Profex 3000 MR Data Sheet.pdf - Precon Products

Proofex 3000MRconstructive solutions19CI/SfB: Ln2March 2007High performance methane, radon and CO 2resisting waterproof membrane forbasements and structuresUsesA high performance self adhesive membrane for resistingmethane, radon and CO 2, and preventing water enteringbuildings. Proofex 3000MR also provides a vapour andwaterproof membrane to water excluding structures andprotects concrete from attack by aggressive ground salts.Advantages• Aluminium film provides methane, radon and CO 2resistance, protection against damage and givesdimensional stability• Combines toughness with flexibility for detailingaround corners, pipes, etc.• Self adhesive layer system makes installation quick,simple and reliable• Resistant to ground water, soluble sulphates andchlorides• Suitable for waterproofing basements grades 2, 3 and4 as defined in BS 8102 :1990, ‘Protection OfStructures Against Water From The Ground’DescriptionProofex 3000MR is a cold applied, flexible, methaneresisting and waterproof high performance membraneincorporating an aluminium layer and a polymer modifiedbitumen compound on a high strength polymer backing film.Where methane, radon or CO 2is present, acomprehensive site survey must be carried out and thebuilding constructed accordingly. Refer to BuildingResearch Establishment Report 212 and CIRIA Guide149 for further information.Proofex 3000MR should be laid in accordance with theprovisions of BS 8102 :1990.Typical propertiesMembrane thickness:Methane gas resistance:1.2 mm60 kPaWater vapour permeability(BS EN 1931): Impermeable to ISO 12572Application instructionsSurface preparationAll concrete surfaces must be a wood float or shutterfinish and free from cavities or projections.Masonry surfaces must be flush pointed.All surfaces must be clean, dry and free fromcontamination, ice and frost.PrimingVertical and suspended slab surfaces shall be primedwith Proofex Primer. Ensure complete coverage and allowto dry. Only prime an area to which the Proofex 3000MRcan be applied the same day. Very porous surfaces mayrequire more than one coat of primer.Angle and corner detailsUse Proofex Angle Fillet strips fixed using 6 mm beads ofPlastiseal at all wall to floor junctions.All internal and external angles should be reinforced withProofex Engage Detail Strip or a 300 mm wide strip ofProofex 3000MR. Where possible, a 25 mm chamfershould be provided to external angles.ApplicationApplication temperature range 5°C to 35°C.Vertical application:Cut the Proofex 3000MR to length allowing 150 mm for theend laps and position by peeling back the release paperand applying the self adhesive face to the preparedsurface.Start at the top of the wall and work down by progressivelyremoving the release paper in stages. Proofex 3000MRshould be applied to ensure that all end laps areweathered.In cold weather temporary batten support of the Proofex3000MR membrane is recommended.Horizontal application:Completely unroll the Proofex 3000MR membrane andplace against a chalk line. One half of the roll should thenbe rolled up to the mid point, the release paper carefullycut without damaging the Proofex 3000MR membraneand progressively removed from the mid point out to theend of the roll.This process should be repeated on the other half of theroll. The Proofex 3000MR membrane should be brushedonto the surface to ensure good bonding.The next roll or length is aligned against the previouslyapplied piece allowing for the 50 mm minimum (or asspecified) edge laps and 150 mm end laps and appliedas stated previously. The edge and end laps should berolled to ensure complete adhesion and continuitybetween the layers.Page 1

Proofex 3000MR19CI/SfB: Ln2March 2007PenetrationsPenetrations e.g. pipe entries through the Proofex3000MR membrane require special attention to detail.Proofex Top Hats are recommended and should be stuckto membrane using Proofex Total Tape and sealed topipe with Nitoseal MS50ProtectionProofex 3000MR membrane should be protected from physicaldamage and weathering as soon as possible after application.Surfaces should be protected from damage by ProofexProtection Board.Proofex 3000MR can also be covered with ProofexSheetdrain to give both protection and a drainage layer.Ancillary productsProofex Protection BoardBitumen impregnated board, designed to protectmembranes from damage through backfilling andtrafficking.Proofex Engage Detail StripA reinforced, double sided waterproof adhesive tape foruse as reinforcing at all floor and wall junctions. Itconsists of a strong synthetic fibre fabric impregnated andcoated both sides with a bitumen rubber adhesive. Eachside of the tape is protected by a removable siiconisedpaper.Proofex Top HatMDPE sheathing, which encapsulates an aluminium foillayer.Proofex Angle FilletStrips fixed at all floor and wall junctions with a 6mm beadof Plastiseal.EstimatingProofex 3000MRRoll size:1 m x 20 mRoll area: 20 m²Edge laps:End laps:Roll weight:Proofex PrimerStorage life:Coverage:Minimum installationtemperature:Drying time @ 20 o C:Pack size:50 mm minimum150 mm minimum25 kg2 years6 to 8 m²/litre+4°C rising1 to 2 hoursProofex Engage Detail StripThickness:1.5 mmRoll size:5 ltr and 25 ltr drums200 mm x 10 mProofex Protection Board2.0 mm Thickness: 1000 mm x 2000 mm3 mm Thickness: 1000 mm x 2000 mmCoverage: 2.0 m 2StorageProofex 3000MR must be stored in dry conditions, awayfrom sunlight, in an upright position at a temperaturebetween 5°C and 40°C.PrecautionsHealth and safetyFor information on Proofex Primer refer to Product SafetyData Sheet.Proofex Primer is flammable. Keep away from soruces ofignition. No smoking. In the event of fire, extinguish withCO 2or foam. Do not use a water jet.Flash PointProofex Primer:>39 o CImportant noteProofex is the trade mark of Fosroc International LimitedFosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for theSupply of Goods and Services, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that any advice,recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous controlover where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products, whether ornot in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.Fosroc LimitedDrayton Manor Business ParkColeshill Road, Tamworth,Staffordshire B78 3TL. UKwww.fosroc.comtelephone: fax: email:+44 (0) 1827 262222 +44 (0) 1827 262444 uk@fosroc.comPage 2Certificate number FM 610