Retarders in the Gypsum Board Production Line

In the gypsum board production line, the use of retarder plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing process. Retarders are chemical additives that are used to control the setting time of gypsum plaster, allowing for better workability and improved final product properties.

One of the key benefits of using a retarder in the gypsum board production line is the ability to extend the setting time of the gypsum plaster. This is particularly important in large-scale manufacturing operations, where it is essential to maintain a consistent and uniform setting time across the entire production line. By using a retarder, manufacturers can effectively control the setting time of the gypsum plaster, allowing for smoother and more efficient production processes.

Furthermore, the use of retarders in gypsum board production line can also enhance the workability of the gypsum plaster, making it easier to handle and manipulate during the production process. This can lead to improved product quality and reduced waste, as well as a more consistent and uniform final product.

In addition to improving workability and setting time, retarders can also contribute to the overall strength and durability of the gypsum board. By controlling the setting time and allowing for more thorough mixing and consolidation of the gypsum plaster, retarders can help to create a more uniform and denser product, with enhanced mechanical properties.

It is important to note that the selection and use of retarders in the gypsum board production line should be carefully considered, taking into account factors such as the specific requirements of the manufacturing process, the desired properties of the final product, and environmental considerations. Additionally, proper dosing and mixing procedures should be followed to ensure the effective and safe use of retarders in the production line.

The gypsum retarder is also one kind of highly efficient retarding agent of gypsum that developed by our company. Its mixing amount is small and the setting retarding effect is good. The setting retarding time of the gypsum can be controlled well by this agent. Using this agent, the strength loss of the hardened gypsum is very small. The fluidity of this powder is very good, and it can be mixed with the gypsum whether it is mixed by the spiral mixing or by the grinding. According to the requirement, the operable time of the plaster gypsum and the glue gypsum can be prolonged for one to several hours by using this product. This will make things convenient for the construction, increase the efficient and reduce the cost of the gypsum board production line. Be used together with our company’s highly efficient water reducer, the setting time and the thickness of the gypsum paste can be controlled as you want. This product provides the convenient condition for developing and using the gypsum resources, promoting the application range of the gypsum.

Specification
-Appearance: Grayish powder
-Water Content (%): 3% max
-PH Value (20) (20% Liquid):10~11
-Suggested Mixing Amount: 0.1~0.5% (Remark: With the mixing amount increased, the setting retarding time will be prolonged. Butas the difference of the gypsum type, the setting retarding effect may different, so before using, you need to do the experiment to
confirm the exact mixing amount)

Application
This product can be used in full gypsum board production line, the plaster gypsum, the glue gypsum, the gypsum putty, the prefabricated gypsum components, the gypsum stuffing materials, the gypsum model broad, the gypsum decoration coating and so on.
Package
Powder: 25kgs/ plastic sealed bag

Storage
This powder is easy to absorb the moisture from the air, so it must be kept in the original sealed bag and stored at the dry place.
Storage Period: One year

Transportation
This product is non-toxin and non-flammable, so the transportation requirement is general.