What are the different types of cement additives and their benefits? 

Cement additives are various materials introduced in small quantities during the cement milling process to either increase the mill productivity or/and modify specific properties of the final product. Here are some common types and their benefits:

• Productivity improvement: The use of cement additives typically can enable to increase the productivity in tph by more than 20%. 

• Setting time reducer: 

• Strength enhancement:.

What are the key benefits of Concrete Admixtures?

Concrete Admixtures are various chemical formulations introduced in small quantities during concrete mixing to modify specific properties of the final product. Here are some common types and their benefits:

• Water reducers/plasticizers: These enhance workability by reducing the water needed for a desired slump (consistency) of concrete. This leads to benefits like improved strength, reduced shrinkage, and easier finishing.

• Set retarders: These delay the initial setting time of concrete, allowing for better handling and placement, especially in hot weather or for large pours. This is crucial when transporting or placing concrete over longer distances.

• Air-entraining admixtures: These introduce tiny air bubbles into the concrete mix. These air bubbles improve freeze-thaw resistance, workability, and reduce the risk of cracking. They are particularly beneficial in climates with frequent freeze-thaw cycles.

• Accelerators: Opposite to retarders, accelerators speed up the setting time of concrete. This is useful in cold weather for faster curing or in situations where early strength gain is required.

Do you offer customized Construction Chemicals Solutions?

Yes. At LFP, all our formulations are specifically designed to accommodate and respond to the specificity of our customers whether be it the mill process design, the cement recipe and the properties targeted for the final product. Based on our extensive experience of formulating and our R&D center, we are able to design exactly what our customers need.

How long does it take to have a formulated product for cement milling or a concrete mix?

It varies case by case but in general the following timeline is proposed:

• Definition of the requirements and factory visit (1-2 days)

• Initial formulation design by the team and Lab (less than 7 days)

• Customer Lab trial (1 day for sample and 28 days for strength control)

• Field trial (1-2 days for field trial and 28 days for strength control)

• Commercial discussions (max 7 days)

The total process generally takes around 2 to 3 months from initial discussions to commercialization.

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