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ACID RESISTANT RUBBER LINING & LIQUID COATINGS

TECHVISION INDUSTRIES

INTRODUCTION
Tech Vision Industries (Techvision) was established in 1987 and it is one of the leading rubber products manufacturers in Pakistan with office in Faisalabad. Techvision is a well recognized and fast growing organization promoted by highly experienced and professionally qualified promoters. Its four-fold success in recent times highlighted the mass acceptance of its quality products and services. Besides its nation wide direct marketing to prominent industries/end users, Techvision has sophisticated in-house facilities for products analysis and development. Techvision is a premier manufacturer of high quality products of rubber. Techvision serves include some of the largest and most prestigious names in global business. The issues they face are complex, divers, rapidly changes, technical problems, constantly evolving and time period. Techvision matches that size and complexity with its new global industries and clients program services delivery model that harnesses the strength of our resources and orchestrates the deployment of our best people, solution and technologies so that clients can benefits from solutions that are tailored to their needs/specifications.

Techvision has also distinguished itself by defining a set of core values that guides the actions of the organizations leaders and professionals. These values stress behaviors such as open and honest communication, responsive leadership, creativity and integrity. They apply to every Techvisions performance management process. Techvision has also distinguished itself by defining a set of core values that guides the actions of the organizations leaders and professionals. These values stress behaviors such as open and honest communication, responsive leadership, creativity and integrity. They apply to every Techvisions performance management process.

Rubber Introduction
Types of Rubber
1-Latex

2-Synthetic

Latex
Latex is often described as the sap of the Hevea tree. This is not an accurate description. The sap runs deeper inside the tree, beneath the cambium. Latex runs in the latex ducts which are in a layer immediately outside the cambium. This highlights the skill of the tapper. If the cambium is cut, then the tree is damaged, because the cambium is where all the growth takes place. Too much damage to the cambium, and the tree stops growing and stops making latex. Where Does Natural Rubber Come From? Commercial natural rubber exports originate in: 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. Thailand (1 635 000) t Indonesia (1 324 000) t Malaysia (777 000) t Sri Lanka (68 000) t Commercial natural rubber latex exports originate in: Thailand (168 000) t Indonesia (26 000) t Malaysia (109 000) t Sri Lanka (3 000) t

Natural Rubber As Corrosion Resistant Material Soft Natural Rubber


SNR is an uncured, soft three ply rubber sheet lining. The lining consists of a soft ply bonded to the substrate, a semi-hard center ply, and a soft natural outer ply.

Hard Natural Rubber


HNR is an uncured, flexible, hard rubber sheet lining. It is a high grade, duplex rubber sheet lining consisting of a flexible ebonite semi-hard rubber layer backed with a thin layer of soft gum rubber. HSR is the same lining except that it is specifically formulated for chlorine service

Application
Soft Natural Rubber is used as a general purpose lining material for resistance to chemical agents and abrasion. It is generally resistant to alkalis, numerous acidic and organic chemicals and inorganic salts, and is used for lining equipment such as steel tanks, agitated vessels, agitators and related process equipment. When resistance to a combination of high temperature conditions and abrasive situations is required, SNR proves to be quite useful.

Hard Natural Rubbers are used as a lining material when resistance to a wide variety of corrosive materials at continuous elevated temperatures is required. HNR resists the low concentration, high temperature conditions generally found in water treatment facilities and other chemical environments including pickling solutions and strong acids at high temperatures.

Advantages
Soft Natural Rubber: The multiple ply construction of SNR offers the advantages of the combined physical properties that are found in both hard and soft rubbers. The soft face ply provides excellent abrasion and impact resistance, the semi-hard center ply provides maximum chemical resistance, and the soft backing ply provides maximum flexibility and adhesion to the substrate. Hard Natural Rubber The outer layer of HNR provide the outstanding corrosion resistance to a variety of corrosive materials at continuous elevated temperatures typical of the chemical resistant qualities of hard rubber. The inner layer that is bonded to the substrate is a flexible semihard rubber which resists temperature variations that can cause hard rubber linings to crack. Since HNR are applied while in the soft uncured state, they readily conform to curved surfaces and can be applied to a wide variety of complex equipment. HNR has been specially formulated for service as a corrosion resistant tank lining for use in chlorine service. When properly applied and steam cured both linings exhibit excellent adhesion bond strength. On blasted steel the 90 C peel-pull adhesion is in excess of 25 pounds per linear inch in accordance with ASTM D903.

Service Temperature
The maximum recommended operating temperature for SNR & HNR is 200 F (93C). At elevated temperatures rubber linings may harden and age prematurely, resulting in cracks and failure. It is sometimes desirable to provide thermal insulation, thereby increasing the service life of the lining. Corrosion resistant brick sheathing joined with one of the Electro Chemical corrosion resistant cements is used in conjunction with NR Linings when excessive temperatures are present.

Chemical Resistance
The information listed may be considered as a basis for recommendation, but not as a guarantee, unless sold and installed by Techvision Industries. Reference is gained from Electro Chemical Engineering & Manufacturer.

Electro Chemical Duro-Bond Rubber Linings

Chemical
Hydrochloric Acid Nitric Acid, 5% Nitric Acid, 10% Nitric Acid, 25% Nitric Acid, 40% Sodium Hydroxide, 25% Sodium Hypochlorite Sulfuric Acid, 5% Sulfuric Acid, 25% Sulfuric Acid, 50% Sulfuric Acid, 75% Statics referred by :
750 Broad Street P.O. Box 1107 Emmaus, Pa 18049 Port Allen, LA 70767 Phone: 610-965-9061 Phone: 225-336-0202 FAX: 610-965-2595

Remarks

Temp (F)
200 NR NR NR NR 200

pH over 9

NR 185 175 150 NR

Electro Chemical Engineering & Manufacturing Co. Electro Chemical Engineering & Manufacturing Co.

Physical Properties
SNR HNR HHNR

Specific Gravity Tensile Strength (minimum psi) Elongation (maximum) Hardness Shore "A" (after cure) Water Absorption (max by volume) (immersion for 96 hrs.@ 212 F) Color Thickness Abrasion Rsistance

1.1 750 100 65+5 15%


Black

1.14 1500 10%. 85 5 15%


Black

1.34 1400 10% 90 5 15%


Black

3/16,1/4,3/8 1/8", 3/16", 1/4 1/8", 3/16", 1/4

Excellent Excellent Excellent

Application
The installation of SNR, HNR, HHNR sheet linings is described in the following steps: 1. The metal surfaces are sand or grit blasted to a gray-white metal. 2. One coat of primer is applied immediately after blasting metal to prevent rusting. Additional coats of primer are applied, if necessary. 3. The required coats of intermediate or tie cement are applied allowing sufficient drying time so that the coat being applied does not lift the preceding coat. 4. Edges of all sheets are skived at an angle from the top surface to the bottom of the sheet. A closed skive construction commonly known as a down skive is used. 5. The sheet is wiped with the recommended solvent and allowed to dry before application. The sheet is then applied using the minimum number of seams consistent with good lining practice. Edges should overlap approximately 2" unless restricted by dimensional tolerances. During application, sheets are rolled and all seams and corners carefully stitched to eliminate all trapped air between lining and cemented surfaces. 6. Steam is required to vulcanize all natural rubber linings to produce the required physical and chemical properties and adhesion to the metal substrate.

Method of Testing & Repair Procedures


M ethod of Testing
All lined surfaces are inspected for blisters, lifted edges and surface defects. Any special dimensional tolerances required after lining are also checked. All areas are spark tested for leaks using a dielectric spark tester adjusted to 5,000 volts. The tester is moved constantly and quickly over the lining surface to prevent a burn through.

Repair Procedures
Most defects will be blisters between lining and substrate, blow holes where the lining is actually ruptured, small cracks in the lining or physical damage which may result in a scuffed or broken lining. If a defect occurs, the defective lining is removed to a point where firm adhesion to the substrate is found, a suitable repair made with the same or equivalent lining material usually using a chemical cure method and subsequently testing the repaired areas as described in "Method of Testing".

Note
The data provided herein falls within the normal range of product properties, but they should not be used to establish specification limits nor used alone as the basis of design. Techvision Industries assumes no obligation or liability for any advice furnished by it or for results obtained with respect to these products. All such data and advice is provided gratis and Buyer assumes sole responsibility for results obtained in reliance thereon.

Synthetic Rubber Lining


Neoprene Rubber
Introduction:

Commercial types of Neoprene rubber undergo changes on storage. From a practical stand point these changes result in a reduction of processibility, an increase in rate of cure, a reduction in processing safety and changes in plasticity. The effects vary considerably from one Neoprene type to another and among the general purpose types, Neoprene W has by far the least tendency to change on storage. The changes are the result of chemical reactions, and therefore are influenced markedly by the temperature of storage, elevated temperatures accelerating the phenomenon and reduced temperatures retarding them. Oxidation plays a major role in the changes that are observed to accompany the extended ageing of raw uncompounded Neoprene. Two types of oxidation occur; chain scission and creation of additional centers of reactivity. Chain scission reduces the average polymer chain length and results in a softer polymer, having a low potentiality for the development of tensile strength. In the raw polymer, the creation of additional centers of reactivity induces the formation of additional crosslinks with a consequent increase in nerve and toughness. In compounded stock, such increased number of reactive centers due to oxidation, accelerates curing at both processing and curing temperatures.

Synthetic Rubber
Hypalon Rubbers
This elastomer is manufactured by DuPont de Nemours and Co. Inc., Wilmington, DE,USA. This has outstanding resistance to ozone and generally is more resistant to acids than Neoprenes. It is attacked by esters and ketones. It is applied in tanks which handle corrosive sodium hypochlorite and in drying towers in caustic soda plants, where sulfuric acid is handled and in electroplating service, where chromic acid is used. The temperature range where this rubber can be used is 5 C to 125 C. The chemical name for Hypalon is chlorosulfonated polyethylene and it has excellent resistance to heat, ozone and oxidising chemicals and has good abrasion resistance. It can be compounded for outstanding resistance to oxidising chemicals, such as sodium hypochlorite solutions in sulfuric acid saturated with chlorine and concentrated phosphoric acid. It is one of the few synthetic rubbers that can be mixed in any colour without loss in mechanical properties. The uncured Hypalon compound behaves much like a thermoplastic resin. It is tough and nervy at room temperature, but its viscosity is reduced rapidly as it is warmed by working on a two roll mill. By contrast Neoprene is not as tough as Hypalon at lower temperature.

Synthetic Rubber

Butyl rubber
Butyl rubber was developed by the research department of Standard Oil Company [4], New Jersey in the 1930s which later became a constituent of the Exxon Corporation. Butyl rubbers are copolymers of isobutylene and isoprene. Like natural rubber, butyl rubber too does not break down on mastication or during the normal mixing process. Butyl rubber like Hypalon, Neoprene or nitrile rubber is a speciality polymer which can be compounded for a soft, deformable elastic vulcanisate similar to the other elastomers, but having certain distinctive characteristics, like low permeability to all gases and resistance to ageing and ozone cracking. Butyl has poor oil resistance and medium low temperature flexibility. Butyl vulcanisates are not serviceable in continuous contacts with hydrocarbon oils and solvents as swelling is more. Butyl is resistant to vegetable and animal oils. Strong acids and bases do not attack butyl neither do strong oxidising agents or reducing solutions. Concentrated nitric acid or sulfuric acid however, cause degradation to a level less than natural or Neoprene rubbers

Synthetic Rubber
Butyl rubber is used in specialty application such as reservoir or canal linings, tank linings, pharmaceuticals and sealing caulks. The low unsaturation and low permeability of the rubber molecule contribute to the chemical inertness of the butyl rubber. In many cases of scrubber lining in situ self-curing butyl rubber linings are used which is curable in 15 to 20 days time at atmospheric temperature. In some other cases prevulcanised butyl or bromobutyl rubber sheets are applied using contact adhesives based on isocynates. The tie coat between the bonding adhesive and the lining is made from CIIR that has good compatibility with the lining and the bonding agent and good adhesion strength. Butyls or halobutyls meet the following rubber lining functions in scrubbers such as: Low diffusion and permeation Resistance to acids and salts High abrasion resistance Thermal resistance at a maximum temperatures of 90 C Oxidation resistance Low ageing Ease of application

Synthetic Rubber

EPDM Rubber
EPDM rubbers are amorphous polymers. Like any other non crystallising polymericmaterials, In general special physical properties of high values are not required in the case of EPDM rubber compounds since their application areas are critical chemical and acid environments and water and gas systems. EPDM rubbers have high esteem in process industries handling nitric acid and chromic acid corrosive environment in high concentration at around 50% in application such as electroplating industry. Another variety of oil extended EPDM is available in the market.

Selecting Elastomeric Linings For Storage Tanks


conventional carbon steel and other alloy materials used for pressure vessels and processing and storage tanks, frequently require linings that protect the metal against attack from corrosive solutions. When barriers to protect these vessels are being considered, natural and synthetic rubber linings are frequently chosen. Elastomeric material formulations can be tailored for practically every process and storage situation and survive in service for 20 yr or longer. This article describes the material properties of elastomeric lining materials and the criteria that should be used in specifying them. Lining Materials - The vast array of lining materials can be organized in two basic categories: permanent and temporary. The characteristic that sets one category apart from the other is the curing level of the material before application. Temporary linings are made from prevulcanized (completely cured) loose materials that are considered only temporary solutions to corrosive problems. They cannot be considered a permanent solution because the slightest pinhole leak in the lining permits fluids to migrate between the lining and the tank wall. Permanent linings are properly applied uncured with adhesives and then vulcanized by heat so that they are tightly bonded and are in intimate, total contact with the tank's metal surface. Before vulcanization the lining is soft, pliable, and easily applied to the areas requiring protection. During vulcanization the rubber is cured to its final state, either soft or hard depending on the compound, to achieve its full physical and chemical resistance properties

The physical makeup of lining materials is also a factor in achieving barrier protection. Each lining is made from numerous plies so that an imperfection or void in one ply does not affect the continuity of the final sheet. In the manufacture of a 3/16 in. thick sheet, for example, uncured rubber lining material is calendered in thin 1/64in. thick plies. Twelve of these plies are layered to form the3/16in. thick sheet. Thermo- setting adhesives, which cure in the same cycle as the linings, are used to attach these linings to tank walls. After curing, they resist physical change, such as softening, in the same fashion as the linings. These adhesives have an upper temperature limit; they may fail if the temperature reaches 300 F or more. of lining material include the material properties of the lining as well as its end use (see accompanying table). A logical starting point in selecting a lining, therefore, is to obtain manufacturers' literature containing chemical resistance tables for various types of lining materials. These tables also list the maximum temperature ranges for linings used with specific chemicals. Some general guidelines on the compatibility of linings and their particular application follow: Temperature and Chemical Environment - The necessary properties of natural rubber can be evaluated according to the following rule: the harder the lining material, the higher the operating temperature it can withstand and, to a lesser degree, the higher the chemical concentrations it can tolerate.

Selection Criteria-The factors that influence the plant engineer's choice

Natural and synthetic rubber materials as a group are not resistant to hydrocarbons such as oil products or solvents. Exceptions do exist, however. Chlorinated poly-ethylene (CPE), neoprene, and cholorosulfonated polyethylene (CSPE) synthetic rubber linings, for instance, resist moderate amounts of oil. Hard rubber linings are resistant to small amounts of oil. Although nitrile synthetic rubber (Buna N) provides good resistance to aliphatic hydrocarbons such as kerosene, it is expensive and difficult to work with as a lining material. Ethylene-propylene-dieneterpolymer (EPDM) and butyl rubber have good resistance to polar and oxygenated solvents such as methyl and ethyl ketone and acetone. All selections of tank linings should be supported by laboratory testing results or evidence of successful experience under identical conditions, information that is generally available from manufacturers. Plant engineers should ask the manufacturer for additional information when the proper choice is not obvious. For example, a lining that is recommended for several individual chemicals may not be suitable for a blend of those chemicals.
Abrasive Action - "... a lining recommended for several individual chemicals may not be suitable for a blend of these chemicals."

When impingement on the lining is expected, a resilient type of rubber provides the most satisfactory service be- cause it absorbs impact and permits the particles to bounce off without damaging the lining. A soft natural rubber with a Shore A durometer reading of 30 to 40 is generally specified in such applications. When sliding or cutting also is expected in service, a tougher, harder, tear-resistant lining material with a Shore A durometer reading of 50 to 60 should be specified. Hard rubbers, those with a Shore A reading of 90 and above, have poor abrasion resistance and should be avoided. Temperature Variations Not all linings exhibit the same degree of resistance to thermal shock, as shown in the table. Soft natural rubber and most synthetic linings have outstanding resistance to thermal shock, and hard rubber has less resistance. Hard rubber linings can be made to withstand fairly rapid temperature changes, but a thorough study of the conditions, proper material selection, and special lining constructions must be employed if hard rubber is to perform successfully. Pressure or Vacuum conditions - Normal pressure ranges are seldom a problem. When full vacuum or pulsating pressure conditions exist, hard rubber liners are used because they reduce diaphragm action. This may occur, for example, if a pinhole in the steel container allows atmospheric pressure to act on the underside of the lining, Weather Conditions Large outdoor storage tanks are subject to expansion and contraction caused by extreme weather fluctuations. Soft natural and synthetic rubber linings should be considered for such applications. Expansion and contraction of the tank does not usually present a problem indoors; fairly steady temperature conditions can be assumed to exist even if the building is not heated.

Special Linings for Extreme Conditions


Complex or severe service conditions, for example, those that require both chemical and abrasion resistance, may be successfully treated with a three-ply lining. This type of lining incorporates an inner layer of semi hard rubber for chemical and heat resistance with two softer outer layers that contribute flexibility and abrasion resistance. Three-ply linings are designed to withstand temperatures between 180 and 230 F. When a combination of severe temperature and abrasive action is encountered, the three-ply lining is formulated with an inner layer of hard rubber and two outer layers of high-temperature resistant soft rubber.

Selecting Elastomeric Linings For Storage Tanks

Inspection of Lining Installation


Reputable lining applicators inspect and test the rubber lining extensively before permitting it to be placed in service. The newly lined tank or container is closely examined for leaks and defects such as poor adhesion. Pinhole leaks may be detected using a spark tester, although this method introduces a potential hazard. If the spark testing equipment is not carefully used,

Selecting Elastomeric Linings For Storage Tanks

it may burn through the lining when held in one place for too long. It is usually wise for the plant engineer to witness this test. During the inspection procedure, nozzle flange edges are closely examined for loose adhesion. For permanent protection, full lining adhesion is essential for tanks that operate under vacuum or flowing conditions. Loose liners would collapse or obstruct flow under those circumstances. Seam construction is also inspected before the lined tank is put in use. All seam edges must be beveled. A simple way to detect air pockets behind seams is to press down at the edge of the lap seam where the under-lining sheet ends. Poor seam construction can be easily observed then: if air is trapped under the rubber, the bubble can be felt as a soft spot. Attempting, and succeeding, to lift the seam edges also reveals looseness in the lining. The inspection procedure includes a check for over and under cure of the lining material. Shore A durometer readings are taken at several points; a low reading indicates that the lining has not cured completely, and a high reading may indicate that the rubber is over cured.

Repair Of Leaks In Tank Lining


If any leaks are detected after cure, they are repaired with uncured rubber that is vulcanized to the cured lining. Repair procedures are designed so that the repaired area is protected at least as well as the remaining lining. The specific method of repair depends on the type of the original lining, the extent of repair needed, and the facilities available. If plant engineers repair the lining themselves, they must follow the recommendations of the lining contractors. The following procedure is typical: The defective and adjacent lining are thoroughly neutralized, cleaned, and dried. In some cases, it may be necessary to treat the whole lining. All loose and defective rubber is cut away, the exposed edges of the lining are beveled, and the shell of the equipment is buffed clean. The exposed area is cleaned with a suitable solvent and any excess solvent is allowed to evaporate. The adhesive solutions are then applied according to the lining contractor's instructions and allowed to dry. A patch of new sheet, which has been cut to shape and made tacky by the application of the adhesive or other solution, is then applied to the prepared area and rolled down firmly with an edge-wheel to exclude any air. In areas where tension is likely to develop, for example at struts, the patch is tightly wrapped and then vulcanized The repaired area should be checked for hardness and continuity.

Properties of Elastomeric Linings


Lining Type Hardnes Temp s eratu re F Thermal Shock Resistance Excellent Typical Use Soft natural rubber 30 to 60 160 Acid storage; transportation equipment; abrasive services; white rubber for food grade; sulfur dioxide scrubbers Chemical processing and plating

Semi hard natural rubber Hard natural rubber

80 to 85 180

Good

90 to 100

200

Poor

Chemical processing; high temperature nickel-copper plating; steel pickling; vacuum service

Properties of Elastomeric Linings


Flexible hard natural rubber Graphite loaded hard rubber 90 to 100 212 Fair Same uses as hard natural rubber; better crack and heat resistance Special lining for wet chlorine gas in chlorine cells and associated equipment

95 to 100

212

Fair

Three-ply (soft, hard, soft)

40 to 50

230

Excel Combined abrasion and corrosion lent services; becoming popular for steel pickling lines; phosphoric acid Excel Chemical or abrasive services with lent oil present; best for strong bases; good weather resistance; fire retardant

Neoprene

40 to 70

230

Properties of Elastomeric Linings


Nitrile 60 To 90 200 Excellent Aliphatic hydrocarbons, kerosene, animal, vegetable, and mineral oils Oxidizing acids; 70 percent hydrofluoric acid; super phosphoric acid; best water resistance; good for alternative service

Butyl

50 to 75

225

Excellent

Chlorobutyl

40 to 60

200

Excellent

Much the same as butyl but easier to apply and faster curing; sulfur dioxide scrubbers
Hypochlorite bleach; ozone and weather resistant

EPDM

40 to 60

380

Excellent

Properties of Elastomeric Linings


EPDM 40 to 60 380 Excellent Strong acids such as chromic acid; high concentrations of nitric and sulfuric acids

HYDROCHLORIC ACID - STORAGE

Chemical
Hydrochloric Acid Nitric Acid, 5% Nitric Acid, 10% Nitric Acid, 25% Nitric Acid, 40% Sodium Hydroxide, 75% Sodium Hypochlorite Sulfuric Acid, 5% Sulfuric Acid, 25% Sulfuric Acid, 50% Sulfuric Acid, 75% Statics referred by :
750 Broad Street P.O. Box 1107 Emmaus, Pa 18049 Port Allen, LA 70767 Phone: 610-965-9061 Phone: 225-336-0202 FAX: 610-965-2595

Remarks
SBR/NBR Lanxess HNBR HNBR 3344 NBR pH over 9 Lanxess Lanxess Lanxess Lanxess

Temp (c)
120 95 95 95 NR 120 95 125 95 95 70

Electro Chemical Engineering & Manufacturing Co. Electro Chemical Engineering & Manufacturing Co.

Extracts from Manufacturer Recommendations for Resistance of Chemicals

General Selection Requirements


Selection of the correct lining for a specific application requires that all available details concerning the tank and other equipment to be lined, and the process to be contained, be itemized. Some of the essential data follow: Chemicals: the type of chemicals contained in the tank and their concentration; the amount of impurities and contaminants, if any, potential chemical reactions Abrasion: abrasive particle type, weight, and size; velocity of particle movement; proportion of solids; nature of abrasive action (sliding or impinging) Temperature: maximum, minimum, and operating temperatures; severity and spread of temperature change; temperature cycle time Pressure: maximum, minimum, and operating pressure or vacuum; pressure cycle time Equipment: complete description of tank to be lined including physical design, dimensions, and information on whether it is stationary or portable Operating conditions: any other pertinent external and internal operating conditions Product condition: levels of discoloration, contamination, odor, or taste allowed for lading; Food and Drug Administration requirements, if any

General Selection Requirements


Experience: Past experience under similar conditions such as lining compound used and length of previous service life Armed with this information, plant engineers should be prepared to evaluate the various types of linings that satisfy application requirements. Each of the parameters listed should be analyzed separately so that the final lining selection takes into account all of the specific needs of the application. Plant engineers should not make the mistake of selecting a lining material because it has performed well in applications similar to tank lining. For example, butyl rubber that is used to provide abrasion resistance for coal-handling conveyor belts may not provide the same abrasion resistance in a coal slurry tank. And a lining material should not be selected on the basis of just one outstanding physical property. For example, ethylene propylene rubber may be known to with-stand 300 F temperatures, but it does not necessarily follow that a tank lining of this material can withstand such a high temperature over a prolonged period. The specific tank lining material must be compounded to be compatible with application and curing procedures that could alter the properties of the cured material

LIQUID RUBBER
Distributor Of Liquid Rubber Russia Techvision Industries

What is Liquid Rubber?


An asphalt emulsion coating engineered to provide exceptional adhesive, elastic & protective properties Spray or brush applied at ambient temperature Cures into a seamless membrane Waterproofing ability Corrosion resistance Chemical resistance Encapsulation Spray Grade High Build LR

Products

Liquid Rubber

LR is a modified elastomeric asphalt emulsion specifically formulated product where a watertight seal is required. It is suitable for use with building fixtures, pipes, walls and roofs. LR is a single component product that may be cold applied be applied by brush or squeegee. The technology employed in LR provides a solvent-free, quick setting coating that yield a membrane with excellent strength, elasticity and adhesion. Being an environmentally friendly product LR can be applied indoors and outdoors with no special protective equipment.

Performance

* ONE COAT SYSTEM

* MINIMAL SURFACE PREPARATION * ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY * NON-TOXIC * CONTAINS NO SOLVENTS * 100% ELONGATION * RESISTANT TO MOST INORGANIC SOLUTIONS * OZONE & UV RESISTANT * CAN WITHSTAND THERMAL CYCLING

Liquid Rubber
LR is a modified elastomeric asphalt emulsion specifically formulated product where a watertight seal is required. It is suitable for use with building fixtures, pipes, walls and roofs. Trowel Grade is a single component product that may be cold applied be applied by brush or squeegee.

Liquid Rubber
The technology employed in LR provides a solvent-free, quick setting coating that yield a membrane with excellent strength, elasticity and adhesion. Being an environmentally friendly product LR can be applied indoors and outdoors with no special protective equipment.

Environmental Concerns & Work-safe Practices


Liquid Rubber products are state of the art with respect to todays environmental concerns and work-safe practices. The products consist of stable, non-toxic, ordor-less nonflammable liquid components which do not present a storage or transportation hazard prior to, during, or following application. Fumes associated with hot kettles and propane torches are not involved in application, hence, Liquid Rubber is extremely user-friendly on-site and during application.

Property Specific gravity (liquid) kg/m3

Typical results Approx. 1.0

Odour
VOC Colour % solids (wt)

None
Contains no solvents Brown to black 63-68

Viscosity, Brookfield, sp.#5, 20 rpm 20,000-30,000 pH 10-12

Property Colour Specific gravity, kg/m3 Chemical resistance

Typical results Black Approximately 1.0 Resistant to most inorganic solutions. Not recommended for gasoline or other petroleum products. Consult Chemical Resistance chart for further information. 50 100 Passed (No deterioration of film) Passed (> 90% original value) 85-90

Tensile strength ASTM D412, psi Elongation, % Accelerated weathering, ASTM G 155, D 412 Tensile strength Hardness, Durometer Type 00

APPLICATION
LR should be applied to a dry surface which is free of dirt, debris, oil or grease. Application is not recommended if heavy rains are imminent, or in high humidity environments. LR is applied between 0.3-06 m2/litre (15-30 ft2/gal) to produce a 40-120 mil (1-3 mm) protective membrane. Typically, LR dries to the touch in one minute @20C. This curing time may vary depending on temperature and relative humidity.

LIMITATIONS
LR is mildly alkaline. When applying this product observe normal safety precautions, wear gloves, eye protection and other suitable protective equipment. For further information please consult the product MSDS. LR should not be applied when the ambient temperature is below 15C. The uncured membrane may be damaged if frozen. Do not apply to wet surfaces or directly before a rain. Some surface base coat materials such as coal tar are unsuitable for use with Trowel Grade.

SECTION III PHYSICAL PROPERTIES


Odour and appearance: Viscous brown liquid, slight resinous odour. Odour threshold: n/a Specific gravity: 1.00 (approx.). Coefficient of water/oil distribution: n/a Vapour pressure (mm Hg): 17 @20C (water) Boiling point: 100C (water) Freezing point: 0C pH: 7-13 Vapour density (air = 1): >1 Evaporation rate (nBuAcetate = 1): <1 Volatiles %: 30-40 (water) Solubility in water: partially soluble

Application Issues & Solutions


Information from Larry Farmin

Russia

Steel reinforced termination joint.


Solution: Imbedded Cotton Mesh

Repair of termination joints.

Solution:
Geo-Seal (Create new substrate)

Waterslide concrete support pillars. Solution: Geo-Seal

Walking bridge pillars repair. Solution: Geo-Seal

Solution: Geo-seal and re-sprayed.

Repair of lap joints.

Performance Benefits
Superior Performing Membrane Bonds to most construction materials Seamless membrane that protects substrate Against corrosion, water damage, chemical attack Elongates 1300% with 95% recovery Withstands thermal cycling Puncture resistant Significant installation cost savings for customer Minimal surface preparation required One coat system Environmentally friendly and safe VOC free Non toxic

Spraying Techniques

Liquid Containment
Liquid Rubber Spray Grade Seamless containment lining installed Successfully contained liquid manure Performing for over 2 years

Waterproofing Wine Cold Rooms


Underground wine storage cold rooms Waterproof structures necessary
Prevent decay of wooden wine barrels

Liquid Rubber Spray Grade


Provides water barrier

Underground Tunnel Repair


Instant-Set Liquid Rubber Applied on top of floodcoat Provided seamless membrane Tunnel successfully waterproofed

Foundation Protection

Waterproofing concrete foundations National Steel Car location Liquid Rubber Specified for all foundation work

Foundation Protection
Legend Homes Urban-Con Luxury home builders Liquid Rubber used for foundation work

Foundation Protection

BEFORE

AFTER

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

METAL BUILDINGS Protecting the storage of corrosive materials Liquid Rubber

Instant Set Liquid Rubber Hazard Containment Membrane for Landfill, Leachate & ponds

Liquid Rubber Spray Grade Daclar Roofing INSTANT SETTING

Liquid Rubber Spray Grade - Water Proofing INSTANT SETTING *Pictures from Larry Farmin

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Summary
Always test rubber samples in relative acid to assure chemical compatibility. Prefer vulcanized samples for testing. For testing purpose confirm weather the vulcanized rubber sample is properly oxidized by putting into strong relative acid for at least 1 week. If it reacts then it will cause color change of acid solution.

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