Epoxy grout has become a popular substitute for cementitious grouts in a range of applications. Examples of typical uses include:
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Industrial-grade epoxy grout is a compound consisting of an epoxy resin combined with an engineered aggregate. The resulting material exhibits excellent resistance to damage and degradation resulting from chemical corrosion, heat, moisture, vibration, repeated dynamic loading, and other operational and environmental stresses. These qualities make it highly suitable for application beneath the base plates of process machinery and other heavy equipment used for industrial purposes as its durability and longevity help ensure the units remain securely mounted to the sole plates affixed to the concrete foundation.
There are numerous types of epoxy grout available. Many of them have bond strength, chemical resistance, and alignment performance that surpass cementitious grout in most applications.
| Product | Components | Viscosity @25°C cps | Pot life @ 22°C, min. | Compressive Strength, psi | Service Temperature -°F(°C) | Depth of Pour (in.) | Water Absorption 30 days @ 22°C, % | SDS Sheet | Tech Specs |
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| K-005 Quick Fill | Two | 8,000 | 20 | 16,500 | 200° (93°) | 1 | 0.4 |  English
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| K-020 Non-Corrosive Quick Fill | Two | 10,000 | 20 | 15,000 | 175° (79°) | 1 | 0.5 | English
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| K-028 Deep Pour | Three | 37,000 | 45 | 15,900 | 250° (121°) | 8 | 0.15 | English
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| K-840 Non-Corrosive Deep Pour | Three | 37,000 | 45 | 15,200 | 250° (121°) | 8 | 0.17 | English
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| K-829 Rapid Strength Grout | Three | 28,000 | 60 | 17,300 | 300° (149°) | 2 | 0.22 | English
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| K-944 Marine Chocking Grout | Two | 11,000 | 20 | 20000 | 300(149) | 2 | 0.13 | English
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| K-009 High Performance Grout | Two | 13,000 | 30 | 19,000 | 325(163) | 0.5 | 0.23 | English
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| K-052 XTra Temp | Two | 7,000 | 60 | 17,200 | 425° (218°) | 1/2 | 0.5 | English
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| K-021 Crane Rail | Two | 25,000 | 45 | 17,800 | 250° (121°) | 2 | 0.14 | English
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| K-011 Acid Resistant | Three | 20,000 | 20 | 17,500 | 325° (163°) | 2 | 0.24 | English
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| K-027 Water Impervious | Two | 7,500 | 25 | 18,000 | 225° (107°) | 1 | 0.3 | English
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| K-837 Non-Corrosive Pumpable Grout | Two | 8,000 | 20 | 16,000 | 225° (107°) | 1 | 0.3 | English
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| K-026 Low Temp | Two | 4,000 | 7 | 18,700 | 200° (93°) | 2 | 0.5 | English
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The application of industrial-grade epoxy grout underneath the base plates of heavy machinery can provide full contact load transfer to the concrete foundation, which helps isolate vibrations and ensure secure installation. However, the compound must be applied properly to achieve these benefits. The typical epoxy grout application process is as follows:
Higher Strength: While cement grout is generally less expensive than epoxy grout, it is best suited for smooth running equipment that exhibits minimal or static load impact. In contrast, epoxy grout can be specifically developed for a range of demanding environments, including those with excessive temperatures, vibrations, weather factors, and chemical interactions.
Faster Strength Development: Industrial epoxy grouts cure and develop compressive strength much quicker than cement grouts. They cure within hours and feature the same characteristics as month-old, fully cured cement grout. As a result, grouting-to-equipment startup can be performed within a single day, which practically eliminates machinery downtime.
Easier Anchor Setting Requirements: The excellent compressive and tensile strength, fast cure times, and high bond strength of epoxy grouts are ideal for anchoring. Additionally, epoxy grouts minimize the risk of voids and entrapments that can form near the bolts during the setting of heavy equipment or process machinery. In combination with anchor bolts, they help keep large generators, wind turbines, metalworking mills, and other industrial equipment securely in place.
Epoxy grout has become a popular substitute for cementitious grouts in a range of applications. Examples of typical uses include:
Epoxy grouts have numerous advantages over cementitious grout, such as higher strength, faster strength development, and easier anchoring requirements, that make them the perfect compound for machine installation and stabilization applications. If you’re looking for a supplier for your next project, turn to the experts at Copps Industries.
At Copps Industries, we are a leading provider of high-strength epoxy grout solutions. We have a complete line of 100% solids, epoxy machinery grout products that are designed to suit a broad range of environments and service conditions.
In addition to our standard epoxy grout products, we offer capabilities for formulation adjustment and custom formulation to suit highly specific or unique application criteria. Equipped with extensive experience, an in-house research and development, test, and analytical laboratory, and an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system, you can count on us to deliver a quality standard, modified, or custom epoxy solution that meets your needs.
Epoxy grouts are able to meet the stringent structural demands of onshore and offshore oil & gas equipment by providing superior bond strength, alignment performance, and chemical resistance relative to traditional cementitious grouts. Our eBook, A Complete Guide to Oil and Gas Epoxy Grouting Solutions, provides a comprehensive overview of epoxy grouts for oil & gas applications.