Synthetic Fibres
high-performance Synthetic fibre
Key Benefits
- Excellent Crack Reduction in early-age concrete
- Better Concrete Durability & Reduce surface dusting
- Improves impact and abrasion resistance
- Improves mix cohesiveness
- Reduces segregation of cementitious mix
- Prevent explosive spalling in concrete structures during a fire
- Reduces shotcrete rebound
Scanfibre™ PP Synthetic Fibre
Scanfibre™ PP is a high-performance multifilament
polypropylene fibre, developed as early age crack control,
impact and fire resistance for cementitious materials.
Type & Properties
| PP8 | PP12 | PP18 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 6 | 12 | 18 |
| Diameter (μ) | 34 | 34 | 34 |
| Material | Polymerized - olefin | ||
| Density | 0.910 g/cm3 | ||
| Melting | 160℃ - 170℃ | ||
| Colour | White | ||
| Tensile Strength | Stretch-enhanced to: 300/400 N/mm2 | ||
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent, especially in alkaline conditions |
Scanfibre™ PP is a specially engineered fibre based on selected raw materials and manufactured under controlled and specified conditions. The fibre is manufactured in an ISO certified plant.
Applicable For
- Road
- Flooring
- Shotcrete
- Refractory Bricks
- Precast Segmental Lining
- Precast Products
- Screeds and Concrete Toppings
- Sewer Pipes
- Highway Safety Barriers
- Architectural Panels
- Imprint Concrete
Packing
Paper Bags – Bags are in 1.0kg. They are degradable and can be added directly to the mix without being opened. It can also be supplied in bigger packings up to 450kg.
Storage
Store boxes in dry condition
Handling
- Manual – Paper bags are loaded into the mixer after addition of all other ingredients
- Automated – Automated systems that can be wired to the batching computer are available
Handling
- Concrete can be finished by any standard method/technique
- Compatible with all concrete admixtures
- Can be pumped and sprayed
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