FloArm Coat EFG

Description

Product Description:
FloArm Coat EFG is a two-component solvent free epoxy resin system, comprising pigmented base and a hardener, specifically formulated to protect concrete and steel. On mixing of the two components, it yields a high build, chemical resistant protective coating, which cures to a semi glossy, ultra dense surface that is easily cleaned, hygienic and safe for contact with foodstuff and potable water. (Approved by CFTRI).

Uses:

FloArm Coat EFG is recommended as a protective coating for the inside surfaces of tanks, sumps and walls and as a pore free surface sealer resistant to the growth of bacteria. Applications include:

• Coating drink water reservoirs
• Chemicals storage tanks.
• Dairies & grain silos, Fruit Juice, Holding Tanks.
• Pulp and paper plants.
• Meat processing, food industries & breweries.
• Clean rooms in pharmaceutical facilities
• As a protective coating in oil refineries, paper mills,
  Power stations, garages, hospitals, hangars, etc

Features and Benefits:

• Non-toxic & non-tainting: safe for drinking water
• Impermeable – vapor barrier for low RH areas
• High chemical resistance
• Solvent free – Virtually no odor, Zero VOC
•  High build coating – tough & durable
• Hard surface – Easy to clean
• Resistant to Mould growth & abrasion
•  Approved by CFTRI

Application Methodology:

Step no.1: Surface Preparation
It is most important to ensure that thorough surface preparation is undertaken prior to application of the FloArm Coat EFG coating . Temperature Requirements

• Substrate temperatures: 15ºC – 35ºC
• Material temperatures: 15ºC – 30ºC

Very low or very hot temperatures will make application more difficult and careful consideration should be given to storage of materials. In the cold weather conditions, precondition materials by keeping it in a heated room. In hot weather conditions, some form of air-conditioned storage is required. Pre-conditioned materials at 20-25oC will reduce the possibilities of flash/slow setting and other defects.

Concrete:
Ensure concrete is at least 28 days old and sound. Oil, grease, Mould release agent, curing membrane, and such Other contaminants must be removed by mild detergent and water, and by thoroughly scrubbing with a soft brush. If the wall surface is damp or water is seeping out, it is necessary to stop the leakage before coating. For advice on the appropriate method for the site situation, contact MYK arment. It is important to note that the final finish obtained is entirely dependent on the surface finish of the substrate.
Where a hygienic surface is critical such as in potable water tanks and food industries even out all unevenness such as blowholes, pin holes and other surface defects with Epoxy putty before application of coating.

Steel:
Remove all previous surface treatments and corrosion products by sand/shot blasting to SA 2½ finish or to bright metal finish. Do not allow long time gap between the surface preparation and the coating to prevent re oxidizing of metal before application of FloArm Coat EFG.

Step no.2: Mixing
FloArm Coat EFG is supplied in two pre-weighed components, Base and Hardener. Properly stir each
component separately before mixing together to ensure uniform consistency. FloArm Coat EFG is supplied in pre proportioned kits for complete mixing. Combine Hardener and Base component in a suitably sized container. Ensure to scrap the sides of the containers to ensure a complete reaction. Mix properly for 3 minutes with a slow-speed drill and wing style mixing paddle at 300-400 rpm until a homogeneous color is achieved. Keep the paddle below the surface to avoid entrapping air. Do not mix by hand FloArm Coat EFG is supplied in two pre-weighed components, Base and Hardener. Properly stir each component separately before mixing together to ensure uniform consistency. FloArm Coat EFG is supplied in pre proportioned kits for complete mixing. Combine Hardener and Base component in a suitably sized container. Ensure to scrap the sides of the containers to ensure a complete reaction. Mix properly for 3 minutes with a slow-speed drill and wing style mixing paddle at 300-400 rpm until a homogeneous color is achieved. Keep the paddle below the surface to avoid entrapping air. Do not mix by hand.

Step no.3: Application:
FloArm Coat EFG can be applied using short nap roller, shorthaired brushes or by airless spray. Apply in two coats preferably in contrasting colors, each at a W.F.T. of 180 to 250 microns, the second coat applied after the first coat has dried (12-18 hours at 30°C) FloArm Coat EFG can be applied using short nap roller, shorthaired brushes or by airless spray. Apply in two coats preferably in contrasting colors, each at a W.F.T. of 180 to 250 microns, the second coat applied after the first coat has dried (12-18 hours at 30°C)

Airless spray: For application by airless spray, use a pump with 45:1 or higher ratio, minimum 9 mm die hoses and a nozzle tip of size 0.48 mm to 0.58 mm.

Specification Clause: The non-toxic, high build epoxy coating shall be FloArm Coat EFG, solvent-less, taint free potable grade, protective coating. The product shall exhibit excellent bond strength with the substrate at least exceeding 1.5 MPa, when tested as per ASTM D4541. The product shall be formulated to have high build thickness exceeding 200 microns per coat on average and shall be applied to achieve overall thickness of 400 microns in two coats. The product must be approved by reputed institute such as CFTRI for use in contact with potable water.

Packing:
FloArm Coat EFG is supplied in 4 kg packs consisting of
Base and Hardener.