Why Industrial Grouting Needs More Than Just Cement

In Pakistan’s industrial sector textile mills in Faisalabad, power plants in Sahiwal, ports in Karachi machinery doesn’t just sit on the floor. It pounds. It vibrates. It shakes.

Ordinary cementitious grouts crack under this abuse. Anchors loosen. Machines misalign. Production stops.

ASODUR®-EV200 was engineered specifically for these brutal conditions. It’s a three-component epoxy mortar that flows into place, bonds chemically to concrete and steel and cures into a material with compressive strength approaching 109 N/mm².

For waterproofing in Pakistan’s most demanding industrial environments, this is the product that doesn’t fail.

What Is ASODUR®-EV200?

ASODUR®-EV200 is a solvent-free, flowable high-performance mortar based on epoxy resin. It comes as a complete three-component set:

· Component A: Epoxy resin

· Component B: Hardener

· Component C: Filler (aggregates)

When mixed, it becomes a self-compacting mortar that can be applied in thicknesses from 10 mm to 200 mm in a single layer. It requires no primer on properly prepared substrates.

But the real story is what it can do:

· Anchor bolts that never loosen

· Machine bases that stay level

· Concrete repairs that outlast the surrounding material

· Waterproofing that holds pressure up to 5 bar

Where Should You Use ASODUR®-EV200?

Machine Grouting and Foundations

For crane rails, turbines, heavy presses and any equipment that generates vibration or impact loads, ASODUR-EV200 provides:

· High mechanical strength to resist crushing

· Vibration resistance from its high flexural strength

· Chemical bond to steel anchor bolts

Anchor Grouting

When you need to fasten an anchor into concrete or rock, the drill hole must be at least 6 mm larger than the anchor diameter. ASODUR-EV200 fills the gap completely and bonds to both the concrete and the steel.

Waterproofing Construction Elements

With water tightness up to 5 bar, this epoxy mortar can waterproof structural elements against significant hydrostatic pressure. Layer thickness must be at least 10 mm.

Grouting Pillars, Supports and Railings

Pillar and support openings can be grouted up to 800 mm height and 300 mm diameter in a single pour. For railing posts and guard rails, ASODUR-EV200 provides force-fit bonding that won’t loosen over time.

Railway Track Construction

ASODUR-EV200 is electrically insulating, making it suitable for grouting railway lines and track construction where electrical isolation is required for signaling systems.

Load Distribution on Old Wooden Floors

For renovating buildings with old wooden floorboards, ASODUR-EV200 can be applied as a load distribution layer with minimum 10 mm thickness. Loose boards must be fixed first and open butt joints covered with tape.

How to Apply ASODUR®-EV200

Surface Preparation

The TDS requires:

1. Dry to matt-damp (no standing water).

2. Firm and load-bearing.

3. Grippy (mechanically roughened if smooth).

4. Free of contaminants (oil, grease, dust, laitance).

For metal surfaces: Apply within 4 hours of cleaning. If longer, use ASODUR-SG3-thix corrosion protection first.

Mixing — Follow the Ratio Exactly

The mix ratio by weight is critical:

· Component A (Resin): 5.04 parts.

· Component B (Hardener): 1.66 parts.

· Component C (Filler): 23.3 parts.

Procedure:

1. Material temperature should ideally be +15°C.

2. Add hardener to resin, mix for 3 minutes.

3. Decant into a clean bucket.

4. Add filler in portions while mixing for another 3 minutes.

5. Let the mixture rest briefly for air bubbles to escape.

Anchor Grouting

· Drill hole diameter = anchor diameter + 6 mm minimum.

· Clean hole thoroughly with a bottle brush.

· Fill with ASODUR-EV200.

· Insert anchor with a rotary motion.

· Remove excess material immediately.

Machine Grouting

· Ensure continuous supply — interruptions create pockets.

· Grout from one side only to displace air.

· Minimum layer thickness: 10 mm

· For thickness >200 mm: apply in multiple l.ayers (next layer after ~12 hours).

Surface Application (Waterproofing)

· Spread mortar in strips using a height-adjustable squeegee.

· After 150–180 minutes, smooth with a surface spatula.

· This eliminates surface air bubbles.

Slip-Resistant Surfaces

· After ~120 minutes, sprinkle quartz sand (0.5–1.0 mm) over the entire area.

· Remove surplus sand after hardening.

· Apply a top coat of sealer (e.g., ASODUR-B351) by roller.

Over-coating

ASODUR-EV200 can be over coated with other ASODUR coatings between 12 and 72 hours after application without primer.

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ’s

Q: Can ASODUR-EV200 be used for roof waterproofing?

Yes, for roof surfaces that need high mechanical strength and water tightness up to 5 bar. However, for purely cosmetic residential roofs, other systems may be more economical.

Q: Is primer always required?

No. On properly prepared concrete, steel or wood, no primer is needed.

Q: How thick can I apply in one layer?

10 mm to 200 mm in a single application. For thickness exceeding 200 mm, apply in multiple layers with ~12 hours between layers.

Q: Can I apply it on a damp surface?

Yes — the substrate can be dry to matt-damp. Standing water is not allowed.

Q: How should I store it in Pakistan’s climate?

Store in a cool, dry place at 10–25°C. Shelf life is 24 months in original containers. In summer, air-conditioned storage may be necessary.

Conclusion

ASODUR®-EV200 is not a general-purpose grout. It’s a precision tool for the toughest jobs in construction and industry.

When you need anchors that never loosen, machines that stay level or waterproofing that withstands 5 bar of pressure this is the product you specify.

For waterproofing services in Pakistan, for industrial flooring, for infrastructure that must last decades ASODUR-EV200 delivers performance that ordinary materials cannot approach.

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