SIROCCO
 Used in production of flowing and self-compacting
SIROCCO HRSP
High Range Super Plasticiser
Description
Sirocco HRSP is a new generation Superplasticiser
admixture based on polycarboxylates. It is supplied as a
green / grey solution which instantly disperses in water.
Sirocco HRSP disperses the fine particles in the concrete
mix, enabling the water content of the concrete to
perform more effectively. The very high levels of water
reduction possible allow major increases in strength to
be obtained.
Uses
 To provide excellent acceleration of strength gain at
early ages and significant increases in strength at all
ages by significantly reducing water demand in a
concrete mix.
 For use with fluid concrete, self-compacting
concrete, reinforced concrete, pre stressed concrete
 Particularly suitable for precast concrete and other
high early strength requirements.
 To significantly improve the workability of site mixed
and precast concrete without increasing water
demand.
 To provide improved durability by increasing
ultimate strengths and reducing concrete
permeability.
Advantages
 Major increases in strength at early ages without
increased cement contents are of particular benefit
in precast concrete, allowing earlier stripping times.
 Makes possible major reductions in water: cement
ratio which allow the production of high strength
concrete without excessive cement contents.
Important
Sirocco products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions
of sale, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Sirocco endeavors to ensure that any advice, recommendation,
specification or information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or
how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the uses of its products, whether or not in
accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it.
concrete permits easier construction with quicker
placing and compaction and reduced labour costs
without increasing water content.
 Increased workability levels are maintained for
longer than with ordinary sulphonated melamine
superplasticising admixtures.
 Improved cohesion and particle dispersion minimises
segregation and bleeding and improves pumpability.
 Chloride free, safe for use in prestressed and
reinforced concrete.
Technical support
Sirocco provides a technical advisory service for on-site
assistance and advice on admixture selection, evaluation
trials and dispensing equipment. Technical data and
guidance can be provided for admixtures and other
products for use with fresh and hardened concrete.
Typical dosage
The optimum dosage of Sirocco HRSP to meet specific
requirements should always be determined by trials
using the materials and conditions that will be
experienced in use. This allows the optimisation of
admixture dosage and mix design and provides a
complete assessment of the concrete mix. Starting points
for such trials, based on the primary use of the product,
are to use a dosage within the normal typical ranges.
For high strength, water reduced concrete the normal
dosage is from 0.30 to 2.80 litres/100 kg of cementitious
material, including PFA, GGBFS and microsilica. For high
workability concrete the normal dosage range is from
0.70 to 1.30 litres/100 kg of cementitious materials.
Where a combination of performance is required, such as
some increase in workability combined with reduced
water content, then the whole range of dosages from
0.30 to 2.80 litres/100kg of cementitious material can be
considered.
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Use at other dosages
Dosages outside the typical ranges quoted above may be
used if necessary and suitable to meet particular mix
requirements, provided that adequate supervision is
available. Compliance with requirements must be
assessed through trial mixes.
procedure recommended on this data sheet to ensure
that effects such as unwanted retardation do not occur.
Sirocco HRSP is suitable for use with all types of ordinary
Portland cements and cement replacement materials
such as PFA, GGBFS and silica fume.
Dispensing

Properties The correct quantity of Sirocco HRSP should be measured

Appearance: Green / Grey liquid by means of a recommended dispenser. Normally, the
0 admixture should then be added to the concrete mixing
Specific gravity: Typically 1.03 – 1.05 at 20 C
water to obtain the best results. Where high workability
Chloride content: Nil to BS 5075 concrete is required from normal workability concrete
pH 6.7 -8.5 delivered to site, Sirocco HRSP may also be added to
Air entrainment: Typically less than 2% additional concrete in the drum of a ready-mix truck. Full blending
air is entrained at normal of the admixture and the concrete should be ensured by
dosages. mixing in the truck drum at high speed for a period of at
least two minutes.
Instructions for use - Mix design

Where the primary intention is to improve strengths, Curing

initial trials should be made with normal concrete mix
designs. The addition of the admixture will allow the
removal of water from the mix whilst maintaining the
workability at the levels obtained before the use of the
admixture. After initial trials, minor modifications to the
overall mix design may be made to optimise
performance.
Where the primary intention is to provide high
workability concrete, the starting mix design should be
one suitable for use as a pump mix. Advice on mix design
for flowing concrete is available from Sirocco.
As with all structural concrete, good curing practice using
Sirocco Cretecure WB should be maintained, particularly
in situations where an overdose has occurred.
Site Trials
Many variables in concreting materials and conditions
can effect the selection and use of an admixture. Trials
should be made using relevant materials and conditions
in order to determine the optimum mix design and
admixture dosage to meet specific requirements.

In correctly designed flowing concrete, the improved Packaging

dispersion of the cement particles and the more efficient
use of mixing water will improve mix cohesion. The slight Sirocco HRSP is available in 25litre, 200 litre drums and
air entrainment obtained with Sirocco HRSP will also help 1000 Flow bins
to minimise bleed and segregation. After initial trials,
minor modifications to the mix design may be made to Storage
optimise performance.
Sirocco HRSP has a minimum shelf life of 12 months
0
Compatibility provided the temperature is kept within the range of 2 C
0
to 50 C. Should the temperature of the product fall
Sirocco HRSP is compatible with other Sirocco outside this range then Sirocco Technical Service
admixtures used in the same concrete mix. All Department should be contacted for advice.
admixtures should be added to the concrete separately
and must not be mixed together prior to addiction. The 0
Freezing point: Approximately -2 C.
resultant properties of concrete containing more than
one admixture should be assessed by the trial mix

Important
Sirocco products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions
of sale, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Sirocco endeavors to ensure that any advice, recommendation,
specification or information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or
how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the uses of its products, whether or not in
accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it.
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Precautions - Health and safety

Sirocco HRSP does not fall into the hazard classifications

of current regulations. However, it should not be
swallowed or allowed to come into contact with skin and
eyes.

Suitable protective gloves and goggles should be worn.

Splashes on the skin should be removed with water. In

case of contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty
of water and seek medical advice. If swallowed seek
medical attention immediately - do not induce vomiting.

Fire

Sirocco HRSP is water based and non-flammable.

Cleaning and disposal

Spillages of Sirocco HRSP should be absorbed onto sand,

earth or vermiculite and transferred to suitable
containers. Remnants should be hosed down with large
quantities of water.

The disposal of excess or waste material should be

carried out in accordance with local legislation under the
guidance of the local waste regulatory authority.

Technical Data sheet update – July 2014

Important
Sirocco products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions
of sale, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Sirocco endeavors to ensure that any advice, recommendation,
specification or information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or
how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the uses of its products, whether or not in
accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it.