Polyac 55 — Fast-curing PUMA binder for self-levelling, levelling and wear layers, 1–5 mm

Note: The following is a typical application description. In case of other jobsite parameters, please contact our technical department.

Spread the mixture with a spatula, rake or toothed trowel. and immediately vent and level with a spiked roller.

An anti-slip surface is obtained by fully broadcasting it with the desired type of granulate. (4 to 5 kg/m²)

Processing time of POLYAC® 55 is 10 to 15 minutes.

Before starting the substrate preparation and applying the products, it is important to test various parameters in order to achieve a good and sustainable result.

• Compressive strength of the substrate: min. 25 N/mm2
• Tensile strength of the substrate: min. 1,5 N/mm²

• POLYAC® 51 must be applied a dry surface. Moisture content in the substrate: ≤ 5% moisture.
• Exception: ≤ 10% moisture if the primer POLYAC® 18 are used.
• Conditions during the application and curing: see “Application conditions” further described in this technical data sheet.
• Technically studied dilatation joints must be provided. These are resumed in the synthetic resin system to be installed.
• The flatness of the surface must be consistent with the desired requirements. Should this not be the case, correct measures must be taken to fill in or smooth out the unevenness with products that are complementary to the substrate and to the synthetic resin system to be installed.
• Shrink joints and passive cracks can be coated. This on condition that they are not used as dilatation joints or if they do not follow other movements of the structure and the substrate and that they are flattened with products that are complementary to the substrate and to the synthetic resin system to be installed.

• Mixer with spindle (min. 300 rpm).
• Spatula, rake or toothed trowel.
• Spiked roller.
• Masking tape.

It is not necessary to place a primer on existing POLYAC® systems before applying POLYAC® 55.

POLYAC® 55 is always applied on a suitable primer depending on the type of substrate.

• POLYAC® 12: Dry, form-retaining, mineral substrates.
• POLYAC® 14: Moving or less form-retaining mineral substrates, asphalt or bituminous membranes.
• POLYAC® 15: Metal.
• POLYAC® 18: Damp, form-retaining, mineral substrates.

(Always consult the POLYAC® primers technical data sheets) Before applying the primer.

• Tears, cracks, joints and other elements showing water leaks must be made fully water and leak proof.
• The surface must be mechanically pre-treated. This can be achieved by removing the dust by bullet- or sandblasting or by grinding the surface.
• Tiles are to be degreased well and grinded with a diamond blade. These treatments ensure that an open texture surface is obtained, to remove the cement skin from concrete and old remnants of coatings and adhesives.
• High pressure water jetting is possible but then the surface must dry sufficiently before applying the primer. (Moisture content in the substrate:
• ≤ 5% moisture. Exception: ≤ 10% moisture if the primer POLYAC® 18 is used.
• Always apply the products on a clean surface, free from adhesion reducing materials such as dirt, oil, grease, old coatings or surface treatments, …
• The parts of the surfaces to be coated that do not meet the requirements as described above (compressive strength, tensile strength, parts that are not well connected, …) must be treated or removed and repaired according to a correct method and with products that are complementary to the substrate and the synthetic resin system to be installed. Remove any loose parts by brushing properly and remove dust with an industrial vacuum cleaner.
• The surface must be mechanically pre-treated. this can be achieved by removing the dust by bullet- or sandblasting or by grinding the surface.
• The degree of roughness for metal surfaces is SA 21/2. Remove rust by sandblasting. The surface must be dry and free of impurities such as grease, oil or dust.
• Galvanized steel is thoroughly cleaned in advance with water and soap or sandblasted. Degrease metal surfaces immediately after the mechanical preparation with SOLVENT MEK. After the SOLVENT MEK has fully evaporated, immediately apply a layer of POLYAC® 15 to prevent the steel from re-oxidizing.

Mix POLYAC® 55 well before use. Paraffin can separate during storage.

Dispense an amount of resin that can be processed within 15 minutes.

If a different colour is desired than the standard colour, you can now add 5% pigment powder (by weight of the resin part) to the resin and mix it well until a homogeneous mass is achieved.

The amount of aggregates is determined by the layer thickness, the climatic conditions and the application.

FAST CURING PUMA BINDER FOR SELF LEVELLING, MEDIUM SOFT

FLOORS, LEVELLING LAYERS AND WEAR LAYERS.

1 to 2 mm 1 kg POLYAC® 55 resin + 2 kg POLYAC® SL2 filler 1,7 kg/dm³ 3 to 5 mm 1 kg POLYAC® 55 resin + 3 kg POLYAC® SL2 or SL3 filler 1,8 kg/dm³ Add the filler and mix again until a homogeneous mixture is achieved.

Add 1 to 5% curing powder. POLYAC® CATALYST must be ordered separately.

• Add POLYAC® CATALYST to POLYAC® 55
• Temp. In % POLYAC® CATALYST per 1 kg POLYAC® 55 (resin part)

Mix until the powder is completely dissolved.

Always work with clean mixing containers and application material.

After one hour this layer can be covered with a POLYAC® Topcoat.

Conditions during the application and curing of the products.

The recommended processing temperature for substrate, environment, material and products is between +5°C and +35°C. For temperatures lower than +5°C please contact RESIPLAST NV.

Relative humidity: Max. 85%

Dew point: The temperature of the substrate and of the not fully cured product must be at least 3°C higher than the dew point. Avoid condensation on the surface from the Moment that the preparations start until the complete curing of the products. Ensure adequate ventilation and a low relative humidity during curing.

Clean the used tools with SOLVENT MEK or ethyl acetate before the curing of POLYAC® 55. Cured products residues must be removed mechanically.

For cleaning and maintenance of the installed synthetic resin systems please refer to the information sheets:

• Cleaning and maintenance of synthetic resin floor systems – INDUSTRY
• Cleaning and maintenance of synthetic resin floor systems – PUBLIC

AND PRIVATE BUILDINGS.

• Cleaning solvent for tools: SOLVENT MEK or ethyl acetate

• POLYAC® SL 2 FILLER or SL 3 FILLER (depending on the desired thickness of floor, levelling layer of wear layer).
• Pigment powder

Always consult all technical and safety data sheets of the products concerned.

0,4 to 0,6 kg POLYAC® 55 resin per m² per 1 mm layer thickness.

To be ordered separately:

Store POLYAC® products in a dry, well-ventilated storage area between +5 and +35°C. Shelf life: 12 months after production date.

In case of doubt, please contact RESIPLAST NV and state the batch number on the packaging. Do not discharge into groundwater, surface water of sewers. Dispose of contaminated packaging and residues in accordance with the applicable legal requirements.

Carefully read the safety data sheets before using POLYAC® products. A characteristic odour arises during processing. Ensure adequate ventilation, keep away from sources of ignition and do not smoke. Avoid skin contact. Eye irritation and/or hypersensitivity may occur with severe vapour concentration, inhalation and/or skin contact. Do not store food (food, drinks) in the same workspace. Always wear personal safety equipment in accordance with the applicable local guidelines and legislation. Gloves and safety glasses are mandatory.

All values on this technical sheet are average values that result from tests carried out under laboratory conditions (20°C and 50% RH). Values that are measured on the construction site may show a slight deviation since the environmental conditions, the application, and the way of processing our products are beyond our control. Do not add any products other than those indicated on the technical documentation.