Nitoflor TSR5000* constructive solutions

Heavy duty, 5 mm thick, steam-resistant, epoxy resin

floor screed

Uses Specification

Nitoflor TSR5000 has been designed for use as a 5 mm The designated floor areas shall be surfaced with Nitoflor
thick floor screed in environments where a high resistance to TSR5000, a 5 mm thick, thermal shock resistant, heavy duty,
impact and mechanical damage is required. Nitoflor TSR5000 epoxy resin floor screed. The screed shall achieve a
2
has also been designed to minimise the risk of taint during compressive strength of 65 N/mm , a flexural strength of 18
application and to withstand steam cleaning and aggressive N/mm , a tensile strength of 10 N/mm2 and a Shore “D”
2
attack by chemical spillage. hardness of 75-85 at 7 days at 35°C. The product must be
able to withstand prolonged steam cleaning.
The product is ideally suited for the food industry or any
industry where the maintenance of a hygienic and easily
Properties
cleaned environment is important, such as food processing,
dairies, abattoirs, breweries, cold stores and freezer rooms. The values given below are typical figures achieved in
Nitoflor TSR5000 may be sealed with Nitoflor FC130 or Nitoflor laboratory tests. Actual values obtained on-site may show
FC140 in areas where there is significant risk of chemical minor variations from those quoted.
attack.
Compressive strength
(BS 6319) part 2, 1983 : 65 N/mm2
Advantages
Flexural strength
! Thermal shock resistant, enables floor to be hygienically (BS 6319) part 3, 1990 : 18 N/mm2
steam cleaned without cracking Tensile strength
! Minimal risk of taint - can be applied in close proximity to (BS 6319) part 7, 1985 : 10 N/mm2
exposed food Shore ‘D’ hardness
(ASTM D 2240 - 91) : 75-85
! Long term protection in heavy industrial environments
! Improves efficiency - seamless surface aids traffic flow 20°C 35°C
and eliminates potential source of failure Pot life : 120 minutes 70 minutes
Initial hardness : 24 hours 13 hours
! Good resistance to a wide range of industrial chemicals
Full cure : 12 days 7 days
! Tough - resists high impact and point loading
! Anti-slip - provides safe, textured slip-resistant surface Chemical resistance
for pedestrian and vehicular traffic even when wet. Nitoflor TSR5000 has been tested against a wide range of
aggressive chemicals commonly found in industrial and food
Description industry environments. For further details, please contact your
Nitoflor TSR5000 consists of specially graded sands bound local Fosroc office.
together with an epoxy resin binder formulated specifically to
withstand chemical attack and thermal shock. It is supplied Design criteria
as a four-component system (including colour pack), pre- Nitoflor TSR5000 is designed for application at a nominal
weighed for on-site mixing. When laid, it produces a matt, thickness of 5 mm.
slightly textured, anti-slip surface. The product is available in
a range of standard colours. Substrates should be dry and not suffer, or be likely to suffer,
from rising damp. If necessary, suitable damp-proof
membranes should be installed to prevent this. Substrates
should not have a relative humidity greater than 80% at the
time of installation.
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Instructions for use Mixing

Surface Preparation It is important that Nitoflor TSR5000 is mixed correctly.

It is essential that Nitoflor TSR5000 is applied to sound, clean
and dry surfaces in order that maximum bond strength is
achieved between the substrate and the flooring system. All
dust and debris should be removed prior to application of the
product or its primer.
New concrete floors
Should be at least 21 days old (at 20°C) with maximum
moisture content not exceeding 5%. Floors should be sound
and free from contamination such as oil and grease, mortar
and paint splashes or curing compound residues. Laitence
deposits on new concrete floors are best removed by light grit
blasting, mechanical scabbling or grinding. Dust and other
debris should then be removed by vacuum cleaning.
Old concrete floors
Again, mechanical cleaning methods are strongly
recommended on old concrete floors particularly where heavy
contamination by oil and grease has occurred or existing
coatings are present. These may well have been absorbed
several millimetres into the concrete. To ensure adhesion, all
contamination should be removed. Proprietary chemical
degreaser may be used on small areas of light contamination
only.
Pour the entire colour pack into the base container and mix for
15-30 seconds.
Add the entire contents of the hardner into the mix and stir for
further 30 seconds.
Gradually empty the filler (aggregate) into the mix of base,
colour pack and hardner and continue mechanical mixing,
using a suitable Fosroc mixing paddle fitted to a slow speed
forced action mixer, for a further 2-3 minutes, until all
components are thoroughly blended.
Application
The mixed Nitoflor TSR5000 should be spread to uniform
thickness on the primed surface using either a garden rake or
the edge of a plastic trowel. The material should be tamped
with a wooden float to ensure complete compaction and finally
finished to a closed even texture using a steel trowel.
Screeding rods are useful to maintain a minimum compacted
thickness of 5mm.
Once mixed, the material must be used within its pot life, after
this time any unused material will have stiffened and should
be discarded.
Expansion joints

Steel surfaces Expansion joints in the existing substrate should be continued

through the Nitoflor TSR5000 topping, and filled to the required
Steel surfaces should be degreased, grit blasted to SA2½
level with a suitable sealant from the Fosroc range
standard and primed with Nitocote Primer Sealer prior to
incorporating the appropriate movement accommodation
application.
factor (MAF).
Priming
Sealing
All surfaces treated with Nitoflor TSR5000 should be primed
Although Nitoflor TSR5000 is impervious at 5mm thick, in constantly
with Nitoprime 31, a solvent free epoxy resin primer designed
wet operation areas or where a high degree of cleanliness is
for maximum absorption and adhesion to the substrate. Add
required, it may be sealed with Nitoflor TSR5000 Sealer*. The
the entire contents of the hardener tin to the base tin and mix
application of Nitoflor TSR5000 must have reached initial cure and
thoroughly.
high spots such as trowel marks rubbed down prior to the application
Once mixed, immediately apply the primer in a thin continuous of the Nitoflor TSR 5000* sealer.
film to the clean prepared surfaces. Work the primer into the
Cleaning
surface and avoid over application and puddling. On porous
floors, Nitoprime 31 will be absorbed very quickly leaving Nitoflor TSR5000, Nitoprime 31, Nitocote Primer Sealer and
characteristic light coloured dry patches. It is recommended Nitoflor TSR5000 Sealer should be removed from tools and
that a second priming coat is applied in these areas. equipment with Fosroc Solvent 102 immediately after use.
Hardened material can only be removed mechanically.
While still wet, dress the surface with ½kg/m² of antislip grain
no. 3 to provide a key for the application of Nitoflor TSR5000.
Ensure that the primer is touch dry prior to commencing
application

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Maintenance Estimating

The service life of a floor can be considerably extended by Supply

good housekeeping. Regular cleaning should be carried out Nitoflor TSR5000 : 12 litre packs
using a rotary scrubbing machine with a water-miscible Nitoflor TSR5000 Sealer : 1 litre can
cleaning agent. Antislip Grain No. 3 : 20 Kg packs
Nitoprime 31 : 1 and 4 litre packs
Limitations Nitocote Primer Sealer : 1 and 4 litre packs
Fosroc Solvent 102 : 5 litre can
- Nitoflor TSR5000 should not be applied on to surfaces
which are known to or likely to suffer from rising damp or Coverage
have a relative humidity greater than 75% as measured in Nitoflor TSR5000 : 2.4m2/pack @ 5 mm thickness
accordance with BS 8203 Appendix A or by Hammond Nitoflor TSR5000 : 6 - 8 m²/litre
concrete/mortar moisture tester type COCO Nitoprime 31 : 4 - 5 m2/litre
- Fosroc does not recommend acid etching as a method of Nitocote Primer Sealer : 4 - 5 m²/litre
floor preparation. If used, the method should be approved Note: The coverage figures given are theoretical - due to
by the Project consultant. wastage factors and the variety and nature of
- Nitoflor TSR5000 should not be applied to asphalt, possible substrates, practical coverage figures will
unmodified sand/cement screeds, PVC tiles or sheet. For be reduced. Typically an additional 10% should be
information on the suitability of other substrates, consult allowed for surface irregularities and wastage
the local Fosroc office. although this will vary with site conditions.

- Nitoflor TSR5000 should not be installed at temperatures Storage

below 5°C.
Technical support
Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance,
high quality flooring, jointing and repair products for both new
and existing floor surfaces. In addition, the company offers a
technical support package to specifiers, end-users and
contractors, as well as on-site technical assistance in locations
all over the world.
Shelf life
All products have a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry store
in the original, unopened packs.
Storage conditions
Store in dry conditions between 5°C and 30°C, away from
sources of heat and naked flames, in the original, unopened
packs. If stored at high temperatures the shelf life may be
reduced.

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Precautions Additional Information

Health and safety Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary

products which include :
Nitoflor TSR5000, Nitoprime 31, Nitocote Primer Sealer and
Fosroc Solvent 102 should not come into contact with the ! waterproofing membranes & waterstops
skin and eyes, or be swallowed. Ensure adequate ventilation
! joint sealants & filler boards
and avoid inhalation of vapours. Some people are sensitive
to resins, hardeners and solvents. ! cementitious & epoxy grouts

Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye protection.
If working in confined areas, suitable respiratory protective
equipment must be used.
The use of barrier creams provide additional skin protection.
In case of contact with skin, rinse with plenty of clean water,
then cleanse with soap and water. Do not use solvent.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
clean water and seek medical advice. If swallowed seek
medical attention immediately - do not induce vomiting.
! specialised flooring materials
Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
products specifically designed for the repair and
refurbishment of damaged concrete. Fosroc’s ‘Systematic
Approach’ to concrete repair features the following :
! hand-placed repair mortars
! spray grade repair mortars
! fluid micro-concretes

Fire ! chemically resistant epoxy mortars

Nitoflor TSR5000, Nitocote Primer Sealer and Nitoprime 31 ! anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
are non-flammable.
! chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
Fosroc Solvent 102 is flammable. Keep away from sources
For further information on any of the above, please consult
of ignition. No smoking. In the event of fire extinguish with CO2
your local Fosroc office - as below.
or foam. Do not use a water jet.

Flash points
Fosroc Solvent 102 : 33°C

Disposal

Spillages of component products should be absorbed onto

earth, sand or other inert material and transferred to a suitable
vessel. Disposal of such spillages or empty packaging should
be in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.

For further information, refer to the Product Material Safety

Data Sheet.

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

†
See separate data sheet
Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard
Conditions for the Supply of Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s
responsibility to obtain the recent version. Refer to www.fosroc.com.

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LLC
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United Arab Emirates
Head Office
telephone: (+9714) 2039699
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