Epoxy.com Chemical Resistant Chart of Popular Products

December 6, 2012

Chemical Resistance Chart of Popular Epoxy.com Coating and Mortar Systems

Chemical

# 1

#2

# 630

# 633

Vinyl Ester #663
Acetone NR NR S-3 S-3 S-3
Acetic Acid – 56% 5%-S-3 10% 20% S-2 +
Acetic Acid – 84% NR NR ND S-2 S-2
Acetic Acid (Glacial) NR NR NR S-3 S-1
Aluminum Chloride – 30% NR ND + + +
Aluminum Nitrate – 50% NR ND + + +
Aluminum Sulfate – 50% NR ND + + +
Ammonium Hydroxide -30% S-3 S-2 + + S-1
Ammonium Sulfate – 50% NR S-2 + + +
Ammonium Sulfide -50% NR S-2 + + +
Barium Sulfate NR S-1 + + +
Barium Sulfide NR S-1 + + +
Beer S-2 + + + +
Benzene NR NR S-2 S-2 S-2
Benzyl Alcohol NR S-2 + + S-2
Black Liquor NR ND + + +
Butyl Acetate NR S-3 + + +
Butyl Acetate (Normal) NR ND ND + +
Brake Fluid ND + + + +
Butanol (Normal) NR S-3 + + +
Calcium Chloride NR S-2 + + +
Calcium Hydroxide ND S-2 + + +
Carbon Tetrachloride NR S-3 ND + +
Citric Acid -40% S-3 S-1 S-1 S-1 +
Corn Oil ND + + + +
Crude Oil – Sour NR + + + +
Crude Oil -Sweet NR + + + +
Cumene NR S-3 ND + +
Cutting Oil NR S-1 + + +
Cyclohexeone NR S-3 S-3 + +
Diacetone Alcohol NR S-2 S-2 + +
Diesel Fuel + + + + +
Diethylene Glycol ND + + + +
Distilled Water ND + + + +
Ethanol NR S-2 + + S-1
Ethyl Acetate NR S-2 + + S-2
Ethyl Alcohol NR S-2 + + S-2
Ethylene Dichloide NR NR S-1 S-1 ND
Ethylene Glycol ND + + + +
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate ND ND ND + ND
Ethylene Oxide NR ND ND + +
Ethlene Glycol Monopropyl Ether NR ND ND + ND
Freon ND ND S-1 S-1 ND
Fuel Oil ND + + + +
Gasoline (Unleaded) ND S-2 + + +
Gasoline (Premium Unleaded) ND S-2 + + +
Glucose NR S-1 + + +
Glycerine NR + + + +
Glyoxal – 40% NR ND + + S-2
Heptane NR S-2 + + +
Hexane NR S-2 + + +
Hexalene Glycol S-3 S-1 + + +
Hydraulic Fluid ND S-1 + + +
Hydrochloric Acid -10% S-2 S-1 + + +
Hydrochloric Acid 36% NR S-2 + + +
Hydrogen Peroxide -5% S-3 S-1 + + +
Hydrogen Peroxide – 30% NR S-2 ND + +
Iodine NR S-3 (Stain) + + +
Isobutyl Alcohol NR S-2 + + +
Isopropyl Alcohol NR S-2 + + +
JP – 4 Jet Fuel S-2 S-1 + + +
JP – 5 Jet Fuel S-2 S-2 + + +
Kerosene NR S-2 + + +
Ketchup S-3 + + + +
Lactic Acid – 50% NR S-2 + + +
MAK NR ND ND + ND
MEK NR NR S-3 S-3 S-3
Methanol NR ND + + S-2
Methylene Chloride NR NR NR NR NR
MIBK NR NR S-2 + S-2
Mineral Spirits NR S-3 + + +
MTBE NR NR + + ND
Naptha (VMP) NR S-3 + + +
Nitric Acid – 10% NR S-1 + + +
Nitric Acid – 30% NR NR NR NR +
Oxalic Acid NR ND + + +
Para Xylene NR ND ND + ND
Peanut Oil NR S-3 + + +
Perchloroethylene NR NR + + +
Phosphoric Acid – 10% S-3 + + + +
Phosphoric Acid -75% NR S-3 + + +
Phosphoric Acid – 85% NR S-3 + + +
Power Staring Fluid ND S-2 + + +
Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether NR ND ND + ND
Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Acetate NR ND ND + ND
Pseudocumene NR ND ND + ND
Skydrol 500B S-2 + + + +
Sodium Hydroxide -50% + + + + +
Sodium Hydroxide – 70% NR S-2 + + S-2
Sodium Hypochlorite – 10% ND + + + +
Sodium Nitrate – 50% NR S-2 + + +
Sulfamic Acid ND S-1 + + +
Sulfuric Acid – 10% + + + + +
Sodium Bisulfiate ND ND ND S2 ND
Sulfuric Acid 50% S-3 S-2 + + +
Sulfuric Acid 70% NR NR + + +
Sulfuric Acid 98% NR NR S-1 + S-2
Toluene NR S-3 + + +
Tomato Juice NR S-2 + + +
Transmission Fluid NR S-2 + + +
1.1.1 Trichloroethane NR NR ND + +
Urine NR + + + +
Vinegar NR NR + + +
Vinyl Tolene ND ND + + +
White Liquor ND ND + + +
Xylene NR S-1 + + +
+ = Continuous Service (greater than 6 months)

S1 = Splash and Spill with Weekly Cleanup

S2 = Splash and Spill with 24 hour Cleanup

S3 = Splash and Spill with Hourly Cleanup

NR= Not Recommended

ND= No Data

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April 14, 2011

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Epoxy Coating and Flooring Installation Job Supplies

November 20, 2012

Here is a suggested list of the materials that you will need for most typical epoxy coating systems.  This list is also useful for installing roller applied coating systems like Epoxy.com Chip Flooring.

  • 1 roller pan
  • 6 inserts for roller pan
  • 15 stir sticks
  • 12 (5 QT) plastic pails
  • 3 (5 G) plastic pails
  • Roll of Duct Tape
  • 5 heavy duty 9″ roller frames
  • 6 (3/8″ nap) roller covers *be sure the roller nap doesnot fall apart in hands*
  • Roller handle extension poll
  • 4 Hard Plastic Body Filler type Squeegees
  • Paper 6oz Dixie cups
  • 2 (2 blade) mixing paddles – should be at least 5 inches in diameter and capable of being used in a heavy duty drill
  • Heavy Duty Drill for mixing paddles above
  • 6 (2″) paint brushes  *check bristles to be certain they CAN NOT be pulled out*
  • Latex (or non latex) rubber gloves
  • Vacuum (Shop Vacuum Quality)
  • Stiff Bristled Broom *check to make sure bristles do not fall out*
  • Chalk line or laser to set lines that need to be masked
  • Roll of plastic to keep buckets on to avoid drips onto floor
  • Go Jo Hand cleaner or fast orange for hands and skin

*Note – Epoxy does NOT come out of fabrics*

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Epoxy Products used to Repair Plant and Shop Floors

November 7, 2012

Industrial Floor Maintenance with Epoxy

Preventing and Fixing Deteriorating Floor Joints and Potholes

It is said that there are two types of concrete floors, those with cracks and those that are going to crack. Cracks and potholes in plant and shop floors are a major problem to safety and aesthetics. Here we will discuss what causes them. We will also discuss how to repair them quickly and economically. For those floors that have not cracked we will discuss how to minimize or prevent the cracking and potholes.

It is a common misconception that heavy loads on the floors cause most flooring problems, and so it cannot be prevented. If you are building a new plant or shop floor there are steps that will help to prevent most flooring problems. For existing flooring problems we will discuss how to fix the problems and prevent the problems from getting worse.

Causes of Cracking and Potholes in Shop Floors

Most concrete flooring problems are caused by one of the following:

  1. Improper installation of the concrete, or poor concrete
  2. Improperly cut expansion joints
  3. Steel and hard rubber tires eroding unfilled expansion joints, random cracks and potholes
  4. Chemical attack

Proper installation of Concrete in New Plant and Shop Floors

For new construction make sure you specify and get high quality high strength concrete. Create a box-out form around beams, pipes and other penetrations that go through your floor. Be sure that the corner of your box-outs line up with the saw-cut joints that you will be putting in the floor. Penetrations through the concrete cause a “weakened plain”. A weakened plane is typically created at the shortest distance between the box-outs. That is typically from the corner of one boxed out area to the next closest boxed out area.

Do not allow your concrete finisher to over finish your concrete. Concrete finishers tend to over-finish concrete because they are concerned that if they don’t the owner will not like it. Over-finished concrete does look better than properly finished concrete until the over finished starts to deteriorate. The deterioration cause by over finished concrete typically does not take very long to occur.

The best finishing of concrete leaves it flat, but does not bring up the “cream” in the concrete. It will not look as shinny and smooth but concrete that is not over finished will look more attractive and be more functional over time. Bringing up the “cream” in the concrete is done by over working the mix or adding too much water or adding water to the batch. The “cream” consists of dust from the aggregate and Portland cement.

This “cream” creates a great looking finish at first, because it is so weak, it chips easily. This “cream” has too high a water content so you tend to get micro-cracking in the surface. When your concrete finisher is power troweling your concrete and starts splashing water into the surface as he is finishing it he is about to over trowel the concrete and bring up the cream. It is time to get the concrete finisher to stop troweling.

Water curing of the concrete is what most state highway departments require to cure concrete bridge decks. Wet curing is favored over other methods by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Wet curing will help to stop the top of your concrete from drying out too fast. If you cure with a curing compound instead of water, you will need to remove the curing compound to install high quality coatings and sealers.

Proper curing will help to prevent “curling” of the concrete slab, and help to prevent micro-cracking (crazing) of the surface. Curling is caused when the top dries and shrinks before the concrete underneath dries and shrink. This works much like a bimetallic strip used in a thermostat, the concrete will twist upwards or curl. Proper curing helps to prevent concrete curling and the cracking that will result from it. Another major advantage of wet cured concrete that is not over finished is that there is much less surface preparation required when you go to coat or seal it.

Cut expansion joints often enough, wide enough, and deep enough. Typically the best way to cut concrete down to 16 foot by 16 foot squares or even smaller. The larger the spacing between saw cut joints the more likely you are to get a random crack where you do not want it. The concrete should be cut-up as square as possible. Care should be taken that all the saw cut joints line up with each other in a checkerboard pattern. Be sure the cut is at least 1/3 of the way through the slab, and that the cracks are 1/4 inch or wider. That way all the plastic shrinkage (drying) cracking should occur under the saw-cut relief joint.

Using Epoxy to Protect New Plant Shop Floors

Seal or coat the concrete to protect it against wear and chemicals. Epoxy.com Product #223 Water Based Curing Compound, Sealer and Bonding Agent is a two component water based epoxy curing that is used to both cure and seal concrete. Epoxy.com Product #223 www.epoxy.com/223.htm is an excellent choice for installers that want a long pot life product that is easy to use. Epoxy.com Product #223 is an excellent choice as a sealer where waiting 28 days to seal the concrete is not an option. Product #223 can be installed as early as early as 7 days after the concrete is poured. Giving you early protection.

Allow the concrete to dry for 28 days so that most of the shrinkage at the expansion joint has taken place. Clean the crack thoroughly, then install a bond breaker “rope” in the bottom of the joint. Then fill the joints with Epoxy.com Product #11 Saw-Cut Control Joint Filler- www.epoxy.com/11.htm. Epoxy.com Product #11 Saw-Cut Control Joint Filler is a 100% solids zero (0) VOC, flexible epoxy joint filler for saw-cut joints of concrete slabs on grade, or to repair existing slabs.Random cracks and improperly filled expansion joints are where the potholes in plant/shop floors are born. As steel and hard rubber wheels pass over these unfilled cracks and joints it hammers the edge of the crack in the direction of the travel. This action cause small chips. As the process continues small chips become larger chips. Soon you have a small pot hole and the damage continues to accelerate.

Epoxy.com Product #11 Saw-Cut Control Joint Filler absorbs the impact and shock of heavy loads and steel wheeled traffic, preventing erosion of control joint edges. Epoxy.com Product #11 prevents the “jack-hammer” effect on the joint that you are traveling towards. This will help prevent most if not all of the “pot-hole” effect that most plant floors see developing at their expansion joint over time.

If you want to seal your floor using a 100% solids epoxy use Epoxy.com Product #899 – www.epoxy.com/899.aspx for sealing the concrete. Epoxy.com also has a wide variety of shop floor coatings and trowel down systems. Contact Epoxy.com Technical Support Department with your specific needs for a recommendation.

Repairing Random Cracks in Floors with Methyl Methacrylate

Random cracking in plant / shop floors can easily and economically be repaired with Epoxy.com Product #685 Liquid MMA Polymer Crack Repair Resin a penetrating gravity feed crack healer for concrete. It is a two component Methyl Methacrylate resin system that polymerizes in place. The extremely low viscosity will penetrate into concrete cracks as fine as 0.003 inches. Epoxy.com Product #685 welds the crack back together making the concrete as strong as it was before it cracked.Repairing a Shop / Plant Floor with Epoxy After it is Damaged.

For those who have already built their buildings you can still fill all the joints especially in the traffic areas with Epoxy.com Product #11 – www.epoxy.com/11.htm. Filling the joints with Epoxy.com Product #11 will prevent additional potholes from forming in areas where there are none yet. To fill the “potholes” in level areas you will typically want Epoxy.com Product #25 – www.epoxy.com/25.htm. Epoxy.com Product #25 is a 100% solids epoxy resin and specially selected aggregate system. Units are preproportioned for ease of mixing and use on the jobsite. Epoxy.com Product #25 is a flowable, self-leveling grout, with handling and physical characteristics superior to similar grouts. Epoxy.com Product #25 is conveniently packaged and makes “pothole” repair in your shop/plant floor quick, easy, and economical. The Epoxy.com Product 25 is the best material when you are looking for a convenient packaging and is easy to use for small jobs.

For larger projects or surfaces that have a slope so you cannot use a self leveling material should use Epoxy.com Product #10 - www.epoxy.com/10.aspx and Epoxy.com Product #82 Mortar Blend Aggregate. With the right mixing equipment you can put up to 100 pounds of #82 into 1 mixed gallon of Epoxy.com Product #11. That gives you a nice stiff mix, and excellent economy. Epoxy.com Product #10 is a low-mod material, with high strength. That makes it perfectly suited for outdoor patching. Epoxy.com Product #10 is the best material for most large jobs.

If you cannot allow overnight for your epoxy patching material to cure you will want to use Epoxy.com Product #680 Polymer Concrete. Product #680 is a methyl methacrylate reactive resin concrete used for repair of concrete structures with a minimum of downtime. Epoxy.com Product #680 develops strength rapidly. Epoxy.com Product #680 Polymer Concrete can be put in service in as little as one hour even at temperatures below freezing. The Epoxy.com Product #680 polymer concrete produces extremely high strengths and is chemical resistant. Epoxy.com Product #680 is prepackaged for easy mixing and placing at the job site. Epoxy.com Product #680 Polymer concrete cures hard in about 1 hour, allowing for quick turnaround of the area being patched. Epoxy.com Product #680 is the best material when you need the patch to set in about an hour.

If the concrete has a lot of pitting in it, you can apply a “scratch-coat”. A “scratch-coat” is done as follows:

1. Carefully measure epoxy resin and hardener. Mix for 3 minutes.

2. Add aggregate to the mixed resin and hardener above, and mix completely.

3. Pour out the epoxy resin hardener and aggregate blend onto the concrete.

4. Then pull a very tight troweled coat over the entire surface, filling the low spots while scraping as much epoxy resin and aggregate material as possible away from the high spots.

The material for a “scratch-coat” is with Epoxy.com Product #10 – www.epoxy.com/10.htm and Epoxy.com Product #78 Self-Leveling filler. Epoxy.com Product #10 and Product #82 mortar blend aggregate is the best blend for building ramps and smoothing uneven transitions between slabs.

Just because your floor is already damaged by chemicals, doesn’t mean it is too late. Most floors can be saved with proper patching (as
discussed above) and a chemical resistant flooring system installed over the patching system. Contact Epoxy.com Technical Support for assistance.

Additional Related Reading

The installation of these materials above are beyond the scope of this page. Here are some areas to explore this in more detail:

Do with Epoxies

Don’ts with Epoxies

Surface Preparation

Chip Flooring Installation Guide

Coating Installation Guide

Coatings Calculator – for roller applications

Links to popular systems used in residential and commercial construction resin work


Air Plane Hangers and Garages

Coating Systems

Outside Decks and Drive Ways

Product Catalog

Bonding Systems

Waterproofing

Chips Flooring

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Tombstone Repairs with Epoxy

August 22, 2012

A technician who uses a non-Epoxy.com product to repair tombstones wrote me recently looking for help with problems that he was having.  He goes on to say that the epoxy that he uses never fails, but rather the stone fails. When a secondary break occurs, the stone always re-breaks about 2 mm (about ¾ inch) above or below the epoxy joint.  The epoxy attached to about 2 mm of the stone and holds well.

He asked me if the epoxy shrinks so much that it will ‘ pull away ‘ from the stone it’s attached to, and in his case, it pulls about 2mm of stone with it.

No I doubt it is epoxy shrinkage causing the problem. High quality epoxy has little or no shrinkage.  It would have to be a very poor quality epoxy to be shrinking enough to do that.

The reason his epoxy is not working is that it is too rigid.  His existing rigid material has a “high modulus of elasticity”.  A material with “high modulus of elasticity” is a material that is stiff and/or rigid.  A “low modulus of elasticity” material is semi-flexible, and is not rigid or brittle.

Smaller pieces of the stone structure (in this case a tombstone) and pieces not in touch with the ground tend to get hotter and cooler faster than the larger pieces and pieces with ground contact. This is called “differential timing of the event”. For example the top of a tombstone can be heated and cooled on 5 sides, the top and the 4 sides. The base of the tombstone which is buried in the ground has earth or stone on all of its surfaces.  This earth and stone tends to keep the temperature of the base more stable by insulating it and slowing the change in temperature. This works much like the insulation in your house slows temperature changes inside your house.

When an object like a piece of stone is heated it expands (gets bigger).  When an object cools it contracts (gets smaller).  For example 100 feet of concrete will be 1 inch longer once it is heated 100 degrees F.  That is why expansion joints are cut into concrete.

In the case of tombstones all the pieces of the same type of stone have very similar if not identical “coefficient of expansion”. Since the pieces are positioned with potentially different timing of heating and cooling there is a “differential timing of the event” (see above). The result is stress areas you are seeing in the closest weakened plane in the stone near the bond line.

Epoxy.com Product #703 Clear – www.epoxy.com/703.aspx was specifically designed for tombstone (monuments) and/or stone bonding, or repair. Epoxy.com Product #703 is very strong yet it is has a “low modulus of elasticity” (semi-flexible).  The low-modulus of elasticity helps to absorb differential movement (two sections of stone heating and cooling at different times), making it much less likely to cause a stress area in adjacent weakened planes.

Epoxy.com Product #703 – www.epoxy.com/703.htm  is made in clear (translucent white, like petroleum jelly) so it makes it easy to camouflage the #703 at the bond line.  This is done by rubbing stone dust(ground off the original stone or a similar colored stone) into any exposed epoxy material while the epoxy is still “wet”. That way the dust will stick in the wet epoxy making the epoxy difficult to impossible to see.

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Which is Better, Epoxy Injection or Urethane Injection?

August 15, 2012

Which is better, epoxy injection or urethane injection?  That is a little like asking which is better a 1/2 inch wrench or a 3/4 inch wrench.  The answer is whichever one is the Right Product for the Right Job.  This blog will explain this in more detail.

Epoxy injection should always be used in cracks where two sections were never meant to be separated.  For example a crack that took place in a piece of concrete that was intended to be monolithic (single pour), or where two sections of wood need to be bonded together. These repairs should always be by epoxy injection.

Urethane injection should always be used where the two separate members (pieces of structure) were never intended to be attached firmly but need to be waterproofed.   Consider for example, a sewer pipe and a basement wall (between a pipe and the concrete where it passes through the concrete).

Engineering determinations are required in places like a cold joint or the space between two sections of precast concrete.  If the structure is better off by the two members being bonded together, then epoxy injection should always be used.  If the structure is better off by the two members being able to have slight differential movement from each other and/or should never be bonded together, then urethane injection should always be used.

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Tip for today.Epoxy.com Novolac Epoxy

June 28, 2012

Tip for today:  Epoxy.com #633 has excellent chemical resistant properties. http://www.epoxy.com/633.aspx We recently had an inquiry with the installed product coming in contact with hundreds of gallons of sulfuric acid in a major spill situation.  We were contacted to see if Epoxy.com #633 had been compromised. The answer is no.  As long as the material has been properly installed without pinholes, all that is required is decontamination of the exterior surface of Epoxy.com #633 coating.  No removal or reinstallation of Epoxy.com # 633 will be required. Epoxy.com #633 is specially formulated to prevent a spill from become a catastrophe.

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Epoxy Education- The Strengths of Epoxy

June 18, 2012

Epoxy Educational Pages Anouncement:

The newest addition to Epoxy.com Education Pages is “Epoxy Resin Strengths Explained” which explains the 4 primary strengths that are very important for most civil and mechanical engineering applications of epoxy: compressive strength, tensile strength, flexural strength, and bond strength. “Epoxy Resin Strengths Explained” also discusses the test methods to measure these strengths.

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Epoxy Installation Terminology

June 8, 2012

Epoxy.com technical support staff gets asked a lot about epoxy terminology. This page deals with the terms associated with epoxy  installation times.  Specifically “Epoxy Pot Life” sometimes called the epoxy’s “Working Time“, “Tack Free Time“, “Initial Cure”,  and “Final Cure” sometimes called the epoxy’s “Full Chemical Cure“.  Keep in mind that all of the information below assumes that the epoxy has been properly measured and mix. The information is specificall based on Epoxy.com Products, but is typically true about many 100% solids epoxies.

Epoxy Pot Life aka Working Time

The “Pot Life” of epoxy is the time that it takes for it to start gelling in the in the mix vessel (typically a bucket). One important thing to remember is that this is done by a standard which is 200 grams of the material at a given temperature typically 70° F or 77° F. So remember that the bigger you make the  batch of Epoxy.com resin, the faster the batch will set.  See the Epoxy Pot Life Page for more details.

Epoxy Tack Free Time

The “Tack Free Time” of the epoxy is pretty much just what it sounds like.  It is the time that the epoxy is no longer sticky to the touch. When the epoxy is “Tack Free” it can be handle or even walked on if necessary, but you will want to be careful because the epoxy will be very vulnerable to scratching right after it becomes “Tack Free”. The “Tack Free Time” given on the product’s Epoxy.com technical data sheet is also at a specific temperature, typically 77°F.

Epoxy Initial Cure Time

The “Initial Cure” is not the same as “Tack Free“.  Typically “Initial Cure” is about twice as long as the Tack Free Time. Most epoxies have about 80% of the epoxy’s final cure at “Initial Cure“. After the Epoxy’s “Initial Cure” the epoxy is still vulnerable to scratching, but typically strong enough that these scratching will be strictly esthetic and not structural. In cases where time permits and esthetics are essential you may want to wait 1.5 to 2 times the “Initial Cure” of the epoxy before you allow heavy traffic or rougher handling. The primary outside force that can effect this time is temperature. The epoxy’s “Initial Cure” time assumes the temperature indicated on the technical data sheet, or 77° F. if not otherwise specified.

Final Cure aka “Full Chemical Cure”

When the epoxy has reached its “Final Cure” it has achieved the strengths indicated on the Epoxy.com technical data sheet. It also means that the epoxy has reached its full water resistance and full chemical resistance. This time also is also effected by temperature, similar to all the other times listed above. One interesting note is that “Final Cure” when the epoxy is 99% cured.  Epoxy will continue to harden for as much as a year.  So  the “Final Cure” for epoxy is like the “28 day” cure on concrete.  It is typically said that the concrete is fully cured in 28 days.  In fact concrete will under the right conditions continue to cure for up to 100 years.

For more information email me at
norm@epoxy.com  or visit Epoxy.com “Where to Start” Page for more information.

Norm Lambert
President & Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc Florida & Vermont USA
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Pot Life of 100% Solids Epoxy

June 7, 2012

As the Technical Support Director of Epoxy.com  I get a lot of email and phone calls about how to work with the relatively short potlife (typically 30-40 minutes) of 100% Solids Epoxy and similar resin systems.

It is important to understand that  Epoxy (and epoxy like resins) generate their own heat when mixed. So larger batches of epoxy  will generate more heat then smaller ones. The result of this is that larger batches of epoxy set faster than smaller batches. Start by mixing smaller batches of epoxy and then increase your batch size slowly.

To give you longer working times:

  • Make small batches that you can use in about 1/2 the working time of the material.  That will give you a little wiggle room and it will make your epoxy easier to use.
  • Be sure the product is cool when you mix it.  For best handling properties I like my material in the upper 60′s or lower 70′s. F.

See To Do With Epoxy for more installation tips.

Norm Lambert – Epoxy.com Technical Support Director

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Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)

December 23, 2010

Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Horizontal Concrete Repair and Patching Resins

Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) repair and patching resins for vertical surfaces, can be placed very economically.  Surfaces repaired with Epoxy.com MMA Systems can be opened to traffic quickly (typically in two hours or less), dramatically reducing turn around time and the inconvinence associated with the longer down time of other materials .

Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)
      Floor and Wall Coating, Flooring and Decking Systems

Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Seamless Flooring and Seamless Decking  Systems may be installed on most surfaces, including old or new concrete, wood, and metal. Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Seamless Flooring and Decking Systems are waterproof. Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate Flooring Systems can be used as a solid color, with colored quartz, or Epoxy.com Flooring Chips. Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methacrylate can be used for crack isolation and waterproofing where movement is anticipated.
Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Seamless Flooring and Seamless Decking Systems are very easy and fast to install. They can even be installed at temperatures down to -22°F allowing them to be used in Freezer Rooms and extend the installation season for outside seamless decking and seamless flooring applications. The Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring and Decking Systems are wear-resistant, shock absorbing (impact resistant) and can take full traffic and loads within 2 hours of installation.

  • Epoxy.com Product #690 Medium Viscosity Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Sealer and Top Coating is a 100% reactive, medium viscosity methyl methacrylate resin developed as a sealer/topcoat over Epoxy.com Product #697 and Epoxy.com Product #698 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring and Decking Systems.

  • Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Primer is a 100% reactive Methyl Methacrylate primer for all Epoxy.com MMA floor and wall systems. Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer also provides excellent filling and sealing as a scratch work filler (with filler added) to level uneven floor and wall surfaces. Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer is a reactive Methyl Methacrylate resin, which hardens rapidly with the addition of Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA hardener, even at low temperatures.
  • Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible MMA Membrane is a Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring, Decking Bridge  Mortar Resin is a higher viscosity, 100% reactive, flexible (up to 300% elongation) Methyl Methacrylate resin used as a crack isolation or waterproofing membrane under Epoxy.com Product #697 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Based Resin Systems. Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) resists cracking caused by horizontal substrate movement providing a crack resistant, resilient surface. Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) offers stress relieving properties for floor slabs showing movement and/or vibration. It may also be used by itself when maximum flexibility of the entire system is required.  When used by itself Epoxy.com Product #692 MMA Membrane must be sealed with Epoxy.com Product #693 Semi-Flexible MMA Coating.
  • Epoxy.com Product #693 Semi-Flexible MMA Coating is a 100% reactive, medium viscosity methyl methacrylate resin developed as a topcoat for exterior or interior use with Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible MMA Membrane based Systems.  Epoxy.com Product #695 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Coating is semi-flexible designed primarily for outside use and will not yellow after curing. Its excellent clarity makes it ideal for sealing color quartz and vinyl flake systems. It is excellent for exterior applications such as parking decks, concrete and steel stairs, ramps, solid wooden decks, concrete  and patios as well as numerous other applications.
  • Epoxy.com Product #694 Pigment Packs for use in all Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate Products #690 – Product #699, and for use in Epoxy.com Products that are available in a neutral tint base. Available in 15 colors plus black and white.
  • Epoxy.com Product #695 Hardener Powder (BPO) for Epoxy.com MMA Flooring Systems is for use with Epoxy.com Products #691, #692 and #693. Epoxy.com Product #695 Hardener Powder (BPO) for Epoxy.com MMA Flooring Systems dosing can be changed due to temperature and desired set time / working time. Epoxy.com Product #695 must be well mixed with Epoxy.com MMA before adding any other aggregates and fillers.  After mixing the Epoxy.com Product #695 Hardening Powder into Epoxy.com  MMA the polymerization reaction which leads to the hardening of the MMA begins.
  • Epoxy.com Product #697 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Binder Resin – a 100% reactive methyl methacrylate binder resin and top coat for self leveling, broadcasting, and troweled mortar systems. Epoxy.com Product #697 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Binder Resin is ideal for decorative troweled and broadcast quartz floors and industrial surfacing subject to heavy loads and traffic. Typical thickness of this system is between 1/8 inch and 1/4 inch thick.
  • Epoxy.com Product #698 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Binder Resin  is a 100% reactive, low viscosity, flexible methyl methacrylate resin for use as a binder for low resin content troweled mortars and polymer concrete. The resin is ideal for making repairs and to change the slope on floors, bridge decks and joint headers. Epoxy.com Product #698 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Binder Resin  can be installed as thick as 2.5 inches in one operation.
  • Epoxy.com Product #699 Low Viscosity Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Sealer is a 100% reactive, low viscosity methyl methacrylate resin developed as a chemical resistant sealer/topcoat. Epoxy.com Product #699 Low Viscosity Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Sealer cures to a hard, scratch and wear resistant surface and is specifically designed for dry service in areas subjected to high traffic such as manufacturing areas, aisles, lobbies, service areas, and numerous other applications. Epoxy.com Product #699 Low Viscosity Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Sealer is used as a sealer for Epoxy.com Product #697 and Epoxy.com Product #698 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Binder Resin Systems .
See also:

Exclaim

Proper mixing and installation is critical to the optimal success of all product.  See Installation Tips, Techdata, & MSDS for more details on our products.  Be sure to contact us with any questions and/or concerns that you have.

For more information please contact:

Epoxy.com
A Division of Epoxy Systems, Inc.
20774 W. Pennsylvania Ave.
Dunnellon, Florida 34431
Over 300 products,
Since 1980
Florida & Vermont
USA

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Epoxy.com Zero VOC Epoxy Primers and Sealers

December 14, 2010

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Epoxy.com Catalog of Products

November 28, 2010

Epoxy.com Product Catalog

Here is a list of the current Epoxy.com Products.  In addition to the products below, we also have products which we can “custom” make to your specifications. This page is the most  frequently updated on our website.  So please check this page often, to see our latest product additions.

Injection and Binary Delivery Systems

  • Injection Machines
  • Manual Injection Pump
  • Injection Ports
  • Binary Tubes 75 ML
  • Binary Tubes 150 ML
  • Binary Tubes 300 ML
  • Static Mixing Tubes for Binary Tubes
  • Manual Gun for Binary Tubes
  • Pneumatic Gun

Misc. Products

  • Fiberglass Tape 4 and 6 inch wide
  • Fiberglass Woven For Reinforcement
  • Gage Rake for overlays
  • Mixing Paddles – drill mixers, Speedy mixers, Mud and Resin Mixers, and Cast head mixers
  • Spiked Rollers- for overlays
  • Spinney Rollers – for overlays
  • Shed Resistant Roller Covers
  • Professional Rollers Covers
  • Jumbo  2 1/4 Diameter Core Roller Covers
  • Perforated Core Roller Covers
  • Roller Handles
  • Floor Squeegees
  • Serrated Edge Floor Squeegees
  • Wood Back Squeegees
  • Mini Roller Covers and Frames
  • Rubber Gloves
  • Paint Brushes
  • Bondable PTFE Cut to Order
  • Graffiti Cleaner
  • and more …

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Proper mixing and installation is critical to the optimal success of all product.  See Installation Tips, Techdata, & MSDS for more details on our products.  Be sure to contact us with any questions and/or concerns that you have.

For more information please contact:

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20774 W. Pennsylvania Ave.
Dunnellon, Florida 34431
Over 350 products,
Since 1980
Florida & Vermont
USA
Office Hours: 9AM-4PM Eastern Time (6AM-1PM Pacific Time).
Closed 12Noon-1PM Eastern Time for Lunch

321-206-1833   Customer Service – Ordering and Order Status
                          Katey Fontaine, VP – Customer Service Director
sales@epoxy.com

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352-533-2167  Norm Lambert, President – Technical Support Director 
info@epoxy.com

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www.epoxy.com

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We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, Wire Transfers, and Cashiers Checks
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Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD

October 22, 2010

Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD

Electro Static Dissipative Epoxy Coating

Ultra High Solids Epoxy Coating

Description

Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD (Electrostatic Dissipative) Epoxy Coating for ESD Flooring is an ultra high solids bis-A epoxy floor coating designed to provide
electrostatic control properties to various surfaces including concrete or other nonconductive substrates. The use of a conductive primer will transmit conductive readings through
Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD (Electrostatic Dissipative) Epoxy Coating for ESD Flooring if applied no thicker than 15 mils.

Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD (Electrostatic Dissipative) Epoxy Coating for ESD Flooring provides excellent bond to concrete as well as high impact and wear.

Advantage

  • Easy Application
  • Dissipates a 5000 volt Charge to Zero in less than 0.1 Seconds @72°F
    and 12%RH.
  • Available in Static Dissipative Range of 1,000,000 to 1,000,000,000 ohms
    per EOS/ESD Standards.
  • Consistent Electrical Resistance Ratings When Tested at 10-500 Volts.
  • High Gloss
  • Good Abrasion Resistance.
  • Easy to Clean..

Considerations

Composition

Ultra High Solids Bis-A Epoxy Resin and Conductive Fillers.


Epoxy.com Epoxy Color Chart Here

Color Selection

Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD (Electrostatic Dissipative) Epoxy Coating for ESD Flooring is available in Epoxy.com Colors listed to the right. Custom colors available as approved.

Application

Surface Preparation

Surface preparation is considered to be the most important step of any
resinous flooring application. Improper surface preparation could turn what
seems to be a simple process into a lengthy, difficult repair. See Epoxy.com
Surface Preparation Guide for proper surface preparation
procedures.  When in doubt you should always contact Epoxy.com Technical
Support with your questions.

Installation

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Prime concrete surfaces with Epoxy.com Product #899 at
a rate of 250-300 SF per gallon and allow to dry to the touch.
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Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD (Electrostatic Dissipative) Epoxy Coating for ESD Flooring is normally spread with a
trowel or squeegee and back-rolled with a 3/8� medium nap roller. Care should be taken to minimize the entrapment of air caused by
over rolling.

Clean Up

Clean skin with soap and water. Tools and equipment should be cleaned with xylene or lacquer thinner.

Coverage

Epoxy.com Product #1 – ESD (Electrostatic Dissipative) Epoxy Coating for ESD Flooring will yield 12-15 mils
when spread at 100-130 sq ft/gal. 15 mils is considered the maximum thickness.

Maintenance

After completing the application of Epoxy.com Product 100MR Moisture Tolerant Primer and Base Coat and the topcoats or floor covering system, the installer
should provide the owner with maintenance instructions relevant to the specific topcoats or floor covering. If floors become slippery due to
animal fats, oil, grease, or soap film, clean and rinse thoroughly.

Availability

Contact Epoxy.com Customer Service Department.

Physical Data
Flammability ASTM D-635        Self Extinguishing
Fungus & Bacteria Growth Mil-F 52505�4.4.2.11     Will not support growth of fungus or bacteria

   when subjected to mildew
Hardness   ASTM D-2240 70-80 Shore D
Bond Strength to Concrete      ASTM D-4541 Greater than 300psi (100% concrete failure)
Water Absorption ASTM D-570 Nil 
Thermal Shock Resistance ASTM C-884 Passes
Abrasion Resistance ASTM D-6040 75-100mgs
Impact Resistance ASTM D-2794  100 in-lbs direct 

Technical Data
Pot Life 35-40 Min. (@73°F)
Foot Traffic  14-16 hours (@73°F )
Complete Cure  5 days (@73°F.)
VOC Content  Less than 50gm/l
Weight per Gallon  10.5-11 lbs per gal. 
Glass, 60° Greater than 80

Technical Service

Contact Epoxy.com Technical Support Department

For more information Contact:

Norm Lambert

President &

Director of Technical Support

Epoxy Systems, Inc

Available by Phone M-F 9AM-4PM Eastern Time (6 AM – 1 PM Pacific Time)

352-533-2167 (Voice)

352-465-3497 (fax)

norm@epoxy.com

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Epoxy.com Product #695 BPO Hardener for Epoxy.com Methlyl Methacrylate (MMA)

October 20, 2010

Epoxy.com Product #695

Methyl Methacrylate Hardener (Hardening Powder – BPO)

Description

Epoxy.com Product #695 Hardener Powder (BPO) for Epoxy.com MMA Flooring
Systems is for use with Epoxy.com Products #691, #692, #693,
#697, #698 & #699. Epoxy.com Product #695 Hardener Powder (BPO) for Epoxy.com MMA Flooring Systems dosing can be changed due to temperature and desired set time / working time.
Epoxy.com Product #695 must be well mixed with Epoxy.com MMA before adding any
other aggregates and fillers.  After mixing the Epoxy.com Product #695
Hardening Powder into Epoxy.com  MMA the polymerization reaction which
leads to the hardening of the MMA begins.

Composition

Epoxy.com Product #695 is a white dry powder consisting of 50% BPO,
Dibenzoylperoxide.

Technical Data
Appearance Sandy, white dry powder
Content of Dibenzoylperoxide andDicydohexlphtalate Approximately 50%
Self-accelerating decomposition temperature    140° F
Self-ignition temperature >680°F
Solubility Not soluble in water

Packaging
5 lbs 1gallon Pail
15 lbs 3 gallon Pail
55 lbs Box

Use

Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA Hardener Powder must be mixed just immediately
before the application of Epoxy.com MMA. All other powders and fillers must
be added after
Epoxy.com Product #692 and the Epoxy.com MMA resin have been well mixed
together. A dosing chart is shown below.  Be sure to double check with
the individual technical data sheets for the Epoxy.com MMA you are mixing
with Epoxy.com Product #692.

Caution

Epoxy.com Product #692 is an oxidizing agent that violently decomposes
under the influence of heat or when it comes in contact with deducing
agents.  Do Not mix With Accelerators. 
Store separately from Epoxy.com MMA resins.  Review MSDS information
completely before using this or any other Epoxy.com Products.

Storage

Store in tight containers in dry environments below 80°F.

Mix Ratios

PRODUCT                                         SUBSTRATE/MATERIAL TEMPERATURE (°F) Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA Hardener (BPO)VOL OZ.PER GALLON OF RESIN
#691 MMA Primer 30°F 12.7
40°F 9.0
50°F 7.5
60°F 5.5
70°F 3.5
90°F 1.8
#692 MMA Flexible Membrane   40° F                                                       8.0
50°F 7.0
60°F 5.0
70°F 5.0
90°F 3.0-4.0
Epoxy.com #693 MMA                 40°F                                                        5.5
50°F 4.5
60°F 3.5
70°F 2.0
90°F 1.0-2.0

For more information Contact:

Norm Lambert
President &
Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
Available by Phone M-F 9AM-4PM Eastern Time (6 AM – 1 PM Pacific Time)
352-533-2167 (Voice)
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Epoxy.com Product #693 Methyl Methacrylate Coating

October 18, 2010

 

Epoxy.com Product #693

Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Coating

For Top Coating All Epoxy.com Methyl Metacrylate Systems

DESCRIPTION

Epoxy.com Product #695 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Coating is
a 100% reactive, medium viscosity methyl methacrylate resin developed as a
topcoat for exterior or interior use with Epoxy.com MMA Systems.  Epoxy.com
Product #695 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Coating is semi-flexible for outside use
and will not yellow after
curing. Its excellent clarity makes it ideal for sealing color quartz and vinyl
flake systems. It is excellent for
exterior applications such as parking decks, concrete and steel stairs, ramps,
and numerous other applications.

USES

  • Parking decks
  • Steel and Concrete Stairs
  • Ramps
  • Wooden and Concrete Decks
  • Balconies
  • Driveways

ADVANTAGES

  • Low temperature accelerators are available for positive cures at temperatures from 32° to 55°F.
  • Excellent resistance to a wide range of chemicals.
  • Easy to apply by conventional painting techniques.
  • Clear after curing.
  • Suitable for USDA food handling areas.
  • Quick recoat time 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Flexibility makes it ideal for cold temperature, over wood, and outside
    uses.

CONSIDERATIONS

  • Concrete must be dry, free of dirt, waxes, curing agents and other foreign
    materials.
  • Do not store outside in direct sunlight, storage temperature must be < 80°F.
  • Substrate must be completely dry.
  • On or below grade installation must have an efficient vapor barrier under
    the slab (minimum 10-15 mil).
  • Moisture vapor transmission must be less than 3 pounds per ASTM-F-1869
    and less than 80% RH per

    ASTM F-2170.

COMPOSITION

Epoxy.com Product #693 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Coating is a 100% reactive
methyl methacrylate resin.

APPLICATION

SURFACE PREPARATON

Surface Preparation is the most critical portion of any successful resinous flooring system application. All
substrates must be properly prepared as outlined in
Epoxy.com Surface Preparation Guide.

MIXING/APPLICATION

Epoxy.com Product #693 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Sealer and Coating requires
the addition of  Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA Hardener to start the hardening
process. The amount of hardener must be adjusted to the respective surface temperature (see table
below). At temperatures below 40�F, Epoxy.com Product #696 Accelerator must be used in addition to the amount of hardener used at
the 40�F level (about � oz by
vol./gal. @ 32°F up to 2.0 oz by vol./gal. @ -20°F).

For Epoxy.com Product #693 MMA Resin
Temp. (°F) of Resin,

Air & Floor Surface

 Hardener % by Wt.

Based on Wt. of

#693 Resin

 Hardener by Vol.

(oz.) Based on

Gallon of #693 Resin

 Pot Life (min.) Harden Time (min.)
+40 3.0 5.5 Approx. 40 Approx. 60
+50 2.5 4.5 Approx. 30-35 Approx. 50
+60 2.0 3.5 Approx. 25-30 Approx. 45
+70 1.0 2.0 Approx. 20 Approx. 40

Epoxy.com Product #693 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Coating  must be applied 50-100 sq. ft./gal. (16-32 mils) for safe
through-hardening. To avoid yellowness do not apply more than 80 mils (20 sq ft/gal.).
For outdoor applications add 1% Epoxy.com Product #693 UV Inhibitor at a
rate of 1% by volume. Pigmented topcoats are achieved by adding pigment packs (1 quart per 5 gallons
resin) to Epoxy.com Product #693 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Coating.
Apply material with a notched trowel or squeegee and back roll with a short nap
mohair roller.

CLEAN UP

Clean skin with soap and water; use MEK, xylene, or clean proprietary epoxy thinners for equipment.
Consult Material Safety Data Sheet for safety and health precautions.

COVERAGE

will yield 16-32 mils at 50-100 square feet per gallon, average.

COLOR SELECTION

Contact Epoxy.com Sales Department

TECHNICAL DATA

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Working Life 20-40 min. will vary with Temp

   & amount of hardener
Recoat time 45-60 minutes
Solids Content 100%
Mix Ratio See chart above
Viscosity 220-225 cps approx.
Weight Per Gallon 8.1 lbs.

MAINTENANCE

Epoxy.com Product #693 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Sealer and Coating is considered to be a low maintenance flooring solution. Certain textures and environments,
however, require specific cleaning with bristled brushes. Due to the thermoplastic character of MMA resins,
black marks can occur from fork lifts and tires skidding.

STORAGE

Store in a cool and dry place, below 80°F, out of direct sunlight. Do not store near open flame or food. Shelf life
is 6 months in the original unopened containers.

HELPFUL HINTS

Adequate cross ventilation should be provided. Good ventilation during the processing ensures a good cross
linking and hardening. Read, understand and follow Material Safety Data Sheets and Application Instructions
prior to use.

Use only as directed. If substrate and/or material temperature is above 90°F, DO NOT apply material.

Keep Out of Reach Of Children

Contact Epoxy.com Technical Support with your questions about this
product at 352-533-2167. Epoxy.com Technical Support Department can help you
with the selection, specification, installation, and maintenance of
Epoxy.com products, or visit http://www.epoxysystems.com.

Norm Lambert
President &
Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
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352-533-2167 (Voice)
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Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flexible Membrane System

October 7, 2010

Epoxy.com Product #692

Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Mortar System

For use in Epoxy.com Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring, Decking & Bridge
Deck Systems

Perfect for outdoor and cold weather installation

DESCRIPTION

Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring, Decking
Bridge  Mortar Resin is a higher viscosity, 100% reactive, flexible methyl
Methacrylate resin used as a crack isolation or waterproofing membrane under Epoxy.com MMA Systems. Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible
Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) resists cracking caused by horizontal substrate movement providing a crack resistant, resilient surface.
Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) offers stress relieving properties for floor slabs showing movement and/or
vibration.

Excellent for use as an intermediate layer in:

  • Loading docks
  • ramps
  • equipment rooms
  • large animal rooms
  • activity rooms
  • automotive and
    tooling industry
  • freezers
  • coolers
  • bridge decks
  • pedestrian walkways
  • parking garages
  • ship decks
  • joint repair
  • food industry
  • dairies
  • beverage industry
  • numerous other applications.

ADVANTAGES

  • Crack resistant flexibility Elongation of 300%.
  • Reduces noise created by mechanical vibrations.
  • May be applied in thickness of 1/8″-¼ “.

CONSIDERATIONS

  • For improved intermediate adhesion, broadcast Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)  with 16-30 mesh
    silica sand.
  • Concrete must be dry, free of dirt, waxes, curing agents and other foreign materials.
  • Do not store outside in direct sunlight , storage temperature must be < 80°F.
  • On or below grade installation must have an efficient vapor barrier under the
    slab (minimum 10-15 mil).
  • Moisture vapor transmission must be less than 3 lbs per ASTM-F-1869 and less
    than 80% RH per
    ASTM F-2170.

COMPOSITION

Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring, Decking
Bridge  Mortar Resin is a 100% reactive methyl methacrylate resin.

COLOR SELECTION

Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is supplied clear
(slight haze). Color packs are available for selected colors. Color pack mix
ratio is 1 quart pigment per 5 gallons resin. See Epoxy.com MMA color card.

SURFACE PREPARATION

Surface preparation is the most critical portion of any successful resinous
flooring system. All substrates must be prepared as indicated on the
Epoxy.com Surface Preparation Guide.

MIXING AND INSTALLATION

Epoxy.com Product #692 Flexible Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is typically used in
conjunction with fillers and fine aggregate and requires the addition of Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA
hardener to start the hardening process. The amount of hardener must be adjusted
to the respective surface temperature (see table). At temperatures below 40°F, Accelerator 101 must be
used in addition to the amount of hardener used at the 40°F level (about ½ oz by vol./gal. @ 32°F up to 2.0 oz by
vol./gal. @ -20°F).

Typical Slurry/Topping Formula
Material Weight Volume
Epoxy.com Product #692 8.4 lbs. 1.0 gal.
Epoxy.com Product #82 Leveling Filler 20 lbs. 1.8 gal.
Pigment Pack N/A 6.4 Vol. oz.
Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA Hardener Follow chart Follow Chart
 

Add hardener to the clear resin and blend; add dry powders and mix thoroughly
with propeller mixer. Blend pigment and mix for 1-2 minutes until no lumps are present. Apply mix to the
primed surface using a gauge rake or notched trowel. The above mixture will yield approximately 1.8 gal. of
slurry. Coverage is:

3/32 inch 30 sq ft
1/8 inch 22-23 sq ft
3/16 inch 15.0 sq ft
1/4 inch 11.3 sq ft

The fresh slurry coat must be broadcast to excess with a wearing coarse of
aggregate. Rates will vary from 0.25-1.25#/sq ft depending on type and size of aggregate. It is recommended to
broadcast 16-30 mesh aggregate. Do not use broadcast aggregate smaller than 30 mesh. Aggregate may be
natural or colored quartz, sand, aluminum oxide, emery, etc.

Epoxy.com Product #692  systems must be top coated, protected, or sealed with Epoxy.com
Product #693 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Top Coating. These can be either
pigmented or non-pigmented.

Pot Life and Hardening/Temperature

Temp. (°F) of
Resin, Air & Floor
Surface

Hardener by
Vol.(oz.)

Based on Gallon

of #692 MMA Resin

Pot Life (min.)

Hardening

Time(min.)
+41 8.0 Approx. 25 Approx. 70
+50 7.0 Approx. 25 Approx. 65
+68 5 Approx. 20 Approx. 50
+70 5 Approx. 20 Approx. 45
Below 41°F Epoxy.com Product # 696 Accelerator must be used in addition to the amount of hardener
used at the 41°F level (about ½ oz by vol./gal. @ 32°F up to 2.0 oz by vol./gal. @ -20°F).

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Percent Solids 100%
Working Life, 50° – 70° 20-25 min.
Recoat Time 55-75 Min.
Viscosity, cps 1,100-1,200 cps
Weight per Gallon 8.3 lbs
Compressive Strength 2,500-3,000 psi
Tensile Strength 75-80 psi
Elongation at Break 300%

CLEAN-UP

Clean tools and equipment with lacquer thinner or MEK. Consult Material Safety Data Sheet for safety and health precautions.

STORAGE

Store in a cool and dry place, below 80°F, out of direct sunlight. Do not store
near open flame or food. Shelf life is 4-6 months in the original unopened containers.

HELPFUL HINTS

Additives and fillers can separate with storage. Stir thoroughly before using or
removing from drum.

Adequate cross ventilation should be provided. Good ventilation during the processing ensures a good cross
linking and hardening. Read, understand and follow Material Safety Data Sheets and Application Instructions
prior to use.

Use only as directed. If substrate and/or material temperature is above 90°F, DO
NOT apply material.

For industrial Use only.

Keep out of reach of children.

Contact Epoxy.com Technical Support with your questions about this
product at 352-533-2167. Epoxy.com Technical Support Department can help you
with the selection, specification, installation, and maintenance of
Epoxy.com products, or visit http://www.epoxysystems.com.

Norm Lambert
President &
Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
Available by Phone M-F 9AM-4PM Eastern Time (6 AM - 1 PM Pacific Time)
352-533-2167 (Voice)
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Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Primer

October 6, 2010

Epoxy.com Product #691

Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer

DESCRIPTION

Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer is a 100%
reactive Methyl Methacrylate primer for all
Epoxy.com MMA floor and wall
systems. Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer also
provides excellent filling and sealing as a scratch work filler (with filler
added) to level uneven floor and wall surfaces. Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl
Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer is a reactive Methyl Methacrylate resin, which
hardens rapidly with the addition of Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA hardener, even
at low temperatures.

ADVANTAGES

  • Fast cure (60 min.) for rapid recoat.
  • Good wetting properties for excellent bond to concrete.
  • VOC compliant (100% solids).
  • Full strength in less than 1 hour.
  • Use over wide temperature range – even below freezing.

CONSIDERATION

  • Substrate must be dry and free of dirt, waxes, curing agents and other foreign materials.
  • Should not be installed on fresh concrete until maximum shrinkage has occurred (at least 30 days after placement).
  • On or below grade installation must have an efficient vapor barrier under the slab (minimum 10-15 mil).
  • Moisture Vapor Transmission must be less than 3 lbs per ASTM-F-1869 and less than 80% RH perASTM F-2170.

COMPOSITION

Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer is a 100% reactive
Methyl Methacrylate resin.

COLOR SELECTION

Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer is supplied clear. Color packs are available for selected colors. Color pack
mix ratio is 1 quart pigment per 5 gallons resin. See Epoxy.com MMA Color Card.

SURFACE PREPARATION

Surface preparation is the most critical portion of any successful resinous
flooring system. All substrates must be properly prepared as outlined in
Epoxy.com Surface Preparation Guide.

MIXING AND INSTALLATION

Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer requires the addition of Epoxy.com Product #695 Hardener to start the hardening
process. The amount of hardener must be adjusted to the respective surface temperature (see table below). At temperatures below 40°F, Accelerator 101 must be used in addition to the amount of hardener
used at the 40°F level (about ° oz by vol./gal. @ 32°F up to 2.0 oz by vol./gal. @ -20°F).

Epoxy.com Product #691
MMA Primer  		SUBSTRATE/MATERIAL TEMPERATURE (°F) Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA Hardener (BPO)VOL OZ.PER GALLON OF RESIN
30°F 12.7
40°F 9.0
50°F 7.5
60°F 5.5
70°F 3.5
90°F 1.8

See Epoxy.com Product #695 MMA Hardener
Tech Data Sheet for more details and catalyzing Epoxy.com
Product #691.

Spread
Epoxy.com Product #691 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Flooring Primer 
evenly on the surface (no puddles) with notched trowels, and/or squeegees
and back rolled with short nap mohair rollers at no less than 100 sq ft/gal. on very
absorbent surfaces. Two coats may be necessary to get an even, resin-rich surface to bond with the next layer.

It is recommended to broadcast 16-30 mesh quartz sand (approximately 4 lbs/100 sq ft) into the wet primer. This
will help in the application of the coating or troweled mortar. Apply next application only after the primer is
completely hardened.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Percent Reactive 100% (Zero VOC)
Working Life 10-15 min.
Recoat Time Approx. 60 min.
Viscosity 250-270 cps
Weight per Gallon 8.3 lbs

CLEAN UP

Clean tools and equipment with lacquer thinner or MEK. Consult Material
Safety Data Sheet for safety and health precautions.

COVERAGE

100 square feet per gallon, minimum thickness.

STORAGE

Store in a cool and dry place, below 80°F, out of direct sunlight. Do not
store near open flame or food. Shelf life is 4 months in the original unopened containers.

HELPFUL HINTS

Adequate cross ventilation should be provided. Good ventilation during the
processing ensures a good cross linking and hardening. Read, understand and follow Material Safety Data
Sheets and Application Instructions prior to use. Use only as directed. If substrate and/or material temperature is above
90°F, DO NOT apply material.

For industrial Use only.

Keep out of reach of children.

Contact Epoxy.com Technical Support with your questions about this
product at 352-533-2167. Epoxy.com Technical Support Department can help you
with the selection, specification, installation, and maintenance of
Epoxy.com products, or visit http://www.epoxysystems.com.

Norm Lambert
President &
Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
Available by Phone M-F 9AM-4PM Eastern Time (6 AM - 1 PM Pacific Time)
352-533-2167 (Voice)
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New Epoxy.com Electro Static Dissipative Epoxy

September 1, 2010

Epoxy.com announces a new ESD Epoxy Product

New Epoxy Electrostic Dissipative (ESD) Epoxy Coating

Less Expensive, Easier to Use, More Durable

Epoxy.com Product #677

Electro Static Dissipative (ESD) /CONDUCTIVE COATING

DESCRIPTION

Epoxy.com Product #677 is a pigmented, water-based epoxy coating designed to achieve either an electro-static dissipative (ESD) finish or conductive finish by
modifying the underlying system components and thickness. Epoxy.com Product #677 has very low odor making it suitable for use in occupied
buildings and has high bond strength and adhesion to concrete and other surfaces.

ADVANTAGES

  • Durable, Attractive, Chemical Resistant, Non-Porous, Light Reflective Finish.
  • Low Odor during application and cure.
  • Maintains Electrical Conductivity Performance over the Wear Life of the System
  • Fast Dry and Re-coat Time.
  • Easy Clean-up.
  • Provides an ESD finish in the range of 1,000,000 to 1,000,000,000 ohms resistance when used over a non-conductive
    primer/basecoat or a conductive finish in the range of 25,000 to 1,000,000 ohms resistance when used over a conductive primer/basecoat.

CONSIDERATIONS

  • Substrate must be above 50°F and relative humidity below 85% for proper curing.
  • Substrate must be free of dirt, waxes, curing agents and other foreign materials.
  • Excessive moisture in the substrate will require a moisture vapor control treatment.

TYPICAL USES

Concrete floors and walls in electronic component assembly areas, data processing, military/aerospace, pharmaceutical plants,
hazardous industries (dust or explosion hazards). For use in any areas where the build-up of static electricity is a concern or a spark-proof floor is required.

APPLICATION

SURFACE PREPARATION

Surface Preparation is the most critical portion of any successful resinous flooring system application. All
substrates must be properly prepared and tested for moisture as outlined in Epoxy.com
Surface Preparation Guidelines.

INSTALLATION

Mix Part B of Epoxy.com Product #677 prior to combining. Mix 1 part Part A with 2 parts Part B. Epoxy.com Product #677 at a rate of 200 ft2
per gallon per coat with a short nap roller. Care should be taken to avoid
puddles. Two coats are necessary to insure uniform coverage.

Epoxy.com Product #677 Thin-Film ESD Epoxy Coating System 12-15 Mils(1,000,000-1,000,000,000 ohms)

Material Qty./ 1000 SF Coverage
1. Epoxy.com Product #899 Epoxy Primer 4-5 gallons 200-250 SF /gallon
2. Epoxy.com Product #677 ESD/Conductive Epoxy Coating 5 gallons 200 SF /gallon
3. Epoxy.com Product #677 ESD/Conductive Epoxy Coating 5 gallons 200 SF /gallon

CLEAN-UP

Clean skin with soap and water. Tools and equipment should be cleaned with warm soapy water, xylene or lacquer thinner. Consult Material Safety Data for safety and health precautions.

COMPOSITION

Waterborne Epoxy Resin and Conductive Fillers

COVERAGE

Epoxy.com Product #677, when applied at 200 SF per gallon, yields 5.2 �to 6.0 mils dry film thickness.

TECHNICAL DATA

Viscosity @ 75°F 600-1000 CPS
Mixing Ratio 1 Part A to 2 Parts B by Volume
Solids Content, by volume 50-55%
Volatile Organic Content (VOC) <20 gm/L
Bond Strength to Concrete 400-500 psi (100% concretefailure
Weight per Gallon, mixed 8.75-9.00 pounds per gallon, mixed

CURE/DRY TIME

Pot Life 20-30 min.
Dry to touch 6 hours @ 75°F
Recoat 8-24 hours @ 75°F
Light Traffic 24 hours @ 75°F
�H� Hardness 2 days
�5-H� Hardness 30 days

AVAILABILITY

Contact Epoxy.com Customer Service Department at 321-206-1833

Maintenance

Remove animal fats, oil, grease or soap film promptly to reduce slipperiness. Epoxy.com Product #677 can be cleaned with neutral soaps and detergents.
If long periods of heavy traffic cause wear patterns reapply as need.
Anti-skid materials will reduce the effectiveness of the static dissipative
properties of this material.  Do not use aggressive anti-skids. It is
impossible to get an accurate reading of the conductivity of the floor if
anti-skids are used.

Technical Services

Contact Epoxy.com Technical Support with your questions about this
product at 352-533-2167. Epoxy.com Technical Support Department can help you
with the selection, specification, installation, and maintenance of
Epoxy.com products, or visit http://www.epoxysystems.com.

Norm Lambert
President &
Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
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Epoxy.com Splash Zone and Under Water Coating and Paste

August 19, 2010

Below are some of the questions that have been emailed to Norm Lambert at norm@epoxy.com and some of his answers.
Have a question for Epoxy.com?  If so, please email Epoxy.com Technical Support.

Patching and Coating With Epoxy.com Products at and Below the Water Line

Q: I am looking for a material that I can use to patch and coat a concrete seawall.  I need to repair areas where the salt damage has eaten away
the concrete, and protect the rest of the surfaces. The area I need to do is in the tidal zone.  I can clean up the concrete, dry it up (if I
need to) and apply the a material  during low tide, but the product will need to be either very fast setting or be able to cure under water when
the tide comes in.  What do you recommend?

Norm Lambert: First you will want to do good surface prepartion – www.epoxy.com/surfaceprep.aspx. Then you will want to use Epoxy.com Product #707 Splash Zone Coating and Underwater Paste is a moisture-insensitive, two-component, 100% solids epoxy-resin system. When mixed at a 1:1 ratio, by volume, this product produces a paste-like material that is ideal for protection or restoration of concrete, steel and timber piles and other structural elements in marine environments. It will easily do what you are looking to do and a whole lot more as well.

 Epoxy.com Product #707 Splash Zone Coating and Underwater Paste has a long pot-life, and is available in a
fast Cure.  Epoxy.com Product #707 Splash Zone Coating and Underwater Paste can be hand applied, above, at or below the water line. 
It resists wave action and will even bond to wet surfaces.

Norm Lambert
President &
Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
Available by Phone M-F 9AM-4PM Eastern Time (6 AM - 1 PM Pacific Time)
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What Epoxy for a Mechanical Room Floor.

August 18, 2010

I have a concrete mechanical room floor that I want to install a waterproof coating over. It has areas under it that I do not want to get wet. Due to the vibration I want to be sure we have good crack isolation for the concrete floor as well as being waterproof. Which Epoxy.com Coating System do you recommend?

Norm Lambert:

1.Prepare the concrete properly – www.epoxysystems.com/surfaceprep.aspx.

2. If there are any random cracks, repair them with Epoxy.com Product #685 – www.epoxysystems.com/685.htm MMA Polymer Crack Healer & Sealer. This material will weld the cracks back together structurally, making it as though the cracks never happened.

3. Fill any saw cut relieve joints with Epoxy.com Product #11 – www.epoxysystems.com/11.htm 100% Solids Epoxy Joint Filler.

4. Cold joints can be saw-cut and filled with Epoxy.com Product #11.  If cold joints are large enough, saw cutting may be optional.  Or if the cold joints are to be non-moving you can fill them with Epoxy.com Product #685.

5. Install 1 coat of Epoxy.com Product #899 –  www.epoxysystems.com/899.aspx  -  100% Solids Low-Mod Low Viscosity Zero (0) VOC Epoxy Primer at a rate of 250-300 SF per gallon per coat. Allow to dry overnight.

6. Install 2 coats of Epoxy.com Product #32 –www.epoxysystems.com/32.aspx – Epoxy.com Product #32 100% Solids Flexible Epoxy Membrane – Crack Isolation Epoxy. Allow to dry overnight after both coats.

7. Install 2 coats of Epoxy.com Product #2 – www.epoxy.com/2.htm – 100% Solids Epoxy Based Chemical Resistant Coating with an optional Epoxy Product#50 (small) or Product #51 (large) Anti-Skid additive. Epoxy.com Product#50 and #51 are polypropylene beads that mix with your Product #2 to produce the desired Anti-skid.  

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How to care for Epoxy.com Seamless Flooring and Coatings

August 17, 2010

Care and Maintenance ofEpoxy.com Flooring Systems and Coatings

Daily Maintenance of Seamless Floorings and Floor Coatings

  • Sweep the floors daily.
  • If abrasive particles  are present they should be removed by mopping
    with common household detergents and rinsed completely.  Be sure not to
    use the detergent at a concentration higher than that recommended by the
    manufacturer of the floor cleaning material.  Be sure to test any
    cleaner that you haven’t used before on a sample of the Seamless
    Flooring Material or Seamless Floor coating.  You may want to be sure to
    prepare these samples as you are installing the floor so they will be
    available to you at a later time.
  • Promptly remove grease, and other contaminants from the surface of
    the floor.
  • Be sure to rinse off all chemical solutions that may attack the
    surface.

Weekly Maintenance of Seamless Flooring and Floor Coatings

Smooth Systems

All seamless flooring and floor coatings should be mopped
on a regular bases with a neutral soap or detergent, and completely rinsed.
Be sure not to use the detergent at a concentration higher than that
recommended by the manufacturer of the floor cleaning material. 

Be sure to test any cleaner that you haven’t used before
on a sample of the Seamless Flooring Material or Seamless Floor coating. 

Mop should be rinsed often. Synthetic mops tend to work
better on textured surfaces than cotton mops. The water should be changed
frequently as well. Smooth floors are easily cleaned this way. It may be
necessary to give extra care to areas that are subject to heavy traffic,
hard rubber wheels, and steel wheels that leave marks. In these situations
you can use the methods used for textured floors for these more difficult to
remove contamination.

Textured Systems

Textured systems may require the use of a stiff bristled
brush or floor scrubber to reach to bottom of the anti-skid texture.  Severe
problem areas can be treated as follows:

Grease Removal

Grease is typically removed by Tri-sodium phosphate (TSP)
or other commonly available biodegradable cleaner. Contact Epoxy.com
Technical Support Department with your specific questions.

Removing Dairy Products

Dairy products should be removed immediately as they may
cause staining on some types of seamless flooring and seamless floor coating
systems.

Tire Marks Removal

Scrub the area(s) with a stiff bristled brush and using
the same biodegradable floor cleaner that you are using to mop with.

Stubborn Dirt or Stain Removal

When you are trying to remove stubborn dirt or stains,
allow the biodegradable cleaner to set in the area for a little while longer
and do the work for you. Then completely rinse to area to remove the cleaner
and the dirt.

Chemical Spills

You should always rinse strong chemicals as quickly as
possible completely from the surface. Chemicals allowed to dry on the
surface typically become more concentrated as they dry.  That may cause the
chemical to get concentrated enough to stain or even attack the seamless
floor or seamless floor coating.

Waxing and Polishing of Seamless Flooring and Seamless
Floor Coatings

Epoxy.com Epoxy and Urethane Seamless Flooring and
Seamless Floor Coating Systems are very shinny and so waxing or polishing
are not necessary.  If a floor is very old, or has seen extremely high
traffic this shine may dull.  If it does then you can wax or polish the
floor with standard commercial products that are designed for that purpose. 
Better yet, if this happens, you may want to renew or refinish your system -
see below.

Renewing and Refinishing Seamless Flooring and Seamless
Floor Coating Systems

Epoxy.com Epoxy and Urethane Seamless Flooring and
Seamless Floor Coating Systems are designed to withstand heavy traffic and
wear.  However, if there is enough traffic and/or abuse to cause the system
to loose its shine, or show visible signs of wear, you may wish to restore
the floor by “re-glazing” it.  Before re-glazing a flooring system or
coating system you need to do the following:

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Coal Tar Epoxy FAQ

August 16, 2010

Below are some of the questions that have been emailed to Norm Lambert at norm@epoxy.com and some of his answers.

Have a question for Epoxy.com?  If so, please email Epoxy.com Technical Support.

For use in potable water?

Q: “Epoxy.com Product #210 Coal Tar
Epoxy says on its technical data sheet that it  meets the
performance criteria for the American Water Works Association Specification C-210.  Does that mean I can coat the inside of my steel potable water tank with it?”

Norm Lambert: No.  To use on the inside
of your tank you will need NSF or UL approval for direct contact with
drinking water.  American Water Works Association Specification C-210
deals with the standard for coating the outside of a tank with an Epoxy.

Which Coal Tar Epoxy is Best?

I notice that Epoxy.com has two different Coal tar Epoxies:
Epoxy.com Product #210 andEpoxy.com Product #216. Which one is the best?

Norm Lambert: The reason we make the two versions is so that you have a choice for which one is Right Product for Your Job. Both products will hold up for long periods of time, when other products will not.
Epoxy.com Product #216 Coal Tar Epoxy Coating meets all requirements of Corp. of Engineers C-200, Federal Specification DOD-P-23236 (SHIPS), and SSPC 16-91.
Epoxy.com Product #210 Coal Tar Epoxy Coating meets American Water Works Association Specification C-210.  So if you are working a job with one of these specifications, that will determine which Epoxy.com Coal Tar Epoxy is right for your job.

Epoxy.com Product #216  Coal Tar Epoxy Coating is 86% Solids, so there is some solvent odor when working with it. However, the solvent gives you a longer working time. Epoxy.com Product #210 Coal Tar Epoxy is 100% solids, so it is Zero (0) VOC – no solvents.  So Epoxy.com Product #210 meets even the strictest VOC requirements.  That means that you have no odor, but you will have a shorter “pot life”.

Still confused as to which one to use email
Epoxy.com Technical Support
or give them a call at 352-533-2167.

Norm Lambert
President & Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
Florida & Vermont USA
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Epoxy.com Epoxy Tile Grout and Epoxy Tile Adhesive Questions

August 13, 2010

Below are some of the questions that have been emailed to Norm Lambert at
norm@epoxy.com and some of his answers.
Have a question for Epoxy.com?  If so, please email Epoxy.com Technical Support.

Can Epoxy.com Epoxy Tile Grout and Epoxy Tile Adhesive be added to
conventional grout?

Q: “Can I add Epoxy.com Tile Grout and Tile Adhesive
to my own tile grout?”

Norm Lambert: No, sorry! 
Epoxy.com Product #225  is Water
Cleanable Tile Grout and Tile Adhesive is water cleanable not water based. 
Epoxy.com Product #225 is 100% solids epoxy that
is mixed with select strong dry fillers to give you a true 100% solids epoxy
grout.  Epoxy.com Product #225 contains no
Portland Cement.  Epoxy.com Product #225 is
waterproof and highly stain and chemical resistant.
Epoxy.com Product #225  will not support mold and mildew growth.
Bottom line is that Epoxy.com Product #225 is as
easy to maintain (perhaps even easier) as the tile you are grouting and/or
bonding with it. Epoxy.com Product #225 comes in
regular grade as well as wall grade.

Norm Lambert
President & Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
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What is the Best Seamless Flooring?

August 12, 2010

Have a question for Epoxy.com?  If so, please email Epoxy.com Technical Support.

Which Epoxy.com Seamless Epoxy Flooring is the best?

Q: “I would like to install a seamless epoxy floor. 
Which Epoxy.com seamless epoxy floor system is the very best?”

Norm Lambert: The best Epoxy.com Floor is the
one that is right for you. Everyone’s need is slightly different.  That
is why Epoxy.com has many different types of seamless epoxy flooring. 
Actually some of our seamless flooring is not epoxy at all.  We also
compound aliphatic polyurethane and Methyl Methacrylate flooring  and
coatings as well.  Think of Epoxy.com Seamless flooring and coating
systems as a tool box full of tools. Our job at Epoxy.com
is to make sure you have the right seamless epoxy flooring product
for your needs.  Don’t settle for “One Size Fits All”.  Let us
help you pick out the material that is best for you.

Norm Lambert
President & Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
Florida & Vermont USA
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Epoxy.com Seamless Epoxy Quartz Flooring

August 11, 2010

Epoxy.com - Selecting the Right Resin System

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Q: "I have an application for a seamless floor, approximately 200
sq feet. Requirements also include coved wall edge with a 4inch wall
coverage. Chemical resistance of bleach+water mixture for cleaning
purposes. Present site is a concrete substrate with industrial
linoleum tile which is strongly adhered. Is the product #15 suitable
for this application? Can the product be applied directly overtop
linoleum after a TSP chemical cleanse? If not is there a suitable
primer recommended or does the original flooring have to be
removed?"

Norm Lambert: The answer is yes and no. Yes Epoxy.com
Product #15
Seamless Epoxy Flooring will easily hold up to
the bleach and water.  However, I never recommend going over
linoleum.  First of all it will need extensive surface
preparation, but most importantly if the tile comes up so does your
Epoxy.com Product #15
Seamless Epoxy Flooring. If it is concrete under the tile, I recommend removal of the tile, removal of the mastic, and cleaning of the concrete.
If it is over wood you may want to consider a new plywood overlay. If you can handle the height you can install 1/2 inch plywood directly over the tile. If height is an issue
you will want to remove the floor down to the floor joists and reinstall 3/4 inch AC plywood. See
Epoxy.com Surface Preparation Guide for more details.

Thank you for your
interest in our products. Please contact me with your questions.

Norm Lambert
President & Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
Florida & Vermont USA
Available by Phone M-F 9AM-4PM Eastern Time (6 AM - 1 PM Pacific
Time)
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Epoxy Chemical Resistant to Brake Fluid

August 10, 2010

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Customer Asks: “I’m looking for a chemical resistant coating that would stand up to brake fluid and the like.”

Norm Lambert:

Epoxy.com Product #2 – www.epoxysystems.com/2.aspx   has upto 24 hour resistance against Brake Fluid.

Epoxy.com Product #633 – www.epoxysystems.com/633.aspx has resistance for up to 6 months

Norm Lambert

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Epoxy.com Table Top & Casting Epoxy Resin Resin

August 10, 2010

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A customer Asks: “I am looking to do my bar top.  Can I stain it with polyurethane before I install Epoxy.com Product #214  100% Solids Epoxy Casting Tabletop and Bar Top Resin?”

Answer: It is always better to bond the Epoxy.com Product #214100% Solids Epoxy Casting Tabletop and Bar Top Resin directly to the substrate so you will get the strongest possible bond.  However, if you must stain you should use a stain that does not waterproof the substrate.  Of course you should always do a mockup if you plan to use any kind of stain.  Some people like to use Epoxy.com Product #1  a two component, zero (0) VOC, 100% solids epoxy Hi-Build epoxy coating as a pigmented background. That way you have the strength of Epoxy, while getting a background color.

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Epoxy.com Quick Start

August 9, 2010

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Epoxy.com Has Over 300 Epoxy and other Construction Resin Products

Epoxy.com Epoxy and Epoxy like duel component construction resin products can be  used in combination with each other to produce a multitude of systems. If you don’t find it here contact Epoxy.com Technical Support Department. We might need to make a custom system or product for you.

The Epoxy.com Technical Support and Development of Epoxy.com Products are Backed with Decades of Field Experience with Epoxy and other construction resins.

Epoxy.com is the Products Division of Epoxy Systems, Inc. of Florida and Vermont.
Look for the Epoxy.com logo on every product label.

Epoxy.com is a division of Epoxy Systems, Inc. – Since 1980 we have added hundreds of products.  You can find a complete listing of these products at www.epoxy.com/products.aspx. If you cannot find it please give Epoxy.com Technical Support Department  a call at 352-533-2167. More about who Epoxy.com is.

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Are Epoxy.com 100% Solid Products Green?

April 30, 2010

How Environmentally Friendly Are Epoxy.com Products?

Q: I am looking for information on the environmental impact of epoxy products, and since there seems to be very little useful information on the internet, I thought I should just ask a professional.

Epoxy.com’s 100% solid products (which are most of your product line) are included in many “Green” buildings.  The logic for that is this:

  1. Epoxy.com 100% solid products have 0 VOCs.  So you are reducing the carbon emissions. 
  2. Typical Epoxy.com 100% solid systems have done their job for decades, and there is no reason to believe they will not last for decades more.  I personally have jobs that I installed with them that go back as much as a third of a century, that are not even starting to show signs that they will need replacement.  That is the ultimate in reuse.
  3. There is no need to recycle a product that can be reused for decades.

 
Epoxy.com encourages our customers to order material as they need it and to use all their materials before their expiration.  That is why we do not require large stocking orders from new dealers, like most other companies.  We want our customers to use up material they buy from us and not have any for it run out of shelf life.  However, if Epoxy.com products do run out of shelf life, they are typically mixed and cured before disposal as inert common trash.   

Thank you for your interest in our products.  Please contact me with your questions.

Epoxy Systems, Inc.

Norm Lambert
President & Director of Technical Support
Epoxy Systems, Inc
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Epoxy.com Epoxy Material Calculators

June 20, 2012

Epoxy.com calculators are designed for busy professional estimators who wants to quickly and accurately calculate the amount of epoxy or epoxy like material for their job.

Epoxy Coating Spread Rate Calculator shows how much 100% solids epoxy coating  you will need for your installation.

Epoxy Dowel  Bar and Anchor Bolt Adhesive Calculator shows the amount of epoxy adhesive you will need to install dowel bars into concrete or wood.

Epoxy Stone Overlay Calculator figures the amount of epoxy adhesive resin your will need to do an epoxy stone overlay.

Epoxy Table Top Resin Calculator  figures the amount of epoxy table top resin you will need to do a table or bar top.

Epoxy Tile Grout Calculator is used to calculate the amount of epoxy tile grout that you need for a specific tile size and joint spacing.

Electrical Epoxy Calculator is used to calculate the amount of epoxy you will need to encapsulate electrical components.

Epoxy.com Conductive Flooring Calculator figures how much material you will need to install a conductive epoxy flooring system.

Is there another Epoxy.com product calculator that you would like to have here, send your suggestions to Norm Lambert – Epoxy.com Technical Director at norm@epoxy.com.

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