NATURAL RELEASER

Natural Releaser is a mixture of vegetable oils that has been specifically formulated for use as a release agent on all metal molds. Natural Releaser contains no petroleum derived products, is nonflammable, fully biodegradable and will significantly improve plant safety and environmental conditions.

Natural Releaser meets all EPA requirements including VOC limits for Southern California of 250 grams/liter. Natural Releaser has a nondetectable VOC as measured by current ASTM tests.

This product is nontoxic, has no noxious fumes, is not irritating to the skin and does not contain any hazardous ingredients such as benzene, or other harmful aromatic compounds. It also is noncorrosive and will not stain your finished product.

Natural Releaser may be applied using portable hand-held spray equipment provided the equipment is of good quality, and has a fine nozzle orifice (.015" or less). It is recommended that it have a 2 gallon pressure pot of the type manufactured by Graco, Part No. 223-840. If a pressure pot sprayer is not available, we recommend the Chapin sprayer found in the Granger catalog, Part No. 4Z122. This sprayer has a brass nozzle which is highly preferred over a plastic nozzle.

The use of small hand held "garden type" sprayers often will not produce satisfactory results as they commonly result in a coating that is not uniform and/or exceeds the recommended 2 mils thickness. In all cases where the equipment has been previously used, it must be first prepared by cleaning thoroughly with a soap solution then rinsing with clear water.

Natural Releaser can also be applied using rags, brushes or rollers, provided care is taken to maintain a thin uniform coating.

When this product is used on a continual basis the only preparation needed, if any, is to occasionally clean the mold with a soft rag that has been saturated with Natural Releaser. This will remove any concrete buildup that might have accumulated. Also if the buildup is very soft (e.g., can be displaced by lightly rubbing the mold with your finger), it should not be removed since it will aid in providing for an easy release and will be more cost effective.

Prior to using Natural Releaser for the first time, it is strongly recommended that no abrasives (e.g., steel wool, wire brush, etc.) be used to clean the mold. However, if it is absolutely necessary to do so, or if the mold is new, it first should be seasoned by applying a thick film of Natural Releaser, then exposing the mold to the atmosphere for 24 hours. This cycle should be repeated over a period of two to five days, depending on the condition of the mold and the amount of exposed metal.

Natural Releaser will perform best as a release agent when applied in a uniform coating that is less than 2 mils thick

Coating thickness can be measured via a wet film thickness gauge (calling card type) made by Paul N Gardner Company, and is available free of charge upon request. Measure the thickness by first placing the aluminum metal card in a perpendicular position to the concrete form covered with Natural Releaser. Then remove the card immediately and notice the indentations in the coating made by the teeth in the card. The actual mil thickness will be in between the tooth touching the film and the next tooth not touching the film. It may take a few tries to become accustomed to reading this gauge and estimating the thickness.

Any puddles in the corners or bottom of the mold must be removed prior to pouring the concrete. Natural Releaser should be applied after each use of the form.

This product is compatible with most types of molds including some synthetic rubber molds, but not natural latex molds. However as a precaution, prior to using Natural Releaser on any synthetic rubber mold, it is recommended that a small piece of the mold be immersed in this product for not less than one week to determine if swelling or other problems possibly might occur. For natural latex rubber molds, we recommend only the use of Natural Strip or Strip ALN.

Agitation is necessary if this product has been idle for more than four weeks. Preferably use a mechanical agitator that fits into the barrel bung hole.

Shelf life is 6 months when stored between 45^oF and 70^oF and not contaminated by solvents, water, salts or other foreign materials. If the storage temperature is between 90^oF and 110^oF, the shelf life is 3 months.

For Additional Information Contact:

Concrete Producers Solutions Inc.
Telephone: (800) 231-6403 or (281) 398-6244
Fax: (281) 398-6242
16720 Park Row
Houston, Texas 77084-5021
email: concrete@concrete-solutions.com

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