Panel Pro

Self-extinguishing PU adhesive for bonding ETICS insulation panels. Thanks to the low post-expansion and the high consistency and adhesive strength of the freshly applied adhesive, it is possible to install panels of various types and thicknesses – for example, EPS, XPS, PU, rock wool or glass wool, etc. — on various types of substrate (mineral, brick, concrete, plaster, wood, metal, glass, plastic, aged/oxidised slate or bituminous membranes) in accordance with the procedures set out in ETAG 004 for thermal insulation.

Instructions for use

The surface must be solid and stable, free from oil, grease and dust. Particularly when applying to non-porous surfaces, it is advisable to dampen the substrate beforehand to ensure that the fresh product has sufficient moisture for complete curing.

1. Shake the can for at least 15 seconds before use and repeat this after any breaks in work.
2. Remove the protective cap. Turn the can upside down so that the valve is facing downwards and screw it onto the dispensing gun. Hold the gun barrel in the desired direction and press the spray trigger.
3. Apply the adhesive to the back of the panel and form a continuous line of approximately 2–3 cm, interrupted only at the corners, at a distance of 3 cm from the edge. Apply a W-shaped line of the same thickness to the centre of the panel.
4. Wait one minute before positioning the panel on the wall: this waiting time is necessary to prevent the adhesive’s post-expansion, however limited, from causing a visible misalignment between the panels. In any case, the panels must be installed before the adhesive forms a surface film. An approximate time at 20 °C is around 3 minutes. However, for a precise check, it is advisable to carry out a test on site to prevent the formation of a hardened film that no longer adheres.
5. Use a fixed starting point so that the first row of panels cannot slip, and align the panel with the adjacent elements, pressing it firmly into place.
6. Depending on the temperature and humidity at the time of installation, the adhesive will have hardened sufficiently within 15–45 minutes; after 2 hours, any excess can be cut and sanded down.
7. When installing insulation panels for external thermal insulation composite systems, proceed with mechanical fixing in accordance with the standard after 2 hours.
8. If the wall to be clad is not perfectly flat, mark reference lines to align the insulation panels correctly and create a smooth, flush façade. Use wedges and screws to hold the panels in the correct position and remove them only once the adhesive has set (usually 1 hour is sufficient).

Cleaning
Traces of uncured polyurethane foam, for example on clothing, window frames, etc., can be removed with polyurethPanel Proe solvent.
Once cured, the product can only be removed mechanically (by scraping or sanding). Any residue in the nozzle can be easily removed once fully cured.

Storage

Store upright in a cool place. Under no circumstances should the product be stored lying flat, as deposits may form beneath the valve, which will irreparably compromise the dispensing of the adhesive. Panel Pro has a shelf life of at least 18 months if the can is stored upright in a cool (between +15 and +25 °C) and dry place in its original, unopened packaging.

Warnings

Panel Pro This product contains flammable components and should therefore only be used in well-ventilated areas. The can of Panel Pro is a pressurised container. Please read the information in the safety data sheet carefully.