Description
This Specification covers methyl methacrylate slurry (MMS) overlays for bridge and parking garage decks. Type MMS polymer overlay incorporates methyl methacrylate-based primer, resin filler slurry, and topcoat with selected filler and aggregate to produce a flexible, skid-resistant, and low-permeability slurry overlay. The overlay is used for new construction or rehabilitation. This Specification includes requirements for chemical components, filler, aggregates, storage and handling, surface preparation, surface profile, mixing, placement, quality control, and quality assurance.
Keywords:
bridge decks; low permeability; methyl methacrylate; parking garage decks; polymer overlay; surface preparation.
Table of Contents
PART 1—GENERAL, p. 2
1.1—Scope, p. 2
1.2—Interpretation, p. 2
1.3—Definitions, p. 2
1.4—Reference standards, p. 3
1.5—Submittals, p. 3
1.6—Delivery, storage, and handling, p. 3
1.7—Surface preparation qualification, p. 3
PART 2—PRODUCTS, p. 4
2.1—Materials, p. 4
PART 3—EXECUTION, p. 5
3.1—Surface preparation, p. 5
3.2—Mixing methyl methacrylate-based primer, resin filler slurry, and topcoat, p. 5
3.3—Overlay application, p. 5
3.4—Curing, p. 6
3.5—Joints, p. 6
3.6—Opening to traffic, p. 6
NOTES TO SPECIFIER, p. 6
General notes, p. 6
Foreword to checklists, p. 6
Return/Exchange Policy
Printed / Hard Copy Products: The full and complete returned product will be accepted if returned within 60 days of receipt and in salable condition. A 20% service charge applies. Return shipping fees are the customer’s responsibility.
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Exchanges: Contact ACI’s Customer Services Department for options (+1.248.848.3800 – ACICustomerService@concrete.org).