Bentonite

Construct Gel

Purpose-built bentonite for piling and construction drilling.

Construct Gel is a premium sodium bentonite designed for demanding drilling applications. It helps improve drilling fluid performance, supports bore stability, and reduces fluid loss, making it a cost-effective choice for oil and gas, geothermal, tunnelling, piling, and construction projects.

Suited to bored piles, diaphragm walls, and foundation drilling, Construct Gel delivers reliable performance in soft and unstable ground. It is also well suited for cement bentonite grout applications.

Key Benefits

  • Engineered for piling and construction
  • Helps reduce fluid loss
  • Reliable bore stability in soft ground
  • Well suited for cement bentonite grout

Technical Specifications

Appearance
Tan to red powder
Specific Gravity
2.3 – 2.6
Bulk Density
769 – 833 kg/m³
Recommended Treatment
14 to 100 kg/1000L. Adjust based on ground conditions.
Packaging
25 kg bags, bulk sacks

Downloads

Technical data sheets and safety information for Construct Gel.

Construct Gel features in 1 of our standard fluid programs

These are the ground conditions where Construct Gel appears in a Blick standard program. It may suit other situations too — talk to us if your conditions aren't listed.

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  • Bentonite System
  • Polymer (PHPA) System
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