Nitoflor TF10000 constructive solutions

Heavy duty trowel applied epoxy resin

floor screed

Uses Typical properties

 Nitoflor TF10000 provides an extremely durable, high Curing characteristics

strength, chemical, impact and abrasion resistant floor.
 Nitoflor TF10000 is ideally suitable for use in heavy Nitoflor TF10000
engineering plants, process areas, oil refineries, Temperature: 10oC 20oC 35oC
workshops and other industrial plants, where a floor Pot life: 180 mins. 90 mins. 35 mins.
topping up to 15 mm thick is required. Initial hardness: 8 hours 5 hours 2 hours
 Nitoflor TF10000 can also be used for areas of lighter Full cure: 10 days 7 days 3 days
duty where above average durability and low Nitoprime 31: Refer to product data sheets.
maintenance costs are required.
Physical properties
 Nitoflor TF10000 can be over-coated and sealed with one
of the Nitoflor FC epoxy resin floor coating range where
Test method Typical value
high degrees of cleanliness and chemical resistance are
required. Compressive BS6319:Part 2,
2
strength: 1985 80 N/mm
Flexural BS6319:Part 3,
Advantages
strength: 1985 17 N/mm2
Bond to primed Elcometer Greater than
 Durable: Capable of withstanding heavy loads. Highly concrete: pull-off tensile strength
resistant to abrasion. of concrete
 Chemical Resistance: Withstands a wide range of Tensile BS6319:Part 7,
chemicals. strength: 1985 8.5 N/mm2
 Non-slip: Good gripping surface to both vehicular and Water In-house
pedestrian traffic. absorption: 0.1%
 Easily laid: Designed for quick and easy laying to a fair Density: 2100 kg/m3
finish. Colour: Natural sand
 Seamless: Eliminates potential sources of failure. Temperature Recommended application range is
 Low odour: No harmful vapours present. limitations: 10oC to 30oC. Consult your local
technical department where
 High strength: Strengths in excess of the concrete to application is outside the range 5oC
which material is applied. to 40oC.
 Locally produced: Formulated for use in Middle East
conditions. Chemical resistance

Description Nitoflor TF10000 is fully resistant to the following chemicals

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at 30 C.
Nitoflor TF10000 is a three component solvent free mortar
consisting of an epoxy resin base, a modified polyamine  Bleach (sodium  Xylene
hardener, and a specially selected and graded silica hypochlorite)
aggregate of high crushing strength.  Detergent  Acetone
 Petrol  Hydrochloric Acid (32%
It is trowel applied at thicknesses ranging from 5 mm for light solution)
to medium wear up to 15 mm for the heaviest industrial  Sodium Chloride  White Spirit
applications. (saturated solution)
 Sodium Hydroxide (50%  Motor Oil
Nitoflor TF10000 is used in conjunction with Nitoprime 31, solution)
two-part epoxy resin primer. Both products are supplied in  Sulphuric Acid (25%  Brine (saturated)
pre-weighed units ready for on site mixing and application. solution)
 Nitric Acid (10% solution)  Diesel
The cured Nitoflor TF10000 screed provides an impervious  Phosphoric Acid (50%
durable, chemical resistant topping with a slightly granular solution)
texture to give non-skid finished surface.

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In addition, Nitoflor TF10000 will resist spillages of the Priming
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following materials at 30 C provided that they are cleaned off
promptly in keeping with good housekeeping practice. All surfaces to be covered with Nitoflor TF10000 should be
primed with Nitoprime 31 epoxy resin primer designed for
 Sulphuric Acid (50% solution) maximum absorption and adhesion to concrete substrates.
 Nitric Acid (25% solution) To mix the primer, add the entire contents of the smaller
 Acetic Acid (10% solution) hardener can to the base can and mix thoroughly. Once
 Skydrol mixed immediately apply the primer in a thin continuous film
to the clean prepared surfaces. Work the primer into the
Nitoflor TF10000 should not be exposed to: surface using stiff brushes or rollers. Avoid over application
and puddling. On porous floors the primer will be absorbed
 Pure Nitric Acid very quickly leaving characteristic light coloured dry
 Pure Sulphuric Acid patches. It is recommended that a second priming coat is
applied. This not only helps to ensure adhesion but
Note: In cases of severe chemical attack, it is recommended prevents air release from the porous substrate which may
that Nitoflor TF10000 is coated with a suitable Nitoflor FC cause bubbles in the final applied screed.
chemical resistant coating.
Allow the primer to become tacky. This time is highly
Application instructions dependent on local conditions. See “Properties” for
maximum overlay times.
Surface preparation
In hot, fast drying conditions it is important that sufficient
A good floor topping is only as good as the preparation. It is labour and planning be employed to allow easy completion
essential that Nitoflor TF10000 is applied to sound, clean and of all steps of the application procedure.
dry surfaces in order that maximum bond strength is
achieved between the substrate and the flooring system. Mixing

New concrete floors 1. Equipment - Mechanical mixing of Nitoflor TF10000 is

essential. Forced action mixers such as Mixal,
Should be at least 14 days old (at 35oC). Laitance on new Cretangle or similar should be used. Free fall mortar
concrete floors is best removed by light grit-blasting, mixers are not suitable.
mechanical scabbling or diamond grinding. A floor blazer is 2. Procedure - Never attempt to split a pack. The total
suitable for large areas. On smaller areas thorough acid contents of the aggregate bag are poured into the
etching using Fosroc Acid Etch may be considered. After mixer and dry blended for 2 to 3 minutes.
etching the floor should be thoroughly washed several times
with clean water and then allowed to dry. The contents of the hardener tin are poured into the base
tin and mixed thoroughly for 1 to 2 minutes, until a uniform
Old concrete floors liquid is obtained.

Again mechanical cleaning methods are strongly The mixed base and hardener should now be poured slowly
recommended on old concrete floors particularly where into the mechanical mixer until all the components are
existing coatings are present or heavy contamination by oil thoroughly blended. Mix for a further 2 to 3 minutes. Once
and grease has occurred. This may well have been mixed the material must be used within the specified pot
absorbed several millimetres into the concrete in which case life. After this time the material will stiffen and become
scabbling is essential to completely remove it. Fosroc unsuitable and should be discarded.
Chemical Degreaser may be used on small areas of light oil
contamination only. An alternative method is to add the aggregate to the mixed
base and hardener.
All dust and debris should be removed prior to laying Nitoflor
TF10000, preferably by industrial vacuum cleaning. Laying

Steel surfaces Nitoflor TF10000 is laid 5 to 15 mm thick in one application

whilst the primer is still tacky. Only prime an area which
Should be grit-blasted to Sa 2½ (BS4232 second quality) can be overlaid with Nitoflor TF10000 before the primer
immediately prior to application. dries. Primed areas which, due to unforeseen
circumstances, have been allowed to dry should be re-
primed with Nitoprime 31.

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The mixed Nitoflor TF10000 is raked to the required Some people are sensitive to resins, hardeners and
thickness and tamped with a wooden float, or levelled with a solvents. Gloves, goggles and barrier creams, such as
screeding bar, to ensure full compaction. To provide as Kerodex Antisolvent and Rosalex Antipaint should therefore
close a textured finish as possible, finish off the process be used. Ensure adequate ventilation when using Solvent
using a steel trowel regularly cleaned. 102 and if working in enclosed areas, suitable breathing
apparatus must be used.
Joints
If resin comes in contact with skin, it must be removed
Expansion joints in the existing substrate must be before it hardens, with a resin removing cream, such as
maintained through the Nitoflor TF10000 screed. For Kerocleanse Standard Grade Skin Cleanser or Rozaklens
suitable joint sealants, please contact your local Fosroc Industrial Skin Cleanser, followed by washing with soap and
office. water - do not use solvent. Fosroc Solvent 102 and Fosroc
Chemical Degreaser should be washed from skin
Over-coating immediately with soap and water. Should accidental eye
contamination occur with any of the above products, wash
In areas where a high degree of cleanliness, or where a well with plenty of clean water and seek medical advice. If
specific colour, or improved chemical resistance is required, swallowed seek medical attention immediately - do not
the surface of Nitoflor TF10000 can be sealed. Over-coating induce vomiting.
can commence when the Nitoflor TF10000 has cured for 24
hours at 35oC. Fire

Recommended Fosroc products include Nitoflor FC130, Fosroc Solvent 102 is flammable. Do not expose to naked
Nitoflor FC140, Nitoflor FC 145 and Nitoflor FC150. For flames or other sources of ignition. No smoking.
application details and other information see the relevant Containers should be tightly sealed when not in use. In the
technical data sheets. event of fire extinguish with CO2 or foam type extinguishers.

Cleaning Nitoflor TF1000 and Nitoprime 31 are no flammable.

Tools and equipment should be solvent cleaned with Fosroc Flash points
Solvent 102 immediately after use.
Fosroc Solvent 102: 33oC
Packing
Nitoflor TF10000: 35 kg Packs Storage
Nitoprime 31: 1, 5 & 15 kg Packs
Fosroc Solvent 102: 4 & 25 litre Packs Nitoprime 31 and Nitoflor TF10000 have a shelf life of 12
months stored in a dry place under 35oC.
Coverage
Nitoflor TF10000: 2.1 kg per m 2 per mm thickness Additional information
Nitoprime 31: 4 - 5 m 2/kg
Nitoflor TF10000 is only one product in Fosroc’s Nitoflor
The above coverage rates are given for guidance only as range of industrial flooring which includes sealers, coatings,
actual quantities used will vary depending on nature of hardeners and other resin toppings designed for the widest
substrate and conditions on site. A heavily scabbled or variety of industrial locations and environments.
uneven floor will increase consumption.
Ancillary products include concrete repair products, grouts,
Precautions joint sealants and protective coatings all ideally suited for
industrial maintenance requirements (see separate data
Health and safety sheet).

Nitoflor TF10000, Nitoprime 31, and Fosroc Solvent 102

should not come in contact with the skin and eyes, or be
swallowed. Avoid prolonged inhalation of solvent vapours.

Important note:
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions
for the Supply of Goods and Services, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that
any advice, recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no di rect
or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the
use of its products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

Fosam Company Limited

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