BMS BetterShot
Ready-to-use dry powder formulated as a sprayed mortar for wet-mix/wet-spray placement in mining, tunnelling, and civil construction applications.
Technical Properties
Technical Data
BMS BetterShot undergoes regular in-house and periodic third-party quality control testing.
Note: The stated UCS and flexural strength values are typical of in-house testing conducted on 50 mm cubes and 40 × 40 × 160 mm prisms, respectively, mixed using Toowoomba Regional Council potable water at a 0.150:1 water-to-solids (w:s) ratio, cast in steel moulds, and submerged-cured at 23°C. Performance-based properties, such as strength, gel time, and bleed, are highly dependent on w:s ratio, mixer and pump type, addition of admixtures, and end-user application.
| Property | Typical Value | Test Method/Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Hour UCS | 1 MPa | N/A |
| 1-Day UCS | 15 MPa | N/A |
| 3-Day UCS | 25 MPa | N/A |
| 7-Day UCS | 30 MPa | N/A |
| 28-Day UCS | 45 MPa | N/A |
| 28-Day Flexural | 5 MPa | N/A |
| 56-Day Flexural | 7 MPa | N/A |
BMS BetterShot is a ready-to-use dry powder formulated as a sprayed mortar for wet-mix/wet-spray placement in mining, tunnelling, and civil construction applications.
Engineered for pumpability, buildability, and adhesion, BMS BetterShot is a cost-effective and time-saving alternative to conventional shotcretes and gunites.
- • Versatile Application: Suitable for vertical, overhead and horizontal sprayed ventilation seals and stoppings, as well as general ground stabilisation and support in underground mines and tunnels.
- • Steady Strength Gain: Reliable compressive strength development.
- • Minimal Rebound: Reduced wastage.
- • Safe: Non-toxic and non-flammable.
- • Construction and repair of ventilation seals and stoppings in underground coal mines.
- • Ground stabilisation of underground mine roadways, e.g., coal ribs and roof strata.
- • Ground stabilisation of civil infrastructure, e.g., tunnel linings, road-cuttings, embankments, etc.
- • Concrete mortar repair of civil infrastructure, e.g., bridges, abutments, foundations, marine structures, pipework, tunnels, etc.
- • Typically, 1.2 tonne bulk bags.
- • Additional packaging options are available on request.
- • All orders include Proof of Dispatch (POD) documentation with batch identification numbers and manufacturing dates for traceability.
Shelf-Life: Best used within 6 months from the date of manufacture when stored as recommended. Product may remain fit for purpose beyond 6 months, subject to assessment of storage conditions and verification testing of mortar properties.
Storage Conditions: Store unopened and undamaged packages in a cool, dry environment below 30°C. Shelf-life may decrease if exposed to high humidity, extreme temperatures, or external weather conditions.
- • Cement dust is an irritant—avoid inhalation or skin/eye contact.
- • Wear protective gloves, clothing, eye and face protection.
- • Ensure adequate ventilation during mixing and application.
- • In case of contact with the eyes, rinse with running water for 15 mins and remove contaminated clothing.
- • Always consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prior to handling or use.
- • In an emergency, contact any Poisons Information Centre (Phone: 13 11 26 within Australia).
- • For detailed safety information, refer to the latest SDS available at www.bmscement.com.
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