MasterEmaco S 5400

(EMACO Nanocrete R4)

High-strength, shrinkage compensated, fibre reinforced, thixotropic structural repair

mortar, intended for structural repair of concrete and reinforced concrete
structures. Layer thickness varies from 5 to 50 mm.

DESCRIPTION High carbonation resistance;

MasterEmaco S 5400 is a single component, High sulphate resistance;
extra high strength, high modulus, shrinkage High water resistance;
compensated structural repair mortar intended for Low content of chromates provides
structural repair of concrete. environmental safety of the material;
MasterEmaco S 5400 is a ready-to-use Portland Does not contain chlorides.
cement based dry mortar that contains specially
selected quartz sands, polymer fibres and special PACKAGING
additives to reduce cracking risks. When mixed MasterEmaco S 5400 is supplied in 30kg sacks.
with water, MasterEmaco S 5400 forms a fine
thixotropic mortar, reaching high strength on COVERAGE
setting. The mortar may be applied mechanically About 20 kg of the dry mortar per 1m2 at the layer
or by hand. thickness of 1 cm.
One sack (30 kg) of MasterEmaco S 5400, mixed
FIELD OF APPLICATION with water, allows about 15 liters of fresh grout to
MasterEmaco S 5400 is used for the structural be produced. These figures are approximate. The
repair of concrete facilities such as: exact coverage depends on many factors and can
Any kind of load-bearing structures; be calculated only on the job site by a trial
Industrial facilities; application.
Waste treatment and water treatment
facilities, canals, pipelines and other SHELF LIFE AND STORAGE CONDITIONS
underground utilities; Guaranteed shelf life of MasterEmaco S 5400,
Sea and river transport facilities; stored in a closed undamaged original package, is
Bridge structures. 12 months. Store in a cool, dry place.
MasterEmaco S 5400 may be used for indoor and The material should be stored in the
outdoor operations on vertical and overhead manufacturers package in enclosed dry rooms
surfaces. with a maximum humidity of 70%, at the
conditions, which ensure safety of the packaging
ADVANTAGES and moisture protection. Do not use material from
Full compliance with Standard EN 1504-3 a damaged package.
Class R4;
Nanotechnology application provides a REPAIR NOTES
shrinkage compensation mechanism The following recommendations and suggestions
while polyacrylonitrile fiber reinforcement are based on the practical experience of using the
minimizes cracking tendency in the plastic MasterEmaco materials.
phase;
Improved thixotropic properties allow the 1. REPAIR SURFACE PREPARATION
application of up to 50mm-thick layers Substrate preliminary preparation:
without additional reinforcement and Concrete
formwork installation; The substructure must be clean, durable and able
Fast curing and high ultimate strength; to withstand the load (minimum tear strength - 1.5
Excellent workability both after hand and MPa).
mechanical application; Very dense and smooth substructures, or layers
High wear resistance and durability; incapable to withstand the load (e.g.,
High frost resistance; contaminated old coating), coatings treated with
film-forming compounds or water-repellent
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materials, as well as damaged concrete surfaces Hand application:

shall be pre-treated using suitable methods, e.g., Initially, apply the first contact layer of the mixed
by sand or water blasting machines. The material to the prepared and slightly damp
substrate roughness depth is about 3 mm, i.e. the substructure. If the substructure is very rough or
aggregate should be clearly visible. Repair areas its strength is uneven, apply a primer layer of
shall be delineated, by cutting with a diamond MasterEmaco S 5400 instead of the first layer. For
disk, to a minimum depth of 5 mm. this purpose, added a little water to a small
Prior to applying the MasterEmaco S 5400 repair amount of the prepared mixture to obtain the
mortar, the preliminary prepared substrate should consistency, at which brush application becomes
be wetted for at least 3 hours and kept damp. The possible, and apply the material onto the surface.
surface should be damp, but avoid puddles. After that, use the wet-on-wet technology for
placing a layer of the MasterEmaco S 5400 repair
Preliminary prepared substrate: material of the normal consistency.
Steel rebars Permissible layer thickness varies from 5 to 50
Remove all corrosion products from the concrete mm in one application (larger thickness is allowed
substrate and steel reinforcement by sandblasting for small areas, following prior installation of
or other mechanical methods. If required, cover additional reinforcement). Following the initial
steel reinforcement with MasterEmaco P 5000 setting of the mortar and its treatment, a floating
AP. Application of MasterEmaco P 5000 AP is operation may be started, using, e.g., a plastic or
required at a strong influence of chlorides, or in wooden float.
case of insufficient thickness of the concrete
protective layer above the reinforcement (less Working tool cleaning
than 20 mm). Tools should be cleaned with water immediately
after use. In case of hardened material, only
Mixing mechanical cleaning should be used.
MasterEmaco S 5400 should be mixed with water
in a mixer for about 3 minutes until formation of a Post-treatment
homogeneous thick-plastic lump-free mix (use a For the following actions are recommended for
perforator or a low speed drill (300-400 rpm) with post-treatment:
a spiral nozzle for mixing small amounts). Following finishing of the surface, apply
Allow the grout to settle for about 3 minutes, and the MASTERKURE film-forming material
then stir it again. If necessary, add a little more to protect against evaporation;
water to obtain desired consistency; in doing so, If concrete treatment means are not available, the
do not exceed the maximum amount of water following steps shall be taken:
specified. Place a damp burlap;
The mixing water amount is specified in the Place a film;
material quality datasheet. Wet dried burlap again.
If it is impossible to use treatment means and
Application: burlap, moisten the repair material, which started
During the operation and in the next 24 hours, the hardening, for 24 hours.
temperature of the substrate and the environment
should not be lower than +5C and higher than ATTENTION!
+30C. Do not use MasterEmaco S 5400 at
Mechanical application: temperatures below +5C and above
Initially, apply a thin contact layer of the mixture to +30C;
the prepared damp substructure, and then Do not use the material in a damaged or
gradually apply the desired layer thickness. open packaging;
Premix plastering stations should be used for Do not add cement, sand or other
applying the material. components, which change properties of
the material;
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Do not dilute the mortar, which began mucous membranes (e.g., eyes), so a prolonged
setting, with water, and do not add contact with the material should be avoided. In
additional amounts of MasterEmaco S case of contact with the eye mucosa, immediately
5400. rinse eyes thoroughly with water, then seek
medical attention. In case of skin contact,
Safety guidelines immediately remove contaminated clothing and
While using MasterEmaco S 5400, well-known wash skin with plenty of soap and water. Use
safety measures, applicable to chemical handling, appropriate protective gloves (e.g., nitrile-soaked
shall be observed. cotton gloves). If swallowed, immediately consult
After finishing the work, wash your hands. a doctor, providing the information about the
MasterEmaco S 5400 contains cement. When product properties.
mixed with water, an alkaline reaction occurs. This
may cause skin irritation or chemical burns to

SPECIFICATIONS*

Index name Index

Maximum size of a filler, mm 2.5
Fibre filler Polymer
Mortar agility by flow cone, mm 165-180
Agility persistence, min. minimum 30
Determination of enlargement - shrinkage, %, maximum 0,05
Compressive strength, MPa, minimum
1 day 18
28 days 60
Tensile strength at bending, MPa, minimum
1 day 5
28 days 8
Bond strength to concrete, MPa, minimum 2,0
Freeze resistance grade for concretes as roads and airfield pavements
F 2 300
used in mineralized environment, minimum
Freeze resistance grade for all types of concretes, except concretes as
F 1 1000
roads and airfield pavements, used in mineralized environment, minimum
Grade of water resistance, minimum W16
Modulus of elasticity (28 days) >20000
Ratio of sulfate resistance (1 year), % minimum 0,9
Freeze resistance of contact area bond strength to concrete (50
Minimum 2,0
cycles),MPa
Water absorption capillary inleakage kg/m* h0.5 Minimum 0,5
* Tests were performed according to STO 70386662-010-2014 MasterEmaco dry repair mortars (Emaco)
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Represented information is based on our current experience. In case of various factors affecting the result, information does not mean
legal responsibility. For additional information, please contact your local advisor.

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