MONSTA-SLAB® IN MASTERTON DELIVERS UNRIVALLED DURABILITY & PERFORMANCE
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THE CHALLENGE
Waste transfer stations are subject to extremely tough operational conditions. Concrete slabs in these environments must endure not only heavy machinery traffic but also the harsh effects of waste, which includes abrasive debris and constant impact loads. Under these conditions, ordinary concrete quickly shows signs of wear, cracking, and degradation.

CANZAC® was recently engaged by Stantec Consulting Engineers to design and deliver a unique solution to a critical challenge at the Masterton Waste Transfer Station. The existing concrete hardstands had significantly deteriorated due to constant exposure to very extreme abrasive conditions. Wear and tear from the relentless impact of the MWHE material waste handling equipment and the abrasive nature of waste material had left the original slab worn down and in need of replacement.

‍THE OBJECTIVE
With MONSTA-Slab®, the objective is to address the shortcomings of badly designed or poorly performing conventional concrete slabs and resolve problems with deterioration of concrete surfaces due to shrinkage, cracking, spalled joints, hard wheels, and loader buckets.It should be noted that the primary outcome with MONSTA-Slab® is to provide a hard-wearing surface with improved abrasion and impact resistance, increasing the longevity of the working slab surface.

The CANZAC® team designed and engineered an innovative, cost-effective solution that delivered unrivalled durability, greater flexural and tensile strength, reduced permeability, and enhanced abrasion and impact resistance. The MONSTA-Slab® technology saved a considerable amount of time and money by utilising a topping slab instead of a complete slab replacement.MONSTA-Slab® proprietary engineered mix design optimisation, with reduced cement and no traditional reinforcing, also lowered the carbon footprint of this project.

‍TECHNICAL ENGINEERING EXPERTISE & ON-SITE SUPPORT
CANZAC’s commitment to quality was further demonstrated through dedicated technical on-site support. From conducting the pre-pour meeting and inspection to providing assistance during the placing and finishing process, our technical support ensured the best possible outcome.

‍CONCLUSION
When it comes to demanding industrial environments, ordinary concrete isn’t tough enough. With a focus on innovation, technical expertise, and quality execution, CANZAC® continues to set new standards in the design, construction, and delivery of durable, cost-effective, long-lasting concrete slabs and pavements.

“MONSTA-Slab® kicks ordinary concrete to the kerb”
— Jack Canute

Revolutionary breakthrough technology for tougher, stronger concrete slabs.

Introducing Monsta-SLAB® the proprietary engineered mix design. It's our latest innovation at Canzac that will change the way you think about and use concrete.

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Significantly reduce concrete deterioration.

The problem

New Zealand concrete is exposed to some of the most extreme conditions - high or freezing temperatures, harsh marine and heavy industry environments, high vehicle movements in logistic warehouses and distribution centres and heavy equipment in factories and waste management facilities. Heavy equipment wheels abrade the concrete surface, while deflection and impact from rolling loads can cause cracking and spalling.

Some try to fight abrasion by simply adding more cement to the mix design, but just adding more cement to concrete reduces its elasticity and workability, meaning it will be harder to place the concrete resulting in increased labour costs. Monsta-SLAB® solves this problem!

The Canzac Solution

With a reputation for developing and delivering the most innovative products in the concrete construction industry we’ve tackled one of our industries biggest problems head on. Now you can significantly reduce the deterioration of concrete surfaces with our latest Canzac breakthrough Monsta-SLAB® technology.

Get unrivalled durability, greater flexural and tensile strength, reduced permeability and enhanced abrasion and impact resistance.

improved abrasion resistance

improved impact resistance

Monsta-SLAB® is the solution to concrete deterioration.

Our revolutionary proprietary concrete mix is so unique it has the ability to increase the durability of the concrete without the need to add more cement.