Prepared for
PAREX, INC.
P.O. Box 189
1870 Stone Mt.-Lithonia Road
Redan, GA 30074
by
RADCO
Resources, Applications, Designs and Controls, Inc.
Listing and Testing Division
3220 E. 59th Street
Long Beach, CA 90805
Telephone: 562-272-7231
Facsimile: 562-529-7513
RADCO reports are for the exclusive use of the client to whom they are addressed. Permission is granted to reproduce this report provided it Is
reproduced In Its entirety. The use of the name RADCO (Resources Applications, Designs and Controls, Inc.,) In any advertising or related materials
must receive prior written approval from RADCO. Reports apply onlyto samples tested at the time of testing and are not necessarily Indicative of the
quality of apparently Identical or similar products. This report contains confidential information intended for the sole use of the addressee. Transmittal
by facsimile Is prohibited without the express approval and concurrence of the addressee.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1,0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1
4.0 CONCLUSION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
PHOTOGRAPHS
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
At the request of Parex, Inc., RADCO conducted the Abrasion Resistance Test (500 liters of sand)
on Parex's Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS)/Synthetic Finish 530 samples. The test
was conducted in accordance with EIMA Test Method 200.01, "Standard Specification for
Performance of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS), Class PB", and Method A (Falling
Sand) of ASTM D 968 - 93, "Standard Test Methods for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings
by Falling Abrasive".
2.0 TESTSPECIMENS
All EIFS materials used to fabricate the test samples were randomly selected by RADCO personnel
from regular inventory at the Parex facility in Redan, GA on September 3, 1998. All base coats and
finishes used in the preparation of the test samples were manufactured by Parex, Inc. at their
Redan, GA facility. The entire process was witnessed and documented by RADCO personnel. All
containers were marked, sealed by RADCO personnel using tamper-proof tape as they were being
filled, and shipped to RADCO's testing facility in Long Beach, California. The Expanded
Polystyrene (EPS) foam was also selected by RADCO personnel and was molded and labeled by
Epsilon Foam Products, located in Azusa, CA (RADCO Listing No. 1222). All test specimens were
prepared by Parex and RADCO personnel between September 22, 1998 and September 30, 1998
at RADCO's testing facility in Long Beach, California. The fabrication procedures followed were
observed and documented by RADCO. The test samples were allowed to cure for a minimum of 28
days at ambient conditions prior to testing.
The fabrication procedure followed to prepare the test samples is described in detail in Appendix A
along with drawings and lay-up details.
B. Ottawa Silica Sand: Specific gravity, 2.65. This sand is specially graded natural silica sand
and is considered standard when not more than 15% of the grains in a sample are retained
on a No. 20 sieve and not more than 5% of the grains pass thorough a No. 30 sieve after 5
minutes of continuous sieving. The sand was also obtained from Paul N. Gardner Company.
The test was conducted per ASTM D 968 - 93. As specified in the standard, the gravity feed of the
abrasion tester was calibrated by passing sand through the funnel and tube such that the rate of
flow was 2 liters of sand in 21 to 23.5 seconds.
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The test was conducted at RADCO's testing facility in Long Beach, California from March 29, 1999
to April 1, 1999.The test specimenswere conditionedfor a minimumof 24 hoursat 73.4 ::!: 3.5F
(23:t: 2C) and 50:f: 5% relative humidity. Three (3) - 6" x 6" (152.4 mm x 152.4 mm) samples with
the exterior coating applied to the substrate on the front face only were tested. Each sample was
mounted in the test fixture at a 45-degree angle to the vertical. Sand was continually poured into
the top funnel of the tester until 500 liters of sand impacted the sample. The samples were then
visually inspected for cracking, crazing, or loss of film integrity.
Acceptance Criteria: No cracking, checking or loss of film integrity at 528 quarts (500 liters) of sand.
4.0 CONCLUSION
When visually examined, all three (3) samples complied with the test requirements of EIMA Test
Method 200.01, "Standard Specification for Performance of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
(EIFS), Class PB", and Method A (Falling Sand) of ASTM D 968 - 93, "Standard Test Methods for
Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by Falling Abrasive". There was no cracking, checking, or
loss of film integrity observed in any of the samples tested at 528 quarts (500 liters) of sand.
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APPENDIX A
LIST OF MATERIALS
The following materials were utilized in the fabrication of the test specimens:
Parex Base Coat and Adhesive 301 consisting of 30 Ibs. (13.6 kg) of pailed product and 15
Ibs. (6.8 kg), grey, Type I Portland cement was used. Batch number 80831A5 was
randomly selected from Parex product inventory. Base Coat was mixed according to the
Parex Product Data Sheet.
Parex Synthetic Finish 530. Batch number 80820A3 was randomly selected from Parex
product inventory.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The following procedures were followed in the fabrication of the test specimens:
. Parex Base Coat and Adhesive 301 was applied 1/16" (1.6 mm) thick onto insulation board.
Parex Standard Non-Woven mesh 353 was embedded into the wet base coat using a
stainless steel trowel. Additional base coat was applied, as necessary, until the color of the
mesh was not visible beneath the surface of the base coat material. The glass fiber
reinforced base coat overlapped the board edges and corners.
. Parex Synthetic Finish 530 was.troweled over the dry Parex Base Coat 301.
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PAREXEIFS 1 lb. PAREX EPS INSULATION BOARD
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SPECIFICATIONS:
ASTM C578-97A, Type I are minimum Parex Molded Expanded Polystyrene Insulation Board
Specifications amended as follows:
MATERIALS: .
Only 100% virgin expandable polystyrene modified resin beads are to be used. The use of any regrind
material is strictly forbidden.
CURING:
Molded blocks shall be air dried for a minimum of six weeks (less than .5% residual pentane) prior to
cutting into finished boards or the kiln dried equivalent
DIMENSIONAL TOLERANCES:
Over entire board of a maximum size (2'x4' ASTM CSSO),length, width, thickness and squareness =
1/16 inches. Flatness o\l9r entire board = 1/32 inches.
Strength Properties
Compressive 10% Deflection ASTM D 1621 10-14 psi
Flexural Strength ASTM C 203 25-30 psi
Tensile Strength ASTM D 1623 16-20 psi
Moisture Resistance
Water Vapor Transmission ASTM E 96 2.0-5.0 perms
Water Absorption ASTM C272 Less than 4% by volume
PAREX@ 4/98
Parex. Inc.
P.O. Box 189. 1870 Stone Mt.'Uthonia Rd.. Redan. GA 30074
Phone 77Q..182-7JJ72 Fax 770-482.6878
http://www.parex.com e-mail: parexOmindspring.com
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PAREXEIFS
EXTERIOR INSULATION AND FINISH SYSTEM
Reinforcing yIeshes
Description Uses
Standard Non-Wovenmesh 353
6 oz fiberglass mesh. Non-wovenand Standard reinforcement of Parex EIFS.
shift-proof. Superior alkali resistance Required in combination with Parex
and durability.. Coating: 40 g yd2 High Impact 14 mesh 358.14 or
Ultra High Impact 20 mesh 358.20.
LongDetailmesh 355
4.5 oz fiberglass mesh. Highlyflexible Walls with many details.
for details. Alkali-resistant. Required in combination with
Parex High Impact 14 mesh 358.14
or Ultra High Impact 20 mesh 358.20.
Weight
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6 ozlyd2 4.5 ozlyd2
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4.50zlyd2
EEf8
4.5 ozlyd2
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7.2 ozlyd2
mm
1 Oozlyd2
Elf!DJ
14ozlyd2 20 ozlyd2
Coveroge 456ft21roll 475 1\2/roll 115 f12lroll 237 1\2/roll 1191\2/roll 237 1\2/roll 237 1\2/roll 237 1\2/roll
Width 39 in. 38 in. 9.5 in. 19 in. 9.5 in. 38 in. 38 in. 39 in.
Packaging 4 rolls/box 4 rollslbox 16 rolls/box 8 rolls! box 4 rolls/box 4 rolls/box 4 rollslbox 2rolls/box
Storage Avoid storing rolls on end or in direct sunlight.
Application The fiberglass must be embedded into the wet base coat and be Act1esivemesh 352 The fiberglass must be The fiberglass must be embedded into the wet base coat and be smoothed
smoothed with a trowel until fully embedded with the mesh pattern is adhered to the embedded inlo the wet base with a trowel until fully embedded with the mesh pattern not visible.
not visible. Avoid wrinkles. insulation before the coat and be smoothed with
base coat is applied. a trowel until fully embedded
Apply Ihe base coat with the mesh pattern Tightly butt mesh edges but do not overlap them.
The mesh must be continuous at all corners and must be lapped and smooth it until not visible.
a minimum of 2 1/2 inches (63.5 mm) at the mesh seams.
the mesh pattern is Install Parex Corner Mesh 357 at all edges.
not visible.
Tightly butt meslt edges
but do not overlap them. Where mesh edges butt together, the joint has to be covered with
The mesh must
a layer of Standard or Detail mesh witlt a minimum lap of 4 in. (102 mm).
be continuous at
Install mesh taking care For High impact 14 and Ultra-High impact 20, a second coat of Standard or
all corners and
to avoid wrinkles. long Detail mesh must be applied on tlte whole surface.
must be lapped
a minimum of
2 1/2 inches (63.5 mm) Where mesh edges butt
at the mesh seams. together, the joint has to
be covered with a layer
of Standard or Detail
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mesh with a minimum
lap of 6 in. (152 mm).
Impact Classification
Pare. Mesh required to achieve Impact resistance In accordance to EIMA Test Method and Standard 101.86
fillers, pigments, etc., should be any residue which may affect the
CLEAN-UP: added under any circumstances. ability of the 301 to bond to the surface.
Water soluble prior to drying. Clean APPLICATION: D Avoid application in direct sunlight in
tools and containers with water before hot weather.
D Adhesive Application: Apply the
polymer/cement mixture sets.
adhesive to the entire surface on one D Do not use as a,leveler for EPS.
face of the insulation board, using a Rasp EPS level.
Parex 5/8 in. (16 mm) notched trowel
for masonry and concrete or Parex
Job name 5/16 in. (8 mm) notched trowel for
gypsum sheathing. The ribbons
should be of uniform thickness, run
horizontally and reach the perimeter
of the insulation board. To ensure
Contractor
high initial grab and uniform adhesive
contact, apply insulation board to wall
with firm pressure to entire surface.
Date
Apply sufficient pressure to flatten
adhesive ridges.
P.O. Box 189 - 1870 Stone Mountain-Lithonia Rd. Redan, Georgia 30074
PHONE: 770 482 7872 FAX 7704826878
Product Data Sheet: This information is design to guide you and has been
conscientiously compiled according to the latest state of our technology. No
liability can be accepted in connection with the use of the product because of
the great variety of applications and working conditions.
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EXTERIOR INSULATION AND FINISH SYSTEM
Base Coat & Adhesive
DESCRIPTION:
. Base Coat for Parex EIFS
Standard and Premium,
Water Master, and R System.
. Adhesive to laminate EPS
to listed substrates.
. 70 percent synthetic paste
to 30 percent cement.
. Requires the addition
of Portland cement.
USES:
o Adhesive of EPS
for the following substrates:
Exterior grade gypsum sheathing
ADHESIVE 301 Narrow Through
Glass fiberfaced gypsum sheathing
Masonry, concrete ..
and/or cement board
o Base coat
for the following Parex systems:
Standard
Premium
R System
Water Master
a Leveler and filler for masonry,
concrete and stucco surfaces. For
this application only, 301 can be built
up to 3/8 in. thick in a single pass.
COMPOSITION:
BASE COAT 301 a Binderbase: 100 percent acrylic
ADHESIVE 301 Wide Through
polymers, compatible with
Portland cement.
a Water based: vac compliant
a Color:Light grey
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EXTERIOR INSULATION AND FINISH SYSTEM
E:I:I Series
DESCRIPTION:
. 100percentacrylic-basedtextured
finish.
. Integrallycoloredwith highquality
pigments.
USES:
Exterior or interior finish coat over:
a Parex Exterior Insulation and
Finish Systems.
a Properly prepared masonry, brick,
stucco, and concrete surfaces. .
o Interior application over drywall,
plaster, or properly prepared
SWIRL FINE 530 SPRAYED SMOOTH 533
masonry or concrete.
COMPOsmON:
a Binder base: 100 percent acrylic
a Aggregate:rust-free aggregate
a Water-based:vac compliant
a Pigmentbase: Titanium dioxide
a Color: Parex standard colors or
tinted to desired custom color.
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Svn
.. thetic Finishes
One day under normiil conditions. not exceed 8 oz (1 cup) per full pail o Ambient and surface temperature
High humidity and low temperatures of finish. To avoid color variations, must be 40 F (4C) or above
extend drying time. add the same amount of water to during application and drying time.
CLEAN-UP: each pail of finish. Supplemental heat and protection
from precipitation must be provided
Water soluble prior to drying. APPLICATION: as needed.
Clean tools and containers with
o Always maintain a wet edge and
water prior to drying. o Use only on surfaces that are sound,
work to corners or joints. For best
clean, dry, unpainted, and free from
color consistency, use finish with the
same batch number within a wall any residue which may affect the ability
Job name of the finish to bond to the surface.
section. Keep container closed when
not in use. o Avoid application in direct sunlight
in hot weather.
Contractor
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Product Data Sheet: This information is design to guide you and has been
conscientiously compiled according to the latest state of our technology. No
liability can be accepted in connection with the use of the product because of
the great variety of applications and working conditions.
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APPENDIX B
PHOTOGRAPHS