SAFECORE SF
A THIXOTROPIC PROTECTIVE COATING FOR CONCRETE
AND STEEL SURFACES

BENEFITS

-› Solvent free

-› Low odour, taint free

-› Ease of application

-› Very good chemical resistance

-› Good mechanical properties

-› Abrasion resistant

-› Excellent adhesion to concrete and steel surfaces

-› Available in various colours.

PRODUCT

Two part, epoxy based, high-build, solvent free, protective coating for concrete and steel surfaces.

PURPOSE

To have hard wearing, hygienic, chemical resistant and taint free coating, suitable for contact with foodstuffs and potable water after cure. Applicable on floors, walls and ceilings.

PACKING & COVERAGE

5 kg, Over typical fair faced concrete, 5 kg. pack will cover approx. 10 m² with the recommended two coat treatment. This will give an overall dry film thickness of 400-450 microns.

DESCRIPTION

SAFECORE SF is a solvent-free, Epoxy resin based system, formulated to allow ease of application to both floors and walls. The cured film is extremely tough, and has a smooth, hard, semiglossy finish with good slip resistance properties. SAFECORE SF has an excellent adhesion to concrete and metal surfaces. It can be used to line drinking water reservoirs and in food processing areas, since after curing, it is taint-free.

PROPERTIES

COLOUR : Light Grey, Pale Blue, White (Special shade on request)
POT LIFE : 45-50 mins. at 30^OC.
CURING TIME : Touch Dry : 5 hours at 30^OC, Hard Dry : 10 hours at 30^OC, Full Chemical Resistance : 7 days at 30^OC.
TENSILE STRENGTH : 25 MPa
EXTENSIBILITY : 3.9%
FLEXURAL STRENGTH : 36 MPa
TEMPERATURE RANGE : During Application : 5^OC to 40^OC, In Service : -10^OC to 60^OC
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE : Resistant to long term immersion in Water, Petrol, Oil, Diluted Acids and Diluted Alkalies for advice on resistance to specific chemicals please consult our Technical Department.

WHERE TO USE

SAFECORE SF protective coating, provides a tough, hygienic, chemical resistant coating for walls, floors and ducts in dairies, abattoirs, food processing areas etc. It is particularly suitable for lining concrete of water reservoirs since it is taint-free.

HOW TO USE

PREPARATION : Surface should be sound and levelled, Blow-holes and surface defects can be made good with FAIRSCREED VF Epoxy Putty to facilitate the application of uniform continuous coatings. MIXING : SAFECORE SF Protective Coating comprise of two components, the BASE and the HARDNER, which are supplied pre-weighed. The Hardner should be poured into the can containing the BASE and drained well. The two components should be thoroughly mixed using a mechanical stirrer e.g. electric drill with paddle attachment, until the material is uniform in colour and free from stickiness. APPLICATION : SAFECORE SF should be applied by brush, roller to give a continuous film on the prepared surface. The second coat should be applied in similar fashion on the following day. COVERAGE RATES : The covering capacity of the coating will vary depending upon the porosity and texture of the surface, but as a general guide 10 m2/5 kg. pack for two coat should be allowed. This will give a final coating thickness of 400-450 microns. CLEANING : Equipment should be cleaned with SAFECORE TOOLCLEAN immediately after use. COMMISSIONING : At ambient temperatures of 30oC or more, SAFECORE SF will have hardened sufficiently in one day to allow light traffic, but full abrasion and chemical resistance after 5 days.

SHELF LIFE

9 months when stored in manufacture's undamaged sealed containers under dry conditions, and out of direct sun light.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Cleanliness in handling Epoxy resins is essential to prevent skin irritation. Please refer to the SAFECORE Resin Safety HANDLING GUIDE for detailed recommendations.

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.