Please note: it is important to check that any alternative product is suitable for your requirements, as our suggestion is given in good faith but without warranty. If you are in any doubt please first contact our technical team on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected] where we will be happy to discuss your project.
Ennis-Flint Flexiline Thermoplastic Letters & Numbers are the perfect solution to permanently marking car parks, roads, cycleways, airports, docks and playgrounds etc. Quick and easy to apply, Ennis-Flint Flexiline Thermoplastic Letters & Numbers provide all your requirements, for hard wearing, quick and easily applied surface marking solutions at any time of the year. With the performance of hot applied thermoplastic, these markings will last for years!
Ennis-Flint Flexiline Thermoplastic Letters & Numbers provide exceptionally clean cut, crisp markings that can be trafficked within minutes of application. It is one of the fastest ways to permanently reinstate road markings, or produce new markings, providing excellent cost effectiveness. Ennis-Flint Flexiline Thermoplastic Letters & Numbers requires just one person and a gas torch to apply.
Features & Benefits
Provides excellent cost effectiveness with ease of use and long-term performance
Available as specialised logos and corporate images
Material can be specially formulated for hot or cold climates
Lay on asphalt or concrete
Permanent, durable marking
Wide range of markings available
Fast, permanent application with a propane heat torch requiring only one operative
Reflective glass beads can be applied during heating to provide initial retroreflectivity
Uses
Road marking reinstatement
Airports
Docks
Car parks
Corporate logos
Footpaths / cycleways
Playgrounds
Application
First-time applicators should contact Ennis-Flint for product support and on-site training - contact our technical team on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected]
General Requirements
Equipment
Flint 2000 EX®, or equivalent propane fuelled torch with pressure regulator
Powered Blower or Broom
Primer (if required)
Paint roller (for primer applications only)
Utility Knife or Metal Spatula
Adequate Supply of Propane
Water sprayer (optional)
Recommended drop-on material (if needed)
Storage
When storing or transporting the preformed road markings, it is essential to ensure the following:
All markings must be carefully stacked upright and with no heavy objects placed on top
Store at temperatures above 5°C and keep dry
Markings must be handled with care and must not be dropped
Temperature
Flexiline® is less flexible in cold weather and we recommend:
Special care is taken when handling at temperatures below 12°c
Always pre-warm markings before removing from the packages
Correct handling procedure and pre-warming will allow Flexiline® to remain flexible and will prevent cracking when unrolling the lines
Do not drop and handle with due care
Store in a warm place before handling
Rough handling will lead to material damage
Correct handling procedure and pre-warming will allow Flexiline® to remain flexible and will prevent cracking when being rolled out
Surface
For application on various surfaces, note the following information:
Flexiline® can be laid on existing thermoplastic markings provided all loose material and dust have been removed. Do not install Flexiline® on top of existing paint or tape markings
Flexiline® is not suitable for use on block paving as there is a strong likelihood of failure/ cracking at the block interfaces
Flexiline® should not be used on wooden or metal substrates
We do not advise application of Flexiline® onto new asphalt until the surface has settled for at least 6-8 weeks.
Instructions For Application
Position warning signs and cones if necessary and ensure all vehicles are removed from the working area.
The surface of the road must be dry, clean and in good condition. If in doubt always apply a test patch. If there is any water, sweep this away from the application area.
When laying on concrete, old bitumen, polished asphalt and previously dirty surfaces that have been thoroughly swept a suitable primer must be used. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when applying the primer.
Set the correct gas pressure on the regulator, ignite and turn torch valve to adjust the flame.
Dry the surface thoroughly.
Place the marking(s) into position with the protective plastic film uppermost and ensure the edges are butt jointed correctly and in alignment. Remove the backing film.
Position the nozzle of the blowtorch approximately 150mm above the centre of the marking at one end. With a side to side motion, heat the material gently until molten and it begins to bubble slightly and flow into the surface. After bonding check to ensure that the marking has fully bonded to the surface using a metal spatula or knife to try and lift the edges.
Care must be taken with the speed of melting. Gentle controlled heating to avoid burning or excessive bubbling. Do not lower the torch below the specified heating distance.
Repeat the procedure for the rest of the markings until the installation is complete.
If the marking is multi-layered, apply the base layer first and allow to cool. Positioning the second layer and repeating the fixing process.
For initial retro-reflectivity, apply drop-on glass beads once the line has fully bonded to the surface and the marking is still molten.
Allow the material to cool before removing cones. If fast cooling is required, water may be sprayed over the marking(s).
NOTES:
Where the condition of the surface is in doubt we suggest that the test patch is carried out before completing the rest of the work.
Slight discolouration may take place during heating and this is quite normal. The colour will return to normal when cooled.
Any overheating that causes browning will disappear shortly after being trafficked.
All butt joints should be fused together during bonding.
Incorrect bonding will ultimately result in the marking breaking up.
This product has a shelf life of 12 months from the date of manufacture if stored in accordance with above instructions.
Customer agrees that before placing an Order, Customer has read and understood the most up to date Product Data Sheet for the Product. Where we have access to the Product Data Sheet from the manufacturer, we will either provide a copy on request, or include a link to the Product Data Sheet available on the manufacturer’s website. Customer further agrees that we have no liability for any errors or omissions contained within the Product Data Sheets. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions of Sale.
I need to order 300mm thermoplastic numbers for bay marking and get them by Friday this week. How do I order multiples and can you get them here by Friday morning to Portsmouth?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Add the quantity of Letters/Numbers you would like in total to your basket and tell us what you'd like these to be in the comments box after entering your billing/delivery address during the checkout process. Alternatively you can call our Sales Team to place your order for the same prices on 0113 2455450.
Delivery/Availability
3 - 5 Working Days - £5.00 + VAT (FREE on orders over £75.00 + VAT)
Ennis-Flint Flexiline Thermoplastic Letters & Numbers is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.
Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.
Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.
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