SikaEmaco S 488 Polymer Modified, Shrinkage Compensated, Fibre Reinforced, Thixotropic Repair Mortar

SikaEmaco® S 488 is a single component, high strength, high modulus, shrinkage compensated structural repair mortar that meets the requirements of EN 1504-3 class R4. Mixed with water it forms a thixotropic mortar that can be easily applied by trowel or spray.

What is SikaEmaco S 488 used for?

• SikaEmaco® S 488 is used for the structural repair of concrete elements such as:
• Columns, piers and cross beams of bridges     Marine structures
• Cooling towers and chimneys and other industrial environments
• Water treatment and sewerage facilities before subsequent coating
• Tunnels, pipes, outfalls and all below ground construction
• Marine structure

FEATURES

• Easy-to-use product, only mix with water.     
• Thixotropic mortar, application without extra bonding primer.
• Very good workability, can be easily spray- or trowelapplied.
• Can be applied inside and outside, on hoizontal, vertical and overhead surfaces.
• Shrinkage-compensated mortar to reduce the risk of shrinkage cracking both in the fresh and in the hardened state under dynamic load.
• High resistance against freeze/thaw and de-icing salts.
• High carbonation resistance.