FAIRBOND EP
CONCRETE BONDING AGENT

BENEFITS
-› Excellent adhesion

-› Increases bond strength

-› Very good chemical resistance

-› Easy to apply

-› Cures even on damp surface

-› Ensures perfect waterproof bond.

-› Long workable time.

-› Moisture insensitive for long term durability.
-› Excellent adhesion and impact resistance.

WHERE TO USE
To bond renders, screeds or fresh concrete to existing concrete. To bond together precast concrete sections.
As a primer for an epoxy coating and screed.

PRODUCT
Two pack solvent-free epoxy resin and slow curing high strength adhesive suitable for civil engineering.
Application at temperatures up to approximately 50⁰C.

COVERAGE & PACKING
The covering capacity of FAIRBOND EP will vary depending upon the porosity & texture of the surface and the ambient temperature but as a general guide 0.3 kg per m² should be allowed.

1 kg. - 5 kg packing.

DESCRIPTION
FAIRBOND EP is a general purpose epoxy resin which is formulated especially for use with concrete. FAIRBOND EP is particularly advantageous with dry and touch damp surfaces and can be used to bond two old concretes or old concrete to fresh concrete.

PROPERTIES

Colour : Biscuit colour
Usable Life : 5 hrs at 30⁰C, 3 hrs at 40⁰C
Cure Rate : A ttack free film obtained after 3 hours at 40⁰C,

                                                             9 hours at 23⁰C
Initial viscosity : 13 poise at 20⁰C, 2 poise at 40⁰C
Concrete bond (Dry) : Approx. 5 N/mm²
Concrete bond (Damp) : Approx. 4 N/mm²
Temperature limitation
During application : 10 to 50⁰C
In service (when full cured) : 20 to 50⁰C

HOW TO USE

SURFACE PREPARATION : Substrate must be sound, clean and free from lattiance and all contamination viz. oils, greases etc.
MIXING : FAIRBOND EP comprises of two components, the resin BASE and the HARDENER, which are supplied pre-weighted in the correct proportions. When required for application, the HARDENER should be poured into the can containing the BASE and drained well. Both the components should be thoroughly mixed, preferably using a mechanical stirrer, e.g. electric drill with stirrer attachment, untill a uniform colour is obtained.
APPLICATION : (A) For bonding together concrete sections ; apply an even coating of resin to both prepared surfaces using a brush or roller. Ensure that both surfaces are saturated and bring the sections together under light pressure. Remove any resin which extrude from the joint. Protect the job from agitation until the resin is set. (B) For bonding screeds; renders or fresh concrete to existing concrete surfaces ; apply an even coating of resin to the prepared old concrete surface using a brush, or roller. The fresh concrete or mortar should then be placed on top of the resin layer after 15 Min and within 5 Hours at 300C.

CLEANING
Tools should be cleaned immediately after use with SAFECORE TOOLCLEANER.

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

Cleanliness in handling resins are essential to prevent skin irritation.
Please refer to the SAFECORE RESINS "Safe Handling Guide" for detailed recommendations.

SHELF LIFE

Shelf life is 9 months when stored in manufacturer's undamaged sealed containers under dry conditions, and out of direct sunlight.

QUALITY ASSURANCE
Fairmate manufactures entire range of construction chemicals under compliance of ISO 9001-2000, ISO (EMS) 14001 & OHSAS 18001 (Occupational Health and Safety) certified by KPMG Peat Marwick.

TECHNICAL SERVICES
While new advances and changes will take place one thing will never change is quality and meeting special needs of customer. Our laboratory in Baroda and technical personnel & experts are available to provide additional information and technical assistance. We are eager to work with you in development of new product and solve your problem.