Description
Description:
Nitobond EP Std is a two-component epoxy bonding agent supplied in pre-weighed quantities for ready on-site mixing and use. For bonding fresh wet cementitious materials to existing cementitious surfaces. For use on horizontal surfaces or on
vertical surfaces where mortar or concrete can be supported by formwork. The long ‘open’ life makes it suitable for use
with formwork or where additional steel reinforcement has to be fitted. The product is ideal for roads, bridges, pavements,
loading bays and factories, and for bonded or granolithic floor toppings. Nito bond EP is equally suited to internal and external applications.
Uses:
Bonding old and new cementitious substrates.
Advantages
- Can be applied on concrete & mortar substrate
- Facilitates improvement in mechanical strength
- Good positive adhesion
Technical Support:
The company provides a technical advisory source supported by a team of specialists in the field.
Application Instructions
Preparation
All surfaces to be treated must be sound, dust-free and clean. All laitance should be removed by wire-brushing or any other suitable means. Surfaces contaminated with oil or grease, shall be cleaned thoroughly to remove such contaminants.
Mixing
The entire contents of the hardener Can should be poured into the resin container and the two materials thoroughly mixed
until a uniform color is obtained. To facilitate application at temperatures below 100 C the separate components should
be warmed in hot water to a maximum of 250 C before mixing.
Coating:
Mixed Nitobond EP Std should be brush applied to the prepared substrate. The new concrete should be placed within 3 hours at 350 C to the Nitobond EP Std coated substrate, when it is still in a tacky state.
Cleaning:
Tools and equipment shall be cleaned thoroughly after use with Nitoflor Sol.
Estimating
Packaging
Available in 1 Liter and 4 Liter.
Coverage:
Actual coverage will depend upon the texture and porosity of the substrates being covered. Typically, 1Litre pack will cover
about 2.0-2.5 m2 and 4-liter pack around 8.0 – 10.0m2
Storage:
12 months shelf life when stored under normal wear house conditions below 350 C in unopened containers.
Precautions
Health & Safety
Contact with skin and eyes should be avoided. Gloves should be used when handling these products. If contact with the
resin occurs, skin should be washed immediately with strong detergent. A resin removing cream should be used. Eye
contamination must be immediately washed with sufficient quantity of water and medical treatment sought.
Fire:
Nitobond EP Std is flammable. No naked flame should be allowed near the site. Do not smoke during use.
Additional Information:
Fosroc manufactures a wide range of products specifically designed for the repair and refurbishment of damaged
reinforced concrete. This includes hand-placed and spray grade repair mortars and a comprehensive package of
protective coatings. In addition, a wide range of complementary products are available. This includes joint sealants,
waterproofing membranes, grouts & anchors and specialized flooring materials. Separate data sheets are available on these products
Important note :
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions of sale, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavors to ensure that any advice, recommendation specification or information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it.
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