Quazite Polymer Concrete

Polymer concrete is made from selectively-graded aggregates in combination with a polymer resin system. When combined through a process of mixing, molding and curing, an extremely powerful cross-linked bond is formed. Precast polymer concrete is reinforced with fiberglass for exceptional strength and rigidity.

Features

• Lightweight — 1/10 to 1/3 the weight of concrete
• High Strength — compressive, flexural and tensile strengths three to five times higher than traditional concrete
• Reduced Installation Costs — easy to handle, no special equipment required
• Stable Under Freeze/Thaw Conditions
• Impact Resistant — tested per ASTM D-2444
• Low Water Absorption — less than 1% per ASTM D-570
• Corrosion Resistant — resistant to alkalines, acids, weathering and other forms of deterioration
• Cost Effective — outperforms conventional materials for longer service and lower life cycle costs
• Nonflammable — will not support combustion
• Nonconductive — no grounding required for the box or cover
Design Possibilities

Precast polymer concrete offers a variety of design possibilities.
• Development of New Parts — Years of experience enable Quazite's engineers to produce custom designed parts to
your specifications.
• Size — Monolithic boxes are being made up to 4' x 8' x 4'.
Pads for cabinets or equipment enclosures are currently
being made as small as 25" x 38" and as large as 93" x 93" and even larger when bolted together. If other sizes are required, contact us.
• Composite Design — An experienced staff is available to
assist in the development of specifications and design of
products.
• Custom Accessories — Many options are available for
Quazite products, including racking and struts,
knockouts, holes, logos, terminators, gaskets, pulling eyes,
and numerous other options. Please see pages 51 - 56 for
a complete listing of options.

Mechanical Properties

Modulus of elasticity 1 to 2.4 x 106 psi
Compressive strength 9,000-15,000 psi
Flexural strength 3,000-6,000 psi
Impact energy 30-72 ft.-lbs.
Tensile strength 800-1,100 psi

Physical Properties
Freeze/thaw resistance (2,500 cycles) No significant change
Density 85-150 lbs./cu. ft.
Barcol hardness 45
Coefficient of friction (covers) Greater than 0.5
Water absorption Less than 1%
Typical Properties of Polymer Concrete

Chemical Concentration
Sodium Chloride 5%
Sulfuric Acid 0.1N
Hydrochloric Acid 0.2N
Sodium Hydroxide 0.1N
Properties will vary depending upon the particular
formulation. Customized properties can be achieved by
using nonstandard resins, by changing or adding
reinforcements, and by tailoring the overall composite
design.