PRODUCTS
USES
BITUMAT
ROOFGARD is designed to waterproof and protect
built-up roofs, metal roofs, modified bitumen
roofs, exterior foundation walls, concrete decks
and walls, valley gutters, etc.
BITUMAT ROOFGARD can be used to restore and
waterproof either existing roofs or new cold
applied roofs. Roofgard can withstand only
normal structural or thermal expansion and
contraction.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
- BITUMAT ROOFGARD has the ability to resist
oxidation, high heat and ultraviolet light.
- The special chemical additives allow the
product to penetrate existing surfaces and
form a durable bond resistant to peeling and
separation.
- Flexible and pliable. Can withstand normal
roof stresses, expansion and contraction.
- Prolongs the life of both old and new
roofs.
- Waterproofs existing roofs economically.
- Single component and cold applied,
minimizing labour costs.
APPLICATION
The surface must be thoroughly cleaned and
should be free from dirt, debris, loose gravel,
scale, etc. It should also be dry. If the
surface is brittle asphalt , prime with
BITUMAT BITUPRIME and allow to cure to tack
free. Repair all blisters, cracks, splits,
torn-up flashing or any other defects prior to
coating. Apply with roofing brush, squeegee, or
airless spray equipment at the recommended
coverage rates.
Used for application in conjunction with
membrane as Built-up-roofing or capsheet.
DESCRIPTION
BITUMAT
ROOFGARD is a high quality, cold applied,
fibrated waterproofing coating formulated with
select ductile bitumen, blended with pure
petroleum solvents and compounded with
reinforcing fibers, gelling agents, mineral
stabilizers and a special adhesion additive.
CLEANING
Tools
: Clean with kerosene
Hands : Use a hand cleaner or kerosene followed
by soap and water.
COVERAGE RATES
|
Smooth
surface asphalt
|
0.80
- 1 .20 L/M2
|
|
Gravel
covered asphalt
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1
.60 - 2.50 L/M2
|
|
Metal
surfaces
|
0.40
- 0.60 L/M2
|
|
Concrete
|
0.60
- 0.80 L/M2
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STANDARDS
Complies
with ASTM D4479, Type II.
PACKING
20-litre pails and 200-litre drums.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Contains petroleum distillate; flammable;
keep away from open fire, sparks or other
ignition sources. Wear protective clothing,
gloves and goggles.
1 . Fire - Flammable when wet, flash point 40
°C.
2. Skin - Avoid repeated or prolonged contact;
if contact occurs remove with hand cleaner that
removes oil or grease; then clean with soap and
water.
3. Eyes-Contact could cause irritation. If
contact occurs flush with clean water.
4. Inhalation - Can cause
dizziness. Remove to fresh air and if breathing
difficulty persist administer oxygen.
TECHNICAL
DATA - ROOFGARD
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Property
|
Result
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Test
Method
|
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Density
at 250C., Kg/Ltr.
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0.98
- 1.03
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ASTM
D 70
|
|
Viscosity
at 250. cps
|
12,000
- 100,000
depending on grade
|
Brookfield
|
|
Dry
film thickness, 1 liter/M2, mm
|
0.46
|
-
|
|
Drying
time, to touch at 25 0 C, Hr.
|
4
|
-
|
|
Drying
time, through, at 250, Hr.
|
48
|
-
|
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Colour
|
Black
|
-
|
|
Cold
temperature pliability at 0 0C
|
No
cracking or chipping
|
ASTM
D 4479
|
|
Resistance
to heat at 60 0C
|
No
sagging greater than 6mm or blistering
|
ASTM
D 4479
|
|
Adhesion
to wet surface
|
Excellent
|
ASTM
D 3409
|
|
Adhesion
to dry surfaces
|
Excellent
|
ASTM
D 3409
|
|
Resistance
to sunlight (UV)
(Weather-O-Meter, 2000 Hrs.
|
No
erosion,
cracking or peeling
|
ASTM
G 53
|
|
Resistance
to mild acids and alkalies
|
Good
|
Immersion
|
|
Service
temperature, 0C
|
0
to 90
|
-
|
|
Resistance
to solvents
|
Poor
|
-
|
|
Non-volatile,
% Wt.
|
65
- 70
|
ASTM
D 4479
|
|
Volatile,
% Wt.
|
30
- 35
|
ASTM
D 4479
|
|
Bitumen
content, % Wt.
|
51
- 58
|
ATM
D 4
|
|
Mineral
stabilizers and fibers, % Wt.
|
12
- 14
|
ASTM
D 4479
|
|
Special
Additives, % Wt.
|
0.8
|
25
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*
Available in two grades, summer and winter.
Specify winter grade for application at 25 0C
or below and for spray application; summer grade
at temperature greater than 250 C.
PRODUCTS
The
information given in this Technical Sheet is to
the best of our knowledge based on laboratory
tests and practical experience. However, as the
product is often used under conditions beyond
our control, we cannot guarantee but the product
itself.
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