Technical Submittal

Flo-Grout BP800
Non shrink cementitious bearing pads precision grout

By: DCP Saudi

Contents
1. Technical Datasheet
2. Method Statement
3. Material Safety Data sheet
4. Test Reports
5. Previous Approvals

Technical
Datasheet
Flo-Grout BP800
Non shrink cemen ous bearing pads precision grout

Description

Flo-Grout BP800 is a pre-mixed, pre-packed, high Technical Properties:

strength, cemen ous grout. Flo-Grout BP800 is
compound of cement, selected addi ves, well graded fi 30 MPa @ 1 day
llers, and non-reac ve aggregates designed to give Compressive strength: 60 MPa @7 days
excellent fl ow proper es, shrinkage compensa on, and ASTM C109/109M-11 80 MPa @ 28 days
high compressive strength.
Flexural strength:
Applications ASTM C348 > 10 MPa @ 28 days

Flo-Grout BP800 is ideally designed for grou ng areas Colour: Grey

beneath bridge bearing pads, pile caps treatment, heavy
stanchion bases and base plates where high strength Plas c-expansion characteris
grout is required. cs: Up to 2%
ASTM C827/C827M-10
Advantages
Bleeding:
ASTM C940 Nil
 Non-shrink grout.
 Suitable for use in hot climates.
Hardening stage expansion:
 Extremely dense and low permeability. ASTM C1090 Up to 0.3% @ 28 days
 High ini al and ul mate strength allowing for rapid installa
on.
 Good fl ow can be poured or pumped into variable Fresh wet density: ≈ 2.0 gm/ cm
thicknesses down to 10 mm.
Note: Typical properƟ es for Flo-Grout BP800 are
obtained @ 3.75 litres/ 25 kg @ 25°C.
Compressive strength @ 1 day is under restrain.
 Easy to apply, single component, requires only addi on Mixing
of water.
 Chloride free. To ensure proper mixing, a mechanically powered mixer
or drill fi ed with suitable paddle should be used.
Standards Depending on the consistency required, 4.5 litres (Fluid)
or 3.75 litres (Flowable) of clean water should be added
Flo-Grout BP800 complies with U.S. Corps of Engineers to a clean container. The 25 kg powder is then added
Specifi ca ons CRD–C588-79 and CRD – C621 and ASTM slowly to the water while mixing con nuously with low
C1107, Grade C. speed mixer/drill (400 - 600 rpm). Mixing me should be
con nued for 4 to 5 minutes un l a uniform consistency is
Method of Use obtained. Where the fi rst 2 minutes of mixing the mixture
will be s ff .
Substrate Preparation
The mixed grout shall be poured immediately a er mixing,
The Substrate should be sound, clean and free from the grou ng opera on must be carried out con nuously.
contamina on. Surface Laitance should be removed by
suitable mechanical means. Placing and Finishing

All surfaces should be pre-soaked with clean water for a Enough material should be available to achieve con nuous
minimum period of 4 hours prior to grou ng. fi ll and to complete the work. Pouring of the mixed grout
should be started from one side only to avoid air
entrapment. To obtain maximum fl ow distance, a side
shu er feed between 100mm to 250 mm high should be
erected and used to build the required
 Method
Statement

Flo-Grout BP800 Method Statement

(Non-shrink cementitious pads precision grout)

Section A : General Comments

High temperature working

The following guidelines are adopted as good working practice:

(i) Store unmixed materials in a shaded area, avoiding exposure to direct sunlight.
(ii) It is not recommended to apply the materials during the hottest time of the day.
(iii) It is also recommended to use tap water with temperature not exceeding 25oC.
(iv) To ensure continuous grout pouring, enough materials, water, and labour should be available.

Equipment

It is suggested that the following list of equipment is adopted as a minimum requirement:

Protective clothing : Protective overalls and safety shoes
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: Good quality gloves, goggles and face mask

Mixing equipment : Graduated cylinder, slow speed mixer
and double head Mixing Paddle
Mixing bucket (25 litre)
Application equipment : Wood float and steel trowel

Section B : Application

1.0 Surface Preparation

1.1 Surface must be clean and sound.

1.2 All dust, laitance, grease and curing compound should be removed by suitable method.
1.3 All honey combed or defected concrete surfaces must be removed to reach sound and solid surfaces.
1.4 Base plate’s underside should be clean and free from oil, rust and scale.
1.5 For isolated areas and large base plate areas, it is recommended to open air release vent holes to relief air
pressure.
1.6 Concrete surfaces and formworks shall be soaked with water for 12 - 24 hours prior to application aiming to
reach saturated surface dry. All excess water must be removed before application.

2.0 Formwork

2.1 Formwork should be made of rigid non-absorbent materials.

2.2 Formwork should be securely fixed, liquid tight and strong enough to withstand grout pressure developed
during grout pouring.
2.3 A head box (feeding hopper) 100 - 250 mm high should be erected at one side with minimum 50 mm side
clearance to aid in building hydrostatic pressure enough for the grout to travel underneath the base
plate.
2.4 A formwork clearance of 25 - 50 mm should be allowed for remaining sides of the base plate.
2.5 All formwork should be coated with suitable oil release agent.
2.6 If there are areas or leveling shims where bond is not desired or to be removed, then it must be treated with
release agent or thin grease layer.

3.0 Mixing

3.1 Depending on the required consistency, using graduated cylinder measure 3.75 litre of clean water for
flowable consistency
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and 4.5 litre for fluid consistency into the mixing bucket.
3.2 Slowly add the full 25 kg bag of Flo-Grout BB800 to the measured water and using the electrical mixer fitted
with large paddle mix continuously for 3 - 4 minutes until smooth, lump free consistency is reached.
3.3 No part bag mixing is allowed.

4.0 Placement procedure

4.1 Flo-Grout BB800 can be placed in a single layer up to 100 mm thickness. For thicker section, and to reduce
heat of hydration, it is necessary to add 15 kg, 8 - 12 mm washed aggregates to 25 kg of Flo-Grout BB800.
Yet water addition will remain the same.
4.2 Bolts holes should be grouted first before grouting between base plate and concrete substrate.
4.3 It is a must to grout from one side to eliminate air entrapment.
4.4 Enough mixed grout shall be ready to start with and to build the required hydrostatic head.
4.5 The mixed grout shall be placed continuously with maintained head to ensure proper grout placement
until it reaches the open side of the formwork and rises above the underside of the base plate. Grout
placing shall be continuing slowly down the length of the base plate until completed.

5.0 Curing

5.1 The poured grout should either wet cured for minimum 3 days using wetted hessian cloth and PE sheet or by
using curing compound such as Setseal 22/33/44.

Section C : Approval and variations

This method statement is offered by DCP as a ‘standard proposal’ for the application of Flo-Grout BP800. It
remains the responsibility of the Engineer to determine the correct method for any given application. Where
alternative methods are to be used, these must be submitted to DCP for approval, in writing, prior to
commencement of any work. DCP will not accept responsibility or liability for variations to the above method
statement under any other condition.
 Material Safety
Data Sheet
(MSDS)
Material SAFETY DATA SHEET
Flo-Grout BP800
1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Flo-Grout BP800

Description: Non shrink cementitous bearing pads precision grout

Manufacturer: DCP Saudi Co

P.O. Box 66241, Riyadh 11576 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Tel. + 966 11 4612003 Fax: + 966 11 2792059
www.dcp-int.com

Date Prepared: 20.02.13

MSDS Number: DCP/03/02/06

2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Composition: Cements, silica sands, additives.

Hazardous Ingredient(s) Symbol Risk Phrases CAS No. %
Cement Xi R36/37/38 65997-15-1 25 - 55

Refer to Section 8 for Occupational Exposure Limits.

3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Hazard Information: Irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory system.

Classification: Xi. R36/37/38

4: FIRST AID MEASURES

Eyes: Irrigate immediately with copious quantities of water for several minutes.
Obtain medical attention if necessary.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Wash immediately with
copious quantities of water. Obtain medical advice if skin disorders
develop.
Inhalation: Remove from dust contaminated zone, obtain medical attention if
necessary.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Obtain medical attention. Do not induce
vomiting.

5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash Point: None.

Lower Explosive Limit: None.

Extinguishing Media: Same as surrounding fire.

Personal Protective Equipment: None.

6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions: Wear rubber boots in addition to the recommended protective clothing.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers and water courses.

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Decontamination Procedures: Avoid the creation of dust in atmosphere. Gather into containers.

7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling: Avoid creating dust. Avoid breathing dust. In case of insufficient
ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Avoid skin and eye
contact.

Storage: Store in cool and dry area.

8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Ingestion: Prevent eating, drinking or smoking in the area of product use.
Eye Contact: Safety glasses/goggles which can be tightly sealed.

Skin Contact: Protective gloves. Dustproof working clothes.

Respiratory Protection: Approved dust mask.

Engineering Controls: Use only in well ventilated areas. Local exhaust ventilation is
recommended. Atmospheric levels of dust must be maintained within the
Occupational Exposure Standard.
Hygiene Measures: Avoid skin and eye contact.
Exposure Limits:

WEL (8 Hours TWA)

Name Total inhalable dust Respirable dust
(mg/m3) (mg/m3)

Silica, amorphous 6 2.4

Cement - Portland 10 4

9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form: Powder

Colour: Light grey

Odour: Odourless

pH (concentrate): Not applicable

Boiling Point (oC): Not applicable

Flash Point (closed cup) (oC): None

Autoflammability (oC): Not determined

Water Solubility: Can be mixed with water

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10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.

Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to air. Contamination with water.

Chemical Incompatibility: Strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None.

11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Health Effects On
Eyes: Irritating and may injure eye tissue if not removed promptly.
On Skin: Irritation. See “chronic” effects.

By Inhalation: Irritation to respiratory system. Inflammation of the nasal mucous

membrane by exposure to cement dust.

By Ingestion: May cause irritation of mouth, throat and digestive tract.

Chronic: Cement, cementitious grouts and mortars are known to cause both irritant
and allergic contact dermatitis. Prolonged skin contact can result in
chemical burns.

12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Environmental Assessment: Little detailed information is available on the ecological effects of this product, but
its overall environmental impact is not regarded as significant.

Mobility: Can be mixed with water.

Degradability: Not readily biodegradable.

Bioaccumulation: Not expected to be bioaccumulate.

Acute Fish Toxicity: Not expected to be ecotoxic to fish/daphnia/algae.

13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

Disposal must be in accordance with local and national legislation.

Unused Product: Dispose off in an approved manner. Small quantities maybe mixed with
water, allowed to harden and dispose of as low hazard waste. Used/
Contaminated Product: As for unused product.
Packaging: The method of disposal must be acceptable to the local authority.

14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

This product is not classified as dangerous for transport.

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15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard Label Data: Xi

Irritant
Named Ingredients: Cement powders

Risk Phrases:
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory system.

Safety Phrases:
S22 Do not breathe dust.
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water
and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection.

16: OTHER INFORMATION

Issue Date: 20/02/2013 Revised Date:

Disclaimer: The information contained herein is derived from the best available sources and is believed to be
accurate. However, no guarantee is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy
of the data given in the use of this product.

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Test Reports
Property Value
Appearance Grey powder
1
w/p ratio 0.18
1
As mentioned in the supplied product technical data sheet “Fluid consistency”.
Remarks

Limitation of liability

The above test results represent the sample tested only. MTC accepts no liability for interpreting, reproducing or using
extracts of this report, in whole or in part, without the prior explicit written permission of MTC.

Results qualification and reproducibility

The results shown above were obtained by carrying out the tests in accordance with the relevant standards stated above
and under the conditions stated in these standards. To reproduce these results, same standards and conditions must be
observed. Acceptable margins of error must be allowed for.

Material Technology Centre

Sincerely Yours
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