Types of Floors - WearMax Floor Coatings

Application
The WearMax Warranty
WearMax Advanced Ceramic Finish is a uniquely different finish
formulated expressly for the commercial environment. It has
the industry 's only written commercial warranty against wear
through. KraGil Inc has trained specialists who have
been certified by the factory to apply this special coating system.
They are a highly skilled group of technicians who take pride in
their work. WearMax Professional Ceramic must be applied by
one of these trained specialists in order for the warranty to be
valid. A signed copy of the warranty must be on record at
KraGil Inc at its corporate office in Dresser, Wisconsin. This is our
assurance that only the properly qualified technicians will be on
the job. You can get a listing of certified technicians at
www.kragilinc.com
The WearMax Professional Ceramic finish is warranted against
wear through to the substrate for 3 years from date of
application subject to the following conditions:
WearMax Professional Ceramic System is a three step system
Adhesion Primer, one coat of Professional Ceramic Armor, and
one coat of catalyzed Shield. One, Two, Three. You can have
foot traffic 5 hours after the last coat is applied in most cases.
• The finish is to be used indoors only.
• The finish must be applied by a factory
trained and certified technician. You can
call KraGil Inc for a current list of
certified contractors in your area.
• The finish must be maintained as
recommended by KraGil Inc.
• The surface wear must not have occurred as a result of
improper maintenance, or damage caused by denting,
scratching, or cutting.
• The surface wear must be readily visible in 10% of the
area coated with WearMax Professional Ceramic finish.
• The project must be approved in writing in advance by
KraGil Inc
CAUTION: Contains small amounts of N-methyl -2-
What is NOT Covered by the Warranty
Pyrrolidone and Glycol ethers. Do not breathe vapors or spray
mists. Wear appropriate, properly fitted respirator. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Change clothing
immediately when contaminated. Wash thoroughly after use.
Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container closed when not
in use. Do not store above 120·F.
KraGil Inc warranties do not cover indentations, scratches, or
damage caused by negligence, or water saturation. The
warranty does not cover any alteration to the product, material
applied by a non-certified contractor, improper maintenance,
insufficient protection, or exposure to extreme heat or cold for a
period of 72 hours or more (below 50 degrees Fahrenheit and
above 90 degrees Fahrenheit).
FIRST AID: In case of eye contact, flush immediately with
water and get medical attention. For skin, wash thoroughly
with soap and water. If affected by inhalation , remove to fresh
air. If swallowed, get medical attention. KEEP OUT OF REACH
OF CHILDREN.
Maintenance
This warranty is the complete and exclusive statement of the
warranty, and is in lieu of all other express and/or statutory
warranties. KraGil Inc assumes no liability for incidental or
consequential damages.
KraGil Inc responsibility is limited to the cost of the
finish if wear through occurs in 10% of the area coated with
KraGil Inc recommends some general maintenance
WearMax Professional Ceramic Finish.
guidelines. However, every environment is different, and we
encourage all of our users to call KraGil for individual
maintenance recommendations that may better suit their needs. If You Have a Warranty Claim
• Use quality walk off mats in entry ways or areas where
Contact KraGil Inc Customer Service Center
a grease build up may occur. This may also help to
612-605-1864 during normal business hours. Please be
prevent grit from damaging your floor.
prepared to give the Customer Service Specialist information
• Use felt furniture rests on all furniture. As a rule of
related to your purchase, such as product number, purchase
thumb, the heavier the furniture, the wider the floor
date, retailer name and address and telephone number. You
protector should be. Felt rests are your best choice.
will receive additional instructions for filing the claim at the
Replace them every 4-6 months for best results.
time of your call. Or you may write to us:
• Avoid sharp objects such as stiletto heels, pet nails, or
unprotected furniture legs. All wood will dent and all
KraGil Inc. attn: Customer Service
finishes can be scratched.
105 3rd Street,
• When moving heavy objects do not slide them across
Dresser, WI 54009
the floor. Picking them up and setting them down is
ph 612-605·1864 fax 612-605-3735
the best method. If that is not possible, then always put
down a panel on top of the finished surface first to
protect the floor. and move the object across the panel.
Before
After
Recommended Uses
WearMax Professional has been in use in Europe for years. You can get a list of projects and I or letters of
recommendation by calling 612-605-1864 or 715-849-2989. or go to www.wearmaxamerica.com
Types of Floors
Types of Environments
• VCT Tile
• Asphalt Tile
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Government Buildings
• VAT Tile
• Laminate Floors (Melamine)
• PVC Floors
• Restaurants
• Hotels
• Casinos
What About the Environment?
All WearMax products exceed environmental
requirements for VOC content. That's because they are
all water base products. That includes our WearMax
Remover which is made from soy beans, and our
complete Professional Ceramic System. That means you
can use it right next to or on top of food and it won't
harm a thing.
Why it Works
You never walk on the top coat!!!
WearMax Professional is applied in three steps. The first step is a special Adhesion Primer that allows for bonding to non
porous and semi porous surfaces. The second coat is the ceramic layer called Armor. The third coat contains the stain
inhibitors and the UV inhibitors and provides for the gloss level.
But here is the secret. .....You do not walk on the last coat. When the Armor ceramic coat dries the surface feels like sand
paper. In fact, under a microscope you would see these tiny granules. When the last coat, Shield dries, it dries just below
the tips of those ceramic granules which are the second hardest substance known to man . Harder than industrial diamond.
And that is what you walk on. And that is where the great slip resistance comes from.
Professional Armor
Professional Shield
Application
FROM THE LAUNCH PAD
TO THE FLOOR
Invented and patented by Trustor Coatings, WearMax Professional, now
manufactured by KraGil Inc, offers the highest wear and stain resistance
of any product ever developed for site application. That's because
WearMax Professional and only WearMax Professional has ceramic
compounds - the same class of super solids created through the advanced
material formulations that meet even the extreme demands of the NASA
space program.
Precisely controlled , highly uniform micro-structure compounds give
these ceramic particles incredible resistance to wear. An ideal compound
for a wide range of products like industrial cutting tools, human joint
replacements, bullet proof vests, and crystal clear coatings for aircraft
windshields and now floors.
Ceramics like those in WearMax Professional
are harder than industrial diamond.
Prove the superior wear of
WearMax for yourself.
Rub the flat face of a coin vigorously back
and forth on the WearMax finished floor
sample. Now, wipe away the copper dust
from the penny (the
durable WearMax floor
actually wears away the
metal of the coin) and
you'll find that the
WearMax surface still
looks shiny and new.
(All floors can be
scratched or gouged if
abused or subjected to
sharp objects)
Taber Abrasion Results
CS-17 with 1000 gram weight
Advanced Ceramic Finish 7800 Rev (catalyzed)
Slip Resistance Ratings
ASTM: C1028
Dry: 0.90
Wet: 0.65
Minimum Required by OSHA: 0.50
Fire Rating
WearMax Advanced Ceramic finish has a Class A rating for flame spread, melt
rate and smoke density.
Compatibility
WearMax can be applied over most existing surfaces. Caution must be taken
to make sure that all waxes, residues, oils, or paraffin's are removed prior to
applying WearMax Advanced Ceramic Finishes.
Typical Properties
Chemical Resistance of WearMax
Chemical
Color in container........................................Milky (Dries Clear)
Odor.........................................................................Very mild
Solids Contents
Primer ......... . ............... ..................... .............. 18%
Sealer
............................................................. 34%
Armor ...................................... .......................47%
Shield ............. ..... .... . ................... ...... .............36%
VOC ...... ................................... 125 grams/liter or less
Flash Point ........................ ................. >200 degrees F
Density ...... . .... .............. . .... ........... 1.02-1.24 grams/ml
Luster
Gloss .............. .................50-55 units on 60 degrees
Satin ............................... 30-35 units on 60 degrees
Matte ............................... 15-20 units on 60 degrees
Freeze Thaw Stable .............. 3 cycles (Thaw at room temp)
Dry Time ........................... . ... .. 2-3 hours between coats
Clean Up ........................................................ Water
Coverage
Primer ............................................. 350-400'/gal
Sealer . .. ............ . . ..... .... .................... 350-400'/gal
Armor .................................. .......... .. 750-800'/gal
Shield ......................... ..................... 750-800'/gal
Catalyst ... . .................... .................... 2 oz. per gal
Time of Exposure Without Effect
(color/sheen/swelling)
Vinegar acid 7%
Citric Acid
Sodium carbonate
Ammonia water
Ethanol 48% water
White/Red wine
Beer
Cola beverage
Coffee
Black Tea
Black Raspberry jui ce
Condensed Mi l k
Water
Petrolether
Acetone
Ethyl/Buthylacetate 1:1
Butter
Ol ive Oil
Mustard
Saturated Salt Solution
Onion
Lipstick
Disinfective (Buraton)
Ball Point Pen Ink
Urine
Vomit
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