EDE 178 is an admixture specifically formulated to improve the grinding of minerals. EDE 178 is particularly recommended for grinding cements.
• Increased mill production (8% to 20%) depending on the efficiency of the equipment and the characteristics of the material to be ground.
• Reduced grinding energy costs.
• Improved physical properties of the ground material.
• Improved performance in both closed and open circuit systems at equal specific surface area or equal sieve residues.
• The mechanical strengths of cements are maintained or increased at all ages.
• Bulk density is increased.
• Powder flow characteristics are improved before, during and after storage.
• Pack set tendencies and coating are substantially reduced.
• The risk of false set is reduced due to the lower grinding temperatures.
• Cement particle size distribution is improved resulting in more thorough hydration.
• Reduces plastic shrinkage (inital set).
• Form : Liquid
• Active ingredients : Aqueous solution of hydroxylated amine and other components.
• Specific gravity at 20°C : 1.117 kg/dm3 (± 0.015).
• PH at 20°C : 8.2 (± 1.5).
• Chloride content : <0.1%.
• Alkali content : <1.2% Na2O equiv.
Other characteristics
• Colour : Brown.
• Freezing point : < -15°C.
• Flash point : Non flammable product.
• Dry matter (solids content) : 56%.
Packaging
• Bulk tanker loads (where appropriate).
• 1000 liter containers and 215 liter drums.
Storage
The quality is guaranteed for 12 months starting from the manufacturing date provided the product is not altered with other chemicals. Do not mix with any other product. EDE 178 will not freeze above -15°C.
Grinding of cements according to ENV 197-1, type I to V, and aluminous cements.
Directions for use
Dosage: The dosage range is from 0.2kg to 0.5kg/ metric tone of material to be ground. Industrial trials are required to determine the optimum dosage.
Procedure: Liquid admixture ready-to-use. A dosing pump is required to introduce the correct dosage into the mix.
EDE 178 may be introduced directly into the mill or onto the feed conveyor belt.
Our technicians are ready to provide advice and assistance in the use of EDE 178.
Procedure: If EDE 178 comes into contact with skin, flush with water immediately.
Fire: EDE 178 is non flammable.
Cleaning: Spillage of EDE 178 can be removed with water. (Refer to Safety Data Sheet).
Overdose: Dosages in excess of 3kg/ metric tone should be avoided.