Floorings

USES

On pavements and floors where hardness, anti-skid, abrasion and impact resistance properties are required, e.g. foot paths, godowns and ware houses where metal wheeled carts ply, runway, heavy traffic lanes, service stations, parking lots, skating ring, playing courts, garages and workshops, foundries, steel casting units, etc.

ADVANTAGES

• 1. High Impact resistance.
• 2. High abrasion resistance.
• 3. Low mechanical wear and tear, long durability.
• 4. Anti-skid, even when wet.
• 5. Economical.
• 6. Excellent finish.
• 7. Easy to apply.

APPLICATION

For Light duty floor

The substrate concrete on which Hind Emetop M is to be broadcast, should be at least M-20 grade, prepared with a low water-cement ratio, preferably admixed with a water reducing plasticizer like Hind Plast Super. After the bleed water has evaporated a dry mix of 1 part Hind Emetop M and 4 parts of cement has to be sprinkled and finished with steel trowel.

Broadcasting is to be done by hand and immediately the floor top should be smoothened either by hand trowel or mechanically, over-trowelling should be strictly avoided. Finishing should be done competently and power float can be used, if desired. Curing to be done as per standard practice for 28 days. The floor can be open to light vehicular traffic from 7 days onwards and full use after 28 days. The Thickness of the hard top flooring varies from 3 to 6 mm over a substrate concrete of 35 to 45 mm.

For Heavy duty floor

The substrate concrete on which Hind Emetop M is to be broadcast, should be at least M-20 grade, prepared with a low water-cement ratio, preferably admixed with a water reducing plasticizer like Hind Plast Super RP. After the bleed water has evaporated a mix of 1 part Hind Emetop M and 4 parts of cement 2 parts of 6mm down aggregate to be mixed with 0.45 w/c ratio has to be laid and finished with steel trowel.

Broadcasting is to be done by hand and immediately the floor top should be smoothened either by hand trowel or mechanically, over- trowelling should be strictly avoided. Finishing should be done competently and power float can be used, if desired. Curing to be done as per standard practice for 28 days. The floor can be open to light vehicular traffic from 7 days onwards and for full use after 28 days. The thickness of hard top flooring varies from 10 to 12 mm to be laid over a substrate of 38 to 40 mm

PROPERTIES

Aspect	Metallic Grey granule
Moh’s Hardness	9 1 (Steel score)
Water Absorption	5 to 6%
Absorption Resistance	1.5 (mean)
CoverageLight duty floor Heavy duty floor	330 gms per mm thickness of topping per M2. 360 gms per mm thickness of topping per M2..

SHELF LIFE

18 months from the date of manufacture.

PACKING

40 kg. Bag.  Should be stored in a dry place.

HANDLING PRECAUTION

Hind Emetop M is non-toxic and should handled with wearing rubber gloves. If contact with eyes occurs, wash well immediately with water and seek medical advice.

USES

Hind Emetop NM when trowelled into the surface of concrete floors forms a toughened hard-wearing surface suitable for industrial use. It is recommended for factory floors, warehouse, hangers and car parks that are subjected to heavy traffic and high concentration electrical installations.

ADVANTAGES

• 1. Provides build in wear resistance and produces high abrasion resistant floor surface.
• 2. Extreme surface density resists oil and water penetration.
• 3. May be used for areas in the open and continuously wet.
• 4. Non-rusting and easy maintenance.
• 5. Fast construction with minimum site costs for materials handling and non-bonding problems.

APPLICATION

Hind Emetop NM is dry mixed in the ratio of 2:1 with cement, broadcast evenly over the surface of freshly laid concrete and then trowel led to an uniform and smooth finish. The floor concrete should be structurally sound and placed in accordance with good concrete practices. The Water: Cement ratio should be kept to a minimum consistency with the need to produce a fully compacted concrete without excess water coming to the surface. Particular care must be taken at the corners and edges of bays, hand ramming and firm trowelling being carried out to ensure that the level can be maintained throughout the subsequent   trowelling operations.

Two bags (100kg) of Hind Emetop NM one bag (50 kg) of Portland cement should be thoroughly dry mixed on a clean, flat surface. Water must not be added.

The Hind Emetop NM /Cement mix should be broadcast in two equal stages evenly over the surface of freshly laid concrete as soon as the surface water has evaporated. Immediately after each stage of broadcasting of Hind Emetop NM /Cement mixture the first trowelling should be carried out, either by hand or by means of a power float. When the surface has sufficiently stiffened a second trowelling should be given to close any pores and remove any undulation in the surface. This be followed by a final hand trowelling to remove any disc mark. The floor must be thoroughly cured.

COVERAGE   

This varies from 3 to 7 Kg per m²   depending on the type of floor as follows:

Moderate Duty	3 Kg/m2
Medium Duty	5 Kg/m2 .
Heavy Duty	7 Kg/m2 .

Note: The amount are for Hind Emetop NM only, it must be mixed with 50% Portland cement before it is applied to the floor surface. The Concrete floor on which it has to applied should be Minimum of grade M-20.

PROPERTIES

Aspect	Greyish Granular Powder.
Water Absorption	1-2%.
Improvement of Abrasion Resistance/wear Resistance	215 % – 320 % over controlled concrete (Minimum Grade of M-20). It will be tested as per IS-1237, 1980, with the sample specimen of Mortar Cake (1:2) of size 7.06 cm x 7.06 cm. x max. 35 mm. thick. It can be represented either in terms of Loss of thickness or in terms of % Improvement of /abrasion Resistance/wear Resistance with respect to the minimum loss of thickness of the sample with floor hardener.
Compressive Strength	50-75 N/ mm2. Test as per IS-516, 1959 : applicable with M-30 to M-45 grade of concrete the dose of Hind Emetop NM will be as per the type of floor. In general Doses varies from 12-28 kg./ Cum or 3-7 kg. / Sqm. It must be sprayed over the green concrete immediately after the evaporation of bleeding water.

SHELF LIFE

18 months from the date of manufacture.

PACKING

40 Kg Polyethylene Lined Waterproof gunny bags.

HANDLING PRECAUTION

Hind Emetop NM is non-toxic and ingestion is to be avoided. If contact with eyes occurs, wash well immediately with water and seek medical advice.

USES

Hind Emetop RTU when trowel led into the surface of concrete floors forms a toughened hard-wearing surface suitable for industrial use. It is recommended for factory floors, warehouse, hangers and car parks that are subjected to heavy traffic.

ADVANTAGES

• 1. Provides build in wear resistance and produces high abrasion resistant floor surface.
• 2. Impact resistance twice that of plain concrete.
• 3. Three times greater surface density than plain concrete which increases resistance to penetration by oil, grease, hydraulic fluids, ethylene, glycol and many industrial chemicals.
• 4. May be used for open and continuously wet areas.
• 5. Non-rusting and easy maintenance.
• 6. Fast construction with minimum site costs for materials handling and non-bonding problems.

APPLICATION

Hind Emetop RTU should be broadcast in two equal stages evenly over the surface of freshly laid concrete as soon as the surface water has evaporated. Immediately after each stage of broadcasting of Hind Emetop RTU the first trowelling should be carried out, either by hand or by means of a power float. When the surface has sufficiently stiffened a second trowelling should be given to close any pores and remove any undulation in the surface. This is followed by a final hand trowelling to remove any disc marks. The floor must be thoroughly cured.

COVERAGE 

This varies from 3-7 Kg per Sq. Mtr. depending on the type of floor as follows:

Moderate Duty	3 Kg/m2
Medium Duty	5 Kg/m2 .
Heavy Duty	7 Kg/m2 .

PROPERTIES

Aspect	Greyish Granular Powder.
Water Absorption	1-2%.
Improvement of Abrasion Resistance/wear Resistance	215 % – 320 % over controlled concrete (Minimum Grade of M-20). It will be tested as per IS-1237, 1980, with the sample specimen of Mortar Cake (1:2) of size 7.06 cm x 7.06 cm. x max. 35 mm. thick. It can be represented either in terms of Loss of thickness or in terms of % Improvement of /abrasion Resistance/wear Resistance with respect to the minimum loss of thickness of the sample with floor hardener.
Compressive Strength	50-75 N/ mm2. Test as per IS-516, 1959 : applicable with M-30 to M-45 grade of concrete the dose of Hind Emetop NM will be as per the type of floor. In general Doses varies from 12-28 kg./ Cum or 3-7 kg. / Sqm. It must be sprayed over the green concrete immediately after the evaporation of bleeding water.

SHELF LIFE

6 months from the date of manufacture. Should be kept in a dry and covered place away from moisture.

PACKING

40 Kg in  HDPE Bag.

HANDLING PRECAUTION

Hind Emetop RTU is non-toxic and ingestion is to be avoided. If contact with eyes occurs, wash well immediately with water and seek medical advice.

ADVANTAGES

Hind Coat Prime is very useful in concrete / steel such as

• 1. Excellent adhesion.
• 2. Can be applied even on damp surfaces.
• 3. Easy application by brush / roller.
• 4. Good penetrating property suitable for steel and concrete surfaces.

APPLICATIONS

• 1. For priming on concrete surfaces and steel substrates
• 2. Floors, walls, chemical storage tanks, effluent treatment tanks, lining of bulk chemical storage tanks etc.

PROPERTIES

Pot life at 270C	About 90 minutes
Tack free time	3 hours at 270C.
Initial Hardness	24 hours at 270C.
Temperature limitation for proper product application	100C to 400C.
Density	1050 to 1090 Kg / M2

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Surface Preparation

The surface has to be dry, sound & free from loose particles. This can be achieved by grit blasting or Sand blasting or grinding and water Jetting. The surface should not have moisture content of more than 4 % . The surface should not contain any laitance, grease, oil or any other contamination.

Mixing:

The pre-weighed ready to use components of Hind Coat Prime are mixed thoroughly with a mechanical stirrer having a rpm of 300-350.The mixing should be done till we get a homogenous colour of the mixed material (about 2 to 5 Minutes).The material is brushed on the well prepared surface by a standard paint brush, good quality lamb wool roller or sprayed with an air less spray equipment. Care should be taken to ensure continuous film & proper material consumption.

Cleaning: Clean all tools & equipment immediately using suitable solvent.

COVERAGE

The coverage will be 4 to 5 m² per kg. Coverage varies depending upon substrate condition.

SHELF LIFE

For best result use before 12 months if it is in unopened condition at a cool & dry place.

PACKING

1.5 Kg. 6 Kg. (Component – A & component – B).

HANDLING PRECAUTION

Hind Coat Prime should be applied with gloves & care should be taken to see that it does not fall on eyes. Splashes to the skin must be washed with water and seek medical advice. It is highly inflammable. Keep away from fire.

CHEMICAL RESISTANT HIGH BUILD EPOXY COATING

DESCRIPTION

Hind Coat FC is a Solvent less high build epoxy resin coating which provides long term protection to concrete and mild steel substrates against chemical corrosion. It has high resistance to abrasion and makes the floor surface dust free. The cured surface is hard, smooth and gives a glazed tile like finish. It is joint less and will not support bacterial growth. It has excellent resistance to abrasion and is easily cleaned and sterilized.

USES

• 1. Solvent free and durable coating.
• 2. Excellent adhesions.
• 3. Can be easily applied by brush or roller.
• 4. Seamless application.
• 5. It has excellent resistance to abrasion.

AREA OF APPLICATION

For long term protection of concrete and mild steel substrates against erosion and chemical attack. It is recommended for areas subjected to foot traffic and wheel barrows with pneumatic wheel.

 APPLICATION

• 1. Floors and walls where bacteria free surfaces are required such as: Hospital, Nursing home.
• 2. Food processing areas.
• 3. Tea fermentation floor.
• 4. Computer room & Laboratories.
• 5. Work shop floor in contact with oil, grease etc.
• 6. Factory floor subjected to chemical spillage.
• 7. Loading bays.
• 8. Dust free and chemical resistant floor in electrical and electronic assembly areas and warehouses.
• 9. For lining effluent tanks, chemical storage tanks etc.
• 10. Chemical resistant floors, walls of battery rooms and chemical industries etc.
• 11. Available in attractive range of colors.

APPLICATION METHODOLOGY

Hind Coat FC will have excellent adhesion to the substrate if the surface is sound, free of dust, grease, oil etc.Concrete surface must be even and free of pot holes. Remove all laitance by abrading or wire brushing. Remove all the dust from the surface. If the surface is contaminated by oil or grease, wash with dilute Hydrochloric acid. Wash the floor with clean water till the surface is free from acid. Allow to dry before Hind Coat FC is applied (Consult our Technical Service Department for advice).

PRIMING 

All surface should be primed using Hind Coat Prime @ 250 gm./M². Allow the primer to dry for 4-6 hours till it is touch dry. Mix primer Component A&B thoroughly and apply.

COATING

Mix together Hind Coat FC Component A&B thoroughly using a pallet knife or an electrical drill mixer till a homogeneous uniform color is obtained. Unmixed material will not cure properly and will fail in performance.

After the primer has dried, apply Hind Coat – FC by brush or roller to the required thickness. Hind Coat FC is a high build coating.A thickness of 250 micron can be applied in one application. But it is advisable to apply two coats at right angle to each other. This way any blemishes in the first coat will get covered by the second coat. Allow first coat to become tack free before second coat is applied.

RECOMMENDED THICKNESS

Thickness will depend on the condition of the surface and on the type of use. In general thickness varies from 150 microns to 350 microns.

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Acetic Acid	10%
Ammonium Hydroxide	25%
Caustic Soda	50%
Citric Acid	10%
Lactic Acid	10%
Phosphoric Acid	25%
Hydrochloric Acid	35%
Nitric Acid	5%
Sulphuric Acid	10%

Fruit Juices, Beer, Wine, Crude Oil, Petrol. Prolonged Contact will affect the flooring.

PROPERTIES

Pot Life	45  minutes at 270 C
Mixing Ratio	Pack A – 2(Two) Parts : Pack B – 1(one) Part
Tack Free Time	About 4-6 hours at 270 C
Initial Cure	24 hours at 270 C
Full Cure	7 days at 270 C
Over Coating Time	24 hours

All floors which are subjected to spillage of corrosive chemicals, the spillage should be removed immediately by washing with water.

COLOUR RANGE

Hind Coat FC is available in six colors: Ivory, Brick red, Olive green, Light grey, Mid blue and Yellow. The shades below show approximate colors only. While every effort is made in manufacturing to maintain consistency of color, Exact Color matching between batches cannot be guaranteed.

COVERAGE

The coverage will be 2.5 to 4 M² / Kg per coat.

CLEANING

Clean all tools immediately after use with Xylene. Do not let the material to harden.

PACKING

3& 6 Kg in Plastic Containers.

SHELF LIFE

12 months from the date of manufacture in unopened condition and stored in a cool place. Do not expose to direct sunlight.

HANDLING PECAUTION

Hind Coat FC is non-toxic. Any splashes to the skin or eyes must be washed with clean water immediately. Should be applied wearing gloves, care should be taken that it does not fall on eyes.

USES

Hind FLC E is extensively used as flooring and wall coating in Pharmaceuticals, Printing Industries, Food Processing Plants, Workshops, Tea Blending Plants, Chemical resistant linings to tanks and reservoirs etc.

ADVANTAGES

• 1. Excellent chemical resistance.
• 2. Completely dust proof and thus hygienic.
• 3. Durable and hardwearing and of nil maintenance cost.
• 4. Attractive and available in wide color range.

APPLICATION

Surface Preparation

Concrete Surface: The surface of application has to be sound and made free from all dust, dirt, loose & greasy materials and the moisture content of the surface has to be checked. The moisture content can be checked either by a Hygrometer or by an air tight polythene sheet to ensure that no moisture is accumulated in 24 hours.

Metal Surface: Any previous surface treatment should be removed to get back the original metal surface by means of sand blasting. If blasting is not possible descalling guns or rotary wire brush may be used to get the original metal surface. It should be noted that the surface should not get re-oxidised before coating with Hind FLC  E.

Mixing: Hind FLC E is  mixed in small batches taking 2 parts component ‘A’, 1 part component ‘ B ‘ and 0.50 part of component ‘C’ taking their weights with a weighing machine. Pre weighted Component ‘A’ has to be poured in a mixing pot first and then component ‘B’ and ‘C’ are to be poured simultaneously and the mix is to be stirred very slowly. When the mix is uniform the paint has to be applied on the prepared surface with a good quality painting brush .The 2^nd. Coat can be applied after drying of 1st^ststcoat at an interval of minimum 6 hours.

Note: Care should be taken that at the place of coating the air blow is minimized to prevent dust accumulation on wet coating.

PROPERTIES

Aspect	Comp ‘A’- Clear Pale yellow liquidComp ‘B’- Water white liquid Comp ‘C’- Color Paste.
Specific Gravity	1.1 at 270 C
Mixing Ratio	2parts Comp-A: 1 part Comp-B : 0.5 parts Comp-C
Bonding Strength	2 to 2.5  N/ mm² in 7 days.
Compressive strength	35 N/ mm² in 24 hours
Chemical Resistance	Is not affected by a wide range of  acids, alkalies, salts & oils.
Pot life	30 mins at 27° C if not continuously  stirred

CLEANING

All tools and equipment should be cleaned with Xylene, Toluene or suitable solvent.

COVERAGE

1 Kg of mixed Hind FLC E covers an area of 4 M²   when painted on a smooth surface for a DFT of 100 micron in a single coat. The coverage of course is dependent on the surface porosity.

SHELF LIFE

12 months from the date of manufacture if kept unopened and temperature around 30° C.

PACKING

1.75 Kg. & 3.5 Kg. pack.

HANDLING PRECAUTION

While working with Hind FLC E, the workmen should wear gloves and safety shoes, those who are very sensitive in handling epoxy products should also wear safety glasses and clothes.

USES

Hind Actcolor is recommended to be used on concrete floor which needs to be stain resistant, chemical resistant. It is ideal for concrete courtyards in Real Estate Project, Industrial floors in Car  manufacturing  factory, Pharmaceutical factory, Food product  manufacturing unit, Beverage/Bottling Plants, Dam Power House floors etc. etc. It offers High performance-high solids-high pigment loading-Fast drying. It conforms to ASTM D 870 for blistering, adhesion and discoloration. Passes ASTM D 2795 standards for gasoline and motor oil resistance. It also conforms to abrasion resistance standard as per ASTM D 4060.

ADVANTAGES

♠ Out performs epoxies, urethanes and acrylic floor coating in durability, adhesion and low maintenance cost.

♠ Excellent bonding and chemically reacts with concrete forming a durable insoluble bond with the substrate that does not peel, flake or delaminate.

♠ Creates a stronger, more impenetrable and better looking finish that is dust proof, resistant to staining and    deterioration.

♠ Produces a tough trafficable surface for high abuse areas that are subject to light trafficking in 2 hours.

♠ Reduces maintenance, cleaning costs and costly repairs. Only damp mop,   machine scrub or recoating is required.

♠ Environmentally friendly, Low VOC content, Non toxic, Non-flammable, Easy water cleanup and Fast-curing.

♠ Maximum performance may take up to 14 days to develop, depending on temperature and humidity. Do not allow standing water  to be left on the surface.

PROPERTIES

Aspect	Transparent/Colored Aqueous Solution
Total Solids	23%
Active Ingredients	100 % of   total  solids
Specific Gravity at 270 C	1.09    0.05
pH	11 – 12
Flash Point	Nil
VOC Content	Less than 50 gms/Ltr.
Freeze point	320 F  (00 )
Taber Abrasion (Weight, 5N.500 RPM)	1.85 g (Mortal, 2.26g)
Drying Time	3-5 hours.
Depth of Surface Penetration	1-2 mm

STAIN RESISTANCE

Smooth –troweled concrete treated with Hind Actcolor coating was tested for stain resistance from various substances. These compounds were checked at regular intervals upto 24 hours to determine the amount of penetration/staining after checking with a non-abrasive, neutral pH cleaner. After cleaning , the stain was evaluated according to the following scale with ‘0’ indicating no change in the appearance of the stain and  ‘10’ indicating  the stain was completely removed.

SUBSTANCES	30  min	60 mins	90 mins	24 hours
Balsamic Vinegar	10	10	8	8
Red Wine	10	10	9	9
Motor oil	10	10	10	10
Transmission Fluid	10	10	10	10
Skydrol	10	10	10	6

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Hind Actcolor protective coating provides enhanced chemical resistance on the following, but not limited to:

LIMITATIONS

Table I,  ACI Standard 302.1R-89 Chemical hardeners can be used to increase concrete resistance to chemicals including, but not limited to the following:

Aluminum Sulphate	Lead refining solutions	10% Potassium dichromate	Creosote
Ammonium chloride	Potassium per-sulfate	Lignite oils	Cresol
Barium hydroxide	Machine oils	Potassium sulfate	Mustard Oil
Potassium Sulfate	Beef fat	Magnesium chloride	Nickel sulfate
Rapeseed Oil	Calcium nitrate	Magnesium sulfate	Oleic acid 100%
Sea Water	Coal tar oils	Manganese sulfate	Olive oil
Silage	Calcium hydroxide	Manure	Paraffin
Sodium bromide	Carbon dioxide	Mash, fermenting	Tannic acid
Sodium chloride	Carbonic acid	Mercuric chloride	Phosphoric acid, 85%
Sodium carbonate	Castor oil	Mercurous chloride	Pickling brine, 10%
Cottonseed Oil	Mine waste	Sodium nitrite	Poppy seed oil
Potassium aluminum sulfate	Zinc sulfate	Zinc nitrate	Mineral oil
Molasses	Sodium thiosulphate	Soybean oil	Sugar
Sulfite liquor	Tallow & tallow oil	Phenol, 25%	Walnut oil
Tanning liquor, 10%	Tobacco	Zinc chloride	Iodine
Lactic acid, 25%	Sodium sulfate,10%	Distillers slop	Ethylene glycol
Ferric chloride	Ferric sulfate	Fish oil	Fruit juices
Glucose	Glycerin	Hydrogen sulfide, 10%	Potassium carbonate/chloride

Note: This information contained herein, is to the best our knowledge and belief, accurate and is to be used as a guide to product selection. However, since the conditions of handling, installation and use are beyond our control, we make no guarantee of results.

Special conditions for application: Horizontal masonry & concrete substrate only. Keep dry for 24 hours after installation. Do not allow standing water to dwell on surface for 7 days. do not allow traffic until protective coating  surface is completely dry, generally 30 – 60 minutes under typical interior conditions.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES & INSTRUCTIONS

Substrate Preparation: Cement Concrete/Cementitious products

For long term placement create a rough surface profile using diamond grind about #180 for  Clean and neutralization. The surface must be dry, free of surface containments and in sound condition. Grease and oil should be removed as per ASTM D 4258-83 and release agents should be removed as per ASTM D 425-88.

Refer to SPC-SP13/NACE No. 6 mechanical or chemical surface preparation methods for preparing concrete to suitable cleanliness for intended service. Surface preparation methods should impart sufficient surface profile for mechanical adhesion to occur. Ensure surface is thoroughly rinsed and dry prior to preparation and application. Uneven concrete substrate, scratches and cracks are to be repaired with polymer mortar to achieve the smoothness. Mask Areas that do not receive the coating topcoat finish and surface hardener is to be protected from over spray.

Important Instructions:

♠  Complete mixing is essential for good product performance. It is necessary to use a paint-mixing tool mounted on a drill motor or machine agitation (paint shaker) to mix this paint. Mix well and after mixing the coating to be applied immediately.

♠   Spray first coat and work in surface with stiff broom or scrubbing pad on a scrubbing machine.

STEPS FOR APPLICATION

At first concrete is to be poured mixed with surface hardener and allowed to cure for  28 days to achieve the targeted compressive strength.  Secondly application of Hind Actcolor top to be done by rake attached sponge brush. Consumption varies from 0.03 ~ 0.04 Kg/m² . More than 2-3 hours curing under 20⁰ C make the surface ready for next coating stage. In case the application is done in high moisture environment ventilation must be provided to dry and curing of the coating. The second coat of Hind Actcolor to be applied by rake attached sponge brush and the consistency of the coated color to be ensured as like the first coat. Consumption varies from 0.025 ~ 0.03 Kg/m² . After curing for 2-3 hours under the same conditions like the first coat the surface becomes ready for application of the Hind Actcolor Sealed coat. The application of the sealed coat is done by the same method and allowed to full cure. Consumption varies from 0.02 ~ 0.25 Kg/m² . Finally the fully cured surface is polished properly by the floor polishing machine attached with scrubbing pad.

COVERAGE

200 ~ 250 m² / 18 kg ( 0.09kg/m²  ) depending on the porosity of the substrate and the finish.

MAINTENANCE

Routine sweeping, mopping, washing and mechanical scrubbing of floor with water and neutral pH cleaners (if necessary) are recommended. Water only is sufficient for most environments.

Note: Do not use cleaners that are acidic or that have citrus(de-limonene) or Butyl compounds. Although Hind Actcolor, coating is chemically resistant and helps reduce staining, its application in specific chemical environments and some acidic concentrates, may etch the surface causing a residual stain. If unsure check with a conversant concrete technical representative. Regular maintenance and cleaning will help prolong surface shine. Wipe up any chemical spills as soon as possible. Always test adhesion and performance for suitability and desired results before application.

Primary Markets Served

Substrate

Concrete, Concrete blocks, Food Processing Facilities, Pulp and paper Mills, Refineries, Material Handling Equipment, Marine/Port Facilities, Chemical Processing, Waste water treatment facilities , Offshore Platforms and Heliport.

SHELF LIFE

6 months from the date of manufacture if kept in unopened factory sealed container  and  stored  at 30° C.

PACKING

In 18 Kg HDPE Container. Available in Green, Red & Light Grey colour shades. On request Transparent, Yellow, Pink & Blue colour shades will be available.

HANDLING PRECAUTION

Hind Actcolor  is an aqueous Lithium Silicate solution and alkaline in nature and may cause eye & skin irritation. Use hand gloves and goggles while applying the same. Avoid ingestion and prolonged skin contact. If contact with eyes occur wash immediately with clean water and seek medical advice. At the time of application workmen should be cautious because Hind Actcolor applied wet surfaces are slippery.

SELF LEVELING EPOXY RESIN BASED FLOORING SYSTEM

 DESCRIPTION

Hind Selfloor 1000 is a pre weighed two component flooring system consisting of pigmented specially graded aggregates with epoxy resin binder. After application it provides a very smooth dust proof, chemical resistant surface.

USES

• Plant Rooms
• Automobile Industries
• Pharmaceuticals
• Printing Industries
• Warehouses for storage requiring protection from dust.

ADVANTAGES

• Resistant to a wide range of chemicals
• Provides very hygienic surface which can be cleaned easily.
• Durable and abrasion resistant.
• Very attractive and available in a wide range of colors.
• Very fast application.

PROPERTIES

Aspect	Comp A – Colored Liquid, Comp B- Liquid,
Specific Gravity at 270 C	1.5 to 1.55
Working Time	40-45 mins
Compressive Strength	30N/mm2 in 24 hrs. at 270C 75 N/mm2 in 7 days at 270C
Bond Strength	1.5- 2 N/mm2 in 7 days at 270C
Tensile Strength	20 N/mm2 in 7 days at 270C
Flexural Strength	40 N/mm2 in 7 days at 270C
Viscosity	10000 cps suitable solvent.

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Hydro Chloric Acid 15 %	Resistant
Sulphuric Acid 10%	Resistant
Citric Acid 20 %	Resistant
Acetic Acid 10 %	Resistant
Sodium Hydroxide 50%	Resistant
Petrol	Resistant
Diesel	Resistant
Brake Oil	Resistant
Engine Oil	Resistant

APPLICATION

 Surface Preparation: The surface should be sound, dry, free from all dust, dirt, greasy spots before application of primer.

 For New concrete surfaces- New concrete surfaces should be at least cured for 28 days, all laitance should be removed by wire brushing, grinding etc. The moisture content of the surface should be restricted within 5 %.

For Old Concrete/ Floor surface : Old concrete surfaces should be properly cleaned from all depositions dust, dirt, greasy spots preferably by mechanical method . Care should be taken that the floor is properly cleaned from all dust to ensure bonding of the primer.

Priming:

Prior to application of Hind Selfloor 1000 the prepared surface should be given a coat of Hind Coat Prime as per specification. Curing of the primer to become tack free is required for at least 6 hrs but it depends upon the ambient temperature. Preferably the application of Hind Selfloor 1000 is to be done after 24 hrs from application of primer.

Mixing:

Hind Selfloor 1000 is available in pre weighted two component packs. The Comp- B is to be mixed with Comp-A in a clean mixing vessel and mixed for approximately 60 seconds with a slow speed mixing paddle.

Laying:

The mixed material is then laid over pre measured surface designed for getting the desired thickness and spread evenly with a notched trowel. Once the entire material is laid rolling by a nylon spiked roller is to be done to remove trowel marks and to release the air. The roller should be moved to and fro for the entire length and subsequent rolling in the next row is to be done with a overlap on the previous row. The entire operation is to be completed within the pot life of the mixed material.

Note: The application of Hind Selfloor 1000 is to be done with specialized applicator equipped with the Tools required and experienced for laying epoxy flooring systems. It should not be applied to floors at ground level where rising dampness may occur or at places where the temperature is more than 50⁰C.

 Cleaning:

The cleaning of all tools is to be done by organic solvent like Xylene.

Color Range:

Hind Selfloor 1000 is available in colors like Red, Blue, Green, Ivory and yellow.

PACKING

Available in 18.5 Kg Pack

COVERAGE

Thickness	Coverage/Pack
Hind Coat Prime as Primer	5-6 Sq. Mtr per Kg.
Hind Selfloor 1000  2.00 mm Thick	6 Sq.Mtr per Pack (18.5 Kg)
Hind Selfloor 1000  1.5mm Thick	8Sq. Mtr per Pack (18.5 Kg)
Hind Selfloor 1000  1.0 mm Thick	12 Sq. Mtr per Pack (18.5 Kg)

SHELF LIFE

12 months in unopened condition if stored in a cool place. Do not expose to direct sunlight.

HANDLING PRECAUTION

Hind Selfloor 1000 is non toxic. Any splashes to skin must be washed with organic solvent. Should be applied by wearing gloves, care should be taken it does not fall on eyes.