Implarest^® EPW

Advantages and Uses

• Specifically designed to enhance adhesion and improve the flatness of substrates where MORCEM® ELASTIC PM, a single-component polyurethane membrane, is to be applied.
• Can be applied on non-porous substrates such as ceramics, metals, wood, asphalt, PVC sheets, or bituminous membranes.
• Also suitable for porous substrates such as concrete or mortar.
• It consists of a mixture of two water-based epoxy products. Requires a smooth, clean, dry, and as hard as possible substrate.
• CE marked when used under MORCEM COVER polyurethane membrane waterproofing systems, in accordance with ETAG 005 guidelines.

NOTA: Check with our technical department in case of applying the product on a different substrate or situation.

Suitable Substrates

• Applicable on non-porous substrates: ceramics, metals (pre-painted steel, zinc, copper, galvanized steel, etc.), PVC sheets, or bituminous membranes. Also suitable for porous substrates.
• Can be diluted with water (maximum 20%) to facilitate spreading over the substrate; consider any existing moisture in the substrate.
• Consumption as a primer depends on substrate condition, irregularities, and flatness, typically ranging from 100–300 g/m² in multiple coats.
• Application can be conducted using a roller, brush, or airless spray equipment.
• Can be applied on substrates with up to 10% residual moisture.
• Do not apply on substrates with permanent moisture or water coming from the bottom (e.g., hydrostatic pressure, leaks).
• Possibility of mixing with mineral fillers (silica aggregates) in case of irregular substrates.

Application Procedure

• The surface must be clean and dry. If necessary, use pressurised water to remove oil, grease, efflorescence and other contaminants, as well as poorly adhered cement slurry.
• In some cases, it is necessary to use mechanical procedures for this specific preparation of the substrate, as well as chemical procedures for cleaning metal surfaces.
• Dilute component A with water (max. 20%), in case of non-porous substrates to apply a thin film, or to facilitate spreading in case of rough substrates.
• Mix both components by mechanical stirring for about 2-3 minutes.
• In any case, check the homogeneity of the mixture.
• Take this residual cleaning moisture into account when carrying out the application, i.e., wait until it has evaporated completely or use measuring equipment to assess its presence in the substrate.
• Apply IMPLAREST EPW in two or more coats until the desired flatness is achieved.
• If the substrate is very uneven, a first coat of IMPLAREST EPW mixed with mineral fillers can be applied to even it out.
• Wait until its drying time has elapsed before continuing with the application of the waterproofing, or re-application of the same product.of the same product.

Recommendations

• Do not mix at temperatures below +8 °C nor above +35 °C.
• Product based on epoxy which can irritate the skin, so it is recommended to always use it with gloves, protective goggles, and safety suits.
• The tools and equipment should be cleaned with solvent immediately after use to prevent the material from hardening. In this case it will be removed by mechanical means.
• Stir properly before using.
• Consult with the Technical Department for any application not specified in this Technical Data Sheet. 
• For any information regarding safety in handling, transportation, storage, and use of the product, please refer to the label and the updated version of the product's Safety Data Sheet.

Packaging and Storage

Metal packaging kits with the following formats:
BIG KIT: 15 kg+5 kg KIT SMALL: 3 kg+1 kg
Shelf life: 12 months when stored in dry conditions at temperatures between 5°C and 35°C. Once opened, the product must be used immediately.

Technical data

The values in this table are approximate and may vary depending on the substrates’ conditions or the application methodology used.

Notas

The instructions for use are given according to our tests and knowledge and do not imply any commitment by GRUPO PUMA nor free the consumer from the examination and verification of the products for their correct use. Claims must be accompanied by the original packaging to allow a proper traceability.

GRUPO PUMA is not responsible, in any case, for the application of its products or constructive solutions carried out by the application company or other parties involved in the process and / or execution of the work, limiting the responsibility of GRUPO PUMA exclusively to the damages directly attributable to the supplied products, individually or integrated in systems, due to failures in their manufacturing process.

In any case, the drafter of the work project, the technical management or the person responsible for the work, or collaterally the application company or other parties involved in the process and / or execution of the work, must ensure the suitability of the products addressing the characteristics of them, as well as the conditions, support and possible pathologies of the work in question.

The values obtained by GRUPO PUMAS's products or its constructive solutions that, as the case may be, are determined by the EN standards or any other regulation that applies to it in each case refers exclusively to the conditions specifically stipulated in said regulation and that are referred to, among others, to certain characteristics of the support, humidity and temperature conditions, etc. without being them required in the tests obtained under different conditions, all in accordance with the relevant regulation.