FOX EPOTHANE® BASECOAT is a two-component, solvent-free, self-levelling coloured industrial floor coating material based on epoxy resin. With its high chemical and mechanical resistance, superior abrasion resistance and hygienic surface properties, it is reliably used on industrial, commercial and institutional floors.
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Product Description
FOX EPOTHANE® BASECOAT is a two-component, solvent-free, self-levelling coloured industrial floor coating based on epoxy resin with high chemical resistance. The product is prepared by mixing component A (epoxy base containing pigment and filler) with component B (hardener) in the specified ratios. It is applied at a recommended coating thickness of 1.0 mm to 3.0 mm. At +23°C, the pot life is 30–35 minutes; after 7 days it reaches a full Shore D hardness of ≥85 and a compressive strength of ≥65 N/mm². The surface is spread with a notched trowel and air bubbles are removed with a spike roller.
Advantages
- Easy to apply.
- Can be highly filled with aggregates.
- High chemical and mechanical resistance.
- High abrasion resistance.
- Easy to maintain and clean.
- Flowable consistency.
- Provides hygienic surfaces.
- Structure that does not allow microbial growth.
- Liquid-tight.
- Glossy topcoat finish is achieved.
- High adhesion strength.
Usage Areas
- Areas exposed to heavy/medium/light traffic loads
- Areas requiring chemical and mechanical resistance
- Warehouses
- Production areas
- Aircraft hangars
- Car parks
- Garages
- Airports
- Galleries
- Shopping centres
- Supermarkets
- Shops and showrooms
- Machine rooms
- Hotels
- Hospitals and nursing homes
- Clinics
- Schools and nurseries
- Chemical and pharmaceutical industry
- Laboratories
- Areas where hygiene is required
Application Steps
- 1
Surface Preparation
The concrete substrate to be coated must be opened to an open-pore structure using abrasive equipment such as shot blasting, milling or diamond grinding to remove the cement laitance. Weak concrete fragments must be removed, small voids and holes must be fully opened, and the resulting dust must be cleaned with an industrial vacuum. For substrate repair, void filling and levelling, a mortar obtained by mixing 60–70 AFS (0.1–0.3 mm) quartz sand with FOX EPOTHANE® PRIMER series primer should be used.
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Checking Application Conditions
The surface moisture content must be below 4% (CM measurement or oven-drying method). There must be no rising damp according to ASTM. Relative air humidity must be a maximum of 80%. Surface, ambient and material temperatures must be within the range of minimum +10°C and maximum +30°C; the floor temperature must be at least +3°C above the dew point.
- 3
Priming
Before application, a FOX EPOTHANE® series primer appropriate to the surface condition must be applied to the floor surface. Ensure that the floor temperature is a minimum of +10°C, and proceed with the application of FOX EPOTHANE® BASECOAT over the primer within the specified recoat time.
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Mixing
Before mixing, ensure that product temperatures are between +20°C and +25°C. Component A must be thoroughly mixed with an electric mixer until a homogeneous colour is achieved and no product remains on the bottom and sides of the container. After component B has been fully added to component A, mix for at least 3 minutes until a homogeneous mixture is obtained. Then add the required amount of 60–70 AFS (0.1–0.3 mm) silica sand according to the system to be applied and mix for a further 2 minutes. Use an electric mixer at 300–400 rpm and an epoxy/polyurethane resin mixing paddle as the mixing tool. Avoid over-mixing to minimise air entrainment.
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Coating Application
FOX EPOTHANE® BASECOAT is poured onto the surface and applied evenly with a notched trowel. Once the coating reaches the appropriate consistency, a spike roller must be applied to remove air bubbles. If the spike roller application is delayed, spike roller marks may remain on the surface. If the floor surface is homogeneous and void-free, spike roller application is not necessary.
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Tool and Equipment Cleaning
After application, the tools and equipment used must be cleaned with solvent or epoxy thinner. Once FOX EPOTHANE® BASECOAT has cured, it can only be removed from the surface by mechanical means.
The surface temperature must be a minimum of +10°C and a maximum of +30°C. Ambient and material temperatures must also be kept within the same range.
After application is complete, the coating must be protected from direct water contact for at least 24 hours. In the event of water contact, softening and blistering will occur on the coating, it will lose its properties, and will need to be completely removed and reapplied.
The surface moisture content must be below 4%. There must be no rising damp according to ASTM (polyethylene sheet test). Relative air humidity must be a maximum of 80%.
The floor temperature must be at least +3°C above the dew point. Attention must be paid to dew formation and condensation, as this will cause damage to the coating.
Before mixing, ensure that product temperatures are between +20°C and +25°C. Components A and B must be mixed for at least 3 minutes, and after adding silica sand, for a further 2 minutes using an electric mixer at 300–400 rpm.
If the specified epoxy/polyurethane resin mixing paddle is not used during mixing, air will be entrained into the product and air bubbles will form on the coating.
Concrete surfaces to be coated with epoxy/polyurethane must be at least 3 weeks old prior to application. A vapour barrier layer must be created on slabs laid on ground.
Materials to be used should be brought to the application site 1–2 days in advance and allowed to acclimatise to ambient conditions.
In cold weather, ambient and floor temperatures should be raised, and products should be kept at +20°C – +25°C before use.
Rain, dust, wind, animals and insects must be prevented from entering the building while the coating is still fresh.
If the surface is exposed to chemicals, it must be cleaned within a maximum of 1 hour.
The product must be stored in its original unopened packaging, in a cool and dry environment, protected from frost, between +5°C and +30°C, away from direct sunlight. Shelf life is 12 months from the date of manufacture.
Approaching storage and application areas with open flame is dangerous; these areas must be ventilated. Work clothing, protective gloves, goggles and a mask must be worn during application. Contact with skin and eyes must be avoided; in case of contact, wash thoroughly with plenty of water and soap; if swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
The consumption figures stated in the technical document are given for +23°C and 50% relative humidity. Actual consumption may vary depending on surface texture and ambient temperature; it should be noted that consumption will increase on uneven surfaces and in cold weather conditions.
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