Impa Epoxy enamel for floors

Epoxy enamel for floors

Description and use

Two-component epoxy enamel featuring high surface hardness and chemical resistance. It is recommended for use in industrial floors which require resistance to abrasion and to mineral oils, ensuring an anti-dust effect too. Good resistance to pedestrian traffic and lift trucks with rubber wheels. The product can also be used in external application, if over-painted with PAVIPIÚ code 1943 finish. The product can be coloured using ADVANCE HT tinting system.

Technical data

Colour : see catalogue Dry film appearance : semi-glossy - 60 ÷ 70 gloss (Gardner 60°) Viscosity : Part “A” : 2500 ÷ 4000 mPa.s Brookfield Hardener : 1871 INDURITORE PER EPOX Curing ratio : 100 of A + 20 of B Pot-life : 60 ÷ 90 minutes Practical cover rate : 3 ÷ 5 m²/kg according the surface absorption. Storage life : 24 months in original sealed container. NB: Data recorded @ 20°C (68°F) ∗The cover rate can change depending on the surface roughness and absorption, and according to the application method. The product complies with Directive 2004/42/EC; Category A/j, SB: VOC max 500 g/l (2010); VOC product < 500 g/l

Application note

Suitable substrates : Industrial concrete floors. Substrate preparation : Test carefully the surface to be sure that it is a proper base and structurally healthy. In the case of new smooth or power floated floors, carry out the treatment after a curing time of at least 4 weeks. Before the application check the wettability which can be damaged by the presence of waterrepellent substances such as oil, silicon, wax or heavy hydrocarbons sometimes used for the polishing. In this case, surface must be made slightly rough by shot blasting-sand blasting-scarifying; then wash with an acid detergent, followed by rinse using hot water pressure washer and removal of the water with scrubber-dryer equipment. Make sure the substrate is perfectly dry and there is no rising dump; apply a first layer of EPOX GRES diluted 10 ÷ 15% with DILUENTE EPOX code 1612, followed by a second one reduced 5 ÷ 10%, waiting 3 ÷ 4 hours between them, up to reach a thickness of about 100 microns dry film. When the concrete is soiled by oil, adhesives or old flaking paints, rust, efflorescence, mould and other foreign matters, make a shot blasting, remove dust and apply EPOX GRES as above described. Wherever there are old or chalking floors, take off dust and carry out a soaking-strengthening treatment, then apply the enamel EPOX GRES.

Preparation : Stir thoroughly the product to achieve even colour and consistency, then add the hardener in the following ratio: by weight
1829 EPOX GRES 100 parts 1871 INDURITORE PER EPOX 20 parts Application method : - roller - brush - airless spraying Reduction : 5 ÷ 15% with DILUENTE EPOX (epoxy thinner) code 1612 when using a brush or roller. Suggested thickness : depending on substrate conditions and on requested results (advisable two coats). Air drying (20°C - 65% RH) : Dust free : 30 minutes Touch dry : 3 hours Thorough drying : 24 hours Maximum chemical resistance : after 7 days Allowing foot traffic : after 24 ÷ 36 hours Recoating : within 24 hours NOTE: Catalysis must be exact, use a scale to divide the packaging. Do not use the product after 60 ÷ 90 minutes from the mixture preparation, otherwise the mechanical features will result damaged and there could be cracks, detachments and stains with different colour shades. Mix the product during the application. Do not apply when surface temperature is below + 10°C (50°F) and RH exceeds 3% (carbide test). Do not use when environment temperature is below + 10 and above + 30°C (86°F) Store the containers between + 8°C (47°F) and + 30°C. The application of such products must be subjected to a careful evaluation of the surface quality by our Technical Assistance Service (relative humidity, substrate absorption and the working typology for which the premises is used).