Ecocortec d.o.o

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Documents

  • MCI brochure
    TECHNOLOGY THAT EXTENDS THE SERVICE LIFE OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES Concrete is one of earth’s most widely used materials and will continue to be so as the population grows. Aside from its structural capacity, concrete’s durability is a key property that makes it preferred for construction. However, concrete durability is affected by environmental conditions, including physical and/or chemical attack. A dominant form of concrete failure seen in most parts of the world is due to steel reinforcement corrosion. How Does MCI® Technology Work? MCIs are based on amine technology. They are classified as mixed inhibitors, meaning they affect both anodic and cathodic portions of a corrosion cell. MCI® is applied in many forms including concrete admixtures and topical treatments. It moves as a liquid through the concrete matrix via capillary action and migrates in a vapor phase throughout the concrete pore structure. When MCI® comes in contact with embedded metals, it has an ionic attraction to it and forms a protective molecular layer. This film prevents corrosive elements from further reacting with the reinforcement and reduces existing corrosion rates, greatly extending concrete service life.

Products

MCI 2020
MCI 2020
MCI®-2020 is a surface-applied, Migrating Corrosion Inhibitor™ designed to penetrate through cementitious materials including concrete, mortar, and limestone. MCI®-2020 migrates in both liquid and vapor (gas) phases through the pore structure, forming a protective molecular layer on embedded reinforcement. MCI®-2020 provides corrosion protection against carbonation, chlorides, and other contaminants. MCI®- 2020 V/O is a high viscosity version of MCI®-2020 that is specifically designed for vertical and overhead applications.
MCI 2005
MCI 2005
MCI®-2005 is a water-based, organic, corrosion inhibiting admixture for the protection of metallic reinforcement in concrete structures. When incorporated into concrete, MCI®-2005 migrates towards reinforcement. Once there, it forms a monomolecular layer that inhibits the corrosion reaction on both anodic and cathodic components of the corrosion cell. This effect can be quantified by the increased critical chloride threshold and subsequent reduction in corrosion rate. MCI®-2005 has been awarded USA BioPreferredSM designation (www.biopreferred.gov).

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CORTEC Next Generation Migrating Corrosion Inhibitor MCI
Cortec's foundation has been built around a commitment to our environment and sustainability. We continually strive to improve the performance of our products and our processes while reducing their environmental impact. In particular, our MCI® motto “From Grey to Green™” addresses the issue of sustainable construction that has become such an important goal for building owners across the globe. The durability and service life of the structure are undoubtedly key parameters influencing this structural sustainability. By using MCI® in severely corrosive environments, structures will have a stronger resistance to rebar rust and therefore possess greater durability. Increased durability will mean fewer repairs, greater structural integrity, and a longer service life, all leading to greater sustainability.