HERCULES SEALCOATMANUFACTURING, inc

Product Bulletin

STAR MACRO-DECK

Specialty Penetrant and Sealer for Concrete Bridge Decks

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

STAR MACRO-DECK protects concrete bridge decks against salt and damage from chemicals.

STAR MACRO-DECK quickly penetrates concrete surfaces and forms a rubber network in the interstices that stops water, chloride de-icing chemicals, salt, and other damaging elements from entering the concrete surface.

OUTSTANDING FEATURES

· Inhibits chloride de-icing chemicals, salt and damage from chemicals to concrete.

· Maintains flexural and tensile strength of the concrete.

· Very easy to apply. Very fluid, water like consistency.

· Water- based, safe to handle and easy to store.

· Non-flammable.

RECOMMENDED USES

On all types of concrete surfaces,

Concrete bridge decks, support structures, guard walls.

Median dividers, curbs.

Grain elevators.

Sanitary sewer.

Masonry walls and floors.

Airport taxiways and aprons.

PROPERTIES & SPECIFICATIONS

Chemical Properties Physical Properties

Polymer type 100% Acrylic Solids, % by weight 19-21

Resistant to Rating Weight/gallon 8.5-8.6

Water/salt Excellent Viscosity, cps. 60-70

Chloride de-icing chemicals Excellent Color- Clear or light tint

Petroleum (Hydraulic) oils Excellent Dry film Transparent

Kerosene Excellent

Transmission Fluid Excellent

Fat, grease, lubricating oils Excellent

Resistance to many hydrocarbons, and other petrochemicals.

DURABILITY

Estimated durability for;

Abutments - Over 3 years

Decks - Approx. 3 years

PENETRATION IN CONCRETE;

Surface with no cracks- 0.50 inch

Surface with minor cracks- 1.00 inch

APPLICATION NOTES

a. CONCRETE PREPARATION: Concrete must be clean, free of dust, grease, grime, mold, mildew and debris. Additionally, the surface must have a profile and a certain degree of porosity for STAR MACRO-DECK to penetrate swiftly and effectively.

Smooth surfaces (including trowel finish) – Etch with muriatic acid (see detailed application specification) ,

Oil, Grease, etc. Remove by degreasing and washing with a detergent.

Mold, Mildew- Remove with a bleach wash or any other suitable method.

b. Dilution rate: STAR MACRO-DECK shall be diluted with clean potable water. The amount of water added will vary according to the porosity, age and profile.

Always add water into STAR MACRO-DECK, not vise-versa.

Generally for;

Abutments No dilution is recommended, use as supplied.

Decks Mix One (1) volume of water with One (1) volume of STAR MACRO-DECK

c. Application Methods: Spray, roller or brush.

d. Coverage Rates: Will vary according to dilution.

200-300 Square Feet/ gallon.

f. Drying Time: Approx. 30 minutes. Will vary according to ambient conditions.

PRECAUTIONS PACKAGING

Keep from freezing 5- gal. plastic pails

Observe all safety precautions 55 gal. Drums

Consult Material Safety Data Sheet for details 275 gal. Plastic totes.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

SHIPPING POINT

STAR PLANTS

Date- August 3, 2002