ACI 503R : 1993

Chapter 1 - Introduction
  1.1 Background
  1.2 General
  1.3 Scope
Chapter 2 - History of epoxies
  2.1 Origin of epoxies
  2.2 Early attempts at using epoxies
  2.3 Development of epoxy applications with concrete
  2.4 Present status of epoxies
Chapter 3 - Chemical and physical characteristics of
            epoxy resins
  3.1 General
  3.2 Adhesion properties
  3.3 Susceptibility to chemical attack
  3.4 Electrical properties
  3.5 Abrasion resistance
  3.6 Resilience
  3.7 Creep
  3.8 Thermal expansion
  3.9 Exothermic reaction during cure
  3.10 Curing and aging stresses
  3.11 Thermosetting properties
Chapter 4 - Uses of epoxy resins
  4.1 General
  4.2 Protective coating
  4.3 Decorative coating
  4.4 Skid-resistant coating
  4.5 Grout
  4.6 Adhesive
  4.7 Binder for epoxy mortar or concrete
  4.8 Underwater application
  4.9 Epoxy-modified concrete
Chapter 5 - Preparing surfaces for epoxy compound
            application
  5.1 General
  5.2 Concrete surface evaluation
  5.3 Removal of concrete for repairs
  5.4 Surface preparation
  5.5 Temperature conditioning
Chapter 6 - Preparing epoxy compound and epoxy
            mixtures for use
  6.1 General
  6.2 Temperature conditioning of material
  6.3 Mixing and proportioning
  6.4 Mixing
  6.5 Cleaning of equipment
  6.6 Caution of solvents and strippers
Chapter 7 - Applying epoxy compounds
  7.1 General considerations
  7.2 Specific applications
  7.3 Underwater applications
Chapter 8 - Hardening
  8.1 Rate of hardening
  8.2 Adjusting the hardening rate
  8.3 Opening the job to service
Chapter 9 - Handling precautions
  9.1 General hazards
  9.2 Safe handling
  9.3 What to do in case of direct contact
  9.4 Use of solvents
  9.5 Education of personnel
Appendix A - Test methods
  A.1 Field test for surface soundness and adhesion
  A.2 Simplified field test for surface soundness
Appendix B - Terminology

Covers Properties, uses, preparations, mixtures, application, and handling requirements of epoxy resin systems when applied to and used with concrete and mortar are presented.