The disclosed process to obtain a modifier for
cement systems comprises a synthesis of the modifier by a process of
polymerization in a soft alkaline
catalysis. This contributes to the formation of a product with a low molecular
mass and
viscosity. The concentration of the homogeneous
aqueous solution is from 40-58% and the specific production of the process is Q=0.25 to 3.00 kg per hour in comparison with the specific production of the known prototype which is Q=0.03 to 0.04 kg per hour. One of the most important characteristics of the new process used to obtain the disclosed modifier is the fact that synthesis is achieved without external heat sources. Also, synthesis is achieved either by a periodic process or a continuous process. Another important characteristic of this process is the possibility to optimally combine a synergist in the form of a
copolymer of
formaldehyde with polycondensed desulfitade and the product of the aldonic condensation of the homopolymer in the presence of an alkaline
starter. As a result, the required distribution of the molecular
mass (DMM) is obtained and the temperature of the reactive
mass is regulated during the final phase of the synthesis. The reactive mass temperature in the final phase is from 50-70° C.; the pH of the final product is auto-regulated without using special neutralizers, showing a value of 7.1-8.8 at a temperature of 20 + / - 2° C., and the average of the molecular mass will not exceed 340 Dalton. The unique properties of the final product insures the efficiency of the
cement system modifiers with relatively low molecular mass. Synthesis occurs in a short period of time due to the combination of the high reactive capacity of the
monomer, the
high velocity of the elemental reactions and the growth of the polymeric chain. The absence of secondary products during the
polymerization process results in a specific production of Q=0.25-3.0 kg per hour, which is one or two orders higher when compared with known technologies. In
spite of the relatively low molecular mass, the disclosed modifier is distinguished by a high plasticizing effect and a reduction in
water consumption in
cement systems. The modifier is recommended for use in the clinker mill in order to substantially increase all the technical properties of cement and / or to increase the production of the mill of up to 45%, retaining the normal properties of the cement. The modifier can also be utilized for the production of relatively dry and self-leveling
mortar and concrete mixes. In addition, the modifier can be used as a
superplasticizer in cement systems. In addition, the modifier is a compactor of the
microstructure, simultaneously increasing the strength of cement systems at all hardening ages and maintaining the value of the W / C ratio. If self-leveling mixes are used, the increase in strength of the components utilizing cement modified with the disclosed modifier can be increased up to 80%. From the above-mentioned properties, the conclusion is evident that the disclosed modifier represents a new technical solution related to the technology of its production and related to improved properties in cement systems.