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Features & Benefits

• For professional use only
• Solvent-free epoxy adhesive consisting of two pre-measured components (component A = resin, component B = hardener) that have to be mixed before use
• Eporip has the consistency of a slightly thixotropic paste that can be applied by brush on both horizontal and vertical surfaces
• Polymerises without shrinkage and, after curing, is waterproof, possesses excellent dielectric properties and high mechanical characteristics in addition to its ability to bond concrete and steel
• Eporip meets the requirements defined by EN 1504-9 (“Products and systems for the protection and repair of concrete structures - Definitions, requirements, quality control and evaluation of conformity – General principles for the use of products”) and the minimum requirements claimed by EN 1504-4 (“Structural bonding”)
• Consumption varies, depending on irregularities in the substrate and the method used in application:
  • Construction joints with a rough substrate: 0.5-0.7 kg/m²
  • Construction joints with a very uneven substrate: 1.0-2.0 kg/m²
  • Sealing cracks: 1.35 kg/l per litre of cavity
  • Bonding precast elements in concrete, or steel-and-concrete: 1.35 kg/m² per mm thickness

Recommendations

• Do not apply Eporip at temperatures lower than 5°C
• Do not use Eporip on wet surfaces (even though they can be slightly damp)
• Do not cast fresh concrete onto hardened Eporip
• Do not use Eporip on dusty, crumbling or loose surfaces

Application

Preparation of the substrate:

• Before the application of Eporip, the substrate must be perfectly clean, solid and strong
• All loose and crumbling parts, dust, cement laitance and traces of form-release oils and paint must be eliminated by careful sandblasting or brushing
• When applying the product to metal, remove any rust and grease residues beforehand, preferably by means of sand-blasting to white metal

Preparing the mix:

• The two Eporip components have to be mixed
• Pour component B (white) into component A (grey) and mix with a trowel for small quantities or with a drill fitted with a low speed stirrer for large batches until the mix is perfectly smooth and even (the same grey all through)
• Do not use partial amounts to avoid the risk of accidental ratio errors that could prevent Eporip from curing

Applying the mix:

• Eporip can be applied with a flat trowel or a brush on dry or slightly damp concrete
• It is advisable to let the product penetrate well into particularly uneven and porous areas so as to ensure perfect adhesion to the whole surface being treated
• The subsequent layer of fresh concrete must be placed within the open times according to the temperature indicated in the technical data table
• When Eporip is used to seal cracks wider than 0.5 mm, simply placing is sufficient
• In this case it is recommended to spread sand over the Eporip surface in order to favor bonding of product that may be applied subsequently
• If the cracks are narrower than 0.5 mm, they have to be widened and then dusted well before repair work with Eporip
• Do not use Eporip when the outside temperature of the substrate is lower than 5°C

Technical Data

Cleaning

• Tools used to prepare and apply Eporip must be cleaned with solvents (ethyl alcohol, xylol, toluene, etc.) immediately after use

Storage & Safety Instructions

• 24 months in original packaging
• Eporip should be stored indoors in a cool, dry place where the temperature is between +5°C and +30°C
• Eporip components A and B may irritate the skin and eyes and may cause sensitisation in those subjects sensitive to such substances
  • When applying the product, it is recommended the use of protective gloves and goggles and to take the usual precautions for handling chemical products
  • If the product comes into contact with the eyes or skin, wash immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical attention
• Eporip components A and B are also hazardous for aquatic life - do not dispose of the product in the environment
• When the product reacts it generates considerable heat
  • After mixing components A and B, it is recommended applying the product as soon as possible and to never leave the container unguarded until it is completely empty
• For further and complete information about the safe use of our product please refer to the latest version of the  Safety Data Sheet (see 'Data Sheets' section above)