The plasticizing effect of polycarboxylates lasts 3-4 times longer compared to sulfomelanin, sulfonated naphthalene formaldehyde, or lignosulfonates. The superiority of polycarboxylate superplasticizers over superplasticizers based on sulfonated naphthalene formaldehyde and lignosulfonates, as well as other analogues, is clearly demonstrated by their main performance indicators. This not only allows for an increase in the workability of the concrete mix in the initial stages but also helps maintain it for an extended period. This, in turn, has a positive impact by extending the transportation time of concrete mixes from plants to construction sites
air penetration
melting
plasticizing additives
polycarboxylate superplasticizers
steric effect
water reducing effect