Product Data, W. R. MEADOWS
03 11 00

DATA SHEET 3150-112

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Specification Canadian Spec.

DUOGARD®
Form Release Agent

DESCRIPTION
DUOGARD Form Release Agent is a ready-to-use mixture of organic chemicals, which react with the concrete alkali to prevent bonding of the concrete to the form and a chemically inert, high-molecular weight non-reactive ingredient, which also facilitates form removal.

This combination provides both chemical and physical (DUO) separation for highly effective form release.

USE
Release agent for all types of forms - wood, steel, fibreglass, plastic and paper, including pre-treated panels and tubes.

May also be used to soften concrete build-up on tools and equipment; spray daily for easy clean up and rust prevention.

FEATURES

  • Dual separation properties eliminate bonding between concrete and form.
  • Low odour.
  • Permits easier stripping of forms even up to 90 days later.
  • Unique formulation allows for superior coverage - lower costs.
  • Does not stain or discolour concrete
  • Does not inhibit bond of paint, plaster and epoxy concrete coatings.
  • Increases the life of wood forms by covering and penetrating the wood to prevent water and alkali absorption from the concrete, and eliminates the swelling and de-lamination of plywood caused by oils.
  • Reduces metal form maintenance by forming a rust resistant film when applied prior to storage.

LIMITATIONS
Do not use on plaster moulds or in autoclaves.
Harmful or fatal, if swallowed.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapour or prolonged contact with skin. Use with adequate ventilation.
Flammable - keep from open flame and excessive heat.

PROPERTIES
Flash Point Over 60ºC (140º)
Colour Amber
Viscosity (Ford No. 4) 10 seconds
Freezing Point Less than -29ºC (-20ºF)
Staining None

DATA
Coverage Up to 40 m²/L (2000 ft.²//gal.) depending on type and porosity of form.

Packaging
18.9 litre pails
205 litre drums

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Surface Preparation
Form surface should be clean and free of hardened concrete and other deleterious materials. Remove rust, scale or previously used form oil from steel forms in accordance with good concrete practice, especially for architectural or exposed concrete surfaces.

Application
Apply by low pressure sprayer equipped with an 80° fan pattern spray tip, at a rate of 0.4 litres (0.08 gal/13 oz.) per minute in a light even coat. When employing a brush or roller take care to apply as thinly and evenly as possible. More is not better, a thin coating provides superior results.

New wood forms (not pre-coated) should receive at least two coats before being used.

All forms should be re-coated before each subsequent use.

Proper application is the responsibility of the user. Field visits by W. R. MEADOWS’ personnel are for the purpose of making technical recommendations only, and are not to supervise or provide quality control on the job-site.

SPECIFICATION CLAUSE
Section 03 11 00.

Form Release Agent W. R. MEADOWS DUOGARD Form Release Agent.

2007-01-18

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