Bituminous, Elastic Waterstop Tape - FLEXBIT

FLEXBIT

Description

FLEXBIT is a bitumen based, elastic, not expanding waterstop tape used for cold concrete joints. As an easy to apply alternative to usual waterproofing tapes. FLEXBIT forms an alternative method for protecting the cast concrete joints on the building that made of waterproofing concrete without needed any auxiliary products. It is not active against acids and ash waters. FLEXBIT does not resistant to petroleum products.

Fields of Application

• Used in dams, ponds, irrigation channels, water tanks, water purification facilities, swimming pools, docks, drainage tunnels,
• In hydroelectric and thermic power plants,
• In bridges, underground constructions, retaining walls and industrial buildings.

Features and Benefits

• Has wide range of application areas.
• Does not swell in contact with water.
• Due to its water stop characteristics are durable against rain and water, it forms more convenient protection than traditional systems.
• Can be applied on fresh or cured concrete.
• Can be applied on rainy days.
• Does not need any special tools at joints.
• Can be applied on thin wall due to not swelling property.
• Simply applied on even in case of close rebar spacing.
• Very light, easy and economical to transport.
• Resistant to acid and bases.

Application Procedure

Application Method

On fresh concrete; FLEXBIT directly over coated on fresh concrete. Protective foil should be on top and not be pressed and sunk into the concrete. FLEXBIT binds the concrete and provides protection during setting. At the connection points 2-3 cm of tapes must be adjusted side by side and pressed firmly together, without allowing air in between. Protective foil must be removed just before second concreting.

On cured concrete; The surface to be treated must be sound, dry, clean and entirely free from dust, dirt, rust, curing materials and grease. Loose particles must be scratched out. FLEXBIT is fixed by pressing firmly into the concrete. Do not needed any other equipment for fix it. At the connection points 2-3 cm of tapes must be adjusted side by side and pressed firmly together, without allowing air in between. Before concrete placement, it should be checked weather FLEXBIT is properly adhered. If applied FLEXBIT properly, it is removed from the surface 30 minutes later by pulling strongly. But if not applied properly, FLEXBIT is pulling easy from the surface. In this time application must be repeated. Protective foil must be removed just before second concreting.

Consumption

Depends on application areas.

Package

Size: 35 mm x 20 mm

4 m/roll

6 rolls x 4 m = 24 m/box