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New technology for concrete with low viscosity introduced

The new MasterEase product range is now also on the market in Austria, Germany and Switzerland. It ensures excellent rheological properties for high-performance concrete and guarantees both a low viscosity and high stability of the concrete mix. In addition, it simplifies the pumping and placement of the concrete.

Dr. Jan Klügge, Head of Marketing Ready Mix Europe, explained the benefits of MasterEase to more than 100 invited guests at the legendary Panzerhalle Salzburg: “The ability to reduce the addition of water even further without compromising the concrete rheology means that there is new...

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