Easiflow™ VP Grout XFH

Easiflow VP Grout XFH, is used for the fixing of steel bolts and bars into pre-drilled holes within concrete, rock, brickwork, stonework, masonry or other substrates capable of supporting the required load.

Formed anchors are high strength fixings which are resistant to corrosion and may be loaded quickly after installation.

Placed anchors are resistant to vibration, do not exert expansive forces and may be used for under water installation. Easiflow VP Grout XFH consists of a low viscosity polyester resin plus a catalysed filler.

The two components are mixed to produce a filled resin grout, which may be poured or pumped into suitably prepared anchor holes.

Typical Uses

Base plates, rail tracks, starter bars and dowels, safety fences and balustrades. Reciprocating machinery high impact loads.

Suitable Substrates

Easiflow VP Grout XFH is suitable for masonry, concrete, brickwork, stonework and rock.

Colour

Easiflow VP Grout XFH is dark grey in colour.

Packaging

Easiflow VP XFH Grout is pre-packed in 4.35kg units.

Pot Life (once mixed)

Standard – 18-22 minutes

XFH – 8-12 minutes

Please consult the technical data sheet for full technical product data including compressive strengths and volumes required.

Application temperature: 3°C to -12°C

Use Standard grade for temperatures of 8°C to 25°C

Coverage: See Technical Data Sheet for grout volumes required

Number of parts supplied: 2 (Part A / Part B)

Pot Life (once mixed): XFH – 8-12 minutes

Standard grade: 18-22 minutes

Anchor Installation

Holes and Bar Types

Holes should be drilled using rotary percussive drills with air or water flush. The drill bit should be of the integral type with an elliptical head. Holes which are diamond cored should be drilled with a rotary percussive non-flushing drill bit should be cleaned using a steel rotary brush. Loosened dust should be blown out of the hole using compressed air through an extension tube reaching to the bottom of the hole. Cast holes should taper so that the hole diameter is smaller at the mouth than the bottom. Steel bars used for anchoring should be deformed such as those manufactured to BS 4449. Threaded bars may be used. When using smooth bars an extra safety factor should be incorporated into the anchor design.

Shelf Life & Storage

Polycote Easiflow VP Grout XFH has a shelf life of 6 months when kept in dry conditions at a temperature of 5°C to 25°C.
Storage at higher temperatures or high humidity may reduce the shelf life.

Cleaning

Equipment should be cleaned with Solvent prior to grout hardening.

Mixing

Place Easiflow VP Grout XFH into plastic container or bucket. Slowly add Part A whilst mixing. Continue mixing until a uniform colour is achieved. Correct mix proportioning must be used to achieve the designed anchor strength.

Grout and Bar Placing – Place contents of resin can into plastic container or pail. Slowly add catalysed filler whilst mixing. Continue mixing until a uniform colour is achieved. Correct mix proportioning must be used to achieve the designed anchor strength. Pour mixed grout into prepared holes, rodding if necessary to ensure grout flows to the bottom of the hole. Once grout has been placed insert bar into hole and gently twist and press home to the required depth. The bar should be left undisturbed until the grout has hardened.

Equipment should be cleaned with Solvent prior to grout hardening.
For installations under water please consult the Polycote Technical Advice Team.
Pour mixed grout into prepared holes, rodding if necessary to ensure grout flows to the bottom of the hole.

Once grout has been placed insert bar into hole and gently twist and press home to the required depth.
The bar should be left undisturbed until the grout has hardened.
For underwater installation, please phone Polycotes Technical Service Department.

Temperature In Use

Use XFH for 3°C to -12°C.
Use STD grade for temperatures of 8°C to 25°C.

Safety Factors

Non critical applications: 1.5 minimum
Critical applications: 2.0 minimum
Compliance with relevant codes of practice and standards.

Health & Safety

Before using this product, please ensure you have received and read carefully both the Hazard Label applied to the container and the relevant Material Safety Data Sheets.

Any Questions?

Please do not hesitate to contact us for advice regarding the use of this product or its suitability for your particular application.
Our aim is to provide all the technical help you need to make an informed choice and achieve total success. Polycote Technical Helpline 01234 846400