DCH Inc. is a proud distributor for R-E-D Industrial Products for Metakaolin
R-E-D Metakaolin
Premium Metakaolin Additive
R-E-D Metakaolin is a high-quality SCM that provides increased pozzolanic reactivity.
Why DCH?
R-E-Ds Metakaolin is a highly reactive cementitious material that can be used in many applications. This product is used to improve the performance of concrete and can be used as the primary SCM in the mix or in ternary blends used in concrete. DCH can provide all of your metakaolin needs with our supply of R-E-D metakaolin with shipping services that provide accurate and timely delivery for your project.
Benefits of Metakaolin
R-E-D’s Metakaolin is a very fine refined kaolin powder that meets the specifications for ASTM C-618 and AASHTO M295-11, Class N pozzolan requirements. R-E-D’s proprietary manufacturing process boosts the pozzolanic reactivity of the metakaolin while meeting superior standards of quality and consistency.
How is Metakaolin Sustainable?
R-E-D’s Metakaolin produces sustainable concrete when added to the mix. How does it make it sustainable? Less cement is used in the mixture when a portion of the cement is replaced with metakaolin, which reduces the overall carbon footprint. There is an increase in the strength of finished concrete using metakaolin, providing a more durable and longer-lasting product that will outlast concrete using ordinary portland cement. See below for further information about Metakaolin and its connection to sustainability.
How Does this Apply to Sustainability?
- Higher mechanical strength in finished concrete
- Elevated resistance to harsh environments
- Increased resistance to water
- Greater thermal resistance
- Helping to reduce overall life cycle costs
Applications
- Greater thermal resistance helps in environments with increased levels of temperature change
- Structures in water, near water environments, or near water sources due to increased resistance
- Higher mechanical strength helps to lengthen the life cycle which reduces overall costs
How
- Decreasing the carbon footprint by using less portland cement
- Reduces the number of materials needed to gain strength and increases long-term results
- Sustainable due to creating a smoother finish with less cracking
- Greater overall project efficiency