Vinsol Resin

Description

WHAT ARE AIR ENTRAINING ADMIXTURES?

Air entraining admixtures are a type of surfactant that evenly produce and disperse air bubbles throughout a load of concrete. These air pockets create microscopic voids in the concrete as it sets, allowing ice to expand when the concrete is exposed to freezing temperatures. Fritz-Pak’s Air Plus is made with a naturally occurring chemical called vinsol resin. Vinsol resin produces smaller, more even air bubbles than many of the synthetic air entrainers on the market. Keeping a case of Air Plus in your truck can help you achieve the following results for your concrete.
Reduce rejected concrete due to low air content
Improved concrete workability
Increased concrete durability

Carbofen Substitutes Vinsol in Concrete Admixture Formulations

Usually, clients purchase Carbofen Resin and Carbofen Admix as air entraining agents for concrete made of Portland cement. Just like Vinsol, both of Polytrade’s products follow ASTM C260, Standard Specification for Air-Entraining Admixtures for Concrete Made of Portland Cement.
The active principle that makes these two materials excellent air entraining agents is the same. However, they have slightly different manufacturing processes. Furthermore, their presentation is different. Carbofen Resin is a powder, while Carbofen Admix is a liquid. Also, Carbofen Resin has to be neutralized before being added into the concrete mix. Conversely, Carbofen Admix is neutralized and can be diluted to the desired proportion using water.
Of course, the client will ultimately choose what material is most convenient to their needs and manufacturing process. But when it comes to entraining air in a wet concrete mix, we suggest Carbofen Resin or Carbofen Admix. However, if the final application requires a powder that is water-soluble, the right offering is Carbofen NCX. Thus, both Carbofen Resin and Carbofen Admix can replace the Vinsol Resin (flake or powder) as an air entraining agent for concrete. While Carbofen NCX can substitute Vinsol NVX Resinate for applications in dry mix.

Carbofen Substitutes Vinsol in Anionic Bitumen Emulsions

For the bitumen emulsion industry, Polytrade has Carbofen Gold. Other than the Carbofen family, our team of experts created in 2020 an original product that was specifically designed to be used as an anionic emulsifying agent for slow set (SS-1 & SS-1H) emulsions, Emulsifen G5000. Now our clients have more options for anionic emulsifiers.
The resulting bitumen emulsions manufactured using Carbofen Gold or Emulsifen G5000 can be employed in several formulations for road surface binders, such as:

Slurry Seals

Slurry seals are thin layers of asphalt mixture that are spread over existing pavement surfaces. They help to seal cracks and provide a new wearing surface, improving the durability and lifespan of the pavement.

Tack Coats

Tack coats are thin applications of asphalt emulsion that are applied to existing pavement surfaces before the placement of a new layer of asphalt. They help to bond the new asphalt layer to the existing surface, ensuring a strong and durable pavement structure.

Base Stabilization

Base stabilization involves the use of additives or treatments to improve the strength and durability of the base layers of a pavement structure. This helps to prevent cracking and failure, extending the life of the pavement.

Soil Stabilization

Soil stabilization is the process of improving the strength and durability of soil for construction purposes. This can involve the use of additives or treatments to enhance the soil’s properties, making it suitable for use in road construction or other applications.

Fog Spray

Fog spray is a technique used in pavement maintenance to apply a thin layer of asphalt emulsion to the surface of the pavement. This helps to seal the surface and prevent water infiltration, extending the life of the pavement.

Crack Seal

Crack sealing is the process of filling cracks in pavement surfaces with a sealant to prevent water infiltration and further damage. This helps to extend the life of the pavement and prevent costly repairs.

Driveway and Tennis Court Paving

Driveway and tennis court paving involves the construction of paved surfaces for driveways and tennis courts. This can include the use of asphalt or concrete materials, depending on the specific requirements of the project.

Dust Suppression and Dust Palliatives

Dust suppression and dust palliatives are techniques used to reduce dust emissions from unpaved surfaces. This can involve the use of water, chemicals, or other treatments to suppress dust and improve air quality.

Cold Mixes

Cold mixes are asphalt mixtures that can be used at ambient temperatures, without the need for heating. They are often used for temporary repairs or in remote locations where hot mix asphalt is not readily available.