Armorgard 601SF

1/8" (3.2mm) Flooring Overlay System / Chemically Resistant Slurry Resurfacer

  • OUTSTANDING CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
  • LOW TEMPERATURE CURE (40 °F or 4.4°C)
  • 100% SOLIDS
  • EXCELLENT WEAR RESISTANCE
  • EXCELLENT IMPACT RESISTANCE
  • ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
  • USDA APPROVED
  • FAST WALK-ON TIME

Armorgard 601SF is a 100 % solids, chemically resistant, no odor, slurry and broadcast epoxy flooring system. Armorgard 601SF was designed to provide outstanding protection, for new or old damaged concrete, against a wide range of chemicals, specifically organic acids, solvents, and mineral acids found in food processing and chemical plants. Armorgard 601SF is USDA approved for application to structural surfaces or surfaces that will receive incidental food contact. Adhesion to wood, concrete and most metals is excellent.

Armorgard 601SF was designed to protect floors from moderate industrial traffic (specifically, steel-wheeled carts and forklift trucks) making it ideally suited for chemical processing, food and beverage plants, power plants, pulp and paper mills, utilities and anywhere a clean, tough floor is needed.

Application thickness can be varied from 1/16" to 1/8" (1.6-3.2 mm) topping.

PACKAGING CONVENIENCE

Armorgard 601SF is conveniently packaged in pre-measured (25 ft2 or 2.3 m2 @ 1/8" or 3.2 mm) 4 component kits, containing a resin (Part A), hardener (Part B), a slurry aggregate (Part C) and a broadcast aggregate (Part D). Larger bulk quantities are also available.

HANDLING PROPERTIES @ 72 °F (22°C)
COMPONENTS Resin (Part A)/Hardener (Part B)/Slurry Aggregate
(Part C)/Broadcast Aggregate (Part D)
COLOR Grey, Red, Natural
CONSISTENCY Self-Leveling Mortar
WORKING TIME, min 1
GEL TIME, min 2
TACK-FREE TIME (<1/8" or 3.2mm thick), h 3.5
INITIAL CURE or FOOT TRAFFIC, h 4-5
FULL CURE (FOR CHEMICAL IMMERSION), h 48-72
APPLICATION CONDITIONS
Ideal temperature, °F 70-80 (21-27 °C)
Acceptable temperature, °F 40-90 (4-32 °C)
COVERAGE per 42 lb (19 kg) kit @ 1/8" (3.2mm), ft.2 (m2) 25 (2.32)
TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS
HARDNESS, Shore D 87 ASTM D 2240
ADHESION TO CONCRETE, psi (MPa) > 500 (3.4) (100% failure in concrete) ASTM D 4541
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH, psi (MPa) 12,300 (84.8) ASTM D 695
TENSILE STRENGTH, psi (MPa) 1,500 (10.3) ASTM D 638
FLEXURAL STRENGTH, psi (MPa) 3,700 (25.5) ASTM D 790
LINEAR SHRINKAGE 0.0001 ASTM D 2566

SURFACE TEXTURE

Armorgard 601SF will leave a moderately textured surface. The surface can be modified to increase or decrease the texture as needed, please consult your Copps representative.

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE (28 day immersion @ 72°F or 22°C)
Excellent ResistanceVery GoodNot Recommended
Motor Oil
Unleaded Gasoline
Gasohol
Kerosene
Diesel Fuel
Ethylene Glycol
Water
10 % Lactic Acid
10 % Acetic Acid
20 % Acetic Acid
10 % Oleic Acid
10 % Nitric Acid
10 % Citric Acid
30 % Citric Acid
Cyclohexanol		 10 % Sulfuric Acid
50 % Sulfuric Acid
70 % Sulfuric Acid
10 % Hydrochloric Acid
10 % Phosphoric Acid
50 % Phosphoric Acid
75 % Phosphoric Acid
50 % Sodium Hydroxide
Bleach
Xylene
Ethyl Alcohol
Methanol
C6-C12 Fatty Acids
50 % Gluconic Acid		 20 % Lactic Acid
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
Butyl Cellosolve
Toluene
30 % Nitric Acid
Skydrol
36 % Hydrochloric Acid
90 % Oleic Acid		 Methyl Ethyl Ketone
50 % Acetic Acid
50 % Nitric Acid
Methylene Chloride

HUMIDITY/DEW POINT

Relative humidity and dew point must be determined before application to avoid adhesion failures. The dew point is used to predict the substrate temperature at which air begins to condense, in the form of water, on the substrate. Never apply a coating unless the concrete surface temperature is 5 °F (2 °C) above the dew point. This temperature difference must be observed until the epoxy coating is cured to a tack-free state. A dew point calculation chart is available from your Copps representative.

SURFACE PREPARATION

Armorgard 601SF is used to strengthen and seal a porous concrete substrate, therefore adhesion is paramount. To achieve excellent adhesion, the substrate should be free of all loose and foreign material and should be roughened slightly to provide a coarse profile by shot blasting.

Before shot blasting any contaminates on/in the concrete must be identified. Oils, grease, fats, waxes, or other contaminates must be removed prior to roughening the concrete. These can be removed with an application of warm (120-140 °F or 49-60 °C) caustic detergent, steam cleaning or pressure washing. De-grease the floor, follow with a hot water rinse. Repeat this process until the water does not "bead up" on the concrete.

Shot blasting using self-propelled, self-contained equipment is the recommended preparation method. New concrete must cure 28 days prior to the application of any epoxy. Concrete must be tested for moisture and vapor transmission before coating.

APPLICATION

PRIMER MIXING (If required): To mix Copps K-040 Primer pour the contents of the can marked Hardener (B-025) into the large pail (resin). Immediately mix for 3 minutes using a Jiffy Mixer and a slow speed drill. Mix at slow speed (less than 850 rpm) to avoid air entrainment.

PRIMER APPLICATION (If required): Apply 5 mil (0.13 mm) of Copps K-040 Primer to the prepared concrete with a short nap (1/4" or 0.6 cm) roller. This insures adhesion to the concrete substrate.

DO NOT apply K-040 Primer over standing water. Damp concrete is acceptable.

MIXING: To mix Armorgard 601SF pour the contents of the can marked Hardener (B-601) into the larger resin can (A-601). Immediately mix for 2-3 minutes using a Jiffy Mixer and a slow speed drill. Mix at slow speed (less than 850 rpm) to avoid air entrainment. DO NOT mix more material than can be used within the stated working time. Add this liquid to a rotating pail mixer and add all of the slurry aggregate (Part C), let mix for 1-2 minutes. Do not add broadcast aggregate Part D to the mortar.

APPLICATION: Immediately pour out the mixed kit onto the floor in 7-10" (18-25 cm) wide strips. Spread evenly with a clean trowel (steel finishing trowel, 3 x 14). Finish each kit before mixing another to insure proper working times and surface textures. As the material begins to set up the trowel will pull on the surface creating a porous surface, this can be corrected by cleaning the trowel with isopropyl alcohol or acetone.

Once the slurry is applied, broadcast the pre-measured Part D broadcast aggregate (separate box) into the wet slurry at a rate of 3/4 lb/ft2 (3.66 kg/m2). Let dry and brush off excess aggregate.

LOCKDOWN: A liquids only squeegee coat of Armorgard 601SF liquids only may be applied to the broadcasted Armorgard 601SF. An application rate of 90 ft2/gal (2.2 m2/l) will produce a moderate non-skid. A lockdown is recommended to ensure a completely sealed surface. The lockdown thickness can be varied to produce the desired non-skid texture.

The Armorgard 601SF can be applied to the K-040 Primer immediately or up to 24 hours later @ 72 °F (22 °C). If more than 24 hours have passed it is necessary to scuff the primer surface if it is not tacky.

Do not rapidly raise the air or substrate temperature, this can cause outgassing of the concrete and joint shrinkage. This can lead to product cracking or failure.

CLEAN UP

Armorgard 601SF, before it has hardened, can be removed from tools with Copps Enviro Kleen solvent or warm soapy water.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Avoid breathing of vapors. Forced local exhaust is recommended to effectively minimize exposure. NIOSH approved, organic vapor respirators and forced exhaust are recommended in confined areas, or when conditions (such as polymer, sanding) may cause high vapor concentrations. Do not weld on, burn or torch any epoxy material. Hazardous vapor is released when an epoxy is burned. Avoid skin or eye contact. Wash skin with soap and water if contact occurs. If eye contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and obtain medical attention. Read and understand all cautions on can labels and material safety data sheets before using this material. Use soft rubber wheels on any vehicle that will be traveling on the floor; this will reduce scuffing and abrasion marks.

WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER

Copps Industries 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 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 recommendation to use any product in conflict with any existing patent rights.

TB#4601SF (11/25/02)