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FB400

Minova’s FB400 range are high‑strength, thixotropic anchoring grouts for top‑down cable bolting and long tendons, offering non‑shrink expansion and excellent pumpability.

Product Benefits

Faster re‑entry and shorter cycles enabled by high early strength in top‑down grouting
Reliable bolt encapsulation from non‑shrink expansion reduces maintenance risk
Longer service life in harsh water with FB400C’s added corrosion protection
Reach remote headings with fewer pump moves using 100 m‑capable FB400+
Reduce waste and simplify logistics through predictable ~15 L bag yields

Sectors

Metal & Non-Metal Mining, Coal Mining

Applications

Anchoring, Cable Bolting, Top Down Grouting

Product Details

FB400 is Minova’s proven family of high‑strength, thixotropic anchoring grouts engineered for top‑down cable bolting, long tendon grouting and consolidation in hard and soft rock. Each variant is supplied as a ready‑to‑use, free‑flowing blended cementitious powder requiring only water and a high‑shear mixer, delivering consistent quality underground. All three formulations – FB400, FB400C and FB400+ commbine rapid early strength with a non‑shrink expansion system that helps ensure complete annulus contact and durable long‑term performance. Typical compressive strengths (28 days) range up to 85 MPa depending on mix water and product. FB400+ is designed for long‑distance placement and is pumpable to 100 metres, unlocking remote headings without frequent pump relocations. FB400C adds a migrating corrosion inhibitor for enhanced protection in aggressive groundwater while retaining the same high‑performance rheology. At a practical level, the range offers a generous 120‑minute pumping life with a typical set time of 420 minutes and predictable yields of approximately 15 litres per 20 kg bag, supporting safe, controlled installations.

Product Features

FB400 thixotropic grouts delivering safer, faster cable bolting

Thixotropic stability for broken ground consolidation

Highly thixotropic mix resists wash‑out and remains where placed, enabling top‑down grouting in fractured ground

High early and ultimate strength for dependable hold

Rapid strength gain and 28‑day strengths up to 85 MPa support faster, safer development and durable support

Non‑shrink expansion for complete annulus contact

Built‑in expansion system compensates for shrinkage to help ensure full encapsulation and load transfer

Corrosion‑inhibitor option for aggressive groundwater

FB400C includes a migrating corrosion inhibitor to enhance long‑term bolt protection

Long pump life and controlled set for safe installs

Approx. 120‑minute pumping life and ~420‑minute set window aid crew control and safety

Product variants & Applications

FB400

High‑strength, thixotropic anchoring grout delivering fast, secure cable bolt encapsulation underground

FB400+

Enhanced corrosion protection with thixotropic strength—engineered for aggressive water and long‑term bolt life

FB400C

Long‑reach pumping up to 100m for remote headings, with rapid strength and non‑shrink encapsulation

Technical Specifications