Dispersions, Resins and Additives
Styrofan® 1186
Extended longevity for concrete bridge decks
Bridges must withstand significantly higher environmental and structural stress than normal roadways – more freeze-thaw cycles, additional salt and chloride applications, and increased vibrations and movement. Latex modified concrete is a high-performance concrete modifier that provides extended life for bridge decks and parking garages, either by being applied during initial construction or during rehabilitation overlays. Styrofan 1186, a styrene-butadiene emulsion polymer, can be mixed with concrete on-site to create latex modified concrete that cures with greater compressive strength than unmodified concrete. Styrofan 1186 is suitable for use in standard concrete or with very early set/rapid set concrete to meet shortened construction periods. Latex modified concrete with Styrofan 1186 is a proven solution for achieving strength and durability anywhere that bridge decks are treated with chlorides and salt or exposed to coastal conditions. Styrofan 1186 has been pre-qualified by the FHWA under FHWA RD-78-35.
Product highlights
- Greater compressive and flexural strengths than Portland cement or dry cement admixtures
- Excellent reduction of chloride permeability
- Strong bonding to underlying concrete base
- Reduced water required for placement of mix
- Strong abrasion resistance
- Reduced cracking during curing and life cycle
Suggested applications
- Bridge decking