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Mechanical properties
Tensile Strength (73F)
Flexural Strength (77F)
Compression Strength
Interlaminar Shear (77F)
Glass Transition Temperature
Temperature cycle test

Technical Specifications
Number of plies required
Application Method
Cure time
Shore D hardness (24 hour cure)
Heat resentence (24 hour cure)
Max. Installation Temperature
Dielectric Strength
Transportation

ASTM-D-3039:Modified
ASTM-D-790
ASTM-D-695
ASTM-D-2344
ASTM-E-831
16 layers cycled from 75F - 450F with no

61220 psi
53100 psi
32800 psi
4500 psi
122C
delamination or loss of bond

Computer disk supplied as guideline for pipeline application.

10 OD and less - 8 plies min., Over 10 OD - 10 plies min.
Water activated wet layup
30-60 minutes
80
500F
350F
Non conductive when cured (16,000 volts)
Non regulated/non hazardous - Freight Class NOI - Item 4600 Class 60

Chemical Immersion Test - ASTM D543 (30 day immersion period)

Acetone
Pass
Diesel Fuel
Pass
Gasoline
Pass
Tolulene
Pass
30% HCL
Pass - slight softening

Ethyl Alcohol
MIK

Pass
Pass

StrongBack Composite System

The StrongBack System consists of StrongBack tape in conjunction with GS561 and/or GS154, proprietary load transfer/coating
agents. This combination of StrongBack products will effectively transfer the load from the corrosion pit to the composite StrongBack
sleeve, eliminating moisture and oxygen migration under the sleeve when properly applied. Repair and coating of line is achieved in
one procedure. The StrongBack System can be applied under water by diver without the need for a habitat in most instances.
GS154 uses dual color components that turn grey, giving visual confirmation of correct mix when ready for use. GS561 is based on a
unique blend of liquid epoxy polymer and aliphatic polyamine curing agents which is able to display water from wet surfaces in order
to make a permanent bond. The formulation is solvent-free to ensure safety and maximum technical performance. Kevlar* fibers are
incorporated for reinforcement and viscosity management to achieve high application rates even under water. GS561 uses advanced
low toxicity curing agents with two color components that turn green, giving visual confirmation of correct mix when ready for use.
*trademark of El. Dupont de Nemours Co.
Training
StrongBack can arrange certification of your Application Technicians at StrongBack facility in Houston, Texas, USA or at your own
facility or on the job site. StrongBack or StrongBack distributors worldwide are available to assist you with the arrangements.

StrongBack in Action
Water/Humidity does not have to delay the job.

Who uses StrongBack?

Refineries
Utilities
Marine Industry

Chemical Plants
Water Treatment Plants
Port Authorities

Pipeline Companies
Steel Foundries
Offshore Facilities

Paper Manufacturers
Water Treatment Plants
Nuclear Plants

Strongback Applications:
Pipe Reinforcement and Rehabilitation Abrasion Protection Corrosion Protection Pipe Leak
Repair Encapsulation Structural Repair Dialectric Protection Duct Sealing

23802 FM 2978 Building C-2

Tomball, Texas 77375

Tel: (281) 290-8181

Fax: (281) 290-8183

The Strongback System has been tested worldwide

Test data available from StrongBack Corporation on request.
Conforms to new DOT regulations for pipelines.