Bonding Agents
durabond GP
durabond GP is a modified, single-pack acrylic emulsion which is milky in colour.
USES:
• As a primer/bonding medium for cementitious repairs to
concrete elements in both internal and external applications.
• Typically used with dura.rep GT, HS, FR and FS range of
repair systems where normal or high build applications are required in vertical, horizontal or overhead locations.
• durabond GP is an excellent curing compound for repairs carried out in both internal and external applications.
• durabond GP is not suitable for repairs that will be subjected to continuous immersed conditions. For structural bonding, where the bond strength is to be equal or greater than the tensile strength of the parent concrete, use epidermix 344 or 345.
ADVANTAGES:
• Ease of application, single component product with a long open time.
• Resistant to hydrolysis – alkali stable.
• Economical
• Suitable for internal & external applications.
• One product - used as a bonding agent and curing
compound.
• Bond strengths between repair mortar and concrete are
excellent.
• Excellent curing properties.
• Compatible with our dura.cote range of protective coatings.
• Non-toxic.duralatex
duralatex is a synthetic resin polymer which is supplied as a
ready to use liquid. It is designed to improve the qualities of
site-batched cementitious mortars and slurries. Being resistant to hydrolysis, it is ideal for internal and external applications in conjunction with cement.
USES:
• Improving adhesion of thin section cement patches, mortars and screeds to their substrates.
• Improving tensile and fl exural strengths of sand/cement
mixtures thus permitting thinner than usual layers.
ADVANTAGES:
• Single-component liquid can be easily gauged as required.
• Improves cohesion and workability.
• Improves mortars to provide waterproof repairs, renders and toppings that are highly resistant to freeze/ thaw cycling.
• Improves tensile and flexural properties allowing thin
applications.
• Excellent bond to concrete, masonry, stonework, plaster and blockboard.
• Contains no chlorides.
• Can be applied to damp substrates.epidermix® 319
epidermix® 319 is a two-component, solvent-free epoxy resin bedding mortar/adhesive with low slump characteristics. The product has particularly high adhesive characteristics and will cure under damp conditions.
USES:
• For fast repairs to honeycombed concrete.
• Reinstatement of damaged arises and stair treads.
• Repairs to damaged precast concrete elements.
• As a bedding mortar and adhesive.
• Fast high strength repairs to all concrete surfaces.
• Repairs where non-slump characteristics is a requirement.
epidermix 319 can be applied in sections up to 50 mm thickness in horizontal locations and 12 mm in vertical locations in a single application without the use of formwork. Greater thickness can be achieved by the application of subsequent layers. Consult the local a.b.e.® office for further information.
ADVANTAGES:
• Early high strength and therefore minimizes down time.
• Good resistance to a wide range of chemicals.
• Suitable for structural applications.
• High strength typically twice as strong as good
quality concrete.
• Will cure under damp conditions and under standing water.epidermix® 344
epidermix® 344 is a two component, solvent free, polysulphide modified epoxy adhesive.
USES:
Bonding fresh (plastic) concrete to existing concrete, plaster
to brickwork. Can be used to provide a damp-proof barrier
within the concrete matrix. If applied onto reinforcing steel
epidermix® 344 will cause no loss of concrete/steel bond strength.
ADVANTAGES:
• May be used in structural situations.
• Excellent bond to damp or dry surfaces.
• High ultimate tensile strengths.
• High ultimate lap sheer strengths.
• Bonds to rock.epidermix® 345
epidermix® 345 is a solvent-free two-component modified
wet-to-dry epoxy resin system which has an extended open time formulation.
USES:
• Structural bonding fresh wet concrete to existing concrete.
• Extended open time feature is useful where re-bar and
shuttering have to be installed prior to the new concrete
being poured.
• For bridges, pavements, loading bays and factories.
• As a bonding agent to a cementitious substrate for
cementitious, epoxy or polyurethane screeds and coatings.
• As a bonding agent for a repair system where the repair is
likely to remain wet or under water for an extended period.
ADVANTAGES:
• Solvent free, can be used in any location.
• Long open time formulation.
• May be used in structural applications.
• Excellent bond to damp or dry surfaces.
• High ultimate tensile strength, exceeds that of concrete.
• High ultimate lap sheer strength.
• Can be used internally or externally.epidermix® 372
epidermix® 372 is a two-component, solvent-free, thixotropic, polyamide cure epoxy adhesive.
USES:
As a general purpose adhesive for most materials, excluding
certain plastics and stainless steel. If required in structural load bearing applications the a.b.e.® Technical Department should be consulted and supplied with full details of the design.
As a filler where it may be bodied with fine materials such as wood flour, silica sand and talc, to match the material being filled.
As a grouting medium for fixing dowels and bolts, horizontally into concrete and rock.
ADVANTAGES:
• Solvent-free.
• Non-slump.
• Easy to mix.
• Bonds most materials.
• Can be filled for use as a grout.
• Economical.
Fairing & Reprofiling
durarep FC
durarep FC is a one-component, polymer modified cementitious blend, which only requires the addition of a minimal amount of clean water. Its unique formulation provides a fair-faced finish to concrete and masonry whether used as a fairing or to close blowholes prior to applying protective decorative coatings such as
the duracote WB range of a.b.e.® products (or similar).
USES:
durarep FC is used as a thin film coating to concrete and
masonry surfaces which are not traffi cked. It can be applied from feather edge to 3 mm in thickness for applications such as:
• Fairing of concrete or masonry surfaces to receive protective or decorative coatings.
• Ideal for use as a scraper coat and filling minor indentations.
• Filing blowholes.epidermix® 500
Two-component solvent-free, thixotropic, epoxy paste.
USES:
Smoothing concrete irregularities and filling blowholes prior to application of epoxy coatings.
ADVANTAGES:
• Low slump – can be applied to vertical, horizontal and
overhead surfaces.
• Paste consistency – can be easily smoothed over irregularities and filling of blow-holes.
• High strength – ensures good bond to concrete.
• Solvent free.
• Adheres to damp surfaces.
• Cures rapidly.
• Compatible with the dura.®cote range.
Protective Coatings
abecote® SF 217
abecote® SF 217 is a two component, solvent free novolac
modified epoxy.
USES:
abecote® SF 217 clear resin system is used for sealing,
laminating, screening and grouting applications. Not suitable for use on galvanised or other zinc coated surfaces.
ADVANTAGES:
• High chemical resistance not possible with standard epoxies.
• May be used as a laminating resin.
• For high chemical resistance screeding.
• For chemical tile grouting.
• For sealing porous elements such as concrete and wood.abecote® SF 356
abecote® SF 356 is a two component, solvent free amine cured epoxy tar.
USES:
High-build epoxy tar coating for chemical resistance – protection of asphalt road surfaces against oil attack. When mixed with aggregate can be used as a paving compound.
ADVANTAGES:
• High chemical resistant coating for concrete and steel.
• High-build for longer life.
• Ideal protection for asphalt surfaces.
• Versatile – used as binder for epoxy tar mortar.
• Good wear resistance.
• Easily applied.
• Economical.abe® silocoat
abe® silocoat is a two-component polymer modified
cementitious coating, supplied in a pre-packaged form. The
product has been designed to be easily mixed on-site using a
slow speed drill and paddle, and then applied to the substrate using a brush, roller or airless spray application. abe® silocoat cures to form an elastomeric impermeable membrane.
USES
abe® silocoat is an elastomeric cementitious coating, used for:
• Protection and repair of silos
• Waterproofing of new and old silos, internal and external
ADVANTAGES
• Approved for use in contact with potable water.
• Withstands high positive and negative hydrostatic pressures.
• Ingress of CO2 is equivalent to 5-6 metres of concrete applied at 3 mm thick.
• Effective barrier to sulphates and chlorides and low pH
• Excellent crack accommodation after immersion.
• Long working life.
• Bonds to green or damp concrete
• Easy application by brush, roller or spray.duracote WB
duracote WB system is a high performance flexible aliphatic acrylic polymer coating with high crack bridging properties. The system comprises: dura.cote WB primer, a powerful penetrating organic carrier coat incorporating acrylic resin and silane-siloxane molecules that form a reactive hydrophobic primer barrier coat that chemically bonds to the substrate. dura.cote WB is a pure aliphatic acrylic polymer protective topcoat with high elastomeric crack bridging qualities. The system forms a durable, decorative, UV stable protective coating that inhibits the passage of water and aggressive water-borne corrosive contaminants from entering the pore structure of concrete substrate.
USES:
duracote WB is particularly suited to reinforced concrete
structures that are exposed to aggressive atmospheric conditions and attack by waterborne contaminants such as acid gases, chloride ions and carbonation.
ADVANTAGES:
• Forms a permanent corrosion barrier against the ingress of carbon dioxide, chloride ions, oxygen and water. Tough,
durable, weather resistant and UV stable decorative coating suited to adverse climatic conditions.
• Tough, durable, weather resistant and UV stable decorative coating suited to adverse climatic conditions.
• Coating breaths, readily allowing water vapour to diffuse
from concrete pore structure.
• Excellent static and dynamic crack bridging properties
allowing elongation and recovery.
• Improved dirt pick-up resistance
• Lower sensitivity to mould and algae growth.
• Excellent barrier to efflorescence.duraflex®
duraflex® is a ready to use flexible slurry based on a special synthetic resin dispersion and a blend of selected cements mixed with carefully graded aggregate.
USES:
• Protection and repair of balconies, terraces and haunching
concrete of roads and bridges.
• Waterproofing of new and old buildings (internal
and external).
• Waterproofing of tanks, containers and water reservoirs.
ADVANTAGES:
• Excellent waterproof barrier.
• Effective on negative or positive side.
• High bond strength.
• Excellent freeze/thaw resistance.
• Excellent resistance to chloride ion penetration.
• Brush, trowel, or spray applied.
• Reliable application.
• Self-curing.
• Low in place cost.
• Non-toxic.
• Good abrasion resistance.
• Approved for use in potable water systems.
Repair Mortars
durarep GT - MCI
durarep GT-MCI is a pre-mixed ready to use single component polymer modified, cementitious repair mortar containing a migrating corrosion inhibitor (MCI). durarep GT-MCI is based on blended cements, graded siliceous
aggregate, proprietary chemical additives, fillers and antidesiccants. durarep GT-MCI is intended for use in hot climatic conditions as a structural repair mortar for the repair and reinstatement of concrete structures and masonry elements. The mortar is suitable for use in aggressive environmental conditions, and where superior chloride and carbon dioxide resistance is required. When durarep GT-MCI is mixed with water, migrating corrosion inhibitor (MCI) is activated to inhibit anodic as well as cathodic steel corrosion processes, not only in contact with the steel, but also by migration through the concrete porosity reaching the
rebars. The migrating corrosion inhibitor (MCI) is a superior technical solution to extend the life time expectancy of reinforced concrete subjected to aggressive corrosion promoters such as oxygen, humidity, chlorides from marine environments.
USES:
durarep GT-MCI is particularly suitable for use in hot climatic
conditions for repairs to concrete and masonry. The mortar
has been formulated for patching in vertical and overhead
applications without formwork as well as for large area rendering.
ADVANTAGES:
• Ready to use (pre-blended).
• Low permeability resists carbonation and chloride attack.
• Formulated for use in hot climatic conditions.
• Can be used in applications without formwork.
• High build, does not require multiple applications.
• Non-shrink.
• Chloride-free.
• Repair inhibits anodic as well as cathodic steel corrosion
processes, not only in contact with the steel, but also
by migration through the concrete porosity reaching
the rebars.
• Repairs extend the life time expectancy of reinforced
concrete subjected to aggressive corrosion conditions.durarep FR
Polymer-modified, fibre-reinforced, cement-based mortar,
which is chloride-free, ready to use, non-shrink and of a single component.
USES:
• Potable water retaining structures.
• Repairing voids and honeycombed areas.
• Also applied by gunning (wet or dry process).
• Bedding mortar for concrete planks i.e. seats at sports
stadiums, suspended fl ooring.
• Water cooling towers.
• Harbour wharf repairs.
ADVANTAGES:
• Ready to use.
• Easy to work.
• High ultimate strength.
• Resistant to frost and thawing salt.
• Chloride-free.
• Non-shrink.
• Good bonding to concrete.
• Increased abrasion resistance over plain rendering
(4 - 6 times).
• Constant quality/performance (pre-blended).
• Non-toxic.durarep FMC
durarep FMC is a cement based, non-shrink, fluid micro concrete, which can be applied by pouring or pumping. The select grading of aggregates and special additives ensures that there is no segregation when pouring, that the thermal coefficient of the cured product matches that of the concrete, that the product has improved strength and is less permeable.
USES:
• Reinstatement of large sections of structural concrete with greater than 50 mm thickness.
• Can be applied in excess of 250 mm depending on the nature of the repair and the reinforcing.
• High fluidity required in restricted or congested reinforcing steel elements where compaction or vibration is not possible.
• Shuttered applications for large pours where trowel or hand packed applications are impractical.
• Dams, weirs, bridges, buildings and concrete structures in general.
• Potable water retaining structures.
• Silos and water cooling towers.
APPLICATION:
• Has shrinkage control in the plastic and hardened phase.
• Exhibits excellent adhesion to concrete substrates without the use of primers.
• The high strength and low permeability provides protection against chloride and carbon dioxide corrosion.
• Alkaline nature will protect the reinforcing steel
against corrosion.
• Can be pumped or poured into restricted or congested areas.
• Due to its fluid properties it eliminates honeycombing even without vibration or additional compacting.
• Ease of application only requires the addition of clean water.
• Constant quality/performance (pre-blended).
• Chloride free.
• Non-toxic.durarep 60
durarep 60 is a one component, cementitious blend which sets rapidly after addition of a minimal amount of clean water. They are fast setting mortars, which are easy to apply for the purpose of curtailing water seepages and similar difficult to apply situations. Under ambient temperatures of 20 °C the initial set times to be expected is:
dura.rep 60 - approximately one minute.
USES:
durarep 60 is used to stop water flow through porous substrates and to provide a rapid temporary patch in concrete, brick and porous substrates, such as underground basements, lift shafts, tunnels, sewage manholes, pipes and mining installations. The mortar can be applied on horizontal, vertical and overhead surfaces.
ADVANTAGES:
• Stopping negative pressure water migration in emergencies.
• Ready to use powder blend - only the addition of clean water is required.
• Excellent bonding to most porous substrates. Fast setting
patch repair resolving seepage problems quickly.
• Contains no chlorides.durarep 180
durarep 180 is a one component, cementitious blend which sets rapidly after addition of a minimal amount of clean water. They are fast setting mortars, which are easy to apply for the purpose of curtailing water seepages and similar difficult to apply situations. Under ambient temperatures of 20 °C the initial set times to be expected is:
dura.rep 180 - approximately three minutes.
USES:
durarep 180 is used to stop water flow through porous substrates and to provide a rapid temporary patch in concrete, brick and porous substrates, such as underground basements, lift shafts, tunnels, sewage manholes, pipes and mining installations. The mortar can be applied on horizontal, vertical and overhead surfaces.
ADVANTAGES:
• Stopping negative pressure water migration in emergencies.
• Ready to use powder blend - only the addition of clean water is required.
• Excellent bonding to most porous substrates. Fast setting
patch repair resolving seepage problems quickly.
• Contains no chlorides.epidermix® 314
Two-component, solvent-free, filled, polyamide cured epoxy.
USES:
Repairing and patching defects in concrete such as honeycomb and spalls.
ADVANTAGES:
• Easily installed by gloved hand.
• Easily smoothed to finish off.
• Holds perfectly in overhead work.
• Non-slump in vertical.
• Needs no priming.
• Strengths way above surrounding concrete.
• Resistant to oils, fuels, water, dilute chemicals.
• Non toxic in water containment.epidermix® 318
Two component, solvent free, filled, polyamide cured epoxy.
USES:
Repairing and patching defects in concrete such as honeycomb and spalls. Fabricating components and repairing defects in fibre cement products.epidermix® 319
epidermix® 319 is a two-component, solvent-free epoxy resin bedding mortar/adhesive with low slump characteristics. The product has particularly high adhesive characteristics and will cure under damp conditions.
USES:
• For fast repairs to honeycombed concrete.
• Reinstatement of damaged arises and stair treads.
• Repairs to damaged precast concrete elements.
• As a bedding mortar and adhesive.
• Fast high strength repairs to all concrete surfaces.
• Repairs where non-slump characteristics is a requirement.
epidermix 319 can be applied in sections up to 50 mm thickness in horizontal locations and 12 mm in vertical locations in a single application without the use of formwork. Greater thickness can be achieved by the application of subsequent layers. Consult the local a.b.e.® office for further information.
ADVANTAGES:
• Early high strength and therefore minimizes down time.
• Good resistance to a wide range of chemicals.
• Suitable for structural applications.
• High strength typically twice as strong as good
quality concrete.
• Will cure under damp conditions and under standing water.
Structural Crack Repair
epidermix® 365
Two-component, solvent-free, polyamide cured epoxy.
USES:
General purpose liquid epoxy compound. Adhesive for various substrates. Binder for epoxy mortar. Crack injection compound. Coating for expanded polystyrene, primer for epoxy mortar, fibre glassing compound.
ADVANTAGES:
• Solvent free.
• Easily applied liquid.
• Can be injected.
• Mix with aggregates to form mortar.
• Liquid general purpose adhesive.
• Coating for polystyrene.epidermix® 389
Two component, solvent free, low viscosity modified epoxy.
USES:
A crack injection compound for cracks between 0.10 and
0.05 mm in width. It is also suitable for gravity feed applications subject to crack width and depth, for better penetration consider the injection process. May also be used as primer for epoxy mortars and electrical encapsulation.
ADVANTAGES:
• Stabilises cracks in concrete.
• Insulates and tamper proofs electrical fittings.
• See properties of dry film.
Steel Reinforcing Protection
durarep ZR primer
durarep ZR primer is a single-component liquid epoxy resin,
enriched with metallic zinc, offering excellent corrosion protection properties when used in conjunction with a.b.e.®’s dura repair systems.
USES:
durarep ZR primer is recommended as an anti-corrosion
primer for exposed steel reinforcement, for use with dura repair mortars. Actively resists corrosion in the repair area and avoids the generation of incipient anodes in the adjacent areas.
ADVANTAGES:
• Zinc enriched, prohibits corrosion through electro-chemical action.
• Provides longevity of repair.
• Single-pack system allows for fl exibility during application.
• Easy to apply - touch dry after 30 minutes.
• Exhibits excellent corrosion protection of steel.
• Economical - single component ensures almost no waste.
