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Epoxy Coatings vs. Polyurethane Coatings: Which One Should you Choose?
Owners at Industrial Facilities often come to us wondering what type of coating system (epoxy vs polyurethante) is needed to protect their assets. Whether it is protecting steel or concrete surfaces exposed to chemicals or concrete that needs a coating or damaged concrete that needs to be repaired, we are often asked to come up
New CT-332 Fast Cure Clear Floor Coating
We often get asked “How quick can I walk on this floor?” Most of our coatings were designed for foot traffic in 16-24 hours. Now, that has changed. Gulf Coast Paint has launched a new Fast Dry, Polyester Polyurethane Floor Coating. Our CT-332 Fast Cure is a fast curing clear top coat for decorative floors,
Can’t abrasive blast your rusty carbon steel? Then you need a Moisture Cured Urethane!
What is a Moisture Cured Urethane? A Moisture Cured Urethane is, as the name implies, a coating that cures in the presence of moisture on a surface or moisture in the air. It is a one component, high performing coating that has excellent adhesion to marginally prepared surfaces. MCU’s are designed to cure in cold
4 Key Considerations When Choosing an Internal Tank Lining
Choosing the proper coating system for an internal tank lining requires careful selection where a number of factors must be weighed. When installing a lining system, no shortcuts should be taken, and every step of the process should be carried out properly. These steps include choosing the proper lining, surface preparation, work schedule, inspection &
CASE STUDY: PAPER MILL EPOXY FLOOR COATING SYSTEM
Primer: PC-1703 100% Solids Epoxy Gray Primer Topcoat: PC-1850 100% Solids Epoxy Light Gray Finish Coat Completion Date: 2017 Industry: Pulp & Paper Mill – Turbine Floor & Control Rooms Project Background: A pulp and paper mill in Alabama was looking for a high end floor coating system with no odor that could handle heavy
Project Profile: Xpress Lube in Elizabeth City, NC looking for a High-Performance Floor Coating System
Floor Coating System Primer: CM-15 Epoxy Mastic Light Gray Intermediate: CM-15 Epoxy Mastic Safety Red Topcoat: CT-332 Chemical Resistant Polyester Polyurethane Clear Location: Elizabeth City, NC Completion Date: 2016 Company: Xpress Lube in Elizabeth City, NC Project Background: The concrete in auto lube facilities must be able to withstand vehicle traffic, chemicals, oils, gas, etc.
Coatings for Cold Weather Applications
With the cold weather just around the corner, many facility owners, engineers, and others often ask if their coating project needs to be pushed back to the spring. Thankfully, there’s a variety of options to help allow your coating project to continue throughout out winter. Here’s some tips and recommendations for applying industrial coating during
Why should you Coat Concrete Floors?
Protection from Wear & Tear: Coated Concrete gives your floor a longer life expectancy. Heavy Vehicular traffic, such as forklifts, can take a major toll on uncoated concrete. High Performing two component Floor Coatings will protect your concrete and allow it to last many years without needing a lot of repair work. Resistant to Chemical
Different Types of Non-Skid / Anti-Slip Floor Coatings
At Industrial Facilities all over the world, safety is a top priority for business owners. When choosing a floor coating for your facility, it may be necessary to use an anti-slip additive, a ready mix epoxy non-skid, or a seed-in floor system. Prior to coating a floor, a floor coating contractor should consult with the
