Task at Hand
Valmont Industries, a global leader in engineering and innovation, specializes in custom-engineered solutions across utility, agriculture, and infrastructure — delivering solutions fabricated from concrete, steel, or hybrid materials.
In pursuit of modernizing vital infrastructure with an emphasis on sustainability and reliability, Valmont sought an advanced concrete solution for spun-cast concrete pole production: a mix providing superior workability and compaction appropriate for spun-cast production while maintaining high standards of durability and aesthetics, at a reduced water-to-cement ratio.
KingKrete Solution
A water-reducing admixture crafted from polycarboxylic polymers and selective additives, significantly enhancing water efficiency for a high-strength, workable mix at reduced water-to-cement ratio — with minimal air entrainment, crucial for the structural integrity of spun-cast poles. It markedly improved workability, compaction, and surface-finish consistency, while improved water impermeability extends pole lifespan.
A liquid admixture that effectively controls the hydration process of cement, keeping mixes workable for long periods — providing finishers the subsequent working time to spread and secure concrete in the steel column forms, minimizing waste and enhancing quality control.
A custom admixture dispensing system installed by KingKrete streamlined integration into the production process — precise, automated dosing ensuring consistent concrete quality, reduced manual error, and optimized material use.