ARDEX R 70 P

Medium Duty Polyurethane Screed

Extremely durable and resistant to abrasion

Low maintenance costs
Resistant to many chemicals and liquids
Easy to clean and maintain high standards of hygiene
Seamless and continuous surface
Apply from 2mm to 5mm thickness
Available in a range of colours

ARDEX Australia Pty Ltd ARDEX New Zealand Ltd

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Seven Hills NSW 2147 Onehunga, Auckland 1061
1300 788 780 0800 227 339
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ARDEX R 70 P
Medium Duty Polyurethane Screed

DESCRIPTION of Part C, the powder component and pigment sachet

should then be introduced into the mixed resin and
ARDEX R 70 P is a specialist applied polyurethane resin mixed together for a further 2 minutes to create one
floor finish combining outstanding high chemical and homogeneous mix. One or more packs may be mixed
abrasive resistance with an aesthetic finish. Ideally suited at the same time in order to maintain a quick rate of
to aggressive areas where a seamless, joint-free finish installation.
is required and high hygiene standards are essential.
Factories and general heavy duty plant and traffic areas APPLICATION
are just some of the environments that can benefit from
this tough, chemical-resistant and anti-slip system. For flooring applications, the mixed material should be
applied to the prepared and primed surface between 8
SURFACE PREPARATION and 24 hours after priming, using a trowel to achieve the
desired thickness. As soon as the product has been laid
Ensure that the substrate is slightly rough, dry, solid and and as work progresses, the surface should be gently
free of laitance, grease, dust or other loose particles rolled with a spiked roller in order to provide an even
such as paint, release agents, limescale, mortar, plaster, surface appearance. Do not re-roll later.
adhesive residues, etc., which may impair adhesion.
Remove all traces of varnish, waxes, fats, oils and The work area should be protected during the installation
similar contaminants prior to mechanical preparation. process and during the initial curing time to ensure that
Prepare substrate with specialist machinery; grinding, no airborne debris can contaminate the surface of the
milling or blasting machine depending on the state of the wet resin as this will lead to unwanted blemishes in the
substrate. Vacuum the substrate. hardened, cured surface.

Properly treat and seal all joints or gaps in the concrete All movement joints in the sub-floor must be carried
substrate where differential movement is expected (for through the topping and properly sealed. Construction
example expansion joints). New concrete slabs must be joints and cracks not subject to movement may be
allowed to cure for at least 14 days. Substrate tensile overlaid but should the floor move in any way, these
strength must be greater than 15 MPa. defects will reflect through the system. Isolation joints
will need to be allowed for in areas where high thermal
To ensure maximum bond, grooves must be cut into movement is anticipated, e.g. around ovens and
the perimeter of the sub-floor, typically 8mm deep by freezers.
8mm wide. These should be inset approximately 100mm
from and running parallel with the walls and adjacent to LIMITATIONS
doorways etc., including any finishing edges and day
joints. The grooves must have clean, square edges and Do not use ARDEX R 70 P where ambient and/or
the product laid into the full depth of the groove forming substrate temperatures are less than 5°C or where
a perimeter anchorage. Grooves should surround areas ambient humidity exceeds 90%. Floors should have an
not exceeding 20m². RH (relative humidity) of 75% or less. If ARDEX R 70 P is
applied to substrates with a strength lower than 15 MPa,
Steel decking must be clean, sound and properly long term performance may be impaired.
supported to prevent flexing. Deck plates of less than
4mm thick are not recommended. Surfaces should be If pot life is exceeded the mixed product loses
shot blasted to SA2.5 and primed using ARDEX R 5 E characteristics and should be disposed of.
Epoxy Resin & Primer.
CLEAN UP
PRIMING
Clean tools and equipment immediately after use using
All appropriate substrates to receive ARDEX R 70 P must a suitable solvent. Hardened product will need to be
first be primed with ARDEX R 5 E. One or more coats of removed mechanically. See product safety data sheet for
primer may be required depending upon the condition further information.
and porosity of the concrete substrate. The final coat
of ARDEX R 5 E must be seeded with a fine (1-1.5mm) STORAGE
aggregate to provide a mechanical key.
ARDEX R 70 P can be stored for up to 6 months in its
MIXING original unopened packaging. The product should be
stored in a dry place between 5°C and 30°C. Keep away
Part A & Part B Resin Components of ARDEX R 70 P from frost, direct sunlight and sources of heat.
must first be mixed together for 1 minute, using forced
action, in a suitably sized mixing vessel. The contents

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COVERAGE COLOURS

Approximately 5m² per kit when applied at a 2mm Indication only.

thickness.

PACKAGING

ARDEX R 90 P is available in kits of 20kg containing four

parts: Resin (Part A), hardener (Part B), filler (Part C), and
a pigment sachet.
Green Grey Orange
TECHNICAL DATA

Characteristics Result
Working time @ 20°C 15 minutes
Light traffic 24 hours
Full traffic 48 hours Red Cream Yellow
Full chemical cure 7 days
Bond strength >1.5 MPa
Compressive strength 48 MPa
Flexural strength 20 MPa
Tensile strength 7 MPa

PRECAUTIONS

During mixing and application the following precautions

should be observed: ensure adequate ventilation and Toll Free Technical Services:
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with the hands by wearing protective gloves and by
using, if necessary, a suitable barrier cream.
The technical details, recommendations and other information contained in this
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately data sheet are given in good faith and represent the best of our knowledge and
with plenty of water and seek medical advice and after experience at the time of printing. It is your responsibility to ensure that our
contact with the skin wash immediately with plenty of products are used and handled correctly and in accordance with any applicable
soap and water (do not use solvents). New Zealand & Australian Standards, our instructions and recommendations
and only for the uses they are intended. We also reserve the right to update
information without prior notice to you to reflect our ongoing research and
Prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided, development program. Country specific recommendations, depending on local
especially where the user has an allergic reaction to standards, codes of practice, building regulations or industry guidelines, may
resin-based materials. Always wear gloves and eye/ effect specific installation recommendations. The supply of our products and
face protection as necessary. Observe personal services is also subject to certain terms, warranties and exclusions, which may
have already been disclosed to you in prior dealings or are otherwise available
hygiene, particularly washing the hands after work has to you on request. You should make yourself familiar with them.
been completed or at any interruption whilst work is in
progress. Care should be taken when removing gloves © ARDEX New Zealand Ltd 2019.
to avoid contaminating the insides. In case of accidents
seek medical advice. All aforementioned products are the trademarks of ARDEX New Zealand Ltd, its
licensors and affiliates. Always refer to ardex.co.nz for the latest technical data
from ARDEX New Zealand Ltd.
Additional information is in the Safety Data Sheet at
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