RELEASE AGENTFORconcreteRelease agents create a non-stick film on the contact face of the formwork. Their function is to prevent concrete from sticking and make separation easier.
GlasstMould® is the materials technology developed by Glasst behind this line: it keeps concrete from bonding to the formwork. MAX and 3X1 additionally declare, in their technical data sheets, a moisture barrier that supports concrete curing. The reference is chosen according to the formwork, the pour cycle and the exposure conditions.
The material, cleanliness and condition of the surface that will contact the concrete.
The technical data sheets for all four references list brush and roller as application tools. Spraying appears on the MAX and 3X1 labels.
Time between application and pouring; exposure to sun and rain.
The desired result and preparation for subsequent coatings.
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Consult each product’s technical data sheet for its conditions of use and application.
SUPREME applied to metal formwork · Application visualization.
Clean, dry and free of dust, oil, old concrete and release-agent residue from previous applications. On metal formwork, remove rust. Before applying, dry the surface and remove any excess water.
SUPREME and ADVANCE: non-gravitational; do not mix with water.
MAX: ready-to-use water-based emulsion.
3X1: mixed on site, up to 3 parts water to 1 part product.
Cover the contact face with an even coat, avoiding excess that creates waste. On wood formwork, apply an additional coat to cover the pores. Clean the tools for later use.
All four available technical data sheets state that finishes must not be applied until 28 days after stripping the formwork. Read your product’s data sheet and confirm concrete preparation with the technical team.
Start with these differences. Coverage and results depend on the surface and application.
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| What you need to know | SUPREMENon-gravitational | ADVANCENon-gravitational | MAXWater-based emulsion | 3X1Concentrate for on-site mixing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product type | Non-gravitational | Non-gravitational | Water-based emulsion | Concentrate for on-site mixing |
| Preparation | No mixing with water | No mixing with water | Ready to use | Mixed on site |
| Added water | Do not add | Do not add | Do not add | Up to 3 parts water to 1 part product (2x1 and 1x1 also apply). Non-contact face: 4x1 up to 5x1 |
| Formwork cycle | Long Label | Medium Label | Short Technical data sheet | Short Technical data sheet |
| Described exposure | Rain and constant sun; extended exposure (technical data sheet). | Intermittent rain; intermediate outdoor exposure (technical data sheet). | No specific weather condition in the data sheet. | No specific weather condition in the data sheet. |
| Appearance | Viscous, white | Viscous, white | Liquid, white | Oily, amber |
| Application tools | Roller or brush Technical data sheet | Roller or brush Technical data sheet | Roller or brush Spraying: label | Roller or brush Spraying: label |
| Practical consumption | 20 to 30 g/m² (metal and phenolic) · 25 to 35 g/m² (wood) | 20 to 30 g/m² (metal and phenolic) · 25 to 35 g/m² (wood) | 20 to 30 g/m² (metal and phenolic) · 25 to 35 g/m² (wood) | 20 to 30 g/m² (metal and phenolic) · 25 to 35 g/m² (wood); increases with dilution |
| Packaging | 20 kg pail · 195 kg drum | 20 kg pail · 195 kg drum | 20 kg pail · 195 kg drum | 17 kg pail · 180 kg drum |
| Drum liters (label) | 206.7 L | 205 L | 204 L | 212 L |
| VOC limit (technical data sheet) | ≤ 2.78 g/L | ≤ 2.81 g/L | ≤ 0.11 g/L | ≤ 1.72 g/L |
| Next step | See SUPREME ↗ | See ADVANCE ↗ | See MAX ↗ | See 3X1 ↗ |
Consumption and weights: technical data sheets. Consumption is theoretical and requires site testing. SUPREME, ADVANCE and MAX include “while supplies last” for their packaging.
Get usage and safety information for each product. The Glasst team can help you select and prepare it.
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No. SUPREME and ADVANCE are non-gravitational and must not be mixed with water. MAX is a ready-to-use water-based emulsion with no added water. 3X1 is mixed on site, up to 3 parts water to 1 part product, following its technical data sheet.
All four available technical data sheets state that finishes must not be applied until 28 days after stripping the formwork. Read your product’s data sheet and confirm concrete preparation with the technical team.
Tell us the formwork material, pouring cycle, exposure conditions and desired finish. This helps the Glasst team guide product selection and an application trial.
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