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Shuttering Oils
Shuttering oil, also called form release agent or mould release oil, is applied to formwork before concreting so the set concrete separates cleanly. The right release agent protects the formwork surface, reduces blowholes and staining on the finished concrete, and increases the number of reuse cycles you get from each panel.
Paam Group supplies the FORMTEK TRENN Series, developed in collaboration with FORMTEK, a German mould release systems company. There are two grades. TRENN PLUS is a milky white emulsion for everyday formwork. TRENN PRO is a golden yellow oil for Class A and architectural finishes. Both come in 20 L drums, 200 L barrels and 1000 L IBCs, with delivery across India from our Hyderabad base.
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TRENN PLUS
TRENN PLUS is a milky white mould release emulsion made for standard formwork. It spreads easily by spray, brush or roller and dries to a thin, dry, non-oily film. It gives clean, stain-free release on aluminium, plywood, steel, plastic and rubber formwork. It is the dependable, economical choice for residential and general construction, plywood shuttering, and routine precast production.
Key Advantages:
- Thin, dry, non-oily film after drying
- Covers about 51 m² per litre
- Minimises blowholes and pinholes
- Film stays effective up to 1.5 days on plywood and 3 days on aluminium
- Non-staining and non-corrosive
- Reduces formwork cleaning time
Technical Specifications
| Appearance | Milky White |
| pH @ 25 °C | 7.5 |
| Density | 0.95 g/cm³ |
| Biocide | 0.02% |
| Film Residue (post drying) | Thin, dry, non-oily |
| Coverage | 51 m²/litre |
| Retention on Plywood / Aluminium | 1.5 days / 3 days |
| Shelf Life | 2 Years |
| Packaging | 20 L drum, 200 L barrel, 1000 L IBC |
TRENN PRO
TRENN PRO is FORMTEK’s premium mould release oil: a golden yellow, clear formulation for work where the concrete surface is the finished surface. It is built for Class A precast, architectural and exposed concrete, high-performance aluminium formwork systems, and complex mould geometries that need superior release. It has a high flash point of 212 °C, very low moisture and ash content, and covers about 54 m² per litre.
Key Advantages:
- Designed for Class A and architectural finishes
- Highest coverage in the range, at 54 m²/litre
- Superior release on complex mould shapes
- Clear, clean formulation that passes 100 µm filtration
- Non-staining and non-corrosive
- Protects and extends formwork life
Technical Specifications
| Appearance | Golden yellow, clear |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 40 °C | 33.4 cSt |
| Viscosity Index | 99 |
| Pour Point | −5 °C |
| Flash Point (COC) | 212 °C |
| Moisture Content (% by KF) | 0.02% |
| Acid Value | 0.03 mg KOH/g |
| Sulphur Content | 0.25% wt |
| Ash Content | 0.01% wt |
| Colour (ASTM D1500) | 1.5 |
| Cleanliness (Filtration Test, 100 µm) | Clear |
| Coverage | 54 m²/litre |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packaging | 20 L drum, 200 L barrel, 1000 L IBC |
Why Choose Our Shuttering Oils?
German-Engineered FORMTEK Formula
Compatible with all formworks
Extends mould life significantly
Smooth, Stain-Free Concrete Finish
Spray, Brush Or Roller Application
Using Shuttering Oil on Plywood Formwork
Most shuttering oil on Indian sites goes onto plywood. Film faced plywood needs much less oil than plain boards, and too much oil does more harm than too little: it leaves stains, blowholes and a patchy colour on the concrete.
- Start with a clean board. Scrape off old cement with a plastic or nylon scraper (steel scrapers cut the film) and let the surface dry.
- Apply a thin, even coat by spray, brush or roller. Wipe off any drips or pools. On film faced plywood the coat should look like a light sheen, not a wet layer.
- Time it right. TRENN PLUS stays effective on plywood for about 1.5 days, so oil the boards close to the pour rather than days ahead.
- Re-oil before every pour, and again after boards have been in storage.
- Keep oil off the reinforcement, because it weakens the bond between the steel and the concrete.
Which grade for plywood? TRENN PLUS suits everyday plywood shuttering for slabs, beams and columns. Choose TRENN PRO where the concrete will stay exposed, or for architectural and Class A finishes.
Oil protects the film face, but water gets into plywood through its edges, so seal every cut edge too. More on choosing and caring for boards: film faced shuttering plywood, what to check in IS 4990 shuttering plywood and how to store and use shuttering plywood on site.
Looking for the right shuttering oil for your project?
Tell us your formwork type, finish requirement and quantity. Our team will recommend TRENN PLUS or TRENN PRO and the right pack size, and send a custom quote.