Cost Efficiency
Converting 3,500 PSI → 5,000 PSI costs ~$16/yd³ with cement alone vs. ~$4/yd³ with Trident — ~$12/yd³ net savings.
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Flagship product
Trident
Nano-Concrete Technology
Trident is not an admixture. It works at the microstructural level, lifting cement conversion from ~75–85% to 95%+ — denser, stronger concrete from the exact same mix, with no equipment changes.
- +1,500 PSI at 28 days (fly ash mix, 5% cement reduction) · 20–30% early strength gain at 24 hours
- ~$12/yd³ net savings vs. the same strength from cement alone
- −43% water permeability · −60% chloride permeability
- Up to 50% cement replacement with fly ash or GGBS
Advantages
Why producers switch to Trident
Strength Performance
20–30% gain within 24 hours; +1,500 PSI at 28 days in a fly ash mix with a 5% cement reduction, up to +2,200 PSI in high-SCM blends. In precast, up to 159% at 8 hours.
Sustainability
Up to 50% cement replacement with fly ash or GGBS — ~212 lb/yd³ saved per yd³ in a 50/50 blend.
Durability
−43% water permeability and −60% chloride penetration. Stronger steel-concrete bond, better corrosion resistance.
Integration
Zero equipment changes; no impact on workability, setting, or curing. Dose 18 oz/yd³–46 oz/yd³ at end of mix cycle.
Specifications
Product details
Product Overview
- Form
- Liquid Dispersion (Black)
- Composition
- Modified Nanomaterial in Aqueous Matrix
- pH
- 10–11
- Density
- ~8.5 lb/gal
- VOC
- 0 lb/gal
- Chloride
- 0.001 (BS EN 480-10:2009)
Dosage & Application
- Standard Dosage
- 18–46 oz/yd³
- Application
- Add at end of mix cycle
- Mixing Time
- 3–5 min after dosing
Performance Data
- 28-Day Gain
- +1,500 PSI typical · up to +2,200
- Early Strength (24h)
- +20–30%
- Water Permeability
- −43%
- Chloride Permeability
- −60%
- Validated up to
- 12,000 PSI mixes
Trial evidence
The data behind the claims
A condensed view of three of the strongest trial datasets. Full results live on the Trial Results page.
Independent Lab — Fly Ash Blend (highest cement / lowest fly-ash ratio)
Dosage held constant at ~1 oz/yd³.
| Mix (Cement / Fly Ash, lb/yd³) | 3-day PSI | 7-day PSI | 28-day PSI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control — 792 / 219 | 4,128 | 5,210 | 6,534 |
| Trident — 792 / 219 | 5,076 | 6,718 | 8,361 |
| Δ (28-day) | — | — | +1,827 PSI |
Independent Lab — 50/50 OPC/GGBS Blend
High-SCM mix at two dosage levels. Control mix reached 5,365 PSI at 28 days.
| Mix | 28-day PSI | Δ vs Control |
|---|---|---|
| Control | 5,365 | — |
| F01 — 27 oz/yd³ | 6,989 | +1,624 PSI |
| F01 — 32 oz/yd³ | 7,569 | +2,204 PSI |
Ready-Mix Customer (North America) — Fly Ash Substitution
Trident dosed at 4.78 oz/cwt while reducing total cementitious content by 5%.
| Mix | 7-day PSI | 28-day PSI | Cementitious |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control DCA 6 | 4,130 | 5,280 | Baseline |
| Trident DCA 6 @ 4.78 oz/cwt | 4,550 | 6,260 | −5% |
| Δ vs Control | +420 PSI | +980 PSI | — |
Strength gains while reducing total cementitious content — cost and carbon savings without compromising structural performance.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers to the questions producers ask most. For anything else, our technical team is one message away.
Is Trident just another admixture?
No. Trident is a new category of concrete technology — modified nanomaterials in liquid form that work at the microstructural level. It is not carbon nanotubes, not a chemical accelerator, and not a mix-design change. It provides additional nucleation sites for C-S-H crystal formation, lifting cement conversion from ~75–85% to 95%+.
Will Trident change my mix design or batching process?
No. Trident is a liquid dosed at 18 oz/yd³–46 oz/yd³ at the end of your normal mix cycle, with 3–5 minutes of mixing after dosing. It requires zero equipment changes and has no impact on slump, setting time, air content, or curing.
Is Trident compatible with SCMs and other admixtures?
Yes. Trident is compatible with Type C and Type F fly ash, GGBS/slag, and calcined clay at up to 50% cement replacement, as well as PCE superplasticizers and air-entraining agents.
What strength gains should I expect?
Independent testing shows +1,500 PSI typical at 28 days — achieved in a fly ash mix with a 5% cement reduction — up to +2,200 PSI in high-SCM blends, and 20–30% early strength gain within 24 hours. In precast trials, 8-hour strength improved by 159%. Actual results vary by mix design, cementitious content, and SCM blend.
How does Trident save money?
Taking a 3,500 PSI mix to 5,000 PSI costs roughly $16/yd³ with cement alone versus about $4/yd³ with Trident — approximately $12/yd³ in net savings. Actual savings depend on your cement costs and mix design.
Is Trident safe to handle?
Trident is a liquid dispersion with a pH of 10–11 and zero VOC content, handled like a standard liquid admixture. The MSDS with full handling guidance is available for download on this page.
How can we validate Trident before committing?
Through a 30–60 day pilot program: we supply Trident, free samples, and complete R&D support, and you run the trial with your own materials in your own plant. Zero capital investment and no commitment until you've seen the results.
Reference
Usage, compatibility & documents
Overview & Usage
Trident is suitable for applications where early strength, durability, or cement reduction matters:
- Ready-mix concrete (RMC)
- Precast / prestressed concrete
- Structural and high-performance concrete
- Specifications targeting sustainability or early strength
Note: Standard dosage range is 18–46 oz per cubic yard. Results vary by mix design, cementitious content, and SCM blend.
Application & Compatibility
Compatibility
- Fly Ash TYPE C & F (up to 50% replacement)
- GGBS/Slag (up to 50% replacement)
- Calcined Clay (up to 50% replacement)
- PCE Superplasticizers
- Air Entraining Agent
Applications
- Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC)
- Precast/Prestressed
- Structural concrete
- High-performance concrete
- Sustainable specifications
- Projects requiring early strength