Proofex Engage - Arcon Supplies

Proofex EngageFM 61019Proofex EngageNovember 2001Pre-applied waterproofing membrane whichmechanically bonds to poured concrete,remaining in place if settlement of substrateoccursUses and advantagesTypical properties■ Basement waterproofing protection to grades 2, 3 and 4as defined in BS8102:1990■ Methane, radon and CO 2protection as defined inBRE Report 212■ To provide a vapour and waterproof membrane inbuilding and civil engineering structures■ Resistant to attack from chemicals and aggressiveground salts■ Forms a tenacious mechanical bond to poured concreteremaining in place if settlement of the substrate occurs■ Simple application - no primers or protection materialrequired■ Inert product - no risk of a reaction with ponded waterprior to concrete being poured■ Durable - withstands inclement weather and resistsconstruction related damage. Can be traffickedimmediately after application■ Facilitates flexible construction programming■ Full range of Fosroc hydrophilic and PVC waterstopsavailable to provide complete solution to waterproofingof the structureDescriptionProofex Engage is a unique patented system comprising acomplex cell mesh bonded to a polyethylene membranewhich allows poured concrete to interlock with themembrane forming a tenacious mechanical bond.Proofex Egage is supplied with a selvedge on one side toprovide sealed laps.Standard complianceMembrane properties Test methodTypical valuePeel adhesionto concrete: BS4254 mod* 74N per 50mmShear strength ofjoints: MOAT 27:5.2.2Selvedge:Proofex EngageDetail Strip:377N506NPuncture resistance: ASTM E154 600NMethane permeability: BS903 Pt A30: 1.33E-17m 2 /sec/1996 PaCO 2permeability: Rilem Report 12

19Proofex EngageJuly 2001Proofex EngageNovember 2001Removal of formworkWhere the membrane has been applied to removableshuttering it is recommended that a minimum concretecompressive strength of 10N/mm² is reached before theformwork is stripped.Ancillary productsProofex LMA two component applied liquid membrane for sealingaround intricate details such as pipe entries, penetrations,pile caps, etc.Proofex Engage Detail StripA reinforced, double sided waterproof adhesive tape forsealing and jointing roll ends, cut edges and wall to floordetailing, sold in packs of two. It consists of a strongsynthetic fibre fabric impregnated and coated both sideswith a bitumen rubber adhesive. Each side of the tape isprotected by a removable plastic film.Proofex LM MeshA reinforced mesh used in conjunction with Proofex LM forareas of extreme loading (covings, edges and pipe penetrations).EstimatingProofex EngageThickness:4 to 5mm(0.8mm excluding grid section)Roll width: 1.27mRoll length:30mEdge laps:75mmEnd lengths:Butt jointedRoll weight:58kgProofex Engage Detail StripThickness:1.5mmRoll width:240mmRoll length:10mRoll weight:4kgPack weight:8kgProofex LMAverage thickness: 3.3mmPack size:28kgCoverage at 4 mm thick: 7m²StorageStore in original unopened packaging, in cool dry conditions,away from sunlight.Proofex LM MeshThickness:Width:Length:1mm508mm15mPrecautionsHealth and safetyThere are no known health hazards associated with ProofexEngage in normal use.StorageStore in original unopened packaging, in cool dry conditions,away from sunlight.Proofex Engage weighs approximately 60kg and should belifted by a minimum of three site operatives.Fosroc LimitedColeshill RoadTamworthStaffordshireB78 3TLTel 01827 262222Fax 01827 262444www.fosrocuk.comProofex is the trade mark of Fosroc International LimitedImportant noteFosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the Supply of Goods and Services,copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that any advice, recommendation, specification or information it may giveis accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directlyor indirectly arising from the use of its products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it.2