SHOTCRETE

Shotcrete is a method of applying high-performance concrete. It is applied through a method of drizzling via a gas hose pipe on a vertical or overhead wall surface and projected at a fine speed. This high velocity mortar generally creates an impact that forces the conventional concrete to consolidate. 

Shotcrete helps to form layers to build thickness on backing surfaces. The nature of the placement creates a unique bond with the most complex forms and shapes.  Moreover, it is reinforced by steel rods or fibers.

Shotcrete Application

It is utilized with both the advantages of dry mix and wet mix. Dry mix involves adding the dry ingredients into a hopper, feeding it through a hose to the nozzle, where the water is added. While the water and the mix are completely mixed, but when it hits the surface at high speed.

Wet-mix shotcrete is frost-resistant. We ensure this by creating a proper air-void system. On the other hand, dry-mix is prone to more freezing and thawing.

This requires the concrete contractor that is spraying the mix to be highly skilled and trained to effectively control the amount of water to be mixed in to create the right thickness.

The water levels can be constantly adjusted, allowing for more effective usage on vertical and overhead areas without the use of accelerators.

It is beneficial when frequent stops are necessary throughout the project.  The wet mix process typically uses ready-mixed wet cement to spray using a nozzle. The pressure from compressed air is used to propel the mixture onto the surface.

This process typically produces less rebound, waste, and dust compared to the dry mix. All of the ingredients are already mixed with water, and larger amounts can be used at a time. It is quicker to use than dry mix. Each method has its features and benefits.

Why Is Shotcrete Used?

Shotcrete goes through the same hardening processing as traditional or conventional concrete, but it requires less form and can be less expensive than regular methods of pouring concrete.

Shotcrete is used in new construction and repairs. Depending on what is needed is needed for the project, then the right method can be chosen. 

It has been used in countless applications. It has been used to repair and restore bridges, parking garages, dams, sewers, tunneling, mining, and new surface for foundations, tanks, and domes. A contractor may use a range of equipment to place Shotcrete, including gunning machines.

Dosing pumps, mixers, and nozzle carriers. Some are made especially for dry-mix, while others are made for wet-mix. Though over the years, more equipment has been made to be multi-purpose. Some shotcrete pumps have built-in accelerator pumps, which are used for admixtures.

As concrete experts, we can determine the right equipment and mix to be used for application.

Advantages Of Using Shotcrete

Shotcrete is primarily used in the construction industry. We specialize in mix shotcrete-spayed concrete applications. A concrete contractor is experienced in this economic and flexible placement of the material in any project.

It has become one of the primary growth factors of technical services. Moreover, it has extreme mechanical strength making it highly durable for building construction. Our shotcrete methods will make your construction structure less porous by increasing the bond strength.

Shotcrete helps reduce the cost and lowers the technical time of the project. Our mix shotcrete is more economical as it requires less time for formwork. Formwork is a temporary mold, where the material is poured and later formed.

We can easily construct our Shotcrete process in a small space and location. The content of the cement determines its durability. So, we make sure there is a substantial balance.

Shotcrete is fire resistant. Therefore, it can prevent disasters from happening. Moreover, our expert concrete contractors make this material to be worm-free and low porousness. On the other hand, it has an excellent thermal resistance mass which contributes to it being fireproof.

Ingredients In Our Shotcrete   

• High-quality cement   
• Natural and crushed sand
• Below 10mm coarse aggregate 
• Admixture
• Water

Where Is Shotcrete Normally Used?     

• Restoration of bridges   
• Dams     
• Marine structures     
• Domes
• Stabilization of any ground
• Tunnels   
• Mines     
• Sewers

Shotcrete maintains the structural integrity of any foundation; therefore, it is used in  the construction of heavy industrial buildings. Our skilled concrete contractor has all the knowledge about the unique traits that Shotcrete has. Moreover, this helps the ease of implementation.

It helps stabilize soil for excavation when used in underground construction. Moreover, this is effective in remote projects surrounded by water or plants. Our concrete contractor crew has materials and equipment that use the exact process to enhance integrity. 

Our Shotcrete can also be used in structural restoration projects all around Nashville. A Nashville technical concrete contractor specializes in what they do to bring forth a desirable outcome for the clients.

Benefits Of Using Our Shotcrete

The Speed Of Application

Our shotcrete application cuts down the amount of time needed to finish a project. The skilled concrete contractors at Nashville Concrete Experts are dedicated to introducing a non-traditional concrete form. Moreover, it is an eco-friendly process as it does not consume wood or other materials.

Our shotcrete applications will help reach the structural level of strength.

Ability To Reach Difficult Areas

Our concrete services are equipped with the ability to reach areas of construction that are difficult. Shotcrete does not require the need for moving equipment next to the pour site. Moreover, skilled professionals can apply the Shotcrete from a great distance.

Reduction Of Costs

Using our shotcrete application in construction projects helps cut down the cost. The reduction in equipment costs and maintenance is unparalleled. Moreover, we only use one piece of equipment to save labor costs. Our final result is industry-grade with faster and cheaper results.

The Strength Of Shotcrete

Our Shotcrete has a comprehensive strength of 25 ~ 40 MPa, a tensile strength of 2.0 ~ 2.5 MPa, with a stone bonding power of 1.0 ~ 1.5 MPa. Therefore, it meets the requirements for all massive industry constructions.

We believe that shotcrete application is a tough job. Therefore, the quality workers at our company are allowed to minimize their fatigue regularly. Thus, enabling better consistency at conventional work.

Shotcrete has been used in countless applications. It has been used for the repair and restoration of bridges, parking garages, dams, sewers, tunneling, mining, new construction for foundations, tanks, and domes. A contractor may use a range of equipment to place shotcrete, including gunning machines. Dosing pumps, mixers, and nozzle carriers. Some are made especially for dry-mix while others are made for wet-mix. Though over the years, more equipment has been made to be multi-purpose. Some shotcrete pumps have built-in accelerator pumps, which are used for admixtures. As concrete experts, we are able to determine the right equipment and mix to be used for application.