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SikaPaver®-725

High performance compaction aid for semi-dry concrete

SikaPaver®-725 is a highly efficient compaction aid and strength enhancer for semi-dry concrete.

  • Increased early and late strength gain
  • Improved compaction
  • Improved surface finish
  • More even mould filling
  • Reduced permeability
  • Enhanced appearance and uniformity of colour
  • Enhanced durability
  • Improved resistance to freeze-thaw
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Usage

SikaPaver®-725 is used for producing optimised coloured and natural semi-dry concrete with a very low moisture content. Semi-dry concrete production generally includes machine-made concrete products with instant de-moulding. Typical applications include:
  • Block paving
  • Paving flags
  • Decorative elements
  • Concrete blocks and masonry  

Advantages

  • Increased early and late strength gain
  • Improved compaction
  • Improved surface finish
  • More even mould filling
  • Reduced permeability
  • Enhanced appearance and uniformity of colour
  • Enhanced durability
  • Improved resistance to freeze-thaw

Packaging

SikaPaver®-725 is available in 1000 L IBC's and 20 L drums

Colour

Brown liquid

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / STANDARDS

Conforms to requirements of BS 8443:2005, semi-dry concrete admixtures.
Product Information

Shelf Life

12 months from date of production if stored in unopened and undamaged, original, sealed containers

Storage Conditions

Protect from frost at temperatures between +5ºC and +25ºC

Density

1.05 kg/L

Total Chloride Ion Content

<0.1 % w/w (chloride free)

Equivalent Sodium Oxide

<0.4 % w/w (alkali content)
Technical Information

Specific Advice

SikaPaver®-725 should not be added to dry cement

SikaPaver®-725 should be added with the mixing water

Support from the Sika Technical Service Department is recommended

 

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

SikaPaver®-725 should be dispensed through suitable calibrated equipment

Compatibility

Sika admixtures: compatibility information available on request

SikaPaver®-725 is suitable for use with all cement combinations
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

0.2 - 1.2% by weight of cement

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