steel has been MasterEmaco S 422 may be installed in a single
exposed the reinforcing shall be prepared to a layer thickness greater than 40mm.
clean bright finish.
As soon as the MasterEmaco S 422 starts to
Priming of the substrate stiffen, finishing can be done by wooden, plastic
Generally priming of the substrate is not or steel float depending upon the type of finish
necessary however the concrete should be required.
thoroughly soaked constantly, to a saturated but
surface dry condition for a minimum of 4 hours For spray application please refer to Master
prior to installation of the repair. Builders Solutions Technical Services
Department.
For overhead repairs where soaking with water
is not practical an alternative method of priming CURING
is by the use of MasterBrace ADH 1414 or Good curing practice must always be followed.
MasterEmaco P 210. Curing of the installed repair should be carried
out by either.
Priming of reinforcement
For corrosion damaged reinforcement, priming of  MasterKure curing agents
the steel is recommended with  Damp Hessian and polythene
MasterEmaco 8100 AP, a single component,
zinc rich epoxy primer.
COVERAGE / YIELD
A 25kg bag of MasterEmaco S 422 will yield
MIXING
approximately 12.3 – 12.8 L of mortar.
It is recommended that only full bags of 25 kg
are mixed. One bag of MasterEmaco S 422 will cover
MasterEmaco S 422 should be mixed by 1.25 m² at thickness of 10mm. This coverage is
mechanical means. Single bags may be mixed theoretical and depends upon the surface profile
using a slow speed drill and spiral paddle or of the substrate and the wastage.
forced action mechanical mixer.
Place the mixing water into the mixing bucket
WATCHPOINTS
and add the MasterEmaco S 422 powder and
mix for approximately 3-5 minutes until a smooth  During the summer months or where
lump free consistency is achieved. elevated ambient temperatures are
The water additions shall be 3.2 - 3.5 litres per encountered the MasterEmaco S 422 should
25kg bag depending upon the consistency be mixed using chilled water to ensure that
required. the mixed temperature does not exceed
32°C.
Application  #Spray application may change the physical
Following mixing, the MasterEmaco S 422 can properties of the cured material
be installed by hand and trowel, ensuring good  Do not add cement sand, or which may affect
compaction. The MasterEmaco S 422 shall its properties.
applied at a minimum thickness of 10mm and a  Do not add water or fresh mortar to material
maximum layer thickness of 40mm. Deeper which has begun to set.
repair sections should be applied in layers.
MasterEmaco® S 422
STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE
MasterEmaco S 422 should be stored in dry
conditions out of direct sunlight. Shelf life is 12
months when stored as above.
HEALTH AND SAFETY

Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact
with skin. In case of contact with eyes
immediately flush for at least 15 minutes with
fresh clean water. Call a physician.
In case of contact with skin wash skin

thoroughly.
QUALITY AND CARE

All products originating from Master Builders
Solutions Dubai, UAE facility are manufactured
under a management system independently
certified to conform to the requirements of the
quality, environmental and occupational health &
safety standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO
45001.
* Properties listed are based on laboratory controlled tests.
® = Registered trademark of the MBCC Group in many countries.
MBS_CC-UAE/Em_S422_10_06/v3/10_15/v4/09_19/v5/09_21
The technical information and application advice given in this Master Builders Solutions publication are based on
STATEMENT OF the present state of our best scientific and practical knowledge. As the information herein is of a general nature, no
RESPONSIBILITY assumption can be made as to a product's suitability for a particular use or application and no warranty as to its
accuracy, reliability or completeness either expressed or implied is given other than those required by law. The user
is responsible for checking the suitability of products for their intended use.
Field service where provided does not constitute supervisory responsibility. Suggestions made by Master Builders
NOTE Solutions either orally or in writing may be followed, modified or rejected by the owner, engineer or contractor since
they, and not Master Builders Solutions, are responsible for carrying out procedures appropriate to a specific
application.
Master Builders Solutions

Construction Chemicals LLC
P.O. Box 37127, Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 4 8090800
www.master-builders-solutions.com/en-ae
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DESCRIPTION TYPICAL PROPERTIES*

HEALTH AND SAFETY

In case of contact with skin wash skin

QUALITY AND CARE

* Properties listed are based on laboratory controlled tests.

® = Registered trademark of the MBCC Group in many countries.

Master Builders Solutions

Disclaimer: the LRQA mark relates to

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