Fosroc Acid Etch constructive solutions
Concrete remover, cleaning and etching agent
Uses
Cleaning large items of equipment
For the removal of mortar and plaster runs, droppings and
stains from brickwork and concrete surfaces. Also for (Examples are ready mix trucks, concrete mixers or
removal of hardened concrete from tools, machinery and barrows).
equipment, or rust and mill scale from steelwork.
Fosroc Acid Etch should be liberally applied to the deposits
Suitable for etching of concrete floors and surfaces prior to by a soft broom and allowed to soak over-night if possible.
application of resin or other surface coatings. If the surfaces of the deposit can be cracked by mechanical
means this will speed up the operation. In severe cases
more than one application may be necessary. On
Advantages completion, dissolved deposits and loose material should be
brushed and washed away with clean water.
■ Rapid concrete etching action.
Cleaning small tools
■ No corrosive action with glass, plastic, rubber and most
base metals. Use Fosroc Acid Etch as a dip. The tools should be soaked
over-night, then taken out and washed with clean water to
■ Cleans hardened concrete from tools and mechanical remove all loosely adhering materials. Care should be
equipment. taken to avoid prolonged contact between Fosroc Acid Etch
and zinc or aluminium parts of tools, such as rivets, etc.
Description
Cleaning concrete floors
Fosroc Acid Etch concrete remover, cleaning and etching
agent, is a combination of acid based material, corrosion Pre-wet the floors, then, using a stiff bristle broom, brush the
inhibitors and dispersing agents and is supplied as a clear affected areas with a solution of Fosroc acid Etch and water.
green solution. Strength of the solution required will vary but should be
between 1:1 and 1:4 Fosroc Acid Etch to water. When the
action has finished, wash down thoroughly with clean water.
Specification
Oil or grease should be removed by treatment with a
Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance, suitable chemical degreaser followed by water or steam
high quality flooring, jointing and repair products for both new cleaning. Where heavy contamination occurs, as in garages
and existing floor surfaces. In addition, Fosroc offers a or workshops, pre-treatment with Fosroc Acid Etch assists
technical support package to specifiers, end users and in freeing oil or grease and renders the action of the
contractors, as well as on-site technical assistance in degreaser used more effective.
locations all over the world.
Removal of rust and mill scale
Properties
After wire brushing to remove loose material, apply a
Specific gravity: o
Typically 1.08 at 20 C solution of Fosroc Acid Etch and water using a soft broom or
brush and leave to act for 20 - 40 minutes. Strength of the
solution required will normally be between 1:1 and 1:4
Application instructions Fosroc Acid Etch to water. Wire brush again to remove
remaining loose material and finish by thoroughly washing
Cleaning brickwork and rust stains from concrete down with clean water. Repeat if necessary.
A small trial area should be cleaned first to determine the Etching concrete floors
most suitable Fosroc Acid Etch dilution. Pre-wet the surface,
then, using a sponge, rubs the affected areas with a solution For etching surfaces to remove laitance and give a
of Fosroc Acid Etch and water. Strength of the solution mechanical key before applying resin or other coating.
required will vary but should be between 1:1 and 1:4 (by Fosroc Acid Etch should be diluted with water and applied at
volume) Fosroc Acid Etch to water. When the action has 2
the rate of approximately 1 litre per 2 m . The dilution will
finished, wash down thoroughly with clean water. As depend on the condition of the floors and the degree of
treatment with Fosroc acid Etch can alter the surface finish of etching required, but normally it will be between 1:2 and 1:4.
concrete, the minimum concentration necessary for effective When the action has finished, wash down thoroughly with
removal of stains should be employed. The surface should clean water.
be washed down with water immediately treatment is
complete.
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Spillage Fire
Spillages should be hosed down with plenty of water. Fosroc Acid Etch is non-flammable.
Caution Additional information
Fosroc Acid Etch is acid based and should be handled with
Technical data and guidance can be provided on a wide
care. Acid vapours from undiluted product can damage
range of admixtures and concreting aids, including
nearby surfaces, notably causing rusting of unprotected steel.
plasticizers, retarders, air entrainment agents,
If in doubt about its effect on a material, test a small area
waterproofers, mould release agents, workability aids and
before general application.
repair materials.
Packaging
Fosroc Acid Etch is supplied in 30 litre drums.
Storage
Fosroc Acid Etch has a shelf life of at least 12 months when
stored unopened in original containers.
Precautions
Health and safety
Fosroc Acid Etch is corrosive and should not come into
contact with skin and eyes or be swallowed.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and goggles. Use
only in well ventilated areas. In case of contact with skin,
wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. If irritation
persists, medical advice should be sought. In case of contact
with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water and
seek medical attention, if swallowed, wash out mouth and
drink at least 500 ml of water or milk. Seek medical attention
immediately - do not induce vomiting.
For further information consult the Material Safety Data sheet
available for this product.
Important note:
Fosroc 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 of information it may give is 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 directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products,
whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.
Fosam Company Limited
Head Office Telephone: +966 2 637 5345 Fax: +966 2 637 5891 email: fosam@fosroc.com
Post Box 11081 Regional Offices
Jeddah – 21453 Jeddah Sales Office Tel: (02) 608 0999 Fax: (02) 638 0693 Yanbu Tel: (04) 322 4280 Fax: (04) 391 2980
Saudi Arabia Jeddah Showroom Tel: (02) 665 0187 Fax: (02) 667 4844 Makkah Tel: (02) 542 0869 Fax: (02) 542 0869
Riyadh Tel: (01) 482 9303 Fax: (01) 482 7562 Medinah Tel: (04) 855 0091 Fax: (04) 855 0047
Dammam Tel: (03) 814 1282 Fax: (03) 814 1581 Jubail Tel: (03) 362 3904 Fax: (03) 362 3875
www.fosroc.com Khamis Mushayt Tel: (07) 250 0469 Fax: (07) 250 0469 CSD Tel: (02) 608 0999 Fax: (02) 638 0693
Registered Office: Industrial Area, Phase 4, Road No. 414, Street No. 407
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