ReadyProof pre-bagged waterproof concrete.
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular
Pre-bagged waterproof concrete mix with Xypex Technology Inside for the smaller jobs where a full truck load of concrete is not an option
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is a pre-bagged, waterproof concrete mix that has Xypex Technology Inside. It is typically used for smaller jobs where a full truck load of concrete is not appropriate.
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is used where only small volumes are required. ReadyProof Thix Regular is waterproof and resistant to a variety of mediums to include water, oil-based products and organic solvents. The product has excellent waterproofing capabilities, provided by the Xypex Technology Inside.
Description
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is suitable and recommended to waterproof:
- Larger voids in concrete e.g. “box outs”
- General concrete in small batches
- Manholes
- Water holding structures
- Lift pits
ReadyProof Thix Regular is intended specifically for making waterproof concrete in small batches.
It can be used for repairing concrete structures, making them impermeable to water, oil-based products, solvents etc.
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is a single-component concrete mix containing crystalline technology. It meets the requirements of class R4 according to EN 1504-3.
Benefits include
- Waterproof; and tested up to 5 bar/50 m hydrostatic head (EN 12390-8)
- Structural repair mortar classified as R4 (EN 1504-3)
- Applied manually or by wet or dry spraying
- Designed for concrete repairs (Principles 3, 4 and 7. Methods 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.4, 7.1 and 7.2 according to EN 1504-3)
- Includes Xypex Technology Inside
- Highly chemical resistant
- Good adhesion to the substrate
- Low volume changes
- Fast strength gain
- Suitable for applications at a thickness of 15 – 50 mm.
- Freeze-thaw resistant
Use
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is intended specifically for making waterproof concrete in small batches.
It can be used for repairing concrete structures, making them impermeable to water, oil-based products, solvents etc.
Waterproofing Capability
* Whilst a perfect application at these thicknesses will provide a waterproof layer, there is, however, a higher probability of imperfections in the application which would compromise the integrity of the waterproofing.
** At these thicknesses, Manorteq products will be waterproof when applied in strict accordance with the installation procedures laid out in the Technical Data Sheets.
Installation
Substrate
- Any dust and loose particles shall be removed from the substrate before application. The concrete surface must not be contaminated by substances which can negatively affect adhesion of the mortar to the substrate (e.g. oil).
- Corroded reinforcement should be repaired where necessary to the satisfaction of the resident engineer.
- Tensile strength of concrete surface layers must be at least 1.5 MPa.
- Before the application of Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular, ensure the substrate surface is suitable to receive the mortar and create a suitable cohesive bond. If the surface is not suitable, consider the use of Manorteq AquaRend Fix-B or Fix-S or prepare the surface to create a bond.
- Before the application of Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular, wetting of the concrete should be thorough and repeatedly undertaken for at least 120 minutes.
Preparation for Manual and Spray Application
- Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is prepared by mixing with clean water. It is necessary to thoroughly mix with enough speed/energy to comprehensively combine the material, but care should be taken not to incorporate air into the mix. Speed/energy should be reduced as material becomes more fluid.
- Recommended mixing ratio is 3.25 – 3.75 litres* per 1 No. (25 kg) bag of product.
- If the water exceeds the recommended quantity, risk of cracking, and a reduction in waterproofing performance, is significantly enhanced.
- Initially mix the dry mix into the minimum water for approximately several minutes, until it becomes fluid. Mix at slow speeds, too much speed will add unwanted air into the mix.
If this is not the appropriate consistency, add water in small increments, mix again and assess. Add up to the maximum allowable, ensuring to complete the full mixing, resting and re-mixing process.
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Working time of the product is typically 50 – 60 minutes at 20 °C.
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The temperature of ambient air shall not be below, nor expect to be, in the following 24 hours, +3°C or be, or expect to be, above +35 °C.
Never apply to frozen substrates.
* Consideration should always be given to the amount of water used. As a waterproof mortar there is always a balance between the level required. Less water will give greater waterproofing , but more water is typically required for application purposes.
Application
- Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular can be applied using standard concrete practices (including manual application, pouring and wet or dry spraying etc.), to include appropriate compaction and curing (see Curing Section). Where more than one layer of the product is being placed, the first layer needs to be applied in such a way as to ensure there are no voids created (e.g. behind the reinforcement etc.).
- It is important to spread the mortar into the pores and uneven spaces. This can be done with a flat paint brush (with short hair), or with a toothed trowel.
- Proper adhesion of the material to the substrate in the first application stage is directly connected to good quality adhesion in the final state.
- With localised areas it is necessary to pay detailed attention to the edges of areas previously repaired. It is imperative to ensure product is sufficiently compacted, eliminating any entrapped air pockets or other irregularities.
- The repair should always commence from the deepest part of the defective area, layering the product up in such a way that when the final layer is applied, it is a continuous, homogenous layer over the entire area being repaired.
- After the initial set, standard practices for finishing (e.g. smoothing with a wooden trowel, steel trowel or polystyrene finisher) can be used.
- Wet surface finishing is not allowed.
- When a further layer is to be applied, the surface must be left ready to create a good bond with the next layer and not be smoothed.
Curing
Attention should be taken to avoid direct exposure to the sun, wind and other factors which accelerate evaporation and have a detrimental effect. Proper curing must be undertaken to prevent early drying, and the subsequent issues associated. Manorteq Curing Agent can be used to aid this process. Repaired surfaces must be properly cured immediately after completion. Curing shall be carried out for at least 3 days after casting. Optimal treatment is by covering the surface with permanently moistened geotextiles.
FAQ’s
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is a waterproof concrete specifically for applications where either small batches are required, for example boxouts, lift pits etc. or where truck loads are not available.
Manorteq ReadyProof Thix Regular is a single-component, thixotropic concrete mix, pre-dosed with Xypex Technology Inside. In addition to this, the other advantages are that it is highly chemical resistant, has resistant against frost and fast strength gain.