durarep P&S – Patching and smoothing compound

• Dustless, >80% dust reduction during handling/mixing
• Fibre reinforced, polymer modified, shrinkage compensated and chloride free
• Ready to use (pre-blended), only requires clean water to be added
• Easy to apply
• Non toxic

The substrate must be sound, firm and clean, free of oil, grease, loose material and cement laitance. Any other contaminants (e.g. old layers of paint) must be removed prior to patching. All edges to be repaired must be square cut to a minimum of 10 mm deep, perpendicular to the surface. If rebar is to be exposed, remove concrete to a minimum of 25 mm behind the rebar. Ensure that the substrate is roughened to provide sufficient mechanical key for bonding. Remove all unsound material. When using compressed air for cleaning, ensure that the air is clean and oil free.

Absorbent substrates must be thoroughly pre-wetted with clean water to reduce potential suction which could result in shrinkage and poor adhesion. This must be carried out at least 12 hours prior to the application of durarep P&S. The substrate needs to be well dampened, with no free water on the surface.

Expose corroded rebar and remove all loose scale and corrosion deposits. Grit blasting is recommended for this purpose and particular care must be taken to ensure that the back of the rebar is cleaned as well. A clean bright finish is required.

Firmly brush durabond GP into the surface with a hard-bristle brush ensuring that the primer bonds well to the substrate.  durarep P&S can be applied to the durabond GP as soon as it becomes tacky.

Use epidermix^® 344 wet-to-dry epoxy as a primer for structural applications where the bond strength must be equal to or greater than the parent material.

All exposed reinforcing bars must be primed by applying durarep ZR primer (see relevant data sheet).

Mixing should be carried out using a forced action mixer. Do not use free fall mixers. Add 4.2 litres, maximum, clean water to the mixer and while stirring slowly add one full bag (25 kg) of durarep P&S to the water. Mix for 3 to 5 minutes until the mortar is homogeneous and lump free. The mortar can be made up to a stiffer consistency (if required) by adding less water.

durarep P&S is applied to the primed surface by packing and tamping the product into place using a trowel and gloved hand.

Ensure that durarep P&S is properly compacted against and around exposed treated rebar. If multiple layers are required for thick sections, the intermediate layer should be scratch keyed and cured with durabond GP. The cured layer is then re-primed with durabond GP prior to the application of the next layer of durarep P&S.

Approximate coverage:

One bag of durarep P&S will yield approximately 0.014 m3 (13.8 litres) of mortar when mixed with 4.2 litre water per 25 kg.

durarep P&S should be removed from tools and mixing equipment immediately after use and before material has set with clean water. Cured material can be removed mechanically.

For durabond GP (dried), epidermix^® 344 (wet only) and durarep ZR primer, all tools may be cleaned with abe^®super brush cleaner.

Like all cement based materials  durarep P&S must be cured immediately, as soon as the surface will not be marred. This is carried out by applying (brush or spray) a suitable curing compound like durecure SBC or as recommended by a.b.e.^®

Alternately apply durabond GP at the rate of 6 to 9 m²/litre.

In rapid drying conditions caused by high winds or direct sunlight additional precautions should be included like sealing with polythene sheeting having the edges taped down. This may include damp hessian behind the sheeting to prevent moisture loss.

Should rainfall be imminent, suitable protection must be provided until the product has cured. In cold conditions, the repaired area must be protected from freezing.

Surface, ambient and water temperatures should be greater than 5 °C and rising. The ideal temperature range for application is between 20 °C and 30 °C.

durarep P&S is supplied in:

25 kg polyethylene lined paper bags. (code: 69221025)

Structural and general purpose cementitious mortar for concrete repairs in tropical climates. 

The repair mortar will be dura.^®rep GT-MCI, a single-component, general purpose, cementitious mortar applied in accordance with the recommendations of a.b.e.^® Construction Chemicals, including dura.^®rep ZR primer for steel and dura.^®bond GP acrylic bonding agent or epidermix 345 where necessary. The mortar will have a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 30 MPa.

durarep P&S has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry store in sealed bags. If stored in high temperature and in high humidity locations the shelf life may be reduced.

durarep P&S is alkaline and should not be allowed contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of dust during mixing by wearing dust masks. The use of gloves, eye protection and dust masks is advised. Immediately wash with water in the event of contact with skin. Splashes into eyes should also be  ashed immediately with plenty of clean water and medical advice sought.

This data sheet is issued as a guide to the use of the product(s) concerned. Whilst a.b.e.^® endeavours to ensure that any advice, recommendation, specification or information is accurate and correct, the company cannot accept any liability for application – because a.b.e.^® has no direct or continuous control over where and how a.b.e.^® products are applied.

Where other products are to be used in conjunction with this material, the relevant technical data sheets should be consulted to determine total
requirements.

a.b.e.^® has a wealth of technical and practical experience built up over the years in the company’s pursuit of excellence in building and construction
technology.