Products

Base Coats

  • Enermix

    Enermix is a 100% acrylic based product which is field mixed one-to-one by weight with Portland cement to produce the Enermix Adhesive/Embedding mixture.

    UsesEnermix is used to adhere insulation board to an approved substrate and to embed reinforcing mesh as part of the base coat of the energex® System. Mixture can also be used as a skim coat to produce a smooth level surface on masonry or concrete.
    Surface PreparationApplication is to energex® recommended substrates. Typically, these include exterior grade gypsum sheathing on either steel or wood studs, clean unpainted concrete, concrete block, brick and stucco. Masonry, concrete and brick substrates must be flat within 1/4” in any four foot radius.

    For other substrates, please contact the energex® Representative. Surfaces must not be below 40°F or painted and must be clean, dry, structurally sound and free of efflorescence, grease, oiI, form release agents, and curing compounds.
    Cautions and Limitations•Clean potable water may be added to adjust workability. Do not add water until after the cement is thoroughly mixed. DO NOT OVERWATER.
    •Use only Type I or Type II, grey or white, Portland cement.
    •Do not install Enermix on the substrate using the notch trowel.
    MixingThoroughly mix the Enermix with Type I or Type II Portland cement at 1: 1 ratio by weight. Allow the mixture to set for 5 minutes. Re-temper by adding a small amount of water to achieve the desired workability.
    Job ConditionsTemperature for application of Enermix must be 40°F or higher and must remain so for a minimum of 24 hours.
    StorageEnermix must be stored at 40°F or above in tightly sealed containers out of direct sunlight.
    Adhesive ApplicationUsing a stainless steel trowel, install a ribbon of Enermix 2” (51 mm) wide by 3/8” (10mm) thick around the entire perimeter of the Insulation Board. Place eight dabs of Enermix 3/8” (1 Omm) thick by 4” (1 02mm) in diameter approximately 8” (204mm) on center to the interior area. Alternatively, a notch trowel may be used to install the Enermix on the entire back of the Insulation Board. The 2” (51 mm) wide by 3/8” (10mm) thick ribbon must be installed around t he entire perimeter of the board. (CAUTION - Do not install Enermix on the substrate using the notch trowel.) Immediately place the Insulation Board on the substrate and slide into position. Do not allow the Enermix to form a skin before positioning the Insulation Board on the substrate.
    Embedding ApplicationUse a stainless steel trowel to apply Enermix to the surface of the Insulation Board to a uniform thickness as recommended for type of reinforcing mesh being installed. Immediately place the reinforcing mesh against the wet Enermix. The surface of the Enermix is smoothed with a trowel until the reinforcing mesh is fully embedded. The pattern of the mesh must not be visible.
    Temporary ProtectionShall be provided at all times until basecoat, finish, and permanent flashing, sealants, etc. are completed to protect the wall from weather and other damage.
    Drying TimeThe drying time of the Enermix Base Coat is dependent upon the air temperature and relative humidity. Under average drying conditions (70°F, 55% R.H.), protect work from rain for at least 24 hours. When used to bond insulation board to approved substrate, a period of 24 hours must elapse to allow the Enermix to form a positive bond. The Insulation Board should not be worked on while the Enermix is curing.
    Working TimeAfter mixing, the working time of Enermix is approximately one hour depending on ambient conditions.
    Bond Strength (ASTM D-897): 60 psi (gypsum sheathing) 160 psi (concrete block)
    Clean UpClean tools with water while Enermix is still wet.
    CoverageApproximately 120 square feet of surface area per 60 lb. pail. This includes adhesive and base coat layers.
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  • EnermixDry

    energex® Enermix Dry Powder Mix is a specially formulated cementitious product enriched with polymers. Upon blending with water, an adhesive/embedding mixture is made which is ready for the energex® System.

    UsesEnermix Dry is used to adhere insulation board to an approved substrate and to embed reinforcing mesh as part of the base coat of the energex® System. The mixture can also be used as a skim coat to produce a smooth level surface on masonry or concrete.
    Surface PreparationApplication is to energex® recommended substrates.

    Typically, these include exterior grade gypsum sheathing on either steel or wood studs, clean unpainted concrete, concrete block, brick and stucco. Masonry, concrete and brick substrates must be flat within 1/4" in any four foot radius. For other substrates, please contact the energex® representative. Surfaces must not be below 40 degree F or painted and must be clean, dry, structurally sound and free of efflorescence, grease, oil, form release agents and curing compounds.
    Cautions and LimitationsClean potable water must be added to adjust workability. DO NOT OVERWATER!
    MixingTo a 50 lb. bag of Enermix Dry Powder Mix, add 1-1/2 gallons of water. Mix in a 5 gallon can with Jiffy Mixer for about 3 minutes until homogenous. Re-temper by adding a small amount of water to achieve the desired workability.
    Job ConditionsTemperature for application of Enermix Dry must be 40 ° F or higher and must remain so for a minimum of 24 hours.
    StorageEnermix Dry must be stored at 40° F or above in tightly sealed containers out of direct sunlight.
    Adhesive ApplicationUsing a stainless steel trowel, install a ribbon of Enermix Dry 2” (51mm) wide wide by 3/8” (10mm) thick around the entire perimeter of the Insulation Board. Place eight dabs of Enermix Dry 3/8” (10mm) thick by 4’ (102mm) in diameter approximately 8” (204mm) on center to the interior area.

    Alternatively, a notch trowel may be used to install the ENERMIX DRY on the entire back of the Insulation Board. The 2” (51 mm) wide by 3/8” (10mm) thick ribbon must be installed around the entire perimeter of the board. (CAUTION - Do not install Enermix Dry on the substrate using the notch trowel). Immediately place the Insulation Board on the substrate and slide into position. Do not allow the Enermix Dry to form a skin before positioning the Insulation Board on the substrate.
    Embedding ApplicationUse a stainless steel trowel to apply Enermix Dry to the surface of the Insulation Board to a uniform thickness as recommended for the type of reinforcing mesh being installed. Immediately, place the reinforcing mesh against the wet Enermix Dry. The surface of the Enermix Dry is smoothed with a trowel until the reinforcing mesh is fully embedded. The pattern of the mesh must not be visible.
    Temporary ProtectionShall be provided at all times until the base coat, finish, and permanent flashings, sealants, etc. are completed to protect the wall from weather and other damage.
    Drying TimeThe drying time of the Enermix Dry is dependent upon the air temperature and relative humidity. Under average drying conditions, (70° F, 55% RH), protect work from rain for at least 24 hours.

    When used to bound insulation board to an approved substrate, a period of 24 hours must elapse to allow the Enermix Dry to form a positive bond. The insulation board should not be worked on while the Enermix Dry is curing.
    Working TimeAfter mixing, the working time of Enermix Dry is approximately one hour depending an ambient conditions.
    Bond Strength(ASTM D-897) - 60 psi (gypsum sheathing), 160 psi (concrete block).
    Clean UpClean tools with water while Enermix Dry is still wet.
    CoverageApproximately 110 square feet of surface area per 50 lb. per bag.
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  • NonCem

    energex® NC is a ready mixed 100% acrylic embedding coat which does not require cement.

    Uses energex® NonCem is used to embed reinforcing mesh as part of the base coat of the energex® System.
    Cautions and Limitations Avoid prolonged skin contact. Shelf life is one year. The energex® NonCem must not be allowed to form a skin prior to installation.
    MixingNo mixing is required, water should not be added.
    Job Conditions Temperature for the application of energex® NonCem must be 45° F or higher and must remain so for a minimum of 48 hours.
    Storage Protect from freezing. energex® NonCem must be stored at 40° F or above in a tightly sealed container out of direct sunlight.
    Application Use a stainless steel trowel to apply energex® NonCem to the surface of the substrate to a uniform thickness as recommended for type of reinforcing mesh being installed. Immediately place the reinforcing mesh against the wet energex® NonCem. The surface of the energex® NonCem is smoothed with a trowel until the reinforcing mesh is fully embedded. The pattern of the mesh will not be visible.
    Temporary Protection Shall be provided at all times until base coat, finish, and permanent flashing, sealants, etc. are completed to protect the wall from weather and other damage. CLEAN UP - Clean tools with water while energex® NonCem is still wet.
    Drying Time Under normal conditions and proper application, energex® NonCem will dry within 24 hours. Adverse temperature and relative humidity will alter drying times. energex® NonCem must be thoroughly dry prior to application. When in doubt, verify with a moisture meter.
    Working Time Material will surface dry by evaporation after being applied to the substrate. The drying time varies depending on relative humidity, climatic conditions and surface absorption. energex® NonCem will not harden if kept in properly closed containers.
    Bond Strength Excellent adhesion to concrete, cement block, plaster, gypsum board, polystyrene, wood (properly sealed) and rust-proofed metal.
    Flexibility Flexible and chip resistant.
    Clean Up Clean tools with water while energex® NonCem is still wet.
    Coverage Approximately 175 sq. ft. of surface area per pail.
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  • EnerFast

    energex® Enerfast Powder Mix is specially formulated cementitious product enriched with Polymers. Upon blending with water, and adhesive/embedding mixture is achieved for the energex® System

    Uses EnerFast is used to adhere insulation board to an approved substrate and to embed reinforcing mesh as part of the base coat of the energex® System. The mixture can also be used as a skim coat to produce a smooth level surface on masonry or concrete.
    Surface Preparation Application is to energex® recommended substrates. Typically, these include exterior grade gypsum sheathing on either steel or wood studs, clean unpainted concrete, concrete block, brick and stucco. Masonry, concrete and brick substrates must be flat within 1/4" in any four foot radius. For other substrates, please contact the energex® representative. Surfaces must not be below 40° F or painted and must be clean, dry, structurally sound and free of efflorescence, grease, oil, form release agents and curing compounds.
    Cautions and Limitations Clean potable water must be added to adjust workability. DO NOT OVERWATER!

    Do not install EnerFast on the substrate using the notch trowel
    Mixing To a 50 lb. bag of EnerFast Powder Mix, add 1-1/2 gallons of water. Mix in a 5 gallon can with Jiffy Mixer for about 3 minutes until homogenous. Re-temper by adding a small amount of water to achieve the desired workability.
    Job Conditions Temperature for application of EnerFast must be 40° F or higher and must remain so for a minimum of 24 hours.
    Storage EnerFast must be stored at 40° F or above in tightly sealed containers out of direct sunlight.
    Adhesive Application Using a stainless steel trowel, install a ribbon of EnerFast 2" (51mm) wide wide by 3/8" (10mm) thick around the entire perimeter of the Insulation Board. Place eight dabs of EnerFast 3/8" (10mm) thick by 4' (102mm) in diameter approximately 8" (204mm) on center to the interior area. Alternatively, a notch trowel may be used to install the EnerFast on the entire back of the Insulation Board. The 2" (51 mm) wide by 3/8" (10mm) thick ribbon must be installed around the entire perimeter of the board. (CAUTION - Do not install EnerFast on the substrate using the notch trowel). Immediately place the Insulation Board on the substrate and slide into position. Do not allow the EnerFast to form a skin before positioning the Insulation Board on the substrate.
    Embedding Application Use a stainless steel trowel to apply EnerFast to the surface of the Insulation Board to a uniform thickness as recommended for the type of reinforcing mesh being installed. Immediately, place the reinforcing mesh against the wet EnerFast. The surface of the EnerFast is smoothed with a trowel until the reinforcing mesh is fully embedded. The pattern of the mesh must not be visible.
    Temporary Protection Shall be provided at all times until the base coat, finish, and permanent flashings, sealants, etc. are completed to protect the wall from weather and other damage.
    Drying Time The drying time of the EnerFast is dependent upon the air temperature and relative humidity. Under average drying conditions, (70 ° F, 55% RH), protect work from rain for at least 12 hours. EnerFast will set up in 2 hours under normal conditions. When used to bound insulation board to an approved substrate, a period of 12 hours must elapse to allow the EnerFast to form a positive bond. The insulation board should not be worked on while the EnerFast is curing.
    Working Time After mixing, the working time of EnerFast is approximately one hour depending an ambient conditions.
    Bond Strength (ASTM D-897) - 60 psi (gypsum sheathing), 160 psi (concrete block).
    Clean Up Clean tools with water while EnerFast is still wet.
    Coverage Approximately 110 square feet of surface area per 50 lb. per bag.
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