DESCRIPTION
V-1 Grout is composed of graded sieve sizes of pure silica sand, high early cement, plus natural inorganic and synthetic materials, blended under strict quality control standards for consistent, uniform, high quality. Finished appearance is similar to concrete. Volumetric expansion occurs within 24 hours after mixing with water. Thereafter V-1 becomes completely stable, neither shrinking nor expanding. The limited expansion and internal pressure development are achieved by a high-density crystal formation during hydration.
FEATURES
Controlled Expansion The controlled volumetric expansion and internal pressure development prevents the formation of harmful internal stresses and ensures a rigid, monolithic bond between the surfaces being grouted. V-1 Grout is formulated to prevent shrinkage below mixed volume from the time the specified amount of water is added to produce any consistency from fluid to damp pack. No shrinkage during the initial set - after hardening - after days or years.
Truly non-metallic (not just non-ferrous). Contains no cast iron borings or aluminum particles and therefore can be used in areas where products containing these elements cannot be employed. Successfully withstands fluctuations of moisture, dryness, heat and cold and may be used inside or out without unsightly rusting or the necessity of parging.
Totally non-corrosive V-1 does not contain chlorides, sulphides or similarly harmful chemicals which produce corrosive action and which are present in many other grouting compounds. It is also free from carbon, coke, fly ash or argillaceous materials.
High compressive, adhesive and pullout strengths. The compressive, adhesive and pullout strengths of a grout determine when loads may be applied to structural members or machinery which has been grouted. Early grout strength depends on the amount of mixing water used, the temperature during curing and the elapsed time after placement. Even at the highest recommended fluidity V-1 attains compressive strength of over 40 MPa (5800 psi) in 24 hours. The unique formulation of V-1 Grout results in an increase of compressive strength under vibrating and dynamic load conditions. The fineness modulus of V-1 Grout contributes to its strength and flow characteristics and enables the addition of selected aggregates which do not segregate nor reduce these characteristics.
Ease of installation. No special equipment or personnel are required for the installation of V-1 Grout. Handle as a "performance" concrete.
USE
Grouting of: Turbines, generators, compressors, diesel engines etc. requiring high strength and vibration dampening.
Anchor bolts, sole plates, bridge bearings, conduit, dowels, sleeves, hangers, pipes, lighting standards and communication towers, signs and highway posts, tanks, guard rails, etc. Lathes, cranes, rolling mills, ball mills, paper, rubber and chemical processing equipment, where high early strength and reduced down time is important.
Equipment subject to wide temperature variations, application in contact with aluminum or magnesium or subject to stray electrical currents.
Structural steel columns, bridge beams and seats, craneway rails, transmission towers, unbolted leveling plates and shims.
Applications subject to repeated freeze/thaw cycles, de-icing salts, or water saturation; rock crevices, cracks and seams.