Frequently Asked Questions.
- Q1: After the Dramix steel fibres have been added, does the concrete pump easily?
- Answer: Yes the fibres spread evenly during the mix. Pumping to height is no problem using normal pumping equipment.
- Q2: Are the Dramix steel fibres distributed evenly?
- Answer: By using the conveyor belt and following the Bekaert recommendations for mixing. Excellent distribution is achieved.
- Q3: Do the Dramix steel fibres need to be mixed with the concrete on site?
- Answer: No, they can be either mixed on site in a truck mixer or can be added in the batching plant.
- Q4: Do the Dramix steel fibres stick out the top of the concrete once laid?
- Answer: No, the concrete is smoothed down after application. After the concrete has been laid the fat from the concrete rises and sits on the surface. All steel fibres sit below the surface.
- Q5: Do fibres ball during mixing?
- Answer: With Dramix glued fibres clumps and balls don't occur, even when using the highest l/d ratios
- Q6: Are steel fibres compatible with curing compounds?
- Answer: Yes, common curing compounds produced by a host or major manufacturers including Master Builders, Grace and Euclid are commonly used on SFRC floors.
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