Polypoxy SL 40: Epoxy Resin Based Self Levelling Floor Topping

Polypoxy SL 40
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 easily cleaned
easily
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► Provides a good abrasion resistance and dense,
impervious flooring
► 100% reactive system totally free of solvents
abrasion Chemical
resistant resistant
DESCRIPTION 1
Polypoxy SL 40 is a three component, solvent free, epoxy
resin based self levelling floor topping which provides a
seamless, tough, chemical resistant and hygienic floor repair mortar). Alternatively an epoxy resin based scratch
surface. It can be applied in the thickness of 2mm to 4mm, coat can be used when repairing larger areas (> 0.5m2).
giving a semi matt floor finish. The surface after carrying out the necessary cleaning shall
be vacuumed for removing the dust debris left over after
FIELDS OF APPLICATION the cleaning process.
Used to provide a heavy duty floor screed for:
Priming
– laboratories
The surface shall be primed with Polyprime EP @ 4-5 m2/L.
– plant room for pharmaceutical and health care product For highly porous substrates, a 2nd coat may be required.
manufacturing units The coating is applied when the primer is dry. However, in
– operation theatres all circumstances, the coating shall be applied within 24
– food & beverage manufacturing industries hours of application of the primer. If the primer surface
– light industrial plants is left open for more than 24 hours, then a fresh coat of
– warehouses primer has to be re-applied.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Mixing

Polypoxy SL 40 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 HEALTH & SAFETY
Ensure sufficient labor and material is available at site As with all construction chemical products, caution should
to ensure a smooth continuity of the application of the always be exercised. Protective clothing such as gloves
flooring. Apply the Polypoxy SL 40 topping, by pouring and goggles should be worn. Treat any splashes to the
on to the primed surface and spread with a steel notched skin or eyes with fresh water immediately. Should any of
trowel to achieve a 2mm to 4mm seamless topping. Once the products be accidentally swallowed, do not induce
the material is evenly spread, continuous spiking with a vomiting, but call for medical assistance immediately.
spiked roller is to be done to remove all entrapped air.
Spiking adjacent layers is recommended to be done at 50% TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
overlaps. PROPERTIES VALUES Test standards
CAUTION Density, [g/cc] 1.85±0.05 ASTM D 1475
– do not use below 5°C Finish Semi matt
– over troweling is to be avoided Compressive strength > 70 ASTM C 579
– Polypoxy SL 40 should not be applied to surfaces @7days, [N/mm2]
which has rising dampness and there is a phenomenon Flexural strength > 30 ASTM C 580
of reverse osmosis. In addition to that, application @7days, [N/mm2]
is always recommended to be carried out when the Pot life [minutes @ 30°C] 60 ASTM D 2471
atmospheric temperature is low. Initial cure, [hours] 24 -
Full cure, [days] 7 -
CLEANING
Abrasion resistance, [mg] <50 ASTM D 4060
Clean the equipments with Polysolvent immediately after
Application temp. [°C] 5 to 35
use. Hardened materials can be removed mechanically
only. All values given are subject to 5-10% tolerance
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MAINTENANCE SUPPLY
As a good maintenance practice and increasing the life Polyprime EP 5L & 15L kit
of the flooring, a regular cleaning of the floor with a light Polypoxy BF 3kg kit
cleaning agent is suggested. However, steam cleaning Polycrete ST 25kg bag
should be avoided. Polypoxy SL40 20L kit
COVERAGE Polysolvent 5L & 20L pail
#Application of the system at a higher thickness will result
Polypoxy SL 40 1L/m2/mm thickness
2 in excessive air entrappment if appliation is not done
Polyprime EP 4-5 m2/L
properly.
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
Apart from the information given here it is also important to observe the relevant
Store in a dry, cool and shaded area. Protect from sunlight, guidelines and regulations of various organisations and trade associations as
frost and high humidity. In tropical climates, store the well as the respective standards. The aforementioned characteristics are based
on practical experience and applied testing. Warranted properties and possible
material in air conditioned area at less than 25°C. The uses which go beyond those warranted in this information sheet require our
shelf life of the product is 12 months if stored as per written confirmation. All data given was obtained at an ambient and material
temperature of +23°C and 50 % relative air humidity at laboratory conditions
recommendations. Exposure to heat and high humidity will unless specified otherwise. Please note that under other climatic conditions
result in the premature deterioration of the product and hardening can be accelerated or delayed.
reduce its shelf life considerably. 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@henkel.com
Henkel Polybit Industries Ltd.; PO Box: 5911, Dammam-31432, KSA
Tel:+96613808 4061 / 62, Fax: +966 13 812 1164; polybitdammam@henkel.com
www.henkelpolybit.com

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