Technical Barrier System


Kelmar Waterproofing Systems

The Kelmar System is a multi-layered, totally engineered system.  The Kelmar System consists of a waterproofing membrane protected by a durable wear course, offering the ultimate protection against leakage and chloride ion penetration in parking structures, stadiums, plaza decks, balconies, pedestrian bridges and walkways.

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Kelmar® Parking Deck Waterproofing Systems

KELMAR® FWC III SYSTEM is a solvent free, rapid curing, 100% solids flexible epoxy protective coating system. The Kelmar® FWC III waterproofing system consists of a prime coat, NEO V II C, and an abrasion resistant traffic bearing top coat which is filled with aggregate for skid resistance. An optional top coat is also available.

Typical Uses: As a waterproofing system for parking structures / Pedestrian walkways / Balconies

Advantages:

  • Odorless / Provides a seamless
  • wear course over waterproofing membrane
  • Remains flexible over a wide range of temperatures
  • Provides an excellent slip-resistant surface
  • Resistant to most automotive chemicals
  • Proven history of performance
  • A-1 Fire rating (ASTM E 84)
  • Available in wide range of colors

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Kelmar® T.E. System
KELMAR® T.E. SYSTEM is a solvent free, rapid curing 100% solids epoxy protective coating system. The system consists of a prime coat, waterproof membrane and an abrasion-resistant, Coal Tar Epoxy traffic-bearing wear course(s), which is filled with aggregate for skid resistance. An optional topcoat is also available. Available in black only.

Typical Uses: Parking Garages / Areas requiring abrasion resistance combined with waterproofing needs / Loading docks / Garbage Rooms

Advantages:

  • Prevents chloride ion penetration
  • Class A , fire rating (ASTM E 84)
  • Tenaciously bonded membrane
  • Permanently elastic membrane
  • High traction skid-resistant wear course
  • High chemical & corrosion resistance
  • Proven history of performance
  • Easily re-coated

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Kelmar® PC System
KELMAR® PC SYSTEM is a modified polymer traffic deck waterproofing system specifically engineered for treating Pre-Cast Parking Structure joints. The Kelmar® PC waterproofing system consists of an epoxy primer, NEO V II C latex based waterproofing membrane reinforced with a nylon mesh and an abrasion resistant flexible traffic bearing wear course blended with #151 Aggregates. A topcoat is required for traffic decks exposed to UV. The topcoat is optional for enclosed decks.

Typical Uses: Pre-Cast Parking structure joint treatment.

Advantages:

  • Provides a seamless, flexible wear course over waterproofing membrane
  • Remains flexible over a wide range of temperatures
  • Extremely durable
  • Provides an excellent skid-resistant surface
  • Resistant to most automotive chemicals
  • Odorless – No VOC’s
  • Rapid curing

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Kelmar® Pedestrian Walkways And Interior Waterproofing Systems

Kelmar® CRF System
KELMAR® CRF SYSTEM is a waterproofing system for under raised access flooring structures, which typically are present in computer rooms. Kelmar® CRF provides a highly elastic membrane waterproofing layer called NEO V II C followed by a durable acrylic latex fortified cementitious wear course layer which is designed to handle the weight of the access flooring structure which is adhered to it.
Typical Uses: Computer Rooms with Raised Access Flooring

Advantages:

  • Provides seamless, waterproof floor and wall protection which access floor pedestals can be adhered to
  • Environmentally friendly
  • No VOC’s
  • No odor
  • Class A fire rating (ASTM E84) / Excellent resistance to thermal shock
  • Optional 1910 pigmented top coat available

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Kelmar® FWC III System

KELMAR® FWC III SYSTEM is a solvent free, rapid curing, 100% solids flexible epoxy protective coating system. The Kelmar® FWC III waterproofing system consists of a prime coat, NEO V II C, and an abrasion resistant traffic bearing top coat which is filled with aggregate for skid resistance. An optional top coat is also available.

Typical Uses: As a waterproofing system for parking structures / Pedestrian walkways / Balconies

Advantages:

  • Odorless
  • Provides a seamless, wear course over waterproofing membrane
  • Remains flexible over a wide range of temperatures
  • Provides an excellent slip-resistant surface
  • Resistant to most automotive chemicals
  • Proven history of performance
  • A-1 Fire rating (ASTM E 84)
  • Available in wide range of colors

 Click here to view Kelmar® FWC Technical Data Sheet PDF.


EMBE Systems

EMBE Protective Polymers are widely used for flooring, and wall coating applications in industrial buildings, commercial properties, and institutional buildings to protect and enhance the value of the buildings.  EMBE Protective Polymers are available in a variety of formulations, for applications including, adhesives, epoxy and novalac floor coatings, quartz floor systems, and epoxy terrazzo flooring.

MERDEK Systems

EMBE® Merdek® Protective Polymers are widely used for flooring, and wall coating applications in industrial buildings, commercial properties, and institutional buildings to protect and enhance the value of the buildings. EMBE® Merdek® Protective Polymers are available in a variety of formulations, for applications including, adhesives, epoxy and novalac floor coatings, quartz floor systems, and epoxy terrazzo flooring.
The EMBE® Merdek® menus below will give you instant access to our most current EMBE® Merdek® Product documentation. These product overviews and PDF documents can be viewed on-line, printed or instantly download for future reference.

Merdek® Basecoat
EMBE® MERDEK® BASECOAT is a flexible modified polymer membrane formulated with the most advanced chemistry available to provide a tough seamless waterproofing system with excellent crack bridging capabilities. It is used as a base coat and must be top coated with EMBE® Merdek Topcoat and / or Merdek UV, depending on the system specified. Merdek Basecoat does not require a primer as it adheres tenaciously to concrete.

Typical Uses: : Parking structures / Mechanical equipment rooms Cold storage rooms / Balconies / Shower areas / Kitchen Computer rooms / Wet processing area / Anti-Fracture membrane for tile floors / For areas where solvent fumes are unacceptable

Advantages:

  • Excellent waterproofing
  • Flexible over a wide range of temperatures
  • Seamless to insure protection from moisture intrusion
  • No VOCs
  • No odor
  • No primer required
  • Formulated to accept Top Coat

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Merdek® Top Coat – 100% Solids Epoxy Wear Course
EMBE® MERDEK TOP COAT is a 100% solids, flexible epoxy that is used as the wear intermediate coat or the finish coat, depending on the system specified, in the EMBE® Merdek system. EMBE® Merdek Topcoat is odor free, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Typical Uses: Parking Garages / Balconies / Garbage Rooms Computer access floors / Sports facilities / Pedestrian walkways Piers / Loading docks

Advantages:

  • 100% solid epoxy – No VOC’s
  • Durable
  • Flexible A-1 Fire Rating ASTM E84
  • Available in a variety of colors Chemical resistant
  • High gloss finish

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Merdek® UV – Single Component Interior and Exterior Coating
EMBE® MERDEK® UV is a single component, pigmented, water based, acrylic latex emulsion that is designed for concrete and as a topcoat for Merdek® Systems exposed to the elements.

Typical Uses: Exterior Floor and Wall Coating / Interior Floor and Wall Coating / Balconies

Advantages:

  • Permits migration of moisture vapor from the substrate Excellent UV resistance
  • Weather resistant, excellent color retention Re-coatable
  • Solvent free
  • Dries to a matte finish

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#151 Aggregate
#151 AGGREGATE is reprocessed rubber based aggregate used with the EMBE® Merdek System and with the Kelmar® P.C. Joint Detailing. #151 aggregate is a consistent quality, flexible aggregate with resilient durability. It is safe and non-toxic.

Advantages:

  • 100% recycled material
  • Slip resistant
  • Can be applied over various substrates
  • Flexible

 Click here to view #151 Aggregate Technical Data Sheet PDF.