ALFA COAT 5 BITUMEN PAINT

Description
Alfa Coat 5 Bitumen Emulsion is a single-pack, fibrated and stable water-borne emulsion which cures to form a firm and flexible bitumen waterproofing membrane. Alfa Coat 5 is designed for use on horizontal and vertical surface. Alfa Coat 5 is suitable for use as waterproof membrane on concrete, asbestos cement, roofing felt, mastic asphalt, slates, tiles and metal surface.

Application
Provides a vapour barrier forcold storage rooms, mushroom houses and food stores.This applied to protect concrete from carbonation and sulphate attack and acts as a protective coating against corrosionof pipes, structural steel works and other metallic equipment.

SPECIFICATION FOR ALFA COAT BITUMEN PAINT

PROPERTY	STANDARD
Solid Content	> 50%
Specific Gravity	About 1
Surface Drying Time	4 to 6 hours
Coverage	0.50 - 0.75 litre / m² per coat
Flash Point Water-based	Non Flammable
Heat Resistance	100ºC. No flow, sag or blistering
Water Vapour Transmission	ASTM E96 5g / m² / 24 hours
Tensile Strength	Reinforced with FG4 ASTM D412 2 N / mm²
Shore A Hardness	Reinforced with FG4 ASTM D2240 50
Crack Bridging	Reinforced with FG4 ASTM C836 Able to bridge 2mm crack
Chemical and Water Resistance	Resistant to water, alcohol, most salt solutions, some dilute acids and alkalis. Not resistant to oil, solvents and some detergent solutions

 Alfa coat PF4 Bitumen Paint

Description
Alfa coat PF4 Bitumen Paint is low viscosity blend of selected hard grade bitumen in solvent which dries to form a high quality tough bitumen film.

Application
As vapour barriers, damp proof courses, linings to potable water tanks and pipes to provide a continuous barrier to the passage of water and water vapour. Corrosion protection to metal surfaces such as “I” beam for piling, steel piles and drinking water tanks etc.

SPECIFICATION FOR ALFA COAT BITUMEN PAINT 

PROPERTY	STANDARD
Type of solvent	Petroleum Hydrocarbon
Solid Content	>50%
Specific Gravity	0.90
Flash Point	36 °C
Film Thickness	wet : 100 microns; dry : 54 microns
Application Temperature Range	5°C to 55°C
Drying Time	BS3416/6949:1991 About 1 hour, depending
Finish	BS3416/6949:1991 Smooth, opaque and free from sags or runs.
Tap Water immersion resistance	BS3416/6949:1991 Passed
Artificial Sea Water Immersion Resistance	BS3416/6949:1991 Passed
Blending Resistance	BS3416/6949:1991 Passed.
Effect on Portable Water	BS3416:1991/BS6920:2000 Passed. Suitable for use in contact with portable water.

 Packing - 20 Litres Cans &  200 Kg Steel Drums

ALFA COAT PF5 BITUMEN PAINT

Description
Alfa Coat PF5 Bitumen Emulsion is a single-pack, fibrated and stable water-borne emulsion which cures to form a firm and flexible bitumen waterproofing membrane. Alfa Coat 5 is designed for use on horizontal and vertical surface. Alfa Coat 5 is suitable for use as waterproof membrane on concrete, asbestos cement, roofing felt, mastic asphalt, slates, tiles and metal surface.

Application
Provides a vapour barrier for cold storage rooms, mushroom houses and food stores. This applied to protect concrete from carbonation and sulphate attack and acts as a protective coating against corrosion of pipes, structural steel works and other metallic equipment.

Advantages

• Easy to apply by brush, trowel and sprayer.
• Built-in short fibre enhances the membrane’s toughness and durability.
• Forms a seamless and lap free membrane over the substrate.
• Water-based and non-toxic.
• Cures to form a flexible resilient waterproofing barrier over a wide range of temperatures.
• No flow or sagging of the film at elevated temperatures even on vertical surface.
• Cures to form a flexible resilient waterproofing barrier over a wide range of temperatures.
• Excellent adhesion to the concrete substrate prevents lateral migration of water under.
• Can be applied to damp surface without standing water such as green concrete surface.


• USAGE

Waterproofing
Typical applications will include concrete roofs, asbestos cement roof, and exposed metal roofs, rejuvenation of asphalt roof, retaining walls, external concrete walls, above-grade floor slabs, bathrooms, kitchens, balconies and planter boxes.

Insulation
Provides a vapour barrier for cold storage rooms, mushroom houses and similar installations. Suitable for application in food stores.

Concrete Protection
To protect concrete from carbonation, spalling and sulphate attack.

Metal Protection
As a protective coating against corrosion of pipes, structural steel works and other metallic equipment.

Timber End Protection
To seal the freshly cut surface to prevent excessive loss of water through the tree wounds

STANDARD COMPLIANCE

ASTM D1227-79 Type 4: American Standard for Emulsified Asphalt Used as Protective Coating for Roofing

SS-133: Singapore Standard for Bitumen Emulsion For Roof Waterproofing

SPECIFICATION CLAUSE

Liquid applied bituminous waterproof membrane where shown on the drawings shall be Alfa coat PF5 bitumen emulsion obtained from BIPL. It should be used in accordance with BIPL’s current product data sheet.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTION

Surface Preparation
Surfaces shall be dry, clean and free from dust, dirt, oil, grease, moss and loose material.

Priming
1) a coat of 1:1 mixture of BIPL Alfa coat paint PF5 and water or
 2) BIPL Alfa coat  PF-4 Bitumen Paint or BIPL Alfa coat paint Penetration Primer at a coverage of  0.1 - 0.15 litre/m2. Allow to dry prior to Alfa coat PF5 application. Metal surfaces must be primed with BIPL PF-4 Bitumen Paint or BIPL Penetration Primer at a coverage of 0.1 - 0.15 ltr/m2. Allow to dry prior to BIPL Alfa coat paint PF5 application.

 Membrane Application

Stir the emulsion well before use BIPL Alfa coat paint PF5 may be applied by roller, brush or spray for a minimum of 2 coats. Allow to dry between coats and apply each coat at right angles to the previous coat. BIPL Alfa coat paint PF5 normally cures within 24 hours of application.
    
For maximum durability, the coating can be reinforced with Flintkote FG4 fabric or equivalent. Protect from rain and frost until cured. For exposed surface subjected to direct sunlight, apply 2 coats of Flintkote Aluminium or Flintkote Decoralt on the cured membrane.

COVERAGE
Coverage rates will vary depending on the actual surface environment and application. The typical coverage is about 1.5litres/m2 for 2 coats application. A short-fibre reinforced bitumen emulsion for general waterproofing, concrete protection and metal protection.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Flammability
Non-flammable

 Skin Contact
Occasional contact is unlikely to have any adverse effect except on particularly sensitive skin. As a general precaution, avoid repeated or prolonged contact. Remove skin contamination when wet with water. Use a proprietary hand cleaner if the product has dried.

Eye Contact
Unlikely to cause damage, no special precautions are necessary. However, as eyes are a
sensitive area, contact should be avoided. In the event of accidental contact, irrigate immediately with plenty of water.

CLEANING OF TOOLS
Clean immediately after use with water. Use kerosene or white spirit if the material has dried. During work, place tools in water when not in use.

STORAGE
A minimum of 12 months in original sealed containers stored under cover at temperature between5°C and 40°C. Must be protected from freezing conditions.

TECHNICAL DATA

PROPERTIES	TYPICAL VALUES	ASTM STANDARDS
Colour, Wet	Brown	-
Colour, Dry	Black	-
Appearance	Thick, smooth cream	-
Solid Content	> 50%	-
Specific Gravity	1	-
Surface Drying Time	4-6 hours depending on temperature and humidity	-
Coverage	0.50-0.75 liter/m2  per coat	-
Flash point	Water-based, non-flammable	-
Heat Resistance, 100oC	No flow, sag or blistering	-
Water Vapour Transmission	5 g/m2  /24 hours	ASTM E96
Tensile Strength – Reinforced with FG4	2 N/mm2	ASTM D412
Shore A Hardness – Reinforced with FG4	50	ASTM D2240
Crack Bridging – Reinforced with FG4	Able to bridge 2 mm crack	ASTM C836
Chemical and water resistance	Resistant to water, alcohol, most salt solutions, some dilute acids and alkalis. Not resistant to oil, solvents and some detergent solutions	-

Typical values may represent average values from samples tested.

 Packing
200 Kg Steel Drums

 

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