ROCKMAX RIBLATH

3/8” GALVANISED STEEL LATH


INTRODUCTION

Rockmax Riblath is the most rigid of all metal laths. With full 3/8” ribs longitudinally spaced at 4” apart. This lath can be used both vertical and horizontal applications. It is designed to provide durable, effective for plastering and rendering work at job site. It is manufactured from pre-galvanised steel or stainless steel as per request.

AREA OF USES

Rockmax Riblath is ideal for refurbishing damaged or aged masonry walls, when a key for rendering is not certain due to disintegration or softening of the wall face. It can be use as the permanent construction joint for concrete slab if necessary designed. It can be use for internal or external applications.

ADVANTAGES

  • Easy handling and installation.
  • Fast track project and saving construction time.
  • Save labor cost.
  • Save cost of repair job.
  • APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    Fixing of Rib lath Sheets

    Rib lath is fixed so that the tip of the rib is put against the supporting background. The rib of the sheet should run at right angles to any supports. Make sure that sheets are superposed by a minimum of 50mm end to end and by 25mm width ways and that the ribs are nestled together.

    Wood Support

    Rib lath is fixed at each rib to wood supports using plasterers’ nails or staples. Make sure that compatible corrosion resistant fixings are used, for example, please don’t use galvanized fixings for stainless steel.

    Metal or Steel Support

    Rib lath is fixed at each rib to metal support using 1.63mm galvanized or stainless steel tying wire. When joining rib lath sheets overlap the edge ribs and tie the edges with 1.22mm tying wire at 150mm centers.

    Solid Background

    Rib lath can be fixed to a solid background using a suitable fixing which holds the ribs firmly against the background. Where sheets are installed perpendicularly, fixings should be positioned through all ribs at 600mm centers to make sure there have enough stability. Movement joints should be provided at maximum 50mm center (vertically and horizontally) for render finishes.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition, Avoid from frost, water, moisture and high temperature.

    ROCKMAX SUPERRIB

    FORM RIB FOR CONSTRUCTION JOINT, PERMANENT


    INTRODUCTION

    Rockmax Superrib is a galvanized permanent shuttering system with a unique design incorporating mesh and roll formed ribs. This system retains poured concrete achieves a significant reduction in the pressure of concrete normally associated with conventional formwork and provide mechanical keys for construction joints.

    It can be placed before reinforcing rods which are installed after by piercing them through the mesh are in the rib. This light and versatile product can be cut and bent to shape. Therefore suiting may applications and can be fitted in less time than traditional formwork. The advantage of Superrib are that no stripping or preparation work the joint is necessary before bonding to any adjacent pour. Also if reinforcement is in place it will allow continuation of fixing without a break.

    AREA OF USES

    Formwork construction joints, the formwork remain permanently placed the pored concrete and the surface after casting which requires no bonding medium for the next pour. The quality of the bonding between new concrete and old is strong and durable than normal shuttering method, without any sort of damage on concrete. Superrib is using in many large construction structures, sewerage plants, storage tanks dry docks, foundation, and bridge decks are some among them. The super-rib will be permanently places after casting that reduces the cost of shutter removal, only support removal is required.

    ADVANTAGES

  • Lightweight Unlike heavy timber, It is extremely light and is easily transported to sites.
  • Permanent, Its forms a permanent shuttering for construction joints, unlike temporary timber formwork which must be removed after concrete is casted.
  • Convenient Unique “fingers” in Superrib retain the concrete that is poured, with the resulting surface, requiring no special bonding preparation for the next pour.
  • Greater Strength and Uniformity, without the need to chisel, hack or roughen the poured concrete by mechanical means, there is less likelihood of inducing cracks which could weaken the bonding strength and joints.
  • Flexible, Superrib is easily bent and cut into required shapes, making it highly suitable for lowkey or toggle joints. When used before rod reinforcement, rods can later be positioned by simply piercing through the mesh.
  • Time Saving, Superrib eliminates the stripping, cleaning, hacking and oiling normally associated with plywood formwork, as well as unnecessary drilling and carpentry works.
  • Reduce Presssure, Superrib was designed helps to reduce the water pressures build-up common with wet cement, so less support is needed.
  • APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    STANDARD

    BS 6399 part 1, 1984
    ASTM A653/A653M

    CONCRETE STABILITY

    The application of the Superrib is suitable in most concrete mixes with slump between 70mm to 180mm When the application is with concrete slump of 180mm and over, a little cementations liquid is expected to seep/leak through the openness of the “keying region” of the Superrib during the initial stage of the concrete pour. However this will not weaken the strength of the concrete core. In this application no vibrator is used.

    POURING CONCRETE

    Concrete shall not be poured directly against the Superrib. The concrete shall be poured at about 500mm distance away from the Superrib and let it flow towards the Rib. In general, the pour (or initial pour) of concrete should be effected against the ribbed side of the Rib. Excess grout should be removed. Taking care not to disturb the fresh concrete Superrib face while removing any overspill and grout build up on the walings.

    PACKAGING

    10 Sheet per bundle.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition Avoid from frost, water, moisture and high temperature.

    ROCKMAX APEX MIXER 1600

    1600 WATT HEAVY DUTY ELECTRIC


    INTRODUCTION

    Rockmax Moform W is a water based mould release agent. It is formulated from blended emulsion and mineral materials. Product provides water repellent surface achieve clear and easy to remove formworks.

    AREA OF USES

    Rockmax Moform W can be used for wood and steel formworks.

    ADVANTAGES

  • Provide fare face concrete.
  • Easy to use.
  • Economical.
  • Non toxic.
  • Non staining.
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    APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    SURFACE PREPARATION

    Form surfaces must be clean and free from dust, dirt, oil and cement paste.

    APPLICATION

    Apply Rockmax Moform W by brush or roller. Protect the coated area from rainfall. Drying time depend on temperature and humidity.

    CLEANING

    Clean all tools and equipments by clean water.

    PACKAGING

    210 litre steel drum.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition at 10-40ºC. Avoid from sunlight, frost, water, moisture and high temperature.

    ROCKMAX CURE A

    HIGH PERFORMANCE CURING COMPOUND


    INTRODUCTION

    Rockmax Cure A is a high performance paraffin emulsion liquid curing compound. It can provide excellent curing film on concrete surface to prevent fast water evaporation. It is suitable to use with large concrete areas.

    AREA OF USES

    Rockmax Cure A mainly use in all concrete structures with no over coats on surface. It is widely use in large concrete structure and trafficable areas ie runways, highways, bridge desks, retaining walls, water storage areas, concrete towers, precast concrete girders and others.

    ADVANTAGES

    • High eliminate loss of water in concrete.
    • Efficiency hydration reaction.
    • Reduce shrinkage.
    • Economical.
    • Save labor cost.
    • Non flammable.
    • Non toxic.
    • Can be over coat with other trades.

    APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    SURFACE PREPARATION

    Concrete surfaces must be sound and clean.

    APPLICATION

    Apply Rockmax Cure A by spray. Apply immediately after remove formworks.

    CLEANING

    Clean all tools and equipments by clean water.

    PACKAGING

    200 litre drum.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition at 10-40ºC. Avoid from sunlight, frost, water, moisture and high temperature.

    ROCKMAX CURE

    GENERAL PURPOSE CURING COMPOUND


    INTRODUCTION

    Rockmax Cure is liquid curing compound. It is formulated from non toxic chemicals which made a clear film on top of concrete surface when applied. It is provides high water retention and reduce water loss from concrete.

    AREA OF USES

    Rockmax Cure provides a thin film to prevent loss of water in concrete. It is suitable to use in all concrete applications.

    ADVANTAGES

  • Eliminate loss of water in concrete.
  • Efficiency hydration reaction.
  • Economical.
  • Save labor cost.
  • Non flammable.
  • Non toxic.
  • Can be over coat with other trades.
  • APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    SURFACE PREPARATION

    Concrete surfaces must be sound and clean.

    APPLICATION

    Apply Rockmax Cure by spray. Apply immediately after remove formworks.

    CLEANING

    Clean all tools and equipments by clean water.

    PACKAGING

    200 litre steel drum.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition at 10-40ºC. Avoid from sunlight, frost, water, moisture and high temperature.

    ROCKMAX MOFORM O

    HIGH PERFORMANCE MOULD RELEASE AGENT


    INTRODUCTION

    Rockmax Moform O is a chemical based mould release agent. It is formulated from selected chemicals and oil solutions. Product provides high performance for finer surface.

    AREA OF USES

    Rockmax Moform W can be used for wood and steel formworks. Especially use in pre cast concrete yard.

    ADVANTAGES

  • Provide finer concrete surface.
  • Easy to use.
  • Economical.
  • Non toxic.
  • Non staining.
  • APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    SURFACE PREPARATION

    Form surfaces must be clean and free from dust, dirt, oil and cement paste.

    APPLICATION

    Apply Rockmax Moform O by brush or roller. Protect the coated area from rainfall. Drying time depend on temperature and humidity.

    CLEANING

    Clean all tools and equipments by clean water.

    PACKAGING

    210 litre steel drum.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition at 10-40ºC. Avoid from sunlight, frost, water, moisture and high temperature.

    ROCKMAX MOFORM W

    WATER BASED MOULD RELEASE AGENT


    INTRODUCTION

    Rockmax Moform W is a water based mould release agent. It is formulated from blended emulsion and mineral materials. Product provides water repellent surface achieve clear and easy to remove formworks.

    AREA OF USES

    Rockmax Moform W can be used for wood and steel formworks.

    ADVANTAGES

  • Provide fare face concrete.
  • Easy to use.
  • Economical.
  • Non toxic.
  • Non staining.
  • APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    SURFACE PREPARATION

    Form surfaces must be clean and free from dust, dirt, oil and cement paste.

    APPLICATION

    Apply Rockmax Moform W by brush or roller. Protect the coated area from rainfall. Drying time depend on temperature and humidity.

    CLEANING

    Clean all tools and equipments by clean water.

    PACKAGING

    210 litre steel drum.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition at 10-40ºC. Avoid from sunlight, frost, water, moisture and high temperature.

    ROCKMAX LATEX

    ALL PURPOSE BONDING AGENT


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    INTRODUCTION

    Rockmax Latex is a modified polymer emulsion bonding agent suitable to use in many applications include bonding agent between old and new concrete, new to new, old to old concrete substrate, waterproof render mortar, adhesive bonding grout, improve floor screed properties and improve durability in cement mortar. Rockmax Latex is a dispersion of internally plasticized high polymer resin in water. It is a ready to use and milk white liquid with a viscosity only slightly greater than that of water.

    AREA OF USES

    Rockmax Latex can used to improve bonding, adhesion, durability, watertight and protection to cement mortar. The application areas include mortar, render, plastering, floor screed, bonding construction joints, preventions of cold joints, leveling of floor, application on vertical and horizontal areas, portable waters and etc.

    ADVANTAGES

    • Excellent adhesion.
    • Excellent water resistance.
    • Increase durability
    • High elasticity.
    • Interior or exterior use.
    • Reduce shrinkage.
    • Can apply in portable water.
    • Simply mix with cement, sand and water.
    • Widely use for bonding old to new concrete.
    • Ready to use.
    • Use as bonding for repair materials.

    APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION

    SURFACE PREPARATION

    The substrates must be sound, clean and free from dust, dirt, oil, laitance and loose particles. Pre wet substrate before application of latex but no standing water.

    APPLICATION

    Bonding agent for old and new concrete

    Mix ratio (by weight)
    Latex : Water : 1 : 1
    Cement : Sand : 1 : 1
    (Note: a suitable sand will generally conform to the requirements of ASTM C144)

    Dry blend cement and sand together. Mix latex and water approximate 1 minute. Add mixed sand and cement into the mixed and continue mix for 1 or 2 minute until homogeneous. The latex slurry should be thick and creamy consistency. Apply latex slurry on the prepared area with minimum 1mm thickness and maximum 3mm thickness.

    The topping must be applied while the bonding slurry is still soft and plastic.

    PACKAGING

    25litre gallon.

    STORAGE

    Storage in shade and dry condition at 10-40ºC. Avoid from sunlight, frost, water, moisture and high temperature.