Bio-San® C500 Antimicrobial Concrete Additive
Xypex Bio-San C500 is a uniquely designed admixture for integral, long-term protection of concrete in harsh sewage conditions with high levels of H2S that cause microbial induced corrosion. Bio-San C500 combines potent antimicrobial protection along with the unique crystalline technology of the Xypex Admix C-Series.
Bio-San contains bio-active mineral solids that become permanently fixed within the cement matrix impairing bio-film formation thus inhibiting the growth of acid causing sewer bacteria such as Thiobacillus due to high concentrations of H2S. The unique Xypex crystalline technology creates a permanent structure throughout the pores and capillary tracts providing waterproofing and enhanced chemical protection including acid and sulphate resistance. Bio-San C500 prevents microbial induced corrosion, stops infiltration/exfiltration of water, and provides acid and sulphate resistance, significantly extending the service life of concrete sewage collection systems and waste water infrastructure.
Recommended for: - Manholes / Sewer Pipes
- Pump and Lift Stations
- Head Works
- Septic Tanks
- Digesters
- Clarifiers
- Industrial Structures
Advantages - Inhibits microbial induced corrosion
- Resists extreme hydrostatic pressure
- Resistant to aggressive chemicals (acids and sulphates)
- Can seal static hairline cracks up to 0.4 mm
- Becomes a permanent, integral part of the substrate and cannot be punctured, damaged or lose adhesion
- Does not contain any VOCs
- Less costly to apply than most other methods
- Added to the concrete at the time of batching and therefore not subject to weather and surface moisture constraints
• Long retention sewer lines
• Manholes
• Headworks and lift stations
• Drop structures
• Force main outflows
• Enclosed sewage plant structuresFor maximum protection of concrete in severe sewage conditions.
Xypex Bio-San C500 is a unique way of protecting concrete in harsh sewage conditions with high levels of hydrogen sulphide that cause microbial induced corrosion. No other admixture combines potent antimicrobial properties with Xypex crystalline waterproofing technology to offer complete protection of concrete sewer and wastewater structures.
Xypex Bio-San C500 contains mineral solids that remain permanently fixed within the concrete throughout the life of the sewage structure. These kill acid-generating microbes such as Thiobacillus that proliferate in high H2S conditions thus preventing microbial induced corrosion (MIC). Combined with Xypex’s proven crystalline technology, Bio-San C500 will protect concrete from infiltration and exfiltration as well as resisting acid and sulphate attack. After placement and curing, the crack-healing properties of Xypex will continue to function throughout the service life of the concrete.
As with all Xypex Admix products, Bio-San C500 is added at the time of concrete batching, avoiding the potential quality issues of liners or coatings and eliminating schedule delays for surface preparation. As a one-component product, Bio-San C500 simplifies the production process for pre-cast structures.
Xypex Bio-San C500 is recommended for use in sewage systems especially in areas where H2S gas is likely to accumulate. This includes sewer lines with long retention times (flat, long, low flow) and sealed or unvented manholes. It will also include areas of high turbulence such as lift stations, drop structures, force main outflows and head works as well as various areas within wastewater treatment plants.
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