Abe DIY Booklet

Edition 2
(April 2010)
D.I.Y. PRODUCT GUIDE
waterproofing coatings adhesives
sealants G general
It’s not an expense - it’s an investment

Company
abedex profile Waterproofing torch-on membrane.
USES:
• Suitable for solving the most difficult waterproofing problems on:
- Flat roofs.
- Sloping and pitched roofs.
- Reinforced concrete.
- Prefabricated concrete.
- masonry
a.b.e.cement
was founded in 1932 and the company established in 1939 in Durban as a supplier of bitumen to
- metal and timber decks and terraces, with or without thermal insulation.
• For renovation purposes
SURFACE municipalities
PREPARATION in KwaZulu-Natal. a.b.e. has grown in both size and diversity to become a major supplier of
All surfaces to be clean, dry, sound with a minimum fall of 1:50.abedex should NOT
be applied over a foam cement screeds.
specialised construction products to the building, civil engineering and building maintenance industries
BONDING/PRIMING
All cementitous surfaces must be primed with a.b.e. bituprime at a rate of
approximately 3,5 mproduct
supplying
2
/l. Depending on the
directly to porosity of the surface
its customers a second
through coat
its branch network as well as through builders’ merchants
of primer may be required.
APPLICATION
and on
Depending hardware stores,
the different with manufacturing
construction plants
types, the sheets must in Johannesburg
be fully bonded to (Boksburg)
the substrate. See Index publications ‘Technical Specifications’ or ‘Application
manual’ which also describe other methods of application such as mechanical fixing, hot air welding and bonding with adhesives. The substrate
and
must be Durban
clean, (Isipingo).
dry, smooth and free of roughness or dips. The cast concrete surface must be allowed to dry before the sheet is applied. Drying
depends on the weather and may take from 8 days to 3 weeks. To protect timber floors from the flame, either sheets of ROLLBASE or a.b.e.
malthoid 5-ply must be nailed before application of the membrane.
Torch-bonding is carried out with a suitable gas torch burner connected to a propane gas cylinder. To bond the sheet to the substrate and on the
overlaps, use the torch flame to melt the flaming lining on the lower face of the membrane while the membrane is being unrolled. The sheets are
overlapped longitudinally by 100 mm, while the head laps of the polyester reinforced membrane should not be less than 150 mm.
Supported by a network of branches and distributors throughout South Africa, sub-Saharan
Bonding is carried out by torch application in such a way that a continuous bead of melted bitumen comes out from the overlap. So as not to
remove the protective top layer, the use of a trowel is to be avoided.
Africa, the
When overlaying Indian
mineral Ocean
finished Islands and
membranes., Pakistan
the mineral a.b.e.
surface mustis
beideally positioned
heated so to granules
that the slate serviceare
its completely
customers.embedded in the
overlap.
The correct temperature for bonding the membrane on the substrate and the overlaps is indicated when the protective flaming burns off. However
the membrane must not be overheated and a further sign of correct application is that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
come out from the overlap. overlaying mineral finished membranes, the mineral surface must be
heatedThe a.b.e.
so that range
the slate of products
granules fall into the following broad categories:
are completely
COVERAGE:
Effective coverage: 8,9m2 / roll.
• waterproofing
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner fol-
• flooring
lowed by washing with soap and water.
PROTECTION ON COMPLETION
abedex should be allowed to weather for a minimum of 8-10 weeks before overcoating with 2 coats of a.b.e. silvakote the system to dry for 7 -
• specialised
10 days adhesives
and then overcoat exposed area with a.b.e. silvakote.
PACKAGING COLOURS
• silicone
abedex is suppliedand sealants
in rolls of 10m x 1m . Black.
• concrete repair products
• roofing products
Auburn, a BEE company, acquired a 26% shareholding in a.b.e. with effect from 12 July 2007.
a.b.e. listed on ALTX on the 17th of August 2007.
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Index
waterproofing
abedex
a.b.e. membrane
3
4
G general
bituseal plastic 5
brixeal 6 a.b.e. super brush cleaner 48
duraflex 7 duracord 49
fibrated super laycryl 8 duragrout 50
flintkote 3 9 durarep FR 51
hydroproof 10 durarep QS 52
malthoid 2, 3 & 5 ply 11 duraslurry 53
slatex 12 flashpack/bidim 54
stick it 13 rock bitumen 55
super laycryl 14 tree seal pruning grade 56
super laykold 15
super laykold tape 16
wallseal 17
coatings
supporting notes
4-metal primer 18
abecote WD337 19 duralatex 57
autokote 20 dura spalling repair 58
bituprime 21 epidermix 60
bituseal liquid 22 epidermix crack repair system 62
carbolineum & creosote 23 floor joint nosing repair 63
provonite 24 grouting of bases 64
ravenol 25 non-slip floor finishes 66
silvakote 26 precast manhole rings 67
preparation of surfaces 68
safety precautions 70
shower waterproofing 71
formulae 72
conversion tables 73
adhesives factor to calculate volumes 74
trigonometry tables 76
bitubond 27
bitugrip 28
duralatex 29
epidermix 318 30
epidermix 344 31
epidermix 372 32
epidermix 395
epidermix 396
33
34 product selectors
grip-a-bloc 35
plastergrip 36
a.b.e. product overview 77
D.I.Y. brushable adhesives product selector 78
D.I.Y. coatings product selector 79
sealants D.I.Y. epoxy
D.I.Y. waterproofing product selector
80
81
D.I.Y. sealants product selector 82
D.I.Y. sealant ranges 83
a.b.e. acrylic 37 notes 84
a.b.e. silicone 38
all purpose silicone 39
multipurpose silicone 39
DC 781 40
DC 785 41
DC 794 F 42
DC 813 C 43
filler foam 44
flexothane 1 45
painters mate 46
quickgrip 47
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waterproofing coatings adhesives sealants G general
a.b.e. Construction Chemicals Limited
ridgings parapet walls flat roofing valley gutters roofing screws overlaps flashings
• super laycryl • fibrated super laycryl 1. Primer bituprime • super laycryl & membrane • super laycryl & membrane • super laycryl & membrane • bituseal plastic
2. a) Covering: malthoid • super laykold tape • super laykold tape • super laykold tape • patch it
• super laykold tape • hydroproof
• bituseal plastic • bituseal plastic • bituseal plastic • super laycryl & membrane
• patch it • stick it Adhesive: bitugrip
• patch irt • patch it • patch it • super laykold tape
gutter leaks • bituseal plastic b) Covering: abedex 4mm
• super laykold • super laykold
3. Coating silvakote • fibrated super laycryl
• bituseal plastic • fibrated super laycryl • hydroproof • fibrated super laycryl
4. Flashing super laycryl • hydroproof
• patch it • hydroproof • stick it • hydroproof
• stick it
• super laykold tape • stick it • stick it
• super laykold
under roofing tiles heavy duty protector
• bituseal liquid
wall damp proofing
plaster bonding • slatex 2000 • wallseal
• brixeal
• plastergrip
• flintkote 3
• duralatex
metal primer water tanks

• 4-metal primer
• bituseal plastic
• patch it
damp proof course • ravenol
• super laykold
• malthoid
vehicle
underbody / chassis
• autokote
• ravenol
cement floor coating

• abecote 337
tree seal
• pruning
window / canopy
sealant
• abe flexothane 1 / dams and
DC 813 / DC 794
koi ponds
• super laykold
drainage • duraflex
• bidim (geotextile fabric) U14
• flashpack bidim
general
• duracure QS
• super brush cleaner
sealants epoxy adhesive
• duracord • DC 785 sanitary silicone • epidermix 372
• duragrout
wood preservatives • abe silicone / APS / MPS / DC 781 wood block • epidermix 318
• carbolineum • abe flexothane 1 / DC 813 / DC794 • epidermix 344
• rock bitumen floor adhesive skirting shower floor vinyl tile adhesive • epidermix 395
• durarep FR • creosote • abe acrylic
• grip-a-bloc • quickgrip • duraflex • bitubond • epidermix 396
• provonite • painters mate
• duraslurry
• filler foam
It’s not an expense - it’s an investment www.abe.co.za

Waterproofing torch-on membrane.
abedex
USES:
• Suitable for solving the most difficult waterproofing problems on:
- Flat roofs.
- masonry cement
SURFACE PREPARATION
BONDING/PRIMING
All cementitous surfaces must be primed with a.b.e. bituprime at a rate of approximately 3,5 m2/l.
Depending on the porosity of the surface a second coat of primer may be required.
APPLICATION
Depending on the different construction types, the sheets must be fully bonded to the substrate. See Index
publications ‘Technical Specifications’ or ‘Application manual’ which also describe other methods of application
such as mechanical fixing, hot air welding and bonding with adhesives. The substrate must be clean, dry,
smooth and free of roughness or dips. The cast concrete surface must be allowed to dry before the sheet is
applied. Drying depends on the weather and may take from 8 days to 3 weeks. To protect timber floors from
the flame, either sheets of ROLLBASE or a.b.e. malthoid 5-ply must be nailed before application of the membrane.
Torch-bonding is carried out with a suitable gas torch burner connected to a propane gas cylinder. To bond the sheet
to the substrate and on the overlaps, use the torch flame to melt the flaming lining on the lower face of the membrane
while the membrane is being unrolled. The sheets are overlapped longitudinally by 100 mm, while the head laps of the polyester reinforced mem-
brane should not be less than 150 mm.
remove the protective top layer, the use of a trowel is to be avoided.
When overlaying mineral finished membranes., the mineral surface must be heated so that the slate granules are completely embedded in the
overlap.
heated so that the slate granules are completely
COVERAGE:
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner
followed by washing with soap and water.
10 days and then overcoat exposed area with a.b.e. silvakote.
PACKAGING
abedex is supplied in rolls of 10m x 1m .
COLOURS
Black.
BLACK
roofs reservoirs earth dams

HOW TO
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
3cm
45º
cut
2nd
layer area to be
heated water outlet
15cm
sheets get torched double layer covering 45º cut on the fully bonded application side-to-side and arrangement of sheets
onto substrates head-to-tail overlap head-to-tail overlaps for water outlets
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abe
abedex
membrane Waterproofing
High
torch-on
strength
membrane.
polyester
reinforced membrane
USES
USES:
• Suitable
Suitable forforuse solving the most
with abe difficult waterproofing
waterproofing problems on:
and flashing systems.
- Flat roofs.
BENEFITS
• - Reinforced
high strengthconcrete.
• reinforce waterproofing
- masonry cement systems
• will not and
- metal shrink or perish
timber decks and terraces, with or without thermal insulation.
•
• For bridges crackspurposes
renovation and gaps

SURFACE PREPARATION
SURFACE
All surfacesPREPARATION
to be clean, dry, sound with a minimum fall of 1:50.abedex should NOT
Surface
be applied overmust beaclean
foam and free screeds.
cement from dust and grease. Must be used in accordance with the
waterproofing or flashing specification.
BONDING/PRIMING
COVERAGE
approximately 3,5 m2/l. Depending on the porosity of the surface a second coat
As required.

APPLICATION
Depending
Follow on the different
the waterproofing orconstruction types, theofsheets
flashing specification must be
the product fullyused
it gets bonded to
with.
must be clean, dry, smooth and free of roughness or dips. The cast concrete surface must be allowed to dry before the sheet is applied. Drying
abedepends on the weatherperish,
membrane will not and may but take
needfrom
to be8 over coated
days to as specified
3 weeks. To by the
protect waterproofing
timber floors fromsytem.
the flame, either sheets of ROLLBASE or a.b.e.
COLOUR
White
PACKAGING
abeBonding is carried
membrane out by torch
is supplied in theapplication
following in such a way that a continuous bead of melted bitumen comes out from the overlap. So as not to
sizes:
remove
1m x 1m the protective top layer, the use of a trowel is to be avoided.
10moverlaying
When x 1m mineral finished membranes., the mineral surface must be heated so that the slate granules are completely embedded in the
100mm x 10m
overlap.
100mm x 20m
The correctx temperature for bonding the membrane on the substrate and the overlaps is indicated when the protective flaming burns off. However
the200mm 2,5m
membrane must not be overheated and a further sign of correct application is that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
200mm x 10m
200mm
heated x 12,5m
so that the slate granules are completely
200mm x 20m
COVERAGE:
250mm x 10m
Effective
250mmcoverage:
x 20m 8,9m / roll.
2

CLEANING
300mm x 20m
Tools,
500mmbrushesx 10m and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner fol-
Thickness: 0,8
PROTECTION ON – 1,2mm
COMPLETION
PACKAGING COLOURS
abedex is supplied in rolls of 10m x 1m . Black.
parapet walls, roof laps, flashings
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General purpose bitumen mastic.
bituseal plastic
USES:
• Heavy duty bitumen mastic sealer and repair compound.
• May be used to seal most roofing defects: sheeting overlaps, valleys,
gutters, downpipes and enlarged screw holes.
• To repair roof cracks, flashings, cracked roof tiles and patch repair
tanks.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to be clean, dry, sound, free of all
laitance, grease, oil, fungal growth and loose
and flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
Prime with a coat of a.b.e. bituprime, which
should be allowed to dry prior to the
application of bituseal plastic, except for
steel which must be coated with a suitable
anti-corrosion primer like a.b.e. 4-metal primer.
APPLICATION
bituseal plastic may be applied by trowel, putty knife, extrusion
gun or gloved hand. bituseal plastic can be used in conjunction with
glass fibre membrane . The membrane must be set into the still
wet film of bituseal plastic.
COVERAGE
Application thickness: As needed up to 30mm
Practical coverage for estimating purposes:
Full overlap and screw head treatment on corrugated iron roof 150mm wide roof flashing - 1l /2,2m run.
In general - 1l /m2 per mm thickness.
CLEANING
Where the bituseal plastic is to be exposed to the effects of sunlight and ultra-violet radiation, it is recommended that 3 - 4 weeks after being ap-
plied, it may be coated with a.b.e. silvakote.
PACKAGING
1l, 5l, 25l containers.
COLOURS
Black.
BLACK
broken tiles roof laps tanks & reservoirs gutters
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brixeal Brickwork waterproofcoating.
USES:
• Waterproofing the faces of concrete beams and pillars
where they come into contact with exterior walls.
• Prevention of a bond developing between two adjoining
concrete faces.
• Waterproofing between the two faces of 230mm thick wall.
• Concrete curing agent.
BENEFITS
• Single pack ready to use.
• Quick drying.
• Economical.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to be clean, dry, sound, free of all laitance,
fungal growth, grease, oil or loose and flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
No priming required.
MIXING
Stir well before use.
APPLICATION
Two coats are recommended to ensure full coverage.
When brush applied, make sure strokes are used ensuring
the total surface is covered. brixeal may be applied directly
onto stock brick walls as a waterproofing barrier. Better
results will be obtained if the surface is “bagged” with sand/
cement/water slurry in the usual way. When brixeal is used for curing of concrete, a coating is brushed or sprayed onto the surface of the
concrete, and by virtue of the waterproof qualities of the film, water is prevented from evaporating from the concrete. To allow traffic onto the
concrete, the brixeal film can be blinded with clean sand after setting.
Drying time @ 25º C - Touch dry: ± 1 hour, Hard dry: ± 12 hours, Full cure: ± 7 days as a waterproof barrier.
COVERAGE
Brushed coated on unbagged brickwork
1st coat 2m2/l, 2nd coat 4m2/l.
CLEANING
PACKAGING
1l , 5l and 20l
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
roof beams concrete curing agent between brick walls
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Flexible waterproofing slurry.
duraflex
USES:
• Protection and repair of balconies, terraces and
haunching concrete structures and bridges.
• Waterproofing of new and old buildings (internal and external).
• Waterproofing of showers, tanks, containers & water reservoirs
• Can be painted and covered with tiles.
BENEFITS
• Excellent waterproof barrier.
• Effective on negative or positive side.
• High bond strength.
• Excellent freeze/thaw resistance.
• Excellent resistance to chloride on penetration.
• Brush, trowel, or spray applied.
• Reliable application
• Self-curing
• Low in lace cost.
• Non-toxic
• Good abrasion resistance.
• Approved for use in potable water systems.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to be clean, dry, sound, free of all laitance, grease, oil,
fungal growth and loose and flaking particles that might affect
adhesion. Concrete may require grit blasting. Cracks less than 3mm
in width can be coated as long as the crack is not likely to open
up more than 3mm. Cracks greater than 3mm in width should be chased-out to 4mm in width and ±15mm in depth. This should be filled with
duraflex applied using less liquid providing a thicker consistency. When material in the crack has hardened the coating
should be applied over the crack.
BONDING/PRIMING
MIXING
It is essential to use a mechanical mixer, such as a slow speed electric drill fitted with a suitable paddle. Fill approximately three quarters of com-
ponent A (milky liquid) into a pail and, with continuous stirring, slowly add component B (grayish powder). Mixing must be continued until the mix is
homogeneous and free of lumps.
For horizontal surfaces such as the base of reservoirs, add the remaining component A. for other applications add only sufficient component A to
provide a suitable consistency. When the two components are mixed together, a plastic thixotropic liquid results which is easy to apply.
APPLICATION
duraflex may be applied with a short bristled brush, rubber squeegee, trowel or spray.
Brush: should be applied in 3 coats to provide a final dry thickness of 2mm - 3mm on surfaces. Alternate coats should be applied at right angles
to each other, allowing 16 hours between coats.
Trowel: 1st coat should be applied at a thickness of 1mm - 1.5mm using a normal trowel. Allow to cure for 16 hours.
2nd coat should be applied by using a notched trowel and levelled immediately by using a spiked roller.
Pot life @ 10ºC : 2 hrs, @ 20ºC : 1 hour, @ 30ºC : 0,5 hours
Recoatable: 16 hours. Resistant to mechanical stress : 3 days Full cure : 7 days
Resistance to water pressure : Attained after 7 days cure pressure : 20 atmospheres, Negative
pressure : 4 atmospheres
COVERAGE
8m2/15kg per coat (requires 2 coats).
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before
material has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.
duraflex may be left as is, be tiled over or overcoated with a high quality PVA/acrylic paint.
PACKAGING
15kg (2 part).
COLOURS
Grey.
waterproof shower waterproof reservoirs waterproof structures waterproof balconies

before tiling and bridges and terraces
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abedex
fibrated super laycryl Waterproofing
Water-based,
torch-on
fibre-reinforced
membrane.
acrylic, seamless waterproofer.
USES:
• Suitable
• For waterproofing for solvingallthe most
types ofdifficult waterproofing problems on:
stable flashings.
• For - Flat roofs.
waterproofing parapet walls.
• Flat roof waterproofing.
• Re-waterproofing
over existing waterproofing systems.
• Sealing
- masonry cement
of joints, laps and roofing screws on corrugated roofs.
SURFACE PREPARATION
SURFACE
Ensure PREPARATION
all surfaces are free from all laitance, fungal growth, grease, oil or loose and flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
BONDING/PRIMING
(All surfaces except metal)
•approximately
Mix 1 part a.b.e.3,5 fibrated super laycryl
m2/l. Depending to porosity
on the 1 part water.
of the surface a second coat
•Allow
of primer
to dry.
may be required.
METAL SURFACES:
APPLICATION
•Depending
Use a.b.e.on 4-metal primer construction
the different (water-basedtypes,
metalthe
etched primer).
sheets must be fully bonded to
•the substrate.
Drying See Index publications ‘Technical Specifications’ or ‘Application
time 4hours.
COVERAGE
1l /m2 (minimum
malthoid 5-ply must2 coats).
be nailed before application of the membrane.
APPLICATION
•overlapped
Apply with longitudinally
a brush. by 100 mm, while the head laps of the polyester reinforced membrane should not be less than 150 mm.
•Bonding
Apply a isthick
carried out by torchallow
base coat and to dry for
application in 2-3
suchhours.
a way that a continuous bead of melted bitumen comes out from the overlap. So as not to
•remove
Once first
the coat is dry,top
protective apply a finishing
layer, the use coat working
of a trowel is at
to right angles to the first coat
be avoided.
•When
Full cure: 7 days.
overlaying mineral finished membranes., the mineral surface must be heated so that the slate granules are completely embedded in the
overlap.
CLEANING
Whilst still wet, must
the membrane cleannotequipment with water.
be overheated and Ifa a.b.e.
furtherfibrated
sign of super
correctlaycryl has dried
application use
is that ana.b.e.
excessively large bead of melted compound does not
super
come outbrush cleaner.
from the overlap. overlaying mineral finished membranes, the mineral surface must be
CAUTION
COVERAGE:
Membrane
Effective coverage:
must be 8,9m
used2on all non-stable gaps and joints exceeding 3mm.
/ roll.
Always
CLEANING ensure that a.b.e. fibrated super laycryl is applied to well drained roofs.
lowed by washing
PROTECTION ONwith soap and water.
COMPLETION
Whilst a.b.e. fibrated
PROTECTION super laycryl is designed for an extended life, it is important to apply a maintenance coat (a.b.e. fibrated super laycryl) every
ON COMPLETION
abedex
3 should be allowed to weather for a minimum of 8-10 weeks before overcoating with 2 coats of a.b.e. silvakote the system to dry for 7 -
to 4 years.
PACKAGING
PACKAGING COLOURS
abedex isinsupplied
Available 1l & 5l. in rolls of 10m x 1m . Black.
COLOURS
Red, grey, charcoal, burgundy, white, green, terracotta and brown.
parapet walls recoat flashings roof screws roof laps
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Binder for abeco flooring system
and heavy duty bituminous coating flintkote 3
USES:
flintkote 3 is a general purpose bituminous coating and vapour
barrier and flooring system binder. See abeco and tank base
mastic.
BENEFITS
• Waterproof coating and vapour barrier
• Easy, cost effective.
• Non-toxic when dry
• Potable water containment
• Service temperature:
Maximum dry: + 60º C, Minimum: -10º C
SURFACE PREPARATION
Steel – must never be coated directly with flintkote 3. abe
bituprime should be used as a first coat and preparation of the
steel must be as specified for the primer.
Galvanised steel – must be free of oil, grease and anti-white rust
treatment. Scrub the surface thoroughly with a paste made from
abe super brush cleaner and an abrasive soap. This
may be applied with a cleaning pad (e.g. Scotchbrite). Thoroughly
wash away all residues using clean water.
Concrete and other porous surfaces – must be free of all dust
and laitance. The first coat of flintkote 3 should be’ diluted
1 : 1 with clean water. See data sheet ‘Preparation of Surfaces
BONDING / PRIMING
Dilute 1:1 with water for porous surfaces. Use bituprime on steel.
MIXING
Stir flintkote 3 well before use, using a flat paddle.
COVERAGE
1 m2/litre/mm.
APPLICATION
flintkote 3 is normally applied by brush and generally should not be applied thicker than specified. A coat should be thoroughly dry before applica-
tion of a second coat. This can be easily
determined by rubbing the surface with a wet finger. If the finger remains clean, the surface is dry enough to overcoat. flintkote 3 can be used in
conjunction with a glass fibre membrane to build up and reinforce thicker coats. The membrane must be set into the still wet film of
flintkote 3 and ideally all bubbles and wrinkles should be removed by means of a laminating roller. The film is allowed to dry and then a second
coat is applied at a sufficient thickness to
completely obliterate the weave and pattern of the membrane.
Where the flintkote 3 film is finally to be exposed to the effects of sunlight and ultra-violet radiation, it is recommended that, some 3 - 4 weeks
after being applied, it be overcoated with silvakote.
Overcoating time @ 25º C : 24 hours
Drying time @ 25º C : 24 hours
CLEANING
Ordinary clean water or abe super brush cleaner.
Protect against traffic and spillage until cured. If exposed to direct extensive sunlight, overcoat with abe silvakote.
PACKAGING
flintkote 3 is supplied in 5 l, 25 l and 200 l yield metal containers.
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
roof beams concrete curing agent between brick walls
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hydroproof Economical, water-based acrylic
waterproofer - used with a.b.e. membrane.
USES:
• For waterproofing all types of stable flashings.
• For waterproofing parapet walls.
• Sealing of joints, laps and roofing screws on corrugated roofs & gutters
BENEFITS
• hydroproof is an all-in-one system.
• There is no need for separate primers on porous surfaces.
• hydroproof has excellent weathering properties, adhesion and is tough, flexible and non-toxic.
• hydroproof comes in a wide range of colours.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Ensure all surfaces are clean dry, sound and free from all laitance, fungal growth,
grease, oil or loose and flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
Prime porous surfaces with a neat coat of hydroproof.
Prime metal surfaces with a.b.e. 4-metal primer.
MIXING
COVERAGE
Coverage: 2.1l/m2 full system.
APPLICATION
1st coat (after priming): apply by brush/roller using 1l/m2.
Embed membrane into wet coat, avoiding bubbles or wrinkles.
Membrane overlaps minimum 100mm on end laps and 75mm on
side laps.
2nd coat: once 1st coat has dried (2 - 3 hours), apply 2nd coat by brush/roller using 0,5l/m2
and ensure membrane is fully saturated.
3rd coat: once 2nd coat has dried, apply 3rd coat at different angle to 2nd coat using 0,5l/m2 .
Drying time @ 25ºC, Touch dry: 1 hour, Hard dry: 24 hours, Full cure: 7 days
CLEANING
Whilst still wet, clean equipment with water. If a.b.e. hydroproof has dried use a.b.e. super
brush cleaner followed by washing with soap & water.
CAUTION
Membrane must be used.
Always ensure that a.b.e. hydroproof is applied to well drained roofs.
Whilst a.b.e. hydroproof is designed for an extended life, it is important to apply a maintenance coat of a.b.e. hydroproof every 3 to 4 years.
PACKAGING
Available in 5 litre.
COLOURS
Red, grey, charcoal, burgundy, white, green and terracotta.
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abedex
Asphaltic waterproofing membrane malthoid
Waterproofing 2, 3 &membrane.
torch-on 5 ply
USES:
• Suitable2for
malthoid ply:
solvingDamp-proof
the most difficult
coursing
waterproofing
in brickwork problems
(DPC) 1,7mm
on:
- Flat roofs.
malthoid 3 ply: Damp-proof coursing in brickwork (DPC) 2mm
- Sloping
and pitched Damp-proof
roofs. coursing under floor screeds
- Reinforced
malthoid 5 ply: concrete.
Damp-proof coursing in brickwork (DPC) 2.8mm
- Prefabricated
concrete.
Damp-proof coursing under floor screeds
- masonry cement
- metal • Flat roofandwaterproofing
timber deckswhen and terraces,
an asphaltic
with or without thermal insulation.
• For membrane
renovation maypurposes
be used.( min. falls 2%)
• In accordance with SABS Code of practice
SURFACE 021/1973 PREPARATION
- using either hot or cold bonding
All surfaces
method. to be clean, dry, sound with a minimum fall of 1:50.abedex should NOT
be• As applied over a foam
an underlay cement
on timber screeds.
decks.
BONDING/PRIMING
• As a protection layer over a.b.e. index torch-on
All cementitous
waterproofing membranes
surfaces must prior
be primed with a.b.e. bituprime at a rate of
approximately
to the application of Depending
3,5 m2/l. screeds andontiles.the porosity of the surface a second coat
BENEFITS
• APPLICATION
High resistance to puncture.
• Depending on the different construction types, the sheets must be fully bonded to
Easy to apply.
• the substrate. See Index publications ‘Technical Specifications’ or ‘Application
Economical.
SURFACE
must be clean, PREPARATION
dry, smooth and free of roughness or dips. The cast concrete surface must be allowed to dry before the sheet is applied. Drying
All surfaces
depends on must be clean,
the weather anddrymayandtake
freefrom
from8sharp
days to 3 weeks. To protect timber floors from the flame, either sheets of ROLLBASE or a.b.e.
protrusions.
BONDING/PRIMING
•Torch-bonding is carried out with a suitable gas torch burner connected to a propane gas cylinder. To bond the sheet to the substrate and on the
Prime concrete thesurfaces with
toa.b.e. bituprime
flamingand
overlaps, use torch flame melt the lining on the lower face of the membrane while the membrane is being unrolled. The sheets are
allow to dry.
•overlapped
Use a.b.e. longitudinally
bitugrip as anby 100 mm,towhile
bondthe head laps5 plyoftothe polyester reinforced membrane should not be less than 150 mm.
adhesive malthoid primed concrete.
APPLICATION
remove
Tear the paper
off the protective top layer,
wrapper the useroll
and merely of out
a trowel
productis toonbesurface.
avoided.Use sharp
knife
Whentooverlaying
cut to required length.
mineral Overlaps:
finished 75 mm the
membranes., sidemineral
& end surface
laps 100must
mm be heated so that the slate granules are completely embedded in the
overlap.
CLEANING
Tools, brushes
The correct and mixing
temperature forequipment
bonding the should be cleaned
membrane on the immediately afterthe
substrate and use and
overlaps is indicated when the protective flaming burns off. However
before material must
the membrane has set
notwith a.b.e. superand
be overheated brush cleaner
a further signfollowed by washing
of correct withissoap
application that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
and water.
heated so that the
PROTECTION ONslate granules are completely
COMPLETION
In the event of the malthoid being exposed, coat with a.b.e. silvakote for protection against UV rays. Allow malthoid 5 ply to weather for 6 weeks
COVERAGE:
before overcoating.
CAUTION
CLEANING
•Tools,
2 & 3 ply
brushesnot and
for exposed roof waterproofing.
mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner fol-
•lowed
Do notbyuse on completely
washing with soapflatandroofs.
water.
• Stack full rolls on end no more than 2 layers high.
•PROTECTION
Stack cut rollsON COMPLETION
no more than 1,8m high.
PACKAGING
malthoid 2 & 3 ply is supplied in various roll sizes:
PACKAGING
20m x 900mm COLOURS
abedex
20m is supplied in rolls of 10m x 1m .
x 112mm Black.
20m x 225mm
20m x 300mm
20m x 450mm
malthoid 5 ply is supplied in 20m x 900mm rolls.
SURFACE FINISH
Fine washed sand.
BENEFITS
• High resistance to puncture.
• Easy to apply.
• Protection of torch on membranes.
• Rot proof.
• Economical
COLOURS
Black
BLACK
use on flat roofs use under roof tiles use for dog houses use for wendy houses
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slatex 2000 Reflective waterproofing
membrane under slate roofs.
USES:
• Waterproofing layer laid under slate roofing tiles.
BENEFITS
• Long lasting.
• Prevent ingress of dust.
• Waterpoofs.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to be clean, dry, sound, free from all laitance,
fungal growth, grease, oil or loose and flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
No priming required
APPLICATION
Starting at the lowest point of the slope, roll slatex 2000 out across the roof parallel to the eaves.
The aluminium foil strip must face upward on the lower half of the slatex. The slatex 2000 is then nailed,
with large-headed copper clout nails, through the unprotected felt, onto a batten. In aggressive coastal
environments it is safer to use Muntz metal (63 copper, 36 zinc, 1 tin) clout nails if available. After slating
over the aluminium area the next strip of slatex 2000 is applied in similar fashion so that the aluminium
foil coated area of the second sheet overlaps the uncoated strip of the first sheet.
Work proceeds up the slope of the roof until the entire area has been slated. End laps in the felt must be
overlapped by a minimum of 150 mm.
COVERAGE:
Effective coverage per roll: 4,0m2
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has
set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.
Apply slate tiles, which will act as the final finish.
PACKAGING
slatex 2000 is supplied in rolls of 20 m x 450 mm (2.2 mm thick)
CAUTION
Rolls should be stacked upright, no
more than three high.
COLOURS
Black
BLACK
use under slate roof tiles
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Complete, water-based acrylic
waterproofing kit - complete with membrane stick it
USES:
• For waterproofing all types of stable flashings.
• For waterproofing parapet walls.
• Sealing of joints, laps and roofing screws on corrugated roofs & gutters
BENEFITS
• stick it is an all-in-one system.
• There is no need for separate primers on porous surfaces.
• stick it has excellent weathering properties, adhesion and is tough,
flexible and non-toxic.
• stick it comes in a wide range of colours.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Ensure all surfaces are clean dry, sound and free from all laitance, fungal growth,
grease, oil or loose and flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
Prime porous surfaces with a neat coat of waterproofer
Prime metal surfaces with a.b.e. 4-metal primer.
MIXING
COVERAGE
Coverage: 0.5m2 full system or 5m of 100 mm overlaps or flashings.
APPLICATION
1st coat (after priming): apply by brush/roller
Embed membrane into wet coat, avoiding bubbles or wrinkles.
Membrane overlaps minimum 100mm on end laps and 75mm on
side laps.
2nd coat: once 1st coat has dried (2 - 3 hours), apply 2nd coat by brush/roller
and ensure membrane is fully saturated.
3rd coat: once 2nd coat has dried, apply 3rd coat at different angle to 2nd coat
Drying time @ 25ºC, Touch dry: 1 hour, Hard dry: 24 hours, Full cure: 7 days
CLEANING
Whilst still wet, clean equipment with water. If stick it waterproofer has dried use a.b.e. super
brush cleaner followed by washing with soap & water.
CAUTION
Use membrane supplied
Waterproofer is always applied to well drained roofs.
Whilst stick it is designed for an extended life, it is important to apply a maintenance coat of an a.b.e. waterproofer every 3 to 4 years.
PACKAGING
Available in 1 litre kit .
COLOURS
Red, grey, charcoal, burgundy, white, green and terracotta.
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super laycryl Professional liquid
waterproofing compound.
USES:
• Suitable
• All types for solvingflashings.
of stable the most difficult waterproofing problems on:
• Parapet - Flat roofs.
walls.
• Flat - Sloping and pitched roofs.
roof waterproofing.
• Re-waterproofing
- Reinforced concrete. over existing waterproofing
systems.
- masonry cement
• S ealing and
- metal of joints,
timber laps and and
decks roofing screws
terraces, on or without thermal insulation.
with
• Forcorrugated roofs.
renovation purposes
• The system is for non-trafficable roofs.
SURFACE PREPARATION
BENEFITS
• super laycryl is an all-in-one system.
•BONDING/PRIMING
There is no need for separate primers (apart from metal surfaces)
All
orcementitous
top coats. surfaces must be primed with a.b.e. bituprime at a rate of
approximately 3,5weathering
m2/l. Depending on the porosity of the surface a second coat
•of Itprimer
has excellent
may be required. properties, adhesion and is tough, flexible
and non-toxic.
•APPLICATION
10-year conditional guarantee.
Depending on the different construction types, the sheets must be fully bonded to
the substrate.
SURFACE See Index publications ‘Technical Specifications’ or ‘Application
PREPARATION
manual’ which alsoclean,
describe other methods of application such as mechanical fixing, hot air welding and bonding with adhesives. The substrate
All
must be clean, be
surfaces to dry,and
sound,
free free of all
dry, smooth of roughness or dips. The cast concrete surface must be allowed to dry before the sheet is applied. Drying
laitance, grease, oil and loose flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
Torch-bonding
All surfaces: Mix is 1carried out with
part super a suitable
laycryl gas torch
with 1 part clean burner connected
water and to a propane
prime (except metal)gas
the cylinder.
total areaTotobond the sheet
be covered. Astoa the substrate
guide and onlaycryl
0,1l of super the
mixed with 0,1l of water will prime an area of 0,75m 2
.Allow to dry for 30 min. Metal surfaces only: Prime with a.b.e. 4-metal primer. This not only
gives excellent adhesion but resists rust. Allow to dry for 4 hours.
NOTE: removeDO the NOT
protective top layer, the
USE SOLVENT use ofBITUMINOUS
BASED a trowel is to be avoided. AS A PRIMER.
SOLUTIONS
COVERAGE:
overlap.
2,1l/m2 for total system.
MIXING
Stir wellso
heated before use.slate granules are completely
that the
COVERAGE:
APPLICATION
First coat (all surfaces after priming):
CLEANING
Brush or roll on a fairly thick coat of super laycryl (1l/m2). Bed the membrane into the wet coat by using a roller or stiff brush, avoiding the forma-
Tools,
tion of brushes
bubbles and mixing equipment
or wrinkles. shouldit be
On flat surfaces cleaned immediately
is recommended to use after usealuminium
a fluted and before material
roller. has setoverlaps
Membrane with a.b.e. superbebrush
should cleaneroffol-
a minimum
lowed byonwashing
100mm end laps with
andsoap
75mmandon water.
side laps.
Second
PROTECTIONcoat: once the first coat has dried sufficiently to take working traffic (2 - 3 hours depending upon weather), apply a second coat of super
ON COMPLETION
laycryl
abedex(0,5l/m
should
2
) be
to ensure
allowedthe membrane
to weather for is completelyofsaturated.
a minimum 8-10 weeks before overcoating with 2 coats of a.b.e. silvakote the system to dry for 7 -
Third
10 daysand final
and then coat:
overcoat
Whenexposed
the secondareacoat
withisa.b.e.
dry, apply
silvakote.
a finishing coat of super laycryl at right angles to the second coat (0,5l/m2).
Drying time @ 25º C, Touch dry: 1 hour, Hard dry: 24 hours, Full cure: 7 days
PACKAGING COLOURS
CLEANING
Whilst super laycryl is designed for an extended life, it is important to apply a maintenance coat (super laycryl) every 3 to 4 years.
PACKAGING
Available in 1l , 5l & 20l containers & 5l kits.
COLOURS
Red, grey, charcoal, burgundy, white, green,
terracotta and brown.
recoat flashings parapet walls roof screws roof laps
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Rubberised bitumen
waterproofing emulsion.
super laykold
USES:
• Flashings.
• Parapet walls.
• Flat roof waterproofing areas.
• Sealing of joints, laps and roofing screws on
corrugated roofs.
• May be use in areas of total water immersion.
• Suitable for use in potable water conditions.
• Ideal for water proofing of koi ponds.
BENEFITS
• super laykold is an all-in-one system. There is no need for separate primers
(apart from metal surfaces).
• It has excellent adhesion and is tough, flexible and non-toxic.
• Suitable for use in potable water conditions.
• Ideal for use in koi ponds.
• Non-toxic.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to be clean, dry, sound, free from all
laitance, fungal growth, grease, oil or loose and
flaking particles.
BONDING/PRIMING
All surfaces (except metal):
Mix 1 part super laykold with 1 part clean water and prime
the total area to be covered. As a guide 0,25l of diluted primer will cover
1m2. Allow to dry.
Metal surfaces only:
New galvanised iron - prime with a.b.e. bituprime solvent-based primer and allow to dry. Old galvanised iron and steel to be primed with solvent-
based metal etch primer.
MIXING
APPLICATION
First coat (all surfaces after priming): Brush or roll on a fairly coat (0,75l/m2) and embed a.b.e. membrane well into the wet coating. On flat sur-
faces, it is recommended to use a fluted aluminium roller for this purpose. Membrane overlaps should be a minimum of 100mm on end laps and
75mm on side laps.
Second coat: When the first coat has dried sufficiently to take working traffic (2 - 3 hours), apply a second coat of super laykold (0,75l/m2) to
ensure the membrane is completely saturated and allow to dry.
Third coat: Apply a final coat of super laykold (0,6l/m2) to give a smooth finish.
Drying time @ 25º C - Touch dry: 1 hour, Hard dry: 24 hours, Full cure: 7 days
Note: If super laykold is used in a koi pond or dam, allow to dry for 14 days. Flush with clean water before filling pond.
COVERAGE:
2,1l/m2 full system.
CLEANING
Allow the system to dry for 7 - 10 days and then overcoat exposed area with a.b.e. silvakote.
PACKAGING
1l , 5l & 20l containers.
COLOURS
Black.
BLACK
suitable for Koi ponds
parapet walls roof laps roof screws dams & ponds
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super laykold tape Self adhesive waterproofing tape.
USES:
• Seals and repairs leaky, galvanised roof sheeting, holes and
overlaps, valley gutters, downpipes, roof screws, pipe vents,
ridging and capping.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surfaces to be covered must be clean, sound, dry
and free of grease, oils and loose materials.
Allow material to warm in sun before application.
BONDING/PRIMING
Prime surfaces with a.b.e. bituprime.
a.b.e. bituprime must be to a dry substrate. Allow 4 hours
for drying before applying super laykold tape.
APPLICATION
Cut to size before removing plastic wrapping and apply super laykold tape to the required area.
Sealing: overlaps need to be a minimum of 50mm. As flashing between a wall and a corrugated roof, the gaps must be filled with a.b.e. bituseal
plastic, or cement.
CLEANING
super laykold tape is to be left with the aluminium protection layer as is after application.
PACKAGING
2,5m x 50mm
2,5m x 75mm
2,5m x 100mm
2,5m x 150mm
5m x 100mm
5m x 150mm
10m x 75mm
10m x 100mm
10m x 150mm
10m x 225mm
COLOURS
Aluminium.
SILVER
roof screws parapet walls flashings
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Siloxane water repellent.
wallseal
USES:
• wallseal is designed to deposit a non-flammable, dry water-repellent film of silicone with in
the capillaries of porous surfaces that would otherwise discolour through moisture uptake
and stain as a result of deposition of water-borne contaminants and dirt. This water-repellent
film permits the substrate to “breathe”. wallseal will assist in stabilising lime in plaster
surfaces
BENEFITS
• Brush or spray applied directly from container.
• Equally effective on new or old surfaces.
• Preserves natural colour and texture of treated material.
• Allows surface to breathe.
• Reduces the risk of efflorescence and frost spalling.
• Inhibits penetration of soot and grime.
• Reduces unsightly staining unaffected by salt laden atmosphere.
SURFACE PREPARATION
The surface to be treated must be clean, sound and dry. It should be free from dust dirt, loose
particles and oily or greasy deposits. The surface should be dry to allow maximum penetration
of wallseal. No application should be made for at least 4 day after rain. Plaster should be
7 days old before coating and concrete should cure for at least 28 days.
BONDING/PRIMING
No special primer required.
MIXING
APPLICATION
wallseal should be applied by brush or through a low pressure knapsack sprayer. Application should commence from the highest point of the
surface and work down the surface. Some run-down of the coating is permissible but should not exceed 250mm - 300mm. A second coat may be
given but only after sufficient drying time is allowed between coats (± 2 hours).
Drying time @ 25º C - Touch dry: ±1 hour, Hard dry: ± 24 hours, Full cure ± 5 days.
COVERAGE:
3 - 5m2 / litre depending on porosity of substrate (minimum 2 coats)
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner
May be overpainted with high quality PVA/acrylic coating.
PACKAGING
1l, 5l and 25l containers.
COLOURS
Clear - water white.
CLEAR
WHITE
garden statues brick work stone work plastered walls
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4-metal primer Single-pack, water-bsed metal
etch primer.
USES:
• Suitable
• As a corrosion for solving the most
inhibitor difficult
on clean iron waterproofing
and steel suchproblems
as gates,on:
- Flat roofs.
fences, garden furniture, air-conditioning units and
galvanised
- Reinforcedsurfaces.
concrete.
BENEFITS
- masonry cement
• Easy
to apply.
• Increases the protection of steel against corrosion.
•SURFACE PREPARATION
May be overcoated.
•beEconomical.
applied over a foam cement screeds.
BONDING/PRIMING
SURFACE PREPARATION
Iron or steel surfaces
approximately 3,5 m2/l.should be freeonofthe
Depending loose rust. Exposed
porosity of the surface a second coat
metal
of primer
should
maybebethoroughly
required. wire-brushed to reach as clean
a state as possible. Galvanised steel should be degreased
APPLICATION
and completely
Depending free
on the of whiteconstruction
different rust and preventative compounds.
types, the sheets must be fully bonded to
MIXING
Stir well before
depends on theuse.
weather and may take from 8 days to 3 weeks. To protect timber floors from the flame, either sheets of ROLLBASE or a.b.e.
APPLICATION
4-metal
overlaps,primer
use themay beflame
torch applied to by brush
melt or rollerlining
the flaming straight
on from
the lower face of the membrane while the membrane is being unrolled. The sheets are
the
overlapped
tin. For spray
longitudinally
applicationby 100
thinning
mm, of
while
up tothe10%head
withlapswater
of the polyester reinforced membrane should not be less than 150 mm.
may be necessary.
Drying
removetime @ 25º C - top
the protective Touch dry:the
layer, 30use
min,ofHard dry: is2 to
a trowel hours
be avoided.
Overcoating time @ 25º C - Minimum 4 hours for water-based coating. Minimum 24 so
hours
When overlaying mineral finished membranes., the mineral surface must be heated thatfor
thesolvent-based
slate granulescoating.
are completely embedded in the
overlap.
COVERAGE
Practical
the membranecoverage
mustfornot
estimating
be overheatedpurposes:
and a12 m²/ l sign
further (minimum of 2application
of correct coats). is that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
CLEANING
Tools,
COVERAGE:brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with a.b.e.
super
Effectivebrush cleaner
coverage: 8,9mfollowed
2
/ roll. by washing with soap and water.
CLEANING
lowed byprimer
4-metal washing with
may besoap and water.
overcoated with water-based acrylics or alkyd enamels.
PACKAGING
10 days1l,
500ml, and then25l
5l and overcoat exposed area with a.b.e. silvakote.
containers.
PACKAGING COLOURS
abedex is supplied in rolls of 10m x 1m .
COLOUR Black.
Red oxide and grey.
RED
GREY
OXIDE
metal chair air conditioner fence steps
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Water-dispersed epoxy
emulsion paint with smooth finish. abecote WD 337
USES:
abecote WD 337 is a protective, decorative and oil-resistant coating (only for indoor use)
for cementitious, masonry and asphaltic surfaces, as a well as floor and wall coatings in:
- shopping areas
- factories & warehouses
- parking facilities i.e. garages
- dairies & milking parlours
- non-skid coating used with fine aggregate.
BENEFITS
• May be applied to damp surfaces.
• Easily over coated at any time for maintenance.
• Tough protective and decorative coating.
• Oil resistant.
• Petrol resistant.
• Economical.
• Maximum service temperature: + 60º C.
• Internal use only.
• Chemical resistance: 40% caustic soda, 5% lactic acid, 5% acetic acid, vegetable and
animal fats. Not recommended for continuous conditions.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Concrete surfaces must be clean and mechanically sound
and free of laitance, nibs, dust, grease and oil. Wet abrasive
or water blasting is the preferred method of surface
preparation. Moisture content tests must be conducted prior
to application of the priming system. Maximum moisture
content should be between 4 - 5% (e.g. Protimeter Survey
Master or equivalent). Any holes should be filled with an adequate mortar.
BONDING/PRIMING
abecote WD 337 is self priming. The first coat should be diluted
with up to 10 - 15% clean water and pre dampen the surface to obviate suction.
MIXING
Pre-stir base and activator. Add the entire base to the activator and stir for at least 5 minutes using a flat paddle. It has been found that
mechanical mixing gives better dispersion than manual mixing. A suitable mixing method would be a slow-speed electric drill (approximately 200 r/
min) fitted with a paddle. Mixing ratio 1:1 by volume.
Pot life: @ 20º C : 90 min / 5 litre, @ 30º C : 45 min / 5 litre.
APPLICATION
Mixed abecote WD 337 may be applied to the dampened substrate by water pre-moistened brush or roller. Ideally any first coat should be applied
by brush. As soon as a coat is touch dry, a subsequent coat may be applied. Unless the treatment is required to provide chemical resistance, an
additional two coats over and above the first primer coat is normally sufficient. Chemical resistant work or floors always requires three coats. Dry-
ing time will depend upon temperature, humidity and ventilation. If working indoors or in confined spaces, ensure adequate ventilation. Outdoors,
the wet film is liable to wash off in rain or be damaged by frost. abecote WD 337 may be overcoated at any time. Ensure that the surface is clean
and free of contamination and chalking. Overcoating, without intercoat adhesion problems, may be carried out with abecote WD 337 itself or
solvent-borne or solvent-free epoxies or other compatible coatings.
Drying time @ 25º C : Touch dry – 4 - 6 hours, Hard dry - 24 hours, Full cure – 3 days.
Over coating time @ 25º C : Minimum 4 - 6 hours.
CLEANING
During brief interruptions of work, equipment should be immersed in clean water. At major stoppages it must be washed with soap and water or
with a.b.e. super brush cleaner. Cured abecote WD 337 is almost impossible to remove.
Protect against traffic and spillage until cured. Most epoxies chalk and degrade in extensive sunlight.
PACKAGING
Available in 5 litre (2 part).
COVERAGE
8 - 10m2 / litre on smooth surface. (Minimum 2 coats)
COLOUR
LIGHT
GREEN IVORY STONE
MEDIUM PALE
SEA
GREY GREY
internal floors
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autokote Automotive underbody
protective coating.
USES:
• Suitable
• autokote for is asolving the resistant
corrosion most difficult waterproofing
coating problems on:
on automotive
- Flat roofs. (car, truck etc.) and farming implements.
underbodies
BENEFITS
• Impact
- masonry
and cement
abrasion resistant.
• Corrosion
resistant.
• Waterproof.
•SURFACE PREPARATION
Sound deadening.
• Dilution: Benzine
• Maximum service temperature: 70º C
BONDING/PRIMING
SURFACE
approximatelyPREPARATION
3,5 m2/l. Depending on the porosity of the surface a second coat
Surfaces
of primer may
mustbe berequired.
clean, mechanically sound and dry.
APPLICATION
BONDING/PRIMING
Depending on the different construction types, the sheets must be fully bonded to
the substrate.
While autokoteSee mayIndex publications
be applied directly‘Technical Specifications’
to any properly preparedor ‘Application
manual’ which
surface, better also describe
corrosion other methods
resistance of application
will be obtained such as mechanical fixing, hot air welding and bonding with adhesives. The substrate
over suitable
primers. Steel may be primed with a.b.e. 4-metal primer.
MIXING
Stir well before
overlaps, use
use the torch flame to melt the flaming lining on the lower face of the membrane while the membrane is being unrolled. The sheets are
APPLICATION
autokote
remove the may be applied
protective topby brush
layer, thebut
use this
of is normally
a trowel reserved
is to for
be avoided.
small areas. Most commercial applications are made with a splutter
gun having a nozzle of 6mm diameter.
overlap.
Overcoating time @ 25º C : 24 hours
Drying time @ 25º
the membrane must C not
: 24behours
overheated and a further sign of correct application is that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
COVERAGE
±0,7m 2
COVERAGE:/l on smooth surfaces. (Less on textured surfaces). (Minimum 2 coats).
CLEANING
CLEANING
abedex
PROTECTION should ON COMPLETION
be allowed to weather for a minimum of 8-10 weeks before overcoating with 2 coats of a.b.e. silvakote the system to dry for 7 -
None.
PACKAGING COLOURS
abedex
PACKAGINGis supplied in rolls of 10m x 1m . Black.
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
commercial trailers tractor cars
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Bituminous priming & sealing
solution with petroleum solvents. bituprime
USES:
Suitable for sealing and priming of all porous and non-porous surfaces
prior to treatment with
• Cold applied, filled bituminous compounds.
• Hot or cold applied bituminous sealants.
• Torch-on membranes.
BENEFITS
• Versatile bituminous primer for porous or non-porous surfaces.
• Used on concrete or metal.
• Economical.
• Easy to apply.
• Dilution: white spirits / turps.
SURFACE PREPARATION
The surface to be treated should be clean, sound and dry.
BONDING/PRIMING
bituprime is used as a primer.
MIXING
APPLICATION
bituprime may be applied by brush or spray.
The applied film must be allowed to dry before being
over coated with any waterproofing compound, or coating.
Overcoating time @ 25º C : Minimum 24 hours
Drying time @ 25º C : 4 hours
COVERAGE:
5m2/l
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned
immediately after use and before material has set with
a.b.e. super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap
and water.
bituprime is used as a primer and is covered by a waterproofing compound or coating.
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
bituprime as primer for torch-on membranes
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bituseal liquid Solvent borne mineral & fibre filled
heavy-duty bituminous coating.
USES:
• A heavy duty coating for protection of steel, wood, brick and
cementitious surfaces.
SURFACE PREPARATION
The surface to be treated should be clean, sound and dry.
• Steel - should be free of rust and loose material as well as oil
and grease.
• Galvanised steel - should be free of loose paint and grease and
in the case of new material, free of white anti rust treatment which
should be removed by scrubbing with a mixture of a.b.e. super
brush cleaner and abrasive soap. All residues must be washed
off atious surfaces - must be free of dust and laitance.
• Timber - must be clean and fairly smooth.
BONDING/PRIMING
Prime with a coat of a.b.e. bituprime, which should be allowed to dry before over coating,
except in the case of steel, which should be primed with a.b.e. 4-metal primer.
APPLICATION
May be applied with a stiff brush. Can be applied in conjunction with fibre glass membrane
to build and reinforce thicker coats.
COVERAGE:
1l /m2 (minimum 2 coats).
CLEANING
Where the coating is exposed to UV it is recommended after 3 - 4 weeks of weathering it is over coated with a.b.e. silvakote.
PACKAGING
Available in 1l , 5l & 25l containers.
COLOURS
Black.
BLACK
protective coating for corrugated roofs
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Wood preservative carbolineum
& creosote
USES:
carbolineum and creosote is intended for use in the
preservation of timber and is for exterior use only.
The toxicity and strong odour prohibit the interior use

of carbolineum and creosote for both human and
animal habitation. It should not come into contact with
food or potable water.
e.g. wooden poles, wooden fences, eaves and rafters.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be clean, dry and sound
BONDING/PRIMING
No primer required.
COVERAGE
2m2 - 6m2/l
MIXING
APPLICATION
Application by brush or dipping
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be
cleaned immediately after use and before material
has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner followed by
washing with soap and water.
None.
PACKAGING
COLOURS
Black.
BLACK
trellises wooden fences
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provonite Black coal tar paint.
USES:
provonite is a multi-purpose coating that retards the
rusting of metal and the degradation of wood. It is for
use on all structural steel, tanks and fences. It should
not be used with equipment in the food industry and
should not come into contact with drinking water.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to be clean, dry and sound.
BONDING/PRIMING
No primer required.
MIXING
APPLICATION
provonite may be applied directly from the container by
brush or roller.
Drying time @ 25º C : Touch dry - 6 hrs
Hard dry - 24 hrs
COVERAGE
6 m2 / litre ( minimum 2 coats).
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use
and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.
None.
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
fencing poles wooden sheds windmills iron sheds
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Black bituminous paint.
ravenol
USES:
• ravenol is a protective coating for metallic and cementitious
surfaces.
• Suitable for water tanks and piping.
• Economical protective coating for vehicle chassis.
BENEFITS
• Economical
• Provides protection
• Easy to apply.
• Solvent based
• Good water resistance.
• Non water tainting
• Chemical resistance: 10% ammonium hydroxide, 40% sodium hydroxide, 10% hydrochloric
acid, 10% sulphuric acid. domestic bleach.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be clean, mechanically sound, dry and free
of oil, grease, loose material and old paint.
BONDING/PRIMING
No primer required.
MIXING
Stir well before use. For spray application, some 10 - 15% by volume dilution with white spirits / turps
will be needed.
APPLICATION
ravenol can be applied by brush, spray or dipping. ravenol may be applied directly from the container.
Drying time @ 25º C - Touch dry: 1 hour, Hard dry: 24 hours. Overcoating time @ 25º C - Minimum 2 hours.
Maximum service temperature: Dry Immersion 60º C.
COVERAGE
8 - 10m2/l on smooth surfaces. A minimum of 2 coats must be applied.
CLEANING
immediately after use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.
None.
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
vehicle chassis tanks & piping
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silvakote Bitumen-based aluminium paint.
USES:
• silvakote is a general-purpose reflective aluminium
paint for metallic surfaces,
as well as bituminous and concrete surfaces.
BENEFITS
• It is UV resistant.
• It is highly reflective
• Easy to apply.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be clean, sound and dry. It is recommended
that surfaces be checked with a moisturemeter before coating.
• Steel - should be free of rust and loose material as well as

oil and grease.
• Galvanised steel - should be free of loose paint and grease
and in the case of new material, free of white anti rust
treatment.
• Bituminous surfaces - should be free of dust chalking and
other loose material. New bituminous surfaces should be
left to weather for 8 weeks before coating.
BONDING/PRIMING
silvakote is applied directly to the surface as a protective coating.
• Steel - use an etch primer.
• Galvanised - steel no primer needed.
• Bituminous - surfaces no primer needed.
MIXING
Stir well before use, and keep stirred during use.
APPLICATION
May be applied by conventional spraying, brush or roller.
Drying time @ 25º C - Touch dry: 1 hour, Hard dry: 2 hours
Overcoating time @ 25º C - Minimum: 2 hours
Max. service temperature: Dry 70º C.
COVERAGE
(Dependant on the porosity of the surface) Steel and galvanised steel: 14 m2 /litre, Bituminous surfaces: 6 - 8 m2 /litre (minimum 2 coats)
CLEANING
material has set with abe super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.
It may be necessary to apply a further coat of silvakote after 3 years.
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Bright aluminium.
SILVER
flat bitumen roofs steel tanks galvanized roofs galvanized roofs
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Semi-flexible vinyl tile adhesive.
bitubond
USES:
• Bitubond is used for bonding vinyl tiles or similar thermoplastic
floor coverings to cement screeds and firm even wooden
sub-floors.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to be clean, sound & dry. All dust & loose material removed.
If the sub-floor is porous, it must be primed with abe bituprime,
which should dry before application of bitubond.
APPLICATION
Expose containers of bitubond to room temperature for 24 hours.
Spread well-stirred bitubond by means of a triangular notched
trowel at 1.5mm x 1.5mm x 4mm centres. When bitubond is
ready to accept the tile, this is determined by the (finger tip) test,
namely touch the adhesive lightly with dry finger. No staining is to
be evident. Press firmly into the adhesive film. If staining is found
bitubond has become too dry. Scrape off and re-apply more
bitubond.
Drying time: Will accept tiles 25 - 40 minutes after spreading.
COVERAGE
3,5m2 -7m2/l depending on surface quality.
CLEANING
None.
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
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bitugrip Fibre filled bituminous adhesive
for roofing felt.
USES:
• bitugrip is used as an adhesive for cold bonding roofing
membranes (malthoids) to substrates and to themselves.
• Used to rejuvenate sound old roofing felt.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be clean, sound and dry. It is recommended
that surfaces be checked with a moisturemeter before coating.
BONDING/PRIMING
Cementitious surface must be primed with abe bituprime. Allow
to dry before applying membranes.
APPLICATION
bitugrip may be applied with a stiff brush. Membrane must be
laid into wet bitugrip. The first layer of membrane must only
be spot bonded but subsequent layers are to be fully bonded
to the first layer.
COVERAGE:
1.2 m2/l
CLEANING
material has aset with abe super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.
When using bitugrip to rejuvenate old roofing felts, the felt should be protected with abe silvakote after weathering for 4 -6 weeks.
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
used as an adhesive for cold bonding malthoids
apply by brush lay membrane into wet coat
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Synthetic resin polymer, which is used as a
mortar / screed improver and adhesive. duralatex
USES:
• Improving adhesion of thin sections of cement patches,
mortars and screeds to their substrates.
• Improving tensile and flexural strengths of sand and cement
mix permitting thinner layers to be used.
BENEFITS
• Single-component liquid can be easily gauged as required.
• Improves cohesion and workability.
• Improves mortars to provide waterproof repairs, renders and toppings that are highly
resistant to freeze/thaw cycling.
• Improves tensile and flexural properties allowing thin applications.
• Excellent bond to concrete, masonry, stonework, plaster and blockboard.
• Contains no chlorides.
• Can be applied to damp substrates.
• Tensile strength improved by ± 40 % and flexural strength by ± 45 % using 3:1 sand cement mortar.
COVERAGE
Dependant on application and thickness of application.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surfaces screeded, plastered or patched must be thoroughly clean and sound. These surfaces
must be free from grease, oil and other foreign matter. Laitance, dust, loose particles and any
spalling or flaking surfaces must be removed. Porous surfaces such as brickwork must be
thoroughly dampened before application to prevent suction.
BONDING/PRIMING
1. Adhesive slurry is made from equal parts of dry sand and cement.
2. Gauging liquid is made from equal parts of duralatex and clean water
3. Mix the gauging liquid and powder into a paintable solution and paint onto the surface. While adhesive slurry is wet screed must be applied.
MIXING
APPLICATION
As an ADHESIVE SLURRY: ±500 ml duralatex/m² (figures are approximate as quantity of duralatex used to produce workability will
depend on variations in mix’s water demand).
As a mortar or cement screed the following ratios of duralatex apply:

• 1,50l duralatex / m2 @ 12mm thick
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner fol-
The newly applied mortar must be protected from rain, direct strong sunlight and wind since too rapid
drying will produce shrinkage, cracking and reduce cohesion. The newly laid surface must be kept damp for at least 5 days to promote good
curing of the Portland cement.
PACKAGING
1l, 5l and 25l containers. as an admixture
COLOUR
White.
WHITE
for mortar
for floor screeds
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epidermix 318 Two component epoxy adhesive /
repair compound.
USES:
epidermix 318 is used for:
• Repairing and patching defects in concrete such as honey
comb and spalls.
• Fabricating components and repairing defects in fibre cement
products.
BENEFITS
• Compressive strength @ 25º C: 60MPa in 24 hours, 75MPa in 7 days
• Tensile strength @ 25º C: 17MPa
• Lap shear on grit plasted steel: 8MPa using 2mm bond line thickness
• Non-toxic after cured.
• Excellent water resistance.
• Resists aliphatic solvents, oils, petrol, diesel fuel.
• Resists dilute inorganic acids and dilute alkalis.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces treated must be clean, sound and dry.
Concrete should be chipped to expose main aggregate.
BONDING/PRIMING
No priming is required.
MIXING
Set up equal volumes of Base and Activator side by side on a
clean board. Do not take more than about 250 ml of each compound.
Mix thoroughly with a trowel or spatula. Mixing ratio - 1 base : 1 activator.
APPLICATION
Mixed epidermix 318 should be pressed into place in the repair area using a small amount first to wet out the surface and then building up the
required thickness. The viscosity of epidermix 318 is sufficient to hold its place in soffit repairs and on vertical faces. If the volume is too big to
repair in one placing, leave the contact surface rough to act as a key for a subsequent placing once the first one has set. A final smooth finish may
be obtained by trowelling off the surface of the still uncured epidermix 318 with water dampened steel trowel. Application by gloved hand or steel
trowel .
Pot life @ 25º C: 80 – 100mins/500ml
Curing time @ 25º C - Touch dry : 2 hours, Practical cure : 12 hours, Full cure : 7 days
Overcoating time @ 25º C - Min : 4 hours, Max : 23 hours
COVERAGE
1m2/litre per 1mm thickness (max. recommended thickness 25mm)
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner fol-
None.
PACKAGING
200ml, 500ml, 1l two component containers.
COLOUR
Grey (mixed material).
GREY
floor holes 1:1 ratio mix well apply

epidermix 318
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Structural wet-to-dry
concrete adhesive epidermix 344
USES
• As an adhesive: bonding fresh concrete to existing concrete, plaster or brickwork.
• Provide a damp-proof barrier within concrete matrix.
BENEFITS
• May be used in structural situations.
• Excellent bond to damp or dry surfaces.
• High ultimate tensile strengths.
• High ultimate lap sheer strengths.
• Bonds to rock.
• Compressive strength: 100MPa
• Tensile strength: 18 MPa
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces treated must be clean, mechanically sound and dry. It must be
free of foreign matter such as oil, grease, paint, dust, debris of preparation and any other
form of contamination, also cracked or loose stone.Maximum bond strength is only achieved
if main aggregate of existing concrete is exposed. This may be done by scabbling, grinding,
abrasive blasting or manual chipping. All cracked or loose aggregate must be removed.
BONDING/PRIMING
MIXING
Stir well the contents of both containers individually and ideally use a can opener to remove the lip from
both cans. Add the entire contents of the activator tin to the base material and stir with a flat paddle until an even, streak-free, grey mixture results.
This takes at least five minutes.
If only a small quantity of material is required, pre-stir contents of each can using separate clean paddles. Remove
two volumes of base and one volume of activator into a clean, separate container and mix together, to obtain
an even grey colour.
APPLICATION
Mix activator with base and stir well. (2 base : 1 activator) epidermix 344 should be spread onto the surface as soon as possible after complete
mixing. Apply the compound in a thin rough layer and only once the can is emptied should an attempt be made to spread to working thickness.
epidermix 344 is best spread by means of a stiff bristle brush such as a kitchen scrubbing brush. A paint brush with bristles shortened by 50 %
may also be used. If the original film has over-cured it must be roughened before application of the new layer of epoxy. Where a feather-edge is
needed, the aggregate size of the concrete must be adjusted accordingly.
Full cure: 14 days.
Pot life (minutes):

500 ml kit @ 15º C - 60 min, @ 20º C - 45 min, @ 25º C - 30 min, @ 30º C - 18 min, @ 35º C - 15 min.
1l kit @ 15º C - 50 min, @ 20º C - 37 min, @ 25º C - 25 min, @ 30º C - 18 min, @ 35º C - 12 min.
2l kit @ 15º C - 40 min, @ 20º C - 30 min, @ 25º C - 20 min, @ 30º C - 15 min, @ 35º C - 10 min.
COVERAGE
1litre/1.7 - 2m2 (Recommended wet film thickness 500 - 600 µm)
CLEANING
epidermix 344 is water missable and tools may be cleaned directly after mixing with clean water. Do not allow material to dry. abe super brush
cleaner followed by soap and water is recommended.
PACKAGING
500ml, 1l, 2l
COLOUR
Blue-grey (mixed material)
BLUE-
GREY
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epidermix 372 Two component epoxy adhesive, filler & grout.
USES:
epidermix 372 is used:
• As a general epoxy adhesive for most materials, excluding
certain plastics and stainless steel.
• As a filler. It may be filled with fine material such as wood floor,
silica sand and talc, to match the materials being filled.
• As a grouting medium for fixing dowels and bolts, horizontally
into concrete and rock.
BENEFITS
• Solvent-free. • Non-toxic
• Non-slump. • Compressive strength @ 25º C: 70MPa
• Easy to mix. • Tensile strength @ 25º C: 30MPa
• Bonds most materials. • Maximum service temperature 60º C
• Can be filled for use as a grout. • Excellent water resistance
• Resists solvent like: aliphatic • Economical.
solvents, vegetable mineral oils,
greases and petroleum fuels
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces treated must be clean, sound and dry. It must be
free of foreign matter such as oil, grease, paint, dust, debris
of preparation and any other form of contamination.
BONDING/PRIMING
MIXING
Mixing ratio: 2 base to 1 activator by volume. Carry out mixing on a flat clean surface, such as a board or plate. Set up carefully measured
quantities (2 volumes base and 1 volume activator) of each component, side by side on the mixing plate. Do not mix until application site
operations are ready.
Use separate tools to remove each component from its container thus preventing contamination. With putty knives, paint scrapers or
similar flat tools, mix the two components until a completely homogeneous material results. The larger the volume of the mix the longer should be
the mixing time. If a filled material is required, add the filler only after complete mixing of the base and activator has been achieved.
APPLICATION
Application by putty knife, trowel or mastic gun.
As an adhesive: Mixed material should be spread onto the face of one adherent, thickly enough to extrude when both faces are mated. Bonded
mating faces must be kept under compression until the adhesive layer has set.
As a filler: Mixed material should be smoothed into place using a trowel or similar tool.
Pot life: @ 15°C - 120 min, @ 20°C - 90 min, @ 25°C - 60 min, @ 30°C - 45 min, @ 35°C - 30 min
Curing time @ 25ºC - Touch dry: 6 hrs, Practical use: 24 hrs, Full cure: 7 days
Sanding time @ 25° C - If used as a filler requiring smoothing, sand after 24 hours cure
Overcoating time @ 25° C - Minimum :12 hrs, Maximum 48 hrs if being over-coated with an epoxy system.
COVERAGE
As an adhesive: 1m2/litre per 1mm thickness. Maximum application rate: 1mm
As a grout : 1 litre epidermix 372 by 1 volume sand (yield 1.3 litre mortar)
Max hole: 1,5 times bar diameter
As a filler: max. application rate is up to 15 mm.
CLEANING
a.b.e. super brush cleaner can ease cleaning before material has set.
If used as a filler, an epoxy coating is required. Allow a minimum of 12 hours and a maximum of 48 hours before commencing with epoxy coating.
PACKAGING
90ml, 500ml, 1l, 5l containers.
COLOUR
Creamy yellow. (mixed material) CREAMY
YELLOW
grouting anchor point adhere pool mosaics adhere basins for boat building
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Liquid epoxy grouting
compound - vertically epidermix 395
USES
• As a grout: as supplied or converted into a mortar, for fixing
dowel bars, bolts vertically down into concrete or rock.
• As a flowable grout or bedding.
• As a fast-setting crack repair compound.
BENEFITS
• Stronger than surrounding concrete and steel
• Easy pouring for upstanding bolts and concrete road/slab cracks
• Easy access to narrow gap horizontal areas
• Excellent water resistance
• Compressive strength @ 25º C unfilled: 34MPa
• Solvent resistance to: aliphatic solvents, vegetable and mineral oils and greases, petroleum fuels.
• Overlap shear strength after 1 day: 17,3MPa, 7 days: 17MPa, 14 days: 19,8MPa
SURFACE PREPARATION
BONDING/PRIMING
MIXING
Stir both containers individually and ideally use a can opener to remove the lip of the containers.
Add the entire contents of the activator tin to the base and stir with a flat paddle until an even streak-free
mixture results. This takes at least five minutes. If a mortar is required, premix the base and activator and then add silica grit
aggregate. Up to two volumes may be used and the whole mixture must be stirred until the aggregate is evenly
wetted.
APPLICATION:
Application by pouring or injection gun. Mix 1 part activator with 1 part base and stir well. As a mortar, add silica sand up to 2 volumes to the mix.
For best results, mixed material should be poured into the hole to such a level that when the bar is inserted, material displaced just reaches the
top of the hole. Do not grout with unfilled epidermix 395 into a hole larger than 1,5 times bar diameter.
Pot life (as mortar -500ml) @15º C: 80 mins, @20º C: 60 min, @25º C: 40 min, @30º C: 30 min, @35º C: 20 min.
Cure time @25º C: touch dry - 6 hrs, Practical cure - 12 hrs, Full cure - 7 days.
COVERAGE:
Grouting with epidermix 395 – Quantity Calculations: The quantity of grouting material can be calculated from the formula:
0,8 (D + d) (D - d)HN = litres of grout required
1000

Where
D = diameter of hole in cm
d = diameter of bar in cm
H = depth of hole in cm
N = number of holes
A filled grout will require ± 0,6 of this quantity of liquid when filled 1,5:1.
CLEANING
Clean with abe super brush cleaner, before the epoxy has set, after which rinse well with clean water.
PACK SIZE:
500ml,1l, 2l
COLOUR
Clear Amber (mixed material)
CLEAR
AMBER
for vertical grouting
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epidermix 396 Epoxy paste grouting
compound - horizontally
USES
• As a grout: as supplied or converted into a mortar, for fixing
dowel bars, bolts horizontally into concrete or rock.
• As a fast-setting non-flow adhesive.
BENEFITS
• Will not drain from hole, including overhead.
• Stronger than surrounding concrete and steel.
• Compressive strength @25º C: 90 MPa
• Solvent resistance: aliphatic solvents, vegetable and mineral oils and greases, petroleum fuels
• Excellent water resistance
• Tensile strength: 21 MPa
• Overlap shear strength after: 1 day = 12.5 MPa, 7 days = 13.8 MPa, 14 days = 14.1 MPa.
SURFACE PREPARATION
BONDING/PRIMING
MIXING
Mix both containers individually and ideally use a can opener to remove the
lip of the containers. Transfer complete contents of both containers to a large clean board or
plate, setting up the components side by side and not one on top of the other.
Do not combine the components until other aspects of the job are ready. When ready to mix, combine the ingredients together and blend, using
at least two trowels or spatula, until the compound is completely mixed. If a mortar is required, add an equivalent volume of silica grit and
continue mixing until a homogeneous material is obtained.
APPLICATION
If grouting horizontally or overhead, a mastic gun is required with a length of plastic tubing of sufficient diameter to fit tightly over the gun’s nozzle.
The tube must be long enough to reach the back of the hole. Fill the gun with the mixed epoxy compound or mortar and pump material into the
back of the hole, slowly withdrawing the tube until sufficient material has been deposited to fill the hole once the bar has been introduced.
The bar should be introduced with a rotary motion to ensure wetting of both bar and concrete, if it is important that the bar is truly horizontal a jig
or template must be used until the compound has set. Do not grout unfilled epidermix 396 into a hole larger than 1,5 times bar diameter.
Pot life/ 500ml: @15º C 80 min, @20º C 60 min, @25º C 40 min, @30º C 30 min, @35º C 20 min
Pot life/ litre: @15º C 60 min, @20º C 45 min, @25º C 30 min, @30º C 22 min, @35º C 15 min
COVERAGE: If mixed, unfilled epidermix 396 is sufficient for 1l annulus volume, and filled with silica sand (1:1) for 1.3l annulus volume.
Grouting with epidermix 396 – Quantity Calculations: The quantity of grouting material can be calculated from the formula:
0,8 (D + d) (D - d)HN = litres of grout required
1000

Where
D = diameter of hole in cm
d = diameter of bar in cm
H = depth of hole in cm
N = number of holes
If the dimensions are taken in centimeters, dividing the answer by 1 000 will give the number of litres of grout required, at a 2:1 filling ratio, half
of this volume of epidermix will be needed. At 1:1 filling ratio, three quarters of this volume of epidermix will be needed. These figures make no
allowance for site wastage of material.
CLEANING
Clean with abe super brush cleaner, before the epoxy has set, after which rinse well with clean water.
PACK SIZE:
500ml, metal container
COLOUR
Light cream
LIGHT
CREAM
for horizontal grouting
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Woodblock adhesive
grip-a-bloc
USES:
• For fixing 22mm woodblock flooring. (Do not use for miniature mosaic blocks).
BENEFITS
• Solvent free
• Ready to use
• Easy application
• Economical
SURFACE PREPARATION
It is important that sub-floors are firm, non-yielding, smooth,
even, clean, dry and free from foreign material. On contact
floors i.e. floors on ground, check for rising damp by placing
squares of roofing felt or plastic sheet (approximately 1 metre
x 1 metre) at various points and leave overnight. If dry, no
moisture will be present on underside of membrane when
lifted the following morning.
BONDING/PRIMING
No special primer is required.
APPLICATION
Spread adhesive evenly using a notched trowel held at an
angle of 60 degrees. When laying 22 mm woodblocks, notches
should be cut 5 mm deep at an angle of 45 degrees at a
12 mm centres. Do not allow adhesive to set before laying blocks.
Blocks must be laid immediately into wet adhesive. For individual blocks,
it is convenient to dip the blocks. Pour about 6mm of adhesive into a shallow dish.
Do not sand blocks for 48 hours after completion.
Dry in approximately 60 minutes.
COVERAGE
±1m2/litre (Spread abe grip-a-bloc evenly, using a notched steel trowel (or similar to a Vicker 24B course
serrated trowel) held at an angle of 60º.
CLEANING
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
for parque flooring
cracks ridged trowel 45º grooves dip blocks in

grip-a-bloc
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plastergrip Plaster adhesive / mortar and
screed improver.
USES:
• Bonding of cement screeds, concrete, masonary and
brickwork.
• Surfaces already painted with PVA or acrylic can also be
rendered using abe plastergrip as a bonding agent, provided
the existing coat is sound and firmly adhered.
BENEFITS
• Improves non-structural bond of cement screeds, renders and gypsum plasters.
• Bonds to sound PVA / acrylic surfaces.
• Good spread rate.
• Economical.
• Easy to apply.
• Non-toxic.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be clean, sound free of all dust, grease, oil, fungal growth or loose and
flaking particles. Suspect surfaces may be mechanically keyed down to virgin surfaces
(randomly), which will ensure good bonding.
MIXING
APPLICATION
• Horizontal surfaces i.e. floors:
Apply a.b.e. plastergrip to the prepared surfaces by means
of a brush or roller and apply screed directly onto the wet
a.b.e. plastergrip.
• Vertical surfaces i.e. walls or ceilings: Should be coated by
brush or roller and a scratch coat should be applied whilst the
a.b.e. plastergrip is still wet.
• In screed mix substitute ±25% of water with plastergrip
• Crack repairs - mix one part of plastergrip with one part fresh OPC and trowel into the the pre-cleaned cracks. The consistency of the slurry
may be adjusted by small etra additions of OPC or clean water, as required.
COVERAGE
10m2- 15m2/l depending on the surface porosity.
CLEANING
The newly applied mortar / screed or plaster must be left damp for at least 5 days to promote good curing.
PACKAGING
5l, 25l containers.
COLOUR
White.
WHITE
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joiners mate mitre bond Two part professional instant bonding system
USES:
Joiners Mate Mitre Bond is a two part professional instant bonding system comprising an
adhesive and aerosol activator. It is simple to use and bonds in 10 seconds.
Joiners Mate Mitre Bond is ideal for use on all cornice and profile mitres, trims, picture frames,
skirting and architrave joints, worktop end strips, PVCu trims and much more.
Suitable for bonding:
• MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)
• Wood & timber
• Rubber
• PVCu (Window Plastics)
• Metal
• Most Plastics
BENEFITS
• Simple to use
• Bonds in 10 seconds
• Super fast adhesion
• Service temperature: -60ºC to +80ºC
SURFACE PREPARATION
The surfaces to be glued should be clean, free from dust, grease and TOTALLY DRY.
BONDING/PRIMING
LIMITATIONS
Do not use externally on PVCu when moisture is present in the atmosphere or the PVCu is not
totally dry. Contact with moisture during application can cause discolouration of the PVCu.
This product is not suitable for permanent glass bonding or applications where the bonded joint
may be immersed in water.
APPLICATION
Ensure surfaces are close fitting. Spray activator onto one surface only and allow to evaporate.
Apply adhesive onto the other surface. Assemble and hold for 10 seconds, curing will be almost
instantaneous so exercise care when aligning.
PACKAGING
Joiners Mate Mitre Bond is supplied in a kit comprising of 50g adhesive and 200ml activator packed in boxes of 12.
COLOUR
Clear
CLEAR
ideal for kitchen & counter facia strips suitable for narrow & small joints
32
A premium quality, fast cure, flexible, paintable
smooth white filler that can be painted over in 1 hour. abe acrylic
USES:
• Suitable for interior use to fill gaps between most surfaces including glass ,
wood ceilings, plaster board, metals, ceramic tiles, plastics, painted
surfaces, ceilings, cornices and joints.
BENEFITS
• Fast cure
• Flexible
• 10% joint movement
• Excellent adhesion
• Paintable in one hour at 25º C
• Chemical resistance: Very good resistance to weathering, ageing, salt solution and diluted alkalis.
Not resistant to acids, fuels, oils or solvents.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be clean, dry and free from loose matter, oil, grease and
anything that may affect the performance of the product.
BONDING/PRIMING
Excellent bonding to most substrates. No priming required
unless specified otherwise.
APPLICATION
Cut the tip of the nozzle at the angle required. Apply
abe acrylic sealant from a caulking gun using sufficient
pressure to ensure adequate contact with sides of joint.
The surface of the joint may be smoothed over with a little
liquid soap and water.
Cure time @25º C - Touch dry: 1 hour, Full cure: 3 - 7 days
COVERAGE
Depending on joint size, but should do approximately 7m per 250ml cartridge on a 6mm X 6mm joint.
CLEANING
immediately after use and before material has set with
abe super brush cleaner followed by washing with
soap and water.
abe acrylic may be left neat on the interior walls with a PVA/acrylic paint. It is possible to coat abe acrylic
within 1 hour of application.
PACKAGING
250ml.
COLOURS
White.
WHITE
37
abe silicone Is a premium quality multi -purpose
silicone sealant.
USES:
• Suitable for interior and exterior use on most surfaces including glass, ferrous
metal, porcelain, ceramic tiles, plastic, painted surfaces and rubber.
BENEFITS
• Flexible
• 25% joint movement
• UV resistant
• Excellent adhesion
• It is fast cure single component, high performance sealant with anti fungicidal properties.
• Acetoxy cure.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surfaces must be clean dry and free from dust and grease. Non-porous surfaces
such as aluminium, glass and metal should be cleaned using a suitable solvent
for the substrate.
BONDING/PRIMING
Silicone sealants adhere to a variety of non-porous
surfaces such as glass-glazed ceramic and aluminium.
Priming for specific substrates may be needed to improve
adhesion.
APPLICATION
The use of abe duracord is recommended as backing
material. To create correct join depth and to use correct
amounts of adhesive, areas adjacent to the joints should
be masked with tape to prevent contamination and to
ensure a neat sealant line. The masking tape should be
removed immediately after tooling. Cut the top of the
nozzle at the angle required. Apply the abe silicone from
a caulking gun using sufficient pressure to ensure
adequate contact with sides of the joint. The surface of
the joint may be smoothed over with a little liquid soap
and water to ensure good contact between the sealant and the substrate.
Cure time @25º C - 24 hours.

Skinover time 15 minutes @ 23º C, 50% RH.
COVERAGE
Depending on joint size, but should do approximately 7m per 250ml cartridge on a 6mm X 6mm joint.
CLEANING
abe universal wipes are recommended for cleaning.
abe silicone is UV resistant. It must not be coated, with any other material.
PACKAGING
250ml.
COLOURS
White, clear and black.
WHITE CLEAR BLACK
38
One-component flexible silicone rubber sealant all purpose and multipurpose
USES
• For internal and external sealing of sanitary and kitchen fittings, including baths, sinks, vinyl and
ceramic tile joints.
• Sealing gaps around doors and window frames.
• Has excellent adhesion to metals, glass, ceramic, woods, tiles and painted surfaces.

BENEFITS
• 100% silicone
• Excellent weathering properties
• Easy to apply
• Contains a fungicide to prevent mould growth
• No maintenance required.
• High gloss finish
• Fast cure
• Non-slump
• Joint movement capability of 25%
• Temperature range: -55ºC to +200ºC

SURFACE PREPARATION
Surfaces must be clean, dry and free of grease and dust. Non-porous surfaces such as aluminium,
glass and metals should be cleaned using a suitable solvent for the substrate.

BONDING/PRIMING
Silicone sealants adhere on a variety of non-porous substrates such as glass, glazed ceramic and
aluminium. Priming may be needed to improve adhesion.

COVERAGE
Approxiametly 8,6m per 310ml cartridge on a 6 x 6mm joint.

APPLICATION
The use of abe duracord is recommended as a back-up material. Areas adjacent to the joints should be
masked with tape to prevent contamination and to ensure a neat sealant line. The masking tape should be removed immediately after tooling.
Cut tip of nozzle at angle required. Apply the sealant from a caulking gun using sufficient pressure to ensure adequate contact with sides of
the joint. The surface of the joint may be smoothed over with a little liquid soap and water to ensure good contact between the sealant and the
substrate.
Working time/tooling: 3 – 5 minutes.
Cure time @ 25ºC – touch dry: 1 hour, full cure: 24 hours.
The minimum width for joints should be 6mm. For joints between 6 – 12mm wide, a seal depth of 6mm is required. For joints above 12mm wide,
a width to depth ratio of 2:1 should be used, up to a maximum depth of 12mm.

CLEANING
Tools should be cleaned immediately after use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.

No protection required and must no be overcoated.

PACKAGING:
Multi purpose silicone: 310ml
All purpose silicone: 280ml

COLOUR RANGE:
Clear, Black, Grey and White
CLEAR BLACK GREY WHITE
39
DOW CORNING 781 One part, high strength and elasticity
multi purpose silicone sealant.
USES:
• Suitable
- Adheres for wellsolving the most
to a range difficult waterproofing
of non-porous problems
surfaces including on: aluminium, painted surfaces and composite boards.
glass,
- Has - Flatexcellent
roofs. resistance to aging, shrinkage, cracking and discolouring and UV resistant.
FEATURES:
• - masonry
High strength cement
• - metal and timber decks and terraces, with or without thermal insulation.
Good elasticity
• 100% silicone
SURFACE
• Solvent freePREPARATION
• Resistant
be applied over to ozone,
a foamUV radiation
cement and temperature extremes
screeds.
BONDING/PRIMING
SURFACE
approximately PREPARATION:
3,5 m2/l. Depending on the porosity of the surface a second coat
Ensure
of primerthatmaysurfaces
be required.
to be sealed are clean, dry, sound and free from frost, release agents, old sealants and other
contaminants
APPLICATIONwhich could impair adhesion. All surfaces should be cleaned and degreased by wiping with a suitable
solvent
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on the differentofconstruction
the sealant.types, the sheets must be fully bonded to
BONDING/PRIMING:
Special
dependspriming
on the for specific
weather andsubstrates
may take may
frombe needed 3
8 days to toweeks. To
improve adhesion.
protect timber floors from the flame, either sheets of ROLLBASE or a.b.e.
APPLICATION:
Application
overlaps, use temperature: +5
the torch flameto to+40ºC.
melt the flaming lining on the lower face of the membrane while the membrane is being unrolled. The sheets are
Cure
overlapped
rate atlongitudinally
23 ºC: 1 dayby = 3mm,
100 mm,3 days
while
= 5mm.
the head laps of the polyester reinforced membrane should not be less than 150 mm.
Areas adjacent to the joints should be masked
Bonding is carried out by torch application in such withatape
way to prevent
that contamination
a continuous bead ofofmelted
the substrates and to ensure
bitumen comes out froma the overlap. So as not to
neat
remove sealant line. Masking
the protective tape should
top layer, the usebe of removed
a trowel isimmediately after tooling.
to be avoided.
When
When back-up material
mineralisfinished
required,membranes.,
a.b.e. duracord is recommended. Back-up materials provide back pressure and
overlaying the mineral surface must be heated so that the slate granules are completely embedded in the
prevent
overlap. 3-sided adhesion that limits sealant movement capability.
The joint should be tooled within 5 minutes of application to ensure good contact
between
the membranethe sealant andbe
must not theoverheated
substrate. It
andalso gives asign
a further smooth, professional
of correct finish.
application is that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
COVERAGE:
Sealant
COVERAGE: can be used in a minimum 6mm width joint, for joints between 6 – 12mm wide
aEffective
depth ofcoverage:
6mm is required. For
8,9m2 / roll. joints above 12mm wide a depth ratio of 2:1 should be
kept, i.e.
CLEANING 16mm wide x 8mm deep. Do not use for joint dimensions greater than 25mm.
CLEANING:
Excess
PROTECTION sealant ON mayCOMPLETION
be cleaned off tools and non-porous surfaces whilst uncured with
abedex
a wet cloth. If
shouldcured it may to
be allowed beweather
removedforbya peeling,
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of 8-10orweeks
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before overcoating
10 days
abe superand thencleaner
brush overcoat canexposed
be usedarea with cleaning.
to ease a.b.e. silvakote.
PACKAGING COLOURS
abedexSIZE:
PACK is supplied in rolls of 10m x 1m . Black.
310ml

COLOUR RANGE:
Black, bronze, clear, grey and white
BLACK BRONZE CLEAR GREY WHITE
40
One part, sanitary silicone sealant. DOW CORNING 785
USES:
• For the sealing of sanitary fittings, including baths, showers, sinks, urinals and ceramic tile joints.

FEATURES:
• Mildew and fungus resistant
• 100% silicone
• Gloss finish
• Solvent free
• Resistant to ozone, UV radiation and temperature extremes

SURFACE PREPARATION:
Ensure that surfaces to be sealed are clean, dry, sound and free from frost, release agents, old sealants and other
contaminants which could impair adhesion. All surfaces should be cleaned and degreased by wiping with a suitable
solvent before application of the sealant.

BONDING/PRIMING:
Special priming for specific substrates may be needed to improve adhesion.

APPLICATION:
Application temperature: +5 to +40ºC.
Cure rate at 23 ºC: 1 day = 3mm, 3 days = 5mm.
Areas adjacent to the joints should be masked with tape to prevent contamination of the substrates and to ensure a
neat sealant line. Masking tape should be removed immediately after tooling.
When back-up material is required, a.b.e. duracord is recommended. Back-up materials provide back pressure and
prevent 3-sided adhesion that limits sealant movement capability.
The joint should be tooled within 5 minutes of application to ensure good contact between the sealant and the substrate.
It also gives a smooth, professional finish.

COVERAGE:
Sealant can be used in a minimum 6mm width joint, for joints between 6 – 12mm wide a depth of 6mm is required. For joints above 12mm wide a
depth ratio of 2:1 should be kept, i.e. 16mm wide x 8mm deep. Do not use for joint dimensions greater than 25mm.

CLEANING:
Excess sealant may be cleaned off tools and non-porous surfaces whilst uncured with a wet cloth. If cured it may be removed by peeling, cutting
or other mechanical means. abe super brush cleaner can be used to ease cleaning.

PACK SIZE:
310ml

COLOUR RANGE:
Clear and white

CLEAR WHITE
41
DOW CORNING 794 F One part neutral curing, glaze
and go sealant.
USES:
• For the glazing and weathersealing of all types of windows (PVC, wood and aluminium).
• Adheres to most porous and non-porous substrates including masonry, brick, aluminium,
metals, PVC, polyacrylate, polycarbonate, impregnated, varnished or painted wood, glass
and glazed surfaces.

FEATURES:
• Low modulus, high elasticity
• Non-corrosive to metals
• Mold and mildew resistant
• Easy to apply and tool
• Low odor
• Contains fungicide

Ensure that surfaces to be sealed are clean, dry, sound and free from frost, release agents, old sealants and other
contaminants which could impair adhesion. All surfaces should be cleaned and degreased by wiping with a suitable
solvent before application of the sealant.

BONDING/PRIMING:
Priming is not required

APPLICATION:
Application temperature: +5 to +40ºC.
Cure rate at 23 ºC: 1 day = 1,8mm.
Areas adjacent to the joints should be masked with tape to prevent contamination of the substrates and to ensure a neat sealant line. Masking
tape should be removed immediately after tooling.
The sealant should be gunned into place and tooled within 5 – 10 minutes, using a spatula dipped in soapy water.

COVERAGE:

CLEANING:
Uncured material can be removed by using a.b.e. super brush cleaner, while cured material may be removed by abrasion or other mechanical
means.

PACK SIZE:
310ml

COLOUR RANGE:
Clear

CLEAR
42
One part, neutral curing construction DOW CORNING 813 C
and concrete silicone sealant
USES:
• Suitable for interior and exterior application, such as external weather seals, expansion joints and joints in buildings and
other types of construction.
• Adheres to a range of porous and non-porous surfaces including concrete, masonry, brick, PVC-U, wood, glass and
glazed surfaces and some metals.

FEATURES:
• Low odor

Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry sound and grease-free. Porous surfaces must be mechanically cleaned of loose
particles using a steel brush or sanding.

BONDING/PRIMING:

APPLICATION:
Application temperature: -25ºC to +50ºC.
Cure rate at 23 ºC: 1 day = 2mm, 3 days = 4mm.
Areas adjacent to the joints should be masked with tape to prevent contamination of the substrates and to ensure a
neat sealant line. Masking tape should be removed immediately after tooling.
When back-up material is required, a.b.e. duracord is recommended. Back-up materials provide back pressure and
prevent 3-sided adhesion that limits sealant movement capability.
The joint should be tooled within 5 minutes of application to ensure good contact between the sealant and the substrate.
It also gives a smooth, professional finish.

COVERAGE:

CLEANING:
Uncured material can be removed by using a.b.e. super brush cleaner, while
cured material may be removed by abrasion or other mechanical means.

PACK SIZE:
310ml

COLOUR RANGE:
Black, bronze, grey and white
BLACK BRONZE GREY WHITE
43
filler foam Polyurethane fixing filler foam
USES:
• For internal and external applications.
• For fixing and sealing gaps around door and window frames.
• For general filling of cavities, cracks and holes i.e. where pipes
have been fed through walls.
• As effective insulator against damp and draught and is water resistant.
• Can be cut and painted.
BENEFITS
• Excellent adhesion to most construction materials.
• Expands up to 50 times its original volume.
• Fast curing.
• Self moulding to surface irregularities.
• Gives effective insulation against damp and draught and is completely water resistant.
• Flexible applicator nozzle allows easy access into difficult areas.
• Ozone friendly
SURFACE PREPARATION
Clean surfaces of dust, loose particles and grease. It is important to note
that moisture assists the foam adhesion, therefore moisten surfaces
thoroughly but do not allow standing water to occur. If required, areas
adjacent to the joint should be masked with tape to prevent contamination
of substrates. Masking tape should be removed once the material has
fully cured.
BONDING/PRIMING
MIXING
Shake the contents of the can for about 30 seconds to mix the material thoroughly.
APPLICATION:
Ensure adequate ventilation and hands are gloved. Screw applicator
nozzle onto valve, holding can upside down, press trigger on nozzle to
extrude foam. Shake well for about 30 seconds before use. Expands
50 times its original volume. Prevent blockage of valve by inserting
moistened match stick or screw. Clean with cellulose thinners or acetone while uncured.
COVERAGE:
When air temperature is below 0º C stand the can in warm water, not exceeding 30º C, to assist in the flow of foam. Do not use warmer water or
open flame as this might affect the expansion qualities of the foam. foam will expand + 50 times its original volume.
Foaming yield per 500 ml can ±24,6 litres.
Tack free time @ 25º C - 10 minutes.
Cutable time @ 25º C - 38 minutes.
Cured material can be cut, sawn or sanded. In areas where material is to be over painted, the foam should be cut flush with adjoining substrates
prior to painting. In situations where plastering or capping with sealant is required, the foam should be sufficiently recessed to allow for this. Where
sealants are to be used in conjunction with the foam the adjacent substrates should be free from contamination by the foam. abe pu filler foam is
not resistant to UV radiation and should be covered if exposed to prolonged sunlight anticipated
CLEANING
Cellulose thinners or acetone may be used in the uncured state.
PACK SIZE:
500ml
COLOUR RANGE:
Creamy yellow
CREAMY
YELLOW
44
ecoseal painters mate Eco-friendly flexible acrylic filler
USES:
ecoSEAL Painters Mate Flexible Acrylic Filler is a highly flexible acrylic sealant for use on
internal and external surfaces including skirting boards, door and window frames,
floorboards, ceilings, walls and plasterboard.
BENEFITS
• Resists cracking
• High performance acrylic
• For internal and external use
• Can be overpainted in 1 hour after application.
• No sanding required
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surfaces must be clean dry and free from dust and grease. Non-porous surfaces
such as aluminium, glass and metal should be cleaned using a suitable solvent
for the substrate.
APPLICATION
To be applied using a ecoSEAL Sleeve and a
Cox Powerflow CARTRIDGE Heavy Duty Skeleton
Gun. Surfaces to be sealed should be clean and dry.
Smooth surface within 5 minutes.
Sealant application between +5°C to +30°C. Store in
dry conditions above 4°C.
Skin Time 30 – 45 minutes
COVERAGE
Depending on joint size, but should do approximately 8 m per
300ml cartridge on a 6mm X 6mm joint.
PACKAGING
ecoSEAL Painters Mate Flexible Acrylic Filler
is supplied in 300ml sausages packed in boxes of 12.
ANCILLARY MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT

Cox Powerflow CARTRIDGE gun
ecoSEAL Sleeve
ecoSEAL Spare Nozzles
ecoSEAL Spare Lid
COLOURS
White WHITE
38
Elastometric moisture-curing
polyurethane sealant. flexothane 1
USES:
• flexothane 1 is used to seal expansion and contraction joints.
• Caulking of joints of facades, curtain wall panels, sealing of window and door joints.
• Sealing of connecting joints between wall and window.
• Typical substrates include concrete, brickwork, natural and synthetic stone, steel,
aluminium, wood, ceramic tiles and rigid plastic such as UPVC and polycarbonate.
BENEFITS
• One-part easy to use.
• Good UV resistance.
• Tolerates high joint movement (25%)
• May be overpainted with high quality PVA/acrylic paint.
• Service temperature: -40º C - +80º C
SURFACE PREPARATION
Suitable back-up materials must be used to adjust sealant depth in the joint e.g. abe duracord.
The surface to be treated should be clean, sound and dry. It should be free
from dust, dirt, loose particles and oily or greasy deposits and any previous sealant.
flexothane 1 displays excellent unprimed adhesion to most surfaces. Plaster should
be at least 7 days old before sealing and concrete should cure for at least 28 days.
BONDING/PRIMING
No special primer required.
APPLICATION
flexothane 1 should be applied by inserting the tube into a skeleton gun and
cutting the nozzle at the correct angle for application. Apply at a 45-degree
angle to the surface, always ensuring the joint is full. Tool sealant while wet
with a tooling applicator or tool with index finger.
Tack free time @ 25º C and 50% RH: Approx 130 minutes.
Cure time @ 25º C: 24 hours.
COVERAGE:
Theoretical coverage for estimating purposes: Cross section of joint (mm) 25 x 12 - 1,03 m / 310ml cartridge
Cross section of joint (mm) 20 x 12 - 1,29 m / 310ml cartridge
Cross section of joint (mm) 12 x 12 - 2.15m / 310ml cartridge
Cross section of joint (mm) 6x6 - 8.61 m / 310ml cartridge
Cross section of joint (mm) 3 x 3 - 34,44 m / 310ml cartridge
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after
use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner followed by
washing with soap and water.
May be painted with a high quality water-based PVA/acrylic coating.
PACKAGING
310ml.
COLOURS
White and grey.
WHITE GREY
45
painters mate High quality flexible acrylic crack
and gap filler.
USES:
• Suitable
• Ideal for for
usesolving
on doorthe most
and difficult
window waterproofing
frames, problems
skirting boards, on: walls and
ceiling,
- Flat roofs.
plasterboard.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All- masonry cement
surfaces to be clean, dry sound, free of dust, grease, oil, fungal growth,
loose
- metal
andand timber decks and terraces, with or without thermal insulation.
flaking particles.
SURFACE PREPARATION
BONDING/PRIMING
No special over
be applied priming required.
a foam Onscreeds.
cement damp surfaces painters mate can be applied
a as 1st coat when diluted (1 part painters mate, 1/2 part water).
BONDING/PRIMING
APPLICATION
approximately 3,5 m2/l. Depending on the porosity of the surface a second coat
Remove
of primer the
maynozzle
be required.
and cut off the end of the cartridge. Cut the nozzle to the
required width of bead and screw it back on to the cartridge. Place cartridge
APPLICATION
into a gun. Use
Depending sufficient
on the pressure
different to ensure
construction types,adequate
the sheetscontact
must with sides
be fully of joint.
bonded to
COVERAGE
Depending
depends onon thethe thickness
weather andapplied
may takepainters
from 8mate will do
days to approximately
3 weeks. To 8,6m
protect timber floors from the flame, either sheets of ROLLBASE or a.b.e.
per 310ml5-ply
malthoid cartridge
must onbe a 6mmbefore
nailed x 6 mmapplication
application.
of the membrane.
CLEANING
Tools,
overlapped
brushes
longitudinally
and mixingby equipment
100 mm, should
while the
behead
cleaned
lapsimmediately
of the polyester
afterreinforced membrane should not be less than 150 mm.
use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner followed
Bonding is carried out by torch application in such a way that a continuous by bead of melted bitumen comes out from the overlap. So as not to
washing withprotective
remove the soap andtop
water.
layer, the use of a trowel is to be avoided.
PROTECTION
overlap. ON COMPLETION
No special protection required.
May be coated must
the membrane with high quality
not be PVA acrylic
overheated and a paint.
further sign of correct application is that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
PACKAGING
310ml.
COVERAGE:
COLOURS
CLEANING
White.
PROTECTION
WHITE ON COMPLETION
PACKAGING COLOURS
46
Water-based neoprene adhesive.
quickgrip
USES:
• Suitable
• quickgrip forissolving the most gap-filing
a multipurpose difficult waterproofing problems
adhesive, which on: for
is suitable
- Flat roofs.
bonding most porous and non-porous surfaces, including plastic, wood,
concrete, brick,
- Reinforced plasterboard, GRP, carpets and metals.
concrete.
- masonry cement
BENEFITS
• • For
- metal andhastimber decks
grab and terraces,andwith or without
to form thermal insulation.
quickgrip instant properties cures a high-strength bond,
renovation purposes
which makes it ideal for fixing plasterboard to timber panels, dado rails, door
SURFACE
surrounds,PREPARATION
worktops, ceramics, skirting boards, general DIY, and repairs.
• It
be applied over for
is also ideal fillingcement
a foam gaps between
screeds.uneven surfaces.
• Shrinkage Approx. 16%.
BONDING/PRIMING
• Tack-free time surfaces
5 minutes.
All cementitous must be primed with a.b.e. bituprime at a rate of
• Water resistance
approximately 3,5 m good
2 when fully on
/l. Depending cured.
the porosity of the surface a second coat
• Bond
of primer strength
may be1000 required.
kPa
APPLICATION
SURFACE
Depending PREPARATION
on the different construction types, the sheets must be fully bonded to
thesurfaces
All substrate. Seebe
must Index
clean,publications
dry, sound,‘Technical
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BONDING/PRIMING
No special priming is required.
APPLICATION
Remove
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carried outcutbyoff endapplication
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suchnozzle
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of bead the
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to cartridge.
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of a trowel is to into gun. After
be avoided.
application surfaces mustfinished
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pressed together. The weight of the
When overlaying mineral the mineral surface must be heated so that the slate granules are completely embedded in the
panels
overlap.must be supported while curing. For heavier objects, or while
surfaces are uneven, it may be necessary to support the fixture initially
with panel pins.must
the membrane quickgrip
not be should only beand
overheated used on sealed
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of correct application is that an excessively large bead of melted compound does not
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PROTECTION ONslate granules are completely
COMPLETION
No special protection required.
COVERAGE:
COVERAGE
CLEANING
Depending on the
Tools, brushes andthickness applied quickgrip
mixing equipment should be will do approximately
cleaned immediately 8,6m
after use and before material has set with a.b.e. super brush cleaner fol-
lowed
per by washing
310ml cartridgewith
on soap
6mm and
x 6mmwater.
application.
CLEANING
10 days
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a.b.e. silvakote.
cleaned immediately after
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with in rolls
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PACKAGING
310ml cartridge.
COLOUR
White.
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abe super Water-soluble cleaner.
brush cleaner
USES:
• abe super brush cleaner can be used for removing
most types of wet coating from brushes, rollers,
mixing tools and other application equipment.
• It also removes hardened bituminous, alkyd, chlorinated
rubber and vinyl coating from equipment.
BENEFITS
• Water rinseable.
• Economical.
APPLICATION
• To clean brushes dip them into the abe super brush
cleaner, working the bristles well to achieve full wetting.
Allow to stand a few moments, shake out well and then
wash with soap and water. Repeat if necessary.
• abe super brush cleaner can be used to remove oil
and grease deposits from floors.
• abe super brush cleaner can be used to degrease
metal surfaces prior to
painting. Using a clean cloth, wipe the surface with
abe super brush cleaner and then wash with clear water.
• abe super brush cleaner can be made into a paste by mixing with a propriety
abrasive cleaner.
• abe super brush cleaner can be used to clean engines and other machinery.
Using brush , paint all oily areas with abe super brush cleaner.
• abe super brush cleaner can be used to remove stubborn spots of epoxy and
similar materials from the skin. Moisten a cloth with a little cleaner.
COVERAGE
Use copious amounts as required.
PACKAGING
COLOUR
Blue.
BLUE
WARNING
• Flashback along vapour trail may occur.
• Vapour may explode if ignited in enclosed areas.
• Extinguish fire with foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
• Water may be ineffective on fire.
for use on all tools and surfaces to ensure a good clean
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Bond-breaker and closed-cell back-up
material for use with joint sealants. duracord
USES
As a permanent preformed polyethylene joint filler and back-up material, for filling and dimensioning joints prior to sealing with an appropriate
flexible sealant.

BENEFITS
• highly flexible and compressible
• excellent recovery properties and tensile strength
• rot proof
• non-absorbent

APPLICATION
duracord should be compressed into the joint to ±70% of its original size. It should be inserted into the joint to a depth that will accommodate
the depth of the sealant. For example, for joints of 6 – 12mm wide, width and depth must be equal. For 12 – 24mm wide joints, depth should be
12mm.

PACKAGING
Supplied per metre in various diameters: 6mm to 50mm.

COLOUR
Grey
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duragrout Non-shrink cementitious grout
USES
BEDDING: column base plates, machinery base plates, bearing plates, crane rails.
GROUTING: anchor bolts, cables, starter bars, top steel.
REPAIRING: cavities in concrete. cavities in confined spaces.
BENEFITS
• Quickly develops placeable consistency.
• Remains cohesive and does not segregate.
• Does not shrink.
SURFACE PREPARATION
duragrout
A minimum clearance of 50 mm is required between bed and base. For smaller areas where the flow
will not be restricted, a limited minimum thickness of 25 mm is recommended. When grouting
anchor bolts, three times the bolt diameter is necessary. Smaller clearances should be grouted with
one of the epidermix range of epoxy compounds.
Provision for the escape of entrapped air must always be made. Contact surfaces must be clean, sound,
free from dust and shutter release oils. Concrete surfaces must be thoroughly pre-wetted but excess
surface water (free water) must be removed prior to placing the grout. Surface temperatures should not
be less than 5º C. Always ensure that the shutters are watertight and sealed to prevent suction of water
from the product.
Ensure that the grout delivery head is of adequate height in order to accommodate the distance the
grout must flow. Always pour from one side thus ensuring that the grout fills the voidwithout entrapping air.
BONDING/PRIMING
No primer required but in certain instances abe epidermix 344 should be used.
MIXING
All water contents apply to 25 kg pockets of duragrout. Water quantities must be adjusted to match size of mw. Mixes must always use complete
pockets, but more than one pocket may be used.
Mixing of grout may be carried out in a pan mixer, drum mixer or by using a slow-speed electric drill fitted with a suitable paddle. Using the
standard 25 kg pocket of grout, add 3,5 litres of water to the mixing vessel. WHile stirring continuously, add the dry powder until the mixture is free
from lumps. Then add further water (500ml to 1 litre), continuine mixing until a smooth, creamy consistency is obtained. Total mixing time should
be approximately three minutes.
APPLICATION
Mixed grout should be poured into the cavity at one point only to avoid entrapping air. For best results, mixed grout should be poured within 10
minutes of mixing and definitely within
30 minutes. If grout is not placed immediately after mixing, keep the material agitated.
Grouting mixture more than 30 minutes old must be discarded. duragrout can be compacted by gentle rodding or punning. It may also be applied
by means of standard low pressure grouting pumps. Do not re-temper the grout should the consistency drop due to time lapse.
Workability time @ 25º C : 30 min.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
SETTING TIME @ 20º C
Water Content Flow Cone Initial Set Final Set
4 litres / 25kg 50 sec 1 hr 55 min 2 hr 55 min
4,5 litres / 25kg 25 sec 2 hr 30 min 3 hr 55 min
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH using 100 mm cubes - MPa

Water Content 1 Day 3 Days 7 Days 28 Days
4 litres / 25kg 20 45 55 67
4,5 litres / 25kg 13 35 45 60
TENSILE STRENGTH by splitting 70 mm diameter specimens - MPa

Water Content 7 Day 28 Days
4 litres / 25kg 5,4 5,9
4,5 litres / 25kg 4,5 5,2
duragrout USED AS A RAM CONSISTENCY

Powder Mass - 25 kg
Water Demand - 3 litres
Wet density - 2,327 kg/litre
Yield - ± 12 litres
TYPICAL COMPRESSIVE STRENGTHS

1 day - 44 MPa
3 days - 58 MPa
7 days - 62 MPa
28 Days - > 70 MPa
COVERAGE
One bag of duragrout will yield +12,5 l of mortar.
CLEANING
Grout surfaces should be protected from wind or high temperature, which can cause rapid
drying. Cover the surface with damp sacks. Do not allow the sacks to dry out; alternatively
apply duracure SBS or abe duracure WBC curing compound.
PACKAGING COLOUR
Duragrout is supplied in 25 kg polyethylene lined paper bags. Grey GREY
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Polymer modified, fibre-reinforced
Structural repair mortar durarep FR
USES
• Potable water retaining structures.
• Repairing voids and honeycombed areas.
• Also applied by gunning (wet or dry process).
• Bedding mortar for concrete planks i.e. seats at sports stadiums, suspended flooring.
• Water cooling towers.
• Harbour wharf repairs.
BENEFITS
• Ready to use.
• Easy to work. durarep FR
• High ultimate strength.

• Resistant to frost and thawing salt.
• Chlorine free.
• Non-shrink.
• Good bonding concrete.
• Increased abrasion resistance over plainrendering (4 - 6 times).
• Constant quality /performance (pre-blended).
• Non-toxic.
SURFACE PREPARATION
The substrate must be sound, firm and clean, free of oil, grease, loose particles and cement laitance,
old layers of paint, or other contaminants. All edges to be repaired must be
square cut to a minimum of 10 mm deep, perpendicular to the surface, followed by the removal of all
unsound material. When using compressed air for cleaning, the air must be clean and
oil free. Never feather edge the product. Absorbent substrates must be thoroughly wetted, to reduce suction,
which causes shrinkage, resulting in loss of bond. This must be carried out at least 12 hours prior to the application of durarep FR. The substrate
is required to be well dampened, with no free water on the surface. All metal to be coated must be clean, mechanically sound and dry. Expose all
corroded reinforcing steel and grit blast. A clean bright finish is required ensuring that all corrosion products are removed, particularly behind the
steel. The anchor pattern should be approximately 40 to 60 microns from peak to valley. Prime before flash rusting occurs, see
data sheet durarep ZR primer.
BONDING / PRIMING
Use epidermix 344 wet to dry epoxy as a primer for structural applicatiowhere the bond strength must be equal or greater than the parent mate-
rial. All exposed reinforcing bars must be primed by applying durarep ZR primer (see relevant data sheets).
MIXING
Add approximately 2/3 of the mrequired mixing water and while stirring, preferably mechanically, slowly add the powder and mix until lump free .
The plastic-thixotropic mortar can now be applied by trowel, spatula or float. The mortar can be made up to a stiffer consistency by using less
water. Note: High speed mixing entraps an excessive amount of air and therefore should be avoided.
APPLICATION
durarep FR is used for repair and restoration of large horizontal areas and vertical surfaces, such as worn concrete road surfaces and bridges, as
well as for repairing concrete, renderings, natural and artificial stone, and erosion damage to sewer tunnel structures. On vertical surfaces,
durarep FR is suitable for surface repairs, remoulding large breakaway at the edges (on pillars and chords). Rubber gloves should be worn
because of the material’s high cementitious content (alkaline). Application may be carried out in layers or applied up to 70 mm in one pass. When
striking off thick sections care should be taken in terms of timing as the material below may not have set sufficiently and due to its thixotropic
properties hogging may occur (slumping) resulting in surface cracking.
COVERAGE
25 kg of durarep FR powder with 4,2 litres of water yields approximately 13 litres.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Compressive Strengths
24 hours 16 MPa
3 days 25 MPa
7 days 35 MPa
28 days > 45 MPa

CLEANING
Clean tools with water before the mortar hardens. Hardened material can only be removed by mechanical means.
Like all cement based materials durarep FR must be cured immediately, as soon as the surface
will not be marred. This is carried out by applying, by brush or spray, a suitable curing compound like duracure SBC or as recommended by
a.b.e. Construction Chemicals Limited. In rapid drying conditions caused by high winds or direct sunlight additional precautions should be in-
cluded like sealing with polythene sheeting having the edges taped down. This may include damp hessian behind the sheeting to prevent moisture
loss. Similarly in cold conditions, the repaired area must be protected from freezing.
PACKAGING
durarep FR is supplied in 25 kg polyethylene lined paper bags.
COLOUR
Grey
GREY
repairing and bedding concrete
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durarep QS Fast-setting chemical-action
concrete
USES
durarep QS is a non-shrink material. Its slight expansive qualities are beneficial to grouting, anchoring
and patching procedures. durarep QS will bond to almost any material such as
concrete, masonry, wood or steel.
• Concrete pavement joint repairs.
• Airport runway light installations.
• Expansion device nosing.
• Anchoring bridge railings.
• Truck dock repairs.
• Large balustrades. durarep QS
• Parking deck and ramp repairs.

• Heavy industrial repairs.
• Do not use if it will come into contact with galvanised steel or aluminium.
BENEFITS
• Requires only addition of water.
• Cold room application (NB - where material, substrate and surrounding temperatures are elevated to 25º C
in a ‘tent’ - quick setting properties).
• No pre-saturation.
• No curing required
• No bonding agents required.
• Water soluble for easy cleaning of equipment.
• Self levelling matrix (flowable).
• Hardens in 15 minutes - ready for traffic in 45 minutes.
• Yield per bag extended by addition of course aggregate (9 - 13 mm stone).
• Ideal for repair work in coastal regions (prevents corrosion of re-bars) and aggressive environments such as mining, heavy industry, sewerage.
• Bonds to concrete, masonry, steel, wood.
Compressive strengths
Period durarep QS Typical concrete

1 hour 8 MPa -
3 hours 20 MPa -
24 hours 30 MPa 3,5
3 days 38 MPa 13
28 days 50 MPa 25
SURFACE PREPARATION
The substrate must be sound, firm and clean, free of oil, grease, loose particles and cement laitance, old layers of paint, or other contaminants.
The surface may be damp or dry but dust free prior to placing durarep QS.
All edges to be repaired must be square cut to a minimum of 10 mm deep, perpendicular to the surface, followed by the removal of all unsound
cleaning, the air must be clean and oil free.
Never feather edge the product. All metal to be coated must be clean, mechanically sound and dry. Expose all corroded reinforcing steel and grit
blast. A clean bright finish is required ensuring that all corrosion products are removed particularly behind the steel. The anchor pattern
should be approximately 40 to 60 microns from peak to valley.
MIXING
A suitable size mixing vessel that will accommodate full bag lots using a pan mixer or a heavy duty mechanical drill type mixer and a spiral pad-
dle stirrer that operates around 400 - 500 r/min is recommended. After adding clean water to the mixing vessel, preferably mechanically, slowly
add the durarep QS powder to and mix for approximately 1,5 to 2 minutes, until the mortar is homogeneous and lump free. Never exceed the
prescribed amount of water. Place the material immediately before setting occurs. Set/stiffened material must be discarded. Never re-temper the
product - dicard and use a fresh batch. When adding course aggregate never exceed the powder water ratio recommended - workability will be
reduced by the addition of aggregate. Note: High speed mixing entraps an excessive amount of air and therefore should be avoided. The yield per
bag can be extended by the addition of 15 kg of clean, dry, dust free coarse aggregate (9 -13 mm). It is important that the water demand per 25 kg
of durarep QS must not change or be increased due to the addition of stone. Never contaminate or add Portland cement to durarep QS, this will
destroy the product’s performance.
APPLICATION
Ensure that all preparation, shutters and other equipment and tools are ready and in place to receive durarep QS prior to mixing as the material
sets quickly. The flowable-thixotropic mortar can be poured into place and finished by trowel or float.
Use neat material for repairs between 25 mm to 50 mm in depth and 100 mm width - joint repair edges should not be less than 50 mm deep. For
deeper repairs, > 50 mm, a 25 kg bag of
durarep QS concrete may be extended by adding up to 15 kg of properly prepared aggregate (not larger than 13 mm). Application may be carried
out in layers or applied up to 250 mm in one pass. As durarep QS bonds to most building materials, ensure that all surfaces where bonding is not
required, i.e. shuttering, be coated with a high quality release agent.
COVERAGE
25 kg of durarep QS with 2,2 litres of water yields approximately 13 litres.
CLEANING
Clean tools with water before the mortar hardens. Hardened material can only be removed by mechanical means.
PROTECTIONON COMPLETION
durarep QS should air-dry for proper cure. Do not use a curing compound or wet cure.
PACKAGING
durarep QS is supplied in 25 kg polyethylene lined paper bags.
COLOUR PRECAUTIONS
Grey • durarep QS is a pre-blended formula and must be used as supplied. No further sands, cements or components must
be added. Mix only with the prescribed quantity of water.
• The addition of clean water must be carefully gauged and controlled as this ratio is critical to the correct functioning of
GREY durarep QS.
• Ideally durarep QS should be placed to a thickness of 25 mm or more. Never use where the thickness will be less than
15 mm.
• Due to it’s alkaline nature durarep QS must never be used in direct contact with aluminium or galvanised steel.
• durarep QS is designed as a rapid setting mortar for concrete repair and patchwork and should not be used as a
precision mortar.
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Cementitious waterproofing slurry
duraslurry
USES
duraslurry is an economical, easily applied method of providing a permanent waterproof skin on concrete,
plaster and brick surfaces. It may be used on both new and existing structures on either the wet or the dry side.
duraslurry is recommended for:
• Foundations • Basements
• Tunnels • Supporting walls
• Dams • Reservoirs
• Ponds • Pools duraslurry
• Silos • Sewage plants

• Underground structures
duraslurry acts by the conversion of the free lime in the concrete to insoluble calcium compounds. These seal
against capillary ingress of water into the dry slurry film. Water soluble materials in the slurry penetrate the
substrate surface where they in turn crystallize, thus anchoring the coating to the substrate. duraslurry must not
be exposed to backwater pressure, running water or rain, until it has fully set. The treated surface must be
protected from heat and wind. Drying should be as slow as possible. Note: Since the duraslurry system is
based on a chemical reaction taking place inside the concrete, some moisture penetration can be expected
until voids are sealed by the crystallization process.
BENEFITS
• Easy to use
• Economical
• Wide rande of applications.
• Service temperature (fully cured): -40º C - +80º C.
MIXING
duraslurry only needs the addition of water to be ready for use. Gauge duraslurry with water to produce a viscous creamy consistency
(1 volume clean water to 2,25 -3 volumes duraslurry). Mixing may be done by hand or mechanical mixer and should be continued until a homo-
geneous, lump-free product results. In manual mixing. lumps may be broken down with the gloved hand. on completion of mixing, material must
be used within 30 minutes. Never attempt to reconstitute by further dilution, mixed material that has become too stiff to apply.
SURFACE PREPARATION
duraslurry is designed for use on porous, absorbent surfaces. Highly porous surfaces such as common bricks should be plaster rendered before
waterproofing. All surfaces must be clean and sound. They must be free of laitance, shutter release oil, dust, loose particles and any other foreign
matter including fungal growth. Large cracks and honeycomb should be given a thin coating of duraslurry, mixed as described in this data sheet.
They should then be filled with 3:1 - 4:1 sand/cement mortar prior to applying the overall duraslurry system. Floor/wall joints should be cut sand/
cement mortar, prior to applying the duraslurry system.
BONDING / PRIMING
No primer required.
APPLICATION
Any surface to be treated with duraslurry must be fully saturated beforehand, preferably the day before. Surfaces such as floors must be free
of ponded water and verticals must be free of water running down the face. Apply duraslurry by hand using either a medium-hard block brush
or a notched trowel. Treatment must be applied in two or three coats. A second coat must be applied as soon as the first coat can no longer be
disturbed by brushing. If a third coat is requiredit must follow.within 24 hours, with the surface having again been pre-dampened. On horizontal
surfaces duraslurry is normally applied by brush, although the second coat of a three-coat system may be notch trowelled. Vertical surfaces,
except for the final coat of the system are usually applied by notch trowel. The final coat of a system must be applied by brush and left as smooth
as possible.
COVERAGE
1. Waterproofing externally against damp earth and moist ground. 2 COATS using 2-3 kg/m²
2. Waterproofing internally against rising damp or up to 1 m head of underground water.
2.COATS using 4-5 kg/m². Treated floor surfaces must be protected against subsequent
traffic with a cement rendering.
3. Waterproofing internally to retain water as in reservoirs. Waterproofing externally against
more than 1 head of underground water; water pressure; surfaces below the water table;
earth covered slabs.
3 COATS using 6-7 kg/m²
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately after
use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap and water.
duraslurry may be overpainted with a high quality PVA/acrylic paint.

PACKAGING
duraslurry is supplied in 25 kg polyethylene lined paper bags.
COLOUR GREY
Grey
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flashpack/bidim Non woven, continuous filament,
needle-punched, polyester geotextile.
USES:
• Drainage behind retaining walls.
• Filtration in sub-soil drains.
• Separation of aggregate on driveways, paths and
storage areas.
• Protection of plastic waterproof membranes in garden
or structural applications.
• As a waterproofing membrane when saturated with
bitumen.
• Filter under riprap retaining river banks.
• Roof gardens/Atriums.
• Window boxes.
• Drainage pipe.
• Underground waste disposal and soak away.
• Perimeter Sub-soil drain.
• Stabilization of the above mentioned.
BENEFITS
• Paving: ensures correct drainage and prevents risk of subsidence.
• Garden paths: prevents the natural soil from mixing with the sand or gravel and reduces
maintenance.
• Drainage: envelops the drain trench and improves the efficiency of the drain by holding
back the fine particles of soil.
• Roof gardens & window boxes: separates the drainage course from the top soil and
prevents particles entering the outlet system.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Bidim flashpack is a rugged material and can be placed
upon most soil or stone surfaces around the home with
in reason.
BONDING/PRIMING
No priming required unless specified otherwise (dependent on the a.b.e. product
it gets used with).
APPLICATION
For separation / stabilization, place the Bidim flashpack onto prepared subgrade,
overlapping the material by 100mm where necessary. Place the base on top of the
Bidim flashpack.
PACKAGING
Bidim flashpack is supplied in packs of 10m x 1m or 10m x 1,3m.
bidim U14 rolls are also available in 1.32m, 1.76m and 2.65m wide.
COLOURS
Grey
GREY bidim used under

garden paths
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Hot-melt bituminous compound
rock bitumen
USES:
Anti-corrosion protection of metal punchings and steel plate fillings used in marine keel ballast
applications, wood block adhesive and other applications.
NOTE: For hot applied roofing membrane bonding use hot-mop bitumen
BENEFITS
• Very rapid drying filler and adhesive
• Water impervious
• Non-toxic
SURFACE PREPARATION
The surface to be treated must be CLEAN, DRY and SOUND.
BONDING / PRIMING
Use abe bituprime if a primer is specified.
APPLICATION
Surfaces to be bonded must be laid immediately into the hot bitumen whilst still liquid.
The rock bitumen should be cut into small pieces using a heated shovel blade. Melt
a few pieces of rock bitumen and gradually add more pieces to the molten material,
stirring until the bitumen reaches the recommended 170° C application temperature,
when it should be used as soon as possible.
Do not melt more bitumen than can be used immediately, since cooling overnight and
then reheating can cause degradation. Care must be excercised when melting
rock bitumen to ensure that overheating does not occur, as temperatures in excess
of 190º C will cause decomposition of the bitumen. Oil jacketed melters are preferable.
rock bitumen should also not be maintained at elevated temperatures for longer than two hours.
Softening point: 80 - 90º C

Pouring point: 170 - 180º C
COVERAGE:
1kg/m2/1mm thick.
CLEANING
Use abe super brush cleaner.
Not required unless exposed to extensive sunlight, in which case coat with abe silvakote in
two coats.
PACKAGING
Rock bitumen is supplied in 25 kg silicone lined paper sacks.
COLOUR
Black.
BLACK
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tree seal Prune wound protectant.
USES:
• In order for trees and shrubs to remain healthy and continue
to grow and produce fruit it is necessary to ensure that
these plants are regularly pruned. Correct shaping of
plants can help produce more economic fruit crops. It is
important to remove dead or diseased wood, as plants
need light to grow well.
BENEFITS:
Does not contain fungicidal ingredients.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Pruning cuts should be made immediately
above buds or side branches at an angle
of approximately 45 degrees to allow water
to run off. Ensure cuts are clean by using
sharp tools and avoid damaging or bruising
the plant whilst cutting. Apply tree seal pruning
grade immediately to the freshly cut and trimmed
plant ensuring surface area is completely and
thoroughly sealed.
BONDING/PRIMING
No bonding or priming is necessary.
APPLICATION
tree seal pruning grade is applied by brush ensuring the entire
surface area is completely covered.
COVERAGE
Use as required.
CLEANING
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned immediately
after use and before material has set with abe super brush cleaner
No further protection is needed.
PACKAGING
500g tubes, 1l, 5l and 20l containers.
COLOURS
Black.
BLACK
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epidermix crack repair system

For the repair of cracks in concrete by injecting them with epidermix pumped in under pressure as
a well tried and tested process.
A properly executed crack injection will restore strength to the concrete and will seal it against entry of moisture and chemicals. Cores taken from
injection repaired concrete will often be found to have a higher crushing strength than the parent concrete. This is due ot the reinforcing effect of
the resin. Crushing facture should not occur on the plane of the injected crack. Often it will occur at right angles to the cracked plane.

IMPORTANT
Before attempting a crack repair the cause of racking must be found. If the crack is working the amount of movement must be determined. The is
no point in repairing a crack oif the structure is still subject to the stresses that caused the crack. The structure will simply crack again at the next
weakest point. If it is proved that the crack is moving it should be cut out and sealed with a fully flexible sealant. This will exclude moisture but will
give no strength. (See data sheet on durakol in the sealants section.)

epidermix COMPOUNDS USED IN THE CRACK INJECTION SYSTEM
epidermix 365 – if crack width exceeds 0,10mm
epidermix 389 – if crack width lies between 0,10 and 0,05mm
epidermix 395 – used in crack repair of concrete roads
epidermix 314/372 – for surface sealing prior to the injection process.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO CARRY OUT CRACK INJECTION SYSTEM
- Long shanked grease nipples (±30mm long).
- Manually operated pump type grease gun.
- Power drill with 6mm mansonry bit.
- Wire brush.
- Fine stiff wire.
- Pins.
- Cold chisel and hammer.
- Rubber or plastic tubing – 6mm I.D.
- Flat paddles for mixing injection resins.
- Putty knives for mixing epidermix 314/372.

METHOD OF CARRYING OUT CRACK INJECTION SYSTEM
• The surface over the entire length of the crack should be wire brushed to remove laitance from the concrete.
• If the surface of the concrete is unsound chase a V-cut at least 10mm deep and 20mm wide into the crack.
• Remove all debris.
• Drill into the crack using the 6mm bit. Drill at least 50mm deep. Ensure that the crack lies within the sides of the hole. Using fine stiff
wire scratch out dust that may block the crack in the sides of the hole. Holes should be between 250 and 300mm centres. The finer the
crack the less the centres.
• Seal the grease nipples into the holes with a collar of epidermix 314. Cover the head of the nipple with a short length of rubber or
plastic tubing to ensure the inlet is kept free of epoxy. Also ensure that the outlet is kept free of epoxy.
• Having sealed the nipples into the crack, seal the entire face of the crack with epidermix 314 applied about 3mm thick and
approximately 50mm wide. Where the crack is chased out the chase should be filled with epidermix 314 and finished flush with the
concrete surface.
• Allow to cure overnight.
• Next day, open the non-return ball valves of the nipples by forcing in pins.
• Fill the injection gun with correctly mixed epidermix liquid.
• Starting at the lowest point of the crack or at one end, if the crack runs horizontally, pump in liquid resin. Continue pumping until resin
exudes from the next nipple. Remove pin and carry on pumping for a few more strokes of the gun.
• Disconnect the gun from the inlet and attach it to the nipple from which resin exuded.
• Continue this sequence working either up or along the crack. After about 30 minutes, return to the first nipple that was filled. Reopen
the ball valves with pins and try to pump in further resin. This ca usually be done as the resin may have seeped away into finer cracks
or pockets of honeycomb. If foamy resin extrudes, continue filling until clear resin is in evidence.
• Once injection of the crack has been started, work must continue until the crack has been filled.

Before injection work starts, a rough calculation should be made as to the amount of resin that will be needed to fill the crack.
The calculation is as follows for litres of resin required: length of the crack (cm) X width of the crack (cm)
1000
If usage exceeds this figure by more than 4 times, the matter should be referred to the engineer as excessive internal honeycombing may be
present. If the crack is in a contact slab or in the wing wall of an abutment it is likely that the resin is going straight through the member into the
ground.

24 hours after injection, the surface seal and protruding nipples may be cut off with a grinding wheel.

REPAIR OF HONEYCOMB CONCRETE
Essentially, the process is the same as outlined with the following exceptions:
a) holes must be drilled right through the member and not merely 50mm deep. They should be spaced not more than 150mm vertically
and horizontally apart.
b) the entire honeycomb area must be surface sealed with epidermix 314.
c) on the day after the injection process has been done, a second set of holes should be drilled moving the matrix 50% horizontally and
vertically, and repeating the entire nipple and injection process.
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formulae formulae
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factor to calculate volumes
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a.b.e. BRANCH ADDRESSES & CONTACT NUMBERS
DURBAN
7 Wilcox Road P.O. Box 23053 Tel: (031) 913 5400
Isipingo Isipingo Fax: (031) 902 8861
4133 4110
JOHANNESBURG
101 Main Reef Road P.O. Box 5100 Tel: (011) 306 9000
Boksburg North Boksburg North Fax: (011) 306 9100
1459 1461
CAPE TOWN
18 Benbow Ave P.O. Box 144 Tel: (021) 505 2800
Epping Eppingdust Fax: (021) 534 6725
7460 7475
BLOEMFONTEIN
6 Coro Street P.O. Box 4336 Tel: (051) 448 3851
Old Industrial Area Bloemfontein Fax: (051) 448 3850
9301 9300
EAST LONDON
Shop No. 5 Frame Park P.O. Box 39 Tel: (043) 726 0115
Phillip Frame Road East London Fax: (043) 726 0141
Cambridge 5200
5247
PORT ELIZABETH
Woodpecker Street P.O. Box 4238 Tel: (041) 365 1355
Cotsworld Industrial Park Korsten Fax: (041) 365 1505
Cotsworld Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth, 6001 6000
GEORGE
5 Rand Street P.O.Box 10704 Tel: (044) 874 0690
George George Fax: (044) 874 0691
6530 6529
EXPORTS
7 Wilcox Road P.O. Box 23053 Tel: (031) 913 5400
Isipingo Isipingo Fax: (031) 902 3105
4133 4110
a.b.e. Construction Chemicals Limited

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D.I.Y. PRODUCT GUIDE

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• concrete repair products

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for horizontal grouting

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