SPECIFICATIONS

CONCRETE DECK/THIN SET TILE OVERLAYMENT

SECTION 071000 – COLD FLUID-APPLIED WATERPROOFING SYSTEM III PLUS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Surface preparation and substrate treatment.

2. Waterproofing membrane.
3. Sheet flashing and accessories.
4. Protection course.

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Division 3 Section “Cast-in-Place Concrete” for concrete placement, curing, and

finishing or “Pre-cast Concrete” casting and placement.
2. Division 5 Section “Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies”, for expansion-joint covers
assemblies and installation.
3. Division 7 Section “Joint Sealant” for joint sealant materials and installation.

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. General: Provide a waterproofing system that prevents the passage of liquid water under
hydrostatic pressure and complies with physical requirements as demonstrated by testing
performed by an independent testing agency of manufacturer’s current waterproofing
formulations and system design.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit Product Data for each type of waterproofing specified, including manufacturer’s
printed instructions for evaluating, preparing, and treating the substrate, technical data,
and tested physical and performance properties.

B. Project Data - Submit Shop Drawings showing locations and extent of waterproofing,
including details for substrate joints and cracks, sheet flashing, penetrations, and other
termination conditions.
 C. Samples – Submit representative samples of the following for approval:

1. Waterproof membrane material.

2. Protection Course Material.
3. Geo-textile and detailing sheet as required.

D. Installer Certificates – Submit certificates signed by manufacturer certifying that Installers

comply with requirements under the “Quality Assurance” Article.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Engage an experienced Installer who is certified in writing and

approved by waterproofing manufacturer EPRO Services, Inc. for the installation of the
SYSTEM III Plus Waterproofing System.
B. Manufacturer Qualification: Obtain waterproofing materials and system components from a
single manufacturer EPRO Services, Inc.

C. Field Sample: Apply waterproofing system field sample to 100 sq./ft. (9.3 sq./m.) of deck or
wall to demonstrate surface preparation, joint and crack treatment, thickness, texture, and
standard of workmanship.

1. Notify Architect one week in advance of the dates and times when field sample will be
prepared.
2. If Architect determines that field sample, does not meet requirements: reapply
waterproofing until field sample is approved.
3. Retain and maintain approved field sample during construction in an undisturbed
condition as a standard for judging the completed waterproofing. An undamaged field
sample may become part of the completed Work.

D. Pre-installation Conference: A pre-installation conference shall be held prior to application

of the waterproofing system to assure proper substrate and installation conditions, to
include contractor, applicator, architect/engineer and special inspector (if any).

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to Project site as specified by manufacturer labeled with manufacturer’s

name, product brand name and type, date of manufacture, shelf life, and directions for
storing and mixing with other components.

B. Store materials as specified by the waterproofing manufacturer in a clean, dry, protected

location and within the temperature range required by waterproofing manufacturer. Protect
stored materials from direct sunlight.

C. Remove and replace material that cannot be applied within its stated shelf life.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

 A. Protect all adjacent areas not to be waterproofed. Where necessary, apply masking to
prevent staining of surfaces to remain exposed wherever membrane abuts to other finish
surfaces.

B. Perform work only when existing and for-cast weather conditions are within manufacturer’s
recommendations for the material and application method used.

C. Minimum clearance of 24 inches is required for application of product. For areas with less
than 24-inch clearance, the product may be applied by hand using ECOLINE-R.

D. Ambient temperature shall be within manufacturer’s specifications. (Greater than

+45ºF/+7ºC.)

E. All plumbing, electrical, mechanical and structural items to be under or passing through the
waterproof membrane shall be positively secured in their proper positions and
appropriately protected prior to membrane application.

F. Waterproof membrane shall be installed before placement of reinforcing steel. When not
possible, all exposed reinforcing steel shall be masked by General Contractor prior to
membrane application.

1.8 WARRANTY

A. General Warranty: The special warranty specified in this Article shall not deprive the
Owner of other rights the Owner may have under other provisions of the Contract
Documents, and shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties made by
the Contractor under requirements of the Contract Documents.

B. Special Warranty: Submit a written warranty signed by waterproofing manufacturer and

Installer agreeing to repair or replace waterproofing that does not meet requirements or
that does not remain watertight within the specified warranty period. Warranty does not
include failure of waterproofing due to failure of substrate prepared and treated according
to requirements or formation of new joints and cracks in substrate that exceed 1/16 inch
(1.6 mm) in width.

1. Warranty Period: 3 years after date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. SYSTEM III Plus; EPRO Services, Inc., Wichita, KS, 800-882-1896

1. Spray-Applied ECOLINE-S or roller-applied ECOLINE-R.

 2. Protection ECOSHIELD-P.

2.2 WATERPROOFING MATERIALS

A. Fluid applied waterproofing system – ECOLINE-S: a single course, high build, polymer
modified, asphalt emulsion. Waterborne and spray applied at ambient temperatures. A
nominal thickness of 80 dry mils (60 mil minimum), unless specified otherwise. Non-toxic
and odorless. ECOLINE-R has similar properties with greater viscosity and is roller or
brush applied. Manufactured by EPRO Services, Inc.

B. Fluid applied waterproofing physical properties.

ECOLINE-S – TYPICAL CURED PROPERTIES (MEMBRANE ONLY)

Tensile Strength ASTM 412 32 psi

Elongation ASTM 412 4140%
Resistance to Decay ASTM E 154 Section 13 4% Perm Loss
Accelerated Aging ASTM G 23 No Effect
Moisture Vapor Transmission ASTM E 96 .026 g/sq. ft. /hr.
Hydrostatic Water Pressure ASTM D 751 26 psi
Perm rating ASTM E 96 (US Perms) 0.21
Methane transmission rate ASTM D 1434 0
Adhesion to Concrete & Masonry ASTM C 836 & ASTM C 11 lbf./inch
704
Hardness ASTM C 836 80
Crack Bridging ASTM C 836 No Cracking
Low Temp. Flexibility ASTM C 836-00 No Cracking at
Ð20¼C
Resistance to Acids:
Acetic 30%
Sulfuric and Hydrochloric 13%
Temperature Effect:
Stable 248¼F
Flexible 13¼F

ECOLINE-R – TYPICAL CURED PROPERTIES

 Tensile Strength ASTM 412 32 psi
Elongation ASTM 412 3860%
Resistance to Decay ASTM E 154 9% Perm Loss
Section 13
Accelerated Aging ASTM G 23 No Effect
Moisture Vapor Transmission ASTM E 96 .026 g/sq. ft. /hr.
Hydrostatic Water Pressure ASTM D 751 28 psi
Perm rating (US Perms) ASTM E 96 0.17
Methane transmission rate ASTM D 1434 0
Adhesion to Concrete & ASTM C 836 7 lbf./inch
Masonry
Hardness ASTM C 836 85
Crack Bridging ASTM C 836 No Cracking
Low Temp. Flexibility ASTM C 836-00 No Cracking at Ð20¼C
Resistance to Acids:
Acetic 30%
Sulfuric and Hydrochloric 13%
Temperature Effect:
Stable 248¼F
Flexible 13¼F

2.3 AUXILIARY MATERIALS

A. Sheet Flashing: 60-mil reinforced modified asphalt sheet good with double-sided adhesive.

B. Reinforcing Strip: Manufacturer’s recommended polypropylene and polyester fabric.

C. Joint Detailing Sealant Mastic: ECOLINE-T, a high viscosity polymer modified water based
asphalt material.

1. Back Rod: Closed-cell polyethylene foam.

2.4 PROTECTION COURSE

A. Protection Course Usage

1. On vertical surfaces, use ECOSHIELD-P protection course or other protection as

approved by the manufacturer.
2. On horizontal surfaces, use ECOSHIELD-P; 30# roofing cap sheet; or other protection
as approved by the manufacturer.

B. ECOSHIELD-P physical properties.

Grab Tensile Strength ASTM D 4632 120 lbs.

Grab Tensile Elongation ASTM D 4632 50%
Mullen Burst ASTM D 3786 240 psi
Puncture ASTM D 4833 70 lbs.
UV Resistance ASTM D 4355 70% (after 150 hrs. exposure)
Light Reflectance ASTM E 97 70%
PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions under which waterproofing systems will be
applied, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements. Do not proceed with
installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

2.2 SURFACE PREPARATION

A. Clean and prepare substrate according to manufacturer’s recommendations. Provide

clean, dust-free, and dry substrate for waterproofing application.

B. Mask off adjoining surfaces not receiving waterproofing to prevent spillage or over spray
affecting other construction.

C. Close off deck drains and other deck penetrations to prevent spillage and migration of
waterproofing fluids.

D. Remove grease, oil, form release agents, paints, and other penetrating contaminants from
concrete.

E. Remove fins, ridges, and other projections and fill honeycomb, aggregate pockets, grout
joints, tie holes, and other voids with ECOLINE-T, hydraulic cement, or rapid-set grout.

3.3 PREPARATIONS AND TREATMENT AT TERMINATIONS AND PENETRATIONS

A. Prepare vertical and horizontal surfaces at 90-degree terminations, at penetrations through

waterproofing material, and at expansion joints, drains, and sleeves according to ASTM C
898 and manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. Apply two coats of ECOLINE-T (30 mil each) and embed a joint reinforcing strip in
preparation coat and apply a second coat over embedded joint reinforcing strip ensuring
its complete saturation and covering. (See drawing B).

1. Terminations should be treated 6 inches on each side for both vertical and horizontal.
2. Penetrations should be treated in a 6inch radius around penetration and 3 inches onto
penetrating object.

3.4 PREPARATIONS AND TREATMENT OF JOINTS AND CRACKS

 A. Prepare, treat, rout, and fill joints and cracks in substrate according to ASTM C 898 and
waterproofing manufacturer’s recommendations. Remove dust and dirt from joints and
cracks complying with ASTM D 4258 prior to coating surfaces.

B. Less than 1/16 in. - Apply two coats of ECOLINE-T waterproofing, 6 inches on each side of
joint or crack and embed a joint reinforcing strip in preparation coat and apply a second
coat over embedded joint reinforcing strip ensuring to complete saturation and covering.

C. Greater then 1/16 in. – Rout joint or crack, install backer-rod and sealant to bring flush to
surface. Apply a coat of ECOLINE-T to joint or crack, 6 in. on each side, embed a joint
reinforcement strip and apply a second coat, where indicated or required according to
waterproofing manufacturer’s recommendations.
(See drawings C & D)

3.5 WATERPROOFING APPLICATION

A. Set up spray equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions if spray-applying

material.

B. Mix materials according to manufacturer’s instructions.

C. Start installing waterproofing in presence of manufacturer’s technical representative.

D. Apply waterproofing, according to manufacturer’s recommendations, by spray (ECOLINE-

S) or roller (ECOLINE-R).
E. Apply one spray coat of ECOLINE-S or four roller coats of ECOLINE-R waterproofing to
obtain a seamless membrane free of entrapped gases, with an average dry film thickness
of 80 mils (1.5 mm) and a minimum dry film thickness of 60-mils (1.3 mm) at any point.

F. Apply waterproofing to prepared wall terminations and vertical surfaces to heights

indicated according to manufacturer’s recommendations and details.

G. Verify film thickness of waterproofing every 100 sq./ft. (9.3 sq./m).

3.6 PROTECTION COURSE INSTALLATION

A. Install ECOSHIELD-P protection course with fabric side up and overlapped seams over
nominally cured membrane no later than recommended by manufacturer and before
starting subsequent construction operations.

B. Secure ECOSHIELD-P protection course seams with ECOLINE-R and attach to adhesive
strips (sheet flashing that does not penetrate waterproofing) as recommended by
manufacturer.

3.8 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

 A. Membrane may be checked for coverage with a lightly oiled, needle nose depth gauge,
taking four (4) readings over a one square inch area, every 500 square feet. Record the
minimum reading. Mark the test area for repair.

B. Test areas are to be patched over with ECOLINE-S to an 80-mil minimum dry thickness,
extending a minimum of one-inch (1”) beyond the test perimeter.

3.9 CURING, PROTECTING, AND CLEANING

A. Cure waterproofing according to manufacturer’s recommendations, taking care to prevent

contamination and damage during application stages and curing.

B. Clean spillage and soiling from adjacent construction using cleaning agents and
procedures recommended by manufacturer of affected construction.