{"title":"Apply the Epoxy Floor","description":"\u003cp\u003eMegapoxy floor coatings for exposed concrete floors that need a hard-wearing, hygienic or chemical-resistant finish. Select a compatible coating system for the traffic and service conditions of the space.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"megapoxy-132","title":"Megapoxy 132","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor floor protection in food and beverage production facilities, pharmaceutical industries, hospital kitchens, and high-traffic forklift ramps, Megapoxy 132 provides a high-strength, solvent-free epoxy barrier. This low-viscosity system is formulated to resist regular industrial cleaning and abrasion, and it carries AS 4020:2018 approval for contact with potable water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eClean environment compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMegapoxy 132 is free from any suspected or potential carcinogens or mutagens, ensuring it will not taint foodstuffs. It conforms to the Department of Primary Industries requirements for coatings and floorings used in export-registered food processing establishments, such as abattoirs. With a low volatile organic compound content of 7 g\/l, it is suitable for application in enclosed commercial spaces including bakeries, cafes, and bathrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eApplication and modification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe low-viscosity liquid has a mixed viscosity of 620cps at 25°C, allowing application by brush, roller, squeegee, or airless spray. To meet specific slip-resistance and thickness requirements, the system can be modified on-site:\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIt accepts fine aggregates broadcast between coats to produce a non-slip surface for wet areas and vehicle driveways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIt can be mixed with fine aggregates to produce high-strength screed floors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120MPa ultimate compressive strength (ASTM C579):\u003c\/strong\u003e High load-bearing capacity to withstand heavy forklift traffic and machinery loads without crushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;3MPa concrete bond strength (ASTM D4541):\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong adhesion to prepared concrete, ensuring the coating does not delaminate under shear forces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-minute work time (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e The application window to spread, level, or broadcast aggregate before the mixed epoxy begins to set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24-hour minimum cure (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e The drying window before the floor can be put back into service, dropping to 12 hours at 35°C and extending to 48 hours at 15°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.000 gram\/hr m² water vapour transmission (ASTM E96\/E96M):\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete resistance to water vapour passage, protecting the underlying substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing precision:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strict adherence to the 2:1 by volume mixing ratio is required. Inaccuracies or incomplete mixing will lower physical properties, prevent satisfactory curing, or cause discolouration with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum application temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not apply when substrate or ambient temperatures are below 10°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e All existing coatings must be removed prior to application. Bonding directly to existing paint or coatings reduces bond strength compared to a freshly prepared substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal preparation limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wire brushing is not satisfactory for metal substrates and provides minimal adhesion. Metals must be grit blasted or mechanically abraded to bright metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eSurface preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor successful adhesion, substrates must be prepared according to their material class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must be free from grease and oil. Remove surface laitance by scabbling, grit blasting, or grinding. If mechanical prep is not possible, acid etch with a 1:1 hydrochloric acid and water mix at 0.5 litres per square metre, react for 10 minutes, scrub, rinse, and allow to dry for 24 hours until surface dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grit blast to AS 1627.2.2002, or mechanically abrade to a clean, bright finish. Degrease immediately after abrasion by flooding with an industrial grade degreaser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated concrete:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flame-clean or use a scutching tool to remove paint, then complete preparation with diamond grinding or scabbling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated metals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strip paint or galvanising using a high-quality paint stripper, followed by grit blasting or grinding to a bright metal finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eClean-up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo keep mixing implements, squeegees, and application tools clean before the epoxy cures, use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/megapoxy-thinners\"\u003eMegapoxy Thinners\u003c\/a\u003e. Wear disposable rubber gloves during application and clean-up to maintain proper industrial hygiene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Megapoxy","offers":[{"title":"Grey \/ 30L Kit","offer_id":37551473983680,"sku":"MP132GR\/30","price":909.36,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear \/ 30L Kit","offer_id":37551474049216,"sku":"MP132CL\/30","price":849.73,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear \/ 15L Kit","offer_id":37551474081984,"sku":"MP132CL\/15","price":506.86,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear \/ 4.5L Kit","offer_id":45248070156480,"sku":"MP132CL\/4.5","price":195.36,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/files\/megapoxy-132-high-strength-epoxy-as4020-floors-adheseal.png?v=1763706786"},{"product_id":"megapoxy-mc","title":"Megapoxy MC","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor high-traffic food and beverage facilities, chemical bunds, and wastewater infrastructure, Megapoxy MC provides a 100% solids, VOC-free epoxy maintenance coating that resists heavy abrasion, chemical exposure, and hydrogen sulphide gas. It protects concrete and steel substrates, curing to a hygienic, dust-free gloss finish that is suitable for structures in contact with foodstuffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChemical and wear protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMegapoxy MC is a high-build protective coating formulated to seal floors, walls, and structural steel against aggressive environmental hazards. For harsh or highly aggressive service conditions, a three-coat application is recommended to achieve a total cured dry film thickness of 0.4 mm to 0.5 mm. The cured coating resists chemical splash and immersion, protecting containment areas, plant rooms, and factory floors from chemical degradation. Where slip resistance is required for ramps, car parks, or forklift areas, the freshly applied first coat accepts a broadcast of epoxy-quality sand, glass beads, carborundum, or silicone oxide, or a fine aggregate can be mixed directly into the coating at a rate of 250 grams per 5 kg kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressive strength (ASTM D695):\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 MPa (MC2 Rapid version only), providing a high-strength surface that withstands forklift traffic and heavy mechanical loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBond strength to concrete (ASTM D4541):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;3 MPa, ensuring the coating adheres to prepared concrete substrates without delaminating under shear stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTensile bond strength to steel (ASTM D897):\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 MPa, providing high adhesion to properly prepared bright metal surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork time (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 hours for the Standard version or 30 minutes for the MC2 Rapid version, defining the application window after mixing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRe-coat window (at 25°C):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 hours for Standard or 4 hours for MC2 Rapid. If more than 24 hours elapses between coats, you must abrade the surface to a uniform dull finish using 60-grit paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 m² to 25 m² per 5 kg kit, or 80 m² to 100 m² per 20 kg kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not apply Megapoxy MC if the substrate temperature is below 10°C. Do not rely on wire brushing for metal preparation, as it is not entirely satisfactory and yields minimal adhesion only. Do not apply directly to existing coatings; bonding to coated surfaces will result in inferior bond strengths compared to bare, prepared substrates. Mixing ratios must be precise; inaccuracies or incomplete mixing will lower the physical properties of the cured system, and may prevent a complete cure or cause discolouration over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSubstrate preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure high adhesion, substrates must be prepared according to their material class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must be free from grease and oil. Remove surface laitance by mechanical abrasion (scabbling, grit blasting, or grinding). If mechanical preparation is not possible, acid etch using a 1:1 hydrochloric acid and water mix at 0.5 litres per square metre, allow to react for 10 minutes, scrub with a stiff broom, wash thoroughly, and allow to dry for 24 hours. Concrete must be surface dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grit blast to AS CK 9.4 - 1964 Class 3 finish. If grit blasting is not possible, mechanically abrade to clean, bright metal, then degrease by flooding the surface with an industrial grade degreaser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated concrete:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove all traces of existing paint by flame-cleaning or using a scutching tool, followed by diamond grinding or scabbling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated metals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove all paint, galvanising, or zinc coatings using a high-quality paint stripper, followed by grit blasting or grinding to a bright metal finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMixing and application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMegapoxy MC is supplied in pre-metered kits. Pour the entire contents of Part B into the Part A container. Mix the components thoroughly, scraping the base and corners of the tin, then scrape the sides and mix again. Use a timer and mix to the following durations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMegapoxy MC (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix for a minimum of 3 minutes, scrape the sides, and mix for a further 2 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMegapoxy MC2 (Rapid):\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix for a minimum of 2 minutes, scrape the sides, and mix for a further 1 minute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn highly porous concrete surfaces, prime first using \u003ca href=\"\/products\/megapoxy-lvs\"\u003eMegapoxy LVS\u003c\/a\u003e (Low Viscosity Sealer) applied at 8 m² to 10 m² per litre, and overcoat within 8 to 24 hours. Megapoxy MC can be thinned up to 10% with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/megapoxy-thinners\"\u003eMegapoxy Thinners\u003c\/a\u003e on the first coat, and 5% on the second coat, to improve workability. All thinners must evaporate before applying the next coat. 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