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WATERPROOFING PRODUCTS

Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black


O n e c o m po n e n t B i t u m i n o u s E l a s t o m e r i c
W a t e r p r oo f i n g Co a t i n g

Description
Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black is composed of bituminous emulsion, polymer, properly selected & graded fine fillers
and additives. It is used for waterproofing of AC sheet roofings & water retaining structures because it form
tough & elastomeric rubbery coating with excellent waterproofing properties at very economical than liquid
applied polymeric coatings.

Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black


Areas of Application
}} Asbestos cement roofs & around J hooks.
}} Sunken portions of toilets & bathrooms.
}} Sewage pipes.
}} Plinth, foundation .
}} Basements.

Features & Benefits


}}Permeability Highly impermeable, means excellent waterproofing.
}} Open time - Sufficient open time than other bituminous cold applied liquids.
}} Ease of application Easy to apply by brush & roller.
}} Cleaning Tools & equipments can be easily washed with water, does not require expensive solvents.
}} Microorganism growth Prevents the growth of fungus, algae & bacteria.
}} Cost saving - Cold applied material does not require heating.
}} Flexibility - Flexible, accommodates movements in cracks, does not crack with aging.
}} Curing Self curing in air.
}} Ecofriendly - Water based hence non hazardous.

Method of Application

1 S U R FAC E P R E PA R ATI O N
}}Ensure that the surface to be coated is sound and free from all contaminations.
}} Remove existing bitumen / tarfelt treatment completely from the surface before applying
Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black.
}} Surface for treatments must be thoroughly cleaned of all laitance, loose material, oils, greases etc.
}} Mechanical means such as wire brushing, shot blasting can be used. Clean the dust & fine particles by
vacuum cleaning.
}} Moisten the surface adequately prior to application of Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black.
}} Allow surface water to evaporate and ensure that the surface is touch dry.

A P P L I CATI O N
}} Apply the first coat of Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black by a brush evenly over the entire area. Do not abruptly
terminate the coating.
}} In case of sunken slabs in toilets, it is advisable to extend the coating by 1 ft above the finish floor level from
all the sides.
}} Allow first coat to dry for 4 to 5 hours & then apply the second coat and allow it dry for at least 72 hours.
}} Coating must be protected from getting damaged by overlaying 10 to 15 mm cement sand mortar.
}} A fiber net cloth (Haessin cloth/manjarpat) must be sandwiched between two successive coats of Dr. Fixit
Proofcote Black while repairing of hairline cracks of Asbestos sheet roofing.
WATERPROOFING PRODUCTS
Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black
O n e c o m po n e n t B i t u m i n o u s E l a s t o m e r i c
W a t e r p r oo f i n g Co a t i n g

Precautions & Limitations


}} Not to be applied on wet surface.
}}Not to apply below +10OC & above +45OC.
}}Not for areas subjected to regular foot traffic.
}} Must be applied on totally cured cementitious substrates.

Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black


}} Sprinkle fine sand over the second coat when it is still wet for better adhesion with the cement mortar.
}} Do not apply over existing bitumen or tarfelt treatment in all applications.
}}Asbestos sheets must be clean and dry prior to application of Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black.
}} Do not apply over loose or bad plaster.
}} For underground structures and foundations apply Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black if the soil is not chemically
contaminated. For hostile soils Dr. Fixit Coal Tar Epoxy a coal tar based epoxy coating shall be applied..

Technical Information

PROPERTIES SPECIFICATION RESULTS

Appearance - Homogenous thin liquid


Colour Black
Specific gravity @ 25C,gms/cc gms/cc - 1.09 0.02
Viscosity on Brookfield @ 25C, poise - 25 - 50
Touch dry time, minutes ASTM : D 1640 25 - 30
Inter coat time, Hrs 3-4
Curing time. Hrs 72
Dry Film Thickness, microns in 2 coats ASTM : D 412 - 2002 200 - 250
Tensile strength @ break, N/sqmm ASTM : D 412 - 2002 1.8
Elongation @ break, % ASTM : D 412 - 2002 > 70 - 80
Water Vapour Transmission, ASTM : E 96 - 2000 15 gms / m 2 / day
Adhesion strength, N/mm2 ASTM : D 4541 1.5
Hardness, Shore 'A' ASTM : D 2240 40

Coverage
}}1.5 2 sq Meter / Kg for 2 coats
coverage may vary depending upon the nature and texture of the substrate

Packaging
}} 1, 4 & 20 Kg
WATERPROOFING PRODUCTS
Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black
O n e c o m po n e n t B i t u m i n o u s E l a s t o m e r i c
W a t e r p r oo f i n g Co a t i n g

Shelf Life And Storage


}} Shelf life is 12 months from the date of manufacturing.
}} Store at cool & dry condition.

Health & Precautions

Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black


}} Use rubber hand gloves & safety goggles, while using Dr. Fixit Proofcote Black.
}} In case of contact with skin, wash with plenty of water.
}} Do not add water for dilution.
}} Keep out of reach of childrens.

Other Product Categories Available


DR. FIXIT has wide range of Waterproofing & Construction chemicals which includes,

Waterproofing Products Exterior Coating Products


Repair Products Tile Fixing Range
Sealants Concrete Admixtures
Flooring Products Grouts

Pidilite Industries Limited DISCLAIMER The product information & application details given by the
company & its agents has been provided in good faith & meant to serve
Construction Chemicals Division
only as a general guideline during usage. Users are advised to carry
Ramkrishna Mandir Road out tests & take trials to ensure on the suitability of products meeting
Post Box No. 17411 their requirement prior to full scale usage of our products. Since the
correct identification of the problems, quality of other materials used
Andheri (E) Mumbai 400059 INDIA
and the on-site workmanship are factors beyond our control, there are
Tel +91-22-2835 7000 Fax +91-22-2835 7008 no expressed or implied guarantee / warranty as to the results obtained.
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