Alpha Technologies Spill Control Barrier System - Manual (Page 10)

Alpha Industrial Power Spill Control Barrier System
Installation Manual Page 9 of 25
5.2 After assembling and positioning the barrier system, mark the outer
perimeter of the barrier on the floor using 1 inch masking tape. This will
mark the proper placement of the Barrier and will help keep the floor clean
from adhesive overage or coating splatters and drips.
5.3 Check for uneven flooring by measuring the gap between the bottom of the
barrier and the floor. Gaps greater than 1/8 inch should be marked for the
application of additional Adhesive material during the barrier assembly
process. After marking large gaps, disassemble the parts for application of
Adhesive and final assembly.
5.4 Prepare Adhesive by removing the separator between Part A and Part B
in the two part pouch. Knead the package vigorously and work the material
from end to end until the epoxy appears thoroughly mixed. To ensure complete
and thorough mixing, continue kneading for several minutes after the Adhesive
material has achieved an even consistency and color. Poorly mixed Adhesive
will not fully cure, resulting in a failure to bond the Barrier securely to the floor
and to poor chemical resistance.
CAUTION:
The Adhesive and Coating materials are immediate eye irritants and, after
prolonged exposure, skin and lung irritants. Wear safety goggles, long
sleeved shirt, chemical resistant gloves and a NIOSH/MSHA TC-23C
approved respirator (respirator required for inadequate ventilation situations
only) when mixing and applying these compounds. See the MSDS for
additional safety and handling instructions.
NOTE:
Once prepared, the Adhesive and Coating materials should be applied without
delay. Interaction between Part A and Part B of the Adhesive generates heat
that will accelerate the hardening process. Always grasp pouch by the rolled end
to avoid discomfort due to heat generation.
5.5 Roll the end of the bag such that the empty space has been taken up
(Figure 5.1). Diagonally cut one of the bottom corners so that the bag may
be used as an applicator (Figure 5.2). Squeezing the bag will apply a bead
of Adhesive.
5.6 Use the Adhesive to fill any defects in the floor inside the containment area that
have not been previously filled using the Joint/Crack Filler Kit. Use a putty knife
to scrape the filled areas flush with the surrounding surface.