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<p>PAC Technologies, a leading global provider of construction chemicals, has played a pivotal role in fostering innovation and research in the field of concrete technology. A recent collaboration with Heriot-Watt University in Dubai has resulted in remarkable achievements, including the development of a research project titled "Using Plastic Bottles in Concrete." This article highlights the significance of the collaboration and showcases how PAC Technologies' PC400 product has contributed to the success of Heriot-Watt University's students in the highly competitive Undergraduate Research Competition.</p>
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<p>The collaboration between PAC Technologies and Heriot-Watt University began when the university's students embarked on a research project exploring the utilization of plastic bottles in concrete. This innovative approach caught the attention of industry experts, as evidenced by the students' first-place win in their category at the 10th annual Undergraduate Research Competition. This prestigious competition featured over 400 submissions from 64 universities across 14 countries, making the achievement all the more remarkable.</p>
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<p>Central to the success of the research project was PAC Technologies' PC400, a superplasticizer used in concrete mixes. PC400 proved to be instrumental in enhancing the performance and properties of the concrete formulated with plastic bottles. Recognizing the significance of the project and the impact of PC400, Heriot-Watt University sought the support of PAC Technologies for their ongoing research endeavors.</p>
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<p>In response to the university's request for PC400, PAC Technologies demonstrated its commitment to supporting academic research and innovation. Nabil Rofail, Deputy General Manager at PAC Technologies, ensured that a sample of PC400 was promptly provided to Heriot-Watt University's laboratory, and also advised and explained to the University the properties of the product and the technical details and how to get the maximum performance from it.</p>
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