GroundWorx Ultra (HB-97.2) ESD Static Conductive Epoxy Basecoat 100% Solids | Forklift Traffic | ANSI/ESD S20.20-2014

CURE SCHEDULE

(at 75°F or 25°C and 50% RH)

APPLICATION TEMPERATURE: 65°F (18°C) and 90°F (32°C) and below 75% relative humidity

MIXING AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

RODUCT STORAGE:   Materials should be stored in original un-opened containers indoors between 65°F (18°C) and 90°F (32°C) and at or below 75% RH.

GENERAL SURFACE PREPARATION:  All surfaces must be sound, dry, clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, mildew, form release agents, curing compounds, loose and flaking paint and other foreign substances.  If the concrete has been treated or sealed, proceed with complete removal process Surface dirt, grease, oil, and contaminates must be removed by detergent scrubbing and rinsing with clean water. Shot blasting or grinding the surface is the preferred method of preparation. The success of industrial diamond grinding as a concrete preparation method will vary depending on technique and the hardness of the concrete

Grounding Required for the GroundWorx Ultra Epoxy System:  We offer the option to include with the GroundWorx Ultra Epoxy, a 1/2 inch-wide copper grounding strip for grounding to earth grounds. Copper is 1.4 mil thickness (2.6 mil thickness with the conductive adhesive backing).  Recommend at least 1 grounding strip every 1,000 sq’ of project surface area.  Apply the copper grounding strip ON TOP of the epoxy before the GroundWorx Ultra Urethane is applied.

MOISTURE AND VAPOR/CONTAMINATION Moisture and vapor transmission rates are dynamic in nature and may change over time. Initial testing does not guarantee future results. Staticworx requires that all concrete slabs are tested using in-situ probes per ASTM F-2170 and with calcium chloride tests per ASTM F-1869. If the relative humidity of the concrete substrate is over 75% (per ASTM F-2170) or 3lbs/1,000ft²/24 hours (ASTM F-1869), contact Staticworx for a moisture mitigation recommendation prior to product use. If there is no known vapor barrier or the vapor barrier is inadequate, there is an elevated risk of bond failure. Other factors including the migration of oils, chemicals, excessive salts or Alkali Silica Reaction (ASR) from the concrete may also elevate the risk of adhesion difficulties. Contact Staticworx for approved mitigation treatments.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS: Mix ratio is 2 Parts A to 1 part B by volume. A pint of coloring agent is recommended per every 3 gallon mix. The color pack should be added and mixed in homogenously prior to adding the Part B hardener. Mix all components together for 2-3 minutes with a Jiffy® ES mix blade attached to a slow speed drill. Mix only enough material at one time that can be applied without exceeding the pot life. Note: Once this material is mixed, it can’t be resealed for later use. Improper mixing may result in product failure. For best mixing results and proper blending of parts A and B, recommend a Jiffy Mixer style drill mixer.

Use of an improper drill mixer can result in streaking of the color because the pigment has not been thoroughly blended.  It can also create curing problems if the hardener also called activator (Part B) is not thoroughly blended with the resin (Part A) which can cause some areas on your floor to remain soft and not harden properly.  DO NOT USE A PAINT MIXER.  Many mixing problems described above can be traced back to using a paint mixer..  DO NOT HAND MIX as this approach can also result in the same problems as using a paint mixer.

****IMPORTANT NOTE AFTER MIXING:****

Once parts A&B are thoroughly mixed, immediately pour 100% of all mixed product on the floor in a ribbon pattern, S or W shape over the area you want that amount of product to cover. The risk of leaving product in the bucket is that it will become hard and reduce the working time by a minimum of 50% and may harden and start smoking in the bucket before you get back to it.

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY During the application and curing of the coating, the substrate temperature, material temperature, and room conditions must be maintained between 65°F (18°C) and 95°F (32°C). Relative Humidity (RH) should be limited to 30- 80%. DO NOT apply coatings unless the surface temperature is more than five degrees over the dew point.

SPREADING RATE:  Apply at approx. 160 sq ft/gal. When HB-97.2 ESD primer is applied, surface irregularities and porosity in the concrete may affect the coverage rate. Be sure to plan accordingly as there may be a need for extra material to provide proper coverage. Material applied too heavily may blister or can remain soft during curing. Too little material may produce dry spots and a non-uniform look. The best practice is to measure and grid the floor to be sure of proper application rate.

DRYING TIME: Unless top coating, allow HB-97.2 primer to dry for a minimum of 24 hours after application at 75°F (24°C) and 50% RH before opening the floor to light traffic, allow more time for low temperatures and higher humidity or for heavier traffic. Full coating properties may take up to 7 days to develop.

PRODUCT APPLICATION:  Apply GroundWorx Ultra ESD primer at a rate of 10 mils (480ft² per pail) to the flooring surface using a notched or flat squeegee depending on the desired thickness. Allowing the material to sit in the pail for longer than 5 minutes will result in an increase of viscosity and reduced leveling properties. Back roll and evenly spread the wet coating using a 1/4 – 3/16 inch nap non-shed professional grade roller. Care should be taken to overlap and cross lap, but not over roll the coating introducing air to the surface. HB-97.2 ESD primer must be top coated within 24 hours (at 70-75°F, 30% RH) in order to avoid sanding. If the re-coat window has expired, the prior cured coating surface must be sanded with 100 grit sand paper or sanding screen installed on a swing-type floor buffer. Sand to a uniform dulled surface. Remove all sanding debris with a vacuum and damp mop. Scrub with detergent and rinse with clean water. Surface must be dry before coating.

CLEANUP: Clean hands and tools immediately with warm, soapy water.  Clean spills right away with a damp cloth.

MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES:  Allow floor coating to cure for at least 7 days before cleaning by mechanical means (i.e. sweeper, scrubber, disc buffer). Increased life of the floor will be seen with proper maintenance and will help maintain a fresh appearance. Regularly sweep to avoid retention of dirt and grime which can quickly dull the finish, decreasing the life of the coating. Spills should be removed as quickly as possible as certain chemicals may stain and can permanently damage the finish. Only soft nylon brushes or white pads should be used on your new floor coating. Premature loss of gloss can be caused by hard abrasive bristle Polypropylene (Tynex®) brushes. Caution!  Some cleaners may affect the color of the floor installed. Test each cleaner in a small area, utilizing your cleaning technique.  If no ill effects are noted, you can continue to clean with the product and process tested.

DAMAGES AND REPAIRS Heavy objects dragged across the surface will scratch any floor coating. Avoid gouging or scratching the surface. Staticworx recommends protecting the floor with plywood, Masonite, or Ram boards whenever heavy equipment is being moved in or out of the space. Pointed items or heavy items dropped on the floor may cause chipping or concrete chip damage. Plasticizer migration from rubber tires can permanently stain the floor coating. If a rubber tire is planned to set on the floor for a long period of time, place a piece of acrylic sheet between the tire and the floor to prevent tire staining. Rubber burns from quick stops and starts from forklifts and lift trucks can heat the coating to its softening point, causing permanent damage and marking. Repair gouges, chips, and scratches as soon as possible to prevent moisture and chemical under cutting and permanent damage to the floor coating.

RESTRICTIONS: Restrict the use of the floor to light traffic and non-harsh chemicals until the coating is fully cured (see technical data under full cure).  It is best to let the floor remain dry for the full cure cycle. Dependent on actual complete system application, surface may be slippery, especially when wet or contaminated; keep surface clean and dry.

LIMITATIONS:

• Substrate temperature must be 5°F above dew point.
• All new concrete must be cured for at least 30 days prior to application.
• Physical properties are typical values and not specifications.

We strongly recommend to test the coating before recoating or topcoating. This is done by pressing your thumb on the coating in multiple places to ensure a fingerprint impression is not visible. If there is no impression visible, then coating the floor can be done. Note, colder or hotter than 75 degrees can affect the curing time schedule  

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