Construction chemicals cover special chemical solutions used in concrete and cement-based systems to enhance performance from production to application. This product group consists of admixtures aimed at controlling the setting time of concrete, improving its workability, optimizing strength development, and preventing problems that may occur during production processes. Construction chemicals developed for ready-mix concrete, precast concrete, shotcrete, and special construction applications provide consistent quality, process safety, and long-term performance even under challenging site conditions.
Construction Chemicals
Accelerators are admixtures used to increase the early-age strength of concrete and shorten the setting time. They are especially preferred in cold weather conditions, applications requiring fast formwork removal, and projects where early strength is needed. This product group accelerates the hydration process of concrete in a controlled manner, shortening production time and increasing application efficiency on site.
Products
- Calcium Nitrate
- Sodium Nitrate
- Sodium Thiocyanate
Retarders extend the setting time of concrete, ensuring workability is maintained during long-distance transport, hot weather conditions, and large casting volumes. They prevent early setting, reduce segregation risk, and contribute to achieving a homogeneous structure. These admixtures provide controlled and safe casting especially in summer and under high-temperature conditions.
Products
- Sodium Gluconate
- Yateks Series
- Fagur Series
Defoamers are used to control unwanted foam in construction chemical production and concrete admixture systems. Foam formation may cause dosing errors, surface defects, and production inefficiency, making effective foam control critically important. This product group ensures stable operation of production processes, improving product quality and process continuity.
Products
- Triisobutyl Phosphate (TIBP)
- Silicon-Based Defoamers
- Foam control agent for polycarboxylate-based additives (PC defoamer)
Shotcrete admixtures are specially developed for tunnel, mining, and slope applications. They increase the adhesion of concrete to surfaces, reduce rebound, and support early strength gain. Alkali and alkali-free systems provide solutions suitable for different site conditions and application requirements
Products
- Alkali-Free Shotcrete Admixture
- Alkali Shotcrete Admixture
Plasticizers and superplasticizers reduce the water/cement ratio, providing high workability and strength. These admixtures increase pumpability while improving the final mechanical properties. Products with different chemical bases offer solutions for various concrete recipes and application needs.
Products
- Sodium Lignosulfonate
- Melamine Sulfonate
- Naphthalene Sulfonate
- Vinyl Acetate Copolymer (VAM)
- PCE (Polycarboxylate)