BITUTEX FBR

Fibre reinforced solvented bitumen paint

BITUTEX FBR is a fibre reinforced solvented bitumen based thixotropic coating used for protection of
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concrete structures. on curing the coating forms a tough barrier to water and vapor. the system complies
with the requirements of Bs 8102:1990.

CHARACTERISTICS priming
all surfaces shall be primed with a solvent based
4 Cold applied, easy to apply primer (POLYPRIME SB)* prior to the application of
4 Single Component BITUTEX FBR. due to its low viscosity, the primer is
4 Asbestos free penetrative in nature and easily penetrates into the
4 Seamless / joint free concrete pores which promote the adhesion
4 Excellent resistance to attack from aggressive between the membrane and the concrete surface.
salts present in underground water, chlorides in addition to that, the primer also acts as a binder
and sulphate ions for the dust particles which gets accumulated on
4 Excellent adhesion to most substrates, like the concrete surface even after cleaning.
1 application of the primer will also assist in the
concrete, metal, wood, cork etc
application of this heavy bodied coating and will
4 Versatile
ensure a more readily achieved even coverage.
4 Conforms to: BS 3416, Type 2, Class C the primer can be applied with a brush, roller or
squeegee.
FIELDS OF APPLICATION foundation application
4 Waterproofing of bathrooms, roofs, basements, Mix the contents of the drum thoroughly prior to
bridges, kitchen floors and other wet areas application so that the fibres are uniformly
4 dampproof membrane in sandwich construc- distributed.
tion BITUTEX FBR can be applied by a brush or trowel as
4 protective coating for substructures evenly as possible. the coating shall be applied
@2 m2/lt./coat which will give a dry film thickness
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS of 250 microns per coat. for higher thicknesses
additional coats shall be applied at the given
application of BITUTEX FBR should be carried out coverage rate and only after the previous coat has
when the ambient temperature is between 5°c and dried completely.
55°c. application procedures may vary slightly
depending upon site conditions. the general roofing application
recommended guidelines for the application of the use a reinforcing scrim at up stands and around
bitumen coating system is as follows: pipe works. the scrim shall be embedded into the
surface preparation coating followed by another coat on top of it.
the surface shall be cleaned thoroughly of all protection
contaminants like dust, traces of curing BITUTEX FBR coating should be protected from
compound, oil and grease. light mechanical getting damaged due to the ongoing site activities
grinding/grit blasting/high pressure water jet may and during backfilling. coating laid on horizontal
be used to clean the surface of all the surfaces can be protected either by a cement sand
contaminants depending on the degree of screed (50mm thick) or by a fibre impreganted
contamination on the surface to be coated. all asphaltic protection board (BITUBOARD)*. on
surface imperfections, protrusions, structurally vertical surfaces the coating shall be protected with
unsound and friable concrete must be removed BITUBOARD. BITUBOARD can be fixed on the
and repaired with asuitable POLYCRETE* concrete membrane by a double sided bitumen adhesive
repair mortar. tape (BITUTAPE TS)*

product Guide V7 - structural Waterproofing

 STORAGE & SHELF LIFE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
the pails and drums should be stored in a covered PROPERTIES VALUES TEST
area, away from direct sunlight, uV and other STANDARDS
sources of heat . the shelf life is up to 12 months
density, [g/cc] 1.05±0.05 astM d 1475
if stored as per recommendations. excessive
exposure to sunlight and uV will result in the solid content, [%] 75 astM d 1644
deterioration of the quality of the product and tack free time, [hrs] 24 -
reduce its shelf life.
adhesion strength, > 0.5 astM d 4541
HEALTH & SAFETY [n/mm2]
full cure [hrs] 72 -
as with all bitumen products caution should always
be exercised. protective clothing such as gloves heat resistance no flow astM d 4479
and goggles should be worn (see packaging for @60°c
specific instruction). since the product is solvent application temp, 5 to 55 -
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based, it gives out flammable and noxious vapor, [°c]

which may have narcotic effects if inhaled or
service temp, [°c] -5 to 75 -
absorbed through skin. treat any splashes to the
skin or eyes with clean water immediately. should chemical 2.5 -11.5 astM d 543
any of the product be accidentally swallowed, do resistance [ph]
not induce vomiting. call for medical assistance all values given are subject to 5-10% variation
immediately. ensure that the container is available
for the medical attendant to examine any relevant
instructions and contents details.
SUPPLY
Bitutex fBr 20l pail & 200l drum
polypriMe sB 20l pail & 200l drum
2 BituBoard 3.2 mm 2m x 1m, wt 7.7kg#
4.0 mm 2m x 1m, wt 9.6kg#
6.0 mm 2m x 1m, wt 14.0kg#
Bitutape ts 10m x 50mm, wt 0.60kg#
*refer to website for tds
#
approximate weight

apart from the information given here it is also important to observe the relevant guidelines and regulations of various organisations and trade associations as well
as the respective standards. the aforementioned characteristics are based on practical experience and applied testing. Warranted properties and possible uses which
go beyond those warranted in this information sheet require our written confirmation. all data given was obtained at an ambient and material temperature of
+23°c and 50 % relative air humidity at laboratory conditions unless specified otherwise. please note that under other climatic conditions hardening can be
accelerated or delayed.
the information contained herein, particularly recommendations for the handling and use of our products, is based on our professional experience. as materials
and conditions may vary with each intended application, and thus are beyond our sphere of influence, we strongly recommend that in each case sufficient tests are
conducted to check the suitability of our products for their intended use. legal liability cannot be accepted on the basis of the contents of this data sheet or any verbal
advice given, unless there is a case of wilful misconduct or gross negligence on our part. this technical data sheet supersedes all previous editions relevant to this
product.

Manufactured in G.c.c.
Henkel Polybit Industries Ltd. Henkel Polybit Industries Ltd.
p.o. Box 293, umm al Quwain, uae p.o. Box 2230, al khobar 31952, ksa
tel: +971 6 7670777, fax: +971 6 7670197 tel:+966 13 808 4061/62, fax:+966 13 812 1164
[email protected] [email protected]

www.henkelpolybit.com