Advanced Functional Additives

Novastar Speciale Additieven

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.

Silicone Hydrofobe Poeder
Waterafstoting
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Silicone Hydrofobe Poeder

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.

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

Typical Applications

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

Ontschuimer

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.

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

Typical Applications

Tile adhesives Self-leveling compounds Cement-based mortars Gypsum formulations
Gipsvertraagmiddel
Setting Time Control
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Gipsvertraagmiddel

Vertraagmiddel

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.

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Controlled Setting Time
Stable Retarding Effect
Improved Workability Window
Consistente prestaties

Typical Applications

Gypsum plaster Gypsum mortar Gypsum-based putty Decorative gypsum products
Hydroxypropylzetmeel Ether
Workability Enhancement
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Hydroxypropylzetmeel Ether

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.

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Verbeterde Verwerkbaarheid
Enhanced Water Retention
Anti-Sag Performance
Synergistic with Cellulose Ether

Typical Applications

Tile adhesives Wall putty Plaster and render systems Self-leveling mortars
Polyvinylalcohol
Binder & Film Formation
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Polyvinylalcohol

PVA

Polyvinyl Alcohol is a versatile polymer binder offering excellent film-forming ability, adhesion, and flexibility. It contributes to improved cohesion, bonding strength, and durability in construction materials and various industrial formulations.

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Uitstekende filmvorming
Sterke hechting
Improved Cohesion
Good Compatibility

Typical Applications

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