Advanced Functional Additives

Additifs spécialisés Novastar

Novastar™ Specialty Additives are high-performance functional additives designed to optimize workability, durability, and long-term performance of dry-mix mortars, concrete systems, and industrial formulations. Each product is engineered for reliable quality, formulation compatibility, and consistent on-site performance.

Poudre Hydrophobe en Silicone
Water Repellency
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Poudre Hydrophobe en Silicone

SHP

Silicone Hydrophobic Powder is a free-flowing, highly effective water-repellent additive based on silane/siloxane technology. It significantly reduces water absorption while maintaining vapor permeability, improving durability and weather resistance in cement-based and gypsum-based materials.

Avantages Clés

Excellent Water Repellency
Reduced Water Absorption
Maintained Vapor Permeability
Improved Weather Resistance

Applications typiques

Dry-mix mortars Exterior wall systems Tile adhesives & grouts Renders and plasters
Défroisseur en poudre
Efficient Air Control
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Défroisseur en poudre

Détartrant

Powder Defoamer is designed to effectively eliminate and control unwanted air bubbles during mixing and application. It improves density, surface quality, and mechanical strength of mortars and cementitious systems without negatively affecting workability.

Avantages Clés

Rapid Defoaming Performance
Reduced Air Entrainment
Improved Surface Appearance
Enhanced Mechanical Strength

Applications typiques

Tile adhesives Self-leveling compounds Cement-based mortars Gypsum formulations
Retardateur de gypse
Setting Time Control
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Retardateur de gypse

Retardateur

Gypsum Retarder provides precise and stable control of setting time in gypsum-based products. It ensures consistent workability, extended open time, and reliable setting behavior under varying temperature and humidity conditions.

Avantages Clés

Controlled Setting Time
Stable Retarding Effect
Improved Workability Window
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Applications typiques

Gypsum plaster Gypsum mortar Gypsum-based putty Decorative gypsum products
Éther d'amidon hydroxypropyl
Workability Enhancement
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Éther d'amidon hydroxypropyl

HPS

HPS is a modified natural polymer that enhances workability, water retention, and rheological performance of cement-based and gypsum-based systems. It works synergistically with cellulose ethers to improve application smoothness and resistance to sagging.

Avantages Clés

Improved Workability
Enhanced Water Retention
Anti-Sag Performance
Synergistic with Cellulose Ether

Applications typiques

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Applications typiques

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