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Dispersants for Refractory Castables and Refractory Cement
Executive Summary Dispersants reduce particle flocculation and water demand in refractory mixes, improving flow, density, and cured strength. Water reduction: Lowering the mix water content directly increases the density of the finished material. This also reduces porosity and improves mechanical strength. Improved workability: Proper dispersion makes mixes easier to place, pump, and vibrate. Installation becomes faster and more predictable. Stronger performance: Denser, l


Finding an In-Stock Fly Ash Supplier
Choose R-E-D as Your In-Stock Fly Ash Supplier Fly ash has become increasingly difficult to source as twenty-three coal-fired plants have gone offline in 2025 alone. This has hurt concrete producers, contractors, and ready-mix concrete operations nationwide as they work to keep infrastructure projects on time and on budget. These supply chain disruptions require a new approach to sourcing this essential raw material. R-E-D Industrial Products is a fly ash supplier that


A Comprehensive Guide to Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs)
Supplementary Cementitious Materials, otherwise known as SCMs for concrete, are unique additives used in tandem with or to replace a...


Why Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) Outperforms Traditional Concrete
The limited service life and frequent repair needs of conventional concrete structures often lead to increased life-cycle costs and...


Choose R-E-D as Your Ground Glass Pozzolan Supplier
When evaluating the benefits of working with a new ground glass pozzolan supplier like R-E-D Industrial Products, there are several...


Dynapoz Metakaolin for Sale – Class N Pozzolan for Strengthening Concrete
When looking for quality metakaolin for sale to strengthen concrete at an industrial or commercial scale, few suppliers can match the...


What is an EPD for Concrete?
Environmental Product Declarations, Global Warming Potentials, Sustainability, & Green Building Certifications An Environmental Product...


A Guide to Densified Silica Fume: Technical Data, Transport, Storing & Transferring
Densified silica fume is defined as a silicon dioxide powder that’s utilized in countless applications to improve the strength,...
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