The SLABKRETE™ SLB System is a high-performance urethane cement, slurry broadcast flooring system engineered for industrial, institutional, and controlled-environment facilities. Built on a SLABKRETE™ 100 FS urethane cement slurry base with selectable topcoat technologies, the system delivers durability, chemical resistance, moisture tolerance, and long-term hygienic performance across demanding environments.
Recommended Uses
The SLABKRETE™ SLB System is designed for facilities requiring seamless, hygienic, and chemically resistant flooring surfaces. Typical environments include:
- Food and beverage processing plants
- Commercial kitchens and food preparation areas
- Healthcare facilities, biomedical labs, and laboratories
- Institutional facilities requiring hygienic surfaces
- Industrial manufacturing and processing areas
- Cold storage facilities and temperature-controlled environments
- Facilities subject to frequent washdown and chemical exposure
The system is not recommended for substrates with active vapor drive exceeding manufacturer limits, surfaces requiring immediate full cure for heavy equipment loads, or environments with prolonged exposure to concentrated acids or bases beyond published resistance ratings.
Advantages
Moisture-Tolerant Urethane Cement Base: SLABKRETE™ 100 FS provides reliable bond strength even on substrates with elevated moisture levels, reducing the risk of delamination in challenging slab conditions.
Selectable Topcoat Technologies: Choose from SLABKRETE™ UC Topcoat for continuous wet exposure, FASTFLO™ 80X for fast return-to-service, or EASYFLO™ 88 VOC for extended working time and UV stability.
Chemical and Thermal Resistance: The system withstands exposure to oils, fats, acids, alkalis, solvents, and thermal cycling typical in food processing, industrial manufacturing, and regulated environments.
Seamless Hygienic Surface: Creates a monolithic, easy-to-clean surface suitable for facilities requiring compliance with USDA, FDA, and FSMA standards.
Slip-Resistant Surface Options: Incorporate quartz or aluminum oxide aggregate into the topcoat to meet project-specific traction and DCOF requirements per ANSI A326.3.
Fast Installation and Cure: SLABKRETE™ 100 FS cures in six to eight hours before topcoat application. Fast-cure topcoat options enable rapid return-to-service with minimal downtime.
VOC Compliant and UV Stable: Component formulations meet VOC requirements, and polyaspartic topcoat options deliver UV stability and gloss retention for long-term appearance.
Performance Characteristics
- Compressive Strength: Greater than 8,000 psi (ASTM C579)
- Tensile Strength: Greater than 1,000 psi (ASTM C307)
- Flexural Strength: Greater than 2,000 psi (ASTM C580)
- Shore D Hardness: 70 to 80 (ASTM D2240)
- Adhesion to Concrete: Greater than 400 psi, concrete failure (ASTM D7234)
- Abrasion Resistance: < 30 mg loss (ASTM D4060, CS-17)
- Chemical Resistance: Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, oils, fats, and solvents (ASTM D1308)
- Water Absorption: Less than 0.5 percent (ASTM D570)
- VOC Content: Less than 50 g/L per component (ASTM D3960)
System Build
Layer 1: Base Layer
Product: SLABKRETE™ 100 FS
Function: Urethane cement slurry base for durability, moisture tolerance, and impact resistance
Coverage: 30 sq ft/kit @ 3/16th, 22 sq ft/kit @ 1/4
Layer 2: Topcoat – Option A
Product: SLABKRETE™ UC Topcoat
Function: Urethane cement topcoat for continuously wet and aggressive washdown environments
Coverage: 75–95 sq ft/kit @ 12-16 mils WFT
Layer 2: Topcoat – Option B1
Product: FASTFLO™ 80X
Function: Fast-cure polyaspartic topcoat for UV stability, chemical resistance, gloss, and rapid return-to-service
Coverage: 120-160 sq ft/gal @ 10 – 12mils WFT
Layer 2: Topcoat – Option B2
Product: EASYFLO™ 88 VOC
Function: Polyaspartic topcoat for UV stability, chemical resistance, gloss, and extended working time for improved application control
Coverage: 120-160 sq ft/gal @ 10-120mils WFT
Frequently Asked Questions
What substrates are compatible with the SLABKRETE™ SLB System?
The system is designed for properly prepared concrete substrates achieving a minimum 4,000 psi compressive strength. Concrete must be structurally sound and free of curing agents, sealers, oils, and contaminants. Surface preparation to ICRI CSP 3 to 5 is required depending on system thickness.
Does the SLABKRETE™ SLB System require moisture testing?
Moisture testing is required before installation. Conduct ASTM F2170 (in-situ RH) and ASTM F1869 (MVER) tests to assess substrate conditions. Consult the manufacturer for substrates exhibiting excessive moisture or contamination.
What is the difference between the three topcoat options?
SLABKRETE™ UC Topcoat is a urethane cement topcoat engineered for continuously wet or aggressive washdown environments. FASTFLO™ 80X is a fast-cure polyaspartic topcoat offering rapid return-to-service, UV stability, and gloss retention. EASYFLO™ 88 VOC is a polyaspartic topcoat with extended working time for larger surface areas or crew coordination.
Can the system be installed in cold storage facilities?
The SLABKRETE™ SLB System is suitable for cold storage and temperature-controlled environments. The urethane cement base provides thermal shock resistance and withstands temperature cycling typical in refrigerated facilities.
Is the SLABKRETE™ SLB System compliant with food processing regulations?
Component formulations meet USDA, FDA, and FSMA compliance requirements. The seamless, hygienic surface is suitable for food and beverage processing, commercial kitchens, and other regulated environments requiring cleanability and chemical resistance.
What is the typical return-to-service timeline?
SLABKRETE™ 100 FS cures in six to eight hours before topcoat application. FASTFLO™ 80X allows full cure and return to service in four to six hours. EASYFLO™ 88 VOC allows light traffic in approximately 24 hours. Total system installation and cure time varies based on topcoat selection and environmental conditions.
Can slip-resistant finishes be incorporated into the system?
Quartz or aluminum oxide aggregate can be broadcast into the selected topcoat to achieve project-specific traction and DCOF requirements per ANSI A326.3.
What maintenance is required for the SLABKRETE™ SLB System?
Regular cleaning using a neutral pH detergent and non-abrasive cleaning equipment maintains surface appearance and performance. Spills from chemicals, oils, fuels, and cleaning agents should be removed promptly. Inspect the floor periodically for localized wear, impact damage, or mechanical abrasion. Repair damaged or worn areas promptly using manufacturer-approved materials.
SLABKRETE™ SLB System is available now.
Learn more about application guidance, system design considerations here.
SLABKRETE™ is a urethane cement product family within the SLABHARD® product brand portfolio. SLABHARD® is a product brand of Star Step Performance Coatings Group, sold through authorized locations. For additional information, visit www.slabhard.com.
