FORTI-COL™

New technology colloidal silica densifier for concrete. Premium curing and anti-dusting treatment for freshly poured slabs.

Product Technical Benefits

• Colloidal silica is the latest and best technology amongst the silicates.
• Minimal (usually zero) colour change with Forti-Col™.
• Forti-Col™ has smallest molecule size amongst colloidal silicas which means:
  • Deeper penetration
  • Higher reactivity & quicker curing.
  • More reactive sites resulting in more complex structures & more SiO² inside the pores for greater density and better polish.
• Forti-Col™ makes concrete polishing much quicker as excess product on the surface does not form a hard, gummy film which takes hours to grind off.
• Formulated with advanced additives to optimize penetration
• Lower, non-caustic pH is safer for people & surfaces
• Does not break down under UV so lasts for decades, even outdoors
• Water-based, zero VOC
• Made at our factory in Melbourne, Australia.

Product Applications

• Densifier for Concrete Polishing.
  Forti-Col™ is a colloidal silicate with the smallest particle size – smaller than traditional silicates and other colloidal silica densifiers, so it is perfect for the later stages of concrete polishing:
  • We recommend after 200 grit resin pads.
  • Can be used after 50 to 400 grit resin pads

NOTE: Forti-Col EG™ or Forti-Kal™ are recommended for early densification after 30 – 100 grit metal grinding pads.

• Anti-dusting treatment

Treating the concrete with penetrating Forti-Col™ will form extra CSH hydrogels and more bonds inside the pores of the concrete to consolidate it. Use high concentration Forti-Col EG™ on very porous concrete slabs

How to Use

IMPORTANT: Always test on an inconspicuous area and allow to dry to check the result.

1. Anti-Dusting Treatment:
   1. Ensure the concrete is dry inside before applying. If applying as an anti-dusting / treatment on freshly poured (green) concrete, give the concrete a minimum of 2 hours cure time to allow concrete to react and use up most of its water before applying.
   2. Apply when surface temperature is above 2°Celsius (36° F) and below 27°Celsius (80°F).
   3. Apply generously with a pump sprayer, saturating the surface evenly so it remains glistening wet for at least 5 – 10 minutes. Avoid Pooling.
   4. If all the Forti-Col™ penetrates within 10 minutes, apply a second coat.
   5. Application rate PER COAT: approximately 4 to 10m²
   6. DO NOT dilute – Forti-Col™ is a ready-to-use out of the container. Tap water can reduce its penetrating power.

2. Concrete Polishing:
   1. Forti-Col™ is best for for the later stages of concrete polishing, after grouting and after 200 grit resin pads, in place of a Lithium Silicate.
   2. For earlier stages of densification after grinding with 30 to 100 grit metal-bond pads, we recommend Forti-Col EG™ or Forti-Kal™.
   3. Apply generously with a pump sprayer, saturating the surface evenly so it remains glistening wet for at least 5 – 10 minutes. Avoid Pooling.
   4. If all the Forti-Col™ penetrates within 10 mins, apply another coat.
   5. Application rate PER COAT for later densificiation: approx 6 to 15m² / L (240 to 600 square ft / G).
   6. DO NOT dilute – Forti-Col™ is a ready-to-use out of the container. Tap water can reduce its penetrating power.

Accidents

Spillage – Take up mechanically or with absorbent material such as sand, earth or vermiculite.

Transport

TDG UN Status: This material is not regulated hazardous material for transportation.

Pack Sizes & Weights

• 5L (1.3GAL) = 6Kg (13.3Lb); 20L (5.3GAL) = 22.5Kg (50Lb)

Shelf Life and Storage Guidelines

Best within 2 years.
Store away from direct sunlight.
Keep container tightly sealed, in a well-ventilated place, at 36 – 90⁰ Fahrenheit of 2 – 32⁰ Celsius

Country of Manufacture

Australia