Hard-Cem®

Delivering integral abrasion and erosion resistance to increase durability, extend service life, and support sustainable construction across India’s demanding environments.

How It Works

Hard-Cem is a revolutionary integral hardener designed to fortify concrete from within. Engineered with a proprietary metal-mineral technology, it is added directly to the concrete mix—eliminating the need for surface-applied hardeners, specialty floor finishes, or additional treatments on-site.

By reinforcing the cement paste itself, Hard-Cem delivers superior resistance to abrasion and erosion, outperforming traditional dry-shake methods and liquid densifiers, especially in India’s challenging construction environments.

The benefits are clear: up to 2X longer wear life, minimized maintenance and repair costs, and a lower total cost of ownership. With fewer materials used and reduced interventions over time, Hard-Cem also supports India’s growing need for sustainable, low-carbon concrete. 

Dosage

Dose Hard-Cem at 40 kg/m3 (66 lb./yd3) and remove an equal weight of sand to maintain proper mix proportions and water demand. Higher or lower doses may be appropriate for certain applications – consult your authorized Kryton Representative for guidance. 

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Why Hard-Cem?

High Performance

Hard-Cem is engineered for maximum durability, delivering advanced resistance to abrasion and erosion. Ideal for high-traffic, heavy-duty, and industrial applications, it outlasts conventional concrete—keeping your structures tougher for years to come.

Cost Effective

Unlike surface treatments, Hard-Cem is mixed in at the batch plant—streamlining construction, reducing costs, and removing delamination risks for a quicker, longer-lasting concrete solution.

Low Risk

Covered by a 20-year abrasion warranty, Hard-Cem integrates smoothly into any mix without compromising performance. It works with all admixtures and SCMs—ensuring long-term protection with no compromises.

Versatile

Hard-Cem integrates easily with cast-in-place, precast, and shotcrete concrete—providing proven abrasion resistance across horizontal, vertical, and sloped surfaces. Whatever the project or placement, it’s built to perform in demanding conditions.

Safe

Hard-Cem removes the need for handling hazardous materials like silica dust on-site, greatly lowering health and safety concerns. It offers a safer, cleaner alternative for modern construction practices.

Sustainable

Hard-Cem helps lower carbon emissions by reducing cement demand, minimizing repairs, and extending concrete life—resulting in fewer rebuilds, less material waste, and a more sustainable footprint.

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Application Instructions

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Hard-Cem®

Hard-Cem is an admixture for increasing the abrasion and erosion resistance of concrete.

Hard-Cem® Shotcrete

Shotcrete can receive added abrasion and erosion resistance from Hard-Cem without any negative impact on performance.

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Make Abrasion and Erosion Resistant Concrete with Hard-Cem

A Trusted Concrete Solution Since 2003

  • 20 years of proven performance
  • 20-year durability warranty
  • Added to over 100 million ft2 of concrete
  • Published in ACI E701-E4 Chemical Admixtures
  • Published in the revision of ACI 212 3.R
  • Up to 25% fewer CO2 emissions than typical high-strength concrete mixes

Use Cases

Recommended for all precast, cast-in-place, and shotcrete applications in horizontal, vertical, or inclined placements.

  • Distribution Centers
  • Third-Party Logistics Hubs
  • Wastewater Infrastructure
  • Heavy Industry & Mining
  • Farming
  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Ports and Piers
  • Hydroelectric Dams

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