Description: CCS Coating, Marine Structures is an epoxy resin coating system consisting of a Base Coat and an optional use, pigmented Top Coat. Both products are two-component, solvent-free materials designed for two coat application on concrete, steel and wood marine structure surfaces. They may be applied above and below the waterline and in both salt and fresh water environments. Typical applications include coating of concrete piers, seawalls, dock floors, drainage ditches, abutments, sewer and outfall pipes; protection of steel structure surfaces such as pilings, drilling rigs, production platforms, ship hulls, buoys, well jackets and bulkheads; and, protective coating of wooden structures such as pilings, piers, shelters and power poles. CCS Coating, Marine Structures bonds to properly prepared dry, damp, wet and submerged substrates and cures to a tough, water resistant, impervious protective surface. The coating is freeze/thaw resistant and will not embrittle but will acquire a chalky surface when exposed to sunlight. The standard color of Base Coat is off-white; Top Coat is concrete gray (blue-gray).

Features: Convenient 1 : 1, by vol. mix ratio. Pigmented Top Coat for contrast with Base Coat. Bonds to dry, damp, wet and submerged substrates. For use in both salt and fresh water environments. Cures to a tough, water resistant , impervious surface. Does not embrittle when exposed to direct sunlight. Environmentally safe- No VOC solvents.

Colors: Base Coat, off-white; Top Coat, concrete gray (blue-gray)

Limitations: The recommended minimum substrate temperature during installation and cure is 50 deg F. In underwater and tidal zone applications, the coating may have to be applied within a relatively short period of time (30 minutes to several hours) after the substrate was cleaned to achieve an adequate bond. Wave action may displace the coating if exposure occurs before the coating has reached hard set. Do not add solvents or otherwise thin this material.

Yield:

Coating Thickness, mil 5 10 20 30

Square feet/gallon 320 160 80 53

Packaging: Standard package sizes of Part A + Part B are 10 and 100 gallons.

Shelf Life: Three years minimum in unopened, original containers when stored between 60 and 90 deg F in a dry place away from sunlight. Remixing of components may be required upon long term storage.

Chemical Resistance: Marine Structures provides excellent resistance to salt and fresh water, salt solutions, gasoline, kerosene, crude, fuel and mineral oil, most industrial waste solutions and many other chemicals. It has limited resistance to hydrocarbon solvents. Performance is a function of the specific chemical and concentration, ambient and solution temperature, exposure time and housekeeping procedures. For information on specific chemicals and exposure conditions, contact a ChemCo Systems, Inc., technical representative.

Surface Preparation: Substrate surfaces may be dry, damp, wet or submerged. Wet or dry sandblast to remove all loose and deteriorated substrate material, other surface contaminants such as tars, oils, paints, waterproofing materials, rust, barnacles, etc., that may interfere with the formation of a good bond. Cleaned concrete surfaces should have a minimum strength of 200 psi in direct tension. Steel surfaces should be cleaned to "white metal" according to SSPC SP 5-63.

Mixing: Marine Structures are two-component systems. The resin to hardener (Part A : Part B) mix ratio is 1:1, by volume. Read all material safety data (MSDS) information before handling the product. Wear safety glasses and clean neoprene rubber gloves when handling the materials. Premix the individual components before drawing from bulk packaging. Transfer appropriate quantities of Part A and Part B into a mixing container. Use quantities that can be applied before the potlife of the mixed material expires. Blend thoroughly using a Jiffy mixer blade attached to a low speed (350-750 rpm) electric or pneumatic drill. Proper mixing will take 2-3 minutes. Do not mix the material underwater.

Installing:
Above the waterline: Use normal techniques applicable to viscous coating materials. Apply the material after the daily substrate temperature cycle has reached its peak. When the substrate is wet, use sufficient brush pressure to displace the water with the coating. Below the waterline: Apply with a brush using slow, deliberate motion and sufficient pressure to displace the water with the coating.
Recoating: The recommended recoat window is 18-24 hours. Base Coat may be used for the second coat. The pigmented Top Coat is an optional use material employed when a second coat of contrasting color is desired. Top Coat is most often used in applications with poor worksite visibility or when a gray color is required.

Clean-Up: Excess mixed product is best removed from the work area and tools before it hardens. Use of rags, solvents such as acetone or heavy duty detergents facilitate cleaning. Cured product may be removed from tools by soaking in an epoxy stripper.

Handling and Toxicity: This bulletin does not accompany the product when sold. For hazard warnings, safe handling and first aid instructions, READ CAREFULLY THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS AND CONTAINER WARNING LABELS. Part A: Liquid epoxy resin, HMIS Health Hazard Rating- 2 (Moderate Hazard). Warning! Causes eye and skin irritation. May cause allergic skin reaction. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Part B: Liquid epoxy hardener, HMIS Health Hazard Rating- 3 (Serious Hazard). Contains alkaline amines. Danger! Causes severe eye and skin burns. May cause allergic skin and respiratory reaction. Combustible, corrosive. Do not get in eyes or skin or on clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep away from heat and open flame.

DISCLAIMER: No express warranty is made with respect to the results of any use of this product. No implied warranties, including and not limited to an implied warranty of merchantability or an implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose are made with respect to this product. No liabilities for personal injury, loss or damage resulting from the use of this product is assumed. ChemCo Systems, Inc., Reserves the right to alter or discontinue the product described herein at any time and without notice.