FUNCTION
PERMAGROUT E is recommended for restoring damaged concrete floors, sumps, trenches, tank pedestals, or sloping floors to drains. PERMAGROUT E is ideal as a grouting for the frames and base plates of pumps, gear boxes, electric motors, anchor bolts, etc. 

FEATURES
PERMAGROUT E comes in prepackaged units ready for us. It compensates for shrinkage in both the plastic and hardened states, and the fast cure cycle allows for minimal downtime and a quick repair. PERMAGROUT E possesses the same tenacious bonding characteristics and high physical properties as the PERMATEC floor toppings, making it excellent for substrate repair prior to re-topping with a PERMATEC floor. PERMAGROUT E has good chemical resistance to alkalies, salts, and mild acids.

MIXING
Prior to application, the PERMAGROUT E (Resin, Hardener, Pea gravel, and Silica) and the substrate should be between 65 degrees F and 90 degrees F.

A 5 gallon bucket mixer that provides a side and bottom scraping action is recommended for PERMAGROUT E. It is advisable to mix the Resin (Part A) and the Hardener (Part B) together for 1 minute prior to the addition of silica or pea gravel. Add the desired amount of silica and pea gravel based on the pour thickness required and mix for another 60 seconds or until the aggregate is thoroughly wet, and pour immediately on the floor.

Note: The aggregate must be dry before mixing. If the aggregate packs together when squeezed, it is wet and should not be used.

APPLICATION
Depending on the pour thickness, screed raking or hand troweling will be required to achieve the desired placement. Within 10-15 minutes after the PERMAGROUT E has been applied, silica should be broadcast on the surface until it is saturated and the excess removed after the material has set. This step produces a mechanical bonding mechanism that will enhance the bond of the final floor topping to the PERMAGROUT E.

CLEAN UP
All mixing and application equipment should be cleaned immediately after use. If this is done, soap and water, or biodegradable cleaners can be used. If the material has begun to set, more aggressive solvents will be necessary. Before using solvents, refer to their respective MSDS for handling considerations.

USE TIME
Assuming a 1 inch fill, the PERMAGROUT E will be ready to coat in 3-4 hours with a substrate and ambient temperature of at least 75 degrees F.

Note: The thicker the fill, the faster the material will set up. It is advisable to apply the final topping (PERMATEC 3000, 4000, 5000, etc.) within 24 hours of the application of the PERMAGROUT E.

SAFETY
PERMAGROUT E contains blended Epoxies as the resin and blended Amines as the hardener. Protective clothing and gloves are recommended to prevent sensitization to these materials. In case of ingestion or eye contact, contact a physician immediately. MSDS are available for this product upon request.

WARRANTY
For product warranty see ChemProof Polymers, Inc. "Standard Limited Warranty." If one is not included with this literature contact your local distributor or ChemProof Polymers, Inc. for a copy.

Note: Components 1, 2, and 3 above are contained within a 5 gallon bucket which can also be used for mixing PERMAGROUT E. There is more silica and pea gravel supplied then will normally be used for any substrate repair operation. The following table supplies basic starting points for silica and pea gravel blends. These amounts can be varied slightly to provide different degrees of workability.

To maintain physical integrity it is not recommended to exceed a 75./1 aggregate to resin ratio by weight.

PERMAGROUT E is also packaged in 20 gallon and 60 gallon units without the aggregate.

STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
PERMAGROUT E should be stored at 50-90^oF in a dry area out of direct sunlight. All containers should remain unopened until ready for use. If stored as set out above, PERMAGROUT E has a minimum shelf life of one year.

WHERE PERMAGROUT E SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
PERMAGROUT E should not be applied over substrates:

• subject to hydrostatic pressure
• which are unsound
• which are contaminated and cannot be cleaned
• at temperatures below 65^oF (consult ChemProof Polymers, Inc.)