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TDS - Mapewrap G Uni-Ax
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Uni-directional glass
fibre fabric
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
FINAL PERFORMANCE
the hands (protected with rubber waterproof sure it is laid without wrinkles. Flatten the
gloves) until the excess resin is removed fabric (always wear protective rubber
completely, but without wringing the fabric in gloves), and pass the Roller for MapeWrap
order not to damage the fibres. vertically to the fibres over the surface
several times so MapeWrap G UNI-AX
perfectly penetrates into MapeWrap 11 or
With impregnating machine MapeWrap 12 epoxy putty and to completely
As an alternative, the impregnation can be eliminate any air bubbles formed during the
carried out with a simple machine fitted with application.
a bucket and a series of rollers that
automatically saturate and drip the fabric
easily and safely. Joining
When wrapping columns, the MapeWrap G
This machine is particularly recommended for UNI-AX strip must be overlapped at least
the repair of large surface areas. This system 20 cm with the same fabric.
ensures the uniform distribution of the resin The same procedure must be followed when
over every part of the fabric. Immediately several strips need to be joined longitudinally.
place the fabric after it has been impregnated.
Overlapping is not necessary for the width of
the fabric. The different strips of fabric need
7. Place MapeWrap G UNI-AX to be applied one next to the other. After
Make sure the coat of MapeWrap 11 or applying and passing the Roller for
MapeWrap 12 is still fresh and immediately MapeWrap over the fabric, MapeWrap G
apply MapeWrap G UNI-AX making UNI-AX must not be disturbed.
Installing MapeWrap G UNI-AX 7. Place MapeWrap G UNI-AX
with the “dry system” After applying a first evenly thick coat of
Operational steps MapeWrap 31 over the still “fresh”
MapeWrap 11 or MapeWrap 12 with a
1. Prepare MapeWrap Primer 1. brush or short-haired roller, immediately
2. Apply MapeWrap Primer 1. place MapeWrap G UNI-AX, ensuring no
3. Prepare MapeWrap 11 or
wrinkles are present.
MapeWrap 12.
4. Apply MapeWrap 11 or MapeWrap 12.
After having accurately flattened it (hands
5. Prepare MapeWrap 31.
must be protected by rubber waterproof
6. Apply a final coat of MapeWrap 31.
gloves), apply a second coat of
7. Place MapeWrap G UNI-AX.
MapeWrap 31 over MapeWrap G UNI-AX.
8. Apply a second coat of MapeWrap 31.
Pass over the fabric with the Roller for
1. Prepare MapeWrap Primer 1 MapeWrap so the adhesive can
Mix the two MapeWrap Primer 1 completely penetrate through the fibres of
components together. Pour Part B into the fabric and eliminate any air bubbles
Part A and mix with a low speed drill fitted formed during application.
with a stirrer until a completely
homogeneous resin is obtained. Mix ratio: 8. Apply the second coat of
3 parts by weight of A and 1 part by weight MapeWrap 31
of B. Use the whole amount in the To complete the work, apply a last coat of
packaging to eliminate measuring errors. MapeWrap 31 over the still “fresh” first
coat with a brush or short-haired roller, so
Once prepared, MapeWrap Primer 1 has a it completely penetrates the fabric.
pot life of approximately 90 minutes at Immediately re-pass MapeWrap G UNI-AX
+23°C. surface several times with the Roller for
MapeWrap longitudinally to the fibres.
2. Apply MapeWrap Primer 1
Apply an even coat of MapeWrap Primer 1 Joining
onto a flat (as much as possible) concrete When wrapping columns, the MapeWrap G
surface with a roller or a brush. If the UNI-AX strip must be overlapped at least
substrate is very porous, apply a second 20 cm with the same fabric.
coat of MapeWrap Primer 1 after the first
coat has absorbed completely. The same procedure must be followed
when several strips need to be joined
3. Prepare MapeWrap 11 or longitudinally.
MapeWrap 12
Depending on the temperature and pot life, Overlapping is not necessary for the width
choose either MapeWrap 11 or of the fabric. The different strips of fabric
MapeWrap 12 (MapeWrap 12 has a longer need to be applied one next to the other.
pot life). Pour Part B into Part A and mix After applying and passing the Roller for
with a low speed drill fitted with a stirrer MapeWrap over the fabric, MapeWrap G
until an even grey paste is obtained. Mix UNI-AX must not be disturbed.
ratio for both products: 3 parts by weight of
A and 1 part by weight of B. Once
Installing several layers of
prepared, MapeWrap 11 has a pot life of
approximately 40 minutes at +23°C, while MapeWrap G UNI-AX while still
MapeWrap 12 has a pot life of “fresh” (within 24 hours)
approximately 60 minutes. Repeat the following steps fot the “wet
system”:
4. Apply MapeWrap 11 or • Impregnate the fabric with MapeWrap 21.
MapeWrap 12
Apply an approximately 1 mm thick coat of • Place the MapeWrap G UNI-AX fabric.
MapeWrap 11 or MapeWrap 12 with a
For the “dry system”:
notched trowel, over the concrete surface
• Place the MapeWrap G UNI-AX fabric
pre-treated with still “fresh” MapeWrap
over the fresh coat of MapeWrap 31.
Primer 1. Use a flat trowel to completely
level uneven parts of the substrate surface. • Apply another coat of MapeWrap 31.
Use the same product to fill and round the
corners in order to create a “profile” with a Note: If more layers of fabric are applied
bending radius not less than 2 cm. after 24 hours, the last hardened coat must
be sanded. Even better, apply sand over the
5. Prepare MapeWrap 31 surface before the resin dries. This is in
Pour Part B into Part A and mix with a low order to make the surface suitable to
speed drill fitted with a stirrer until an even receive the next layers.
green paste is obtained. Mix ratio: 4 parts
by weight of A and 1 part by weight of B. PROTECTIVE COATING
The product remains workable for The protective coating can be carried out
approximately 40 minutes at +23°C. after the epoxy systems used have
completely hardened (approximately
6. Apply a first coat of 2-3 days at +23°C). Different methods can
MapeWrap 31 be used:
Apply an even first coat of MapeWrap 31
approximately 0.5 mm thick with a brush or – with a render
short-haired roller over the still “fresh” In this case, the last still fresh coat of
MapeWrap 11 or MapeWrap 12. MapeWrap 21 or MapeWrap 31 must be
dusted with dry sand to ensure the bonding • After application, the temperature of the
of the render that will need to be admixed treated surfaces should be kept above
with Planicrete, synthetic rubber latex for +5°C.
cementitious mortar.
• Protect from rain for at least 24 hours if
If sand is not used, the still fresh surface of the minimum temperature does not go
MapeWrap 21 or MapeWrap 31 must be below +15°C and for at least 3 days if the
sanded and then Eporip, epoxy resin for temperature is lower.
cold joints, must be applied. This is to
ensure the bonding of the render to the
composite material. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
HANDLING THE PRODUCTS
– with Mapelastic: elastic cementitious It is absolutely necessary that the workers
mortar that is applied with a trowel or spray wear rubber waterproof gloves, protective
(for the application, refer to the product’s goggles and masks for solvents when
technical data sheet). preparing and placing the above described
epoxy systems. Avoid contact with skin and
– with Elastocolor: elastic acrylic paint eyes and if necessary wash with plenty of
(for the application, refer to the product’s running water and soap and contact a
technical data sheet). doctor. If application is carried out in closed
The above mentioned products create an spaces, provide for good ventilation in order
effective barrier against U.V rays. The use of to ensure a continuous change of air. For
these products is especially recommended further information, carefully read the
when the structures are exposed to direct product safety data sheet.
sunlight.
Cleaning
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED Due to the strong bonding strength of the
BEFORE AND AFTER APPLICATION described epoxy systems, it is
• Application temperature must not be recommended to wash working tools with
below +5°C and the structure must be solvents (ethyl alcohol, toluol, etc.) before
protected from rain and dust. the products dry.
PACKAGING
MapeWrap G UNI-X fabrics are available in 50 m rolls packed 1
Consumption (g/m2)
MapeWrap Primer 1 250-300
MapeWrap 21 30 210-240
900 700-800
60 420-480
Coating with
Elastocolor
MapeWrap 31 30 270-300
900 900-1000
60 540-600
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The MapeWrap G UNI-AX fabrics are
available in 50 m rolls packed in carton knowledge and experience, all the above
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information must, in every case, be taken as
merely indicative and subject to confirmation
– MapeWrap G UNI-AX 900/30; after long-term practical applications: for this
– MapeWrap G UNI-AX 900/60. reason, anyone who intends to use the
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