Additives
Accelerators
Accelerators are additives that often are used to decrease the setting time. Calcium Formate is a common Accelerator.
Air Entrainers
Often surfactants, like Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), are used as air entrainer additives
Anti Sagging
Products used to control the sagging properties of mortar.
Defoamers
Mineral and silicone based substances used to control and limit the building of micro-bubbles inside concrete and mortar mixtures.
Dispersing Agents
Additives, such as Polycarboxylate, with beneficial dispersing properties for concrete and mortar
Fibers
Synthetic or natural fibers used to strengthen concrete and mortar.
Hydrophobic Agents
Additives creating hydrophobic environments inside construction cement, concrete and mortar mixtures
Redispersible Polymer Powders
Polymer powders derived from polymer emulsions, adding flexibility and processability to the mortar and gypsum.
Retarders
Retarders, such as Tartaric acid, increase the setting time of concrete and mortar.
Silicone Oils
Commonly used in waterproofing and coating of construction materials. One popular silicon oil is methyl hydrogen silicon fluid.
Superplasticizers
Polycarboxylate is the most common Superplasticizer, reducing the amount of water need in concrete mixtures and adding beneficial processing properties.
Water Reducers
Similar to superplasticizers, adding water reducers to concrete and mortar reduces the need for water in the mixtures.
Water Repellents
Keeping water out of concrete and mortar is the main function for water repellents. Silane / Siloxane mixtures are very effective water repellents.