At UNIQUE Paving Materials, we have been providing customers with reliable and innovative road repair solutions for over 60 years. Our cost-effective and adaptable solutions are suited for all types of climates and weather conditions.
In particular, our UNIQUE® Highway DOT fast-setting concrete mix is ideal for repairing deep patches on roadways, loading docks, parking garages, and much more.
Advantages of Our Highway Patch Mix
The UNIQUE® Highway DOT concrete mix is a blend of hydraulic cement, sand, 3/8″ stone or gravel, and performance-enhancing additives designed for the repair of concrete structures. This fast-setting highway concrete mix can be used for 2- to 12-inch deep horizontal concrete repairs. Additional benefits of using this solution include:
- High early strength
- Excellent bond strength
- Freeze-thaw resistant
- Up to 15 minute working time at 70°F
- Open to foot traffic after 1 hour
- Sulfate resistant
- A shelf life of one year if stored in an unopened bag or two years if stored in an unopened pail
UNIQUE Highway DOT concrete mix uses hydraulic cement to repair concrete surfaces rapidly with excellent bonding strength.
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Recommended Uses for Our Highway Concrete Mix
UNIQUE® Highway DOT concrete mix is easy to use and ideal for a number of structural applications. In particular, we recommend using this highway patch mix to repair the following:
- Roadways
- Industrial floors
- Loading docks
- Parking garages
- Bridge decks
Our concrete highway patch mix is not intended for applications on unsound concrete under 2 inches deep. For thin applications from 2″ to feather edge, we recommend using UNIQUE® High-Performance Fast-Set Mortar.
UNIQUE Also Offers Specialized Concrete Patching Materials For Specific Scenarios
For virtually any horizontal structural repair application less than 6″ deep, try UNIQUE® High Performance Fast Set commercial-grade, rapid-setting concrete repair mortar. It contains hydraulic cement, graded silica sand, and performance-enhancing additives. Just like our UNIQUE® Highway DOT concrete mix this solution is high strength, freeze-thaw resistance, and allows for up to 15 minutes of working time at 70° F.
Need to thinly apply a polymer-modified, trowel-grade mortar designed to give superior bond, tensile and flexural strength on repairs from 2″ to feather edge? UNIQUE FLEXICRETE® XP repair mortar has increased durability to deicing salts and the high abrasion resistance giving the extra edge needed to succeed on your next concrete repair.
For non-structural overhead and vertical concrete repairs try UNIQUE® Overhead and Vertical repair material.
Instantly stop active water leaks or patch joints, cracks and holes in masonry walls with UNIQUE’s POSTCRETE GROUT/WS® Hydraulic Cement. Additionally, use this versatile repair product to:
- Anchor bolts, pipes or signs
- Grout base plates and equipment pads
- Fill voids
- Stop seepage from water storage facilities, tunnels, fountains and piers
Available In:
- 24# 2-gallon pails
- 50# bags
- 60# 5-gallon pails
- 660# 55-gallon drums
- 2,000# Super Sacks
- Bulk tons
Not sure which of our repair products is best for your road repair needs? Request a free sample of any of our solutions today!
Contact UNIQUE Paving Materials for Highway Concrete Mix
If you are in need of high-performance highway patch concrete mix, contact UNIQUE Paving Materials! Our team of industry experts is ready to help you find the optimal solution for all of your road maintenance applications.
Answers to frequently asked questions about UNIQUE® Highway DOT (HWY DOT) Fast Setting Concrete
Here is where you can learn all about UNIQUE® high-strength, fast-setting concrete: Questions about preferred applications, placement limitations, curing process, packaging, shelf life, and much more. These are the answers to your questions.
What type of product is UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
Sufficient quantities (100 + tons) have a 1-year shelf life, smaller quantities last several weeks to several months depending on storage conditions.
The UPM® mix stockpile will form a protective barrier on the outside of the pile, which keeps the interior of the stockpile fresh. Do not disturb protective barrier until ready to use. Load from one end of the stockpile only. Stockpile on a clean, paved pad away from dusty areas.
What is the shelf life of UPM mix in bags?
UNIQUE Highway DOT High-Performance Fast Setting Concrete Mix is a blend of hydraulic cement, sand, 3/8″ stone (ASTM C-33), and performance enhancing additives.
Are there seasonal grades of UPM mix?
YES! UPM mix is available in winter, spring, fall, and summer formulas. These grades are designed for optimum performance during the various temperatures of application. Winter grade 2 (40F and below), Spring/Fall grade 3 (40F to 60F), and Summer grade 4 (60F to 80F). Proper installation including compaction maximizes UPM mix survivability in the repair.
What are the preferred applications for UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
Use UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix for repairing deep patches in concrete on roadways, bridge decks, sidewalks, utility cuts, parking garages, footings, loading docks, and industrial floors.
What is the coverage rate of UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
50 pounds of UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix yields approximately 0.44 cubic ft of finished product when mixed with 3.4 quarts of potable water.
How deep or shallow can UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix be used?
UNIQUE XHWY DOT concrete mix can be used from 2″ to 12″ deep when extended.
What are the placement limitations for UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
For overlay applications at least one section should be prepared to evaluate the suitability of the materials and procedures.
Do I need to add any curing agents or other additives to UNIQUE XP polymer repair mortar?
Do not use UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix on unsound concrete or like surfaces. Not intended for applications under 2″ deep. For shallower applications use UNIQUE® High Performance Fast Setting Repair Mortar.
What should I do prior to using UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix for an overlay?
For overlay applications at least one section should be prepared to evaluate the suitability of the materials and procedures.
What is the curing time for UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix can be opened to foot traffic in 1 hour and vehicular traffic in 3 hours.
Do I need to add any curing agents or other additives to UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
All you need to do is just add UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix repair mortar to the pre-measured water.
How can I delay or speed up the set time for UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
You can extend the cure time of UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix repair mortar by using cold or ice cold water and speed up the set time by using warm or hot water.
What is the best way to cure the UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
Damp cure all UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix installations. Begin curing as soon as the surface has lost its moist sheen. Keep exposed surfaces wet for a minimum of 1 hour. When experiencing extended setting times, due to cold temperature or the use of retarder, longer cure times may be required. The objective of damp curing shall be to maintain the continuously wet surface until the product has achieved sufficient strength.
Do I need anything special to clean my tools or other items?
No, UNIQUE® concrete products are water soluble prior to drying. Clean container and tools with water prior to the material drying.
What are the compressive strengths of UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
1 hour strength is 2,500 psi. 1 day strength is 5,500 psi. 7 day strength is 6,900 psi. 28 day strength is 8,400 psi.
What is the shelf life for a pail of UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
Two years if stored in an unopened pail according to ACI Guidelines.
What type of packaging is available for UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix?
UNIQUE HWY DOT concrete mix is available in 50, 20 and 10 pound plastic pails and in 50 lb. poly lined paper bags by special order.
Features and Benefits
Fast Setting – High early strength, Open to foot traffic in 1 hour, open to vehicle traffic in 3 hours
Excellent Adhesion – To concrete surfaces
Durable – Freeze-thaw resistant, Sulfate resistant, Exceeds 300 freeze/thaw cycles
Versatile – Applicable to virtually every horizontal concrete application 2″ to 12″
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