ElectraSeal® ESD Concrete Sealer-CSI Product Guide Specification

 

 

 

 

This product guide specification is written in accordance with the CSI MasterFormat, SectionFormat, and PageFormat standards. It simplifies the process of specifying a permanent, metal-free, low-VOC anti-static concrete treatment under Section 03 35 00 (Concrete Finishing) or Section 09 61 13 (Flooring Treatment).

To request this specification document as an editable Microsoft Word document (.docx) for direct integration into your project master manual, please contact our engineering support team directly via email (techsupport@unitedscp.com) or by telephone at 719 676 3928 (option 2)..

The section must be carefully reviewed and edited by the Architect to meet the requirements of the project and local building codes.  Coordinate this section with other specification sections and the drawings.

Specifier Note: Please delete these text boxes before publishing your project manual.

SECTION 09 61 13

 

STATIC-CONTROL CONCRETE SEALER

 

PART 1: GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Fluid-applied hygroscopic, static-dissipative polymer concrete sealer system for interior concrete substrates.

B. Electrical grounding hardware and foil installation instructions.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordinate with Section 03 30 00 (Cast-In-Place Concrete), Section 03 35 43 (Polished Concrete Finishing), and Section 01 33 00 (Submittal Procedures).

B. Section 03 35 43 - Polished Concrete Finishing.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 - Protection of Electrical and Electronic Parts, Assemblies, and Equipment.

B. ANSI/ESD STM7.1 - Floor Materials - Characterization of Resistance.

C. ESD/STM 97.1 - Floor Materials and Footwear - Resistance Measurement in Combination with a Person.

D. ASTM F1869 - Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Substrate Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride.

E. CDHP (California Department of Public Health) Standard Method V1.2 - Emission testing for volatile organic compounds.

1.4 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Pre-Installation Meeting: Convene a mandatory pre-application meeting [__] weeks prior to starting installation.

Attendance: Contractor, Applicator, Architect, and Owner's Representative.
Review: Substrate preparation, moisture testing, grounding placement, application sequence, and curing protections.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's technical data sheets, electrical properties, and installation guidelines.

B. Sustainable Design Submittals: Submit documentation verifying low-VOC compliance to CDHP V1.2

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Quality Assurance: Submit documentation verifying applicator has a minimum of five (5) years of experience with similar fluid-applied industrial coatings or has been pre-approved by the manufacturer of the product (United Static Control Products).

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to the site in the manufacturer's original, unopened containers with intact labels showing product name, batch number, and SDS sheets.

B. Maintain storage and installation temperatures between 60 degrees F and 90 degrees F within a fully enclosed, weather-tight facility.

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PART 2: PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. United Static Control Products Incorporated, 2124 S. Prairie Ave, Building D, Pueblo, CO 81005. Phone: (719) 676-3928.

2.2 MATERIALS

  1. Static Dissipative Sealer: ElectraSeal® ESD Concrete Sealer:

  2. Formulation: Metal-free, low-odor, hygroscopic polymer chain formulation.

  3. VOC Content: Less than 55 g/L. Meets CDHP V1.2

  4. Environmental Restrictions: Do not install in spaces with a sustained relative humidity below 30%.

  5. Composition Safety: 100% Free of Dibutyl Phthalates and Formaldehydes.

B. Grounding Components: Manufacturer-supplied aluminum or copper foil grounding foil strips or approved alternative grounded metal equipment racks.

PART 3: EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION AND PRE-TESTING

 

A. Substrate Verification: Verify concrete substrate is clean, visibly dry, and free of bond-inhibiting contaminants (wax, oil, grease, or incompatible curing compounds).

 

B. Moisture Testing: Conduct concrete vapor emission testing per ASTM F1869. Specifier Note: ElectraSeal features a microporous structure capable of handling high vapor emissions, but anomalies over 8 lbs/1,000 SF/24 hrs should be evaluated by the manufacturer before proceeding.


C. Bond Pre-Test: Perform a localized bond and compatibility pre-test if applying over existing densified, sealed, or diamond-polished concrete surfaces.


3.2 APPLICATION

 

A. Grounding: Install manufacturer-provided aluminum ground foil strips in accordance with grounding documentation, or verify placement of permanently grounded steel structures (such as server racks) acting as alternate grounding paths.


B. Application Method: Apply product using a clean microfiber mop, high-speed finish applicator, or automated spray equipment.


C. Coverage Rate: Apply uniformly at a coverage rate of approximately 1,500 square feet per gallon per coat.


D. Coating Sequence: Apply a minimum of three (3) full coats, allowing adequate drying time between subsequent coats according to manufacturer instructions.

 

3.3 COMPLIANCE TESTING & CLEANING

 

A. Testing: Prior to final handover and building occupancy, test the cured floor for compliance with ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 compliance verification standards.

 

B. Post-Installation Maintenance: Initial cleanup and maintenance must strictly utilize approved neutral cleaners (such as ElectraClean) and burnishing compounds (such as ElectraShine) to avoid degrading ESD characteristics.

3.4 PROTECTION

A. The ElectraSeal system gains maximum hardness and durability during a curing phase lasting approximately 2 weeks. Protect floor coating system while curing and especially during move in of heavy equipment.

END OF SECTION

Reviewed for Accuracy - 11/05/2026

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