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LOKFIX E RANGE
COMMON USES
>>Fixings to masonry and rock >>General construction
>>Post installation re-bar bonding
>>Wall bracing & column >>Ventilation ducts
jacketing >>Railing and barriers
>>Replacing lost rebar >>Anchors for machinery
>>Anchoring structural steels & cranes
>>Surface crack sealing >>Securing formwork
Visit the Fosroc Lokfix Site for design info, product data,
certification downloads application guides.
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 FIXINGS MADE EASY
WITH LOKFIX E RANGE
Chemical anchors and fastenings offer specific benefits to the designer and user, compared to mechanical fastening.

>>Does not add expansive stress to the concrete >>Waterproof

>>Uniform distribution of load >>Chemical resistance
>>Fixings may be closer to edges >>Fits varied fixing/rebar sizes
>>Fixings may be closer together >>Prevents corrosion of embedded fixing
>>Adjustable >>Dry, damp & wet substrates
Fosroc Lokfix resins have been holding fixings for decades. Lokfix E range brings with it an new wave of fixing opportunities to
the market. Combining the industry trusted brand with a clean and easy approach to application. Lokfix E has been tested to
the European Standards and comes with accreditation and a new wave of design support to ensure that the correct product
is in use every time. Now there are two NEW Lokfix E products in the range; Lokfix E77 a high performance epoxy with a design
life of up to 100 years and Lokfix E45T, a vinylester resin for use in hot climates.

LOKFIX E

EASY DESIGN EASY SPECIFY EASY MIX EASY APPLY EASY ON THE
Lokfix E products Let the cartridge Use a standard PLANET
Fosroc’s bespoke
software will guide have industry system do the cartridge gun for Fosroc E range
you right through leading accreditation mixing for you. - No most applications contains no styrenes
the design process and design life of 50 more mess! and cartridges can
to 100 years be re-used

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 LOKFIX
E77

Pure Epoxy Resin LOKFIX

BPA Free E55
LOKFIX
Ideal for Heavy to very heavy
weight fixings into cracked and E45
un-cracked concrete, and post-
installation of reinforcement.
100 year design life. Vinylester Resin
Styrene Free
LOKFIX
Ideal for Medium to heavy E35
weight fixings into cracked and
un-cracked concrete, and post-
installation of reinforcement
Polyester Resin
LOKFIX E Styrene Free

RANGE Ideal for Light to Medium

weight fixings into un-
cracked concrete and
Fosroc’s Lokfix E range has a fixings in masonry
variety of products so you can
select a Lokfix to meet your
application needs.

The Lokfix E range has varying grades to suit the working temperature. This ensures that their
performance in application is optimised. Having the correct grade means easier extrusion of the
material, manageable working time and fast setting time.

-10oC 0oC 10oC 20oC 30oC 40oC

Tropical Temperature
LOKFIX E35T & E45T
Standard Temperature
LOKFIX E55S & E35S
Low Temperature
LOKFIX E55L & E35L

Optimal substrate and cartridge temperatures. See TDS for specific information

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 DESIGNING &
SPECIFYING
Lokfix E range has been created with the aim
of meeting the needs of the designer and user.
Fosroc has provided a wide range of supporting
information to assist our clients to rapidly
engineer the right solution.

Software Design software is available and free to

download. This enables engineers to rapidly
Download
check common calculations in accordance with
the regulations.

Lokfix E materials are rigorously tested and

validated to the most up-to-date European EAD
standards (superseding ETAG accreditations).
This means they require less site testing and
customers can be assured of the highest quality.

Quick consumption guides and product

selection tools are provided.

All of this can be viewed and downloaded on

www.lokfix .com

Understanding the basic properties of each material is important when selecting the correct product. The comparison chart
gives designers a quick and easy overview.

Lokfix E77 Lokfix E75 Lokfix E55 Lokfix E45T Lokfix E35
Pure Epoxy 3:1 Pure Epoxy Styrene free Vinylester Styrene free Vinylester Styrene free polyester
cartridge 3:1 cartridge resin anchor resin anchor resin anchor

Fixings into solid & hollow masonry - -

Threaded rod into solid concrete

Threaded rod into cracked concrete -

Rebar into solid concrete -

Post installation of reinforcement -

Fire testing F120 F120 F120 - -

Seismic testing C1 & C2 C1 & C2 C1 C1 & C2 -

VOC Class A+ A+ A+ A+ A+

Use with skeleton gun - -

Design software assistance -

Max design life 100 years 50 years 50 years 50 years 50 years

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 LOKFIX E77
Pure Epoxy 3:1 twin shaft cartridge
Lokfix E77 is Fosroc’s solution for large and heavy duty
anchoring into cracked and un-cracked concrete. It is also
suitable for anchoring heavy duty rebar. It has industry
leading strength and low partial safety factors with a design
life tested up to 100 years. Applied with 3:1 application gun,
it may be used in dry, damp and flooded conditions. Comes
with industry leading accreditation and design software.

FEATURES
Design with 50 or 100 year life*

Low partial safety factors

Longer working times for complex applications

C1 & C2 seismic resistance*

Does not apply expansive force to the substrate

Fixings can be spaced closer together than mechanical

anchors
Enables fixings closer to edges than mechanical
anchors

Tested with diamond drilled bore holes*

Temporary service temperature tested to 72°C*

Fire rated up to 2 hours*

Accredited for use in dry, damp and flooded concrete*

Can be used with cracked and un-cracked concrete

Available with design software

COMMON APPLICATIONS
Anchoring heavy duty fixings such as pipework,
suspended walkways, crane rails etc
Fixing of structural steelwork to concrete
Fixing of post installed reinforcement ,starter bars,
tension anchors and shear connectors
Column jacketing and RC wall strengthening

Replacing lost or damaged reinforcement

Civils fixings such as bridge joints and crash barriers

Rock Anchoring
Software
Download For horizontal, vertical and overhead application

* Always consult technical information for specific details

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 LOKFIX E55
Vinyl-ester– Styrene Free, two comp.
resin in a single shaft cartridge
Lokfix E55 is Fosroc’s all round fixing solution. It can anchor
medium to heavy duty fixings into cracked and un-cracked
concrete, masonry, hollow block and fix reinforcement. Low
temperature grade is available. Comes with industry leading
accreditation and design software.
FEATURES
Fast return to service

May be used with a good quality skeleton gun (300ml)

C1 seismic resistance*

Does not apply expansive force to the substrate

Fixings can be spaced closer together and closer to
edges than mechanical anchors
Available in standard temperature grade (S) and low
temperature grade (L)
Resistant to a variety of chemicals

Can be used with cracked and un-cracked concrete

Fire rated up to 2 hours*

Temporary service temperature tested to 120oC*

Tested for use with potable water (E55S only)*

Accredited for use in dry, damp and flooded concrete*

Available with design software

COMMON APPLICATIONS
Anchoring medium and some heary duty fixings such
as ducting and pipework etc
Can be used for fixing into solid and hollow masonry

Accredited for fixing of post installed reinforcement,

tension anchors and starter bars (only for Lokfix E55S)
Column jacketing and RC wall strengthening

Anchoring of internal threaded rod sleeves

Replacing lost or damaged reinforcement

Fixing structural/non-structural steelwork to concrete

Software
Download Fixing timbers to concrete and mansory

* Always consult technical information for specific details For horizontal, vertical and overhead application

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 LOKFIX E45T
Vinyl-ester– Styrene Free two comp.
resin in a single shaft cartridge.
E45T has extended working times for application in tropical
climates. Used for medium duty anchoring into cracked and
un-cracked concrete and post installation of reinforcement.
Also used in stone and masonry. Comes with industry leading
accreditation and design software.

FEATURES
Extended working time - ideal for use in temps. >30°C

May be used with a good quality skeleton gun (300ml) size)

C1 & C2 seismic resistance*

Does not apply expansive force to the substrate

Fixings can be spaced closer together than mechanical
anchors

Enables fixings closer to edges than mechanical anchors

Resistant to a variety of chemicals

Can be used with cracked and un-cracked concrete

Temporary service temperature tested to 80oC*

Accredited for use in dry, damp and flooded concrete*

Available with design software

COMMON APPLICATIONS
Anchoring medium duty fixings such as ducting and
pipework etc
Can be used for fixing into solid and hollow masonry

Accredited for fixing of post installed reinforcement,

tension anchors and starter bars
Column jacketing and RC wall strengthening

Replacing lost or damaged reinforcement

Fixing structural/non-structural steelwork to concrete

Fixing timbers to concrete and masonry

Software
Download For horizontal, vertical and overhead application

* Always consult technical information for specific details

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 LOKFIX E35
Polyester Styrene Free, two comp.
resin in a single shaft cartridge
Lokfix E35 is Fosroc’s solution for light to medium anchoring
fixings into un-cracked concrete, solid and hollow masonry
substrates.

FEATURES
Fast return to service

May be used with a good quality skeleton gun (300ml)

Reliable and economic solution for lightweight work

Fixings can be spaced closer together than mechanical
anchors
Enables fixings closer to edges than mechanical
anchors
Resistant to a variety of chemicals

Accredited for use in dry, damp and flooded concrete*

Does not apply expansive force to the substrate

Waterproof, protecting the fixing from corrosion

Temporary service temperature tested to 80oC*

Re-usable by replacing cap and using new nozzle

Performs over a wide variety of temperatures

Standard (S) tropical (T) and low (L) temperature

grades available

COMMON APPLICATIONS
Anchoring lightweight fixings such as cable trays,
ducting and handrails etc

Domestic and commercial fit-out

Fixing timbers to concrete and masonry

Securing formwork

Can be used for fixing into solid and hollow masonry

* Always consult technical information for specific details
Fixing masonry supports
Surface crack sealing prior to injection

For horizontal, vertical and overhead application.

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LOKFIX E APPLICATION GUIDE
The Application of Lokfix E products is relatively simple but should be undertaken carefully and in close accordance with
the designers instructions. Incorrect preparation or application can lead to failure. The following is a brief overview to the
application process for dry concrete. For full details consult the application method statement specific to the material you
have selected and the substrate into which you need to fix.

01 x4 02 x4 03
CREATE THE HOLE AIR CLEAN BRUSH CLEAN
Select the appropriate fixing type Using a blow out pump or an oil free Select the correct brush for the
and determine the correct depth and compressed air lance, blow out debris application ensuring the bristles
diameter, using the respective Lokfix from the hole four times. exceed the hole diameter and the
E TDS, create the hole using a rotary If the hole is wet, use air to dry it. Pay brush can reach the bottom of the hole
percussion or hammer drill. If you attention to changes in setting and (use handle extensions if necessary).
strike reinforcement, stop and consult curing times. Brush out debris four times.
the design engineer.

x4 04 05 06
AIR CLEAN PREPARING THE CARTRIDGE PRE-MIX
Blow out debris four more times. Unscrew the plastic cap (may be The initial extrusions of resin are NOT
If there is visible dust at the end of this retained if you wish to re-use the suitable for use and must be discarded.
process, repeat air and brush cleaning cartridge). Using a retractable knife Extrude resin from the nozzle until a
until it is gone. Ensure there is no oil, cut the plastic sack beneath the metal consistent colour is achieved. Colour
grease or dust contamination in the clip and discard. Screw the static mixer may be compared to mixed colour
hole. onto the cartridge. Place the cartridge patch on cartridge label. Discard
in the application gun. For Lokfix E77 unmixed resin in accordance with local
a dual cartridge application gun is regulations.
required.

07 08 09
RESIN APPLICATION FIXING APPLICATION LOADING
Insert the nozzle to the back of the Insert the fixing into the hole using Do not touch or adjust or load the
hole and apply Lokfix. Draw the a twisting motion, setting the fixing fixing during the curing period.
cartridge slowly back out of the hole in the centre of the hole. Some resin Pay close attention to application
until it is ¾ full. For wide, deep or should extrude from the hole, this temperatures and time. Wet Areas
overhead holes the use of extension should be removed immediately. will take longer to cure. Consult the
tubing and resin stoppers are vital to Pay close attention to application respective TDS. Once set has been
eliminate the occurrence of voids. temperatures and time to ensure this achieved the fixing may be loaded.
is done within the setting period. Take care not to over-tighten nuts.

Visit www.lokfix.com for design information, safety data, curing times, technical data and further application details
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Important Note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to
its standard terms and conditions of sale, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc
endeavours to ensure that any advice, recommendation, specification or information it may give is
accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or how its
products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products,
whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it. constructive solutions