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DESCRIPTION
ULTRITE DEGREASER is a heavy-duty concrete
degreaser and stripper, which will biodegrade. It
naturally and safely replaces mineral spirits and
chlorinated solvent-based heavy-duty concrete
degreaser products.
USES
ULTRITE DEGREASER penetrates concrete
surfaces on contact to soften, lift, and remove a wide
range of oils, polymers, fats, and greases. Use
ULTRITE DEGREASER to remove dirt, tire marks,
oil spills, grease, and other contaminants. It will
also remove most curing compounds and cure/seals
from concrete floors. Periodic stripping of concrete
floors is in keeping with good concrete maintenance
practices. It is ideal for use in warehouses,
industrial plants, food processing plants, schools,
automotive plants, parking garages, plazas, and
service stations - anywhere cleaning and stripping of
concrete surfaces is required.
| FEATURES/BENEFITS |
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| LEED INFORMATION May help contribute to LEED credits: |
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| Packaging 55 Gallon (208.20 L) Drums 5 Gallon (18.93 L) Pails 1 Gallon (3.8 L) Units |
| Coverage Stripping/Degreasing/Heavy-Duty Cleaning: 100-200 ft.²/gal. (2.5-4.9 m²/L). |
| Shelf Life 1 year in unopened, unused container. |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |
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Appearance: pH: Weight/gallon: Flash point: Stability: Solubility in water: Rinsability with water: * Biodegradable: |
Clear To Yellow in Color 10.9 7.95 lb. 130° F (54° C) Stable Excellent Excellent 100% after proper dilution |
| * NOTE: When applied and rinsed per W. R. MEADOWS instructions, the material raised from the surface will contain residual amounts of petroleum hydrocarbons. These hydrocarbons are generally very low in concentration and will not have a negative environmental impact on affected soils. Material(s) removed by ULTRITE DEGREASER will need to comply with local, state, and federal disposal requirements. | |
PRECAUTIONS
Keep from freezing. Use only on masonry or
concrete surfaces. Do not use on painted surfaces.
Results may vary on colored concrete–a small test
patch application is recommended to ensure that the
final appearance is acceptable. DO NOT ALLOW
ULTRITE DEGREASER TO DRY OUT. (See Step
2 under Application.) Use material “as is” in the
container … do not dilute. Do not apply if the
temperature of the concrete is less than 35° F (2° C)
or above 130° F (57° C).
APPLICATION
Application of ULTRITE DEGREASER may depend on the type of curing
compound, oil or grease on the surface and in the pores of the
concrete.
Note: For severe oil and/or grease stains, it may be
necessary to follow ACI Guide 515.1R (Section
3.4.2) or the Portland Cement Association (PCA)
publication IS214T. These publications outline
specific instructions for stain removal, which can
be followed by an application of ULTRITE
DEGREASER. (Copies of these articles may be
obtained through your local W. R. MEADOWS
representative.) A typical application is as
follows:
Step 1...Apply ULTRITE DEGREASER full strength from the container to remove heavy dirt buildup, tire marks, oil spills, grease, hydraulic fluid, and any other difficult to remove contaminants from the concrete surface. For normal cleaning applications and for removing curing compounds and cure and seals, apply at full strength to the entire floor. Do not allow ULTRITE DEGREASER in “as applied” form to spill or run off of the concrete.
Step 2 … Apply ULTRITE DEGREASER and allow it to soften the coating or stain, but DO NOT ALLOW THE SURFACE TO DRY. (Soak times vary depending on the ambient conditions and the degree of staining on the concrete.) In severe cases, it may be necessary to apply additional ULTRITE DEGREASER to remove stains and/or to prevent the treated area from drying out.
Step 3...With
a stiff bristle brush or mechanical scrubber, thoroughly scrub
the treated area.
Step 4...Rinse the area with large amounts of
clean water. The cleaning action of ULTRITE
DEGREASER may be evident by the very light
whitish appearance of the initial water rinse.
Keep rinsing with water until there is no visible
trace of the product on the concrete. Disposal of
rinse should follow all local, state, and federal
regulations.
Step 5...Test patch the dry concrete prior to
painting or applying a subsequent surface
treatment. If necessary, clean the concrete floor
with ULTRITE DEGREASER again until the
desired results are achieved.
CLEANUP
Clean all tools and equipment after use with water.
Note: Although
this product has a low degree of hazard, the materials that it
dissolves might be considered hazardous and should be disposed
of according to all local, state and federal regulations.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Combustible mixture. Keep this product away from ignition sources. Can cause irritation of
both skin and eyes. Wear chemical resistant
gloves and glasses at all times. Harmful if
swallowed. This product is for industrial and
institutional use only by trained personnel. Keep
out of reach of children.
Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet
for complete health and safety information.
This material last updated November 2009.
