Concrete Just Evolved
- Water-Resistant
- Stronger Concrete
- Freeze-Thaw Tolerant
- Inhibits Rust
- Increased Durability
- Contaminant Resistant
- Halts Efflorescence
- Longer Service Life
For more information about the All Bloc™ concrete waterproofing solution, download Brochure below.
Introducing the evolution of concrete; the newest permeability reducing admixture for hydrostatic conditions (PRAH). All Bloc™, a product of EndWater Solutions, LLC, contributes enhancements to concrete, leading to long-term cost savings and maximizes time on overall construction.
It replaces the need for multiple products, and becomes an all-in-one solution for improving strength, and life-span of concrete. All Bloc™ virtually eliminates water absorption, improves compressive strength, reduces chloride ion penetration, dramatically enhances freeze-thaw tolerance, and greatly increases the durability. The end result is the revolutionary creation of hydrophobic concrete and cement-based products.
Preferably added at the ready-mix plant, All Bloc™ eliminates the guesswork, mixing & handling of bulky bags or heavy containers at the pour site. All Bloc™ is easy-to-mix during batching and simply requires adequate mixing; then pour & finish like normal. Experienced concrete finishers have stated that the workability is greatly improved, another plus for All Bloc™.
Once it’s added to the mix, All Bloc™ is permanently infused throughout the concrete and doesn’t require anything to reactivate its waterproofing benefits. There is also no further need for sprays or coatings to achieve waterproofing.
All Bloc™ works with or replaces accelerators, retardants, plasticizers, corrosion inhibitors, and more.
POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
The bottom line is: All Bloc™ is the effortless, cost effective concrete admixture, that delivers truly hydrophobic, higher-strength, corrosion-resistant, and extremely durable concrete every time. When you need or want much better concrete, All Bloc™ is your premier choice.
Benefits of All Bloc™
• Virtually eliminates water absorption and other contaminants
• Measurably higher crush test results
• Increases durability and extends service life of concrete
• Resists Chloride Ion Penetration
• Excellent Freeze-Thaw tolerance
• Inhibits rust and deterioration of rebar, cable and wire mesh
• Improves erosion resistance
• Inhibits mold, mildew and stains from contaminants
• Blocks efflorescence of minerals
• Makes concrete resistant to oil contaminants
• Improves workability of concrete finishing
• Adds plasticizer properties; less bleed water
• Adds water hydration properties; eliminates need for water reducer
• Increases air entrainment
FACTS ABOUT All Bloc™
Better than 98% permeability reduction under hydrostatic conditions
Water Permeability (DIN 1048)
After 28 days of curing, water permeability testing was performed on four cylinders (4”x8”), control and All Bloc™. Each cylinder was placed in an apparatus that applied 72.5 psi of water pressure to the bottom of each cylinder for a period of 72 hours.
All Bloc™ greatly outperformed the control samples in all 4 water permeability tests. Control cylinders experienced nearly total penetration (7 3/16” average), while All Bloc™ cylinders showed minimal surface water penetration (no water penetration was visible in 2 cylinders). All Bloc™ is competitive with any permeability reducing admixture for hydrostatic conditions (PRAH) in the concrete industry.
Compressive Strength
In lab testing*, All Bloc™ had a positive effect on the overall compressive strength of the concrete, when compared to control samples. Ultimately, All Bloc™ increased the compressive strength of the concrete cylinders (4”x8”) at 7-days, 28-days, and 56-days. Plasticizer properties affected by All Bloc™ indicate an increase of Air Entrainment by about 3% to 3.5%. The cost of adding Air to the concrete mixture is therefore eliminated.
In a 7-day, 28-day, and 56-day compressive strength test, All Bloc™ outperformed the control cylinders by over 20%.
Strength increase in 7-day break test
Strength increase in 28-day break test
Strength increase in 56-Day break test (Air cured)
*In accordance with ASTM, ACI, & Approved for use by Agencies of US Department of Defense
CONCRETE
-64%
Chloride Ion Penetration
323
Freeze-Thaw Cycles
Zero Failure
96.5
Durability Factor
323 freeze-thaw cycles tested
DF reference scale: 0-100%
Rapid Chloride Ion Penetration (-64%)
All Bloc™ was evaluated using a typical 3,000 psi concrete mix in accordance with ASTM C1202, Standard Test Method for Electrical Indication of Concrete’s Ability to Resist Chloride Ion Penetration.
The control samples averaged 6,750 coulombs, while samples containing All Bloc™ averaged just 2,400 coulombs—representing a 64% reduction in chloride ion penetration.
These results demonstrate that All Bloc™ significantly reduces chloride ion penetration, helping produce concrete with enhanced resistance to corrosive environments and improved protection against the corrosion of embedded steel reinforcement.
Freeze-Thaw Resistance (323 cycles)
The Standard Test Method for Resistance of Concrete to Rapid Freezing and Thawing, conducted in accordance with ASTM C666 (Standard of min 300-350 cycles or failure of 60% Elasticity Value), was used to evaluate the freeze-thaw durability of concrete incorporating All Bloc™ admixture.
Control specimens utilizing a 3,000 psi standard concrete mix experienced premature failure during testing. Two control specimens failed at 73 cycles, while a third failed at 59 cycles, reaching the specified failure criterion of 60% Relative Dynamic Modulus of Elasticity (RDME).
In comparison, concrete specimens incorporating All Bloc™ admixture completed 323 freeze-thaw cycles without failure, while maintaining structural integrity throughout the test period.
The test results demonstrate a 126% Relative Modulus of Elasticity and a 447% improvement in Freeze-Thaw Stability, indicating substantially enhanced resistance to freeze-thaw deterioration compared with the control concrete.
Durability Factor (96.5) & Lifecycle Performance
Freeze-thaw testing demonstrates a significant improvement in the concrete durability when incorporating All Bloc™ admixture. The calculated Durability Factor (DF) for the All Bloc™ concrete was 96.5, compared with 5.86 for the standard concrete mix. In addition, the concrete incorporating All Bloc™ exhibited an average 126% improvement in elasticity. A Durability Factor of 96.5 strongly indicates substantially improved resistance to freeze-thaw deterioration and the potential for significantly extended service life.
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Improved performance in harsh environments: Concrete installations exposed to severe environmental conditions—and therefore subject to premature repairs or replacement—can benefit substantially from increased durability and resistance to deterioration.
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Reduced lifecycle costs: The incremental cost of All Bloc™ admixture can be offset through the elimination or reduction of certain other admixtures and subsequent waterproofing treatments, as well as by reducing the frequency and associated costs of future repairs and replacement.
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Lower total cost of ownership: Reduced reliance on repair and replacement components can lower the overall Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), while simultaneously reducing the material consumption, transportation, and construction activities associated with future maintenance.
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Reduced lifecycle carbon emissions: Extending concrete service life and decreasing the need for repair and replacement can provide a quantifiable reduction in lifecycle CO₂ emissions.
*In accordance with ASTM, ACI, & Approved for use by Agencies of US Department of Defense
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