Eurogrip 3000
Description
Eurogrip 3000 is a three component, flexible PU surface treatment for use with high friction grit to give an extremely skid, impact and abrasion resistant system. Rapid curing (open to traffic within 4 - 8 hours of application) and suitable for application onto concrete, steel, asphalt and timber substrates.
Eurogrip is designed for use on roads (at junctions, roundabouts, and crossings), on car parks, on ships decks, at airports, on railway platforms, ferry terminals, etc. Generally the system is used where there is any possibility of slipping or skidding and where a surface must be treated and recommissioned quickly. It can also be used for foot traffic.
It is supplied in its natural light brown colour or pigmented and used with a number of aggregate dressings from the high PSV bauxites to more decorative grit dressing. Calcined bauxite (1-3mm) is commonly used for road traffic purposes with smaller or larger grades used depending on customer’s requirements. If necessary the aggregate itself can be supplied with a coloured coating.
Alternative similar systems are available for use with larger sizes of aggregate dressing.
Surface Preparation and Priming
CONCRETE
New concrete surfaces should be at least 28 days old or have a moisture content of less than 5%.
The substrate should be treated with a light pass by enclosed vacuum blasting equipment to remove laitance and to lightly texture the surface. Small or inaccessible areas should be prepared with Vonarx type scarifiers or hand held diamond grinders. All dust and deleterious matter must be removed by vacuum.
Europrime CT, a single component PU primer should be applied by brush or roller at an average rate of 6-10m2/litre. Allow the primer to cure tack free, prior to application of Eurogrip 3000.
Curing is usually dependent upon atmospheric conditions, but typically takes about 6 hours. Do not allow to cure in excess of 12 hours prior to overcoating with Eurogrip 3000. If this occurs lightly abrade the cured primer and re-prime.
STEEL
Grit blast to SA2 ½, or for small areas disc abrade to ST2. Europrime FM, a single component PU primer is then applied by brush or roller at an average rate of 8- 10 m2/ litre. Allow the primer to cure tack free prior to application of Eurogrip. Cure to tack free will be dependant upon atmospheric conditions but typically will take 1 hour. If the primer has been applied for in excess of 12 hours, lightly abrade and re-prime before application of Eurogrip 3000.
TIMBER
Sand down to reveal clean, unblemished timber. Apply Europrime CT as per specification for concrete application.
ASPHALT
Substrate should be swept clean with a stiff - bristled brush. Highly polished or 'fatted-up' surfaces should be prepared with a light pass by enclosed vacuum blasting equipment. Use an emulsifiable degreasing agent to remove oil or grease deposits and flush away with water. Allow to dry thoroughly before application of Eurogrip 3000. Asphalt does not require priming.
GENERAL
Do not apply prior to rainfall forecast.
Mixing and Application
All materials and the substrate must be dry before application.
Mixing and laying procedures are critical – mixing times must not be exceeded.
Eurogrip 3000 is a 3 component resin base adhesive used in conjunction with high friction grit.
Pour the contents of Pack B into a mixing vessel and mix using a drill and paddle until homogeneous. Whilst still mixing add the contents of Pack A and continue mixing for a further 20 secs. Whilst still mixing add the contents of Pack C and continue for 40 secs until a homogeneous mixture is achieved.
The fully blended mix should be applied immediately and spread using a serrated squeegee (do not spread too thinly). The specified high friction grit is then overscattered to excess ensuring that no bare resin remains visible. Remove excess grit after about an hour.
After approximately 2½ hours (at 20oC) the area may be re-opened to traffic or a seal coat applied if specified. Lower temperatures will extend the cure time but reasonable cure times are achieved at temperatures down to 5oC.
Seal Coat
When specified Optiseal AR or AL can be used to enhance the maintenance characteristics of the system (ease of cleaning) and to improve chemical resistance.
Coverage/Cure Rate
Both coverage and cure depend on ambient and surface temperatures, the type and condition of the substrate and the grit temperature and size.
Coverage of Eurogrip 3000 shall not exceed the following:
- Foot traffic: 2.0 to 2.5kg/m2 (av 10.2/m2/unit)
- Vehicle traffic: 2.5 to 3.0kg/m2 (av 8.4m2/unit)
Aggregate(grit) loading varies with the chosen size and type. Typically it will be:
- Foot traffic: 5kg/m2 (0.9 to 1.4mm grit)
- Vehicle traffic: 9kg/m2 (1 to 3mm grit)
Always ensure that there is excess grit available on site to ensure full coverage prior to sweeping.
At 20oC initial cure takes place after 1 hour with the surface open to traffic after about 2½ hours.
Packaging
Eurogrip 3000 is supplied in 23kg units and in 3 components.
Packaging is in 3 litre pots (pack A), 10 litre pots (pack B) and an 11kg bag.
Cleaning
Eurasolve 011 should be used for cleaning tools, etc.
Health and safety
Gloves, overalls and barrier cream should be used when working with Eurogrip. For full details please refer to the appropriate Health and Safety Data Sheet.
