Polypoxy SL 20
Epoxy resin based self levelling floor topping
Seamless, tough, chemical resistant and solvent free self levelling
floor topping
DUBAI GREEN BUILDING REGULATIONS
Certificate No. CL17020460
CHARACTERISTICS
► Self Levelling
► Good resistance to a wide range of chemicals.
► Seamless floor, which helps in keeping the microbial
count low
► Provides a hygienic floor which can be cleaned easily
► Provides a good abrasion resistance and dense,
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impervious flooring
► 100% reactive system totally free of solvents
abrasion Chemical
resistant resistant
DESCRIPTION
Polypoxy SL 20 is a three component, solvent free, epoxy 1
resin based self levelling floor topping which provides a
seamless, tough, chemical resistant and hygienic floor
surface. It can be applied in the thickness of 1mm to 4mm, The surface after carrying out the necessary cleaning shall
giving a glossy floor finish. be vacuumed for removing the dust debris left over after
the cleaning process.
FIELDS OF APPLICATION
Priming
Used to provide a heavy duty floor screed for:
The surface shall be primed with Polyprime EP @ 4-5 m2/L.
– laboratories For highly porous substrates, a 2nd coat may be required.
– plant room for pharmaceutical and health care product The coating is applied when the primer is dry. However, in
manufacturing units all circumstances, the coating shall be applied within 24
– operation theatres hours of application of the primer. If the primer surface
– food & beverage manufacturing industries is left open for more than 24 hours, then a fresh coat of
– light industrial plants primer has to be re-applied.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Mixing
Polypoxy SL 20 is supplied in three pre-weighed packs
Surface preparation (Resin, hardener and fillers). The components are just to
Clean the surface of all dust, dirt, oil & grease, cement be mixed at site and used. However, part mixing is strictly
laitance and all loosely adhering particles. New concrete prohibited. Take a suitable container and pour the resin
surface shall be at least 28 days old and the surface (A) into it. Add the hardener (B) into the resin and mix
moisture content less than 5%. Captive/grit blasting and thoroughly with a paddle mixer. Use of a slow speed drill
grinding is recommended for the most effective surface is recommended to reduce the formation of air bubbles.
preparation. Surface irregularities and blow holes shall be Then slowly add the filler (C) into the container and mix
repaired with Polypoxy BF (Epoxy resin based blow hole thoroughly for a few minutes.
filler and skimming mortar) or Polycrete ST (cementitious Application
repair mortar). Alternatively an epoxy resin based scratch Ensure sufficient labor and material is available at site
coat can be used when repairing larger areas (> 0.5m2). to ensure a smooth continuity of the application of the
flooring. Apply the Polypoxy SL 20 topping, by pouring HEALTH & SAFETY
on to the primed surface and spread with a steel notched As with all construction chemical products, caution should
trowel to achieve a 1mm to 4mm seamless topping. Once always be exercised. Protective clothing such as gloves
the material is evenly spread, continuous spiking with a and goggles should be worn. Treat any splashes to the
spiked roller is to be done to remove all entrapped air. skin or eyes with fresh water immediately. Should any of
Spiking adjacent layers is recommended to be done at 50% the products be accidentally swallowed, do not induce
overlaps. vomiting, but call for medical assistance immediately.
CAUTION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
– do not use below 5°C
– over troweling is to be avoided PROPERTIES VALUES Test standards
– Polypoxy SL 20 should not be applied to surfaces Density, [g/cc] 1.75±0.05 ASTM D 1475
which has rising dampness and there is a phenomenon Finish Glossy
of reverse osmosis. In addition to that, application Compressive strength > 70 ASTM C 579
is always recommended to be carried out when the @7days, [N/mm2]
atmospheric temperature is low. Flexural strength > 30 ASTM C 580
@7days, [N/mm2]
CLEANING Pot life [mins @ 30°C] 60 ASTM D 2471
Clean the equipments with Polysolvent immediately after Initial cure, [hours] 24 -
use. Hardened materials can be removed mechanically Full cure, [days] 7 -
only. Abrasion resistance, [mg] <50 ASTM D 4060
MAINTENANCE Application temperature, [°C] 5 to 35 -
As a good maintenance practice and increasing the life Chemical resistance Resistant ASTM D 543
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of the flooring, a regular cleaning of the floor with a light All values given are subject to 5-10% tolerance
cleaning agent is suggested. However, steam cleaning
should be avoided.
SUPPLY
Polyprime EP 5L & 15L kit
COVERAGE Polypoxy BF 3kg kit
Polypoxy SL 20 1L/m2/mm thickness Polycrete ST 25kg bag
Polyprime EP 4-5 m2/L Polypoxy SL 20 15L kit
Polysolvent 5L & 20L pail
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
2 Store in a dry, cool and shaded area. Protect from sunlight, #Application of the system at a higher thickness will result
frost and high humidity. In tropical climates, store the in excessive air entrappment if appliation is not done
material in air conditioned area at less than 25°C. The properly.
shelf life of the product is 12 months if stored as per Apart from the information given here it is also important to observe the relevant
recommendations. Exposure to heat and high humidity will guidelines and regulations of various organisations and trade associations as
result in the premature deterioration of the product and well as the respective standards. The aforementioned characteristics are based
on practical experience and applied testing. Warranted properties and possible
reduce its shelf life considerably. uses which go beyond those warranted in this information sheet require our
written confirmation. All data given was obtained at an ambient and material
temperature of +23°C and 50 % relative air humidity at laboratory conditions
unless specified otherwise. Please note that under other climatic conditions
hardening can be accelerated or delayed.
The information contained herein, particularly recommendations for the
handling and use of our products, is based on our professional experience.
As materials and conditions may vary with each intended application, and
thus are beyond our sphere of influence, we strongly recommend that in each
case sufficient tests are conducted to check the suitability of our products
for their intended use. Legal liability cannot be accepted on the basis of the
contents of this data sheet or any verbal advice given, unless there is a case
of wilful misconduct or gross negligence on our part. This technical data sheet
supersedes all previous editions relevant to this product.
Henkel Polybit Industries Ltd.; PO Box: 293, Umm Al Quwain, UAE
Tel:+971(6)76 70 777; Fax:+971(6)76 70 197; henkelpolybit@[Link]
Henkel Polybit Industries Ltd.; PO Box: 5911, Dammam-31432, KSA
Tel:+96613808 4061 / 62, Fax: +966 13 812 1164; polybitdammam@[Link]
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