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KALMATRON
KF-aßy
MATERIAL
RADIOACTIVE RESISTANCE
HUMAN BODY
RADIATION LIMITS
UNITS
OF RADIOACTIVITY MEASUREMENT
KF-aby, CONCRETE, LEAD COMPARISON
Theoretical
Base - Page 1
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DESCRIPTION of KF-abg:
KF-abg
is a radioactive shielding material for attenuation of radiation and
liquid permeability.
KF-abg
is an inorganic, cementitious gray powder without odor, with a dry
bulk density of 2,000 Kg/m3. After mixing with water it
becomes like a plastic dough with a wet density of 3,500 Kg/m3.
The density after drying is about 2,000 Kg/m3. After 4 to
6 hours, it works also as a waterproofer. KF-abg
provides radioactive protection immediately after application, and
even in a powder condition.
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Any paint
is applicable on the surface of a KF-abg
layer.
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The
durability of a KF-abg
layer depends on the thickness of the layer and the outside
conditions.
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The best
conditions for KF-abg
are wet surfaces and humid air.
The durability of KF-abg
in dry and normal conditions is equal to the durability of highly
dense concrete.
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The
shielding layer is easy to repair or replace in case of casual
damages.
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We are able
to produce various compositions of KF-abg,
and use multiple application techniques for the different levels of
radioactive protection.
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USES of KF-abg:
KF-abg
is applicable as a coating on any structure by plaster technology,
or as an admixture into concrete mix, or by strewing directly on a
source of radiation. Application is also possible by injecting into
concrete, soil, masonry and reinforced concrete structures. The
fields of application are diverse:
nuclear plants; storage sites of nuclear wastes; isolation of
civil buildings, roads, tunnels, and bridges; deactivation of dusts,
fly ash, etc.; and, injections into mines, sinkholes, tunnels,
pipes, tubes, etc.
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QUANTITY of KALMATRONÒ
KF- abg:
Before any operations, it is a necessity to determine the quantity
of KF-abg
per square unit, in accordance with the source of radiation and
required level of protection. A determination of the required
thickness of the layer needed on a job site is determined by a test
application performed on a few areas with a minimum size of 30 cm x
30 cm, and a minimum KF- abg
thickness of 5 mm. If attenuation is not sufficient, apply another 5
mm layer and continue this process until the radiation is stopped.
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PREPARATION OF KF-abg:
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Use the
required quantity of KF-abg
per square unit of the concrete surface.
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Add 1 part
water, to 4 parts of KF-abg,
based on volume, and mix for 1 minute.
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PREPARATION OF SURFACE and CURING:
Wet
surface with water until a soaked condition is achieved. For wooden,
plastic or metal structures, apply flat wire net before application
of KF-abg.
After 6 hours, spray water on the KF-abg
surface.
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QUALITY CONTROL:
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Use the
standard methods and equipment for evaluation of leaks, or remainder
of radiation.
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Repeat the
Quality Control in accordance with local requirements.
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BENEFITS:
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KF-abg
is the most workable and least expensive technology for protection
of new structures, as well as for the restoration of resistance of
building structures against radiation.
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Deactivation
of civil infrastructures by using plaster technology, with no
additional staff training required.
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Protective
layer of KF-abg
is applicable on wet,
contaminated and deteriorated
surfaces.
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Highest
variability of the methods of application, and variable
improvement of durability.
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Can be
applied in solid and powder form.
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