Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop

Cement based screed CT-C70-F7-AR0,5 according to EN 13813, declaration of performance 020803040010000011180, and provided with CE marking.

Cement based screed A_fl according to EN 13813, declaration of performance 020803040010000011180, and provided with CE marking.

Industrial source of 100% crushed and graded metallic aggregates mixed with cement, pigments and admixtures

12 months from date of production

Store in original, unopened and undamaged sealed packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between +5 °C and +30 °C.

~2750 kg/m³ (after 28 days)

Use products mentioned above as indicated in their respective Product Data Sheets.

Note: 

Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop has a very low BCA abrasion depth ~20 μm, and up to 1.5 cm³/50 cm², Böhme.

~2.5–3.0 mm at the recommended coverage of ~7.0 kg/m²

+5 °C min. / +35 °C max.

30 % min. / 98 % max.

+5 °C min. / +35 °C max.

The above values are dependent upon the concrete reaching its design strength for serviceability and will be affected by changing ambient conditions, particularly temperature and relative humidity.

~5–7 kg/m²

the consumption will depend on application method and the concrete mix (w/c-ratio)

This figure does not allow for surface profile and wastage.

The concrete deliveries must be of consistent quality and comply with local standards.
A concrete slump in the range 75 to 110 mm will normally give best results.
The slab must be of good quality concrete with a minimum water/cement ratio consistent with the production of a fully compacted slab.
The compressive strength must be a minimum of 25 N/mm².
Use of Sikament^® or Sika Viscocrete^® super plasticisers is advised to ensure the optimum quality of concrete and where fibres are used, their optimum dispersion within the mix.
Air Entrained Concrete is not a suitable substrate for the application of dry shake hardeners.

Mechanical Application - Automatic spreader in conjunction with a laser screed
Spread Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop evenly onto the concrete immediately after screeding at 5 kg/m² in one application.

Manual application
Dependent on the conditions, remove the surface “bleed” water or allow it to evaporate. Sprinkle Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop onto the screeded concrete evenly in 2 stages (first stage: 3 kg/m²; second stage: 2 kg/m²).
Care must be taken to apply the product without creating ripples etc. in the concrete surface. Overall application rate 5 kg/m². Casting Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop powder carelessly or further than 2 metres from point of casting will reduce the consistency of finish.
Compaction:
The first application must be worked into the slab followed immediately by the application of the second stage quantity of Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop.
Notes:

• Never add water to the surface where the dry shake has been applied.
• Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop results in the slab surface becoming “stiff” more quickly than usual. Careful trimming must take place along the edges where adjoining slabs are to be poured.
• Final finishing for closing pores and removing undulations can be achieved either by hand or powered trowels.

Application time

Application time for dry shake products is influenced by every variable which affects the placing of concrete, and can therefore vary substantially, depending on the prevailing conditions.
For mechanical application with automatic spreader and laser screed, the spreading can start almost immediately after the concrete has been levelled to allow for the hydration of the dry shake. Compaction with the trowel can start as soon as the weight of the power trowels is supported by the concrete.
For manual application, the dry shake must be spread once the concrete can be stepped on, without leaving a print deeper than 3–5 mm.
Periodical checking of the condition and development of the concrete will determine the correct time frame for each stage and sequence of application.

Cure and seal Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop immediately after finishing using the solvent based product Sikafloor^® ProSeal-22. (Refer to separate Product Data Sheet). Apply in a continuous even film by low-pressure spray unit, application also possible by.
Disperse any excess pools using a roller.
Joints:
After finishing operations and completing saw cuts, clean off any residual saw lubricant / slurry without delay. Joints can be filled with Sikaflex^® PRO-3 or another appropriate Sikaflex^® sealant in accordance with the floor design requirements.

Clean all tools and application equipment with water immediately after use. Hardened / cured material can only be mechanically removed.

To maintain the appearance of the floor after application, Sikafloor®-1 MetalTop must have all spillages removed immediately and must be regularly cleaned using rotary brushes, mechanical scrubbers, scrubber dryers, high pressure washers, wash and vacuum techniques, etc., using suitable detergents and waxes.