• Construction CGA (Cement Grinding Aids) CGA Additives

Lignosulfonate

• Lignosulfonate-based grinding aids are natural organic compounds derived from wood pulp. Lignosulfonate is an organic compound that can be used as a cement grinding aid in cement production. It can improve the cement’s flowability and reduce its tendency to agglomerate. They also effectively reduce the clinker particles’ surface energy and improve the grinding process’s efficiency.

  Lignosulfonate acts as a dispersant, helping separate the cement particles and prevent them from clumping together during grinding. This reduces the energy required to grind the cement, as less energy is needed to overcome the frictional forces between the particles and the grinding media.

  In addition to reducing energy consumption, using Lignosulfonate can also improve the strength and quality of the resulting cement because lignosulfonate can increase the early strength development of the cement, leading to a more rapid curing process and higher compressive strength.

  Furthermore, lignosulfonate can also act as a water-reducing agent, improving the cement’s workability and reducing the water needed in the mix. This can further reduce the energy required for grinding, as less energy is needed to evaporate excess water from the mixture.