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ABA has been Australia’s most recognised brand of tile installation solutions over the past 40 years. The brand was founded in 1966 by four tile manufacturing companies to solve issues and make installation of tiles faster and easier.

ABA today is committed to recognising our strengths from the past and developing on these for the future. We offer a comprehensive range of adhesive and under tile waterproofing solutions. You will see this range expand in our new brand livery with the aim to make tiling easier and building owners feel more secure.

Welcome to the new look ABA. Your feedback is always welcome and will help us grow this brand well into the future.

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Product Selector Internal Walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Product Selector External Walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Product Selector Internal Floors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Product Selector External Floors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Surface Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12ABA Abascreed 12ABA Levelfast 12

Flexible Tile Adhesives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13ABA Abaflex 13ABA Floorflex 13

Tile Adhesives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14ABA Tileset 14ABA Super Tileset 14ABA MPP 15ABA Powerstik 15

Rubber Modified Tile Adhesives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16ABA Abastik 16ABA Glue 16ABA Glue Plus 17

Premixed Tile Adhesives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18ABA Abafix 18ABA Abamastic 18ABA Abamastic Plus 19

Undertile Waterproofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20ABA Waterproofer 20ABA Barrierflex Shower Kit 20ABA Barrierflex 21

Ardex Adhesives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Ardex Optima 22Ardex S16W 22Ardex STS8W 23Ardex X77 23Ardex X78 24Ardex X56 24Ardex WA100 25Ardex Abapoxy 25

Ardex Levellers, Primers, Silicones & Additives . . . . . . . . . . 26Ardex SE Silicone 26Ardex E90 26Ardex Multiprime 27Ardex LQ92 27

Grouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Ardex FG8 28Ardex FS-DD 28Ardex DG5 29Ardex WA Epoxy 29

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Product Selector InternAl WAllS

RENDER CONCRETE EXISTING TILES PLASTERBOARDFIBRE-CEMENT

MEDIUM DENSITY

UNDERTILE WATER-PROOFING

MEMBRANE

HIGHLY POROUSe.g. Terracotta

AbafixAbaflexAbamasticAbamastic PlusBarrierflex

Glue Plus MPP Powerstik Super Tileset



Abaflex (G)MPP (G) Powerstik (G)

AbafixAbaflex Abamastic Abamastic Plus Abastik

Barrierflex Glue Plus MPP Powerstik



Abaflex Powerstik BarrierflexMPP

POROUSe.g. Monocottura

e.g. Bicottura










AbaflexBarrierflex MPP Powerstik

POROUSe.g. Ceramic

e.g. Ceramic Mosaics











LOW POROSITYe.g. Glass Mosaics











LOW POROSITYe.g. Vitrified / Porcelain






Abaflex Abamastic Plus Barrierflex

Glue Plus MPP Powerstik

AbaflexAbamastic Plus Barrierflex



NON-SENSITIVE NATURAL STONEe.g. Marble/Granite

See Technical Bulletins TB001 & TB148

AbaflexAbamastic Plus Barrierflex Glue Plus

MPP Powerstik Super Tileset






Abafix AbaflexAbamastic Abamastic Plus

BarrierflexGlue Plus Powerstik MPP


TRANSLUCENT MARBLE

See Technical Bulletin TB010

ARDEX Optima ARDEX S16WARDEX STS8W ARDEX WA 100


ARDEX AbapoxyARDEX S16W + E90 (G)ARDEX STS8W + E90 (G)ARDEX WA 100

MPP MPP MPP

MOISTURE SENSITIVE NATURAL STONE


ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX S16W ARDEX WA 100


ARDEX AbapoxyARDEX S16W + E90 (D)(G)ARDEX WA 100

ARDEX AbapoxyARDEX S16WARDEX WA 100


ARDEX AbapoxyARDEX WA 100

SLATESAlways conduct a trial

application

Abaflex BarrierflexGlue Plus Super Tileset


Abaflex (G)


Glue Plus Abafix AbaflexAbamastic Abamastic Plus

Glue Plus Abaflex Barrierflex

KEY

(G) Glaze removed

(D) Dry area only

Note: Slate is not a suitable substrate to be tiled over due to its instability.

Refer to Technical Bulletin TB010 for special recommendations in dealing with sensitive stones. For other applications not listed, please contact ARDEX Technical Services.

Disclaimer: The technical details, recommendations and other information contained in this sheet are given in good faith and represent the best of our knowledge and experience at the time of issue. It is your responsibility to ensure that our products are used and handled correctly and in accordance with any applicable Australian Standard, our instructions and recommendations and only for the uses they are intended. We also reserve the right to update information without prior notice to you to reflect our ongoing research and development program. Country specific recommendations, depending on local standards, codes of practice, building regulations or industry guidelines, may effect specific installation recommendations. This guide is intended as a quick reference selector only; please always refer to the relevant product datasheets for specific instructions. ARDEX make no claim on tile performance in the above situations; please refer to the tile manufacturer to ensure the tile is suitable for the application intended.

© ARDEX Australia Pty Ltd 2012.

All aforementioned products are the trademarks of ARDEX Australia Pty Ltd, its licensors and affiliates.

Product Selector InternAl WAllS

RENDER CONCRETE EXISTING TILES PLASTERBOARDFIBRE-CEMENT

MEDIUM DENSITY


MEMBRANE

HIGHLY POROUSe.g. Terracotta










Abaflex Powerstik BarrierflexMPP


e.g. Bicottura











POROUSe.g. Ceramic































AbaflexAbamastic Plus Barrierflex













BarrierflexGlue Plus Powerstik MPP


TRANSLUCENT MARBLE




ARDEX AbapoxyARDEX S16W + E90 (G)ARDEX STS8W + E90 (G)ARDEX WA 100

MPP MPP MPP

MOISTURE SENSITIVE NATURAL STONE




ARDEX AbapoxyARDEX S16W + E90 (D)(G)ARDEX WA 100




SLATESAlways conduct a trial

application



Abaflex (G)


Glue Plus Abafix AbaflexAbamastic Abamastic Plus

Glue Plus Abaflex Barrierflex





Product Selector externAl WAllS

RENDER CONCRETEEXISTING

TILESFC SHEET OR BLUEBOARD


MEMBRANE

SWIMMING POOLS


e.g. Bicottura

AbaflexBarrierflexGlue PlusPowerstik Super Tileset


Abaflex(Covered, not permanently immersed & mechanically prepared)

These sheets are only suitable for textured coatings and are not suitable to tile over in external situations

AbaflexBarrierflexPowerstik

Barrierflex ARDEX X77ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90ARDEX WA 100

POROUSe.g. Ceramic























Contact ABA Technical Services

Abaflex Barrierflex


TRANSLUCENT MARBLE


ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90ARDEX WA 100





MOISTURE SENSITIVE

NATURAL STONESee Technical

Bulletin TB010





SLATESAlways conduct

a trial application

AbaflexBarrierflexGlue PlusSuper Tileset Powerstik



Abaflex Barrierflex

Barrierflex ARDEX X77ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90ARDEX WA 100,

KEY

Not applicable or recommended application

Note: All floors must have adequate falls. Slate is not a suitable substrate to be tiled over due to its instability.





Product Selector externAl WAllS

RENDER CONCRETEEXISTING

TILESFC SHEET OR BLUEBOARD


MEMBRANE

SWIMMING POOLS


e.g. Bicottura




These sheets are only suitable for textured coatings and are not suitable to tile over in external situations



POROUSe.g. Ceramic
























Abaflex Barrierflex


TRANSLUCENT MARBLE







MOISTURE SENSITIVE

NATURAL STONESee Technical

Bulletin TB010





SLATESAlways conduct

a trial application




Abaflex Barrierflex

Barrierflex ARDEX X77ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90ARDEX WA 100,





Product Selector InternAl FloorS

CONCRETE HEATED CONCRETE

SAND/CEMENT SCREED

EXISTING TILES

FIBRE-CEMENT MEDIUM

DENSITY/CTU

FIBRE-CEMENT COMPRESSED

(min 15mm)

TIMBER INTERNAL

(direct application)

WATER-PROOFING

MEMBRANE

HIGHLY POROUS

e.g. Terracotta

Abaflex AbastikBarrierflexFloorflex

GlueGlue PlusMPPPowerstik Super Tileset

AbaflexBarrierflex Glue PlusMPPPowerstik

AbaflexBarrierflex Floorflex GlueGlue Plus


Abaflex(D,G) Floorflex(D,G)Glue(D,G)Powerstik(D,G) Super Tileset(D,G)

AbaflexBarrierflex Floorflex Glue


Abaflex Barrierflex FloorflexMPP

Barrierflex (P) Floorflex(P) ARDEX X56(P) ARDEX Optima(P)

Abaflex BarrierflexGlue Plus



e.g. Bicottura













POROUSe.g. Ceramic e.g. Ceramic

Mosaics


















Abaflex(D,G) Floorflex(D,G)Glue(D,G)Super Tileset(D,G)







LOW POROSITYe.g. Vitrified /

Porcelain

Abaflex AbastikBarrierflexFloorflexGlue

Glue Plus Powerstik MPPSuper Tileset




Abaflex(D,G) Floorflex(D,G) Glue(D,G)Powerstik(D,G)

Abaflex Barrierflex FloorflexGlue PlusMPP





NON-SENSITIVE NATURAL

STONEe.g. Marble/

Granite See Technical

Bulletins TB001 & TB148

Abaflex BarrierflexGlue Plus MPP

PowerstikSuper Tileset


AbaflexBarrierflex Glue Plus

MPPPowerstikSuper Tileset

Abaflex(G) Powerstik(G)






TRANSLUCENT MARBLE


MPP ARDEX Optima ARDEX S16W(D) ARDEX STS8W

MPP ARDEX Optima ARDEX S16W + E90(D) ARDEX STS8W + E90


ARDEX Optima ARDEX S16W + E90(D) ARDEX STS8W + E90(D)

Barrierflex (P) Floorflex(P) ARDEX Optima(P)

MPP ARDEX Optima ARDEX STS8W + E90

MOISTURE SENSITIVE NATURAL STONESee Technical

Bulletin TB010

ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX S16W

ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX S16W + E90


ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX S16W + E90(D) ARDEX Abapoxy

SLATESAlways conduct a

trialapplication

AbaflexBarrierflex Glue Plus PowerstikSuper Tileset

Abaflex Barrierflex Glue Plus Powerstik



AbaflexBarrierflex FloorflexGlue PlusARDEX X56

Abaflex Glue Plus Barrierflex

Barrierflex Floorflex(P) ARDEX X56(P) ARDEX Optima(P)

Abaflex BarrierflexPowerstik

KEY

(G) Glaze removed

(D) Dry area only

(P) Prime with ARDEX Optima/ARDEX P82

Not applicable or recommended application, Note: Slate is not a suitable substrate to be tiled over due to its instability.


Disclaimer: The technical details, recommendations and other information contained in this sheet are given in good faith and represent the best of our knowledge and experience at the time of issue. It is your responsibility to ensure that our products are used and handled correctly and in accordance with any applicable Australian Standard, our instructions and recommendations and only for the uses they are intended. We also reserve the right to update information without prior notice to you to reflect our ongoing research and development program. Country specific recommendations, depending on local standards, codes of practice, building regulations or industry guidelines, may effect specific installation recommendations. This guide is intended as a quick reference selector only; please always refer to the relevant product datasheets for specific instructions. ARDEX make no claim on tile performance in the above situations; please refer to the tile manufacturer to ensure the tile is suitable for the application intended. © ARDEX Australia Pty Ltd 2012.


Product Selector InternAl FloorS

CONCRETE HEATED CONCRETE

SAND/CEMENT SCREED

EXISTING TILES

FIBRE-CEMENT MEDIUM

DENSITY/CTU


(min 15mm)

TIMBER INTERNAL

(direct application)

WATER-PROOFING

MEMBRANE

HIGHLY POROUS

e.g. Terracotta














e.g. Bicottura














Mosaics


















Abaflex(D,G) Floorflex(D,G)Glue(D,G)Super Tileset(D,G)








Porcelain

Abaflex AbastikBarrierflexFloorflexGlue

Glue Plus Powerstik MPPSuper Tileset




Abaflex(D,G) Floorflex(D,G) Glue(D,G)Powerstik(D,G)







STONEe.g. Marble/







MPPPowerstikSuper Tileset







TRANSLUCENT MARBLE



MPP ARDEX Optima ARDEX S16W + E90(D) ARDEX STS8W + E90


ARDEX Optima ARDEX S16W + E90(D) ARDEX STS8W + E90(D)

Barrierflex (P) Floorflex(P) ARDEX Optima(P)

MPP ARDEX Optima ARDEX STS8W + E90


Bulletin TB010


ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX S16W + E90


ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX S16W + E90(D) ARDEX Abapoxy


trialapplication





AbaflexBarrierflex FloorflexGlue PlusARDEX X56

Abaflex Glue Plus Barrierflex

Barrierflex Floorflex(P) ARDEX X56(P) ARDEX Optima(P)

Abaflex BarrierflexPowerstik




Product Selector externAl FloorS

CONCRETESAND/CEMENT

SCREEDEXISTING

TILES


(min 15mm)

WATER- PROOFING

MEMBRANE

BUTYNOL(TB077)

FIBREGLASS(Pool waterline

aftermechanically

prepared)

SWIMMING POOLS

HIGHLY POROUS

e.g. Terracotta

AbaflexBarrierflexGlue Glue Plus


AbaflexBarrierflexFloorflex

Glue Glue Plus PowerstikSuper Tileset

Abaflex (G,N)Ardex Optima (G,N)

AbaflexBarrierflex Glue PlusPowerstik

Abaflex Glue PlusPowerstikSuper Tileset

ARDEX Optima ARDEX Optima

Barrierflex ARDEX Optima ARDEX X77ARDEX STS8W + E90


e.g. Bicottura











Mosaics











Powerstik Abaflex Barrierflex









Porcelain


GlueGlue Plus Powerstik

Abaflex Glue Plus Powerstik

Glue Floorflex Barrierflex







STONEe.g. Marble/



AbaflexBarrierflexGlue Plus


Abaflex Barrierflex Glue Plus






Barrierflex ARDEX Optima ARDEX X77 ARDEX STS8W + E90

TRANSLUCENT MARBLE


ARDEX Optima ARDEX STS8W


ARDEX Optima (G,N)ARDEX STS8W + E90(G,D)

ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90

ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90 ARDEX Optima ARDEX Optima

ARDEX STS8W + E90


Bulletin TB010

ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX Abapoxy Contact ABA Technical Services ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX Abapoxy


trial application



Abaflex (G,N), Ardex Optima (G,N)




Barrierflex ARDEX STS8W + E90ARDEX Optima ARDEX X77

KEY

(G) Glaze removed

(D) Dry area only

(N) Not permanently immersed

Not applicable or recommended application Note: All floors must have adequate falls. Slate is not a suitable substrate to be tiled over due to its instability.


Refer to Technical Bulletin TB077 for special recommendations in dealing with Butynol. For other applications not listed, please contact ARDEX Technical Services.



Product Selector externAl FloorS

CONCRETESAND/CEMENT

SCREEDEXISTING

TILES


(min 15mm)

WATER- PROOFING

MEMBRANE

BUTYNOL(TB077)

FIBREGLASS(Pool waterline

aftermechanically

prepared)

SWIMMING POOLS

HIGHLY POROUS

e.g. Terracotta











e.g. Bicottura











Mosaics











Powerstik Abaflex Barrierflex









Porcelain


GlueGlue Plus Powerstik

Abaflex Glue Plus Powerstik

Glue Floorflex Barrierflex







STONEe.g. Marble/



AbaflexBarrierflexGlue Plus


Abaflex Barrierflex Glue Plus






Barrierflex ARDEX Optima ARDEX X77 ARDEX STS8W + E90

TRANSLUCENT MARBLE




ARDEX Optima (G,N)ARDEX STS8W + E90(G,D)

ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90

ARDEX OptimaARDEX STS8W + E90 ARDEX Optima ARDEX Optima

ARDEX STS8W + E90


Bulletin TB010

ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX Abapoxy Contact ABA Technical Services ARDEX Abapoxy ARDEX Abapoxy


trial application



Abaflex (G,N), Ardex Optima (G,N)




Barrierflex ARDEX STS8W + E90ARDEX Optima ARDEX X77


Refer to Technical Bulletin TB077 for special recommendations in dealing with Butynol. For other applications not listed, please contact ARDEX Technical Services.



AbA AbAScreedDESCRIPTIONABA Abascreed is a factory proportioned premixed sand/cement screed designed to achieve falls for water run off and to economically level uneven floors prior to tiling or waterproofing.

APPLICATION Internal and external floors

SUBSTRATESConcrete floors, fibre-cement sheets, timber floors (internal)

COLOURSGrey/green powder

COVERAGE20kg of Abascreed is sufficient for approximately 1m2, at 10mm thickness. 1m2 shower base will require approximately 40kg of Abascreed (depending on minimum bed thickness).

PACK SIzES20kg bag

AbA levelFAStDESCRIPTION:Cement based underlay for levelling uneven floors prior to tiling, for internal and external application and quick drying

BED THICKNESS:2mm to 20mm in one application

LOCATION:Internal or external floors, suitable for underfloor heating.

DRYING TIME:Ready for tiles once walkable, generally 2 hours.

COLOURS:Grey

PACK SIzE:20kg

LOW VOC

LOW VOCQUICKDRYING

SurFAce PrePArAtIon

AbA AbAFlexDESCRIPTIONABA Abaflex is a premium grade, cement-based adhesive with excellent flexibility and workability and is dry enough to be grouted after 8 hours. It is especially suited to high performance situations with heavy pedestrian traffic e.g. shopping centres.

APPLICATIONS Internal and external walls and floors

TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stones (excluding moisture sensitive), glass and porcelain mosaics.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds; ARDEX liquid applied undertile waterproofing membranes; Medium density fibre-cement sheets on walls; Plasterboard; Existing ceramic and vinyl tiles; Autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC); Compressed fibre-cement sheet on floors; Ceramic tile underlay

COLOURSOff White Powder

COVERAGE7m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel 5m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg

AbA FloorFlexDESCRIPTIONABA Floorflex is a two component, rubber based tile adhesive. It is especially formulated to fix tiles to substrates which are subject to thermal and shrinkage movement.


TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stones (excluding moisture sensitive) and mosaics.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, aerated concrete, cement renders; Metal surfaces; ARDEX liquid applied undertile waterproofing membranes (excluding shower recess floors); Medium density fibre-cement sheet, compressed fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard; Existing ceramic and vinyl tiles; Internal sheet timber, particleboard and plywood; Ceramic tile Underlay

COLOURSGrey Powder, White Liquid

COVERAGE 20KG LIqUID/40KG POWDER)26-29m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel. 21m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg pail, 20kg bag

HIGHBOND

STRENGTH

LOW VOC

HIGHLYFLEXIBLE

SAMEDAY

GROUTING

EXCELLENTCOVERAGE

HIGHLYFLEXIBLE

LOW VOC

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FlexIble tIle AdheSIveS

AbA tIleSetDESCRIPTIONABA Tileset is a standard grade cement-based wall and floor tile adhesive.

APPLICATION Internal walls and floors

TILE TYPESCeramic tiles, terracotta, slate and quarry tiles with water absorption >6%

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds

COLOURSOff white powder

COVERAGE6.5m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel. 5m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg bag

AbA SuPer tIleSetDESCRIPTIONABA Super Tileset is a polymer fortified cement-based wall and floor tile adhesive for use in applications not subject to movement. It is formulated for fixing all types of tiles, including dense bodied and fully vitrified tiles over sound substrates without the need for polymer additives.

APPLICATION Internal and external walls and floors

TILE TYPESNon-moisture sensitive natural stone, porcelain, mosaics, fully vitrified & ceramic tiles

SUBSTRATESConcrete render/screed, Existing tiles, ARDEX waterproofing systems


COVERAGE9m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel. 6m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg bag

LOW VOC

LOW VOCHIGHBOND

STRENGTH

tIle AdheSIveS

AbA mPPDESCRIPTIONABA MPP is a cementitious mastic ceramic tile adhesive. It combines the properties of a mastic adhesive with those of a fast-setting cement based adhesive.

APPLICATION Internal walls and floors

TILE TYPESSuitable for tiles with more than 0.01% water absorption, including non-moisture sensitive natural stone, porcelain, mosaics, fully vitrified and ceramic tiles.

SUBSTRATESWalls: Cement Render, fibre cement sheet, plasterboard. Floors: Concrete, existing ceramic tiles (dry areas), ceramic tile underlay

COLOURSWhite powder

COVERAGE12m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel (20kg bag). 8m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel (20kg bag)

PACK SIzES20kg, 5kg bag

AbA PoWerStIkDESCRIPTIONABA Powerstik is a white polymer fortified cement-based tile adhesive that has been specially formulated with mastic type properties. ABA Powerstik has an extended open time, is non-slump and flexible.



SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds; Fibre-cement sheet and plasterboard on walls; Compressed fibre-cement sheet on floors; ARDEX liquid applied undertile waterproofing membranes; Existing ceramic tiles (internal dry areas), ceramic tile underlay

COLOURSWhite powder


PACK SIzES20kg

FLEXIBLE

NONSLUMP

LOW VOCFLEXIBLE

SAMEDAY

GROUTINGLOW VOC

HIGHBOND

STRENGTH

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AbA AbAStIkDESCRIPTIONABA Abastik is a rubber-modified adhesive for fixing in internal or covered external (with adequate falls to waste) locations.

APPLICATION Internal and covered external walls and floors

TILE TYPESCeramic tiles, non-moisture sensitive marble, slate, granite and mosaics, porcelain.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds.

Medium density fibre-cement sheet (internal walls only), plasterboard



PACK SIzES20kg

AbA GlueDESCRIPTIONABA Glue is a rubber-modified adhesive for fixing ceramic tiles. It can be used a wide variety of substrates where minimal movement is anticipated.

APPLICATION Internal and external walls and floors (with adequate falls).

TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stones (excluding moisture sensitive), and mosaics.

SUBSTRATESWalls: Cement render, concrete, fibre-cement sheets, plasterboard and existing ceramic tiles (internal only). Floors: Concrete, compressed fibre-cement sheets and existing ceramic tiles (internal only), ceramic tile underlay.


COVERAGE13-15m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel. 8-10m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg

EXCELLENTCOVERAGE

FLEXIBLE

LOW VOC

LOW VOC

EXCELLENTCOVERAGE

rubber modIFIed tIle AdheSIveS

AbA Glue PluSDESCRIPTIONABA Glue Plus is a superior rubber modified adhesive for fixing ceramic tiles. It can be used over a wide range of substrates in situations where minimal movement is anticipated.



SUBSTRATESFibre-cement sheet, plasterboard on walls, compressed fibre-cement sheet on floors, concrete, renders, screeds, ARDEX and ABA liquid applied undertile waterproofing membranes


COVERAGE13-15m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel. 8-10m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg

FLEXIBLE

HIGHBOND

STRENGTHLOW VOC

SAMEDAY

GROUTING

GREENSCREED

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AbA AbAFIxDESCRIPTIONABA Abafix is a white, ready mixed, thin bed tile adhesive. Being a smooth, viscous paste, ABA Abafix is easy to trowel. It can be used to fix a range of tiles in internal application such as kitchens, bathrooms and laundries.

APPLICATIONS Internal walls

TILE TYPESAll ceramic wall tiles including monocottura, natural stones (excluding moisture sensitive) and glass mosaics.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, cement renders, fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard.

COLOURSWhite paste

COVERAGE10m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg pail

AbA AbAmAStIcDESCRIPTIONABA Abamastic is a high performance, ready mixed adhesive with superior flexibility and tenacity. Due to its non-slip formulation, ABA Abamastic is ideal for fixing all types of ceramic tiles, including large size ceramic wall tiles, in internal applications such as kitchens, bathrooms and laundries.


TILE TYPESAll ceramic wall tiles including monocottura, natural stones (excluding moisture sensitive) and glass mosaics.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, cement renders, fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard.

COLOURSWhite paste

COVERAGE10m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg pail

FLEXIBLE

FLEXIBLE

LOW VOC

LOW VOC

NONSLUMP

PremIxed tIle AdheSIveS

AbA AbAmAStIc PluSDESCRIPTIONABA Abamastic Plus is a premium grade dispersion adhesive offering superior non-slump and shear adhesion characteristics. Based on exclusive polymer technology, ABA Abamastic Plus is the ultimate performance wall tile adhesive. Its unique formulation allows it to be used in wet areas (such as shower walls) without the adhesion strength being compromised over time.


TILE TYPESCeramic tiles, natural stone (excluding moisture sensitive stone); Fully vitrified tiles, glass mosaics, porcelain

SUBSTRATESFibre-cement sheets, plasterboard; Concrete, render; ABA Waterproofer or ARDEX Undertile liquid applied waterproofing membranes (not suitable when using dense tiles over such non-absorbent substrates nor for shower hobs due to prolonged drying times)

COLOURSWhite paste

COVERAGE8-10m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg pail

HIGHBOND

STRENGTH

NONSLUMPLOW VOC

INCREASED HEAT &

MOISTURE RESISTANCE

FLEXIBLE

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AbA WAterProoFerDESCRIPTIONABA Waterproofer Undertile Waterproofing Membrane is a tough, ready to use waterproofing membrane designed to be used under tiles. The fast drying formula cures to provide a flexible waterproof membrane.


TYPICAL APPLICATIONSInternal wet areas (bathrooms, kitchens, laundries), balconies, decks and other areas that will be tiled or otherwise protected from foot traffic.

SUITABLE SURFACESConcrete – Cured for minimum 28 days. Renders and screeds – Cured for minimum 14 days. Fibre cement sheet – Compressed or standard grade. Plasterboard – Wet area grade only. For plywood or particleboard, contact ABA technical services.

COLOURSGrey

COVERAGE7.5m2 on floors, 15m2 on walls (based on two coats, applied to a final dry film thickness of 0.5-1.0mm).

PACK SIzES20kg pail

AbA bArrIerFlex ShoWer kItDESCRIPTION Providing all the benefit of ABA Barrieflex this complete kit is designed to waterproof and tile a shower or small wet area:

KIT CONTENTS • Barrierflex Liquid – 4L• Barrierflex Powder – 4kg• Primer – 1L• Cartridge of Silicone sealer• Reinforcing Mat – 10 Lineal Metres• Disposable Gloves• Instruction Leaflet

COVERAGE Approximately 5m2 (as a waterproofing membrane) in each kit

PACK SIzESKit weight total 10kg.

FLEXIBLE

HIGHBOND

STRENGTH

LOW VOC

LOW VOC

FLEXIBLE

undertIle WAterProoFInG

AbA bArrIerFlexDESCRIPTIONABA Barrierflex is a waterproof, truly elastomeric, flexible ceramic tile adhesive, ABA Barrierflex consists of a unique mix of polymers and special powders resulting in very low shrinkage and excellent adhesion. ABA Barrierflex is highly durable and will resist humidity, water, and extreme climates.


TILE APPLICATIONS• Ceramic tiles on prefabricated panels (concrete

and fibre-cement)

• Sheeted Timber Floors: after priming, tape joints with masking or PVC ducting tape.

• Ceramic tiles on pre-cast concrete walls, rendered brickwork etc.

• Ceramic tiles, etc. in concrete swimming pools

• Ceramic tiles on floors including those with under floor heating.

• Ceramic tiles, slate and suitable stone tiles in outdoor applications (swimming pools, balconies, facades, terraces).

• Ceramic tiles in refrigeration units.

• Ceramic tiles on surfaces subject to movement (e.g. suspended concrete slabs).

• Tiles in commercial kitchens, dairies and other areas where limited chemical resistance and hygiene is required.

ABA BARRIERFLEX CAN ALSO BE USED:• As a crack suppressant elastomeric membrane.

ABA Barrierflex is applied with a trowel to develop an elastic membrane that will prevent existing hairline cracks in the floor/wall from coming through the tile surface.

• As a waterproofing membrane for interior and exterior surfaces subject to water penetration (not rising damp).

COLOURSGrey powder, white liquid

COVERAGE 22m2 on walls using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel (15kg liquid/40kg Powder as adhesive). 14m2 on Floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel (15kg Liquid/40kg Powder as adhesive)

PACK SIzES15L pail, 20kg bag

HIGHBOND

STRENGTH

LOW VOC

FLEXIBLE

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Ardex oPtImADESCRIPTIONA premium grade two part adhesive with exceptional bond. Its unique formula enables ARDEX Optima to be used over a number of difficult to adhere to surfaces. Tile over tile with no grinding or primers. Highly water-resistant and flexible with high initial grab.


TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stones (excluding moisture sensitive), and mosaics.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds, aerated concrete. ARDEX undertile liquid applied or Butynol waterproofing membranes. Fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard. Brick and blockwork. Tilt up and pre cast concrete. Directly over existing ceramic tiles. Powder coated cladding, galvanised steel. Particleboard timber/plywood. Roughened fiberglass (not immersed applications)

COLOURSWhite

COVERAGETBA

PACK SIzESTBA

Ardex S16DESCRIPTIONA unique ARDEX Rapid Dry formula locks in moisture, thereby reducing the risk of efflorescence and water marks on certain natural stone tiles. Grout after 2 to 3 hours. No lipping of floor tiles, and ideal for translucent marble and natural stone

APPLICATION Internal walls and floors (not suitable for permanently wet areas.

TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stone and mosaics. S16W (white) can be used to fix low to medium dimensionally sensitive stone and translucent marble.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds. Fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard and heated slabs (with ARDEX E90). Existing ceramic tiles - internal dry areas (with ARDEX E90)

COLOURSS16 – grey, S16W – white.

COVERAGE7m2 on walls and 5m2 on floors per 20kg

PACK SIzES20kg bags

Ardex AdheSIveS

Ardex StS8DESCRIPTIONARDEX STS8W is high tensile strength tile adhesive for use on walls and floors. The non lip formulation means it will not sink with heavy floor tiles, perfect for porcelain. Non slump ideal for large format tiles and improved workability.

APPLICATION Internal and external walls and floors (Mix with E90 when used externally. Mix STS8W (white) and E90 for swimming pools).

TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stone and mosaics.

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds. ARDEX liquid applied under tile waterproofing membranes. Fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard and heated slabs (with ARDEX E90). Existing ceramic tiles - internal dry areas (with ARDEX E90).

COLOURSWhite and off white

COVERAGE9m2 on walls and 7m2 on floors per 20kg

PACK SIzES20kg bags

Ardex x77DESCRIPTIONARDEX X77 is a high performance, fibre reinforced, polymer modified tile adhesive, specially formulated with Microtec Technology to give exceptional adhesion and a more secure tiling system.

APPLICATION Internal and external walls and floors (suitable for swimming pools and immersion applications)

TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, concrete stone tiles, natural stone (excluding moisture sensitive), glass and porcelain mosaics

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds. ARDEX liquid applied under tile waterproofing membranes. Fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard and heated slabs. Existing ceramic tiles. Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC). ARDEX DS40

COLOUROff white

COVERAGE9m2 on walls, using a 6 x 6 x 6mm notched trowel and 6m2 on floors using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES15kg bags

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Ardex x78DESCRIPTIONARDEX X78 is a high performance, fibre reinforced, polymer modified tile adhesive. An innovative pourable mortar which has double extended open time and non lipping capabilities for excellent coverage and is perfect for large format tiles. Microtec Technology greatly improves the adhesion strength resulting in a more secure tiling system.

APPLICATION Internal and external floors

TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, concrete stone tiles, natural stone (excluding moisture sensitive), glass and porcelain mosaics

SUBSTRATESConcrete, screeds. ARDEX liquid applied under tile waterproofing membranes. Fibre-cement sheet. Existing ceramic tiles. Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC). ARDEX DS40

COLOUROff white

COVERAGE5m2 using a 10 x 10 x 10mm notched trowel

PACK SIzES20kg bags

Ardex x56DESCRIPTIONARDEX X 56 is highly flexible and fast setting (4 hours), suitable for tiling directly to timber and over heated slabs. Suitable for early age concrete/screeds.

APPLICATION Internal and external walls and floors with adequate falls to waste.

Not suitable for swimming pools, areas with ponding water or commercial floors subject to heavy traffic.

TILE TYPESFully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stone (excluding moisture sensitive), mosaics

SUBSTRATESInternal timber (particleboard, plywood, mdf, cork) exception of unbonded timber*. Concrete, renders, screeds. Existing ceramic tiles (where glaze is removed). Fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard, compressed fibre-cement sheet. *with Ardex Optima Primer and contact ARDEX for oil rich timbers

COLOURLight grey

COVERAGE12m2 to 14m2 on walls and 8m2 to 10m2 on floors per 15kg

PACK SIzES15kg bags

Ardex AdheSIveS

Ardex WA100DESCRIPTIONWith superior bond strength Ardex WA100 is specially designed for fixing natural stones, including those sensitive to moisture. Easy to blend with smooth non slump consistency. Capable of withstanding shock and vibration movements. Good chemical resistance suitable for use in swimming pools.


TILE TYPESAll types of natural stone and marble, fully vitrified and ceramic tiles, porcelain, mosaics

SUBSTRATESConcrete, cement renders. Medium density fibre-cement sheet, plasterboard. Existing ceramic and stone tiles. Autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC). Brick and blockwork. Internal timber

COLOUR Creamy white

COVERAGE20L kit 15m2 at 1mm bed thickness.

PACK SIzES10L Part A and 10L Part B pail.

AbAPoxyDESCRIPTIONA 100% solids epoxy adhesive and grout. It is designed for situations requiring strict hygiene standards and high chemical and physical resistance. Available in Fine and Coarse grades it is solvent free and washes up in water

APPLICATIONInternal and External walls and floors, Swimming and hydrotherapy pools Note: Epoxy grouts are prone to chalking when used externally but performance is not affected

TILE TYPESAll ceramic tiles, porcelain, natural stone (Porous and textured tiles may require special application procedures)

JOINT WIDTHCoarse - 3mm to 15mm

Fine - 1.5mm to 15mm

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PACK SIzESMid Size Unit: 4L Part A + 2L Part B + 20kg (fine) or 2x20kg (coarse) Part C. Commercial Unit: 20L Part A + 10L Part B +. 5x20kg (fine) or 7x20kg (coarse) Part C.

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Ardex Se SIlIconeDESCRIPTION An acetoxy curing silicone for applications such as movement joints (between tiles), internal corners and connecting joints between tiled surfaces - such as benchtops, bath edges, cupboards, splashbacks

APPLICATIONInternal and external walls and floors (not suitable for continuous immersion use e.g. swimming pools).

SUBSTRATESBonds to ceramic tiles, glass, enamel, anodized aluminium, granite, porcelain, laminated bench tops and sanitary acrylics. (Not recommended for natural stones)

JOINT WIDTH & DEPTHMax width: 30mm. Max depth: 15mm

COVERAGEApprox. 12 lineal metres per cartridge with a 5 x 5mm joint size

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PACK SIzE310ml cartridge

Ardex e90DESCRIPTION A special synthetic dispersion additive for use in conjunction with ARDEX cement based adhesive, such as ARDEX S16 and ARDEX STS8. Allows direct fixing over existing tiles (in internal dry areas). Provide water repellent mortar. Improves adhesion and imparts flexibility.

APPLICATIONInternal and external walls and floors

SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds, aerated concrete. Heated concrete slabs. Fibre-cement sheet, compressed fibre-cement sheet and plasterboard

COLOURWhite

PACK SIzE3.6 & 20kg pails

Ardex levellerS, PrImerS, SIlIconeS & AddItIveS

Ardex multIPrImeDESCRIPTION ARDEX Multiprime is a water-based primer for improving adhesion of ARDEX products to various porous substrates. ARDEX Multiprime contains no solvents, is quick drying and improves adhesion.


SUBSTRATESConcrete, renders, screeds. Fibre-cement sheet. Marine plywood. Masonary & lightweight concrete blocks. Particleboard

COLOURWhite

COVERAGEApprox 6m2 per litre

PACK SIzE1, 4 & 20L

Ardex lQ92DESCRIPTION A self-smoothing, cement-based polymer modified underlay for levelling uneven concrete floors prior to tiling. Mixed with ARDEX Abalastic liquid it is suitable for use with underfloor heating Not recommended for use under vinyl coverings.

BED THICKNESS10mm down to feather edge. For thicknesses over 10mm and up to 25mm, mix with 2mm – 5mm aggregate

SUBSTRATESConcrete

LOCATIONInternal and external floors (not subject to freeze/thaw)

COLOURSGrey

COVERAGE:20kg unit covers approx 3.8m2 at 3mm; 2.9m2 at 4mm bed thickness

PACK SIzE:20kg

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Ardex FG8DESCRIPTION A smooth, flexible cement based grout with improved colour integrity. ARDEX FG8 is easy to use and contains ARDEX Grout Shield to combat mould growth.

APPLICATIONInternal and external walls and floors (for swimming pools use No.200 White mixed with ARDEX Grout Booster)

TILE TYPES• Ceramic and Porcelain tiles• Terrazzo, Slate and Quarry Tiles• Natural stone (excluding moisture sensitive)• Mosaics

JOINT WIDTHS1mm to 8mm

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PACK SIzE1.5, 5 and 20kg bags

Ardex FS-ddDESCRIPTION Non-sanded cement based, grouting compound specially designed for polished porcelain. Water repellent and dirt resistant for a longer lasting new look it contains ARDEX Grout Shield to combat mould growth. Walkable after 5 hours.




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PACK SIzE1.5, 5 and 20kg bags

GroutS

Ardex dG5DESCRIPTION A smooth, ready to use flexible grout with improved colour integrity. ARDEX DG5 can also be used as a premixed easy to use wall adhesive.

APPLICATIONInternal and external walls and floors as a grout.

Internal walls only as an adhesive.



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PACK SIzE3kg pail

Ardex WA ePoxyDESCRIPTION A solvent free, epoxide resin-based grouting compound and thin bed adhesive, for use where chemical resistance is required. Easy to use with pre-gauged two part packaging.

APPLICATIONFor use in internal and external walls and floors particularly suitable for swimming pools, showers, bathrooms, shops, hospitals and where high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are required.

TILE TYPES• Ceramic and Porcelain tiles• Terrazzo, Slate and Quarry Tiles• Natural stone (excluding moisture sensitive)• Glass


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PACK SIzE4kg pail

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colour chArtS

ARDEX FG8

NOTE: Colours on this page are indicative and limited by the print process.

Highly versatile, flexible coloured grout for tile joints 1 to 8mm wide, exceptionally easy to use.

SHIELDSHIELDGROUT

252 Pewter Blue 229 Buff 288 Macchiato

210 Mocha 249 Light Beige 202 Midnight

216 Sandalwood 248 Walnut 287 Charred Ash

227 Todd River Sand 211 Slate Grey 250 French Vanilla

285 Mudberry 273 Magellan Grey 282 Alabaster

277 Travertine 241 Misty Grey 200 White

280 Havana

ARDEX FS-DDFine tile grout, ideal for narrow joints and polished porcelain.

SHIELDSHIELDGROUT

311 Slate Grey 329 Buff 341 Misty Grey

373 Magellan Grey 377 Travertine 380 Havana

382 Alabaster 387 Charred Ash 390 Ultra White

395 Olive

ARDEX MGUnique Rapidry Formula Technology grout, ideal for grouting moisture sensitive natural stone.

Off White Misty Grey Midnight

Light Beige Slate Grey

ARDEX ABAPOXYA true epoxy – 100% solids epoxy grout for superior chemical, stain and physical resistance. Ideal for strict hygiene areas.

White Silver Grey Sand Beige

Jura Beige Anthracite

ARDEX WAEasy to use epoxy grout for areas with strict hygiene requirements.

Superior chemical and physical resistance.

White Grey Black

ARDEX WJ 50Sanded, cement-based grout for walls and floors. Tile joints 5mm to 15mm.

514 Off White 501 Light Grey 502 Sand Beige

503 Mid Grey 504 Neutral 505 CharcoalARDEX STNeutral cure silicone ideal for non-staining of natural stones and underwater joints.

Ultra White Travetine Misty Grey

Alabaster Slate Grey Charred Ash

Sand Beige Clear

ARDEX SEEasy to apply, acetic silicone for the perfect seal.

Travertine Alabaster Midnight

Slate Grey Todd River Sand Buff

Ultra White Charred Ash Misty Grey

Havana Mudberry Magellan Grey

ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






Ardex FG8

ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






Ardex FS-dd

ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






Ardex dG5

colour chArtS

ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






Ardex WA

Ardex AbAPoxy

ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






ARDEX FG8



SHIELDSHIELDGROUT







280 Havana


SHIELDSHIELDGROUT




395 Olive









White Grey Black






Sand Beige Clear






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ABA Products manufactured by ARDEX Australia Pty Ltd

20 Powers Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Email: [email protected]

Web: www.ardexaustralia.com

ABA Technical Services Toll Free: 1800 300 863

DISCLAIMERThe technical details, recommendations and other information contained in this data sheet are given in good faith and represent the best of our knowledge and experience at the time of printing. It is your responsibility to ensure that our products are used and handled correctly and in accordance with any applicable Australian Standard, our instructions and recommendations and only for the uses they are intended. We also reserve the right to update information without prior notice to you to reflect our ongoing research and development program. Country specific recommendations, depending on local standards, codes of practice, building regulations or industry guidelines, may effect specific installation recommendations. The supply of our products and services is also subject to certain terms, warranties and exclusions, which may havealready been disclosed to you in prior dealings or are otherwise available to you on request. You should make yourself familiar with them.

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