Multi-directional Reinforcing Tape for Cracks & Joints Overview Cemprotec Flex-Tape is a woven polyamide tape designed for the reinforcing Flexcrete’s range of decorative protective coatings over cracks, joints and gaps. Advantages Unique composition specially designed for use with Flexcrete membranes. Will accommodate thermal and structural movement in widely varying conditions. Easily cut to any length to reinforce a… Read more
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Bond-Prime
Primer to Seal & Stabilise Substrates Overview Flexcrete’s Bond-Prime is a single component, water based, epoxy modified polymeric primer for sealing and stabilising substrates prior to the application of the specialist decorative and protective membranes in the Flexcrete range. Substrates to be treated include: Concrete Mortars and Renders Masonry Polyurethane Foam Phenolic Board Existing paints Plaster… Read more
Monodex UVC
Highly Elastomeric, UV Cured, Waterborne Acrylic Coating Overview Monodex UVC is a highly engineered, waterborne, UV cured acrylic coating which is actually cured by exposure to UV radiation in sunlight, rather than using the traditional method of heat to cure. By using a chemical process called cross-linking that instantly changes a liquid UV coating into… Read more
Monodex Textured
High Performance, Flexible Waterborne Textured Coating (EN1504-2) Overview Monodex Textured is a highly engineered, waterborne, single component, acrylic-based decorative wall coating with an attractive textured finish. Due to its high build, textured composition, it is ideal for use on buildings and other structures which have a rough, uneven finish with surface defects and imperfections. Monodex Textured will… Read more
Monodex Smooth
Water-based Elastomeric Decorative Coating (EN1504-2) Overview Monodex Smooth is a high performance water based, elastomeric, high build, decorative coating which provides protection against carbonation and water ingress, yet allows damp substrates to breathe. It is ultra-fast drying which enables two coat applications to take place on the same day and facilitates year round usage. Monodex Smooth resists the… Read more
Monodex Ultra
Water-based Flexible Decorative Coating (EN1504-2) Overview Monodex Ultra is a technically advanced, minimal VOC, water-based decorative coating which protects against carbonation and water ingress without entrapping moisture. It is fast drying for year round use externally with excellent fire performance characteristics for internal use. Monodex Ultra prevents water ingress and resists the growth of mould and fungi,… Read more
Cemprotec E942
Epoxy and Polymer Modified Cementitious Coating (EN 1504-02) Overview Cemprotec E942 incorporates the benefits of copolymer and epoxy resin technologies into a water based cementitious system to give a hard, durable coating with excellent resistance to water, chloride ions, oxygen and aggressive chemicals. Cemprotec E942 can be used as a stand-alone anti-corrosion coating for ferrous metals… Read more
Cemprotec Elastic
Elastomeric Cementitious Modified Flexible Coating (EN1504-2) Overview Cemprotec Elastic is an elastomeric, cementitious modified, polymer-rich coating which maintains its flexibility under permanent immersion and when exposed externally. It is ideally suited for waterproofing and protecting concrete and masonry structures which exhibit cracking and where further movement is expected. When mixed Cemprotec Elastic exhibits a good degree of thixotropy to… Read more
Cementitious Coating 851
Surface Protection System – Protection against Ingress (EN1504-2, DWI 31, BBA, WRAS) Overview Cementitious Coating 851 is designed for internal and external structural waterproofing of concrete and other mineral substrates. Cementitious Coating 851 resists positive and negative pressure under 100m head in water retaining and below ground structures as well as roofs and decks. It provides… Read more
Biodex Wash
Powerful Surface Treatment for use Prior to the Application of Primers, Coatings and Repair Mortars in the Flexcrete Range (HSE No. 9351) Biodex Wash Overview Flexcrete’s Biodex Wash is designed to kill active mould, fungal and bacterial spores and organisms such as moss, lichen and algae, prior to the application of primers, coatings and repair mortars… Read more
Cemprotec GFM
Advanced Glass Fibre Reinforcement Matting System Overview Cemprotec GFM is an advanced glass fibre reinforcement matting system used in conjunction with Flexcrete membranes to greatly increase additional tensile strength and tear resistance. Its special design provides fast wetting out properties and ease of moulding around the most complex roof details to produce a fully armoured,… Read more
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Multi-Coloured Anti-Carbonation Protection for Commercial Building
Coating & Protection of 10,000m2 of External Walls in 7 Different Colours. Background Advanced, Water-Based Anti-Carbonation Protection Flexcrete’s distributor in Taiwan, Parallel Industrial Co., Ltd, recommended the use of Monodex Ultra in order to enhance and protect the exterior of the building. A total of seven colours were produced in Monodex Ultra to BS RAL… Read more
Complete Repair & Protection Solution for Façade of Retail Outlet
Structural Repair, Rendering & Protective Coating Works for Busy High Street Store Background System Approach from Flexcrete Provides Perfect Solution Significant re-rendering and profiling of the front elevations of the building were required, as over the years the façade had deteriorated significantly. Monolevel RM, a fibre reinforced, polymer modified, cementitious mortar, was initially applied by steel… Read more
Concrete Repairs & Protective, Decorative Coating for Transmission Tower
Repair & Protection for Reinforced Concrete Transmission Bases Background These high voltage transmission towers in Japan support overhead power lines. Comprising steel lattice towers, their bases are of reinforced concrete construction and over time, due to weathering and attack from chlorides, carbon dioxide, water ingress and freeze/thaw attack particularly during the aggressive winter period, the exposed… Read more
Anti-Carbonation Coating Protects 1,500m² Concrete Silo Base in Japan
Anti-carbonation coating protects 1,500m² concrete base. Background This soda ash silo is based at a port in Kawasaki City operated by Toyo-Futo Co. Ltd, one of Japan’s most prominent logistics companies. The silo base is of concrete construction and was built around 40 years ago. The silo contains soda ash, otherwise known as sodium carbonate, a… Read more
Render System Protects Platform Tunnels in Heathrow Express
Application of Decorative Render to 8,500m² of Platform Tunnels Background Travelling via the Heathrow Express high-speed rail link is the fastest means of journeying between Central London and Heathrow Airport. Taking just 15 minutes from Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport, 16,000 passengers travel via the Heathrow Express daily and since the service was launched in June… Read more
Concrete Repair & Anti-Carbonation Protection for Grade II Listed Bridge
Concrete Repair & Protection, followed by Anti-carbonation Decorative Finish Background Holt Fleet Bridge is a 200-year old, Grade II listed structure which carries the busy A443 across the River Severn. Spanning 46 metres, the historic bridge was originally designed by Thomas Telford – one of Britain’s greatest engineers – and was opened in 1928. The cast… Read more
Concrete Repairs and Anti-Carbonation Protection of River Wall
Concrete repairs and anti-carbonation protection of a 650m stretch of the river wall. Background Following severe flooding in the Devon area in the 1960’s, a flood defence scheme was created in Tiverton in 1967, comprising the construction of a reinforced concrete retaining wall on the east and west bank of the River Exe. The structure remained sound for many years… Read more
Concrete Repair & Protection of Culvert
Refurbishment of Double Culvert to Protect Exposed Steel Reinforcement Background Leigh and Wigan in Lancashire are at high risk of localised flooding when heavy rainfall, land drainage or sewer problems occur. To reduce this risk, Wigan Borough Council commenced a £12.6 million Flood Alleviation Scheme, part of which involved the repair and protection of Millingford Brook… Read more
Anti-Carbonation Coating Provides Protection for New Multi-Storey Car Park
Increasing the effective cover to embedded steel reinforcement. Background Opened in May 1937 by King Haakon VII, Stavanger Airport at Sola in the south west corner of Norway was the second airfield in Europe to be built with a concrete runway. With the discovery of North Sea oil during the 1960’s, air traffic grew at… Read more
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Marina Theatre Repaired and Rejuvenated
Rejuvenation The Marina was actually first a skating rink before it was converted into a theatre in 1878 and subsequently a cinema in 1930. In 2011, the building management was handed over to the newly formed charitable Marina Theatre Trust. The summer of 2012 saw a major refurbishment and renovation with capacity increased to 800… Read more
The Spinnaker is Set with Flexcrete Solution
Flexcrete’s renovation of a Portsmouth landmark has led to the development of the world’s first metallic anti-carbonation coating. PCE International Magazine explores further… The exterior of the iconic 170-metre Emirates Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth has been repainted using protective anti-carbonation coatings manufactured by Flexcrete Technologies Limited, one of which is the world’s first metallic anti-carbonation… Read more
Enhancing Public Safety under Reinforced Concrete Bridge with Monodex Smooth
Waterproofing, anti-carbonation and decorative protection of a surface area totalling 1,100m². Background This reinforced concrete bridge is based in Denton, East Manchester. Based at a busy location often congested with traffic, the bridge passes directly under the M67 motorway and comprises a total of eight large reinforced concrete piers. The bridge has pedestrian walkways either side… Read more