technical data sheet

                AQUASHIELD SB40

                     High Performance Penetrating Invisible, Breathable,

                                Hyrdrophobic Concrete Sealer



DESCRIPTION

                                                                PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

Bostik Aquashield SB40 is a protective water-resistant

sealer to protect and treat masonry and cementitious

structures for the prevention of water absorption. Used in       TEST                        RESULT

conjunction with both Paveseal SB and Paveseal SB                Colour                      Clear, colourless liquid

Textured to form a complete concrete protection system           Finish                      Invisible penetrating film

that is highly penetrative to form an invisible, breathable      Volume Solids               Approx 40%

impregnating sealer.                                             Specific Gravity            0.80 kg/litre

                                                                 Recoat Time                 2 hours at 20°C

Aquashield SB40 impregnates concrete to protect from             Pot Life                    Indefinite (dries by solvent

ingress of salts, chlorides. It protects reinforced concrete                                 evaporation)

from waterborne chloride ions making it an ideal protective

                                                                 Full Cure                   24hrs at 20°C

surface treatment.

                                                                 Resistant to chloride       > 92%

                                                                 ion penetration

Aquashield S40 is designed to impregnate the concrete

                                                                 Resistant to water          > 85%

surface and permanently bond to the molecular structure of

                                                                 absorption

the concrete, thus changing its absorption characteristics.



                                                                PACKAGING

RECOMMENDED USES

                                                                Aquashield SB40 is available in 4 Litre pails, 20 Litre pails,

�   Protect and treat masonry and cementitious structures

                                                                200 Litres in Drums.

    from ingress of water and chemicals.

�   Used as a primer for Paveseal SB.

                                                                COVERAGE

�   Protection of reinforced concrete.

                                                                5 square meters per 1 litre depending on surface porosity.

�   Prevention and minimising of rising damp in

                                                                Overcoating time 2 hours at 20°C.

    basements or below level floors and walls.

                                                                2 flood coats are recommended for a minimum effective

�   Sealer for all masonry, concrete, timber surfaces.

                                                                treatment.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

                                                                APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

�   Non staining liquid

                                                                Surface Preparation

�   Allows surfaces to breath

                                                                All surfaces should be dry and free from contamination

�   Reduces salt and water intrusion by up to 90%

                                                                such as oil, grease, loose particles, decayed matter, moss,

�   Penetrates into porous surfaces                             algae growth, laitance and all traces of mould release oils

�   Prevents corrosion of reinforcement bars                    and curing compounds. This is best achieved by lightly grit

�   Prevents dampness inside buildings, prevents rising         blasting the surface. Where moss, algae or similar growths

    damp.                                                       have occurred, treatment with a propriety biocide should be

�   Colourless and clear                                        carried out after the grit-blasting process surface has been

�   Repels Water                                                obtained. Cleaning by water method is also effective,

�   Able to minimise eliminates efflorescence, alkali, silica   surface cleaned should be allowed to stand for min 24hrs

    reactions and freeze thaw problems.                         prior to application of Aquashield SB40

�   Breathable, will not trap moisture.

�   Suitable for indoor and outdoor (UV stable)                 MIXING

�   Reduces mould and moss growths.                             Use straight from the container, no mixing required.

�   Seals cracks up to 3mm reducing water ingress.              DO NOT DILUTE WITH SOLVENTS.

�   Allows water vapour to escape from structure.

�   Australian Made









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PLACING                                                                           Safety Data Sheet.

Aquashield SB40 should be applied in two flood coats until

                                                      2

                                                                             CLEAN-UP

the recommended total application rate of 0.2 litres/m

(5sqm per litre) has been achieved. Aquashield SB40                          Clean all tools and equipment with Bostik Solvent 9907

maybe applied by brush, roller or spray application.

Aquashield SB40 should be allowed to dry for a minimum                       STORAGE

of 2 hours (at 20°C) before continuing with re-coating.                      Store between 10°C and 30°C. Shelf life is 1 year in

                                                                             original unopened container.

PRECAUTION                                                                   Keep away from sources of heat and naked flames.

�    Not designed as a waterproofing compound.

                                                                             FIRE

�    Do not thin or dilute

�    Do not apply on damp or wet surfaces.                                   Aquashield SB40 is Flammable.

�    Not abrasive resistant



P.A.T.S (Pretested Adhesion To Substrate)

                                                                             ITEM NO.                             STOCK SIZE

Programme

                                                                             289426 Aquashield SB40               4 Litre                   Clear

Bostik offer a service in which a program has been

                                                                             292443 Aquashield SB40               20 Litre                  Clear

established to eliminate potential field problems by pre-

                                                                             292990 Aquashield SB40               200 Litre                 Clear

testing Bostik adhesives with samples of building materials

to which the adhesive will be applied. This service is

available on large projects where pre-application testing

will aid in determining the proper surface preparation

method to achieve optimum adhesion. Consult a Bostik

representative for further information.



HEALTH AND SAFETY

�    Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking

�    Avoid contact with eyes and skin, avoid breathing

     vapours.

�    Do not empty into drains.



First Aid

If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poison Information

Centre. If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass

of water. On contact with eyes, rinse immediately with

water.



Risks

May cause lung damage if swallowed, irritating to eyes,

respiratory system and skin.



Spills/Leaks

Restrict access to spillage area. Provide adequate

protective equipment and ventilation. Remove source of

ignition. Prevent material from entering sewers and

confined spaces. If possible cover liquid with earth, sand or

absorbent material which does not react with spilled

material.

The representations and recommendations regarding the products are based on tests which we believe to be reliable. However, no guarantee

of their accuracy can be made because of the great range of field conditions and variations encountered in raw materials, manufacturing

equipment and methods. Thus, the products are sold with a limited warranty only, and on the condition that purchasers will make their own

tests to determine the suitability of the product for their particular purposes. Under no circumstances will Bostik Findley Australia Pty Ltd be

liable to anyone except for replacement of the products or refund of the purchase price.



    ALL SALES ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE OF BOSTIK FINDLEY AUSTRALIA PTY LTD





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                                                                                                                           Product:       Aquashield SB40

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                                                                                                                           Issue Date:     5 February 2003

                       Phone: 02 8825 3488      Phone: 08 8244 0511     Phone: 08 9331 7666     Phone: 07 3265 2377        Issue No:       1

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