Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Sealer, Binder and Primer information


Designer Series 140 pigmented Sealer: Single component sealer, Be sure to mix thoroughly prior to application. Apply with a 3/8” or 1/2” phenolic core roller. Apply 2 coats.  Coverage is approximately 100 s/f per gallon at 2 coats.

Series 150 Texture Enhancer: Single component sealer., Apply with a 3/8” or 1/2” phenolic core roller. Apply 2 even coats. Coverage is approximately 100 s/f per gallon at 2 coats. Can be used on patios, pool decks, walkways, driveways etc.

Series 155 Sealer: Single component sealer, no mixing required.  Apply with a 3/8” or 1/2” phenolic core roller. Apply 2 even coats Coverage is approximately 100 s/f per gallon at 2 coats. Can be used on patios, pool decks, walkways, driveways etc.

Pro Seal 200: Two component urethane.  Pour part B into part A and mix in a steady, non-vigorous manner for 2 minutes with a jiffy mixer.  Once mixed for 2 minutes, pour into a clean container and mix for 1 additional minute.  Apply with a 3/8” or 1/2” phenolic core roller.   Apply 2 coats in most situations.  Coverage is 80 – 150 s/f per gallon at 2 coats depending on how smooth or porous the surface is. Be sure to review the product spec sheets for re-coat window times and for proper ventilation.

Rapid Armor: Two component high build epoxy. Pour part B into part A and mix at a medium speed for 2  minutes with a jiffy mixer (do not whip air into the product).  Once mixed for 2 minutes, pour the mixture into a clean container and mix for an additional minute.  Apply 1 even coat depending on the desired finish.  Use a 3/8” large cell foam roller, coverage is 80-100 s/f per gallon. Be sure to review the product spec sheet. The product is exothermic and has a short pot life. It also produces  heat in mass..

Aquathane 6000: Two component urethane. Pour part B into part A and mix in a steady, non-vigorous manner for 2 minutes with a jiffy mixer Once mixed for 2 minutes, pour into a clean container and set aside for at least 10 minutes to allow the product to go through its induction stage. Mix for an additional 1 minute. Apply with a 3/8” or 1/2”  phenolic core roller. Apply 2 coats in most situations.  Coverage is 80 – 100 s/f per gallon at 2 coats depending on how smooth the original surface is. Be sure to review the product spec sheets for re-coat window times and for proper ventilation.

Super Seal 210: Two component high build epoxy. Pour part B into part A and mix in a steady, non-vigorous manner for 2 minutes with a jiffy mixer Once mixed for 2 minutes, pour into a clean container and mix for an additional 1 minute.  Apply 1 coats in most situations with a notched squeegee and then back- roll with a large cell foam roller for smoothness.  Product will self level to a degree so do not worry about rolling out completely smooth. Coverage is 80 – 100 s/f per gallon at 10-30 mils depending on the surface. It is recommended that Enviroprime be applied first before application of the Superseal 210. Be sure to review the product spec sheet. The product is exothermic and has a short pot life. It also produces  heat in mass..

Durafleck 5000 Binder: (This is the first binder coat used when applying the Durafleck 5000 system.  It is NOT to be used as a sealer) Two component epoxy binder. Pour part B into part A and mix in a steady, non-vigorous manner for 2 minutes with a jiffy mixer Once mixed for two minutes, pour into a clean container, put aside for at least 10 minutes and allow the product to go through its induction stage, then mix for   1 additional minute. .  Apply with a 3/8” or 1/2”phenolic core roller. Coverage should be at no less than 10 to 15 mils to insure the flakes adhere to the binder.  Coverage is 100 s/f per gallon ideally and 125 s/f. per gallon maximum.

EnviroPrime : Two component epoxy primer. Pour part B into part A and mix at a medium speed for 2 minutes with a jiffy mixer (do not whip air into the product).  Once mixed for 2 minutes, pour the mixture into a clean container and mix for an additional minute.  Apply 1 even coat depending on the desired finish.  Use a 3/8” large cell foam roller, coverage is 150-300 s/f per gallon depending on floor texture, porosity, and thickness of application. Can also be applied using a pool trowel. Be sure to review the product spec sheet. The product is exothermic and has a short pot life. It also produces heat in mass..

The above instructions are general, and do not take in to account specific situations and other variables such as temperatures and environmental circumstances. Specific product coverage’s can vary depending on a number of different variables. Please contact the tech department if you require additional mixing or application assistance.

Friday, December 13, 2013

Preparing a slab with Radiant heat for the CTi System


Radiant heat flooring is a situation you may encounter if you live in a colder climate.  Radiant heating is the process of embedding tubing in a concrete surface (i.e. interior floors for room heating and exterior slabs to melt snow and ice) and then having hot water or electric heating transmit through this tubing to warm the concrete slab.
 
The challenge posed by radiant heat flooring is that of not harming the tubing during the preparation stages.  Since the floor has tubing running approximately 2” down throughout the floor, you cannot cut the floor for tension relief.
 
Preparation of a radiant heat floor must be mechanical.  Use of acid on a radiant heat slab may cause damage to the tubing.  Crack repair procedures can be utilized by forming a small “V” channel in the slab along the crack line and injecting the Fast Crack 1431.  Once the mechanical preparation and crack repair is done, the installation of the CTI System can proceed as normal.
 
Once the CTI System has been installed, it is recommended that the radiant heat unit not be used for a minimum of 30 days.  This allows the CTI System to cure and so the rapid heating of the concrete caused by the radiant heating doesn’t damage the surface.