Non Shrink Grouts – Fundamentals, Specifications and Applications

Introduction to Non-Shrink Cementitious Grouts: Fundamentals, Specifications, and Applications
Presenters: Andrew Sarkady and Milad Aghili
This recorded webinar will provide a comprehensive introduction to non-shrink cementitious grouts, focusing on: the fundamentals, performance requirements, and real-world applications. The webinar will begin with the definition of non-shrink precision grout and explore the mechanisms of cementitious shrinkage. Different testing methods to assess shrinkage will be reviewed alongside key national and international specifications and standards. The presentation will also highlight advanced formulation strategies used to achieve non-shrink performance, including shrinkage-reducing admixtures, expansive agents, fibres, and latex additives. Each material’s role in compensating or controlling shrinkage will be discussed with practical insights into how they enhance durability and structural performance. Finally, application areas of non-shrink grouts will be examined, supported by advanced case studies from Australia, offering participants both theoretical understanding and practical examples of best practice.