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PROJECT: INDUSTRIAL SUPPORT FACILITIES

Jizan Economic City, Jizan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

MS FOR REPAIR OF LARGE HONEYCOMBED AREAS

Level: General
Area: General
Grid Reference: General

AYC
MOISES TABURA JIHAD SAKR EDWARDO ESPINOSA ELSAID GALAL HASSAN
QC SUPERVISOR QC MANAGER SAFETY MANAGER DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER
SAUDI
COMMENTS APPROVAL SIGNATURE
ARAMCO
SAFETY

PID

PMT
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REPAIR OF HONEYCOMBS ON STRUCTURAL CONCRETE

PURPOSE:
This Method Statement defines the procedures and practices that will be used for REPAIRS
OF LARGE HONEYCOMBED AREAS on STRUCTURAL CONCRETE such as COLUMNS, WALLS,
SLABS and other similar structures.

LIMITATIONS:
This statement should be applicable for the duration of the ISFB EPC-06 project as per the
current base-line schedule or any approved revisions to the schedule.

PROPOSED MATERIAL:

SIKA GROUT 114 - For repairs with 75mm maximum thickness

SIKACRETE 114 - For large concrete defects requiring formwork,
SIKACETE 114 shall be used as per product description and uses

REFERENCES:
a) SIKA GROUT 114 Data Sheet
b) SIKACRETE 114 Data Sheet
c) SAER 5803 (Concrete Repair Manual)
d) SAES-Q-001 Criteria for Design and Construction of Concrete Structure
e) ACI 546R Section 5.6.2

DEFINITIONS:
Honeycombs: are hollow spaces and cavities left in concrete mass on surface or inside the
concrete mass where concrete could not reach.

POSSIBLE CAUSES:
Honeycomb forms when mortar fails to fill voids between coarse-aggregate particles. The
defect may be purely cosmetic or, depending on the location and extent of honeycombing,
may be structural and require repair. Voids form when concrete fails to fill areas in a form,
typically those under large block-outs, in very deep placements, or that are heavily
reinforced. Voids are almost always structural defects requiring repair. Causes of
honeycomb and voids include stiff or unworkable concrete, segregation, congested rebar,
insufficient consolidation, and improper placing practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
a) Construction Team - MS Preparation and Implementation
b) Review - QC Department and HSE

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT:
Conventional tools as recommended by SIKA GROUT 114 / SIKACRETE 114 or other
equipment found necessary to complete the work procedure.
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REPAIR OF HONEYCOMBS ON STRUCTURAL CONCRETE

PRPEPARATIONS:
a) Isolate the affected area by removing layers of honeycombing until suitable concrete
is exposed
b) Concrete surface should be clean, sound and free from oil, grease, cement laitance
and all loosely adhering particles
c) Metal surfaces (iron and steel) should be free from scale, rust, oil and grease
d) Wet the cleaned area prior to applying non-shrink grout. Absorbent surfaces should
be saturated
e) Formwork shall be required in applying the repair material.
f) AYC shall notify Saudi Aramco for major concrete defects found after concreting. RFI
shall be raised for surface preparation prior to repair as this is considered as HOLD
POINT inspection.

APPLICATION:
1. Material mixing, application and curing shall be done in accordance with the SIKA
GROUT 114 and SIKACRETE 114 product instructions.
2. In-place testing as per ACI 546R Section 5.6.2 shall be conducted to determine that
the identified condition is no longer present after repair using Ultrasonic Pulse
Velocity Test.
3. Cube samples shall be provided for Compressive Strength Testing

MATERIAL HANDLING/STORING:
Handling and storing shall be as per recommendation by the SIKA GROUT 114 and
SIKACRETE 114 product instructions.

HEALTH, SAFETY and ENVIRONMENT:

a) Health, Safety and Environment issues shall be guided by AYC safety procedures
ARAMCO Standard.
b) Work area to be kept clean, safe and easily accessible
c) Appropriate PPE shall be worn at all times
d) Safety talk shall be conducted to remind the workers about the risk involved before
commencing the activity

ATTACHEMENTS:
a) SIKA GROUT 114 Product Approval
b) SIKACRETE 114 Product Approval
c) Photos
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Edition 12/12/2004
Identification no. CM-06

Sikacrete-114
Free Flowing Micro-concrete for Grouting and Repair

Product Sikacrete-114 is a one component, free-flowing, high strength, cement based

Description micro-concrete with a maximum aggregate size of 10mm. Suitable for use in
Construction

tropical and hot climatic conditions.

Uses Sikacrete-114 is used for the structural repair of deteriorated concrete. It is
ideal for casting sections or members where the volumes required are too large
for conventional grouts, and too small and inaccessible for normal concreting
applications. A typical application is the re-profiling of damaged concrete
members, using formwork. Also suitable for base plate grouting where thickness
exceeds 75 mm.
Advantages One component, requires the addition of water only
Reduced waste and risk of mixing failures
Easy to mix, apply and finish
Economical
Excellent adhesion
Shrinkage compensated
Rapid strength development
Compatible with the properties of typical concrete
Vapour permeable
High resistance to freeze/thaw cycling
Test Report Al-Futtaim Tarmac, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Product Data
Type Mixture of Portland Cement and graded aggregates
Form Grey Powder
Packaging 40 kg bag
Storage Condition Store in a dry area in original packaging between 5C and 35C. Protect from
direct sunlight
Shelf life 12 months minimum from production date if stored properly in original unopened
packaging

Technical Data
Mixing ratio 4.0 - 4.2 liters of water per 40 kg bag or 10.0 - 10.5% water by weight of powder.
Pot Life Approximately 90-180 minutes after mixing, depending on temperature.
Density Approximately 2400 kg/m3 (fresh mortar)

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Mechanical Strengths, 1 day 7days 28 days 180 days
N/mm2 @ 250C Compressive Strength (10.5% water) 35-45 45-50 65-70 ~80
Flexural strength (BS4551) 8 -10
Bond Strength (Pull off) ~3
Thickness Minimum 50 mm per pour (100 mm for base plate grouting)
Maximum 500 mm per pour
Length Change 28days = 0.06059 % (ASTM C157:99)
Yield > 19 liters per 40 kg bag
Modulus of Elasticity Approximately 33000 N/mm
Initial Surface Absorption 10 min = 0.01 ml /(m2.sec) BS1881 Part 208
30 min < 0.01ml/ (m2.sec)
Chloride Diffusion Absorbed chloride ion = 0.006% at 13 - 25mm depth (AASHTO T259:80 and
ASSHTO T260:95)
Resistivity Approximately 8-10 k cm

Coefficient of Thermal 11x10-6 m/m per C

Expansion

Application Details
Substrate preparation Concrete surfaces should be clean, sound and free from oil, grease, cement
laitance and all loosely adhering particles. Absorbent surfaces should be
saturated thoroughly. Metal surfaces (iron and steel) should be free from scale,
rust, oil and grease.
Bonding Agent and Steel Embedded reinforcing steel should be free from scale, rust, oil and grease,
Protection and treated with a suitable protective coating such as SikaTop Armatec 110
EpoCem. The application of a suitable bonding agent, such as Sikadur-32 or
SikaTop Armatec 110 EpoCem, will improve adhesion on large areas or where
particularly dense concrete substrates are involved.
Mixing Always empty the full contents of the bag into a suitable mixer. Mix dry for 3
minutes before adding the water.
Add 4.0 - 4.2 liters of water per 40 kg bag. Mixing can only be achieved using
either a slow speed drill (400-600 rpm) fitted with a clean, rust free, mixing
paddle, or a forced action mixer.
DO NOT MIX BY HAND OR USE PART BAG!
For best results, first add 3.0 - 3.3 ltr. of water and mix for at least 3 minutes or
until the larger aggregate has thoroughly dispersed and a uniform, free-flowing
consistency is obtained.
Then add remaining water and mix for additional 2 minutes.
Application Dampen the surface thoroughly with clean water prior to the application. Before
pouring, however, let the mixed grout stand for 2 - 3 minutes after mixing with
water to allow entrapped air to escape.
Maintain sufficient hydrostatic head to keep the product flowing. Provide channels
for the air to escape during grouting. Protect from rain until initial set has been
achieved.

Curing Treat exposed surfaces with Antisol-E Curing Compound or use other approved
curing methods such as polyethylene sheeting or wet hessian. (Do not commence
fogging until final set has been reached).
Cleaning Clean equipment and mixer after application with water. Hardened material can
only be removed mechanically.
Remarks Ensure formwork is secure and watertight to prevent movement and leaking
during placing and curing. At high temperatures use chilled water for mixing to
keep grout temperature below 30C. In hot weather, base plates and foundations
must be shaded from direct sunlight. Condition bags prior to use.
For additional information on Sikacrete-114 or other grouting materials contact
our Technical Services Department.

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 Notes All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests.
Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control.

Safety For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of
chemical products, users should refer to the most recent Material Safety Data
Sheet containing physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-related
data.

Legal Notes
The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application
and end-use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sikas current
knowledge and experience of the products when properly stored, handled and
applied under normal conditions in accordance with Sikas recommendations. In
practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are
such that no warranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular
purpose, nor any liability arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be
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inferred either from this information, or from any written recommendations, or

from any other advice offered. The user of the product must test the products
suitability for the intended application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to
change the properties of its products. The proprietary rights of third parties must
be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of sale and
delivery. Users must always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product
Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will be supplied on
request.

Sika Gulf B.S.C (c)

Bldg. 925, Road 115, Sitra Area 601
P.O. Box 15776
Adliya, Kingdom of Bahrain
TEl.:+973 17738 188
Fax:+973 17732 476
E-mail:sika.gulf@bh.sika.com
Web: http//www.sika.com.bh

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