Emulsinator 5 Gal Bag in Box
Emulsinator® – 5 Gal. Bag in Box by Betco is an aggressive, no-rinse floor finish stripper designed to quickly emulsify and remove multiple layers of conventional floor finish. Its powerful formulation is particularly useful when floors have heavy finish buildup or difficult-to-strip coatings.
The 5-gallon Bag-in-Box configuration is Item #151B5-00. The concentrated formula is designed to reduce stripping time and labor while minimizing the need for neutralization or flood rinsing.
Key Features
- Aggressive no-rinse floor stripper
- Concentrated 1:10 formulation
- Quickly emulsifies conventional floor finishes
- Removes multiple layers of old floor finish
- Powerful stripping action
- Low foaming
- No alkaline residue when used as directed
- Sassafras fragrance
- Designed for resilient tile and compatible hard surfaces
- Helps reduce stripping labor and time
Recommended Applications
- VCT and resilient tile
- Hard-surface floors
- Commercial buildings
- Schools and universities
- Healthcare facilities
- Retail stores
- Offices
- Hotels and hospitality facilities
- Institutional floor-maintenance programs
Betco recommends Emulsinator for removing water-based acrylic floor finishes from resilient tile and hard surfaces. It should not be used for stripping linoleum or sheet-vinyl floors.
Benefits
- Quickly cuts through heavy finish buildup
- Reduces mechanical stripping effort
- Helps prepare floors for recoating
- Low foam simplifies recovery
- No alkaline residue reduces post-stripping cleanup
- Large Bag-in-Box format is economical for high-volume floor-care operations
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Floor Finish Stripper |
| Brand | Betco |
| Product Name | Emulsinator® |
| Item Number | 151B5-00 |
| Package | 5 Gal. Bag in Box |
| Formula | Concentrate |
| Recommended Concentration | 1:10 |
| Color | Clear / Slight Amber |
| Fragrance | Sassafras |
| pH | 13.5–14.0 |
| pH @ 10% Solution | 12.5–13.0 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.02 |
| Flash Point | None |
| Residue on Evaporation | None |
| Foaming | Low |
| Primary Function | Floor Finish & Wax Removal |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
These technical specifications and the 151B5-00 packaging are listed in Betco's current product documentation.
Dilution & Directions
For normal stripping, dilute 13 oz. per gallon of water (1:10).
For heavy stripping, dilute 25 oz. per gallon of water (1:5). Apply the solution liberally to the floor and maintain a wet surface for at least 5 minutes. Agitate with a low-speed rotary machine, automatic scrubber, or stripping machine, then recover the solution.
When used as directed, no flood rinsing or neutralization is necessary if the floor is free of dust and residue before recoating. Allow the floor to dry completely before applying new finish or sealer.
Important Surface Information
Always pre-test a small, inconspicuous area before full application. Betco warns that color bleeding or discoloration may occur on linoleum, rubber tile, or asphalt tile, and the product is not recommended for linoleum or sheet-vinyl floors.
Because Emulsinator is a high-pH floor stripper, use appropriate protective equipment and follow the current product label and SDS during handling.
Why Choose Emulsinator® 5 Gal. Bag in Box?
Emulsinator® is designed for demanding floor-restoration projects where multiple layers of finish need to be removed efficiently. Its aggressive chemistry, low-foaming performance, and no-rinse design help reduce labor and simplify the transition from old floor finish to a new coating.
The 5-gallon Bag-in-Box format makes it especially suitable for commercial janitorial teams, schools, healthcare facilities, retail properties, offices, and other high-volume floor-care operations.
