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Sika® Air-360

AIR-ENTRAINING ADMIXTURE FOR CONCRETE

Sika® Air-360 is an aqueous solution of a unique, synthetically manufactured surfactant for the air entrainment of concrete, ideal for the production for low to no slump concrete. It allows for a superior control of air content and facilitates the finishing of stiff concrete mixes. Sika® Air-360 increases concrete’s durability, making it more resistant to the damaging effects of freezing and thawing, while improving workability and reducing bleeding. Sika® Air-360 is carefully formulated and subjected to stringent quality control in order to guarantee superior results in both the plastic and hardened concrete.

  • Superior resistance to freeze/thaw cycles and scaling
  • Improves workability
  •  Reduces bleeding
  • Reduces size and number of capillary channels increasing impermeability
  • Increased compressive strength in lean mixes
  • Substantially increased durability
  • Increases moisture retention for cement hydration
  • Superior air void system
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Usage

Sika® Air-360 is designed for use in exterior concrete applications such as:
  • Roller-Compacted Concrete (RCC)
  • Highway paving
  • Curb and gutters
  • Sidewalks, driveways, slabs, and walls, or other areas needing protection from freeze/thaw damage or the harmful effect of de-icing salts. 
 

Advantages

  • Superior resistance to freeze/thaw cycles and scaling
  • Improves workability
  •  Reduces bleeding
  • Reduces size and number of capillary channels increasing impermeability
  • Increased compressive strength in lean mixes
  • Substantially increased durability
  • Increases moisture retention for cement hydration
  • Superior air void system

Packaging

205 L (54 US gal.) drum
1040 L (275 US gal.)
Bulk delivery

Colour

Liquid / Clear

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / CERTIFICATES

Meets or exceeds the requirements of ASTM C260 and CSA A23.1-00.
Product Information

Shelf Life

1 year when stored in dry warehouse conditions at temperatures between +5 °C and +27 °C (40 °F and 80 °F).

Storage Conditions

Store at temperatures above +5 °C (40 °F). If frozen, thaw and agitate thoroughly to return to normal state. Protect from direct sunlight.

Specific Gravity

Approx. 1.01

Application

Application Information

Compatibility

Sika® Air-360 is compatible with other Sika® admixtures. However, each admixture should be added separately to the mixer.

Mixing

Mixing / Dispensing

For better results, it is recommanded to dispense Sika® Air-360 into the batched water or with the aggregates. 
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

The recommended dosage range for Sika® Air-360 is 7-400 mL/100 kg (0.1-6.0 fl. oz/100 lb) of cementitious material. Various concrete materials, slump, ambient air temperature, mineral additions, mixing time and energy, will affect dosage rates. It is suggested that trial batches be conducted in order to determine the required dosage to obtain the required percentage of entrained air. In addition, a regular program of air tests should be instituted in order to adjust the dosage to changing conditions. Contact your Sika Canada Technical Sales Representative for further information.

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