Fosroc Nitoflor SL2000 constructive solutions

Flow applied, 2 mm thick epoxy resin based floor topping

Uses Typical Properties

Nitoflor SL2000 is designed for use in wide range of industrial The values given below are average figures achieved in
environments where a lasting solution to floor maintenance laboratory tests. Actual values obtained on site may show
problems is required. It provides a dense, impervious, minor variations from those quoted.
coloured and chemically resistant floor surface which is
Pot Life @ 25°C @ 35°C
hygienic and easy to clean. Typical applications include:
Nitoflor SL2000 : 50 mins 25 mins
„ Clean rooms Nitoprime 25 : 3-4 hours 1-1.5 hours
Nitocote Primer Sealer : 2.0 hours 1 hour
„ Laboratories
Physical properties curing @ 35°C
„ Kitchens
Compressive strength
„ Plant rooms @ 7 days (ASTM C579) : 50 N/mm2
„ Light industrial plants Flexural strength
@ 7 days (ASTM C580) : 34 N/mm2
Advantages Cure time - @ 25°C @ 35°C
Foot traffic : 24 hours 16 hours
„ Fast application - minimises downtime Vehicular traffic : 48 hours 36 hours
„ Chemically resistant - good resistance to a wide range of Chemical resistance : 7 days 4 days
chemicals
Chemical properties
„ Durable - good abrasion resistance
Nitoflor SL2000 has excellent resistance at ambient
„ Hygienic - provides a dense, impervious, seamless floor temperatures to a wide range of industrial chemicals. Specific
surface which is easily cleaned data is available on request.
„ Attractive - available in a wide range of colours to enhance Note that it is especially important that spillage is cleaned up
the working environment quickly since much higher concentrations of chemicals may
occur on evaporation.
Description

Nitoflor SL2000 consists of graded aggregates bound in a Design criteria

pigmented epoxy resin binder. It is supplied as a four- Nitoflor SL2000 is designed for application at a nominal
component system, pre-weighed for on-site mixing. thickness of 2 mm.
When laid, it provides a smooth, light-reflective surface. It is Substrates should be dry and not suffer, or be likely to suffer,
available in a range of standard colours. from rising damp. If necessary, suitable damp-proof
membranes should be installed to prevent this. Substrates
Specification should not have a relative humidity greater than 75% at the
Flow-applied epoxy floor topping time of installation.

The designated floor areas shall be surfaced with Nitoflor

SL2000, a 2 mm thick floor-applied epoxy resin floor topping.
The topping shall achieve a compressive strength of 50 N/
mm2 and a flexural strength of 34 N/mm2 at 7 days when
tested to BS6319. At 20°C, it shall be capable of accepting
foot traffic at 24 hours and vehicular traffic at 48 hours.
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Instructions for use Allow the primer to dry (see table below) before proceeding to
the next stage, do not proceed whilst the primer is ‘tacky’ as
Nitoflor SL2000 should be applied by specialist contractors
this will lead to unsightly marks in the finished surface.
who must follow the procedures laid down in the Product
Method Statement. Fosroc works with a network of such Porous substrates may require a second primer coat - when
applicators who have been trained in the correct installation the first coat is directly absorbed into the substrate - but
procedures. The following steps are involved in the application minimum overcoating times must still be observed (see table
which would normally take place over a 2 to 3 day period. below).

Surface Preparation The minimum overcoating times will vary slightly according to
the porosity of the substrate. However, they should be in
It is essential that Nitoflor SL2000 is applied to sound, clean
accordance with the following ambient application
and dry surfaces in order that maximum bond strength is
temperatures.
achieved between the substrate and the flooring system. All
20°C : 8-12 hours
dust and debris should be removed prior to application of the
30°C : 6-8 hours
product or its primer.
40°C : 4-6 hours
New concrete floors
Mixing
New concrete, or cementitious substrates, should be at least
Nitoflor SL flooring is supplied in four pre-weighed packs
28 days old and have a moisture content not exceeding 5%.
(base, hardener, aggregate and colour pack) which are ready
Laitance deposits on new concrete are best removed by light
for immediate on-site use. Part mixing of these components
grit blasting, mechanical scabbling or grinding.
is not acceptable and will affect both performance and
Old concrete floors appearance of the finished floor, and would furthermore
automatically invalidate Fosroc’s standard product guarantee.
Existing concrete floors which require refurbishment must be
prepared to ensure a strong adhesive bond between the Mixing should be carried out using either a forced action mixer;
flooring system and the existing floor. Mechanical cleaning or a heavy duty, slow-speed drill fitted with Fosroc mixing paddle
methods are strongly recommended particularly where heavy MR4. All such equipment should be of a type and capacity
contamination by oil and grease has occured or existing approved by Fosroc. The components should be mixed in a
coatings are present. To ensure adhesion, all contamination suitably sized mixing vessel.
should be removed. Proprietary chemical degreaser may be
The colour pack should be added to the base container and
used on small areas of light contamination only.
mixed for 15-30 seconds, until homogeneous. Then add the
Steel surfaces hardener and mix for further 30 seconds, until an even colour
and texture is obtained.
Steel surfaces should be degreased and grit blasted to SA2½
immediately prior to application. The prepared surface should Thereafter, the contents of the graded aggregate pack should
than be treated with one coat of Nitocote Primer Sealer. be slowly added and mixing carried out for a further 3 minutes
until a completely homogenous material is obtained.
Priming
Application
All surfaces treated with Nitoflor SL2000 should be primed
with Nitoprime 25, a solvent based epoxy resin primer designed The applicator should ensure that there are sufficient supplies
for maximum absorption and adhesion to concrete substrates. of plant, labour and materials to make the mixing and
subsequent application process a continuous one for any
Add the entire contents of the hardener tin to the base tin and
given, independent floor area.
mix the two primer components thoroughly for at least 2
minutes - under no circumstances should part mixing be Once mixed, the material must be used within its specified
considered. pot life - see “Properties” section.

Once mixed, the primer should be applied immediately to the The material should be poured onto the prepared and primed
prepared substrate using stiff brushes and/or rollers. The substrate as soon as mixing is complete. It should be spread
primer should be well ‘scrubbed’ into the substrate to ensure to the required thickness using a serrated trowel; with care
full coverage, but care should be taken to avoid over application taken not to overwork the resin, spreading evenly and slowly.
or ‘ponding’.

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Immediately after laying, the material should be rolled, using a Limitations

spiked nylon roller, to remove slight trowel marks, and to assist
- Nitoflor SL2000 should not be applied on to surfaces known
air release. The rolling should be carried out using a ‘back
to, or likely to suffer from, rising dampness, potential
and forth’ technique along the same path. An overlap of 50%
osmosis problems or have a relative humidity greater than
with adjacent paths is recommended.
75% as measured in accordance with BS 8203 Appendix A,
Further light rolling may be required to remove surface or by a Hammond concrete/mortar moisture tester type
imperfections, or for subsequent release of trapped air, but COCO.
should be prior to the setting of the product.
- In areas where significant thermal shock is likely to occur,
Floor Joints please consult the local Fosroc office.

All existing expansion or movement joints should be followed - Nitoflor SL2000 should not be applied to asphalt, weak or
through the new floor surface. friable concrete, unmodified sand/cement screeds, PVC
tiles or sheet or substrates known to move substantially
Joint sealant & joint geometry should be compatible with the
e.g. steel walkways.
floor type used, intended exposure conditions and likely
movement characteristics of the substrate - consult the local For information on other substrates, consult the local
Fosroc office for more details. Fosroc office.

Cleaning - Nitoflor SL2000 should not be installed at temperatures

below 10oC or above 45oC. If in doubt, or for application
Nitoprime 25, Nitocote Primer Sealer and Nitoflor SL2000
outside these temperature limits, please consult your
should be removed from tools and equipment with Fosroc
nearest Fosroc office.
Solvent 102* immediately after use. Hardened material can
only be removed mechanically. - In common with all epoxy materials some light shade
changes may be experienced over the long term when
Maintenance
placed in adverse exposure conditions. Any such change
The service life of a floor can be considerably extended by in shade is not regarded as being detremental to
good housekeeping. Regular cleaning may be carried out using performance.
a rotary scrubbing machine with a water miscible cleaning
agent at temperatures up to 50oC. Estimating

Supply
Technical support
Nitoflor SL2000 : 15 litre pack
Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance, (incl. colour pack)
high quality, flooring, jointing and repair products for both new Nitoprime 25 : 1 and 4 litre packs
and existing floor surfaces. In addition, the company offers a Nitocote Primer Sealer : 1 and 4 litre packs
comprehensive technical support service to specifiers, end Fosroc Solvent 102 : 5 litre pack
users and contractors. It is also able to offer on-site technical
Coverage
assistance, an AutoCAD facility and dedicated specification
assistance in locations all over the world. Nitoflor SL2000 : 7.5 m2/pack
@ 2 mm thickness
Nitoprime 25 : 5 m2/ltr
Nitocote Primer Sealer : 4.0-5.0 m2 /litre

Note : The coverage figures given are theoretical - due to

wastage factors and the variety and nature of
possible substrates, practical coverage figures will
be reduced. Typically, an additional 10% should be
allowed for surface irregularities and wastage
although this will vary with site conditions.

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Storage Disposal

Shelf life Spillages of component products should be absorbed on to

earth, sand or other inert material and transferred to a suitable
Nitoflor SL2000 has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in
vessel. Disposal of such spillages or empty packaging should
warehouse conditions at 30°C in the original, unopened pack.
be in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.
Storage conditions
For further information, refer to the Product Material Safety
Store in dry conditions between 5oC and 30oC, away from Data Sheet.
sources of heat and naked flames, in the original, unopened
packs. If stored at high temperatures the shelf life will be Additional Information
reduced.
Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary
products which include :
Precautions
„ waterproofing membranes & waterstops
Health and safety
„ joint sealants & filler boards
Nitoflor SL2000, Nitoprime 25, Nitocote Primer Sealer and
Fosroc Solvent 102 should not come in contact with the skin „ cementitious & epoxy grouts
and eyes, or be swallowed.
„ specialised flooring materials
Ensure adequate ventilation and avoid inhalation of vapours.
Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
Some people are sensitive to resins, hardeners and solvents.
products specifically designed for the repair and
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye protection.
refurbishment of damaged concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic
In case of contact with skin, rinse with plenty of clean water, Approach’ to concrete repair features the following :
then cleanse with soap and water. Do not use solvent. In
„ hand-placed repair mortars
case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
clean water and seek medical advice. If swallowed seek „ spray grade repair mortars
medical attention immediately - do not induce vomiting.
„ fluid micro-concretes
Fire
„ chemically resistant epoxy mortars
Nitoprime 25 and Fosroc Solvent 102 are flammable. Keep
„ anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
away from sources of ignition. No smoking. In the event of fire
extinguish with CO2 or foam. Do not use a water jet. „ chemical and abrasion resistant coatings

Nitoflor SL2000 and Nitocote Primer Sealer are non- For further information on any of the above, please consult
flammable. your local Fosroc office - as below.

Flash points
Nitoprime 25 : 39 oC
Fosroc Solvent 102 : 33 oC
* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited
†
See separate data sheet

Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for
the Supply of Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to
obtain the latest version.

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