PART 1 – GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY

A. Work of this Section consists of spray-applied, penetrating, colloidal concrete treatments and
includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. SCP 327 – Time of Placement by SCPTM (Spray-Lock Concrete Protection, LLC)
2. SCP 578 – Premium Concrete Protection by SCPTM
3. SCP 743 – Concrete Remediation by SCPTM
4. Project Manager/Engineer Approved Equivalent
5. Substrate preparation

B. Related Documents and Sections: Examine Contract Documents for requirements that directly
affect or are affected by Work of this Section. Documents and Sections include, but are not
limited to, the following:

1. Drawings and General Provisions of the Contract
2. General and Supplementary Conditions
3. DIVISION 01 General Requirements
4. Relevant Detailed Specification Sections

1.2 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination per DIVISION 01
B. Concrete placement per DIVISION 03
C. Masonry maintenance and common work per DIVISION 04
D. Thermal and moisture protection per DIVISION 07
E. Installation and maintenance of floor and wall finishes per DIVISION 09
F. Installation and maintenance of high-performance and specialty coatings per DIVISION 09
G. Operation and maintenance of special construction per DIVISION 13
H. Operation and maintenance of concrete aboveground storage tanks per DIVISION 23
I. Cement and concrete for earthwork per DIVISION 31
J. Concrete special foundations and load-bearing elements per DIVISION 31
K. Tunneling and mining per DIVISION 31
L. Operation and maintenance of exterior improvements per DIVISION 32
M. Operation and maintenance of utilities per DIVISION 33
N. Operation and maintenance of transportation infrastructure per DIVISION 34
O. Operation and maintenance of waterway and marine construction per DIVISION 35
P. Operation and maintenance of refractory concrete per DIVISION 40
Q. Operation and maintenance of material storage per DIVISION 41
R. Operation and maintenance of gas and liquid storage per DIVISION 43
S. Preinstallation Meetings per DIVISION 01: Review requirements for application

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s printed descriptions of materials, components and
systems; performance criteria; use limitations; preparation instructions and recommendations;
storage and handling requirements and recommendations; and installation methods.
B. Quality Assurance Submittals: Certificates, and Test and Evaluation Reports.
C. Sustainable Design (USGBC LEEDTM) Submittals:

1. LEED Credit SS, Sustainable Sites. Submit completed LEED 2009-NC v.3 Submittal
Templates and other required paperwork as follows:
a. SS 3 – Brownfield Redevelopment: Submit documentation proving site is contaminated
2. LEED Credit MR, Materials & Resources. Submit completed LEED 2009-NC v.3 Submittal
Templates, and other required paperwork as follows:
a. MR 1.1 – 75% Building Reuse: Submit documentation quantifying existing to remain
b. MR 1.2 – 95% Building Reuse: Submit documentation quantifying existing to remain
c. MR 2.1 – Construction Waste Management, Divert 50% from Disposal: Document
d. MR 2.2 – Construction Waste Management, Divert 75% from Disposal: Document
e. MR 5.1 – 10% Regional Materials: Submit corroborating data
f. MR 5.2 – 20% Regional Materials: Submit corroborating data
3. LEED Credit IEQ, Indoor Environmental Quality. Submit completed LEED 2009-NC v.3
Submittal Templates and required paperwork as follows:
a. IEQ 3.2 – Construction IAQ Management Plan – Before Occupancy: Option 2, Air
Testing
b. IEQ 4.1 – Low-Emitting Materials: Adhesives & Sealants: Submit VOC Data
c. IEQ 4.2 – Low-Emitting Materials: Paints & Coatings: Submit VOC Data
d. IEQ 4.3 – Low Emitting Materials: Carpet Systems: Submit VOC Data
4. LEED Credit ID, Innovation and Design Process. Submit completed LEED 2009-NC v.3
Submittal Templates and required paperwork as follows:
a. ID 1.1 – Innovation in Design: Significant Construction Time Savings

D. Closeout Submittals: Operation and Maintenance Data, and Record Documents.

1. Operation and Maintenance Data: Including, but not limited to, methods for maintaining
installed products and precautions against cleaning materials with methods detrimental to
finishes and performance.
2. Record Documents: Drawings, Specifications, and Product Data.

3. Sustainable Design Closeout Documentation: Submit completed USGBC LEEDTM Submittal
Worksheet Templates for the following credits:

a. SS 3, MR 1.1, MR 1.2, MR 2.1, MR 2.2, MR 5.1, MR 5.2, IEQ 3.2, IEQ 4.2, IEQ 4.3, ID
1.1, and ID 1.2

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Material Requirements: Concrete mixes shall be designed in accordance with ACI 211 Standard
Recommended Practice for Selecting Proportions for Concrete.
B. Structural Requirements: Concrete shall be “fit for use” per the applicable Guides, Manuals,
Specifications, and/or Standards of the following ACI Manual of Concrete Practice series:
1. ACI 300 Series (Design & Construction Practices)
2. ACI 500 Series (Special Products & Processes)
C. Qualifications: ISO 9001 Certified Manufacturer with a minimum 15 years experience and
capable of providing field service representation; Applicator to have a minimum three (3) years
successful experience and/or SCP confirmation of successful application training; and a Testing
Agency per ISO/IEC Standard 17025 or ASTM E699 and ASTM E329.
D. Source Limitations: Obtain penetrating colloidal concrete treatment through one source from a
single manufacturer.
E. Sustainability Standards and Certifications:
1. VOC Limits: As tested using a Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectroscopy as defined by South
Coast Air Quality Management District Rules: In areas where exposure to freeze/thaw
conditions and direct exposure to moisture will not occur.
a. SCAQMD Rule 1113, Architectural Coatings
F. Mockups: Provide full-scale three-dimensional concrete slab, wall assembly, and/or other
mockup(s) utilizing final specified materials, approved mix design, and final production
techniques.
1. Fully test constructed mockup(s), either in the field or off-site, verifying that the product
application meets the performance requirements of this Specification.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery, storage, and handling shall be according to the manufacturer’s written
recommendations, industry guidelines, and/or DIVISION 01 requirements whichever is more
stringent.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Manufacturers List: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide spray-applied products by
one of the following:
1. Spray-Lock Concrete Protection, LLC, 5959 Shallowford Road, Suite 405, Chattanooga, TN
37421; (office) 423.305.6151 / (fax) 423.305.6150; www.spraylockcp.com
2. Substitution Limitations: Manufacturers of equivalent products beyond those listed above
shall be considered when submitted per DIVISION 01, using CSI Substitution Request Form
1.5C (During the Bidding Phase) or Form 13.1 (After the Bidding Phase). Project
Engineer/Manager shall assess the equivalency of the submitted product(s).
B. Product Options:
1. Acceptable hydraulic cement leveling underlayments: Refer to SECTION 03 5416
2. Acceptable Primers / Paint Systems: Acrylic-based or equivalent approved by the Project
Manager/Engineer
3. Acceptable Coatings: As approved by the Project Manager/Engineer
4. Acceptable Adhesives: Spray-Lock™ Premium Eco Adhesives or equivalent approved by
the Project Manager/Engineer

2.2 DESCRIPTION

A. NEW CONCRETE: SCP 327 – Time of Placement is a green-tinted (dries clear), odorless, nontoxic,
and non-flammable penetrant in a colloidal liquid base. SCP 327 penetrates concrete and
masonry substrates to chemically react with free alkali components in the concrete resulting in:
1. Superior cure at time of placement
2. A surface ready to accept adhesives, coatings, and/or underlayments when applied
according to the respective manufacturer’s recommendations
3. Reduced or eliminated shrinkage cracking and slab curl
4. Minimizes scaling and spalling
5. Enhanced durability
B. EXISTING CONCRETE: SCP 578 – Premium Concrete Protection is a cloudy white (dries
clear), odorless, non-toxic, and non-flammable penetrant in a colloidal liquid base. SCP 578
penetrates concrete and masonry substrates to chemically react with free alkali components in
the concrete. In addition to the benefits of SCP 327, SCP 578 also provides:
1. Permanent waterproofing and sealing
2. Hardening and densifying up to 8 inches (200mm) in depth
3. Reduced or eliminated surface dusting (i.e. – concrete carbonation)
4. Enhanced resistance to chemical and environmental attack
5. Access to floors, slabs, and other treated areas in as little as 1 hour
6. Minimizes mold and mildew
C. CONCRETE REMEDIATION: SCP 743 – Concrete Remediation is a blue-tinted (dries clear),
odorless, non-toxic, and non-flammable penetrant in a colloidal liquid base. SCP 743 deeply
penetrates concrete and masonry substrates to chemically react with free alkali components in
the concrete. In addition to the benefits of SCP 327 and SCP 578, SCP 743 also provides:
1. Protection of reinforcing steel
2. Rejuvenation of concrete capillary and pore structure
3. Stabilizes concrete chemistry
D. Product Requirements – All penetrating colloidal concrete treatments shall conform to the
information provided in the most current product data sheet supplied by Spray-Lock Protection or
product manufacturer approved by the Project Engineer/Manager.
E. Sustainability Characteristics

1. SS 3, Brownfield Redevelopment: SCPTM can help to achieve this credit when used to
remediate existing concrete slabs and/or walls.
2. MR 1.1, MR 1.2, Building Reuse: SCPTM can help to achieve these credits when used to
remediate existing concrete slabs and/or walls.
3. MR 2.1, MR 2.2, Construction Waste Management, Divert from Disposal: SCPTM can help to
achieve these credits when used to remediate existing concrete slabs and/or walls.
4. MR 5.1, 5.2, Regional Materials, Regionally Extracted: SCPTM can help to achieve these
credits when project is located within 500 miles of the Caddo Mills, TX 75135
manufacturing plant.
5. IEQ 3.2, Construction IAQ Management Plan: Before Occupancy: SCPTM concrete and
masonry treatments minimize the concrete surface area where dust, pollutants, and other
VOCs can be trapped, facilitating the building flush-out process. In addition, SCPTM
contributes 0.0 VOCs, making it easier to meet the requirements for Option 2: Air Testing.
6. IEQ Credit 4.1 / 4.2 / 4.3, Low Emitting Materials: SCPTM treatments for all architectural and
structural concrete elements contributes 0.0 VOC
a. Waterproofing Concrete / Masonry Sealers VOC limited to 100 g / liter per SCAQMD
Rule 1113.
7. Possible Innovation Design ID Credits: SCPTM concrete and masonry treatments have
several advantages that may be included in an application for Innovation Credits:
a. ID 1.1 – Radical Construction Time Savings: Very significant time savings occurs when 5
to 14 day-old concrete can have the final finished system installed in as little as 24 hours
after product application, and eliminates or significantly reduces concrete moisture
issues, and therefore promotes good indoor environmental quality.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

A. Large Surface Areas and/or Volumes: Low to medium pressure (i.e. – ≤ 1,500 psi) airless
sprayer
B. Small to Medium Surface Areas and/or Volumes: Pump or backpack sprayer

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Requirements per manufacturer’s written recommendations, DIVISION 01, and
as follows:
1. Allow surfaces and product to attain a temperature of 36 deg F (2 deg C) and rising before
proceeding with product application.
2. Do not apply unprotected during periods of exposure to high winds.
3. Ensure that frost or frozen surfaces are thawed with no standing water.
4. Very Hot Weather and Direct Sunlight Conditions: Apply a fine mist spray of water on the
surface after application of SCPTM treatment to help alleviate premature chemical reaction
and/or drying from taking place prior to achieving maximum penetration.

3.2 EXAMINATION, PREPARATION, AND APPLICATION

A. Examination, preparation, and application per SCP’sTM written instructions, industry guidelines,
DIVISION 01, and as follows:

1. Acceptance of Conditions: Carefully examine installation areas with Installer/Applicator
present for compliance with requirements affecting Work performance.
a. Verify that surfaces, substrates, tolerances, levelness, plumbness, temperature,
humidity, cleanliness, and other applicable conditions are as required by product
manufacturers, and are ready to receive Work.
b. Test substrates as required by SCPTM to verify proper conditions.

NOTE: Penetrating colloidal technology is dependent upon water penetration/absorption into the
concrete. If water does not penetrate the concrete, then treatment will also not penetrate.

c. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

2. Provide or prepare substrates to ensure proper application of SCPTM treatment.

a. Protect in-place assets from overspray.
b. NEW CONCRETE: As soon after concrete placement, floating, and/or trowelling so that
it is hard enough for foot traffic or other surface loading without causing damage to the
surface.
1). Concrete mixes shall not use internal curing compounds or other membrane
forming chemical additives, such as crystalline silicate sealers (i.e. – sodium,
potassium, lithium, etc. silicate sealers) that can inhibit penetration of colloidal
concrete treatment.
2). Remove standing water.
3). Do not hard trowel or over-float the surface.
c. EXISTING CONCRETE & CONCRETE REMEDIATION: Physically remove curing
membranes, laitance, plaster, oil, adhesive residue, crystalline silicate hardeners, or
other contaminants from the substrate surface (i.e. – sand or shot blast, high-pressure
wash, etc.) then vacuum and/or pressure wash surface clean, removing all standing
water prior to application.

RED NOTE: Please refer to the blast media manufacturer for proper shot media selection.

3. SCPTM Application to NEW CONCRETE:

a. Apply SCPTM treatment as soon as the concrete is hard enough for foot traffic or other
surface loading without damage to the surface. Use a low to medium pressure air less
sprayer [i.e. – ≤ 1,500 psi (10 MPa)] set to a pressure that will not damage the surface[i.e. – approximately 300 to 600 psi (2.1 to 4.1 MPa)]. Apply at a rate of approximately
140-180 ft2 per gallon.
b. If necessary, spray a second application of SCPTM for porous concrete at a rate of
approximately 140-180 ft2 per gallon.
c. After 24 to 48 hours, apply leveling cements, acrylic primers, applicable Spray-LockTM
adhesive, and/or the final surface finish materials according to the respective
manufacturer recommendations.
4. SCPTM Application to EXISTING CONCRETE and for CONCRETE REMEDIATION:
a. Apply SCPTM using a low to medium pressure air less sprayer [i.e. – ≤ 1,500 psi (10
MPa)] onto existing concrete as soon as the application surface has been properly
prepared. Apply at a rate of approximately 70-180 ft2 per gallon depending on the
product and application.
b. If necessary, spray a second application of SCPTM for porous concrete at a rate of
approximately 140-180 ft2 per gallon.
c. After a minimum of 24 hrs, lightly sand & vacuum, or pressure wash, to remove any left
over contaminants and excess materials.
d. After 24 to 48 hours, apply leveling cements, acrylic primers, applicable Spray-LockTM
adhesive, and/or the final surface finish materials according to the respective
manufacturer published recommendations.

3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Site Tests and Inspections per DIVISION 01, and as follows:
1. Inspect substrate for non-conforming work including, but not limited to:
a. Curing compounds
b. Other barrier forming compounds (i.e. – crystalline silicates, epoxies, urethanes, etc.)
c. Excessive or hard troweling (i.e. – burnished surface)
d. Dried SCPTM treatment material on the concrete substrate due to slab not being wetted
during very hot, direct sunlight, and/or windy conditions.

3.4 CLEANING

A. Immediately clean overspray or splash off glass and metal with soap and water, and dry.
B. Waste Management per DIVISION 01, and as follows: Store and recycle shipping cartons and
empty bucket containers.

3.5 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES

A. Substantial Completion Requirements per DIVISION 01 and as follows:
1. Perform Closeout Procedures
2. Perform Demonstration and Training with Owner’s designated staff
3. Sustainable Design Closeout Documentation: LEED credit worksheet paperwork
B. Correct Non-Conforming Work per General Conditions, and the acceptance of the A/E

END OF SECTION

RED NOTE: Be sure to obtain the latest version of this Guide Specification.
This Guide Specification is not a completed document ready for use. It must be edited (i.e. –
deleting, adding, or modifying text) as required to suit project requirements.
The registered professional and the contracting parties of the Contract Documents are
responsible for the accuracy of issued project specifications, including any use of this SCPTM
Guide Specification.
SCPTM (SPRAY-LOCK CONCRETE PROTECTIONTM) AND INTERLOCK INDUSTRIES SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS GUIDE
SPECIFICATION.