MACt Australia

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Mining and Cement Technology (MACt)

Mining and Cement Technology, trading as MACt, is an Australian manufacturer and supplier of specialist cementitious products, headquartered in West End, Queensland. The company operates across three primary sectors: glass fibre reinforced concrete (GFRC), mining and civil construction, and ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) additives. MACt supplies products nationally across Australia and to New Zealand. ----Contents

  1. Overview
  2. Products and Services
  3. GFRC Division
  4. Mining and Construction Division
  5. Distribution
  6. Training and Education
  7. See also

Overview

MACt is registered under the legal entity Mining & Cement Technology Pty Ltd (ABN 84 643 409 063) and is directed by Chris Born. The company operates research and blending facilities and develops its products in-house, positioning itself as a vertically integrated manufacturer within the Australian GFRC and cementitious products industry.

MACt serves architects, builders, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts, with a focus on Providing both materials and technical support for GFRC fabrication, concrete furniture, architectural cladding, and mining infrastructure applications.

Products and Services

MACt's product range includes:

  • GFRC admixtures and premixes — including its flagship MACt Admix and MACt Liquid Polymer, designed to improve compressive and flexural strength in glass fibre reinforced concrete
  • Plasticisers and retarders — including MACt Plasticiser and MACt Concrete Retarder Pro, used to control workability and set times in GFRC and UHPC mixes
  • AR glass fibre reinforcing — alkali-resistant glass fibres supplied for GRC and GFRC reinforcement applications
  • Iron oxide pigments — including the MACt Onyx Oxide, used for colouring GFRC products
  • Sealers and densifiers — a range of surface protection products for GRC, GFRC, and UHPC surfaces
  • Tools and equipment — including dust extractors and concrete polishing equipment suited to GFRC fabrication environments
  • Mould making and release products — supporting the production of reusable GFRC moulds for architectural and decorative applications

GFRC Division

Glass fibre reinforced concrete (GFRC) is a composite building material combining cement, fine aggregates, water, acrylic co-polymer, and alkali-resistant glass fibres. MACt specialises in manufacturing admixtures and premixes specifically formulated for the Australian climate, accounting for factors such as high ambient temperatures and coastal conditions that affect hydration and curing rates.

MACt's GFRC products are used in a range of applications including architectural facade cladding, decorative concrete furniture, benchtops, sinks, wall panels, and outdoor installations. The company promotes GFRC as a lightweight, fire-resistant, and design-flexible alternative to traditional precast concrete.

Mining and Construction Division

Under its mining division, MACt supplies specialist chemical products for underground coal and hard rock mining operations, civil construction, tunnelling, and wastewater infrastructure. Its product range in this sector includes:

  • Thin spray-on liners (TSLs)
  • Anchor grouts and high-yield grouts
  • Silica-free shotcretes
  • CAC mortars and hybrid liners for sewer rehabilitation
  • Road repair binders

The company emphasises compliance with Australian safety standards, including the supply of silica-free products to reduce occupational health risks associated with silica dust exposure.

Distribution

MACt is the authorised distributor of Trinic products across Australia and New Zealand. Trinic, headquartered in Kirkwood, New York, United States, is an international manufacturer of GFRC and UHPC admixtures, premixes, fibres, and sealers. Through this arrangement, MACt supplies Trinic's full product range — including the TEC10 GFRC Admix, Trinic Hydration Stabiliser, and Trinic NanoSeal — to the Australian and New Zealand markets.

Training and Education

MACt operates MACt Academy, an educational programme offering hands-on workshops for professionals and DIY practitioners in GFRC manufacturing. Workshops cover mix design, mould making, casting techniques, curing, and surface finishing. Participants produce concrete pieces — including table tops and benchtops — using GFRC during the course. The Academy also provides online resources and technical guidance for customers working on architectural and decorative concrete projects.