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Sika — Technical Presentation (July 2013)
13 slides from Sika's technical presentation, July 2013
Slide 1: Sika
Slide 2: Sikadur 55 SLV Application Instructions
Construction Sikadur 55 SLV Application Instructions Sika Corporation
Slide 3: Sikadur 55 SLV
Construction Sikadur 55 SLV Epoxy crack healer and penetrating sealer Fast tack-free time 100% solids Super low-viscosity Moisture-tolerant High-strength Two-component Sika Corporation
Slide 4: Where to use
Construction Sikadur 55 SLV Where to use: • Structurally repairing cracked concrete • Interior and above-grade slabs • Elevated horizontal decks, parking garages and other structures exposed to foot and pneumatic tire traffic Sika Corporation
Slide 5: Packaging and coverage
Construction Sikadur 55 SLV Packaging: • 3 gal. units (2 gal. ‘A’ + 1 gal. ‘B’) Coverage: • 1 gal. yields 231 in3 Sika Corporation
Slide 6: Surface Preparation
Construction Surface Preparation Surface must be clean and sound. Remove dust, laitance, grease, curing compounds, impregnations, waxes and any other contaminants by mechanical means before application Substrate should be dry for best results Surfaces prepared by Low Pressure Water Cleaning
Slide 7: Tools Required
Construction Tools Required ½” drill motor Low speed drill (400-600 rpm) Drill and paddle for mixing Spatula Sika Corporation
Slide 8: Mixing
Construction Mixing Mix 1 part Component ‘B’ to 2 parts Component ‘A’ by volume into a clean pail Mix thoroughly for 3 minutes with Sika paddle on low-speed (400-600 rpm) drill until uniformly blended Mix only that quantity that can be used within pot life Sika Corporation
Slide 9: Application: gravity feed into cracks
Construction Application To gravity feed into cracks: • Sikadur 55 SLV is applied to horizontal surfaces by flat squeegee or broom. • Spread material over area and allow to pond over cracks. • Let material penetrate into cracks and substrate. • Remove excess epoxy with roller leaving no visible su
Slide 10: Application: gravity feed into cracks (continued)
Construction Application To gravity feed into cracks: • A second treatment may be required on very porous substrates. • Apply second treatment before broadcasting • After treatment, wait at least 20 minutes at 73°F (23°C). • Cover with broadcast of an oven- dried 20/40 silica sand or similar sand.
Slide 11: Application: pressure-inject cracks
Construction Application To pressure-inject cracks • Use automated injection equipment or manual method. • Set appropriate injection ports based on system used. • Seal ports and cracks with Sikadur 31, Hi-Mod Gel, Sikadur Injection Gel or Sikadur AnchorFix-3/4 • When the epoxy adhesive has cured,
Slide 12: Precaution
Construction Precaution Avoid skin and eye contact Wear • chemical resistant gloves • goggles Ventilate area Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations Uncured material can be removed with approved solvent Follow manufacturer’s warnings and instructions for use Si
Slide 13: Sika Product Data Sheets
Construction Sikadur 55 SLV Sika Product Data Sheets can be obtained via: http://usa.sika.com Refer to data sheets for specific information on each Sika product. Sika Corporation