Polyfusion System features
Polyfusion has been specifically designed to provide a tough long lasting, fusion bonded coating on concrete and other porous surfaces. It is based on an alloy of acid modified polyolefins.
Chemical & Physical Characteristics
- Resistance to penetration of liquids (anti-osmotic characteristics);
- Enhanced smooth fluidity;
- Excellent resistance to chemicals (acids, alkali, solvents *(1) );
- Excellent resistance to adverse weather conditions;
- Outstanding UV protection;
- Excellent behaviour in case of fire (material that would not easily catch fire);
- Stain resistance, there are no pores for calcium, rust or other staining agents to grab or imbed into;
- Anti-bacterial properties (special formulations).
*(1) Contact IBIX ® for specific chemical resistance requirements.
Mechanical Properties
- Excellent Adhesion;
- Abrasion-resistance (Taber ASTM 60mg/500g);
- Remarkable elastic properties (elongation at break: 500%);
- Excellent resistance to blistering, chalking, peeling, cracking and other signs of deterioration in normal use;
- Excellent flexibility, even at very cold temperatures;
- Resistance to cold (-50°C).
Appearance and Technical Characteristics
- Smooth, durable and long-lasting coating;
- Antislip version available;
- Colour and pattern uniformity which will last for many years to come;
- Easy to repair if accidentally damaged (Thermoplastic);
- Eco Friendly;
- No porosity.
Application Method
Polyfusion is commonly applied through flame spraying prior application of the epoxy primer Polyres N using special coating applicators developed by IBIX, such as HERCULES manual or semi-automatic.
Application Procedure – in brief
- Removal of existing coating;
- Surface Preparation:
- Inspect the surface for any delamination or hollow spots. If hollow spots are found they must be chopped out and repaired using appropriate repairing material;
- Sand and/or smooth existing surface to a flat finish with a sanding disc and/or a cement-based product.
- Blast/acid wash to clean the surface;
- Coat the concrete surface with the sealing bi-component primer Polyres N and wait until it dries;
- Apply a second layer of Polyres N and wait until it reaches a “tacky” status (it should not be too dry nor too wet, sticky but without leaving any residues at the touch.)
- Apply Polyfusion System through IBIX flame spray system.
Colours
Check out all the standard colours available for Polyfusion.
Test results and certifications
- Anti-slip Certification according to DIN 51130 - test results:
- POLYFUSION smooth version: R9
- POLYFUSION anti-slip version R12
- Drinking Water and Food contact approval, in the following Countries:
- ITALY
- SWITZERLAND
- FRANCE (awaiting approval)
- CONCRETE: Pull-Off Test:
- At 500 µ: 5,71 Mpa, GLUE FAILURE
- At 1000 µ: 5,80 Mpa, GLUE FAILURE
- Certification according to EN 13813 “Screed material and floor screeds“.
- Approved for contact with alcohol and wine.
Typical Uses
For protection of concrete surfaces (tanks, floorings, industrial) where chemical protection, durability and speed of application are paramount.
