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CERAMIGRADE ABRASHIELD

Instructions for use

Before proceeding, please read the following information application carefully to ensure that proper procedures are fully understood. Ceramigrade Abrashield is a two component, solvent free, fast curing, synthetic repair compound. It consists of large ceramic particles in an epoxy matrix. Areas of application: Protection of surfaces subject to extreme wear and abrasion caused by solids or slurry. Specifically meant for Dredgers and Cement carriers facing heavy abrasion combined with medium and light impact.

1.Surface preparation

A) Heavy contamination due to oil or grease must be removed using a cleaner. Where possible, abrasive blasting is the preferred surface preparation.

B) Remove all loose rust and surface coatings C) Roughen the surface preferably with abrasive blasting to SA2. Alternatively a die grinder, needle scaler or angle grinder may be used. If grinding make sure the surface is roughened, not polished. Where grinding or needle gunning is used, the surface should be cross-scored to improve adhesion.

D) Surfaces subject to abrasive wear is often gouged out and highly polished and must be cross-scored to secure bonding.

E) Where deep abrasive wear and/or a high build up is required, bonding can be secured and improved by welding small angle irons to the surface to be coated. “Anchoring “ the product in this way will give a better key.

2. Mixing

Transfer the content of Base and Activator containers from the respective jars onto a clean mixing plate. Mix in the ratio indicated. Preferably the mixing ratio should be by weight. Lids should be replaced immediately after use. The two components should be thoroughly mixed until completely streak free and a uniform colour is achieved, using the spatula provided.

3. Application

Prepared surfaces should be dry. Using the spatula provided the mixed material should be spread evenly onto the prepared area, working the material into groves and surface defects. First pressing and squeezing a thin layer of product hard onto the surface secure a good bonding. Afterwards add more product, building up to the required height. Guide to coverage rate: 1,8 Kg per 1m2 on 1 mm thick application. 4. Machining

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Ones the Ceramigrade Abrashield has cured for the minimum time indicated in the Curing Properties Section of the product specification sheet, sanding, grinding and machining etc. can be carried out using standard engineering practices.

5. Cleaning

All equipment should be cleaned IMMEDIATELY after each use with a cleaner. Failure to follow this 319