When a machine or structural element has to transfer heavy loads into a foundation, the material in the gap between them is critical. Non-shrinkage grout is engineered for exactly this job — and it solves a problem that ordinary mortar cannot.
What Is Non-Shrinkage Grout?
Non-shrinkage grout is a high-strength, free-flowing cementitious material designed to fill gaps without shrinking as it sets. Ordinary mortar shrinks slightly while curing, leaving voids and reducing contact. Non-shrink grout maintains its volume, so it stays in full, even contact with the surfaces around it.
Why Shrinkage Causes Failures
If grout shrinks beneath a machine base plate, only part of the plate ends up bearing on the foundation. That concentrates load, causes vibration, loosens anchor bolts and can lead to cracking or equipment failure. Full, gap-free contact is essential for reliable load transfer.
Key Benefits of Non-Shrinkage Grout
- Full contact bedding — no voids beneath base plates
- High early and ultimate strength — supports heavy loads quickly
- Free-flowing — fills tight, complex gaps completely
- Vibration resistant — keeps machinery stable in service
- Durable — long-term performance under dynamic loads
Where Non-Shrinkage Grout Is Used
It is used for machine base plates, anchor bolt pockets, column base plates, crane rails, bearing pads and structural repair work. Any application where a precise, fully supported connection is required is a candidate.
Getting It Right On Site
Results depend on correct mixing, the right flow consistency and proper placement technique so air is not trapped. The gap must be clean and, where needed, pre-saturated before the grout is poured.
The Floor Finex Standard
Our team grouts machine bases and structural connections with the correct products and disciplined placement, so loads transfer cleanly and equipment runs stable.
Get a Grouting Quote
Floor Finex provides non-shrinkage grouting and construction chemical solutions across Bangladesh. Contact us to discuss your project.
