WATERGUARD EPDM MEMBRANE

Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer Elastomeric Synthetic Rubber Membrane With High Elasticity, Durability, Tensile & Tear Resistance

DESCRIPTION

WATERGUARD EPDM MEMBRANE (Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer) membrane is a 100% cured unreinforced single ply elastomeric compound (synthetic rubber membrane) manufactured from ethylene, propylene and a small amount of diene monomer. WATERGUARD EPDM MEMBRANE is available in black colour. The EPDM membrane is a vulcanized / thermo set membrane that has been fully cured in the manufacturing process. EPDM membrane has stable physical properties, which makes repairs easier in the unlikely event of cuts or tears.

BENEFITS

• Resistance to ultra violet (UV) radiation
• Resistance to thermal shock
• Resistance to cyclic fatigue
• High tensile and tear resistance
• Higher flexibility
• Remain in elastic condition for longer
• period during its life
• WATERGUARD EPDM MEMBRANE can
• withstand high temperatures while
• remaining intact.

USES

WATERGUARD EPDM MEMBRANE is used in

• Roof waterproofing system
• Flat concrete roofs
• Terrace

APPLICATION OF WATERGUARD EPDM MEMBRANE

INSTALLATION OF MEMBRANE

The water proofing EPDM sheets are bonded to the roof surface which is clean and free from oil, grease and other contaminants. In this method, the main area of covering is bonded to its substrate with bonding adhesive. The surface undulations shall be made up with screed concrete before applying the covering. First the roof sheet is placed in its proper position, and adhesive is applied with the brush or roller. The rubber sheet is then unrolled over the fresh adhesive layer and roller worked until it is flat and free from wrinkles. Alternatively, sheets can be laid loose, with rounded pebbles at the top, which is called ballasted system. Sufficient counter weight is required to be provided on the surface to prevent uplift due to wind pressure.

PREPARATION OF THE SUBSTRATE

Concrete surface shall be structurally sound and dry to the touch. The waterproofing sheet shall be applied on the roof surface after completion of curing period. Roof slope should be a minimum of 2% to allow for adequate drainage of the roof. All debris and non-adherent areas of the existing bitumen roof finish shall be removed. Blisters and buckles will be cut open and sealed; defects shall be repaired by gentle warming and redressing. All outlets must be protected to prevent debris entering and causing blockage of down pipes. The roof surface will be made clean, dry, smooth and free of contaminants such as grease, animal fats, coal tar and oil based products. All sharp edges, fins and rough surfaces that could damage the membrane shall be removed or if they can’t be removed, isolated from the membrane with a leveling layer. If the surface is rough or uneven, a finishing cement mortar grade 1:3 shall be provided over the surface. Ponding of water must be removed from the work surface prior to installing the system.

Concrete Admixture – Waterproofing Systems – Engineering Grouts

Concrete Admixture

Though Concrete Admixture is add-on materials put in the Concrete Mixer, it is not a substitute for sticking to high quality concreting practices. Accelerators, retarders, super plasticizers and air-entraining agents are usually the commonly sold admixtures by Concrete Admixture Manufacturers. Additional admixtures for bonding, shrinkage reduction, damp proofing and coloring are available with select Concrete Admixture Companies.

Admixtures for Concrete have special instructions of use with cement-concrete mixture. This is a simple process to produce desired properties. It will not affect any feature for installing the required concrete. Appropriate admixture use advice is based on years of testing and Concrete Repair Methods necessary for desired concrete properties.

Use of Concrete Additives is essential to achieve the right building substance as demanded by climatic conditions and project constraints based on geographical locations.

Waterproofing System

Our Waterproofing Systems provide adhesion, flexibility to improve work process by reducing water ratio but enhancing compression strength. Products of Waterproofing for Terrace are designed to handle hydrostatic pressures needed in the construction industry. High build properties ensure quick application.

Waterproofing Solutions provide homogenous mixes for easy application are tough and have low temperature pliability. High resistance to atmospheric agents and bonding properties are only two attractive features. Waterproofing Materials offer high usability and effectiveness in building or tight schedule construction projects.

Products used for Basement Waterproofing give adhesion, flexibility and high structural strength. The components of Waterproof Coating are usually mixed to form homogenous consistency. This gives ease of application with a brush, trowel or airless spray gun. Such treated surfaces must not receive moisture for the prescribed hours.

Engineering Grouts

FairMate is the topmost manufacturer of high strength, free flow engineering grouts. Serving the construction industry for more than three decades, the manufacturing in India, Dubai and Far-East has been extended to South Korea, Turkey, Lebanon, Qatar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Consistent research has resulted in highly specialized products. FairMate engineering grouts makers supply grouts that are non-shrink or material shrinkage is offset during green condition.

FairMate Engineering grouts manufacturers assure excellent adhesion and high bond strength. These are used for varied applications from bolts, packet and base plate grouting to all types of dynamic and rotary load equipments as well as heavy duty tracks, crane rails etc.

GUIDE FOR YOUR HOME – Construction Chemicals

Now a days, any project whether a building project or industrial project has become a time bound project. Builder or the contractor gets time squeezing schedule to complete the project. In such a hectic schedule, no one ignores the quality of work.

When a project is becoming time bound, it is necessary to increase the production. By considering this factor in mind, people have started adopting concept of RMC plants. People have realized the importance of construction chemicals in the construction field.

FAIRMATE has a complete range of construction chemicals which can solve your construction problems with its uniquely formulated products and their sound reaction with substrate. In this article, we will explain you how FAIRMATE make construction chemicals play an important role in every step of a building or bungalow construction.

FAIRCRETE N / FAIRCRETE HP / FAIRFLO / FAIRFLO SRV – ADMIXTURE

In any building/bungalow construction work, after excavation, lean concrete or PCC is laid. If the concrete mixing facility is available at site, to get a cohesive mix, one should go for NORMAL PLASTICIZER. This plasticizer makes concrete more cohesive by nullifying the segregation of aggregates in lower grade or lean concrete. FAIRMATE make FAIRCRETE N is the ideal product for lean concrete.

If concrete is supplied from RMC plant, it is advisable to adopt high performance plasticizer or super plasticizer. FAIRMATE make FAIRCRETE HP or FAIRFLO is the right product to fulfill the requirement.

After completion of lean concrete, RCC of foundation starts. Generally, nowadays, foundation and super structure RCC work are done as per the designed mix. By considering quality factor in mind, customer relies on RMC plants. If the location of RMC plant is away from site and transit has to transport concrete through heavy traffic area, one should always go for SUPER PLASTICIZER CUM WATER REDUCER CUM SLUMP RETAINER. FAIRMATE make FAIRFLO SRV has ability to serve the requirements. By using customer gets cohesive and flowable concrete at site which facilitates pumping of concrete at site.

BENEFITS :

• Reduces water requirement.
• Increases strength and durability.
• Increases workability and retention period.
• Produces cohesive concrete.
• Provides impermeability to concrete.

FAIRCRETE RMW – INTEGRAL WATERPROOFING COMPOUND

The ground floor is casted in the form of IPS on a well compacted earth mass. During monsoon, if water table is rising, untreated floor may cause oozing of moisture through beautiful tiles.

So, to arrest the moisture uplifting, care is to be taken necessarily at every step. FAIRMATE make FAIRCRETE RMW is an integral waterproofing compound for concrete. 150ml to 200ml per bag is the ideal dosage of FAIRCRETE RMW for a waterproof concrete.

BENEFITS :

• Minimizes the porosity in harden concrete
• Minimizes the permeability hence increases the strength and structure becomes leak free.

FAIRPLAST IP – WATERPROOF PLASTER ADDITIVE

After completing plinth beams, brick work starts. By considering heavy water logging in the surrounding, it is a wisdom to take right precaution in brick work. First of all, all the bricks shall be well soaked before laying.It is very important to make joints waterproof. FAIRMATE has got FAIRPLAST IP whose 200gms dosage per bag of cement is good enough to prepare mortar for brickwork. Dosage of FAIRPLAST IP makes mortar waterproof therefore doubts of seepage through plinth is eliminated.

BENEFITS :

• Ensures waterproofing quality in plastering.
• Reduces the reboundness so material is saved and job becomes economical.

FAIRFIBRE P – FOR PLASTERING JOB

After completion of RCC work and brickwork, plastering work is started in building / bungalow construction. In plastering work, the most common problem which is faced is the hair line cracks. This defect also damages the aesthetic looks of the building.

People apply their experience and do experiments to eliminate these cracks. Mostly, they are unsuccessful. These cracks are basically developed due to (a) shrinkage of mortar (b) Over trowelling.

FAIRMATE make FAIRFIBRE P can solve this problem. FAIRFIBRE P is a polyester fibre reinforcement based fibrous form of admixture to be added (125gms per bag of cement) to prepare a consistent, non-shrink mortar which can also resist tension on the surface due to trowelling. FAIRFIBRE P is available in various lengths up to 15mm. Its evenly dispersion in the mortar makes it more workable and reduces the rebounding effect so it proves quite economical.

BENEFITS :

• Adds the tensile strength with its unique distribution in concrete.
• Makes the concrete cohesive and workable.
• Economical due to less dosage and high results.

SAFECORE R – DOWELS FOR EXTENSION

In some of the buildings/bungalows, reinforcement dowels are left for future expansion. Over a period of time, these dowels are rusted and cross sectional area may also reduce.

So, to protect these dowels from carbonation effects, FAIRMATE make SAFECORE R is applied on the dowels. They don’t have any problem with concrete bonding so it is not needed to remove at the time of expansion work.

BENEFITS :

• Exposed reinforcements remain protected against weathering effects.
• SAFECORE R coated reinforcement does not require removal before further / next RCC work.
• Does not allow weathering effect to travel in existing concrete.

SETRELEASE – SURFACE TREATMENT

A good quality of concreting is depending on many factors apart from quality of supplied concrete. A proper lubrication in the form of release agent also carries equal importance in producing a good quality of concrete. FAIRMATE make SETRELEASE is the effective chemical which can produce exposed concrete with sealed pores as well as helpful in prolonging the life of shutters/moulds by increasing repetitions.

BENEFITS:

• Improves exposed surface of concrete.
• Eliminates pin holes and blow holes on concrete surface.
• Proves economical as it increases the repetition of shutters / moulds.

FAIRCOAT E-GREEN

Environment friendly protective and decorative coating for interiors and exteriors

The Basis of Eco Friendly Paints

Natural ingredients are at the heart of the unique qualities of FAIRCOAT EGREEN. The binder is liquid silicate whose structural form and hardness is perfectly compatible with its inorganic colorants and the inorganic concrete and masonry structures it is applied to.

Penetration Property

The principle strength of silicate paints is their penetration within the substrate. This results in a solid mineral and insoluble compound of paint and substrate (concrete, natural stone, marble, etc). The cross-section through the render shows this penetration, which is also known as silification. This chemical bond locks the paints into the subsurface as opposed to organic coatings that sit on the surface.

Factors Affecting Penetration Depth

While penetration depth may not be critical for many architectural applications, greater penetration will have a significant effect on strength and durability of applications on cement based substrates, porous stone and traffic bearing surfaces. Penetration depth is influenced by the substrate’s pore structure and permeability, moisture content and surface preparation.

When FAIRCOAT E-GREEN is applied to suitable substrates, it penetrates and reacts to form a hard, insoluble silicate. It can also increase substrate hardness, particularly in cementitious materials. When applied to materials containing Portland cement, the silicate reacts with incompletely hydrated cement particles, converting unreacted calcium hydroxide (CaOH2 or hydrated lime) to harder calcium silicate hydrates.

Water Vapour Permeability

The high water vapour permeability of silicate paints is due to their crystalline nature which ensures that humidity present in the masonry can freely pass from the substrate. Thus water cannot build up between the paint and the substrate – which normally leads to paint cracking/ blistering and being pushed off the surface. Instead, the substrate remains dry and the breathability of the building is maintained.

Incombustibility

FAIRCOAT E-GREEN do not burn, unlike emulsion and other organic based paints. In the event of a fire breaking out, damage to the substrate is reduced and the paint does not give off any toxic fumes.

No Fungus, Algae or Mold

The pure inorganic inert composition and high pH of silicate paints prevents any fungi, algae or mold growth, thus assuring a hygenic and clean paint layer. The absence of surface condensation due to the coatings high water vapor permeability, promotes a clean, healthy environment. Traditional organic paints provide smooth film coatings that do not breathe, attract moisture and fungi, algae and mold spores. Toxic mold growth is the number one health problem in building structures today. FAIRCOAT E-GREEN can improve the health of the building environment.

Environmentally Safe

This water based Silicate paints are harmless to the environment, consisting of natural mineral compounds including quartz, inorganic mineral colorants and liquid silicate used as a binder. Silicate paints represent a technology which has no detrimental effects on the
environment in terms of manufacturing as well as in terms of application. Under fire conditions no toxic fumes evolve as the FAIRCOAT E-GREEN does not ignite.

Thus FAIRCOAT E-GREEN is Breathable, Moisture Resistant, Does not contribute to growth of mold, algae or mildew, Durable and UV Resistant; does not yellow, fade or peel.

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Corrosion Inhibitors

What is Corrosion ?

Corrosion is the destructive attack to metal by a construction chemical or electrochemical reaction with its Environment. The terms corrosion and rusting are often used interchangeably. The term “rust” typically is applicable to ferrous materials, iron and steel. The most term to use is “corrosion” because it is inclusive of non-ferrous metals as well.

Passivity of Steel

Under certain conditions steel is passive, where the corrosion rate for the metal is relatively low. Iron is considered an active-passive metal and therefore steel behaves similarly. Passivity, defined simply, refers to a loss of chemical reactivity under certain conditions. Steel achieves this by having a passive film form along its surface.

Corrosion Factors

The cement paste in concrete is alkaline with a pH typically between 12 and 14. This paste surrounds reinforcing steel in concrete. Many researchers believe this alkaline environment facilitates the protective passive film around the steel. The passive film is not invulnerable, though. It can be damaged both chemically and mechanically.

Some examples of chemical damage are carbonation and chloride ingress. Carbonation is the result of the reaction of atmospheric carbon dioxide and hydroxides in the cement paste. Through this reaction carbonates and water are formed. The carbonates that form from this reaction consume the hydroxides present and therefore can lower the pH of the concrete below the value of 8.0. This action causes the steel to depassivate, leaving it susceptible to attack from corrosives. The likelihood of this occurrence is relative to the impermeability characteristics of the concrete. Adequate depths of the concrete cover for the bars and the use of good quality concrete mixes have, greatly reduced the concern for carbonation and its effect on corrosion. Ingress of chlorides, on the other hand, is far more destructive to the steel. These damaging chlorides are common in concrete environments. They are mainly present in marine environments and in deicing salts, however they can also be due to admixtures containing chlorides and chloride contaminated cements, aggregates, and batch water.

Concrete is a permeable material and thus will absorb moisture. Different mixtures of concrete have different rates of moisture infusion. Along with moisture, oxygen and chlorides also diffuse through the uncracked concrete to the surface of the steel. A cathodic reaction is induced by the presence of these elements. The moisture and chlorides act as an electrolyte which facilitate the flow of ionic current. The chlorides initiate corrosion and oxygen fuels the reaction. It is reason able to expect that the lower the absorption and permeability of the concrete, the longer corrosion requires to initiate.

The two most common causes of reinforcement corrosion are (i) localized breakdown of the passive film on the steel by chloride ions and (ii) general breakdown of passivity by neutralization of the concrete, predominantly by reaction with atmospheric carbon dioxide. Sound concrete is an ideal environment for steel but the increased use of deicing salts and the increased concentration of carbon dioxide in modern environments principally due to industrial pollution, has resulted in corrosion of the rebar becoming the primary cause of failure of this material. The scale of this problem has reached alarming proportions in various parts of the world.

Corrosion Inhibitors

The rate of corrosion can also be reduced by using corrosion inhibitors. These inhibitors are chemical compounds that reduce the corrosion rate of metals existing in actively corrosive environments. This is accomplished by using corrosion inhibitors or reducing the rate of chloride ingress to the steel reinforcement. Corrosion inhibitor is a liquid added to concrete during the batching process. It chemically inhibits the corrosive action of chlorides on reinforcing steel and pre stressed strands in concrete. It also promotes strength development of the concrete while meeting ASTM C 494, Type C admixture.

Concrete Admixtures – New Generation

New Generation Admixture

Definitions

Admixture as a material other than water, aggregates, hydraulic cement, and fiber reinforcement, used as an ingredient of a cementitious mixture to modify its freshly mixed, setting, or hardened properties and that is added to the batch before or during its mixing. Concrete Admixtures are used to enhance the properties of concrete and mortar in the plastic and hardened state. These properties may be modified to increase compressive and flexural strength at all ages, decrease permeability and improve durability, inhibit corrosion, reduce shrinkage, accelerate or retard initial set, increase slump and workability, improve pumpability and finishability, increase cement efficiency, and improve the economy of the mixture.

The admixtures interact with the hydrating cementitious system by physical and chemical actions, modifying one or more of the properties of concrete in the fresh and/or hardened states.

History

FAIRFLO RMC 100 – High range water reducing cum slump retainer

FAIRFLO RMC 100 is supplied as a brown liquid based Special Polymer. The high water reduction properties makes FAIRFLO RMC 100 ideal for application in precast concrete where high early strength is of paramount importance. The slump retention characteristic is remarkable, with high efficiency in giving a workable mix for longer period. In addition, this admixture gives more cohesive mix & very much suited to pumping of concrete.

FAIRFLO RMC 200 – High performance super plasticizer cum slump retainer

FAIRFLO RMC 200 is a chloride free Special polymer based. It is supplied as a brown solution which instantly disperses in water. The powerful dispersing agent of the high range water reducing super plasticizer can be used in many ways to obtain dense, high strength durable concrete (m-35, m-40, m-45, m-50). the high water reduction properties makes an ideal application in precast concrete , where high early strength is paramount importance when incorporate in concrete increases the workability without risk of segregation & bleeding. FAIRFLO RMC 200 also retains the slump for much longer time which facilitate easy placement.

FAIRFLO RMC 300 – High range water reducer cum retarding super plasticizer

FAIRFLO RMC 300 is supplied as a brown liquid based Special polymer. The powerful dispersing agent of the high range water reducing super plasticizer can be used in many ways to obtain dense, high strength durable concrete. The high range water reduction properties makes FAIRFLO RMC 300 an ideal application in precast concrete where high early strength is of paramount importance. FAIRFLO RMC 300 is chloride free.

Fire Protection Systems – Fire Resistant Coating

Fireproofing is a fire protection system that is applied to prevent fire damage to commercial, residential and industrial structures.

The fundamental purpose of fire protection systems is to prevent the passage and spread of smoke and fire from one area of the building to another and to allow safe escape of the building occupants. It also prevents / reduces the amount of damage to the building structures, neighboring structures and reduces the risk of collapse for the emergency services.

Over and above these are the commercial reasons for the use of fire protection systems, is to reduce the amount of damage and prevent collapse of the building that can help to:

• Reduce the possible risk to the fire fighters
• Reduce the rising cost of insurance polices
• Protect capital investment

Fire retardants are a form of passive fire protection that are extensively used where there is a legal requirement to provide a fire safe environment for the public. Buildings and transportation used by the public are the major areas where fire retardant products are utilized.

They help in:

• Delaying the collapse of the building structure
• Delaying the growth of the fire

FAIRMATE has introduced new range of fire resistant and retardant products.

READYPLAST FIRE RESISTANT MORTAR

High Strength Fire Resistant Mortar For Underground Concrete Support Structures

READYPLAST FIRE RESISTANT MORTAR is a fire resistant mortar system having an insulating filler named Vermiculite that has a property of expanding at higher temperatures and heat insulating property. Due to its high insulation property and spray applied benefits it can be  applied in relatively thin layers.

Benefits

• Excellent heat insulation property.
• Joint free resistant system.
• Esy application by wet mix spray process.
• Protects concrete and steel structures against high fire loads.
• Fast and easy repairing after fire.
• Eco-friendly.
• No accelerator requirement.
• Can be used as a fully bonded system or in combination with steel mesh reinforcement.

FAIRCOAT FR

Water Based Fire Retardant Coating

FAIRCOAT FR coating is a ready to use, water based fire retardant coating that minimizes fire propagation and spread of flame fire protection on internal timber substrates. It is not suitable for surfaces exposed to mechanical stress. It is for interior use only.

Uses

FAIRCOAT FR is suitable for use in public buildings, schools, housing, shopping centres, restaurants, banks, churches and for walls and ceilings in escape routes where timber or wood derivatives are used. Also used on materials such as softwoods, hardwoods, plywood, pre-painted fibre insulation board, plasterboard, etc., in new and existing structures.