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CEMENT-BASED VS. EPOXY GROUT

Often UNISORB V-1 Non-Shrink CROSS-SECTIONAL AREA CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

cement-based grout or UNISORB Standard V-100 is more fluid than Both V-1 and Standard V-100 are
Standard V-100 epoxy grout will provide V-1 and can easily flow into thin cross- resistant to chemicals normally found
equally beneficial long range results sections while maintaining full strength. in the industrial environment. This in-
in the same application. The following V-1 can only be made more fluid by cludes oils, coolants, and other fluids.
points describe the features of each of using additional water, which lowers A good rule to follow with V-1 is that
these products. the strength. Directions on containers if the concrete floor can be exposed
should always be followed to achieve to the chemical, the grout can be also.
COST optimum results. This puts V-1 in a class above other
When comparing equal volumes of Cement-based products require products that require sealing to maintain
V-1 and Standard V-100, the epoxy water to undergo a chemical reaction their properties.
cost is up to six times greater. It is readily called hydration, and start to lose wa- It is reasonable to expect V-1 grout
apparent there need to be some good ter as soon as they are placed. Water to react as the concrete would to
reasons to use the more expensive prod- loss can result through evaporation or chemicals since after cure it is basi-
uct. In many cases there is not a great absorption into the concrete foundation. cally sand and cement. Actually, it is
difference in the applied cost. This is a Because of water loss, sufficient cross- often more chemically resistant and
result of physical properties associated sectional thickness of the cement-based holds up longer than the floor around
with the Standard V-100 that permits grout must be maintained to be sure it. This is because it is a more dense
use of smaller quantities, as well as that there is a large enough volume of material than the concrete and the
other operational benefits that reduce water to fully hydrate all of the cement. chemical attack cannot penetrate the
installation costs, as contained in the For this reason a 1 minimum grout pad surface. Therefore, while the concrete
following paragraphs. thickness is recommended. is being attacked from within, the grout
is only being etched from the surface.
Because epoxy grout products do Needless to say, if it is known that there
MIXING
not undergo hydration, the Standard may be some chemical attack and the
V-1 (as with most cement-based V-100 grout pad is often only 1/4 to floor is sealed to resist this attack, the
products) requires only the addition of 1
/2 thick. In some cases the grout pad grout should also be sealed. Standard
water. Mixing is usually done mechani- is just a puddle with a leveling device V-100 also offers excellent resistance
cally in a mortar mixer, with clean up setting in it. to chemical attack.
requiring only the use of water. Standard
V-100 uses pre-measured compo- ANCHOR HOLE SIZE TEMPERATURE CONSIDERATIONS
nents, and includes a paddle type stirrer
The two factors listed above (fluidity The mixing, placing and curing of
to be used with a variable speed drill.
and water content) also affect the size both V-1 and V-100 are affected by
of the anchor hole. A much smaller hole ambient temperatures. In warmer tem-
TIME CONSTRAINTS is required when using Standard V-100 peratures grouts cure faster, resulting
When time is an issue consider the which impacts cost in two ways: in both shorter work and cure times. In
following. V-1 should have a 24-hour (1) Volume is much smaller when cooler temperatures these times are
cure before work continues, with a using epoxy grout. In a typical anchor extended. At temperature extremes
three day cure before final alignment. installation a 3" diameter hole would be special procedures should be used to
The Standard V-100 is stronger than used with V-1 while a 11/2" diameter assure proper grout placement.
the concrete foundation in less than 8 hole is recommended when using Stan- After cure, V-1 is suitable for
hours and final alignment can usually be dard V-100. This reduces the volume elevated temperatures as high as
done within 24 hours. In addition, epoxy by 75%, thus reducing the difference in 1000 F, with little loss in compressive
grouts are used on dry concrete which material cost. strength. Standard V-100 is capable
eliminates the need for pre-soaking.
(2) Cost is also reduced in the pro- of withstanding temperatures up to
cess of placing smaller holes. In the 150 F. Hi-Temp V-100 and Xtra Temp
WORKING TIME
example above, the 11/2" diameter hole are formulated for maximum service
Working time should be considered could be made with a hammer drill (a temperatures from 325 F to 425 F.
when selecting grout. V-1 allows 30-45 tool most shops have) using shop em-
minutes in which to finish pouring grout, ployees. The 3" diameter hole would
while Standard V-100 allows only 10-15 be made with a core drill. The core drill
minutes. With Deep Pour V-100 you is usually rented or the whole project
have 45-60 minutes. contracted to someone who specializes
in this field.
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GROUT COMPARISON CHARTS
GROUT WITH AGGREGATE

GROUT COMPARISON CHARTS

The following products are typically used for machinery installation and summarized below for easy comparison:

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

V-1 UNISORB CONCRETE WTF
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES NON-SHRINK REPAIR COMPOUND (UCRC) (Wind Turbine Formula)
Compressive Strength (psi)
24 Hours 6,565 6,200 8,079
28 Days (Ultimate) 11,875 10,100 13,278
Tensile Strength (psi) (28 Days) 568 564
Flexural Strength (psi) (28 Days) 1,700 1,237
Typical Pour Depth 1" - 2" 1/16" - 2" 1" - 3"
Placement Time 45-60 minutes 10 minutes 20-30 minutes
Yield .40 cu. ft./48# .40 cu. ft./50# .40 cu. ft./50#

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES STANDARD V-100 DEEP POUR V-100 WTF-E V-100 DCR V-100 CR HI-FLOW V-100
Compressive Strength (psi)
6 Hours 9,000
3 Days 15,250 11,600 14,020
7 Days (Ultimate) 16,800 14,000 15,470 17,000 17,000
Tensile Strength (psi) 4,800 1,536 2,350 3,000 5,500
Flexural Strength (psi) 6,800 4,600 4,800 6,000 8,100
Typical Pour Depth 1/4" - 1" 3" - 8" 3/4" - 8" 1 1/2" - 8" 1/4" - 2"
Placement Time 10-15 minutes 60 minutes 60 minutes 20-25 minutes 20-25 minutes
Yield 11# kit .10 cu. ft. 1 cu. ft./kit 1 cu. ft./kit 1 cu. ft./kit 22# kit .21 cu. ft.
22# kit .21 cu. ft. 52# kit .49 cu. ft.
55# kit .53 cu. ft.
*For standard packaging see page 6.
GROUT WITH AGGREGATE
CEMENT-BASED GROUT A bag of pea gravel weighs 50 lbs. crushed granite or the equivalent may
Where grouting area and floor space In this example, a mixing ratio of ap- be used as an aggregate with Standard
are of sufficient size, up to 50% (by proximately 50% pea gravel (by weight) V-100 epoxy grout.
weight) of pea gravel aggregate may was used to obtain one cu. yd. of grout The crushed granite should be
be used. Pea gravel should be standard (27 cu. ft.). washed and dried before using, however
size (3/8" dia.) and may be purchased it is important that it is NOT pre-wet. Fill
YIELD
from UNISORB. Prior to use, the pea the grout cavity with crushed granite
gravel should be washed and dried. Grout Yield With 50% and then fill the voids with Standard
However, it is important to PRE-WET Type (By Wgt.) Aggregate V-100 epoxy grout.
the pea gravel before it is added to the V-1 .53 cu.ft./48# bag
cement-based grout. UCRC .53 cu.ft./50# bag
EXAMPLE: Truckload mixing of V-1Non- WTF .53 cu.ft./50# bag
Shrink grout with pea gravel using the NOTE: The addition of aggregate filler may affect
following quantities: EPOXY GROUT the final strength of cement-based and epoxy
grouts by 20%.

(51) 48# bags of V-1 Non-Shrink Unisorb recommends the use of
grout (2,448 lbs.) Deep Pour V-100 epoxy grout for large
Physical properties shown are the result of independent labora-

or deep pours. This product includes the tory testing performed per industry recognized test procedures.
(24) 50# bags of WET pea gravel proper size and amount of aggregate. Laboratory properties aid in determining suitability of the product
(1,200 lbs.) If Deep Pour V-100 is not readily avail- for the intended application. Field test results may vary due to
procedures or ambient conditions such as temperature and

(50-55) Gallons of water able, or time constraints are an issue, humidity. Laboratory reports are available on request.

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GROUT VOlUMES fOR ANCHOR HOlES
SElECTED GROUT PACKAGING & YIElD

The grout volume chart below was hole equals 70.7 cu. in. would divide 2,121 cu. in. by 173 cu.
prepared to help determine the amount 2. Multiply the 70.7 by the number of in. per kit (12.3 kits). This can be
of grout required for various size grout holes, i.e., if there are 30 grout holes, rounded to 13-11# Kits of Standard
holes. The chart assumes the grout multiply 70.7 cu. in. x 30 to get 2,121 V-100 epoxy grout.
holes are cylindrical in shape. cu. in. 4. Keep in mind that the above calcula-
To determine the amount of grout 3. Divide this number (2,121 cu. in.) by tions are exact and offer no safety
required refer to the following: the rated yield of the standard grout factor for more material usage than is
1. Determine the grout hole diameter package. In the previous illustration planned, i.e., if the holes are slightly
and depth. Read the volume in the to make a grout pour using 11# Kits larger. You will need to allow for your
chart, i.e., a 3" diameter x 10" deep of Standard V-100 epoxy grout you own margin of safety.

VOLUME OF GROUT REQUIRED FOR ONE HOLE (Cubic Inches)

Hole Depth - Hole Diameter - Inches
Inches 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6
4 7.1 12.6 19.6 28.3 38.5 50.3 78.5 113.1
5 8.8 15.7 24.5 35.3 48.1 62.8 98.2 141.4
6 10.6 18.8 29.5 42.4 57.7 75.4 117.8 169.6
7 12.4 22.0 34.4 49.5 67.3 88.0 137.4 197.9
8 14.1 25.1 39.3 56.5 77.0 100.5 157.1 226.2
9 15.9 28.3 44.2 63.6 86.6 113.1 176.7 254.5
10 17.7 31.4 49.1 70.7 96.2 125.7 196.3 282.7
12 21.2 37.7 58.9 84.8 115.5 150.8 235.6 339.3
14 24.7 44.0 68.7 99.0 134.7 175.9 274.9 395.8
16 28.3 50.3 78.5 113.1 153.9 201.1 314.2 452.4
18 31.8 56.5 88.4 127.2 173.2 226.2 353.4 508.9
20 35.3 62.8 98.2 141.4 192.4 251.3 392.7 565.5

SELECTED GROUT PACKAGING & YIELD

V-1 Non-Shrink 48# Bag = .40 cu. ft. (691 cu. in.)
UNISORB Concrete Repair Compound (UCRC) 20# Pail = .16 cu. ft. (276 cu. in.)
50# Pail = .40 cu. ft. (691 cu. in.)
50# Bag = .40 cu. ft. (691 cu. in.)
WTF (Wind Turbine Formula) 50# Bag = .40 cu. ft. (691 cu. in.)
Standard V-100 11# Kit = .10 cu. ft. (173 cu. in.)
Ship-Safe Standard V-100 22# Kit = .21 cu. ft. (363 cu. in.)
55# Kit = .53 cu. ft. (916 cu. in.)
Deep Pour V-100 Three Part Kit = 1 cu. ft. (1,728 cu. in.)
DCR V-100 63# Kit = .50 cu. ft. (864 cu. in.)
125# Kit = 1.00 cu. ft. (1,728 cu. in.)
Adhesive V-100 24.5# Kit = .26 cu. ft. (450 cu. in.)
CR Hi-Flow V-100 22# Kit = .21 cu. ft. (358 cu. in.)
Ship-Safe CR Hi-Flow V-100 52# Kit = .49 cu. ft. (846 cu. in.)
WTF-E V-100 (Wind Turbine Forumula) 125# Kit = 1.00 cu. ft. (1,728 cu. in.)

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RECOMMENDATIONS fOR GROUTING MACHINERY
By WAYNE H. WHITTAKER, V.P./G.M., Unisorb Installation Technologies, Jackson, MI

The grouting of machine base plates 3. Ease of handling and placement difficult, or when grout must be
and bearing plates, and of anchoring/ The following factors are important: flowed long distances.
alignment equipment to a foundation are A. Flowability. The ease with which D. Expansion or non-shrink prop-
low-cost approaches that provide a high the material enters small cavities erties. The main objective is to
quality machine-to-foundation connec- and travels under larger base select a material that will expand
tion. A successful installation depends plates is usually measured either enough to assure full bearing
on: proper grout selection, based on by the ASTM-C230 test or Corps contact with machine base and
application; foundation preparation; of Engineers Spec CRD-621flow foundation (a few tenths to 1
forming method employed; and careful cone test. For the ASTM-C230 percent or so is normal). When
attention to the actual application of the test, the results are expressed as large grout-to-machine contact
grouting material. a dimensionless number rang- areas are encountered, a grout
Grout Selection Selecting grout ing from 100 to 150, with 150 with a controlled internal pres-
for a particular application should in- the most flowable. The Corps of sure development should be
clude an evaluation of these factors: Engineers results range from 30 selected to prevent the grouts
1. Cost Compare the cost of mixed seconds to 10 seconds, with 10 expansion from disturbing align-
grout, ready for placement. Yields seconds the most flowable. ment. The actual expansion of
can vary considerably from one B. Tendency to separate when a grout is typically measured by
manufacturer to another, and dry mixed or handled excessively. In either the ASTM C-1090-88 or
powder to price comparisons are some materials that use metallic ASTM-C827-87 early volume
misleading, as the amount of mixing additives or have aggregates change method; the result is
water required will also vary. of widely varying sizes, the ag- expressed as a percentage.
2. Strengths Applied loads should gregates tend to separate if the E. Maintenance requirements.
be evaluated carefully to ensure material is overmixed or handled What will be required to keep the
that the bearing capacity of the excessively. grout functional in the environ-
grout is not exceeded. Compressive C. Ability to be pumped or vi- ment into which it will be placed is
strengths reported by manufactur- brated, particularly on larger the main concern. For example,
ers are based on tests run under installations. Again, separation a grout that is to be used in an
lab conditions; actual field-cured is the problem. The ability to be oily environment should be a
values for cementitious grouts will vibrated or pumped is a prime relatively impermeable type. A
be approximately 80 percent of the concern when grouting cavities grout with a porous structure will
lab result. are small, when placement is require a paint coat to prevent
penetration by oils and other
chemicals.
GROUTING ADVANTAGES
Other special considerations include
1. Foundation forming and finishing tolerances When the foundation has cured sufficiently ability to withstand thermal cycling and
may be relaxed. Because grout provides to support machine loads, the machine is high temperatures, ability to resist acids,
the final link between the machine and the moved into position on the foundation and
foundation, the foundation is usually finished supported by temporary blocks. The anchor- and susceptibility to spaulding under
1 1/2 to 3 in. below the desired machine base ing/alignment equipment is then assembled freeze-thaw cycling.
level. A thicker or thinner grout pad can be to the machine base with the anchor bolt and
used, as the specific situation requires, to base of the alignment device (if one is being
Materials in use today range from
compensate for the variances encountered used) projecting into the grouting cavity. Grout slightly modified sand and cement
in actual foundation construction, eliminating is then placed into the cavity and allowed to mixtures to chemically sophisticated
the need for precision foundation work. cure, completing the machine-to-foundation epoxy materials with strengths five to
connection. This approach eliminates the six times that of standard concretes.
2. Grouting provides a rigid machine-to-founda- requirement for time-consuming, precise
tion connection. As the grout is placed into the presetting of anchor bolts or alignment equip- Cementitious Grouting Materi-
cavity, in the plastic or fluid state, it conforms ment, significantly lowering the cost of more
precisely to the machine base and to the als The simplest grouting material
complex installations.
foundation, providing a 100 percent bearing consists of sand and cement mixed
contact between foundation and grout pad, 4. Existing foundations may be easily adapted
to new equipment. Core drilling an existing
at approximately a 50-50 ratio. Simple
and grout pad and machine base.
foundation to accept new anchoring/align- sand and cement mixtures shrink on
3. Anchoring/alignment equipment can be ment equipment, which is in turn grouted into curing, usually from 2 to 3 percent, mak-
positioned within a precast or core-drilled permanent position, eliminates the need for ing their use in high load or precision
grouting cavity at the time of machine in- removing and replacing an otherwise sound
stallation. As the foundation is constructed, foundation if the equipment it supports is applications questionable. Cementitious
grouting cavities are created by precasting being relocated or replaced. When properly grouts in use today have been modified
or core drilling (while the foundation is green) installed, these anchors exhibit holding power to expand rather than shrink on curing.
at the approximate location of each support equal to or better than that of anchors set into
or anchor point. the foundation as it was constructed.
(cont.)
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RECOMMENDATIONS fOR GROUTING MACHINERY
(continued)

There are several basic expansion DOS AND DONTS

mechanisms in use today. One involves
the addition of iron filings to the sand- For Cementitious Grouts
cement mixture. The filings expand
Dont exceed recommended water levels in an attempt to achieve greater flowability. Using
slightly when water is added to the more water than specified by the manufacturer may result in segregation of the material or
may interfere with the non-shrink mechanism.
mixture, causing the desired expansion.
Dont overmix or undermix. Refer to the grout manufacturers minimum and maximum mixing
Other systems include the use of time recommendation. Overmixing may cause segregation in metallic-type materials and
carbon particles (evolved gas causes unnecessary air entrainment in other materials. Undermixing may not accomplish adequate
expansion) and the use of chemically blending of dry ingredients and may prevent proper wetting of materials which could result
compensated Type K cements (which in the grouts false setting and other problems.

promote growth within the cement Dont use curing compounds or bonding agents unless specifically approved by the grout
manufacturer.
paste).
Do wet the foundation thoroughly. Otherwise, water will be drawn from the newly placed grout
Epoxy Grouting Materials The too quickly, interfering with proper curing.
epoxy grouts consist typically of a base
Do use clean mixing water. Chemical contaminants may interfere with the proper expansion
resin and hardener that are mixed at of the material.

the jobsite immediately before place- Do read the individual manufacturers instructions, especially when placing grout at tempera-
tures below 45 F (7 C) and above 90 F (32 C) as the requirement for special measures
ment. (Some systems may also require varies considerably.
the addition of a filler at this point.) An
For Epoxy Grouts
advantage of epoxy materials is the
Dont place epoxy grouts when water is present (once cured, water is no problem).
ability to withstand significantly higher
Do be sure the foundation is clean and free from oil or grease.
shock loads than cementitious materi-
Do design for thin sections, avoiding large pours.
als. Epoxies also can be used in much
Do familiarize jobsite personnel with the manufacturers recommended handling and safety
thinner cross sections than cementitious precautions.
materials; this feature may be desirable
in certain applications.
The epoxy grouts typically exhibit
Forming Recommendations In The form should be carefully de-
slight shrinkage on curing but usually
preparing forms for retaining fluid grout, signed and constructed to prevent
the thinner section used (and extremely
keep in mind that the most effective leakage because modern grouts are
small amount of overall shrinkage en-
means of achieving a good machine much more flowable than concrete. It
countered) minimizes the problem.
base-to-grout contact is to place the is recommended that caulk or a con-
When the application is unusually material from one side only. The ma- struction adhesive be used to seal the
severe from a shock loading standpoint terial should flow under the machine individual form components to each
or is to be used in a very thin section being grouted, and, while it is flowing, other and to seal the completed form
requiring high flowability, high strength, contact between the upper surface of the to the foundation. Epoxy grouts, which
and rapid cure rate, an epoxy grout advancing grout and the machine base are extremely flowable, require extra
should usually be chosen rather than should be maintained. This approach attention to the sealing to prevent pos-
a cementitious one. Setting anchor will ensure that no air becomes trapped sible form leaks.
bolts is an application particularly well between the grout and machine base,
suited to the epoxy material because a Application It is desirable, in some
Fig. 1. cases, to grout anchoring/alignment
relatively small quantity is used and the
short cure time is an advantage. Epoxy equipment in place, pouring a bearing
It is important to maintain clearances pad and setting an anchor bolt simulta-
grouts are widely used for applications between the machine base, foundation,
such as installing large engines, com- neously, Fig. 2. The anchor bolt cavity
and forms. Adequate clearance should must be completely filled with grout. A
pressor units, crushers and shredders, be provided between the form and base
and other equipment imparting large filled cavity can be attained by pouring
plate on the pour side to permit mate- the grout slowly at first to make sure no
dynamic loads to their foundations. rial to be introduced rapidly enough to air is trapped. For unusually deep holes,
Foundation Preparation T he maintain grout base contact. Use of it may be advisable to use an air bleed
concrete surfaces to which the grout will a sheet metal or wooden chute may tube that is withdrawn when the cavity
be applied must be carefully cleaned, prove helpful in introducing the mixed is full, Fig. 3.
leaving the surface free from all foreign grout into the form. The forms should
material, grease, oil, etc. If an old foun- also be high enough to permit the fluid An alternate approach is the funnel
dation is being reused, be sure that the grout to be brought up the side of the and hose method. A highly flowable
upper surfaces are sound. If unsound machine base about 1/2 inch to make grout is required for this approach, and
concrete is encountered, it will be nec- sure that full bearing contact is realized. the tip of the hose should be inserted
essary to chip back to sound concrete. Sufficient grout must be available so into the anchor bolt cavity and withdrawn
The objective is to place grout against that the entire cavity is filled in a single, slowly as the grout level rises.
sound, clean concrete only. continuous pour. (cont.)
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RECOMMENDATIONS fOR GROUTING MACHINERY
(continued)

MACHINE BASE
Fig. 1. The grouting material should be placed
from one side only to achieve good machine
GROUT base-to-grout contact.This approach ensures
DESIRED FINISH that no air is trapped between the grout and
GROUT LEVEL machine base.

3" 2 IN. X 2 IN.

WOOD FORM

PLYWOOD OR
METAL CHUTE

SEALING BEAD OF
11/2 IN. CAULKING MATERIAL
TYPICAL OR ADHESIVE

LEVELING/
ALIGNMENT MACHINE BASE
DEVICE
Fig. 2. This application, recommended when
leveling/alignment equipment is grouted,
FORM FOR RE- simultaneously providing a bearing pad and
TAINING FLUID
GROUT
anchor bolt.

ANCHOR BOLT

FOUNDATION

PRECAST OR CORE-DRILLED
GROUTING CAVITY

LEVELING/ AIR IS EX-

ALIGNMENT PELLED
DEVICE FUNNEL
Fig. 3. If the anchor bolt cavity is very deep,
an air bleed tube might be advisable. It should
be withdrawn after the cavity is filled. An al-
ternate approach is to use a funnel and hose.
A highly flowable grout is required, and the
RUBBER HOSE tip of the hose should be withdrawn slowly
as grout level rises.
AIR BLEED
TUBE

ANCHOR
BOLT

1 IN. MINIMUM
DIAMETER

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RECOMMENDATIONS fOR GROUTING MACHINERY
(continued)

The time spent in Air bleed holes should be provided

when blind cavities are grouted, Fig.
thoroughly planning the grouting installation 4. The air bleed holes serve a second
will pay off in fewer problems in the machine's performance. function of providing visual assurance
that all cavities are filled.
When working with a larger pour,
it may be advisable to break the pour
AIR BLEED HOLES TYPICAL into sections for more convenient han-
FLOOR PLATE
GROUT dling by using polyethylene foam strips,
FORM
Fig. 5. The outside cavities are filled
first, and the grout is allowed to set
before the foam strips are removed. The
remaining center cavity is filled last.
Many of the currently available grout-
ing materials can be pumped with a
Fig. 4. Air bleed holes should be provided when blind cavities are grouted. The holes also standard concrete pump. This approach
provide visual assurance that all cavities are filled. is frequently used when extremely large
pours are required. The main problem is
mixing the necessary amount of mate-
BASE
FOAM STRIPS
rial quickly enough to permit a single
PLATE
continuous pour. A standard ready-mix
truck and concrete pump work well,
Fig. 6.
A first-quality grouting installation is
GROUT the key to successful machine installa-
FORMS tion. The time spent in thoroughly plan-
ning the installation will pay off in fewer
problems in the machines performance.

POUR POUR POUR
NO. 1 NO. 3 NO. 2

Fig. 5. When large areas are grouted, the pour should be divided into sections. Sections 1
and 2 should be poured and allowed to set before the center section is poured. Information in this article has been
updated to meet product and application
standards in use in 1998.
REPRINTED FROM
READY MIX
TRUCK OR
MIXER
Plant Engineering

PUMP

GROUT IS PUMPED THROUGH

HOLE IN PLATE TO OUTER
EDGES

TEMPORARY
PIPE FITTING

INSPECTION
HOLES

Fig. 6. For large pours, a ready-mix truck and concrete pump are recommended.

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V-1 NON-SHRINK GROUT (Cont.)

ASTM C-1107 DATA

Shown below are selected ment based grouts. Unisorb V-1 outlined in ASTM C-109, Stan-
physical properties of V-1 Non-Shrink Non-Shrink Grout meets or exceeds dard Test Method for Compressive
Grout. Since the physical properties the requirements of ASTM C-1107 Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars.
change with the amount of water used, Grade C. Grade C is the designa- Additional cubes were tested at
the chart shows properties at four tion for grouts that have a non-shrink 16 hours to show early strength
water levels. The four were chosen mechanism active both in the fluid development. The results summarized
to show the properties for a plastic, state and cured state. The fact that in the chart below show that the 28 day
flowable, and fluid consistency, and at the expansion is +0.00 at max. water strength requirement of ASTM C-1107,
maximum water. shows the precise nature of the pro- 5000 psi, is met in 3 days even at the
P hy s i c a l p r o p e r t i e s a t prietary expansion agent, overcom- high water level. These values are
maximum water are compared to the ing post hardening shrinkage of the shown in graphic form in the chart on
ASTM C-1107 requirements in the far cement without excessive expansion. the previous page.
right column. ASTM C-1107 includes The compressive strengths at Unisorb V-1 Non-Shrink Grout
testing and acceptance criteria for most 1, 3, 7, and 28 days are determined is packaged in a moisture resistant bag.
physical properties of non-shrink ce- in accordance with the specification

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Mix Ratio Water per 48 lb. bag 3.67 qts. 3.84 qts. 4.00 qts. 4.32 qts. ASTM C-1107
Requirements

Flow Consistency Plastic Flowable Fluid Fluid

Flow Table (5 drops) ASTM C-230 109 135 150 ----- Plastic 100-125
Flow Cone (5 min.) ASTM C-939 ----- ----- 42 sec. 27 sec. Flowable 125-145
Flow Cone (30 min.) ASTM C-939 ----- ----- ----- 28 sec. Fluid 10-30 sec.
Flow Cone (60 min.) ASTM C-939 ----- ----- ----- 35 sec.

Compressive Strength (PSI) per ASTM C-109

Test Age Minimum
16 Hours 4965 4275 3538 2075 -----
1 Day 6565 5950 4905 4200 1000
3 Days 9085 8415 8290 7060 2500
7 Days 10040 9520 9585 8605 3500
28 Days 11875 11605 11125 10210 5000

Vicat Needle Test per ASTM C-191

Initial Set 5 hrs. 3 min. 5 hrs. 22 min. 6 hrs. 17 min. 6 hrs. 30 min. -----
Final Set 5 hrs. 41 min. 6 hrs. 26 min. 7 hrs. 0 min. 7 hrs. 28 min. -----

Change in Height (%) at Early Ages ASTM C-827

At Final Set +0.55 +1.49 +1.43 +1.23 0.0-4.0

Change in Height (%) ASTM C-1090

Test Age
1 Day +0.04 +0.01 +0.01 +0.00 0.0-0.3
3 Days +0.04 +0.02 +0.01 +0.00 0.0-0.3
14 Days +0.05 +0.03 +0.01 +0.00 0.0-0.3
28 Days +0.05 +0.03 +0.01 +0.00 0.0-0.3
Flexural Strength Tensile Strength Physical properties shown are the result of independent laboratory
testing performed per industry recognized test procedures. Laboratory
7 Days 1670 psi 7 Days 535 psi
properties aid in determining suitability of the product for the intended
28 Days 1700 psi 28 Days 568 psi application. Field test results may vary due to procedures or ambient
High Temperature evaluation Youngs Modulus of Elasticity conditions such as temperature and humidity. Laboratory reports are
Compressive Strength 6 x 106 psi available on request.
70oF 11000 psi Expansion and Bleeding of Freshly
800oF 11000 psi Mixed Grouts @ Max. Water (ASTM C-940)
900oF 9700 psi Volume Expansion +1.00%
1000oF 8400 psi Bleed 0.00%

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UNISORB CONCRETE REPAIR COMPOUND (UCRC)
UCRC EXTENDED SET
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
UCRC UCRC
EXTENDED
Compressive Strength (CRD C-227/ASTM C-109) SET
Water To 100# 6.5 qts. 6.5 qts.
1 hour 2,700 psi 1,500 psi
3 hours 4,000 psi 2,700 psi
1 day 6,200 psi 4,600 psi
7 days 8,400 psi 6,100 psi
28 days 10,100 psi 7,400 psi
Compressive Strength With 50% Pea Gravel Added (ASTM C-39)
1 day 4,300 psi
7 days 5,400 psi
28 days 6,300 psi
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (ASTM C-531) 7.46 x 10 6 in./in./F
Tensile Strength (ASTM C-190)
7 days 544 psi
UNISORB CONCRETE RE- 28 days 564 psi
PAIR COMPOUND (UCRC) Flexural Strength (ASTM C-348)
A cement-based, flowable, fast set- 7 days 1,185 psi
ting product designed for use in setting 28 days 1,237 psi
anchor bolts and filling holes and large Flow (ASTM C-929) 145 (25 drops, 5 min.)
cracks in concrete floors, roads, side- Vicat Needle Test @ 75 F (ASTM C-191)
walks, foundations, etc. It is well suited Initial Set 18 min. 33 min.
to high traffic wear areas. Edges of Final Set 20 min. 37 min.
repairs can be feathered to blend into
Bond Strength (ASTM C-882)
the surrounding area.
1 day 1,500 psi 1,700 psi
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES 7 days 3,100 psi 2,200 psi
UCRC employs special poly rein- Typical Pour Depth 1/16 in. - 2 in.
UCRC meets or exceeds the specifications for Scaling Resistance (ASTM C-928), Freeze-
forcing fibers to achieve exceptional Thaw (ASTM C-666), and Rapid Hardening Materials for Concrete Repair (ASTM C-928).
strength and durability. Unlike most
cement-based products, UCRC is self- row or cement mixer. Only the exact
sealing and requires no sealant when amount needed for a particular project
should be mixed, due to its fast setting PACKAGING/YIELD
used outdoors. This product requires
time. Exact ratios should be followed for 50# Bag = .40 cu. ft. (691 cu. in.)
no pre-wetting and can be opened to 20# Pail = .16 cu. ft. (276 cu. in.)
traffic in 20 minutes to one hour after mixture of product and water. Mix dry
powder with water at the job site to form 50# Pail = .40 cu. ft. (691 cu. in.)
pouring (depending on weight of traffic).
It is also ideal for setting anchor bolts, a trowelable mixture. Place in area to
particularly when short installation times be repaired and trowel to desired finish. UCRC EXTENDED SET
are important, because of its fast setting Allow to cure. UCRC is also available in an Ex-
time. TEMPERATURE CONSIDERATIONS tended Set formulation to allow longer
work time. (See above chart.)
BASE PREPARATION Use standard high temperature con-
All contact surfaces must be cleaned creting techniques for conditions over
90 F, and low temperature techniques Physical properties shown are the result of independent labora-
of oil, grease, scale, etc. Unsound con- tory testing performed per industry recognized test procedures.
crete should be chipped out leaving for conditions below 45 F. Laboratory properties aid in determining suitability of the product
for the intended application. Field test results may vary due to
the surface level, but rough. The area PEA GRAVEL procedures or ambient conditions such as temperature and
to be repaired should be chipped to a humidity. Laboratory reports are available on request.
When exceeding a thickness of 2"
minimum depth of 1/2".
to 3", pea gravel should be added. Use
Consult the specific Material Safety Data Sheets
APPLICATION TECHNIQUES 3/8" pea gravel, 1 part gravel to 2 parts
(MSDS) for all safety data.
UCRC can be mixed in a wheelbar- grout by weight.

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STANDARD V-100 EPOXY GROUT

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Color Gray Green
Compressive Strength (ASTM D-695)
6 hours 9,000 psi
3 days 15,250 psi
7 days 16,500 psi
Compression Modulus
7 days 436,000 psi
Tensile Strength (ASTM D-638) 4,800 psi
Heat Deflection Temperature (ASTM D-648) 161F
Maximum Service Temperature 200F
Placement Time @ 77 F 10-15 minutes
Tensile Modulus 1.01 x 106 psi
Flexural Strength (ASTM D-790) 6,800 psi
Mixed Viscosity (ASTM D-2196) 8,000 cps
STANDARD V-100
A two-component, 100% solids, Adhesion Slant Shear Test (ASTM C-882) 4,200 psi
filled epoxy resin system of superior Specific Gravity (ASTM D-792) 1.7
quality, offering excellent flowability,
high resistance to impact and extremely Hardness (Shore D) (ASTM D-2240) 90
rapid cure. Density (cured) 105 lbs./cu. ft.
This grout is the product of choice Creep Test (ASTM C-1181)
where ease of placement, suitability for
use under extremely high loads, and 600 psi @ 150 F cured 24 hours @ 70 F 16 hours @ 150 F 1.95 x 102 in./in.
minimal cross section thicknesses are Linear Shrinkage (ASTM D-2566) 0.00025 in./in. @ 77 F
necessary. Other materials such as
concrete or weaker grouts may develop Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (ASTM D-696) 2.0 x 105 in./in.@ 77 F
structural flaws when subjected to high
concentrated loads.
Standard V-100 is a perfect choice
for: regrouting. Saves downtime, labor and a 15 minute working time remains for
Grouting machine bases lost production. Resistance to oils, placement of the material. For Gel Time
greases, acids, alkalies and solvents is vs. Temperature and Mixed Viscosity vs.
Setting anchor bolts much greater than that of cement-based Temperature see next page.
Setting leveling wedges materials. Tensile and flexural strengths
Setting sole plates are at least 15 times that of concrete
and compressive strength is about 5 (cont.)
Repairing deteriorated foundations times that of concrete.
The rapid strength development of
Standard V-100 permits loads to be
applied much sooner after grouting PACKAGING Physical properties shown are the result of independent labora-
tory testing performed per industry recognized test procedures.
than with other materials. Its excellent Standard V-100 is packaged in Laboratory properties aid in determining suitability of the product
flowability permits use in extremely thin a kit with the base resin packed in an for the intended application. Field test results may vary due to
procedures or ambient conditions such as temperature and
cross-sections. oversized container large enough to humidity. Laboratory reports are available on request.
serve as a mixing vessel. The hardener
IMPORTANT ADVANTAGES: portion of the kit is added to the base
resin at the job site. A stirring paddle is
PERMANENCE
included which will fit a standard 1/4" elec- Consult the specific Material Safety Data Sheets
Eliminates need for periodic tric drill. After a mix time of 2-3 minutes (MSDS) for all safety data.

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STANDARD V-100 EPOXY GROUT
(Continued)

EASY, FLOW-INTO-PLACE TYPICAL POUR DEPTH FAST CURE

INSTALLATION Thickness of 1/4" up to 1" (uncon- At 77 F, a 1/2" thickness will set up
Flows into spaces under machines fined), up to 1 1/2" under plate. (Multiple for use in 8 hours.
of 1/2" or less and fills completely before layers may be used for thicker pours.)
solidifying.
SMOOTHER MACHINE OPERATION PACKAGING/YIELD
REGROUTS Standard V-100 survives impact 11# Kit = .10 cu. ft. (181.5 cu. in.)
No need to move equipment or break and vibration as well as reinforced rub- 22# Kit = .21 cu. ft. (363.0 cu. in.)
connections. Just raise equipment 1/2" to ber materials and will not delaminate 55# Kit = .53 cu. ft. (907.5 cu. in.)
3
/4" and regrout with Standard V-100. under the most severe shock loads.

TEMPERATURE CONSIDERATIONS

STANDARD V-100 STANDARD V-100

GEL TIME vs TEMPERATURE MIXED VISCOSITY vs TEMPERATURE
Mixed Viscosity (cps)
Gel time (minutes)

Temperature (F) Temperature (F)

This graph shows gel time as a function of temperature. This graph shows viscosity is relatively constant above
With the curve being basically linear, a good rule of 80 F, but changes rather dramatically between 70 F
thumb is 30 minutes (approx.) at room temp. (72 F) and and 50 F. This can be very noticeable when pouring
varies about 1 minute per degree temperature change. on concrete which may be 10-20 F cooler than the
ambient air temperature.

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DEEP POUR V-100 EPOXY GROUT

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Compressive Strength (ASTM D-695)
1 day 11,000 psi
3 days 11,600 psi
7 days 14,000 psi
Tensile Strength (ASTM D-638) 1,536 psi
Tensile Modulus 72,000 psi
Mixed Viscosity (ASTM D-2393) 37,000 cps
Heat Deflection Temperature 136 F
Maximum Service Temperature (ASTM D-648) 250 F
Hardness (Shore D) (ASTM D-2240) 90
Placement Time @ 70 F 60 minutes
Flexural Strength (ASTM D-790) 4,600 psi
Flexural Modulus of Elasticity 2,154,000 psi
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (ASTM D-696) 1.7 x 105 in./in./C

DEEP POUR V-100 Creep Test (ASTM C-1181)

600 psi @ 150 F cured 24 hours @ 70 F 16 hours @ 150 F 7.09 x 103 in./in.
A three-component, 100% solids,
Linear Shrinkage (ASTM D-2566) 0.0003 in./in. @ 72 F
epoxy resin system specifically de-
Typical Pour Depth 3 in. - 8 in.
signed for use where pour sections
exceed 3" thereby permitting the use of acids, alkalies and solvents is much REGROUTS
a more highly filled material. Deep Pour greater than that of cement-based No need to move equipment or break
V-100 offers excellent compressive materials. Tensile and flexural strengths connections. Just raise equipment and
strengths coupled with rapid cure times are at least 11 times that of concrete regrout with Deep Pour V-100.
for applications where larger volumes and compressive strength is about 4
are required. times that of concrete.
Deep Pour V-100 is ideally suited for:

PACKAGING
Deep grouting of large machine PACKAGING/YIELD
bases The grout is packaged in convenient
three-part kits consisting of a resin 3 Part Kit = 1.00 cu. ft. (1,728 cu. in.)

Setting large anchor bolts container, a hardener container and two

Setting large leveling wedges bags of aggregate. A standard drum-

Setting large sole plates type cement mixer or mortar mixer may

Deep repairs in foundations be used.
This grout is specifically formulated EASY, FLOW-INTO-PLACE INSTAL-
for pours as thick as 8" and develops LATION
the same high strength and chemical Flows into spaces under machines,
resistance as Standard V-100. Ease of fills completely before solidifying and is
mixing and fast cure makes this epoxy self leveling.
grout ideal for minimizing down time in
Physical properties shown are the result of independent labora-
industries where equipment must con- FAST CURE tory testing performed per industry recognized test procedures.
tinue running such as in steelmaking, Laboratory properties aid in determining suitability of the product
At 70 F, an 8" thickness will be ready for the intended application. Field test results may vary due to
manufacturing and power generation. for use in 24 hours. procedures or ambient conditions such as temperature and
humidity. Laboratory reports are available on request.
IMPORTANT ADVANTAGES: SMOOTHER MACHINE OPERATION
PERMANENCE Deep Pour V-100 survives impact
Eliminates need for periodic regrout- and vibration as well as reinforced rub-
ing. Saves downtime, labor and lost ber materials and will not delaminate Consult the specific Material Safety Data Sheets
production. Resistance to oils, greases, under the most severe shock loads. (MSDS) for all safety data.

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JOINT fIllER V-100
HI-TEMP V-100 EPOXY GROUT

A two-component, 100% solids, debris from entering the isolation joint.

filled epoxy system designed to seal the When cured, the material remains pli-
exposed edge of Inertia Block isolation able enough to prevent the unwanted
material while providing an excellent transmission of vibrations between the
appearance to the installation. It cures Inertia Block and the shop floor.
overnight at room temperature to a gray,
cement colored flexible mastic. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Tensile Strength
Joint Filler V-100 is conveniently (ASTM D-412) 430 psi
packaged in a 2 gallon kit, and its 1:1 Hardness (Shore A) 60
mixing ratio allows the mixing of the Placement Time @ 77 F
amount necessary for the application. (1 lb. mass) 60 min.
Do not mix more than can be placed (Full Kit) 15-20 min.
in 15 min. Cure Time 24 hours
This material is resistant to and Mixed Viscosity 2,200 cps
prevents the entry of water, lubricants,
PACKAGING/YIELD
coolants and other fluids into the joint.
It is also tough and puncture resistant, 2 Gal. Kit = .25 cu. ft. (432 cu. in.)
JOINT FILLER V-100 (1/2" x 1/2" groove up to 144 linear ft.)
effectively keeping chips and other

paddle and pre-measured containers PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

of resin and hardener. To use, pour the
hardener into the resin and mix 3 to 4 Compressive Strength
minutes until a uniform color appears. (ASTM D-695) 19,000 psi
Tensile Strength
PLACEMENT TIME & CURE TIME (ASTM D-638) 4,500 psi
The placement time (the time you Flexural Strength
have to pour before it sets) of Hi-Temp (ASTM D-790) 9,200 psi
V-100 Epoxy Grout will vary with Mixed Viscosity
ambient temperatures. The average
placement time at 77 F will be 30-40 (ASTM D-2393) 13,000 cps
minutes. In cooler weather you will have Heat Deflection Temperature
more time to pour material, and in hotter (ASTM D-648) 266 F
weather you will have less time. Cure Maximum Service Temperature
time (the time before the grout is strong 325 F
enough for use) will also depend on the Hardness (Shore D) 90
air temperature and the temperature of Gel Time @ 72 F 40-50 mins.
the floor and machinery being grouted.
The average cure time from the last pour Creep Test (ASTM C-1181)
HI-TEMP V-100 600 psi @ 150 F
to machinery start up will be 24 hours cured 24 hours 1.62 x 103 in./in.
A two-component, 100% solids, ep- at 70 F. In cool weather the grout will Typical Pour Depth 1/4 in. - 1/2 in.
oxy resin system specifically designed cure and develop strength more slowly (Multiple layers may be
where higher mechanical strength and than in hot weather. Temperature of the used for thicker pours.)
high temperature stability over regular foundation concrete should be taken
epoxy grouts is required. into consideration along with the air
Hi-Temp V-100 is resistant to most temperature when calculating the cure PACKAGING/YIELD
fuels, oils, water, and attack by acids time needed. 21# Kit = .20 cu. ft. (345 cu. in.)
and caustic solutions, making it ideal 47# Kit = .45 cu. ft. (776 cu. in.)
for marine or power plant applications. Physical properties shown are the result of independent labora-
tory testing performed per industry recognized test procedures.
Laboratory properties aid in determining suitability of the product
PACKAGING for the intended application. Field test results may vary due to Consult the specific Material Safety Data Sheets
procedures or ambient conditions such as temperature and (MSDS) for all safety data.
This epoxy grout product is conve- humidity. Laboratory reports are available on request.
niently packaged in kits with a mixing

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XTRA-TEMP V-100 EPOXY GROUT

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Compressive Strength
(ASTM D-695) 20,000 psi
Tensile Strength
(ASTM D-648) 5,500 psi
Flexural Strength
(ASTM D-790) 7,900 psi
Mixed Viscosity
(ASTM D-2393) 7,000 cps
Heat Deflection Temperature
(ASTM D-648) 320 F
Maximum Service Temperature 425 F
Hardness (Shore D)
(ASTM D-2240) 90
Creep Test (ASTM C-1181)
600 psi @ 150 F cured 24 hours 1.01 x 103 in./in.
Typical Pour Depth 1/4 in. - 1/2 in.
(Multiple layers may be used for thicker pours)
XTRA-TEMP V-100
CURE CYCLE
A two-component, 100% solids, ep-
oxy resin system specifically designed (To Develop Ultimate Properties)
Heat for 8 hrs. @ 75 F
for applications where mechanical
Heat for 4 hrs. @ 200 F
strength and very high temperature sta-
Heat for 4 hrs. @ 400 F
bility are required. This grout is resistant
to most fuels, oils, water, and attack by
acids or caustic solutions.
This product is conveniently pack-
aged in kits containing pre-measured APPLICATION
amounts of resin, hardener and a mixing CHARACTERISTICS
paddle. It is also available in bulk, with Characteristic Part A Part B Part A/B
the base resin packaged in 55 gallon
Color Tan Blue Green
drums and the hardener packaged in 5
Density
gallon pails.
lbs./gal. 14.5 7.8 13.8
The placement time (the time you
(Kg./l) (1.737) (0.935) (1.654)
have to pour before it sets) will vary with
Mixing Ratio
ambient temperatures. The placement Parts by:
time at 77 F will be 50-60 minutes. In
Weight 15 1
cool weather you will have more time
Volume 8 1
to pour material and in hot weather you
Placement Time @ 77 F
will have less time.
50 minutes in a 5 lb. mass
Cure time (the time it takes before Peak Exothermic Temperature
the grout develops its ultimate physi- 170 F in a 5 lb. mass Physical properties shown are the result of independent labora-
cal properties) is also dependent on tory testing performed per industry recognized test procedures.
Laboratory properties aid in determining suitability of the product
ambient temperatures and service for the intended application. Field test results may vary due to
temperature. With the recommended procedures or ambient conditions such as temperature and
humidity. Laboratory reports are available on request.
cure temperature the machinery start
up may be in 24 hours. The grout may
also be cured for 7 days at ambient tem- PACKAGING/YIELD
peratures with the service temperature 20# Kit = .19 cu. ft. (330 cu. in.) Consult the specific Material Safety Data Sheets
providing the heat for the final cure. 44# Kit = .43 cu. ft. (735 cu. in.) (MSDS) for all safety data.

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ADHESIVE V-100 EPOXY GROUT
lOW-TEMP V-100 EPOXY GROUT

ADHESIVE V-100
A two-component, 100% solids, PLACEMENT TIME
epoxy resin system. This versatile,
easy-to-handle adhesive has a paste-
like consistency, short cure time and material (the time you have before 14 fl oz 1 hour @ 77 F
bonds to most surfaces.
Adhesive V-100 is ideal for:
Bonding steel plates to concrete
Bonding of wood
Bonding of plastic
Bonding of ceramic tiles
Bonding of fiberglass
Industrial filling or patching below 70 F, as well as the temperature
of the surfaces on which the adhesive
Vertical and overhead surfaces is being applied, will affect cure time.
Prewarming the parts or surfaces will
PACKAGING
accelerate the cure time, but do not heat
Adhesive V-100 is packaged in a the surfaces above 100 F.
convenient kit consisting of one gallon PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
of resin and one gallon of hardener. To
use, simply mix a portion of the resin and
the hardener at a 1:1 ratio-by-volume Compressive Strength
in a separate container. Be sure to (ASTM D-695) 14,000 psi
use separate trowels for the resin and Tensile Strength
hardener. Mix thoroughly and apply. Do (ASTM D-638) 5,200 psi
not mix both containers together unless
you are using all of the adhesive in one Flexural Strength
(ASTM D-790) 11,000 psi
application within the allowed work
life. Containers with unmixed material Tensile Shear Strength
can be resealed for future use. Mixed (ASTM D-1002) 2,400 psi
adhesive cannot be resealed for future
Heat Deflection Temperature
use. (ASTM D-648) 147 F
Hardness (Shore D) 90
The placement time of this adhesive Gel Time (ASTM D-2471)
it sets) will vary according to the air 1/16" film 2 hours @ 77 F
temperature. Average placement time
at 70 F is approximately 45 minutes Recommended
for one (1) pint of mixed material. In Thickness 1/32 in. to 1/4 in.
cooler weather you have more time to
work with the material. In hot weather
you have less time. PACKAGING/YIELD
24.5# Kit = .26 cu. ft. (450 cu. in.)
CURE TIME
The average cure time at 70 F will Consult the specific Material Safety Data Sheets
be 4-5 hours. Air temperature above and (MSDS) for all safety data.

LOW-TEMP V-100 pears, usually 2-3 minutes. Pour this PHYSICAL PROPERTIES (CON'T)
material immediately after mixing; work
A two-component (resin and hard- Linear Shrinkage
life is much shorter than with standard
ener), 100% solids, solvent free, epoxy (ASTM D-2566) 0.00021in./in. @ 40 F
epoxy. For questions on specific applica-
resin system designed to be poured Hardness (Shore D)
tions please contact Unisorb Engineer-
when air temperatures are between 25 (ASTM D-2240) 95
ing.
F and 65 F. This makes this an ideal Mixed Viscosity
grout for use in cold climates where PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
(ASTM D-2393) 20,000 cps @ 40 F
outdoor pours are required. Optimum Compressive Strength Gel Time 120 min. @ 40 F
pouring range is 45-55 F which al- (ASTM D-695) 9,500 psi @ 40 F Work Time 30 min. @ 40 F
lows for best worklife and installation. 18,700 psi @ 72 F
Creep Test (ASTM C-1181)
Low-Temp V-100 must be stored at, or Tensile Strength 600 psi @ 150 F
warmed to, 45-65 F. Do not use Low- (ASTM D-638) 6,100 psi cured 24 hours 1.76 x 10-2 in./in.
Temp V-100 at temperatures above 65 Flexural Strength Typical Pour Depth 1/2 in. - 2 in.
F; the worklife is too short and cracking (ASTM D-790) 10,500 psi
may result. Heat Deflection Temperature PACKAGING/YIELD
(ASTM D-648) 153 F
To use, pour the hardener into the 23# Kit = .22 cu. ft. (380 cu. in.)
Maximum Service
resin and mix until a uniform color ap- Temperature 200 F 50# Kit = .47 cu. ft. (812 cu. in.)

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BASIC APPlICATION TECHNIQUES (EPOXY)

These are the basic application METAL SURFACE PREPARATION forms should be placed between 2-6"
techniques to follow when using most away from the perimeter of the machine
Base plates or sole plates to be
UNISORB Epoxy grouting products. base to allow for the air to escape and
grouted should be sanded or blasted to
Refer to the specific Product Data sheet to provide for a grout shoulder around
a bare metal condition. If it is impossible
and instructions on the label for informa- the base plate.
to grout within 8 hours of sandblasting,
tion relevant to the product being used.
the surface should be primed with a
high-quality epoxy primer. PREPARATION OF EPOXY GROUT
CONCRETE SURFACE
Store the material between 70-80F.
PREPARATION
FORMING Do not mix until ready to pour. For pot life
Remove all oil, grease and con- information consult the specific Product
tamination from concrete. Remove loose If not already recessed, dam the Data sheet. Generally, two people work-
and weak concrete from the foundation grout area and carefully seal the forms. ing with the grout (one mixing and one
surfaces by chipping down to sound A heavy body caulking compound such pouring) is the best procedure.
aggregate. Light sandblasting or acid as RTV Silicone should be used to
etching may be sufficient but must be provide a watertight condition, and for TWO PART EPOXY
completely neutralized before grouting. easy removal after the grout has set up.
When ready to mix the grout, first
The concrete must be dry and have no Install the dam high enough to allow the
thoroughly pre-mix the resin. While stir-
water in anchor bolt holes. grout to build at least a 2" head. The
ring the resin, slowly add the hardener.
To prevent splashing, pour in a steady
stream approximately 6" high. Mixing
time should be about 2-4 minutes,
depending on kit size. Be sure to mix
completely around the pail perimeter,
APPLICATION TECHNIQUES FOR EPOXY GROUTING moving the stirrer up and down and at a
slight angle until a uniform color appears
with no streaks. A jiffy mixer, or similar
1 2 stirrer in a variable speed drill works
best for most epoxy grouting materials.
Stirrer blades must be long enough to
HINE touch the bottom of the pail.
MAC SE
BA
THREE PART EPOXY
The three part formula contains a
resin, a hardener and a grout filler. When
ready to mix the grout, pour the resin
in a drum of at least 10 gallon capacity.
LEVEL MACHINE WITH DAM PERIMETER LEAVING
1/4" - 3/4" CLEARANCE ADEQUATE VENTING Using a jiffy mixer or a variable speed
drill, thoroughly mix the hardener into
the resin. Slowly add the two bags of
3 4 aggregate filler so that all surfaces
become wet as it is mixed. Continue
to mix until there are no dry streaks. A
mortar mixer may be used, but do not
use a rotating drum-type. Do not add
water.

POUR UNDER MACHINE

MIX GROUT (2-3 MINUTES) AND LET HARDEN (cont.)

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