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Aspartech FLOOR-COAT
High Performance Floor Coating
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Product Description
Aspartech FLOORCOAT is a two component, high performance, floor coating formulated using pioneering, polyaspartic technology.
Aspartech FLOORCOAT is low viscosity, rapid curing and has excellent levelling characteristics making it ideal for use in industrial and warehouse flooring applications. Aspartech FLOORCOAT does not contain solvents (zero VOC) and has the added benefits of excellent chemical resistance with low temperature cure properties.
The durable, hardwearing coating requires minimal maintenance and is easy to keep clean. Aspartech FLOORCOAT provides a good level of slip resistance and outperforms traditional systems in abrasion resistance, hardness, and adhesion.
Attributes & Benefits
❶ High Performance
High chemical, abrasion, and UV resistance.
❷ Rapid cure
Fast cure profile reduces downtime allowing quick return to service.
❸ Multi-purpose
Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications.
❹ Solvent Free
Does not contain hazardous, flammable solvents or fillers.
❺ Zero VOC’s
Zero VOC and low odour formulation.
Technical Performance
Industrial floor coatings are expected to do far more than simply provide an attractive finish. They must withstand heavy traffic, resist wear, bond securely to the substrate and continue performing in demanding environments for many years. Aspartech FLOORCOAT has been tested against recognised British, European and ASTM standards to demonstrate its outstanding mechanical, chemical and environmental performance.
Sustainable by Design
Modern construction projects increasingly demand products that contribute towards sustainable building certifications. Aspartech FLOORCOAT has been formulated with environmental performance in mind and offers:
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Zero VOC formulation with a product VOC content of less than 10 g/L.
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Compliance with LEED EQ Credit 4.1 for low-emitting materials.
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Compliance with BREEAM requirements for volatile organic compounds.
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Manufactured in accordance with EN 13999:2013 VOC testing requirements.
These characteristics make Aspartech FLOORCOAT an excellent choice for projects where indoor air quality, occupant wellbeing and environmental compliance are key considerations.
Aspartech Long-Term Performance
By combining exceptional adhesion, high surface hardness, excellent abrasion resistance, outstanding UV stability and a Zero VOC formulation, Aspartech FLOORCOAT delivers the performance expected of a premium industrial and commercial floor coating. Whether used in warehouses, healthcare facilities, food production areas, laboratories or commercial premises, it provides a durable, attractive and long-lasting finish designed to perform in the most demanding environments.
Chemical Resistance
Industrial and commercial floors are often exposed to a wide variety of chemicals during normal use, from routine cleaning products through to fuels, oils and aggressive industrial substances. A floor coating must be capable of withstanding these exposures without softening, staining or degrading if it is to provide long-term protection.
Aspartech FLOORCOAT has been formulated to provide excellent resistance to many of the chemicals commonly encountered in warehouses, workshops, manufacturing facilities, laboratories, healthcare environments and food production areas. This helps maintain both the appearance and integrity of the floor while reducing maintenance costs and extending the service life of the coating.
The table below summarises the performance of Aspartech FLOORCOAT following 1 hour and 24 hour exposure to a range of commonly encountered chemicals.
Aggressive Chemicals
While Aspartech FLOORCOAT offers outstanding resistance to a broad range of chemicals, prolonged contact with highly aggressive substances should always be avoided where possible.
Testing showed that:
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DOT 4 synthetic brake fluid caused surface etching after 24 hours of continuous exposure.
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Hydrochloric acid also caused surface etching after 24 hours of continuous exposure.
Importantly, neither chemical caused visible damage after a 1-hour exposure period, demonstrating that accidental spills can generally be cleaned before any permanent effect occurs.
Good Housekeeping Practice
Although Aspartech FLOORCOAT provides excellent chemical resistance, good housekeeping remains essential. Chemical spills should always be cleaned as soon as practical, particularly aggressive acids, brake fluids and other reactive substances. Prompt removal not only protects the coating but also helps maintain a safe working environment and reduces slip hazards.
Under normal operating conditions, Aspartech FLOORCOAT provides a durable, hygienic and highly chemical-resistant finish that is well suited to demanding commercial and industrial environments where regular cleaning and occasional chemical exposure are expected.
Application Instructions
Proper mixing is critical in the successful application of Aspartech FLOORCOAT. The system is supplied in two, pre-weighed components which contain the correct ratio of material for the kit. Part ‘A’ is commonly referred to as the ‘Resin’ and part ‘B’ as the ‘Hardner’.
The mix ratio for Aspartech FLOORCOAT is 83.75% part ‘A’ with 16.25% part ‘B’. Part ‘A’ is supplied in a plastic bucket and part ‘B’ is supplied in a plastic bottle. A chalk line can be used to create application sections and ensure a consistent application depth.
❶ Ensure you have the correct number of part ‘As’ and Bs’ and the containers are sealed and undamaged. Create a defined mixing area using a tarpaulin to protect the surface of the mixing area from spills and splashes. Avoid storing the product or mixing in direct sunlight as this can increase the products temperature and rate of cure.
❷ Remove the lid from part ‘A’ and mix for 60 seconds using a drill mixer at a low-speed setting and a helix mixing paddle. This ensures that any settled colours and additives are evenly distributed back into the mix.
❸ Remove the lid from part ‘B’ and carefully pour the contents into the bucket containing the premixed part ‘A’. Squeeze the bottle to ensure as much of the part ‘B’ is added to the bucket as possible and do not replace the lid.
❹ Submerge the mixer head into the resin and start to mix on a medium speed for 60 seconds. In colder temperatures (<10°C) the viscosity of the product can increase, and it may be necessary to mix for 90 seconds. Whilst mixing, move the mixer head around the bucket, scraping the sides and bottom. Avoid mixing at an excessive speed as this can result in splashing and whipping air into the mixture.
❺ After mixing is complete, let the product stand for 60 seconds to allow any trapped air to escape. Pour the mixed resin onto the application substrate.
The mixed components have a pot-life of between 20 and 30 minutes.
Warmer temperatures (>25°C) can reduce the pot life.
Mixed resin should not be allowed to stand in the bucket for a prolonged period as the volume of the material allows for heat build-up (exothermic reaction) which can significantly speed up the rate of cure and result in roller/squeegee indentations on the cured surface.
❻ As soon as the mixed resin is poured onto the application area, use a trowel, squeegee, or roller to spread the resin over the application area. Work in predefined sections to ensure the correct application depth and avoid uneven curing. Always keep a wet edge which will prevent trowel, squeegee, or roller marks. Use a spiked roller to remove any trapped air bubbles and ensure a uniform finish.
❼ Equipment such as the mixer blade, trowels, brushes, squeegees, and rollers should be cleaned at regular intervals using Aspartech ECO-SOL and then dried using a clean rag or fabric cloth.
Cure Time
One of the key advantages of Aspartech FLOORCOAT is its exceptionally rapid cure profile. Developed using advanced resin technology, the coating has been engineered to minimise downtime while delivering outstanding mechanical performance and long-term durability. Unlike conventional epoxy floor coatings that can require several days before returning an area to service, Aspartech FLOORCOAT progresses quickly from application to full cure, allowing projects to be completed faster and reducing disruption to normal operations.
Following correct mixing and application, the coating develops in a series of predictable stages:
Fast Return to Service
Under normal application temperatures of 15°C to 25°C, Aspartech FLOORCOAT can typically be:
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Tack free in just 2½ hours
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Recoated after approximately 3 hours
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Walked on after around 4 hours
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Returned to heavy service after 24 hours
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Fully chemically resistant within 7 days
This rapid cure profile makes Aspartech FLOORCOAT particularly well suited to warehouses, manufacturing facilities, food production areas, healthcare environments, retail premises and commercial buildings where downtime must be kept to an absolute minimum.
Important Guidance
The cure times shown are intended as a guide only. Actual curing performance will vary depending on substrate temperature, ambient temperature, relative humidity, coating thickness and site ventilation.
Cold concrete substrates can significantly extend cure times, even where the air temperature appears suitable, while warmer conditions will generally accelerate the curing process.
For the best balance of application time, finish quality and curing performance, Aspartech FLOORCOAT should ideally be applied at 17°C onto a clean, dry and suitably prepared substrate.
Coverage Rate
The recommended application thickness of Aspartech FLOORCOAT depends on the intended service conditions and the condition of the substrate.
● Light foot traffic: Minimum dry film thickness of 0.7 mm
● General commercial and industrial use: Minimum dry film thickness of 1.0 mm
● High wear or heavily trafficked areas: Minimum dry film thickness of 1.2 mm
Coverage rates are dependent upon the specified application thickness together with the texture and porosity of the substrate. Smooth, well-prepared concrete will provide the highest coverage, whereas textured or porous substrates will naturally require more material to achieve the same film build.
Typical Coverage Rates (based on a nominal application thickness of 0.7 mm)::
Aspartech FLOORCOAT 20kg: Smooth surface: 21m² Textured surface: 19m² Porous surface: 17m²
Aspartech FLOORCOAT 5kg: Smooth surface: 5.3m² Textured surface: 4.75m² Porous surface: 4.25m²
Theoretical Coverage on Smooth Surfaces
For suitably prepared, smooth and non-porous substrates, theoretical coverage is determined primarily by the application thickness.
Aspartech FLOORCOAT 20kg: 0.7 mm: 21.16m² 1.0 mm: 14.81m² 1.2 mm: 12.35m²
Aspartech FLOORCOAT 5kg: 0.7 mm: 5.29m² 1.0 mm: 3.70m² 1.2 mm: 3.09m²
The figures above are theoretical values based on the product's mixed specific gravity of approximately 1.35 g/cm³ and assume application to a smooth, non-porous substrate with no material losses. Actual coverage will vary depending on substrate profile, surface porosity, application method, transfer efficiency and normal site wastage.
Product Storage
Aspartech FLOORCOAT contains isocyanates and the advice contained in the products Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is of particular importance.
Good standards of industrial hygiene should be observed when handling this product. Protective gloves and goggles should be worn when handling the containers. The recommendations made in the Health and Safety data sheet for this product should always be observed.
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