The process of plastering has long been a cornerstone of construction, yet traditional methods often come with significant challenges. Conventional plaster applications using sand as aggregates and cement as binders typically involve ratios ranging from 1:5 to 1:8. These inefficient ratios, combined with unmeasured water mixing, result in defects and wastage. In fact, reported wastage in conventional plaster applications can be as high as 35%. Achieving optimal ratios requires constant supervision, and inefficiencies often compromise the durability and aesthetics of the final output.
Evolution of Plastering: From Traditional to Ready-Mix Solutions
The introduction of ready-mix plaster represented a leap forward, significantly reducing application wastage to around 15-20%. However, the responsibility for application quality still rests heavily on the mason. This reliance on manual expertise means many traditional challenges persist, such as:
- Excess Water Ratios: Both traditional and ready-mix plaster applications often involve excessive water in the mix. During application, this excess water gets trapped, weakening the plaster as it vaporizes, leaving voids and leading to hairline cracks on the surface.
- Cold Climate Challenges: In colder climates, water-to-powder ratios are sometimes reduced below the level required for proper cement hydration. This results in plaster cracking and loose bonding of particles.
- Weak Substrate for Subsequent Layers: Low binder content in plasters creates a weak substrate, which affects the performance and adhesion of subsequent applications. This significantly impacts the durability of multi-layer plaster systems.
The Game Changer: Spray Plaster Machines
Spray plaster machines have revolutionized the way plaster is applied, addressing these challenges with remarkable efficiency. These machines utilize advanced materials composed of graded sand, cement, and polymers, ensuring consistent and high-quality results. Key benefits of spray plaster machines include:
- Consistent Mixing and Application: Spray plaster machines mix, convey, and apply plaster uniformly. They respond dynamically to changes in material formulation, maintaining consistency throughout the process.
- Eliminating Water Trapping: The machine mixes the S-RMP with water in precise percentages, forming the plaster mixture in an isolated chamber. With a rigorous mixing speed of 400 RPM, the plaster is then pumped under a pressure of 30 bars over a distance of 10-15 meters and sprayed onto the wall with constant air pressure of 1 bar. This process ensures consistent mixing and application using mechanization.
- Air Pressure Precision: Controlled application with air pressure eliminates any remaining voids, resulting in a dense, flawless finish.
- Speed and Superior Quality: Spray plastering delivers high-speed application with unmatched quality. The finished surfaces are free from shrinkage cracks and debonding, ensuring long-lasting durability.
Aakhani Solutions: Pioneering Excellence in Spray Plaster Applications
Aakhani Solutions leads the industry in adopting and implementing spray plaster technology. Combining expertise in spray plaster materials and machine operation, Aakhani has set a benchmark for quality and efficiency.
Our expertise has earned us the trust of leading names in the construction industry, including:
- Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate (SPRE)
- Lodha Group
- Birla Institute of Technology’s School of Management (BITSOM)
- Shrem Airport Hotel Pvt Ltd
- National Buildings Construction Corporation (NBCC)
By mastering the fine-tuning between materials and machinery, Aakhani consistently delivers outstanding results, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the field.
Join the Revolution
Aakhani Solutions invites you to explore the benefits of spray plaster technology. We welcome your queries, suggestions, and feedback as we continue to innovate and improve. Your insights are invaluable to us.
Spray plaster technology is setting new standards in construction by combining efficiency, durability, and quality. Aakhani Solutions is proud to be at the forefront of this transformation, delivering reliable solutions tailored to modern construction needs.