Description
Rapid Set Backfill Concrete for Reinstatement and Repairs
Rapid Set Backfill Concrete combines selected aggregates, cements and additives to provide fast setting and high early strength. It is designed for backfilling and repair work where reducing downtime is a priority.
Factory-produced for consistent quality, it is suitable for application depths of 20–250mm. Typical compressive strength exceeds 20 N/mm² after two hours and reaches 50 N/mm² after 28 days.
Suitable Applications
- Backfilling around access cover reinstatements.
- Gully reinstatements.
- Thick-section concrete repairs.
- Commercial post installation.
Key Features
- Rapid strength development: allows reopening to traffic after approximately two hours, subject to conditions.
- High compressive strength: typical performance of 50 N/mm² after 28 days.
- 20–250mm application thickness: suitable for backfilling and deeper repairs.
- Chloride-free formulation: with a declared chloride content below 0.1%.
- Factory-produced quality: a consistent blend from bag to bag.
- 20kg bags: supplied in protective, recyclable packaging.
Technical Information
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Bag size | 20kg |
| Application thickness | 20–250mm |
| Maximum aggregate size | 10mm |
| Water requirement | 2–3 litres per 20kg bag; typically 2.5 litres |
| Minimum mixing time | 3 minutes |
| Application timing | Apply immediately after mixing, within 5 minutes |
| Initial setting time | Approximately 10–15 minutes |
| Yield per bag | Approximately 10.5 litres |
| Typical compressive strength at 2 hours | Greater than 20 N/mm² |
| Typical compressive strength at 28 days | 50 N/mm² |
| Chloride content | Less than 0.1% |
Mixing Guidance
Prepare the work area before mixing, as this concrete has a short working time.
Use a mechanical mixing method, such as a slow-speed drill and paddle. Carefully add one 20kg bag to 2–3 litres of clean water, depending on the required workability. Typically, 2.5 litres produces a slow-flowing concrete.
Mix for at least 3 minutes until a uniform consistency is achieved. Apply immediately after mixing and within 5 minutes. The concrete begins to set within approximately 10–15 minutes.
Do not add water to revive material that has begun to set.
Preparation and Application
Surfaces must be clean and free from contamination. For best results, mechanically roughen the substrate, then saturate with clean water and remove any standing water.
Trowel or pour the concrete into place and gently tamp it to achieve compaction. Float-finish exposed surfaces, ensuring any voids are filled.
Where the backfill will receive a separate surface layer, follow the Product Data Sheet and project specification for finishing level, tack coat and surfacing requirements.
Do not use below 5°C or where ground frost is present. Below 10°C, allow extra time before opening to traffic or applying further loads. Protect against rapid drying caused by strong sunlight or drying winds.
Storage
Store unopened bags in cool, dry conditions, raised off the ground on a pallet or shelf and protected from wind and rain.
Product Documents
Read the Product Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet before use for full mixing, application, storage and safe handling guidance.
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