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Master Builders Solutions

The partnership solution

Having the right admixture partner is vital to the Theatres by the Bay in Singapore.
success of any concrete producer. Master We address key issues for the construction
Builders Solutions is recognised as the global industry in:
leader in the field of Admixture Systems and has
been providing intelligent solutions to the Durability
construction industry since the early 1900s. Our state-of-the-art admixtures –
MasterGlenium, MasterPolyheed® and
Admixture Systems from Master Builders MasterRheobuild® – have unique water-reducing
Solutions, which began with the invention of properties and allow the use of optimised
air-entraining admixtures for concrete has been quantities of supplementary cementitious
the leading driver of the concrete industry materials (e.g. slag, fly ash, micro silica). These
through several innovation cycles , while help in achieving greater durability for critical
creating breakthroughs with state-of-the-art structures through reduction of permeability,
technology such as MasterGlenium®. We have water absorption and resistance to chloride and
developed innovative products for various sulphate attack. Appropriate admixture
concrete applications including high specialties such as MasterLife®
performance concrete, high strength concrete, and MasterPel® ranges that further enhance
self-compacting concrete, durable concrete, the durability of concrete.
The Master Builders Solutions brand brings all of it's expertise waterproof concrete and a host of other
together to create chemical solutions for new construction, solutions to meet market needs. For over a Flexibility
century, we have worked closely with customers Our latest innovation based on MasterSure®
maintenance, repair and renovation of structures. to provide intelligent solutions for every stage of (Super Retention Technology) has revolutionised
Master Builders Solutions is built on the experience gained from the construction cycle. ready-mix and pre-cast applications. With no
impact on the setting times of concrete,
more than a century in the construction industry. For engineers, developers, contractors, builders, MasterSure allows workability retention of
architects and other end users, our products in concrete over longer periods (2 hours or more)
the Admixture Systems offer innumerable and can be used either as an integrated or a
The know-how and experience of a global community of
benefits. To name a few, they are: stand-alone product.
construction experts form the core of Master Builders Solutions.  reliability of concrete products
We combine the right elements from our portfolio to solve your  durability Workability
 corrosion resistance MasterGlenium® SKY and MasterMatrix®
specific construction challenges. We collaborate across areas of  reduced permeability formulations can be used effectively to produce
expertise and regions and draw on the experience gained from  improved resistance to chemical attack self-compacting concrete that eliminates the
effective placement of concrete in extreme need for vibration and reduces manpower, while
countless construction projects worldwide. We leverage global 
achieving high quality concrete with excellent
weather conditions
Master Builders Solutions technologies, as well as our in-depth  underwater placement of concrete finish.
knowledge of local building needs, to develop innovations that help
Our admixtures are used in world’s most Our capabilities to bring innovative solutions to
make you more successful and drive sustainable construction. recognizable projects - including Petronas the challenges faced by the concrete industry
Tower, Taipei 101, The Burj Khalifa and more makes Master Builders Solutions the ideal
recently, The Freedom Tower in New York - and partner for producers and designers alike.
The comprehensive portfolio under the Master Builders Solutions architectural challenges such as the Three
brand encompasses concrete admixtures, cement additives, Gorges Dam in China and the Esplanade
chemical solutions for underground construction, waterproofing
solutions, sealants, concrete repair & protection solutions,
performance grouts and performance flooring solutions.
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Ready-mix Pre-cast

The ready-mix business is a diverse and MasterSet

demanding sector with its own requirements solutions for retardation control, also include a
and challenges. Ready-mix operations are wash water system that facilitates best-practice
always local, with key factors such as financial environmental waste control for ‘zero waste
resources and transportation playing a central production’
role in decision making.
MasterPozzolith
From the molecular level to the finished water reducers for concrete
products, we equip our partners with leading
technologies to meet the increasing MasterRheobuild
performance and commercial demands of for superplasticized concrete
ready-mix industry. Our technical and site
support services are always ready to advise, Total Performance Control™ is the latest
providing mix optimization services for concept to evolve from our creative approach
maximizing the performance characteristics to ready-mix. This generation of polymers
of concrete. Our product technology for the delivers high early strength and extended
ready-mix environment includes: slump retention even in low water / cement ratio In the pre-cast sector, there are a unique set of Zero Energy System results in
concrete. With the advent of this new-generation constraints such as time pressure,  increasing productivity and quality
MasterGlenium SKY MasterGlenium SKY admixture, Admixture environmental issues, employee safety, quality  reducing operational costs
solutions for hyperplasticized and self Systems from Master Builders Solutions is control and cost of energy-intensive production  reducing environmental impact
consolidating concrete committed to backing and supporting our that impacts on the process-driven industry.  improving working conditions
customers in the evolution of the ready-mix Hence, to remain competitive, there is a
MasterPolyheed industry. We work with our ready-mix partners constant need for overall process improvement Complementary products are available to assist
solutions for high performance concrete to develop ready-mix concrete for local needs to increase quality and productivity within tight in the striking of forms and moulds, as well as to
that is easier and safer to place with less production timeframes, while reducing costs. improve the surface finishing of the concrete
MasterMatrix manpower required. We enable you to offer your elements. The MasterFinish® range of form
advanced rheology control solutions for customers additional benefits beyond durability, Within the Admixture Systems team from Master release agents allows clean release of cast
self-consolidating concrete sustainability and cost savings. Builders Solutions, our aim is to contribute to elements, reducing blow holes without any
overall process improvement through staining. We understand that you need to
technological innovation. To this end, we have achieve consistent, high-quality concrete first
developed key products such as time to produce durable building elements.
MasterRheobuild and MasterGlenium® ACE,
which not only assist in the production process, With our products for repair and rehabilitation,
but also improve the aesthetics and durability of you can achieve consistent, high-quality
concrete elements. A breakthrough for the pre- concrete and produce durable building elements
cast industry, our Zero Energy System™ can that meet your specific local conditions. From
significantly reduce the energy required for project conception through to completion,
precasting concrete elements by accelerating Master Builders Solutions offers realistic,
the hydration process without the need for reliable and professional solutions that set new
external heat. Our Zero Energy System employs industry standards in the pre-cast
the exceptional performance of the manufacturing process.
MasterGlenium ACE molecule and Master
X-Seed®, as well as the self consolidating
concrete technology of our unique MasterMatrix
viscosity modifier to eliminate the needs for
vibration and steam curing.
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Underground construction Cement additives

The tremendous growth of and changes in the Our range of cement additives enables cement
cement industry over the past decade has led to manufacturers to produce cements of various
an increasing demand for economically and types at more economical costs while meeting
ecologically sustainable quality cement. specific performance characteristics. Cement
additives in our range are available as high
Our latest cement additive, MasterCem®, performance grinding aids, pack-set inhibitors,
is specially formulated and designed for the most quality enhancers, strength enhancers and air
demanding cement manufacturing requirements. entraining additives for masonry cements.

The underground construction business, covering As the world’s leader in the provision of unique,
the mining and tunneling markets, has seen rapid tailored solutions for underground construction,
changes in sprayed concrete technology. The Master Builders Solutions accompanies our
introduction of the wet-mix system has changed customers for the entire duration of their projects
application techniques and equipment. with products and technical expertise.
Furthermore, the mechanical properties of the
concrete have changed with the addition of steel Our key products within this sector are
and plastic fibers. MasterRoc®, developed to perform in all
underground conditions - in soft or hard rock
using either the drill & blast or tunnel boring
machine method.

Key products at a glance

MasterGlenium SKY / ACE MasterRheobuild

MasterGlenium is a new generation MasterRheobuild is specially designed to impart
superplasticiser for concrete. It is specially rheoplastic qualities to concrete and to improve
formulated for ready-mix and pre-cast the pumpability of fresh concrete. A rheoplastic
applications where slump retention, high / early concrete is a fluid concrete with a slump value
strengths and durability are required in hot / of at least 200 mm or higher, that flows easily,
cold climates and over long distances. but at the same time is free from segregation,
MasterGlenium offers unrivalled technology and has the same water / cement ratio as that
with its versatility in high performance areas of a no-slump concrete without admixture
like self-compacting concrete, high strength (superplasticiser).
concrete, low permeability / low water
absorption concrete and low shrinkage MasterPozzolith
application. MasterPozzolith is a ready-to-use liquid
admixture that can plasticise, accelerate or
MasterPolyheed retard concrete, improve its performance,
MasterPolyheed is a non-chloride, mid-range making it more uniform and predictable. The
water-reducing admixture formulated to ensure admixture is used in pumped concrete and
superior workability and finishing. It improves conventionally placed concrete; in plain and
concrete performance with a wide range of reinforced conditions; to meet demands on low
cements, fly ashes, granulated slags, and to medium grades of normal weight concrete.
aggregates (including coarse and manufactured
sands).
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MasterAir® MasterFiber® MasterPolyheed® MasterSet®
Complete solutions for air Comprehensive solutions for fiber Solutions for high performance Solutions for retardation control
entrained concrete reinforced concrete concrete
MasterSure®
MasterBrace® MasterGlenium® MasterPozzolith® Solutions for workability control
Solutions for concrete strengthening Solutions for hyperplasticized concrete Solutions for water-reduced concrete
MasterTop®
MasterCast® MasterInject® MasterProtect® Solutions for industrial and
Solutions for the manufactured Solutions for concrete injection Solutions for concrete protection commercial floors
concrete product industry
MasterKure® MasterRheobuild® Master X-Seed®
MasterCem® Solutions for concrete curing Solutions for superplasticized Advanced accelerator solutions for
Solutions for cement manufacture concrete pre-cast concrete
MasterLife®
MasterEmaco® Solutions for enhanced durability MasterSeal® Ucrete®
Solutions for concrete repair Solutions for waterproofing Flooring solutions for harsh
MasterMatrix® and sealing environments
MasterFinish® Advanced rheology control solutions
Solutions for formwork treatment for self-consolidating concrete MasterRoc®
Solutions for underground
MasterFlow® MasterPel® construction
Solutions for precision grouting Solutions for water tight concrete

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