Systems and applications
ResinTech traffic coating systems
Protective coating assemblies for parking structures, drive aisles, ramps, walkways, balconies and podiums — defined by reinforcement level, material function and service conditions, not by thickness alone.
The System Architecture Guide (RT-TCSA-DG-1.12) is temporarily withdrawn from download while it is updated. The build stacks, application matrix, site requirements and hold points below are reproduced from it, except that content depending on the CRU kit now under revision — CRU layer thicknesses, the EWS-X double-broadcast configuration, CRU pigmentation and the CRU substitution guidance — is marked “awaiting confirmation” rather than reproduced. An updated guide will be listed in Technical Resources when issued.
The five system materials
Every ResinTech traffic system is built from the same material set, each with one functional role.
| Material | Primary function |
|---|---|
| FLEXCOAT-PU (FPU) | Flexible crack-bridging base layer for movement accommodation and substrate-risk protection (the “+” modifier) |
| CBE | Reinforcement layer, broadcast binder and structural wear component — the standard reinforced epoxy |
| TUE | Optional premium epoxy reinforcement / build layer — may be substituted for CBE |
| HPP | Primary UV-stable traffic surface — the core ResinTech traffic chemistry |
| CRU | Premium protective finish coat — the optional final layer of the architecture. Its product data is under revision, so CRU thicknesses, mixing guidance and the configurations that depend on it are marked “awaiting confirmation” below. |
General build order
Product links: FLEXCOAT-PU · CBE · TUE · HPP · CRU
System families
VTS-P and VTS-D are the default recommendation for most parking conditions.
Pedestrian Traffic System
An efficient HPP (or indoor CBE) system for standard pedestrian areas, with a “+” configuration that adds the FLEXCOAT-PU flexible base for balconies, podiums and rooftop terraces.
Configurations: PTS, PTS+ VTSVehicular Traffic System
The primary workhorses of the range and the default recommendation for parking stalls, drive aisles, general parking decks and most ordinary traffic conditions.
Configurations: VTS-P, VTS-D EWSExtreme Wear System
Reinforced broadcast durability for ramps, turning zones, braking zones and architecturally driven wear areas, escalating to the double-broadcast EWS-X for maximum-duty conditions.
Configurations: EWS-S, EWS-Q, EWS-F, EWS-XSystem application matrix
| Area / condition | System |
|---|---|
| Interior pedestrian walkways | PTS |
| Exterior pedestrian walkways | PTS |
| Service corridors / utility walkways | PTS |
| Storage / utility areas | PTS |
| Mechanical rooms / service corridors | PTS |
| Budget-sensitive retrofit areas | PTS |
| Rooftop pedestrian terraces | PTS+ |
| Podium decks (pedestrian) | PTS+ |
| Balconies (over occupied space) | PTS+ |
| Parking stalls | VTS-P |
| Drive aisles | VTS-D |
| Rooftop parking (over occupied space) | VTS-D+ |
| Podium parking (over occupied space) | VTS-P+ |
| Entry / exit zones | EWS-S |
| Standard ramps | EWS-S |
| Turning zones | EWS-S |
| High braking / acceleration zones | EWS-S |
| Decorative reinforced areas (quartz or flake) | EWS-F / Q |
| Decorative flake for new concrete | EWS-F+ |
| Extreme-duty ramps | EWS-X |
| Truck turning zones | EWS-X |
| Loading / service docks | EWS-X |
| Extreme-duty traffic (over occupied space) | EWS-X+ |
A “+” suffix indicates the system includes the FLEXCOAT-PU flexible crack-bridging base membrane for movement-prone or high-risk substrate conditions. Decorative media do not change a system’s structural classification.
Site and application requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Substrate temperature | 10–30 °C |
| Ambient temperature | 10–32 °C |
| Relative humidity | ≤ 85 % |
| Dew point | Substrate at least 3 °C above dew point |
| Rain-free window (exterior) | Approximately 6–12 hours |
| Concrete age | At least 28 days in standard conditions |
| Concrete moisture | Tramex ≤ 4 % or ASTM F2170 ≤ 85 % RH |
| Minimum concrete strength | ≥ 25 MPa compressive; ≥ 1.5 MPa tensile |
| Surface profile (ICRI 310.2R) | CSP 2–3 for thin PTS (grinding); CSP 3–4 for reinforced and vehicular systems (shot blasting) |
Quality-control hold points
Do not proceed unless:
- Substrate profile has been verified
- Moisture condition has been verified
- Coating thickness has been confirmed
- Broadcast acceptance has been established where appearance or texture is critical
- Recoat-window compliance has been confirmed
- A test patch / mock-up has been completed where conditions or finish expectations are uncertain
Field pigmentation
CBE, TUE and HPP are supplied as clear resin systems and field-pigmented where a coloured finish is required.
- Pre-mix Part A separately.
- Add the full designated colorant unit to Part A.
- Mix Part A and colorant until a fully uniform, streak-free colour is achieved.
- Only after colour uniformity is achieved, add Part B.
- Mix the complete kit in accordance with the product Technical Data Sheet.
- Do not add colorant directly into Part B, and do not add colorant after Parts A and B have been combined.
- Where a clear or semi-clear finish is intended — for example over decorative broadcast media in EWS-F — the finish layer remains unpigmented.
- For colour-sensitive work use full kit ratios, consistent batch procedures and mock-up approval.
The guide’s pigmentation procedure also covers CRU. It is not reproduced for CRU here because the current CRU kit’s component configuration and mixing instructions are under revision.
Comparative material properties
Typical physical properties from the design guide (Rev 1.12). The FLEXCOAT-PU Shore hardness is not shown because the guide and the product TDS (TDS-FPU-1.0) state different values. Confirm every value against the current product TDS before specifying. CRU is omitted from this table while its packaging and product data are under revision — see the CRU product page.
| Property (method) | FLEXCOAT-PU | TUE | CBE | HPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solids by weight (ASTM D1353) | 98 % | 100 % | 100 % | 98 % |
| Drying time at 24 °C / 50 % RH (ASTM D1640) | 20 h @ 15 mils | 20 h @ 15 mils | 8 h @ 15 mils | 4 h @ 15 mils |
| Tack-free time (ASTM D1640) | 8 h | 10 h | 6 h | 1 h |
| Bond strength to substrate (ASTM D4541) | 150 psi | 370 psi | 420 psi | 310 psi |
| Tensile strength (ASTM D412) | 300 psi | 6,500 psi | 5,100 psi | 2,900 psi |
| Elongation (ASTM D412) | 800 % | 6 % | 8 % | 20 % |
| Abrasion resistance (ASTM D4060) | N/A | 35 mg | 50 mg | 30 mg |
| Shore hardness (ASTM D2240) | See note | 80 D | 80 D | 70 D |
| UV stability | Limited | Moderate | Limited | Excellent |
| Chemical resistance | Limited | Excellent | Moderate | Excellent |
| Return to service | Standard | Moderate | Standard | Fast |
Restoration over an existing sound membrane
Where an existing traffic coating or waterproofing membrane has been recently installed and remains sound, fully bonded and free of moisture intrusion, complete removal may not be required. Where approved by surface evaluation, the existing membrane is mechanically prepared by shot blasting, a CBE or TUE primer / bonding layer is applied at 4–6 mils, and the selected traffic system is installed over it. HPP remains the standard surface layer; CBE or TUE may be used as an alternative topcoat only in interior or protected environments where UV exposure is limited.
Waterproofing layers
A bonded waterproofing membrane is project-specific and not required in every assembly. Where one is specified, ResinTech PPM is documented for use as an intermediate waterproofing layer within ResinTech coating systems; its data sheet governs its use. FLEXCOAT-PU remains the flexible crack-bridging base within the traffic system architecture.
Limitations
- Systems shall be selected on actual traffic conditions and abrasion demands.
- CBE should not be used as the final exposed exterior coating where UV stability is required. TUE may be used as a final coat only in interior or protected environments where UV exposure is limited.
- Do not apply coatings to damp or contaminated surfaces, or when condensation is present.
- Movement joints must be treated separately using appropriate joint sealants.
- Always follow the individual product Technical Data Sheets, including maximum recoat windows.