FK-45 Hygienic Forte

DESCRIPTION: FAKOLITH FK-45 Hygienic Forte is a high-performance, two-component, Bisphenol A free, modified epoxy sanitary paint, with a high solids content, low voc, low odour and EC marking, with higher physicochemical resistance and performance than FK-45 FoodGrade. FK-45 Hygienic Forte is a FoodGrade epoxy paint that ensures limitation of migrations, generates a high-gloss impermeable film that is easy to clean and disinfect, with water at temperatures of up to 100ºC, highly resistant to cross-cut test Class 0-1 UNE-DIN EN ISO 2409:2007. FK-45 FoodGrade Hygienic Forte is highly resistant to abrasion UNE EN ISO 5470-1:1999 and highly resistant to aggressive chemical attacks UNE EN 1504-2:2005 (chemicals compatible for epoxy), with a UNE Shore hardness of 80±5 units, Shore D EN ISO 868:2003. (23±2ºC;50±5%Hr), covering Class 1 (300 µm dry film) and damp rubbing Class 1, DIN EN 13300. Paint resistant to the most disinfectant cleaners according to Tests DIN EN ISO 4628-2: 2004-01 by TÜV SÜD Germany and/or Fakolith R&D+i (For more security, before use, ask your case to our Tech. Department). Available in the most frequent industrial colours (grey, green, red, blue, cream, yellow, black...) an now also in green and blue hospital.

BIOFILMSTOP SANITARY TECHNOLOGY (Treated Article BPR Art.3): An intelligent sanitary paint, treated with BioFilmStop Inhibition, highly resistant to biofilm bacteria and mould, DIN-UNE EN 15457:2008 (Aspergillus, Cladosporium, Penicillium, Algae…), as well as bacteria, ISO 22196:2011 (Escherichia coli, Listeria monocytogenes, Bacillus subtillis, Pseudonomas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enteritidis, Legionella pneumophila...). The paints of the DISPERLITH range positively contribute to compliance with (EC) 852/2004, are manufactured subject to HACCP and GMP (EC) 2023/2006, also notably improving HACCP, food safety and asepsis for the user company. With Statement of Compliance – Health Register FAKOLITH RGSEAA ES-39.005259/T and ROESP E-0043-E.

BPA-FREE TECHNOLOGY: As an added value, FK-45 Hygienic Forte has been developed with BPA-free technology, it has been formulated with epoxy resin free of Bisphenol A, component that has been prohibited in some countries.

RECOMMENDED USE: FK-45 Hygienic Forte sanitary epoxy paint is specifically formulated for the protection and finishing of surfaces where the highest levels of biological protection are required, along with high levels of physicochemical resistance, and is for application on skirting boards, floors walls and ceilings, objects, installations, structures, etc. located in interiors. Generally for use in the food industry, the health sector, the pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industry, construction and civil engineering.

HOW TO APPLY: Following adequate preparation of the surface and having confirmed the suitability of the environment, FK-45 FoodGrade Forte paint can be applied by brush or roller, or for finishes and optimum applications using AirMix type spraying equipment (Airless with air in spray gun and product heater, recommended equipment, Wagner Super Finish 23 Plus). Slowly pour component A into component B (never the other way round), mix together gently using an electric mixer, for at least 2 minutes or until the components have blended completely together, and then leave to rest for 1 minute before starting to apply. When mixing always use complete batches of component A and component B, to avoid errors in the mixing ratio. Plan carefully its application, bearing in mind its short pot-life of the mix. It can be applied over fibreglass netting systems, in tanks and on floors, mixed with non-slip quartz sand. Should it be necessary adjust the viscosity of the paint by thinning with 5-10% of special FoodGrade solvent, FK-45 Solvent OEM FG.

ATTENTION TO THE CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION AND CURING: Drying time and the waiting time for the second coat depend on layer thickness, temperature, relative humidity and ventilation. The environment and base temperature should never be lower than + 10ºC and higher than 35ºC, and the relative humidity should not be higher than 70-75%. The surface temperature of the base to be painted should always be at least 3 ° C above the dew point to avoid condensation. It is estimated that the ideal application temperature is around 20ºC and 60% relative humidity. In the event that environmental conditions are not appropriate for its application and curing, these should be adapted with extraction and ventilation of air, either at room temperature, with cold or heat, with dehumidifiers, etc., until the environmental conditions are adequate and stable during the application and curing, and always avoiding the generation of moisture condensation, since this would prevent the proper curing of the paint, especially made to monitor in tanks and confined spaces. Epoxy paint should not be in contact with water or surface condensation during the first 72 hours of curing, or the paint may not cure properly, appearing "Amine Blush" wash spots. The painting offers good general resistance, at least after 72 hours of curing, although we recommend not exposing the paint film to severe chemical-physical aggressions until it has been cured for at least 1 week (walls, floors, ceilings, indirect contact).

AVERAGE YIELD: according to recommended coat thickness, depending on use of FK-45 Hygienic Forte

- For a dry thickness in microns of 200 µm - consumption is 272 gr/m² - a yield of 3,31 m²/kg.
- For a dry thickness in microns of 300 µm - consumption is 407 gr/m² - a yield of 2,21 m²/kg.
- For a dry thickness in microns of 400 µm - consumption is 543 gr/m² - a yield of 1,66 m²/kg.
- For a dry thickness in microns of 500 µm - consumption is 678 gr/m² - a yield of 1,32 m²/kg.
- For a dry thickness in microns of 736 µm - consumption is 1 kg/m² - a yield of 1,00 m²/kg.