FORCEM Binder 20kg (Engineered Cement)

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FORCEM Screed Binder is a high-performance hydraulic binder engineered for rapid-drying, high-strength screeds with controlled shrinkage. FORCEM Screed Binder enhances compaction, durability, and substrate adhesion—ideal for bonded, unbonded, and floating screeds. With excellent compatibility with ACTFLEX 300 and underfloor heating, FORCEM Screed Binder delivers consistent results in commercial, residential, and external screed applications.

Rapid drying with moisture <3% in 24 hrs Rapid drying with moisture <3% in 24 hrs
High strength: 30 MPa compressive at 28 days High strength: 30 MPa compressive at 28 days
Enhanced adhesion & compatibility with underfloor heating Enhanced adhesion & compatibility with underfloor heating

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Forspec Forcem Screed Binder 20kg hydraulic engineered cement binder for high-strength screed construction, suitable for renovation screeds, ceramic, stone, timber, porcelain and resilient flooring applications.

FORCEM Binder 20kg (Engineered Cement)

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  • 1 Concrete Substrate
  • 2 Crack Repair (if required)
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  • 4 ACTFLEX HYDROPLUG
  • 5 ACTFLEX AT MESH
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Technical overview

FORCEM is a premium cement-based hydraulic screed binder formulated with MineralCore™ Technology. Designed to produce high-strength, rapid-drying, dimensionally stable screeds with controlled shrinkage and consistent setting characteristics. Compressive strength 17 MPa at 1 day, 30 MPa at 28 days. Ideal for time-sensitive flooring applications where durability and precision are critical.
Chemical Base Cement-based hydraulic binder with MineralCore™ additives
Compressive Strength 17 MPa (1 day), 25 MPa (7 days), 30 MPa (28 days)
Recommended Thickness 10 mm and up for screeds; floating screeds min 55 mm
Coverage 2.0–2.5 kg/m² per cm of thickness (standard)
Touch Dry Rapid drying; moisture &lt;3% in 24 hours
Full Cure Reaches 30 MPa at 28 days
Bond Strength Enhanced when used with ACTFLEX 300
Shelf Life 12 months (cool, dry storage)

Key applications

  • Screeds under tile, vinyl, timber, stone & carpet
  • Bonded screeds (with ACTFLEX 300 slurry bond coat)
  • Unbonded screeds (over polyethylene slip sheet)
  • Floating screeds & underfloor heating systems
  • Heavy traffic commercial flooring
  • Renovation works & moisture-sensitive floor coverings
  • Pumped screed applications

Surface suitability

  • Concrete subfloors (mechanically prepared — diamond ground or shot-blasted)
  • Bonded over rising-damp areas (with ACTFLEX EP 250 moisture barrier)
  • Suitable over underfloor heating systems

Standard electronic moisture meters are not suitable for FORCEM screeds — use a carbide hygrometer (CM method) only. Apply between 5°C and 35°C. Screeds over 50mm thickness require 30×30mm welded wire mesh (2–3mm) reinforcement placed in the upper third of the screed.

Technical Specifications

Chemical BaseCement-based hydraulic binder with MineralCore™ additives
Compressive Strength17 MPa (1 day), 25 MPa (7 days), 30 MPa (28 days)
Recommended Thickness10 mm and up for screeds; floating screeds min 55 mm
Coverage2.0–2.5 kg/m² per cm of thickness (standard)
Touch DryRapid drying; moisture <3% in 24 hours
Full CureReaches 30 MPa at 28 days
Bond StrengthEnhanced when used with ACTFLEX 300
Shelf Life12 months (cool, dry storage)

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  • What is FORCEM Binder used for?
    Compatibility

    FORCEM is a high-performance hydraulic binder - contractors mix it with their own sand to create rapid-drying, high-strength, pumpable screeds. Used for bonded, unbonded, and floating screeds in commercial, residential, and external applications.

  • How fast does it dry?
    Performance

    FORCEM screeds reach less than 3% residual moisture in 24 hours - allowing same-day or next-day membrane application. Strength gain: 17 MPa at 1 day, 25 MPa at 7 days, 30 MPa at 28 days.

  • Coverage rate?
    Installation

    Coverage is 2.0-2.5 kg per m² per cm of thickness. Minimum 10mm thickness for standard screeds, minimum 55mm for floating screeds. Contractor mixes with their own sand for cost control.

  • Underfloor heating compatible?
    Compatibility

    Yes. FORCEM is fully compatible with underfloor heating systems and pairs well with ACTFLEX 300 as a primer. The MineralCore technology delivers controlled shrinkage and extended working time.

  • Why use FORCEM over standard cement?
    Compliance

    FORCEM eliminates the moisture and shrinkage problems of traditional sand-cement screeds. Compatible with most floor coverings (tile, vinyl, LVT, timber, textile) once the 24-hour moisture check passes.

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