C2-6-310 Floor Hardner Rev.C

CCCC EAE ADPI
Addis Ababa International Airport Expansion

MATERIALS SUBMITTAL
Submittal No: C2-6-310 Revision: C Date: 2017.5.13
Material Description:
Floor Hardener
Manufacturer:
Fosroc Global Trading Limited
Supplier:
Fosroc Global Trading Limited (Dubai Branch)
Required Usage / Location:
Refer to Typical Location on Use
Specification Ref:
AABIA 096723
Drawing Ref:
CPG airport/AA/BOLE/AF/01-05
Standards Ref:
Nitobond AR: BS 6290, BS 6319, BS 7542; Nitoflor AR: ASTM C779-89a B, BS 1881,
Mohs Hardness, BS 812; Concure A: ASTM C309 B, BS 81110:PE 6, BS 7542, ASTM
C156; Thioflex 600: BS 4254, BS 6920, ASTM C920-87
Material Data / Catalogue:
Attached
Manufacturer Certification:
Attached
Material Certification & Test Reports:
Refer to material technical data
Manufacturer Past Projects Experience:
Refer to clarification letter from Fosroc
Compliance with Project Specification Section Table:
Attached
Material Sample:
Preparing
Remarks:
CPG Comments:
ADPI Comments:
Client
ADDIS ABABA BOLE

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Engineer EXPANSION PROJECT
Aéropots de Paris Ingénierie
Finishing
Floor hardener system
Ref. No. Revision. C, May 12, 2017
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Company Profile
2. Company Certification
3. Product Technical Data Sheet & Method Statements
 Fosroc Nitobond AR
 Fosroc Nitoflor Emeritop
 Fosroc Concure A
 Fosroc Expancell
 Fosroc Thioflex _600
4. Typical Location of Use
5. Clarification Letter from Fosroc
6. Compliance with Project Specification
Company Profile
Company Profile
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC was founded as a joint venture in 1975 between HE Easa Saleh Al Gurg and
Fosroc International. Al Gurg Fosroc was the first construction chemicals company to establish a
manufacturing base in the region, and has grown to serve the markets of the U. A. E., Kuwait,
Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and other Fosroc companies worldwide.
Fosroc is a world leader in the delivery of tailored Constructive Solutions for virtually any type of
construction project, combining high quality products, expert technical support, customer service and
innovation.
Fosroc’s worldwide presence includes group companies in 15 countries with exports to over 70
countries.
Fosroc has over 76 years’ experience in supply of speciality chemicals and have gained the
acknowledgement as “market leaders” in quality production and supply of the most comprehensive
range of high performance construction chemicals serving the construction industries in building and
civil structures above and below ground.
Fosroc's product range is as follows:-

 Admixtures  Grouts & Anchors
 Adhesives  Joint Sealants
 Protective Coatings  Surface Treatments
 Concrete Repairs  Grinding Aids
 Industrial Flooring  Waterproofing
Fosroc Support
Our experienced staff will assist you with high level support in:
CAD Details
Project Specifications
Site Support
Seminars & Training
www.fosroc.com
Contact
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
P O Box 657, Dubai, UAE.
215 Community, Street No. 13, Nad Al Hamar Road
Al Ramool Industrial Area, Rashidiya.
tel : 04 203 9699, fax : 04 285 9649, email : agf@fosroc.com
Company Certification
Product Technical Data Sheet & Method Statements
 Fosroc Nitobond AR
 Fosroc Nitoflor Emeritop
 Fosroc Concure A
 Fosroc Expancell
 Fosroc Thioflex _600
Fosroc Nitobond AR constructive solutions
Acrylic emulsion primer and bonding agent for concrete

repairs
Uses Instructions for use
Recommended primer and bonding agent for the Renderoc Surface preparation
Cementitious Repair System.
Clean the surface and remove any dust, unsound or
contaminated material, plaster, oil, paint, grease, corrosion
Advantages
deposits or algae. Where breaking out is not required, roughen
! Single component the surface and remove any laitance by light scabbling or grit-
! Simply brushed onto concrete as a primer blasting.
! Provides excellent bond to concrete, masonry, stonework, Expose fully any corroded steel in the repair area and remove
plaster and blockboard all loose scale and corrosion deposits. Steel should be
! Suitable for use in Middle East conditions cleaned to bright condition paying particular attention to the
back of the exposed steel bars. Grit-blasting is recommended
! Can also be used as a curing membrane for localised
for this process.
patch repairs
! Is economical in use Reinforcing steel priming
Apply one full coat of Nitoprime Zincrich*† to all exposed steel

Description
reinforcement and allow to dry prior to continuing. If any doubt
Nitobond AR is a modified acrylic emulsion, specially exists about having achieved an unbroken film, a second
designed for use as a bonding aid and curing agent for application should be made and allowed to dry prior to
concrete repair systems. It is resistant to hydrolysis and can continuing.
therefore be used for external application.
Application of bonding aid
Standards compliance The substrate should be thoroughly soaked with clean water
with any excess removed prior to commencement of the
BS 6920 - Approved for use with potable water
works.
Technical support Scrub Nitobond AR into the substrate, avoid ponding and
remove any excess. The repair mortar or topping should be
Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance,
applied whilst the primer is still tacky.
high quality construction products. In addition, Fosroc offers
a technical support package to specifiers, end-users and Curing
contractors, as well as on-site technical assistance in
Cure the repair mortar or topping using Nitobond AR to prevent
locations all over the world.
rapid loss of water. In severe drying conditions additional curing
methods may be necessary. Protect uncured mortar from frost
Properties
and rain.
Slant shear adhesion
(BS 6319 Pt 4; 1984)
Typical result with AR : 9.0 N/mm²
Curing efficiency
BS 7542: 1992 : > 55%
Nitobond AR
Fosroc Nitobond AR
Cleaning Storage
Nitobond AR should be removed from tools, equipment and Shelf life

mixers with clean water immediately after use. Cured material
All products have a shelf life of 6 months at 20°C if kept in a
can only be removed mechanically.
dry store in the original, unopened containers.
Limitations
Precautions
! Nitobond AR mortars, toppings and renders should not
Health and safety
be used when the temperature is below 5ºC and falling.
Neither should they be exposed to moving water during Cementitious mortars modified with Nitobond AR contain
application. Exposure to heavy rainfall prior to the final set cement powders which, when mixed or become damp
may result in surface scour. If any doubts arise concerning release alkalis which can be harmful to skin. During use
temperature, application or substrate conditions, consult avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Wear
the local Fosroc office. suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
The use of barrier creams provide additional skin protection.
! Nitobond AR should not be used as a curing compound
Should accidental skin contact occur, remove immediately
when overcoating with epoxy coatings are required.
with a resin removing cream followed by soap and water. Do
However, it is suitable for Dekguard range. For epoxy range
not use solvent. In case of contact with eyes, rinse
use, Nitocote PE135.
immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical
advice. If swallowed seek medical attention immediately - do
Estimating
not induce vomiting.
Supply
Fire
Nitobond AR : 1 and 5 litre cans
Nitobond AR is non-flammable.
Coverage and yield
Nitobond AR : 6 - 8 m2 / litre as a primer
4 to 5 m2/litre as curing agent
* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

†
See separate data sheet
Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for
the Supply of Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to
obtain the latest version.
Head Office
telephone: (+9714) 2039699 fax: (+9714) 2859649 email: agf@fosroc.com
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
Regional offices
Post Box 657, Dubai Abu Dhabi, Al Gurg Fosroc telephone: 673 1779 fax: 673 1449 email: abudhabi@fosroc.com
United Arab Emirates Bahrain, YBA Kanoo telephone: 17738200 fax: 17732828 email: bahrain@fosroc.com
Kuwait, Boodai telephone: 4817618 fax: 4832124 email: kuwait@fosroc.com
www.fosroc.com
Oman, Al Amana telephone: 24815080 fax: 24817554 email: oman@fosroc.com
Qatar, Tadmur telephone: 4432365 fax: 4419517 email: qatar@fosroc.com
UAE/0328/06/D
method statement constructive solutions
Nitobond AR
Section A : General Comments
High temperature working
It is suggested that, for temperatures above 35°C, the following guidelines are adopted as
good working practice:
(i) Store unmixed materials in a cool (preferably temperature controlled) environment, avoiding
exposure to direct sunlight.
(ii) Keep equipment cool, arranging shade protection if necessary. It is especially important to
keep cool those surfaces of the equipment which will come into direct contact with the material
itself.
(iii) Try to avoid application during the hottest times of the day, arrange temporary shading as
necessary.
(iv) Make sufficient material, plant and labour available to ensure that application is a continuous
process.
Equipment
It is suggested that the following list of equipment is adopted as a minimum requirement
Protective clothing : Protective overalls
: Good quality gloves, goggles and face mask
Preparation equipment : Marker chalk or pen
: Disc cutter
: Electric or pneumatic breaker
: Wire brush
: Proprietary blasting equipment
Application equipment : Brush, Roller
Application - points of note

Fosroc operates a policy to encourage the use, where possible, of approved or licensed applicators.
This ensures that repairs are completed satisfactorily so that the long term performance of the
materials is assured. For contractors who wish to apply the materials themselves Fosroc is also able
to offer technical assistance and training, either on-site or at its Training Centre in Dubai
Al Gurg Fosroc
LLC
Post Box 657, Dubai telephone: fax: email:
United Arab Emirates (+9714) 2039699 (+9714) 2859649 agf@fosroc.com
www.fosroc.com Registered Office: 215 Community, Street No. 13, Nad Al Hamar Road, Al Ramool Industrial Estate, Rashidiya, Dubai
constructive solutions
Section B : Application Method
1.0 Surface preparation

Attention to full and proper preparation of the substrate is essential for complete repair adhesion.
1.1 Clean all surfaces and remove any dust, unsound materials, oil, paint grease.
1.2 Roughen the surfaces, remove any laitence and expose the aggregates by any suitable
means.
1.3 Fully clean the concrete of any other contaminants. The steel bars if exposed and corroded
should be cleaned to a uniform bright condition; and the edge of the repair should be
‘roughened’ to provide a good mechanical key at the substrate interface.
2.0 Reinforcement Priming
2.1 Apply one full coat of Nitoprime Zincrich to all exposed steel reinforcement.
2.2 Allow the Nitoprime Zincrich to dry, prior to commencement of concrete priming.
3.0 Application
3.1 Soak the substrate thoroughly with clean water. Remove any excess and leave the substrate
in saturated surface dry condition.
3.2 Scrub Nitobond AR into the substrate, avoiding ponding and remove any excess.
3.3 The repair mortar should be placed whilst the primer is still tacky.
3.4 The curing regime of the applied mortar should be followed strictly.
4.0 Cleaning
4.1 Nitobond AR should be removed from tools and equipment using clean water immediately
after use.
4.2 Cured material can only be removed by mechanical means
Section C : Approval and variations
This method statement is offered by Fosroc as a ‘standard proposal’ for the application of Nitobond
AR. It remains the responsibility of the Engineer to determine the correct method for any given
application. Where alternative methods are to be used, these must be submitted to Fosroc for
approval, in writing, prior to commencement of any work. Fosroc will not accept responsibility or
liability for variations to the above method statement under any other condition.
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Fosroc Nitoflor Emeritop constructive solutions
Emery based monolithic surface hardening compound

for concrete floors
Uses Design criteria
Nitoflor Emeritop provides an extremely hard abrasion Base concrete

resistant surface to fresh concrete floors. Application by the
The base concrete should have a minimum cement content
dry shake method ensures the hard wearing surface bonds
of 300 kg/m3. The concrete mix should be designed to mini-
monolithically to the base concrete. It is ideally suited for all
mise segregation and control bleeding, although some limit-
industrial areas subjected to the heavest traffic, e.g. power
ed bleed is desirable to ensure sufficient moisture is availa-
stations, heavy industry, agricultural buildings, distillation
ble to wet out the Nitoflor Emeritop when it is first applied.
plants, laboratories, abattoirs, warehouse floors, loading
bays and work shops. The use of water reducing admixtures from the Fosroc Con-
plast* range is strongly recommended in order to achieve
Advantages a water:cement ratio below 0.55. The base concrete should
have an on-site slump of between 75 and 100 mm.
 Supplied ready to use - no additives required
 Contains aggregate which provides an extremely hard The base concrete should be laid and compacted in ac-
wearing, abrasion and impact resistant surface cordance with good concrete practice, taking care to ensure
 Forms monolithic bond with fresh concrete base accurate finished profile and minimum laitance build up.
Particular attention should be paid to bay edges and corners
 Hard, dense surface resistant to oils and grease
to ensure full compaction of the base concrete – see Instruc-
 Non-metallic aggregate - will not rust when wet
tions for use, Bay edges.
Description Vacuum dewatering is not recommended.
Nitoflor Emeritop surface hardening compound is a quality

Properties
controlled, factory blended powder which is ready to use on-
site. It consists of selected and graded aggregate, Portland Abrasion resistance
cement and special additives to improve workability, pro-
Test methods similar to those recommended in ASTM C779
viding a material which is easy to trowel into the surface of
- 89a, procedure B indicate that Nitoflor Emeritop improves
fresh wet concrete. Nitoflor Emeritop cures monolithically to
the abrasion resistance of even the best untreated concrete
provide a dense, non porous surface which is extremely hard
floors by over 300%.
wearing and abrasion resistant. Monolithic cure ensures
that problems normally associated with thin (“granolithic”) Compressive strength (to BS 1881 part 116 1983)
screeds e.g. curling, shrinkage, cracking, etc. are completely
At water contents equivalent to those obtained in practical
overcome.
applications the typical 28 day compressive strength of Nito-
The Emery is an extremely hard, chemically inert aggregate flor Emeritop cubes is 70 N/mm2.
which resists polishing when exposed after initial wear and
Hardness (Mohs scale)
provides a skid resistant surface even when wet.
The Dynagrip emery based aggregate contained within Nito-
Nitoflor Emeritop is available in natural (concrete grey) col-
flor Emeritop has a hardness value of 9 on the Mohs original
our as standard.
scale.
Technical support Other physical properties of Dynagrip (to BS 812)
Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance, Aggregate impact value : 8.0 (part 112. 1990)
high quality flooring, jointing and repair products for both Aggregate crushing value: 10 (part 110. 1990)
new and existing floor surfaces. In addition, Fosroc offers a Aggregate abrasion value: 13% by wt.
technical support package to specifiers, end users and con-
Electrical properties
tractors, as well as on-site technical assistance in locations
all over the world. The electrical resistance of fully cured Nitoflor Emeritop is 3 x
Nitoflor Emeritop
104 to 5 x 105 ohms.

Fosroc Nitoflor Emeritop
Specification Bay edges
Floors shall be surfaced where shown with Nitoflor Emeritop, Where bay edges are likely to suffer particularly heavy wear
a monolithic surface hardening compound containing or impact, and where saw-cut transverse control joints are to
non-metallic, rust-free Dynagrip aggregates. The aggregate be located, it is desirable to give these areas additional pro-
shall have a value not less than 9 on the Mohs original scale tection, by one of the following methods prior to full treatment
and the compound shall have the ability to improve the of the entire surface:
abrasion resistance of concrete by 300% when measured
a) Immediately after levelling the freshly placed concrete,
in accordance with the requirements of ASTM C779 - 89a
Nitoflor Emeritop should be sprinkled by hand at a rate of
procedure B.
0.5 kg/linear m. (5 kg/m2) in a strip 100 mm wide along the
Nitoflor Emeritop powder shall be applied to the freshly-laid bay edge and hand-trowelled into the surface.
concrete floor by the dry shake method. It shall be applied at
b) Immediately after levelling the freshly placed concrete,
the point where light foot traffic leaves an imprint of about
remove a wedge of the concrete 10 mm deep at the slab
3-6 mm.
edge and tapered up to slab level. Replace this with a
The powder shall be applied in two stages, in full accordance very stiff paste of Nitoflor Emeritop mixed thoroughly with
with the manufacturer’s instructions, to achieve an overall a small amount of water. Ensure it is fully compacted on to
application rate not less than 5 kg/m2. Special attention shall the base concrete.
be paid to bay edges in accordance with the manufacturer’s
These reinforced areas will be further strengthened when the
written requirements.
subsequent full treatment is applied.
Instructions for use Timing of the application of Nitoflor Emeritop is important and
care should be taken to ensure adequate labour, machinery
Nitoflor Emeritop should be applied at an even application
and material is available to complete the whole area while
rate of 5kg/m². It is recommended that the floor be marked
sufficient moisture is available to fully react with the powder
off into bays of known area. Sufficient material should then be
to provide a good dense finish. Conversely, the full benefit will
laid out to meet the recommended spread rate.
not be achieved if the material is applied too early when bleed
Application of Nitoflor Emeritop should begin without delay water is still present.
when the base concrete has stiffened to the point when light
Any addition of water to wet out the surface on either the first
foot traffic leaves an imprint of about 3-6 mm. Any bleed water
or second application of Nitoflor Emeritop will be detrimental
should now have evaporated, but the concrete should have a
to the overall quality of the floor.
wet sheen.
Pigmented floors require extra care and need to be protected
On large floors it will be necessary to work progressively be-
from damage and staining after completion. It is essential
hind the laying team to ensure application at the correct time.
that the correct recommended rate of application is achieved
Nitoflor Emeritop is applied in two stages. over the entire floor area in order to avoid possible localised
variations in shading.
a) The first application is broadcast at an even rate of
3kg/m² onto the concrete surface. When the material Note: It is recommended that Nitoflor Emeritop is applied by
becomes uniformly dark by the absorption of moisture an approved Fosroc specialist applicator who has been given
from the base concrete, this first application can be float- detailed training in its use. For further information, please
ed. Wooden floats or, on large areas, a power float, may contact your local Fosroc office or representative.
be used. It is important, however, that the surface is not
Cleaning
overworked.
All equipment should be washed with clean water immediate-
b) Immediately after floating, the remaining 2kg/m² of Nitoflor
ly after use and before the material has hardened.
Emeritop is applied evenly over the surface at right angles
to the first. Again, when moisture has been absorbed the
surface can be floated in the same way as before.
c) Final finishing of the floor using the blades of a power float

can be carried out when the floor has stiffened sufficiently
so that damage will not be caused.
Nitoflor Emeritop - Page 2 of 4

Curing Estimating
Proper curing of concrete floors treated with Nitoflor Emeritop Supply

is essential to the physical properties of the finished floor, how- Nitoflor Emeritop : 25 kg bags
ever, if the floor is to receive further surface treatments please
Coverage
consult your local Fosroc office for advise on recommended
Nitoflor Emeritop : 3 - 5 m2/bag
curing methods.
Applications should comply with the recommended rate to ob-
For indoor applications where curing conditions are less ard-
tain the published performance characteristics. Any reduction
ous and breakdown of curing membrane is slower alternative
may have a detrimental effect on the finished floor’s abrasion
approved methods of curing such as polythene sheets taped at
resistance and, in the case of pigmented floors, the quality
the edges is acceptable.
and consistency of the finish.
Surface treatments The average figures for liquid products are theoretical. Due
to the variety and nature of possible substrates, and wastage
Subsequent surface treatments are not normally necessary
factors, practical coverage figures will be reduced.
with Nitoflor Emeritop because of the high density, low poros-
ity finish. Where further treatments are required please consult
Storage
your local Fosroc office.
If protected from the environment in original undamaged
Limitations packing, the shelf life of Nitoflor Emeritop, Nitoflor FC100
and Nitoflor FC140 is 12 months.
- Do not use Nitoflor Emeritop in areas exposed to acids
and their salts or other materials known to rapidly attack or If stored in high temperature and high humidity locations the
deteriorate concrete containing Ordinary Portland Cement. shelf life may be reduced.
- Do not apply to concrete containing calcium chloride or

Precautions
concrete having greater than 3% air entrainment.
Health and safety
- Where a coloured floor is required, it is strongly recom-
mended that a site trial is undertaken to assess possible Nitoflor Emeritop contains cement powders which when
local variations caused by aggregates and sands used in mixed or become damp, release alkalis which can be harmful
the base concrete. to the skin.
Nitoflor Emeritop is irritating to the eyes, respiratory system

and skin. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and
eyes. Wear suitable gloves and eye protection.
In case of contact with skin, wash with water. In case of

contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
For further information, see Product Safety Data Sheet.
Fire
Nitoflor Emeritop is non-flammable.
Nitoflor Emeritop - Page 3 of 4

Additional Information
Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary prod-

ucts which include :
 waterproofing membranes & waterstops
 joint sealants & filler boards
 cementitious & epoxy grouts
 specialised flooring materials
Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of prod-

ucts specifically designed for the repair and refurbishment
of damaged concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic Approach’ to
concrete repair features the following :
 hand-placed repair mortars
 spray grade repair mortars
 fluid micro-concretes
 chemically resistant epoxy mortars
 anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
 chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
For further information on any of the above, please consult

your local Fosroc office - as below.

†
Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the Supply of
Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to obtain the latest version.
Head Office
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
Regional offices
Bahrain, YBA Kanoo telephone: 17738200 fax: 17732828 email: bahrain@fosroc.com
United Arab Emirates Kuwait, Boodai telephone: 4817618 fax: 4832124 email: kuwait@fosroc.com
www.fosroc.com Qatar, Tadmur telephone: 4432365 fax: 4419517 email: qatar@fosroc.com
UAE/0336/16/G
Nitoflor Emeritop
It is suggested that, for temperatures above 35ºC, the following guidelines are adopted as
good working practice:
keep cool those surfaces of the equipment which will come into direct contact with the
material itself.
necessary.
process.
Equipment
It is suggested that the following list of equipment is adopted as a minimum requirement :

Preparation equipment : Wire brush

: Proprietary blasting equipment
Mixing equipment : Measuring jug

: 1 KW slow speed drill, 400 or 500 rpm, plus Fosroc
mixing paddle and suitably sized mixing vessel, or
Forced-action mixer, fitted with a suitable paddle
Application equipment : Hand application trowel

: Wooden float
: Steel or plastic finishing float
Application - Points Of Note
This ensures that repairs are completed satisfactorily so that the long term performance of the
to offer technical assistance and training, either on-site or at its Training Centre in Dubai.
Al Gurg Fosroc
LLC
Section B : Application
1.0 Site organisation
Successful application of Fosroc‟s Nitoflor Emeritop is dependent, above all, on good site
organisation. This should include consideration of the following main points :
Note : Refer to the ‘Application criteria’ section of the data sheet to check recommended spread
rates required for a particular product.
1.3 The total floor area should therefore be split into bays of known size, where each individual
area is easily divisible by these figures, so that full bags can be used in each application rather
than trying to „split‟ a bag. For example :
Total floor area = 1000 m2
Total spread rate = 5 kg/m2
OPTION 1 Split into 4 bays of 250 m2

First application = 250 x 3 kg/m2 = 750 kg = 30 bags
Second application = 250 x 2 kg/m2 = 500 kg = 20 bags
OPTION 2 Split into 3 bays of 333 m2

First application = 333 x 3 kg/m2 = 999 kg =
39.96 bags
Second application = 333 x 2 kg/m2 = 666 kg = 26.64 bags
Clearly Option 1 will be far easier to apply correctly.
1.4 Once this calculation has been completed, sufficient materials to meet the specified spread
rate should be laid out around the perimeter of each bay.
2.0 Concrete Placement

2.1 Place and level the base concrete in accordance with good practice.Pay particular attention to
bat edges ensuring full compaction, and avoiding segregation or excessive bleed.
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3.0 Bay and joint edges

3.1 Generally subject to heavy wear or impact, these areas may be reinforced by one of the
following methods prior to full treatment of the entire surface.
a) Immediately after levelling the freshly placed concrete, Nitoflor Emeritop should be
sprinkled, by hand, at the rate of 0.5 kg/lin. m in a strip 100 mm or 150 mm wide along
the bay edge, and then hand trowelled into the surface.
b) Immediately after levelling the freshly placed concrete, remove a wedge of concrete 10
mm deep at the slab edge, and tapered up to slab level. Replace this with a very stiff
paste of Nitoflor Emeritop mixed with a small amount of water. Ensure that it is fully
compacted onto the base concrete.
4.0 First application

Timing of this application is critical to the overall success of the system, and care should be taken to
ensure that adequate supplies of labour, plant and material are available to complete the whole area
while sufficient moisture is still available to fully react with the powder. Conversely, the full benefit will
not be gained if the material is applied too early, when bleed water is still present.
The first application of Nitoflor Emeritop will generally occur 1 to 2 hours after the base concrete has
been placed. However, it should be noted that high temperatures and/or windy conditions will speed
the rate of drying considerably.
4.1 This should begin once any bleed water has evaporated, but when a wet “sheen” can still be
clearly seen on the concrete surface.
4.2 At this stage the concrete should have stiffened to the point where light foot traffic leaves an
imprint of 3 to 5 mm in the surface of the concrete.
4.3 On large floor areas it will be necessary to work progressively behind the laying team to
ensure application at the right time.
4.4 The first application should be applied at the rate of 3 kg/m2 (unless otherwise stated on the
‘Application criteria’ section of the data sheet) across the entire concrete surface.
NOTE : This should include application at the bay or joint edges, and any other areas
of the floor which were identified as needing reinforcement.
4.5 This is then left to absorb moisture from the base concrete. When the Nitoflor Emeritop has
turned uniformly dark, the first application can be floated. This can be done using a wooden
float, or power float on large areas. However, it is important that the surface is not
„overworked‟.
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5.0 Second application

5.1 This may commence immediately after floating of the initial application. On large floor areas
it will be necessary to work in two teams, one following the other to ensure application at the
right time.
5.2 The Nitoflor Emeritop should be applied at right angles to the initial application.
5.3 Spread evenly at the rate of 2 kg/m2 (unless otherwise stated on the ‘Application criteria’
section of the data sheet) across the entire concrete surface.
NOTE : This should include application at the bay or joint edges, and any other areas
of the floor which were identified as needing reinforcement.
5.4 This is then left to absorb moisture from the base concrete. When the Nitoflor Emeritop has
turned uniformly dark, the floor can again be floated. This can be done using a wooden float,
or power float on large areas, working to a neat final finish.
6.0 Curing
6.1 Proper curing of concrete floors treated with Nitoflor Emeritop is essential to the physical
properties of the finished floor.
6.2 Cureseal should be spray applied in accordance with its current application instructions.
6.3 In adverse conditions (e.g. windy conditions or ambient temperatures greater than 30ºC),
supplementary curing in the form of polythene sheeting, taped down at the edges, should be
used.
7.0 Cleaning
7.1 All equipment should be washed with clean water immediately after use. Cured material can
only be removed by mechanical means.

This method statement is offered by Fosroc as a „standard proposal‟ for the application of Nitoflor
Emeritop. It remains the responsibility of the Engineer to determine the correct method for any given
application. Where alternative methods are to be used, these must be submitted to Fosroc for
approval, in writing, prior to commencement of any work. Fosroc will not accept responsibility or
liability for variations to the above method statement under any other condition.
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Fosroc Concure A constructive solutions
(Formerly Cureseal)
Multi-purpose, pliolite resin, curing compound
Uses Properties
Provides a high efficiency, spray-applied, curing compound Form : Clear amber liquid
with cost and labour saving supplementary features. It can
Specific Gravity at 20°C : 0.82 - 0.83
be used in a wide range of applications:
Cure times at 20°C and
! Factory floors and warehouses 50% relative humidity:
Tack free : 2 to 4 hours
! High rise construction to eliminate water curing
Full cure : 24 hours
! General floor slabs and columns Curing Efficiency
(BS 7542-92) : >75%
! Self-curing, primer system to subsequent coverings
Water Retention
(ASTM C156) : Exceeds the requirements
Advantages
of ASTM C309
! Enhanced concrete durability - acts as a dustproofer/
surface hardener, 55% increase in abrasion resistance Instructions for use
! Excellent service life - good general resistance to Preparation

chemicals and UV exposure
Concure A should be gently stirred immediately prior to use
! Labour saving - acts as a primer system for subsequent to ensure uniformity of the material as applied.
finishes
New concrete
! Versatile - can be applied equally well to freshly placed or
Application to freshly placed concrete should not begin until
existing concrete
the surface is free from water, and should not commence at
! Cost effective - low cost spray application all if bleed water is apparent. Concure A should be applied
as soon as practically possible after removal of shuttering,
Standards compliance and whilst the concrete surface is still damp. However, any
traces of laitence, grout runs or loose material should be
Classified to ASTM C309, Class B. Available as Type 2(white)
removed.
or Type 1(clear), Meets the curing efficiency requirements of
BS81110:PE1:Section 6:1985 Application
Concure A should be applied uniformly by brush, roller or

Description
spray, with no overlap of applications. Under standard site
Concure A is a non-degrading, resin, curing compound. It is conditions, a single coat of Concure A applied at a uniform
supplied as a single component liquid which is ready for rate of 4.5 to 5.5 m2 per litre, will meet ASTM C309 curing
immediate on-site application and available in two colours - requirements.
white and clear.
The applied film should not be trafficked until fully dry, and
Concure A is applied, by spray, to cementitious surfaces at a care should be taken to ensure that the film is not broken.
coverage rate of 4.5 to 5.5 m2 per litre. It produces a hard
Spray equipment
wearing surface, with excellent adhesion properties; thereby
also making it suitable as a primer for subsequent finishes Motorised or knapsack spray equipment, which produces a
which do not rely on penetration for substrate bond. fine spray, is recommended for use with Concure A.
Specification
The multi-purpose, curing compound shall be Concure A, an

acrylic resin supplied by Fosroc. It shall be certified to ASTM
C309 as a curing compound.
Concure A
Fosroc Concure A
Cleaning Storage
Spray equipment should be cleaned immediately after use by When stored in warehouse conditions below 35°C, Concure A
flushing through with water. Any residual traces of resin which has a minimum shelf life of 12 months.
are left in the nozzle may be cleaned with
Freezing and exposure to heat and/or direct sunlight should
Fosroc Solvent 102*.
be avoided.
Subsequent finishes
Containers should be kept sealed and airtight to prevent any
The resin used in Concure A allows direct application of many reduction in shelf life.
floor coverings and paint systems, as given typically below:
- water based emulsion paints containing PVA, PVC, acrylic Limitations
co-polymers or pliolite**. - Concure A should only be applied in well ventilated areas.
- bituminous emulsions and solutions
- Any concrete surfaces which receive treatment with
- thin section polymer modified cement systems
Concure A should not be disturbed until the concrete has
- epoxy resin coatings which do not rely on penetration for gained sufficient strength to bear surface loading.
substrate bond
- Concure A should not be exposed to moving water, or rain,
during application or before it has become tack free.
Estimating
- Concure A has been tested for bond to subsequent finishes
Supply
and found to perform satisfactorily. However, many
Concure A : 20 litre packs
variations of each individual type of finish exist and it is not
Fosroc Solvent 102 : 5 litre packs
possible to test each and every one. It is therefore
Coverage recommend that an onsite bond test is carried out to
determine absolute suitability.
Coverage figures quoted for Concure A are indicative; and
based upon application to fresh or damp concrete at the
Technical support
appropriate time. Care should be taken to ensure that the
concrete is indeed ready to accept the curing membrane. Fosroc offers a comprehensive technical support service to
specifiers, end users and contractors. It is also able to offer
Application rates outside the range given below may be used
on-site technical assistance, an AutoCAD facility and dedicated
if necessary, but it is recommended to first contact your local
specification assistance in locations all over the world.
fosroc office.
Concure A : 4.5 to 5.5 m2/litre
Concure A - Page 2 of 4
Fosroc Concure A
Precautions Additional Information
Health and safety Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary products

which include :
Concure A and Fosroc Solvent 102 should not come into contact
with skin or eyes, or be swallowed. Avoid inhalation of vapour spray. ! waterproofing membranes & waterstops
Use only in well ventilated areas. If work is required in confined
! joint sealants & filler boards
spaces, then respiratory equipment should be used.Suitable
protective gloves and goggles should be worn at all times. Splashed ! cementitious & epoxy grouts
on the skin should be removed with water. In case of contact with
! specialised flooring materials
eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
If swallowed seek medical attention immediately - do not induce Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of products
vomiting. specifically designed for the repair and refurbishment of damaged
concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic Approach’ to concrete repair features
Fur further information, please consult the relevant Material Safety
the following :
Data Sheet for these products.
! hand-placed repair mortars
Fire
! spray grade repair mortars
Concure A and Fosroc Solvent 102 are flammable, store in
accordance with local fire prevention regulations. Keep away from ! fluid micro-concretes
sources of ignition, in the event of fire extinguish using CO2 or foam.
! chemically resistant epoxy mortars
Do not use a water jet.
! anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
Flash points
Concure A : 40°C ! chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
Fosroc Solvent 102 : 33°C For further information on any of the above, please consult your
Cleaning and disposal local Fosroc office - as below.
Spillages of Concure A or Fosroc Solvent 102 should be absorbed

onto sand, earth or vermiculite and transferred to suitable containers.
Remnants should be hosed down with large quantities of water.
The disposal of excess or waste material should be carried out in

accordance with local legislation, under the guidance of the local
waste regulatory authority.
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Fosroc Concure A
Why use polymer curing compounds? General purpose
Polymer curing compounds are ultimately more efficient and The general purpose category is designed for common
cost effective than water because they are a one time, one concreting applications; such as floor slabs, columns etc.
coat application. Both products are available in clear and white pigmented
versions, the latter being of particular benefit in reducing solar
The alternative, with water curing, is to constantly monitor the
heat gain on large, exposed surface areas.
concrete surface and replenish with water as and when
necessary. During the summer months this can easily Concure WB
become a full time occupation - right through the night - and is
! water based curing compound > 80% efficiency
very difficult to maintain on vertical or inclined elements.
! economic answer to curing problems
In contrast, polymer compounds are practical, very easy to
apply and produce a constant, controlled rate of cure, which Concure RB90
will underwrite the future durability of the concrete.
! resin based curing compound > 90% efficiency
! more efficient cement hydration - more durable concrete
! cost effective, high performance
! improved surface quality - reduces permeability
Dual purpose
! reduced plastic shrinkage - minimises cracks and repairs
The dual purpose compounds, as the name suggest, not
The Concure range only provide efficient curing, but also include equally important,
permanent and supplementary features.
Fosroc has developed the Concure range of concrete curing
compounds to suit a variety of concreting applications. Concure DPM
Each Concure product is designed to meet specific site ! bitumen based curing compound
criteria; and each one is classified, according to ASTM C309,
! provides permanent waterproofing
as a high performance curing compound. The range itself
can be split into two distinct categories: Concure A
! General purpose - Concure WB ! acrylic resin curing compound

- Concure RB90
! acts as a permanent hardener and dustproofer
! Dual purpose - Concure DPM
- Concure A

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Concure A

l Comments
It is suggested that, for temperatures above 35³C, the following guidelines are adopted as good
working practice:
keep cool those surfaces of the equipment, which will come into direct contact with the material
itself.
necessary.
process.
Equipment
It is suggested that the following list of equipment is adopted as a minimum requirement.

Application equipment : Roller, Brush or Knapsack type spray equipment

Cleaning equipment : Proprietary blasting equipment
Or
High-pressure steam or water jet pump
Application - points of note
This ensures that repairs are completed satisfactorily so that the long-term performance of the
to offer technical assistance and training, either on-site or at its Training Centre in Dubai
Al Gurg Fosroc
LLC
Section B : Application Method
1.0 Preparation
1.1 The concrete surface should be fresh and free of surface water. Please ensure that there is
no formations of bleed water prior to commencing application.
1.2 For new hardened concrete, (after demoulding), the surface should be wet before
commencing application. Dry surface will prove a problem in removing the curing membrane
and will leave stains.
2.0 Application
2.1 Concure A can be applied with brush or roller but the use of knapsack type spray equipment
is preferred. The spray equipment will give a continuous and uniform surface appearance.
Maintain pump pressure to give an even spray.
2.2 Stir the material well before commencing application. By stirring, there should be an even
dispersal of the pigment.
2.3 The spray nozzle should be held at a distance of 450mm from the concrete substrate and
passed back and forth to ensure complete coverage.
2.4 The application should be continuous and should provide an unbroken membrane.
2.5 Care should be taken that the surface is not trafficked until the membrane dries completely
and the concrete attains its trafficable strength.
3.0 Overcoating
3.1 Concure A allows overcoating with water based emulsion paints containing PVA, PVC,
acrylic co-polymers or pliolite, bituminous emulsions and solutions, thin section polymer
modified cement systems or epoxy resin coatings which do not rely on penetration for
substrate bond. Please consult the local Fosroc office for clarifications.
4.0 Cleaning
4.1 Cleaning with water will remove the Concure A from the tools and equipment.
4.2 Clean the tools and equipment’s with Fosroc Solvent 102 to remove the wax from the nozzle.
Page 2 of 3
This method statement is offered by Fosroc as a ‘standard proposal’ for the application of
Concure A. It remains the responsibility of the Engineer to determine the correct method for any
given application.
Where alternative methods are to be used, these must be submitted to Fosroc for approval, in
writing, prior to commencement of any work. Fosroc will not accept responsibility or liability for
variations to the above method statement under any other condition.
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Fosroc Expancell constructive solutions
Closed cell polyethylene joint sealant back-up cord
Design criteria
Uses
Typical sealed expansion joint detail showing the installed
Expancell is a closed cell polyethylene foam supplied in Expancell back-up cord.
circular cord lengths for use as a back up material for joint
sealing applications. Expancell is available in a variety of
sizes ranging from 6mm to 50mm in diameter suitable for
the most commonly encountered joint dimensions.
Advantages
! Economical
! Easy to install
! Readily compressible
! Rot proof and non-absorbent
! Provides bond breaker and minimum strain shape for
joint sealants
! Provides a firm backing for sealant tooling
Description
Instructions for use
Expancell polyethylene foam back-up cords have the ability
to perform several functions. They enable the correct width to Expancell cords are normally installed by push fitting into
depth ratio of the sealing slot to be maintained and provide a clean, dry, dust free joints. If necessary a blunt tool can be
firm backing for the sealant to be tooled. This will precipitate used to assist in the insertion, however care must be exercised
wetting of the sides of the joint during the sealant application in avoiding damage to the skin of the Expancell.
thus facilitating good adhesion.
The diameter of the cord should be approximately 20% to
The use of Expancell will also act as a bond breaker at the 25% greater than the width of the joint, this will ensure that the
base of the joint thus preventing three sided adhesion and cord is tightly held in position therefore greatly assisting in
the accompanying additional stress during joint movement. maintaining the required depth to width ratio. Additionally the
aesthetic effect of the finished sealant will be enhanced when
Non-absorbent and rot proof, the functional performance of
tooling / finishing from a firm base.
Expancell is not impaired by climatic extremes.
When installed, the circular section of the Expancell cord
Properties provides a convex face giving the optimum minimum strain
shape for elastomeric sealants.
Form : Compressible closed cell
foam circular cords Technical support
Durability : Excellent
Dimensional stability : Excellent Fosroc offers a comprehensive technical support service to
Water absorption : Negligible specifiers, end users and contractors. It is also able to offer
Colour : Grey on-site technical assistance, an AutoCAD facility and
Temperature stability : - 40°C to + 60°C dedicated specification assistance in locations all over the
world.
Expancell
Fosroc Expancell
Estimating Additional Information
Expancell cords are available in pre-packed cartons. The Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary
lengths of each cord diameter contained per carton are products which include :
identified as follows:
! waterproofing membranes & waterstops
Cord diameter (mm) Linear metres / carton ! joint sealants & filler boards
10 1000*
15 600* ! cementitious & epoxy grouts
20 400* ! specialised flooring materials
25 400*
30 2 Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
40 2 products specifically designed for the repair and
refurbishment of damaged concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic
Note: All Items marked * are also available in 100m packs. Approach’ to concrete repair features the following :
Storage ! hand-placed repair mortars
Store under cover in a dry location away from heat sources. ! spray grade repair mortars
! fluid micro-concretes
Precautions
! chemically resistant epoxy mortars
Health and safety
! anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
There are no health hazards associated with Expancell in
normal use. ! chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
Fire For further information on any of the above, please consult

Expancell is combustible and will catch fire if exposed to flame
or other sources of ignition.

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Fosroc Thioflex 600 constructive solutions
Multi-component, gun and pouring grade, polysulphide

sealant
Uses Thioflex 600 is particularly recommended for use in high rise

buildings and other applications where access for subse-
Sealing movement joints in building and civil engineering
quent maintenance will be difficult and the risk of early move-
structures, including superstructures, reservoirs, floors,
ment failure must be minimised. It is also suitable for sealing
basements and subways.
joints in brickwork, retaining walls, reservoirs, basements
and subways.Thioflex 600 pouring grade is recommended
Advantages
for sealing expansion joints and stress relief joints in floors or
 A high quality product meeting key international stand- other horizontal surfaces.
ards
 Forms a tough, elastic rubber-like seal Specification
 Acts as an acoustic sealant Joints shall be sealed using Fosroc Thioflex 600, two part,
 Accommodates continuous and cyclic movement polysulphide sealant, manufactured by Fosroc to BS 4254
1983, and ASTM C 920 -87. Joints shall be prepared and the
 Excellent adhesion to most common substrates
sealant mixed and applied in accordance with the manufac-
 High resistance to ageing reduces physical damage due
turer’s current data sheet.
to climatic extremes
Design criteria
Standards compliance
Thioflex 600 may be applied to joints between 5 and 50 mm
 British Standard BS 4254: 1983.
wide. Joints which are expected to experience cyclic move-
 British Standard BS 6920: 1988 (gun grade grey).
ments should be designed to an optimum width:depth ratio of
 U.S. Federal Specification TT-S-00227E November 1969
2:1, subject to the overriding recommended minimum sealant
(amended 1970).
depths set out below:
 DTp specification for Highway Works Dec 1991 series
1000 clause 1017. 5 mm for metals, glass and other non-porous surfaces;
 ASTM C 920-87, Type M, Class 25.
10 mm for all porous surfaces;
Description 20 mm for trafficked joints and those subject to hydrostatic

pressures.
Thioflex 600 is a multi-component joint sealant, based on a
liquid polysulphide polymer, which when mixed and applied, To ensure that the sealant remains within its stated move-
cures to form a tough, rubber-like seal. The cured seal- ment capacity (25% MAF), sealing slot widths should be de-
ant exhibits excellent adhesion to most surfaces including signed in accordance with the recommendations of BS 6093.
primed concrete, glass, aluminium and stainless steel.
The use of a surface primer is always required on porous
Thioflex 600 is available in gun and pouring grades. The gun surfaces. On non-porous surfaces a primer is not normally
grade is ideal for general application. It is packed in ready required except where glass or glazed surfaces are to be
to mix, 2.5 litre & 4 litre tins containing the base and curing permanently immersed in water.
agent in the correct proportions. The pouring grade for joints
Example of a sealed movement joint in brickwork/blockwork
in horizontal surfaces is supplied in 4 litre & 5 litre packs
is shown below
with the base and curing agent in separate tins. Both these
1 Thioflex 600*‡
grades are available in Grey colour only.
2 Hydrocell XL*‡
For coloured sealants, Fosroc recommends the use of Ni- 3 Brickwork
toseal MS300*‡, a single component high performance silyl 4 D.P.C.
terminated polyether sealant, available in white, grey, black, 5 Blockwork
portland, rustic red and brown.
Thioflex 600
Fosroc Thioflex 600
Example of a sealed subway expansion joint is shown below: Chemical resistance to occasional spillage:
Dilute acids resistant
Dilute alkalis resistant
Petrol resistant
Aviation fuels resistant
Diesel fuel resistant
Kerosene resistant
1 Thioflex 600 Lubricating oils resistant
2 Bond breaking tape Skydrol resistant
3 Supercast Rearguard ‘S’ waterstop White spirit resistant
4 Blinding concrete Chlorinated solvents not resistant
5 Membrane Aromatic solvents not resistant
6 Bitucell*‡ Dilute oxidising acids not resistant
Properties Instructions for use
Joint preparation
Form : Grey colour, multi-part,
The joint surfaces must be thoroughly dry, clean and frost
paste compound
free. Remove all dust and laitance by rigorous wire brushing,
Movement accommodation
grinding or grit blasting. Remove all rust, scale and protective
factor (BS 6093) : 25% butt joints
lacquers from metal surfaces. Remove any oil or grease with
50% lap joints
Fosroc Joint Cleaner.
Physical or
chemical change : Chemical cure Any expansion joint filler must be checked to ensure it is
Pot life : 2 hours @ 25°C tightly packed and no gaps or voids exist at the base of the
1 hour @ 35°C sealing slot before positioning a bond breaker.
Setting time : 36 hours @ 15°C
Note: The use of a bond breaker is not required in expansion
18 hours @ 25°C
joints containing Fosroc Hydrocell XL*‡ or Expancell*‡ cellular
12 hours @ 35°C
polyethylene expansion joint fillers. For construction or con-
Cure time : 2 weeks @ 15°C
traction joints a bond breaker tape or back-up strip should be
1 week @ 25°C
used. Where hydrostatic pressure exists, only bond breaking
4 days @ 35°C
tapes must be used, not foamed back-up strips.
Application temperature : 5 to 50°C
Hardness shore ‘A’ 25°C : 20 to 30 Where a particularly neat finish is required, mask the face
Water immersion : Thioflex 600 must be fully edges of the joint before priming and remove immediately
cured before permanent after tooling is completed.
immersion in water.
Priming
Biological resistance : Thioflex 600 has been eval-
uated in microbiologically ac- Non-porous surfaces
tive situations and has been
Use Primer MS2 on glass, ceramics and metals. The two
shown to have resistance to
part chemically active clear liquid is to be applied by brush or
aerobic conditions.
pad. One thin coat should be applied and allowed to dry for
Solids content : 100%
10 to 30 minutes prior to sealant application.
Density : 1.62 to 1.73 kg/litre
according to colour. Porous surfaces
Flash point : Over 65°C
Primer 7E: It is a two part high performance chemically active
Flammability : Burns but does not readily
non-toxic liquid for brush application to prime all concrete,
support combustion.
stone, brickwork, timber and unglazed edges of ceramic
tiles. Add component A of Primer 7E to component B and mix
throughly until a homogeneuos dispersion is achieved. Apply
one thin coat using a clean, dry brush, ensuring complete
coverage. Avoid over priming resulting in an excess of primer
Thioflex 600 - Page 2 of 4

Fosroc Thioflex 600
in the base of the joint or application beyond faces. The mixed - Only Thioflex 600 Gun Grade should be used in vertical
Thioflex 600 must be applied when the primer becomes tacky or horizontal joints in reservoirs or other water retaining
but not wet (typically between 5 - 20 minutes after application). structures.
If the primer dries, the joint surfaces must be re-primed before
- Thioflex 600 is not recommended for use in highly chlorin-
applying the sealant.
ated water. If in doubt, contact your local Fosroc technical
Steel surfaces services department.
Iron and steel must be protected with an anti-corrosion primer

Estimating
prior to sealing.
Supply
Mixing
Thioflex 600 GG : 2.5 litre & 4 litre packs
Gun Grade Thioflex 600 PG : 4 litre & 5 litre packs
Primer MS2 : 500 ml cans
The base component and curing agent are supplied ready for
Primer 7E : 500 ml cans
mixing in a single tin. Mix thoroughly using a slow speed drill
Fosroc solvent 102 : 5 litre containers
(300-500 rpm) fitted with a Fosroc Mixing Paddle (MR2) for
5 minutes. Only thorough mixing, including material right at the Coverage
bottom of the tin, will result in proper curing. In cold weather Primer MS2 : 8-10 m2/litre
Thioflex 600 mixes more easily if stored overnight at room Primer 7E : 8-10 m2/litre
temperature.
Note: Coverage figures given are theoretical due to wastage
Immediately after mixing, load the sealant into a Fosroc ‘G’ factors, variety and the nature of substrates, practical
Gun using the follower plate, and apply to the joint. coverage figures may be reduced, this will vary with
site and application conditions.
Pouring Grade
Guide to sealant quantities
Thioflex 600 Pouring Grade is supplied in two separate con-
Joint Litres Metre run Metre run Metre run
tainers. The small container contents should be transferred to
size per per per per
the other tin, and mixed as per the gun grade instructions. The
in mm Metre run 2.5 ltr pack 4ltr pack 5 ltr pack
pouring grade may be poured directly into horizontal joints or
5x5 0.025 100.00 160.00 200.00
for application to horizontal joints less than 15 mm wide loaded
5 x 10 0.050 50.00 80.00 100.00
into a Fosroc ‘G’ Gun. For quantity application, a Fosroc 1.5
10 x 5 0.050 50.00 80.00 100.00
litre gun is available.
10 x 10 0.100 25.00 40.00 50.00
Finishing 20 x 10 0.200 12.50 20.00 25.00
20 x 15 0.300 8.30 13.30 16.60
Thioflex 600 should be tooled to a smooth finish. A minimum
20 x 20 0.400 6.20 10.00 12.50
of surface lubricant such as dilute detergent solution may
40 x 20 0.800 3.10 5.00 6.20
be used to assist the process. Any masking tape should be
40 x 25 1.000 2.50 4.00 5.00
removed immediately after tooling.
40 x 30 1.200 2.00 3.30 4.10
Cleaning 40 x 40 1.600 1.50 2.50 3.10
50 x 25 1.250 2.00 3.20 4.00
Clean equipment immediately after use with Fosroc Solvent 102.
50 x 30 1.500 1.60 2.64 3.30
50 x 40 2.000 1.25 2.00 2.50
Limitations
50 x 50 2.500 1.00 1.60 2.00
- Over-painting of sealants is not recommended because of
0.5 litre of Primer MS2 will be sufficient for 60 meters of joint.
the inability of paint films to accept movement. However, if
required, trials should be carried out to determine compati- 1.5 litre of Primer 7E to 150m length of 10 x 20mm joint.
bility.
These are theoretical yields. No allowance has been made
- Thioflex 600 should not be used in direct contact with ma- for variation in joint width or wastage.
terials containing pitch or bitumen.
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Fosroc Thioflex 600
Storage Additional Information
Thioflex 600, Primer 7E and Primer MS2 have a storage life Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary prod-
of 12 months when kept in original containers and stored in ucts which include :
dry conditions between 5°C and 27°C.
 waterproofing membranes & waterstops
Precautions  joint sealants & filler boards
Health and safety  cementitious & epoxy grouts
Thioflex 600, Primer MS2 and Primer 7E should not come in  specialised flooring materials
contact with skin and eyes or be swallowed. Avoid breathing
Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of prod-
of vapour. Splashes must be washed off immediately. Wear
ucts specifically designed for the repair and refurbishment
impervious rubber or PVC gloves and eye protection. Hands
of damaged concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic Approach’ to
should be thoroughly washed with soap and water before
concrete repair features the following :
eating or smoking. In the case of eye contact seek medical
attention immediately.  hand-placed repair mortars
Thioflex 600 curing agent consists of a heavy metal based  spray grade repair mortars
oxide. Cured sealant should not be burned off due to the
 fluid micro-concretes
generation of toxic fumes. Empty containers must be collect-
ed for careful disposal and not left lying about.  chemically resistant epoxy mortars
Fire  anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
Fosroc Solvent 102 is flammable. Primer MS2 and primer  chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
7E are highly flammable, store away from heat. Do not use
For further information on any of the above, please consult
near naked flames or other sources of ignition. No smok-
ing. Use in well ventilated surroundings. In the event of fire,
extinguish with CO2 foam.
Flash point
Primer MS2 : 23°C
Primer 7E : 23°C
For further information, refer to the Product Material Safety

Data Sheet.

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Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the Supply of
Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to obtain the recent version.
Head Office
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
Regional offices
Bahrain, YBA Kanoo telephone: 17738200 fax: 17732828 email: bahrain@fosroc.com
United Arab Emirates Kuwait, Boodai telephone: 4817618 fax: 4832124 email: kuwait@fosroc.com
www.fosroc.com Qatar, Tadmur telephone: 4432365 fax: 4419517 email: qatar@fosroc.com
UAE/0300/16/L
Typical Location of Use
Clarification Letter from Fosroc
Compliance with Project Specification
Material Submittal
Floor Hardener
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
Compliance with Project Specification
Section Reference Project Specification Submittal Characteristics Comply/Deviate/Remarks
Section 096723 Floor Hardener
1.1 Summary Noted for compliance
1.2 System Description Noted
1.3 Standards Physical properties complying to See Product Data Sheets Equivalent & Acceptable
DIN standards Nitobond AR: BS 6290, BS 6319,
BS 7542
Nitoflor AR: ASTM C779-89a B,
BS 1881, Mohs Hardness, BS 812
Concure A: ASTM C309 B,
BS 81110:PE 6, BS 7542, ASTM
C156
Thioflex 600: BS 4254, BS 6920,
ASTM C920-87
1.4 Submittals A. Product data Technical Datasheets provided Compliant
B. Samples for finish Mock-up will be undertaken Noted for Compliance
C. Quality Assurance Submittals

1. Installer Certificates Installers Certification training Noted for Compliance
will be undertaken onsite
2. Material Certificates Fosroc Technical Data Compliant
3. Material Test Reports Fosroc Technical Data Compliant
1.5 Quality Assurance A. Reference Standards and See Section 1.3 above Equivalent & Compliant
Regulatory Requirements
B. Source Limitation Primary and secondary materials Compliant
from a single source
C. Mock-ups Mock-up will be undertaken Noted for compliance
1.6 Delivery, Storage and Original packages Fosroc Storage Data Noted for Compliance
Handling Manufacturer’s labels
Directions for storage etc.
1.7 Site Conditions Environmental limitation Fosroc Technical Data & Method Noted for Compliance
Lighting Statements
Close area not less than 7 days
2.1 Material A. Properties: Fosroc Nitoflor Emeritop Data

Sheets
Powder-form Powder-form Compliant
Size: 0-4 mm in diameter Not stated
Mohs' hardness: minimum 8 Mohs Hardness 9 Compliant
Flexural strength: N/mm²- Min See clarification letter from Fosroc Compliant
10(DIN 1100)
Compressive strength: N/mm²- 70 N/mm²BS 1881, see Deviate & Acceptable
Min 80 (DIN 1100) clarification letter from Fosroc
Wear (/50cm2): Max 6 cm3 (DIN Abrasion Resistance improved by Equivalent & Compliant
52108) over 300% ASTM C779
Other properties Fosroc Nitoflor Emeritop Data Equivalent & Compliant
B. Surface treatment Fosroc Nitobond AR Equivalent & Compliant
C. Mix rates Fosroc Nitoflor Emeritop is a Equivalent & Compliant

Ready-mix broadcast application
product
3.1 Examination A. Examine & verify substrates, Noted for Compliance

areas, conditions comply
with requirements specified
B. Concrete subfloors comply Noted for Compliance
with ASTM F 710
Slab substrates are dry and
clean, subfloors no cracks,
ridges, depressions etc.
C. Start installation under Noted for Compliance
satisfactory conditions
3.2 Preparation A. Prepare and clean substrates Noted for Compliance

following manufacturer’s
instructions
B. Provide sound & clean Noted for Compliance
concrete surface
3.3 Application Apply in two stages As manufacturer’s instructions Compliant
Compact the layer to the finish
Trowel the hardener to achieve a
hard, dense surface
Topping thickness is 4mm
3.4 Curing A. The treated concrete shall be Fosroc “Concure A”. Equivalent & Compliant
cured and sealed As manufacturers product data
B. Sprayed the curing & sealing
compound at rate of 150g/m2 As manufacturers product data
C. The compound requirement
• Viscosity: 500 - 600mPas As manufacturers product data
(DIN 53015)
• Resin Density: 1.13g/cm³
• Hardener Density:
1.04g/cm³
• Pendulum hardness:
120-140 sec (DIN 53157)
3.5 Protection A. Contractor protect the floor Noted for Compliance

B. Contractor repair the Noted for Compliance
damaged floor to employer
satisfaction
C. Not use ramset or nails for Noted for Compliance
fixings, bolt fixings need first
approved by employer
D. Free from traffic 7 days Noted for Compliance
before use

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CCCC EAE ADPI

Addis Ababa International Airport Expansion

Submittal No: C2-6-310 Revision: C Date: 2017.5.13

ADDIS ABABA BOLE

Aéropots de Paris Ingénierie

Fosroc's product range is as follows:-

Acrylic emulsion primer and bonding agent for concrete

Uses Instructions for use

Apply one full coat of Nitoprime Zincrich*† to all exposed steel

Nitobond AR should be removed from tools, equipment and Shelf life

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

High temperature working

Application - points of note

Section B : Application Method

1.0 Surface preparation

2.0 Reinforcement Priming

4.2 Cured material can only be removed by mechanical means

Section C : Approval and variations

Emery based monolithic surface hardening compound

Uses Design criteria

Nitoflor Emeritop provides an extremely hard abrasion Base concrete

Description Vacuum dewatering is not recommended.

Nitoflor Emeritop surface hardening compound is a quality

Technical support Other physical properties of Dynagrip (to BS 812)

104 to 5 x 105 ohms.

Specification Bay edges

c) Final finishing of the floor using the blades of a power float

Nitoflor Emeritop - Page 2 of 4

Proper curing of concrete floors treated with Nitoflor Emeritop Supply

- Do not apply to concrete containing calcium chloride or

Nitoflor Emeritop is irritating to the eyes, respiratory system

In case of contact with skin, wash with water. In case of

For further information, see Product Safety Data Sheet.

Nitoflor Emeritop is non-flammable.

Nitoflor Emeritop - Page 3 of 4

Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary prod-

 waterproofing membranes & waterstops

 joint sealants & filler boards

 cementitious & epoxy grouts

 specialised flooring materials

Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of prod-

 hand-placed repair mortars

 spray grade repair mortars

 chemically resistant epoxy mortars

 anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings

 chemical and abrasion resistant coatings

For further information on any of the above, please consult

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

High temperature working

Protective clothing : Protective overalls

Preparation equipment : Wire brush

Mixing equipment : Measuring jug

mixing paddle and suitably sized mixing vessel, or

Forced-action mixer, fitted with a suitable paddle

Application equipment : Hand application trowel

Application - Points Of Note

1.0 Site organisation

Total floor area = 1000 m2

Total spread rate = 5 kg/m2

OPTION 1 Split into 4 bays of 250 m2

Second application = 250 x 2 kg/m2 = 500 kg = 20 bags

OPTION 2 Split into 3 bays of 333 m2

Second application = 333 x 2 kg/m2 = 666 kg = 26.64 bags