REDBAC Deep Pour 3CE Grout is a three component, 100% solids, VOC free, epoxy resin system specifically designed for pours up to 8". Deep Pour 3CE combines excellent compressive strength with rapid cure times. Its lower cost makes it more economical for larger volume applications.

Deep Pour 3CE is recommended for:

Ease of mixing and fast cure makes this epoxy grout ideal for minimizing down time in industries where equipment must continue running such as in steel making, manufactureing, and power generation.

Deep Pour 3CE flows into spaces under machines, fills completely before solidifying and is self leveling. It will survive impact and vibration equal to reinforced rubber materials and will not delaminate under the most severe shock loads.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

PACKAGING/YIELD

K-028-69 = 860 in3 = 0.5 ft.3, approximately
K-028-138 = 1720 in3 = 1.0 ft.3, approximately

PACKAGING CONVENIENCE

REDBAC Deep Pour 3CE is conveniently packaged to yield approximately 1.0 and 0.5 ft3. The kit consists of a pre-measured Part A (resin), a pre-measured Part B (hardener), and Part C (blended aggregate filler). The 138# Deep Pour kit yields approximately 1 cubic foot and comes with two 60# bags of blended aggregate filler.

The 69# kit is completely contained in a 5 gallon pail and yields approximately 1/2 cubic foot. Deviations from established kit proportions will result in an inferior product; therefore, adjustments are not recommended.

DO NOT MIX PARTIAL KITS.

WORKLIFE AND CURE TIME

The worklife (the time you have to pour before it sets) of Deep Pour 3CE will vary according to the foundation and air temperature. The average worklife at 72 ° F will be approximately 45 minutes. In cooler weather you will have more time and in warmer weather less time. Having one worker mixing and another pouring and leveling is suggested.

The curetime (the time it takes for the grout to become strong enough to use) is also dependent on air temperature, grout temperature, foundation temperature, and the temperature of the machine being grouted. The average cure time from the last pour to machinery start-up will be 16 hours at 70° F. In cool weather, the grout will cure and develop strength more slowly than in hot weather.

Areas to be grouted during cold weather (below 50 ° F) must be warmed prior to installation. During hot weather (+90 ° F) the area should be shaded or cooled and the epoxy and aggregate stored in a cool area.

DO NOT ADD WATER TO DEEP POUR 3CE.

CONCRETE PREPARATION

Remove all oil, grease, or contaminated concrete. Chip the surface down to sound aggregate. The concrete must be dry and have no water in the anchor bolt holes. Light acid etching surface preparation procedures may result in poor bond and should be avoided. Do not prime or seal concrete surfaces.

FORMING

Standard wood or metal forming may be used. The forms should be protected with heavy coats of paste wax, grease, or form release agent. Wrapping the forms with heavy plastic is acceptable. The forms must be caulked and sealed to a liquid-tight condition.

When placing forms for grouting, it is absolutely necessary that the top of the forms be at least half way up the sides of the base plate or machine base. Placing the grout just to the bottom of the base plate will result in an improper grout job. If the forms cannot be placed half way up the side of the machine base, the minimum distance is 3/4 inch above the bottom of the machine base.

The forms should be placed between 2 and 6 inches away from the perimeter of the machine base to allow for the air to escape and to provide for a grout shoulder around the base plate.

PREPARATION OF METAL SURFACES

Base plates or sole plates to be grouted should be sand blasted to a "white metal" condition. If it is impossible to grout within 24 hours of sand blasting, the surfaces should be primed with a high-quality primer. Do not use porch and deck enamel or red-lead primer.

POURING/TEMPERATURE PRECAUTIONS

Always sweep (pour) from one side of the base toward the other to eliminate entrapped air. The storage temperature of the unmixed kits of REDBAC will greatly affect both the ease of pouring and the cure time.

For best results, REDBAC kits should be stored in a warm room (72° F) for at least 24 hours before use. During cold weather (below 50 ° F), it is important that the foundation be enclosed and maintained above 50 ° F.

The cure time of the grout will be longer during cold weather and it is important that the grouted area be kept warm (above 50 ° F) until the grout has cured completely. Do not pour if the grout and substrates are below 50 ° F.

CLEAN-UP AND SAFETY

Uncured REDBAC grout can be removed from tools and equipment with, or Copps Enviro Kleen, isopropyl alcohol, xylol or ketones.

CAUTION - Wear safety goggles when mixing and pouring liquid epoxies. Mix and pour in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. If contact does occur, wash skin with soap and water immediately and seek medical help. See cautions on can labels and Material Safety Data Sheet for complete safety information. Do not weld on or near the hardened epoxy, hazardous fumes will be released.

WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER

Copps Industries, Inc. gives no warranty, express or implied, and all products are sold upon condition that purchasers will make their own tests to determine the quality and suitability of the product. Copps Industries, Inc. shall be in no way responsible for the proper use and service of the product. The information given in this publication is considered to be accurate and reliable and is provided as a service only. Physical properties shown are typical. Actual properties are dependent on curing conditions and degree of cure. Any information or suggestions given are without warranty of any kind and purchasers are solely responsible for any loss arising from the use of such information or suggestions. No information or suggestions given by us shall be deemed to be a recommendation to use any product in conflict with any existing patent rights.