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180 Derby Street SPECMIX - Tuckpoint - SPEC04DIVISION MASONRY PRODUCTS U.S.A.TUCKPOINT MORTA R AVAILABLE IN COLOR SPEC MIX® Tuckpoint mortar is a dry preblended mortar mix containing Portland cement, hydrated lime and dried masonry sand formulated for superior bond, water retention and board life. The mix design incorporates the maximum amount of lime for optimal bond to the masonry unit to permit the pointed wall to expand and contract, while mitigating the occurrence of potential cracking and spalling that is common with inflexible, high strength mortars. SPEC MX Tuckpoint mortar is thoroughly pretested to ensure It meets ASTM C 270 and ASTM C 1714 requirements. SPEC MIX Tuckpoint mortar is available in standard or custom colors. In addition, custom mix designs are available for specific applications or properties, the standard Tuckpoint mortar is designed to be compatible with the characteristics of the specified masonry unit. It is acceptable for all types of masonry construction with submittals available upon request. SPEC MIX Tuckpoint mortar is produced under strict manufacturing standards, and complete quality control measures are implemented with each batch. A digital printout displaying the proper proportions per batch may be kept as a permanent record. Each SPEC MIX manufacturer certifies that SPEC MIX masonry products are designed to meet the project specifications and applicable ASTM and ACI standards. SPEC MIX Tuckpoint Mortar is available in 80 lb. (36 kg.) packages for easy hand loading or in 3000 lb. (1362 kg.) reusable bulk bags to be used with the various SPEC MIX silo systems. Increased Bond. Reduced Shrinkage. ToTal qualITy conTRol wITh eveRy Bag aSTM c 270 laBoRaToRy TeSTed MIx deSIgnS PReBlended wITh Sand To MInIMIze laBoR coST conSISTency BaTch To BaTch gReaT woRkaBIlITy and BoaRd lIfe no Sand PIleS oR waSTed MaTeRIalS lefT on SITe avaIlaBle In STandaRd & cuSToM coloRS MaTeRIalS uSed PoRTland ceMenT MaSonRy ceMenT MoRTaR ceMenT hydRaTed lIMe Sand PIgMenT DIVISIONTUCKPOINT / MORTA R 1230 EAGAN INDUSTRIAL ROAD, SUITE 160, EAGAN, MN 55121 T 1 888-SPEC-MIX F 651-454-5315 WWW.SPECMIX.COM © 2012 SPEC MIX, INC. SPEC MIX PRODUCTS ARE PRODUCED BY ITS MANUFACTURING FACILITIES THROUGHOUT THE U.S. AND CANADA. EACH MANUFACTURER ADHERES TO A STRICT QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM TO ENSURE COMPLETE QUALITY CONTROL IN EVERY BATCH. InSTallaTIon/aPPlIcaTIon For optimal results, grind the mortar joint to be repaired back 0.75 inches and ensure that the receiving surface is free of dust and debris. Mix SPEC MIX Tuckpoint mortar with sufficient water to produce a damp mix that will retain its shape when pressed into a ball by hand. Mix for 5 minutes preferably with a mechanical mixer. Let the mortar stand for prehydration according to job specifications and local building codes. Add sufficient water to bring the mortar to the proper consistency for tuckpointing, somewhat drier than mortar used for laying the units. A sample of the proposed product will be provided by the manufacturer for architectural approval and testing, if required. Preparation of this panel with all materials and systems employed in the final project is imperative. Retain the mock-up or field sample through the completion of the project. Allow mortar to cure a minimum of 7 days but no more than 28 days before cleaning. Consult manufacturer of the masonry units and cleaning chemicals for further instructions to ensure proper washing procedures. Clean masonry only with a national proprietary cleaning agent (following the manufacturer’s instructions) or potable water. SPEC MIX products are custom packaged to the specification. They must be kept dry, covered and protected from weather and other damage. Clean masonry only with a national proprietary cleaning agent (following the manufacturer’s instructions) or potable water. SPEC MIX products are custom packaged to the specification. They must be kept dry, covered and protected from weather and other damage. SIzeS and equIPMenT SPEC MIX Tuckpoint Mortar is available in 80 lb. (36.3 kg.) packages for easy hand loading or in 3000 lb. (1360.8 kg.) reusable bulk bags to be used with the various SPEC MIX silo systems. When using the silo system, once the bulk bags of mortar are delivered to the project site, the portable silo is loaded with a jobsite forklift and the product is dispensed into a mechanical batch mixer. MIxIng InSTRucTIonS 1. Use a mechanical batch mixer to ensure homogeneity, workability and good board life. 2. Add the minimum amount of clean, potable water for optimum workability. 3. Mix for five minutes consistently from batch to batch. 4. Tool mortar joints when the surface is thumb- print hard. Keep tooling times consistent. 5. Hand mix mortar only with written approval by the specifier who should outline procedures. 6. Use mortar within 2.5 hours after initial mixing. 7. Retemper mortar only when mixing water is lost due to evaporation. 8. Do not retemper colored mortar. lIMITaTIonS SPEC MIX Tuckpoint Mortar should be installed in accordance with the provisions of the local building code and applicable ASTM standards. Good workmanship coupled with proper detailing and design assures durable, functional, watertight construction. Follow proper cold-weather masonry procedures at temperatures below 40º F (5º C). lIMITed waRRanTy SPEC MIX, Inc. warrants this product to be of merchantable quality when used or applied in accordance with the instructions hereon. This product is not warranted as suitable for any purpose or use other than the general purpose for which it is intended. Liability under this warranty is LIMITED to the replacement of its product (as purchased) if found to be defective, or at the shipping company’s option, to refund the purchase price. In the event of a claim under this warranty, notice must be given to SPEC MIX, Inc. in writing. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ISSUED AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. waRnIng IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING This product contains Portland cement. Contact with freshly mixed product can cause severe burns. Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes. If this product should contact eyes, immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. For skin exposure, wash promptly with plenty of soap and water. Remove soaked clothing promptly. If this product burns your skin, see a physician immediately. This product may contain silica. Silica dust if inhaled may cause respiratory or other health problems. Prolonged inhalation may cause delayed lung injury, including silicosis and possibly cancer. A N95 approved dust mask, eye protection, and rubber boots and gloves are recommended when using this product. Material Safety Data Sheets can be viewed online at www.specmix.com KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. aSTM c 270 PRoPeRTy SPecIfIcaTIonS Type average compressive strength at 28 days, minimum psi water retention, minimum % air content, maximum % n 750 75 14 o 350 75 14 eSTIMaTed yIeldS PeR 80 lB. Bag coverage on Modular Brick Joint Thickness:3/8”1/2”5/8” coverage at 1/2” grind depth 85 - 95 Sqft 65 - 70 Sqft 52 - 56 Sqft coverage at 3/4” grind depth 55 -65 Sqft 40 - 45 Sqft 33 - 37 Sqft eSTIMaTed yIeldS PeR 3,000 lB. Bulk Bag coverage on Modular Brick Joint Thickness:3/8”1/2”5/8” coverage at 1/2” grind depth 3,185 - 3,565 Sqft 2,435 - 2,625 Sqft 1,950 - 2,100 Sqft coverage at 3/4” grind depth 2,060 - 2,435 Sqft 1,500 - 1,685 Sqft 1,235 - 1,385 Sqft note: The yields given below are approximate and depend on labor practices, site conditions and design of work. yields include typical waste. Some areas such as fl, ca, oR, and wa experience higher yields. Please contact your local representative for more specific yield information in your area. note: each 80 lb. bag yields 1,296 cubic inches of wet mortar. TechnIcal SuPPoRT • conTacT youR local SPec MIx® ManufacTuReR • vISIT www.SPecMIx.coM • conTacT SPec MIx®, Inc. Phone: 888-SPec-MIx fax: 651-454-5315