Frequently Asked Questions

• What is SuperLube 100 Liquid?

  It is a specially formulated liquid emulsion of pump primers, pumping aids and water thickeners.

• How does SuperLube 100 Liquid work?

  It contains water thickeners and lubricating agents. As it goes through the pipes and hoses it leaves a coat of water and lubricating agents and effectively wets all surfaces. As concrete comes behind the SuperLube 100 it does not lose water and the lubrication allows it to slip through the pipe.

• What is the difference between SuperLube 100 and powdered primers?

  Both products have water thickeners and lubricating agents for priming the concrete pumps. The main difference is that in SuperLube 100 Liquid the materials are partially hydrated and can become a solution and develop thickness faster than powdered primers.

• Does SuperLube 100 Liquid Freeze?

  Yes. It will start to freeze around 10 °F (- 12 °C).

• Can SuperLube 100 Liquid be used after it has been subject to freezing?

  Yes. There might be some separation of materials, so be sure to shake well before using.

• If I have a long run of hose or pipe, should I increase the SuperLube 100 Liquid concentration to make it more effective?

  No. If the concentration is too high it may thicken the concrete excessively and produce a plug in the line. It is better to increase the volume of water used to insure complete coverage and wetting of the line.

• What is the best way to prime horizontal lines?

  SuperLube 100 Liquid will tend to run on the lower part of the line, so we recommend using a rubber ball in front of the priming solution to avoid only wetting the bottom of the line.

• Why do I get plugs when priming for concrete containing superplasticizers?

  SuperLube 100 Liquid requires water to hydrate. When SuperLube 100 Liquid is made with too little water it will absorb water from the concrete in order to hydrate. Concrete with superplasticizers tends to have a low water content, so if the SuperLube 100 Liquid absorbs any water from the plasticized concrete, it will have a tendency to plug. For priming concrete with superplasticizers, we recommend increasing the amount of water used to prepare the priming solution.

• If I do not have a bucket available, can I prepare the priming solution in the hopper?

  Yes. Many operators do it that way.

• Will SuperLube 100 Liquid build-up in the pipes and hoses of the pump?

  No.

• How do I clean up spills of SuperLube 100 Liquid?

  The best way to clean up is to absorb the material and then dispose in a regular trash container. Follow with water to ensure all slipperiness is removed. You can use sand, dirt, cement, oil absorbers, paper towels, cloth towels, etc.

• Is SuperLube 100 Liquid safe for the environment?

  Yes. For further information refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

• Does SuperLube 100 Liquid contain bentonite clay?

  No. Neither bentonite nor any other type of clay.