ANTI FOAM
“It is better to avoid foam creation than to rely on post treatment. For example: Edit the slurry system end to end and eliminate all unnecessary sources of surface agitation which tend to give rise to foam. Where possible, extend slurry dis-chages under surface. Check and externally seal any pipe joints which might be pulling in air. Identify, and if possible prevent, any unnecessary admixture of waste or other chemicals into the slurry. Com-plex and random mixtures of substances encourage surface tension and foaming.”
Anti Foaming Agent For Slurry Control
What Is It
Anti Foam is a silicon-based defoaming agent for slurry control.
What Does It do
Specifically formulated to disrupt and control unwanted foam development in water-based geotechnical slurry systems.
What Are The Benefits
- Effective at low concentrations
- Not classified as hazardous
- Very easy to use
- Maintains oum Efficiency
Commonly Used By
Tunnelling
Drilling
Features and Benefits
Silicon-based defoaming agent
Add up to 0.1 % to the slurry to reduce foaming.
For best effect, spray a weak solution on to the foam.
Do not over-treat , this may worsen the problem.
NB Defoamers in slurry are short-term remedies. Always look for the underlying cause of foaming, e.g. air getting into the slurry; choice of slurry additives.
Download the Product Data Sheet here
ANTIFOAM is specifically formulated to disrupt and control unwanted foam development in water-based geotechnical slurry systems.
Specific benefits
- Effective at low concentrations.
- Not classified as hazardous.
- Easy to use.
- To be diluted 9:1 with water before application for maximum economy.
How To Use
For maximum efficiency and economy we recommend the antifoam be diluted with water before use, in the ratio of one part of ANTIFOAM to nine parts water. The quantity of antifoam required can only be found by experiment. In general between 0.1 and 0.5 litres of original concentrate will be required per cubic metre of slurry, depending on foam persistence. Use sparingly. Apply to foam mass as required, using a horticultural spray pack or similar.
Add up to 0.1 % to the slurry to reduce foaming. Do not over-treat , this may worsen the problem.
NB Defoamers in slurry are short-term remedies. Always look for the underlying cause of foaming, e.g. air getting into the slurry; choice of slurry additives.
Safety
Non hazardous
Format
Liquid: 25, 60, 200, and 1000 kg containers. (Other formats on request)
