TECHNICAL SYSTEMS & QUALITY ASSURANCE
KA FlowTech™ — Concrete Admixtures
The KA FlowTech™ Series comprises four advanced polycarboxylate ether (PCE) superplasticisers engineered to optimise concrete performance across varied mix designs and site conditions. See individual product subsections below for performance focus, typical dosage and recommended applications.
Product Performance Matrix
FlowTech™ Retain‑3
FlowTech™ Retain‑3 is formulated to deliver extended workability with up to 3 hours slump retention alongside high water reduction. It is suited to ready‑mix concrete, long haul deliveries and hot‑weather pours where controlled set and consistent placement are critical.
Typical dosage: 0.3–1.5% of cement weight.
FlowTech™ Ultra‑WR
FlowTech™ Ultra‑WR is designed for maximum water reduction to support high‑strength and high‑performance concrete, improving density and durability and supporting blends containing GGBS.
Typical dosage: 0.3–1.5% of cement weight.
FlowTech™ ClayShield
FlowTech™ ClayShield provides enhanced tolerance to clay and fines contamination in aggregates, stabilising slump and reducing variability in challenging raw material conditions. It is ideal where sands or gravels have elevated silt/clay content.
Typical dosage: 0.3–1.5% of cement weight.
FlowTech™ Alkali‑Guard
FlowTech™ Alkali‑Guard is specifically formulated for mixes using high‑alkali cement, delivering reliable water reduction with consistent slump retention in ready‑mix and precast applications.
Typical dosage: 0.3–1.5% of cement weight.
Product Features
Advanced polycarboxylate ether (PCE) technology for superior concrete performance
Extended slump retention up to 3 hours (Retain‑3 variant)
High clay tolerance for challenging aggregate conditions (ClayShield variant)
Maximum water reduction for high‑strength applications (Ultra‑WR variant)
Specialised formulation for high‑alkali cement compatibility (Alkali‑Guard variant)
Technical Specifications
Product
Primary Application
Dosage Range
Key Benefit
FlowTech™ Retain‑3
Ready‑mix concrete, hot weather
0.3–1.5% cement weight
Up to 3 hours slump retention
FlowTech™ ClayShield
Aggregates with high fines/clay
0.3–1.5% cement weight
High clay tolerance
FlowTech™ Ultra‑WR
High‑strength/performance concrete
0.3–1.5% cement weight
Maximum water reduction
FlowTech™ Alkali‑Guard
High-alkali cement applications
0.3–1.5% cement weight
Robust alkali compatibility
Packaging and Storage
All FlowTech™ products are available in 200kg drums or 1100kg intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) for flexible project sizing. Products maintain a 12‑month shelf life when stored unopened in original containers. Storage temperature must be maintained between 5–35°C with adequate frost protection to preserve product integrity and performance characteristics.
200kg Drum
1100kg IBC