Product Profile of Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black
Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black is manufactured by the Pidilite Industries Limited. It is a heavy Duty Coating for AC Roofs, sunken portions of toilets & underground structures. Dr. Fixit Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black is flexible polymeric black coating formulated for external waterproofing applications in AC roofing, sunken portions of toilets & underground structures. It is durable and cold applied. Features & Benefits of the Dr. Fixit Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black are as follows:
High impermeability, safe, non-flammable
Sufficient open time
Brushable, therefore easy to apply
Tools can be washed with water
Prevents fungal and bacterial growth
Cold applied, user friendly
Flexible, accommodates movements in cracks, does not crack with age
Curing not required
Ready to use from pack with sufficient open time
Technical Information of the Dr. Fixit Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black are :
Appearance : Black
Specific gravity : 1.09 ? 0.02
Viscosity :12 - 18 poise
Coverage : 15-20 sqft / kg for 2 coats, 300 microns D.F.T. in 2 coats of application.
Packing of the Dr. Fixit Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black is done in 1kg, 4 kg, & 20 Kg package system. Areas of Application of the Dr. Fixit Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black includes
Asbestos cement roofs & around "J" hooks
Sunken portions of toilets
Sewage pipes
Plinth, foundation, basements
Limitations and Precautions of the Dr. Fixit Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black are as follows:
Not to be applied on wet surface
Not to apply below 100 degree Centigrade and above 450 degree Centigrade
Not for areas subjected to regular foot traffic
Must be applied on totally cured cementitious substrates
Sprinkling of fine sand over the second coat is required when it is still wet. This ensures better adhesion with the cement mortar
It should not be applied over existing bitumen or tarfelt treatment in all applications.
Asbestos sheets must be clean and dry prior to application of Dr. Fixit Bituminous Elastomeric Proofcote Black.
Should not be applied over loose or bad plaster
