DEX-O-TEX
Crossfield Products Corp.
140 Valley Road
Roselle Park, NJ 07204
Tel: (908) 245-2800
Fax: (908) 245-0659
Web site: www.dexotex.com
E-mail: dexotex@cpcmail.net
3000 E. Harcourt St.
Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221
Tel: (310) 886-9100
Fax: (310) 886-9119
A) Composition
Dex-O-Tex Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo flooring is an epoxy resin composition which incorporates a unique blend of small marble aggregates. After power grinding the resulting terrazzo finish is thin-section, jointless and extraordinarily durable.
Typically installed to thickness of 1/4” (6.35 mm). Dex-O-Tex Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo is available in a very wide range of background colors. Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo is an economical alternative to The use of white metal (zinc) dividing strips is not required except as described for decorative effect and/or the junction of base and floors.
Crossfield Products Corp. producers of Dex-O-Tex Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo, is a Manufacturing Member of the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association (NTMA), the terrazzo industry trade organization. Dex-O-Tex Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo meets all physical requirements of NTMA recommended product specifications.
As an option, Dex-O-Tex Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo is available in the Dexcide series which incorporates antimicrobial chemistry to control the growth of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, etc.) on the floor surface. This feature is available at a very modest additional cost.
B) Typical Uses
Any areas where terrazzo floors are traditionally used including lobbies, churches, corridors, restrooms, pharmaceutical manufacturing, etc.
C) Advantages - Limitations
Advantages:
1. Thin section, light weight
2. Monolithic
Limitations:
1. If sub-surface cracks, Dex-O-Tex Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo may crack to some degree - consult Crossfield Products for recommendations to reduce such cracking, such as the use of Dex-O-Tex SC Membrane.
2. When installed onto on-ground concrete floor requires functioning vapor barrier to prevent upwards water vapor transmission which may result in loosening of epoxy floors or improper curing of epoxy materials.
Epoxy Resin Components Only
A) Compressive Strength
ASTM D-695 (Specimen B Cylinder)
12,900 p.s.i.
B) Surface Hardness
ASTM D-2240 (Durometer) Scale D 80-85
C) Tensile Strength
ASTM D-638 (Run at 2:/minute using “C” die for ASTM D-412) 3,400 p.s.i.
D) Flash Point
ASTM D-92 (Cleveland Open Cup) 143ºF
E) Water Absorption
MIL-D-3134 and ASTM D-570 0.3%
F) Chemical Resistance
ASTM D-1303 (Seven day immersion)
Distilled Water
Mineral Oil
Isopropanol No effect
Ethanol
.025 Detergent Solution
1% Soap Solution
10% Sodium Hydroxide
10% Hydrochloric Acid
30% Sulfuric Acid
5% Acetic Acid
Complete System
A) Bond Strength
ACI 401 528 p.s.i.
Complete Failure in Concrete
B) Critical Radiant flux
NFPA 253/FTMS 372/ASTM E648
Greater than 1.07 Watts/CM2
Class 1 interior finish
C) Flammability
ASTM D635 Self extingushing
Extent of Burning 0 25 inches
D) Co-efficient of Linear Expansion
ASTM-795 14x106 in./in./Fº
E) Resistance to Elevated Temperature
MIL-D-3134 para 3.6 No flow, No slip
A) Prepare surfaces by removal of laitance, grease, foreign matter.
B) Apply Dex-o-Tex Membrane if specified.
C) Apply bonding coat by trowel or brush.
D) Trowel apply terrazzo bodycoat.
E) Power grind to expose marble aggregate
F) Apply grout coat to fill voids and fine grind floor.
G) Apply sealer coats
Note: Special Dex-O-Tex Drains, Floor Cleanouts, etc. are available from most major drain manufacturers. These should be used in conjunction with Dex-O-Tex Cheminert Micro-Terrazzo. Consult Crossfield Products for current listings and plumbing roughing.
Crossfield Products Corp. maintains offices and/or factories at all addresses listed below. Professional contractors are established in all major trading areas in the United States, Canada and various European and Far Eastern nations.
For maximum sheen and cleanability floor should be routinely treated with conventional maintenance finish followed by ordinary buffing.
Consult Crossfield Products Corp. for specification assistance and detailing. This consultation is highly recommended prior to application.
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