Silikal MMA Mortar Systems
Silikal MMA (Methyl Methacrylate) mortar systems are a type of high-performance flooring solution known for their exceptional durability, chemical resistance, and rapid curing times. They are widely used in industrial and commercial settings where heavy foot traffic, mechanical stress, and exposure to harsh chemicals are common.
Advantages of MMA-based mortar systems from Silikal
EASIER
SILIKAL® R 15 mortar, SILIKAL® R 16 mortar (does not require Priming) and SILIKAL® R 7 / SILIKAL® R 17 mortar (Priming required) are primarily characterised by low linear shrinkage and easy application.
FAST
Repair downtime for many businesses is frustrating. Our mortar can be ready to use in 60 minutes.
STRONGER
Higher compressive and tensile strength R7 cures to N/mm2.
Facts about Silikal MMA mortar systems
Usage even at temperatures as low as -10 °C (special grade -25 °C)
Low Temperature
Very low linear shrinkage compared to concrete.
Shrinkage
Good chemical resistance, weather resistant and excellent wear resistance. Also resistant to de-icing and frost.
Resistant
Liquid-tight material designed to effectively contain liquids and prevent leaks or seepage.
Dense
Areas of application for Mortar systems from Silikal
Silikal reactive resins are used to create both heavy-duty and decorative floor coatings for almost all industrial areas, as well as mortar systems for extremely fast and heavy-duty concrete repairs. Silikal has specialised in the technology of methacrylate reactive resins and has proven itself over many millions of square metres for 70 years.
The high-quality Silikal mortar systems differ from other mortars as they can be installed very quickly, namely already after approx. 1 hour after completion of the work. This is achieved by the unique properties of the binder used, the Silikal reactive resins based on methyl methacrylate, which harden very quickly and almost independently of the temperature. These two most important advantages clearly set Silikal reactive resin mortar systems apart from other resin mortars (e.g. based on epoxy resins).
SILIKAL® 17 reactive resin mortar is pigmented in "concrete grey" as standard, but can be supplied in other colours if a minimum quantity is exceeded. SILIKAL® R 17 can also be used to produce any layer thickness, in which case coarse to very coarse aggregates (gravel) are also used. Surfaces made of SILIKAL® R 17 reactive resin mortar can also be overcoated to achieve a more attractive appearance. SILIKAL® R 17 is tested and certified for various applications.
As already mentioned, Silikal mortar systems are based on methyl methacrylate, as well as some important reactive components, and essentially sand of a special grain size as an aggregate. This mortar with its extraordinary properties was invented by Silikal more than 30 years ago and is still unique and unsurpassed when it comes to repairing concrete surfaces or components, especially when the requirements are difficult. To this day, no other comparable mortar achieves this extremely fast curing - even at low temperatures - as well as the excellent material properties compared to mineral mortars.
The Silikal R17 mortar system consists of the filler component in a 15 kg bag and the corresponding hardener liquid in a 2 litre can. Both components are mixed to produce a pourable mass that is poured into the area to be repaired. For repairs on vertical or sloping surfaces, there is the mortar system SILIKAL® R 17-thix. Of course (as with all other repair materials), preparation of the substrate is necessary to achieve a perfect quality of the repair. For optimum adhesion, a primer coat of e.g. SILIKAL® R 52 or R 51 is required. For example, one standard set of SILIKAL® R 17 allows the restoration of an area of approx. 1 m² with a thickness of approx. 1 cm. SILIKAL® R 17 reactive resin mortar is also supplied in special grades.
