DRYFIKS 101
DRYFIKS 101
ADVANTAGES
- Improves concrete waterproofing by increasing durability.
- It reduces the porosity due to water into concrete.
- Enhances the freshly mixed cement concrete’s & Plaster’s workability.
- Improves setting time and compressive strength of the concrete.
- Reduces cracks due to shrinkage in plaster & concrete.
- Being a liquid, it dissolves readily and works well with mortar and concrete mixtures.
- Increases cohesiveness of concrete, which improves the corrosion resistance of steel.
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One of the leading causes of structural damage in buildings is water damage. Walls with moisture, waterlogging, a rusted reinforcement column and surface cracks weaken the strength internally over time. Once moisture gets behind concrete or plaster, it is very difficult and expensive to get rid of the problem for good. For lasting protection, waterproofing must be done at the time of construction rather than after damage occurs.
Autoflege Construction Chemicals: DRYFIKS 101 is integral liquid waterproofing compound designed to enhance the waterproofing efficiency, durability, strength and workability of concrete and plaster mixtures. DRYFIKS 101 works with cement-based systems through polymer technology and plasticizing agents, penetrating to form compact, stout, water-defying concrete formations.
This preventive waterproofing solution shields structures from moisture, seepage, and long-term damage.
What is Dryfiks 101?
DRYFIKS 101, is a polymer-based liquid waterproofing admixture which is added directly into cement concrete, mortar and plaster mix. Where surface coatings will only protect temporarily, DRYFIKS™ 101 works within the concrete matrix.
It changes cement hydration and blunts capillary pores within concrete to stop water from entering at the source.
The result is:
Dense concrete structure
Improved bonding
Enhanced durability
Long-term waterproofing protection
Since it penetrates and becomes part of the construction material itself, the protection lasts for the full lifetime of the structure.
Why Preventive Waterproofing is Important?
Wet rotten behaves like a slow structural disease. The moisture creeps slowly and weakens the building from within after it enters the walls or slabs.
Frequent results of insufficient waterproofing are:
- Wall seepage and damp patches
- Peeling paint and plaster damage
- Corrosion of reinforcement steel
- Wood decay and fungal growth
- Structural weakening over time
- Surface waterproofing paints or coatings sometimes do not work well because only a thin outside layer is formed; and this may peel off, crack or weathered.
- Waterproofing systems such as DRYFIKS 101 are suitable for the protection of structures from inside, which ensures their permanent resistance to water ingress.
Benefits of DRYFIKS 101
1. Improves Concrete Waterproofing
Increases longevity and avoids water damage across concrete and plaster elements.
- Reduces Porosity
Reduces capillary formations due to excess water which makes concrete impermeable towards moisture.
3.Improve Workability
Allows for smooth, consistent flow of the new concrete and mortar, making it easier to place and finish.
4. Improve Initial Setting Time & Early Strength
Helps to improve hydration, which contributes to compressive strength of the concrete.
5.Reduce Shrinkage Cracking
Minimizes the stresses that cause cracking during the plastering and curing of the concrete phases.
6.Great Compatibility
Liquid form
Complete uniform mixing with the cement
Rapid dispersal, producing consistent waterproof performance
7.Improve Cohesion
Fewer segregation and bleed in the concrete mixture.
8.Improve Corrosion Resistance
Impermeable, dense concrete protects the reinforcing steel from corrosion.
How DRYFIKS 101 Functions?
Small pores and capillary channels form in the new concrete whether it is mixed then cured.
This creates tiny channels allowing water to travel inside the structure as leakage and cause damage.
DRYFIKS 101 works by:
- Ensuring better mix cohesion, functioning as a plasticizer.
- Water demand reduction towards mixed.
- Intrusive and capillary pores filling.
- Increasing density of concrete matrix.
- Preventing water migration through concrete.
- This internal waterproofing system offers protection even if the surface finishes get damaged later.
Application Areas For Waterproofing In Construction
Roof slabs and screeds
The DRYFIKS 101 system is designed specifically for high performance concrete type applications with respect to waterproofing of roofing slabs and screeds. DRYFIKS significantly diminishes capillary formations within and reduces the porosity of the concrete mix resulting in an impermeable barrier to water flow thereby preventing water migration and providing protection against long-term damage caused by the effects of water upon the structure.
Water tanks
DRYFIKS 101 can be used to create watertight water tanks and other structures that retain water by providing an integral liquid concrete additive to create a tightly compacted, dense reinforced concrete matrix. The penetration of the liquid additive into the reinforcement or surrounding concrete means that the additive becomes permanently incorporated into the concrete mix, providing it with a lifetime of resistance against water ingress.
Plasters
DRYFIKS 101 can be used to improve both the workability and durability of plaster finishes (interior/exterior) for an extended period of time ( i.e. until the surface finishes are destroyed). DRYFIKS 101 assists with regulating the cement hydration process by reducing the amount of potential shrinkage cracks induced during the curing process by the resultant improved surface quality of the final moisture-proof finish.
Bathrooms & Basements
DRYFIKS 101 can also be added to the concrete or mortar mix for use as an effective “smart” preventative method for both basements and bathrooms. The incorporation of DRYFIKS 101 provides an internal waterproofing system in wet areas, with the failed surface finish continuing to provide moisture protection against water infiltration and/or wet patch formation on the surfaces below.
Balconies
When it comes to protecting your balcony from water and bad weather, this admixture will strengthen your concrete so that it can withstand both moisture and problems created by the Indian climate. It increases cohesion to the mix while eliminating segregation and bleed which gives you a strong, even and very durable structure.
Septic tank, Sewage-disposal tank, Sewerage
With regard to septic and sewage disposal tanks, this is an excellent admixture to use within these types of structures due to the extreme demands of these types of environments. It will greatly reduce the pore size inside the concrete and will fill any capillary pores that would otherwise allow for water to enter or penetrate the steel reinforcement bars, protecting the steel from corrosion and never weakening the structure by allowing for corrosion.
Method of Application
The contact time at mixing point and at the setting point always must be at least 30 minutes.
Step 1: Dry Mixing
Pour cement and aggregates into the concrete mixer and dry mix for a duration of 1–2 minutes.
Step 2: Initial Water Addition
Insert 75–80% of mixing water and mix for 2–3 min.
Step 3: Add DRYFIKS 101
Add DRYFIKS™ 101 recommended dosage to final water volume.
Pour in the solution into the console.
Mix for a further 2 minutes.
Step 4: Application
Cast concrete or plaster as needed.
Conform to accepted construction methods.
Step 5: Adequate Curing
Adequate curing is vital to the effective performance of waterproofing materials.
Recommended Usage
Add 200 ml of DRYFIKS 101 to each 50 kg of cement used.
Do not exceed the above limit.
Available Packaging Options
Pack sizes will be based upon your needs.
- 1 Kg
- 5 Kg
- 20 Kg
- 50 Kg
Ideal for both small home improvement projects and large construction jobs.
- Storage & Shelf Life
- Store in sealed containers.
- Keep in covered warehouse conditions.
- Store below 25 °C and away from sunlight and heat.
- Shelf Life: 24 Months (under proper storage condition)/ Pwp = 1.
Restrictions & Precautions
- Never add DRYFIKS 101 to dry cement mix.
- Maintain proper cement-to-water ratio.
- Avoid overdosing product.
- It is important to ALWAYS follow recommended construction and curing practices.
DRYFIKS 101 from Autoflege Construction Chemicals: Why Choose It?
Autoflege Construction Chemicals provides scientifically developed waterproofing solutions for the modern construction problems.
DRYFIKS 101 provides the following features and benefits:
✔ Provides integral waterproofing protection
✔ Provides long lasting enhancement of durability
✔ Provides reduced maintenance costs
✔ Provides an improvement to construction quality
✔ Provides trusted performance in Indian climatic conditions
Builders, contractors, architects and engineers have all chosen DRYFIKS 101 for their preventive waterproofing solutions to protect structures from below grade.
Benefits for Builders & Contractors
- Easier concrete placement
- Improved plaster finishing
- Reduced repair work
- Enhanced project durability
- Cost-effective waterproofing solution
Typical Construction Problems Solved
- Problem Solution with DRYFIKS 101
- Damp walls Internal waterproofing
- Roof leakage Dense waterproof concrete
- Cracked plaster Shrinkage control
- Steel corrosion Reduced moisture entry
- Weak concrete Increased compressive strength
Safety Information
- non-flammable product
- Use protective gloves during handling
- Avoid direct eye contact
- Keep out of reach of children
Never consider waterproofing an afterthought. Once wetness gets into a building, repairs are costly and makeshift remedies constantly fail.
With DRYFIKS 101 the preventive smart approach is achieved by incorporating waterproofing directly into concrete & plaster systems. It guarantees that structures will stay durable, dry and protected for many years by enhancing workability, minimizing porosity (The degree of compaction), facilitating strength & stopping volumetric shrinkage cracks.
A robust waterproofing solution for modern construction that ensures integral waterproofing and permanent protection of the structure, DRYFIKS 101.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the available sizes for DRYFIKS 101?
Packaging size of each product are 1 kg, 5 kg and 20 kg.
How to apply DRYFIKS 101?
- As suggested by the mix design, add cement & aggregates to concrete mixer & mix for 1-2 minutes when dry.
- Add 75-80% of the mixing water first, then stir for two to three minutes.
- The recommended dose of DRYFIKS™ 101 is added to the remaining mixing and measuring water, then put to
the concrete mixer and mixed for an additional 2 minutes. - Apply plaster or pour concrete, as per requirement.
- Adopt ideal construction techniques to cure the concrete or mortar that has been placed.
What are the benefits of using DRYFIKS 101?
Benefits of using DRYFIKS 101
- Durability – Improves concrete waterproofing by increasing durability.
- Impermeable -It reduces the porosity due to water into concrete.
- Workability – Enhances the freshly mixed cement concrete’s & Plaster’s workability.
- Strength – Improves setting time and compressive strength of the concrete.
- Shrinkage – Reduces cracks due to shrinkage in plaster & concrete.
- Compatibility – Being a liquid, it dissolves readily and works well with mortar and concrete mixtures.
- Corrosion protection – Increases cohesiveness of concrete, which improves the corrosion resistance of steel.