WHAT IS KIM?

Adding KIM^® to concrete enhances the concrete's natural hydration process by intensifying and prolonging the hydration of the cementing materials. Capillary pores are reduced in both size and number. The concrete is made dramatically less porous. At the same time, KIM^® fills all remaining pores and capillaries with millions of long, hair-like crystals throughout the concrete mass. The resulting concrete is impermeable to the migration of water or waterborne chemicals.

BENEFITS

• Eliminates the need for costly waterproofing membranes, liners or coatings
• Protects reinforcing steel from corrosion
• Reduces Shrinkage and Cracking
• Self-seal any hairline cracks that may occur from subsequent shrinkage, setting or shifting
• Eliminates the risk of costly repairs and damage from failed membrane systems
• Provides excellent resistance to waterborne chemicals such as sulphates and chlorides
• Facilitates unique design options and utilization of greater property area
• Facilitates faster backfilling-saving time and money
• Diversifies product line to distinguish the concrete manufacturer from their competition

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