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ArmorThane Offers A Wide Variety Of Polyurea Applications

by Teresa Wallace
written by Teresa Wallace
Polyurea coating technology is an improved system over conventional methods used in waterproofing and protective coating application. Its outstanding properties allow for quick, complete work and quick back-to-normal service, making it suitable for various applications, particularly in highly challenging conditions.

Polyurea’s invention was first introduced in the 80s and has become extremely popular in the present. It is a hot-spray applied membrane based on the reaction between an isocyanate component and amino – or amino-polyol in instances of pure or hybrid polyurea and amino-polyol resin. The isocyanate may be of aromatic or an aliphatic composition. The reaction of the two components occurs under high pressure and temperatures. The reaction is quick and can be completed in just a few seconds, needing specific mixing equipment and application equipment to be employed by a specially trained application team.

What are the benefits of polyurea coatings?

With the latest developments occurring in the building industry, the usage of polyurea has been growing rapidly in the last few years. The main reason why polyurea coatings are growing in popularity is their vast range of positive characteristics. The product’s mechanical, physical and chemical properties make it suitable for specialized applications and demanding construction needs, such as reducing the project’s completion time while maximizing efficiency and making use of the use of low VOC materials. ArmorThane has developed a selection of polyurea membranes that are 100 100% pure and hybrid that can meet every possible requirement for your project. The main advantages that we offer with ISOMAT’s polyurea coatings could be described in the following manner:

Ultra-FAST CURING

Return-to-service is much faster than conventional coatings. The gel time can be achieved in just a few seconds, which means that you can walk around within a couple of minutes and use it for the building in just one day, drastically cutting the amount of downtime. For clarity, we can only say that ArmorThane ArmorLiner hybrid polyurea provides an impressive speedy gel time of 15 seconds, and ArmorThane 510H pure polyurea offers a stunningly rapid gel time of just 5 seconds! In addition, quick curing is what makes polyurea perfect for surfaces that are curved or vertical. The most intricate architectural structures and other details can be coated with almost any thickness without sagging. ArmorThane’s 510H is excellent corrosion-resistant material; with superior skid resistance, a harder version, and more abrasion-resistant past blends. It also has lower sensitivity to moisture for spraying in environments that don’t allow other elastomeric coatings options often used as coatings for primary containment, wastewater, and sanitation systems

EXTRAORDINARY CHEMICAL RESISTANCE AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

After being completely cured, polyurea turns into a unidirectional, seamless membrane that has high resistance even to high mechanical and chemical loads. Additionally, the membranes are vapor permeable, which prevents the accumulation of moisture. Polyurea has remarkable chemical and mechanical properties, such as elongation tensile strength, tear strength, abrasion resistance, and crack-bridging capabilities. ArmorThane ArmorLiner has impressive levels of all of the mentioned technical attributes and is an excellent choice for a protective flooring coating.

Advanced Waterproofing Properties

One of the main application areas is the waterproofing of bridges, roofs, terraces, tunnels, tanks, swimming pools, and so on. Polyurea is a superior waterproofing and marvelous material for mechanical strength and chemical resistance as the most important criteria for various projects. ArmorThane PUA 1360 is a blend of extremely elastic, remarkable tensile strength, crack bridging ability, and outstanding waterproofing properties, making it the best choice.

EASY TO APPLICATION AND EFFECTIVE ADHESION

Our polyureas can be swiftly applied using a specially designed two-component, high pressure and high-temperature spray machine to a range of substrates (concrete or wood, metals, and so on.) even at extreme temperatures and high humidity. Since polyurea can be hydrology stable, the relative humidity or residual moisture does not affect adhesion or coating performance. Fiber reinforcement is not necessary in detailed applications.

LONG LIFE OF WORK

Because of its thermal stability to temperature fluctuations, weather fluctuations do not significantly affect coating properties or properties. In the end, the polyurea surface is simple to clean and, due to its chemical resistance, can endure the most rigorous cleaning procedures within industrial processes. With its high resistance to aging and abrasion, ArmorThane polyureas can be an ideal solution for every project.

ENVIRONMENT

Polyurea is solvent free and consists of a 100% solids formula free of VOCs. The reduction of chemicals and VOC emissions is vital to the development of environmentally-friendly systems. Currently, laws on green buildings call for the use of low VOC products. Our polyurea products comply with all of the mentioned requirements and can be utilized in projects aiming toward such certifications.

What are the possible fields of application?

Polyurea is utilized in a multitude of types of waterproofing as well as protection applications, particularly those that require the highest mechanical or chemical resistance and speedy finalization of the work and quick return-to-service is a major consideration, e.g., residential, industrial, or infrastructure-related projects as well as wastewater treatment facilities tanks for water, the automobile industry as well as ballistic industry.

To put it more precisely, polyurea can waterproof bridges, tunnels, roofs, parking garages, terraces, aquariums, swimming pools and tanks for water, biological wastewater treatment tanks, pipelines, foundations, and many more. Our range of products includes ArmorThane 510H and ArmorThane HardCoat; hybrid and pure polyureas are most suitable for waterproofing coatings. However, ArmorThane ArmorLiner is a good choice due to its outstanding chemical and physical resistance it is the perfect protective coating for industrial floors and fuel containers, trucks, bars and kitchens, and agriculture and food processing facilities.

What’s interesting is polyurea’s capacity to absorb energy. Research has proven that polyurea coatings can enhance the wall’s resistance against shock waves following an explosion. The majority of injuries caused by fragments released by an explosion can be prevented by polyurea coatings that act as a secondary loading structure. Most important is the bonding of the coating to the wall so as not to break off from the blast.

When it comes to ultraviolet radiation, it is important to be aware that most polyurea membranes are aromatic; therefore, they should not be open to ultraviolet radiation. In these situations, the UV-stable protective coating like ArmorThane TopCoat is highly recommended as the last layer.

Is polyurea the most cost-effective solution for your projects?

Making the decision to purchase the polyurea coating can be a form of investment that will pay off in the future and a one-time expense. Polyurea’s costs for supply should not be compared with other waterproofing coatings since none can be compared with polyurea because no coating can match polyurea’s mechanical and physical-chemical properties. Its durability, long service duration, low maintenance costs, and outstanding capabilities don’t just offset the initial price but also elevate polyurea in comparison to other waterproofing and protective coatings. Additionally, polyurea prevails over synthetic membranes (PVC TPO and EPDM) because it provides the same powerful properties at a less expensive cost with no seams or joints. In any event, it is possible to go for a hybrid polyurea such as ArmorLiner, a cost-effective option that offers the remarkable above-described properties at an affordable price.

In light of the above reasons, ArmorThane has developed a selection of polyurea membranes that are 100 100% pure and hybrid that can provide you with the best solution for your project. Learn more about our high-performance polyurea Coating and Waterproofing Systems Technical data and the fields of applications and instructions for use at www.ArmorThane.com.

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DO I NEED TO BE RETRAINED GOING FROM POLYUREA TO SPRAY FOAM SPRAYING?

by Teresa Wallace
written by Teresa Wallace

One of the main questions I get asked by PU Foam applicators looking to start spraying Polyurea coatings is, “why do I have to go to training?” Understandably they have had experience as multiple component chemical applicators, so why do you insist that they attend our training course?

The process of applying PU foam is quite different than applying Polyurea. In this article, I’ll go over some key distinctions and then attempt to explain why a factory with APPLICATION EXPERIENCE (as opposed to only manufacturing knowledge) is crucial before diving into the application of Polyurea Technology membranes.

Spray Equipment

A variety of component spray machines available can be used to spray PU foam systems. Still, they cannot spray the usual polyurea technologies coating and provide the physical performance specified by the company’s TDS. Many of the plural component spray systems on the market are suitable for spraying both PU Foam systems and Polyurea systems; however, it is NOT true that ALL plural component spray systems can spray polyurea systems properly.

PU foam Systems are simpler and more “user-friendly” spraying than polyurea systems. They come with greater tolerance for ratio accuracy, temperature settings, and spray pressures than you don’t have in spraying Polyurea.

You will get a foam product if you apply PU foam roughly on the ratio. A closer examination of the foam will show that due to its being off ratio, the foam has not expanded as much as it should have increased the foam density over what the manufacturer’s TDS indicates.

When you use PU foam “roughly” according to the ratio, you will end up with a foam product. Close analysis of the foam will reveal that because it is “off ratio,” the foam isn’t expanding in the way it could have. This has led to an increase in foam density. It is not what the manufacturer’s TDS suggests.

It is possible to create a “foam material” that “looks like a fine” by using a variety of spray temperature and pressure settings for spraying PU Foam. It is possible to create a foam product that is in line with the manufacturer’s density and temperature data in their TDS; however, it is no different for the customer who does not send samples to analyze and test. It’s like foam; therefore, it should be fine.

However, this isn’t the scenario in spraying polyurea technology coatings. Polyurea is more prone to spraying off ratio, equipment pressure setting, as well as the heating process of the material in comparison to PU foams. Suppose you spray Polyurea without having the right material viscosity (via heat) and don’t spray at sufficient pressure to produce an effective impingement mixture. In that case, you will fail to create a high-quality polyurea coating.

I’ve seen numerous multi-component spray machines that leak seals for the pump and gun parts and heating units that don’t perform as expected, or machines without hose heaters, which are employed daily to spray PU foams. But when these machines are required to spray Polyurea, they cannot perform the task.

What you can “get away” with spraying PU Foam isn’t possible to do in spraying Polyurea. This alone often causes the mind to shift significantly for spray applicators that spray PU foam. For Polyurea, “close enough is not enough.”

What temperature do I need to place my spray equipment in? Do I need to heat your material drums? How much pressure can I put my machine under? What minimum pressure should I use for polyurea” Can I work with the static pressure or spray pressure setting? What’s the difference?

These are just a few issues we assist new polyurea sprayers in answering and comprehending when they participate in our training classes.

Mixing module / Size of spray tip

With the greater tolerances provided by PU foam and the more tolerant tolerances of PU foam, it is typical that PU foam sprayers to select the most powerful mixing unit for their spray gun. This is fine for spraying massive quantities of PU Foam; however, it is often an issue when spraying a two-millimeter DFT polyurea membrane.

Spray applicators spraying PU Foam through, say, a Graco Fusion gun fitted with a 4242 round mixing module will experience something very different when they try and spray Polyurea through the same setup……………and usually that experience is not pretty……and it’s normally expensive!

As opposed to spraying PU Foam selecting the appropriate mixing modules or spray tips are more essential in spraying Polyurea. This is even more crucial when a particular skid-resistant or more appealing surface finish is desired, like using pick-up trucks, bedliners, boat fenders, etc.

In cold regions, the dimensions of the mixing module could impact the spray machine’s capability to generate and maintain proper chemical temperatures. Polyurea is contained in the heating system for a prolonged time. The more material is pumped through the machine in a minute, the shorter time it takes for the chemical to be within the heating blocks. Creating and maintaining the right chemical temperature is essential in spraying polyurea-based membranes.

What size mixing module do I need to use when spraying Polyurea, and what applications? What is the best time and reason to utilize the spray tip with a fan spray tip? What should I look to ensure I am spraying in extremely cold locations? What should I do if I cannot generate and maintain enough heat within the polyurea chemical device? These and other questions can be answered and explained in our courses for training.

Substrate prep

Substrate preparation is the most significant distinction between PU Foam and Polyurea membranes. In simple terms, there’s minimal substrate preparation needed when using PU Foams, and there are a lot of needs when creating a substrate for the 2mm DFT polyurea membrane.

The significance of substrate preparation before applying Polyurea cannot be understated, and if you fail to comprehend these guidelines, you’ll be prone to many failures.

Each substrate that you apply Polyurea to needs significant preparation. And there isn’t a substrate that I am aware of that requires “cleaned,” like when you apply PU Foams.

Using PU Foam, cracks in the substrate cannot be sprayed over as you would. There’s a specific procedure to follow before spraying on expansion joints. Stopping the lining around edges and fixtures demands different methods and procedures compared to the PU Foam process.

What are the requirements for you to use Polyurea to a concrete substrate, an iron substrate, or maybe to GRP or the timber board that has been compressed? What are the best preparation options? Do I require priming, and which primer should I choose? Should I apply the same primer to each substrate? How can I deal with cracks in the substrate, and what should I do with expansion joints?

These questions and others are addressed and clarified in our training classes.

The purpose of this article is to briefly show that just because you own multiple components of spray equipment and are spraying PU Foam doesn’t necessarily mean you will be able to begin spraying Polyurea membranes successfully. Preparation of the substrate, output requirements, machine setup, and spraying techniques are all crucial considerations in spraying polyurea membranes.

Of course, if you have a well-maintained plural component spray rig with sufficient pressure and heating options, you’re already halfway there. Still, investing in your business and understanding how to use Polyurea properly is vital since it is not as straightforward as spraying PU foam.

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The Best Tools For Prepping Steel Surfaces

by Bedliner Review
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As any coatings contractor will tell you, there’s more to the job than just choosing the right coating. It would help if you also had surface preparation, testing, and application equipment that functions properly no matter the task.

One such product is the Power Gun H20 from Clemco.

This lightweight, compact wet-blast tool is ideal for smallscale and touch-up jobs on elevated worksites, hard-to-reach areas, and aboard ships. Operators can quickly switch between wet and dry blast modes, as well as washdown and air blowoff, and the tool itself gives nearly the power of a small pressure blast system.

The new Schmidt brand Trigger G2 Deadman from Axxiom Manufacturing Inc. can switch sides on the fittings, making it an ambidextrous tool used by either right or left-handed users. According to the company, the equipment is perfectly suited for blasting applications using smaller nozzles while providing exceptional ease and comfort. Another notable product feature is a modular design that enables users to switch easily between pneumatic and electric modes. There’s also the G2/G2E Deadman, whose design is based on real-world abrasive air blast applications. Another new product from Axxiom is the MiniBRS system, a compact and maneuverable abrasive blaster versatile enough to contain and vacuum contaminants and dust. The new blast/vacuum head features a 40 percent

larger blast pattern, a comfortable trigger-style deadman control, and the ability to blast high-temperature surfaces using an optional adapter/brush. The trigger-style design of the MiniBRS allows operators to use the grip hand to control blasting, leaving the other hand free to be on the blast head and push the G2 safety button. This ergonomic improvement provides a more secure and more comfortable two-hand grip on the blast head.

In other surface preparation news, HOLD*BLAST VAPOR, an alkaline-based surface passivator, is now offered by Borchers CHLOR’RID. The passivator chemically changes the active surface of bare metal to a much less reactive state, enabling inspectors to observe the proper application of the surface passivate through an ultraviolet (UV) light/blacklight. This biodegradable product can be safely added to water and does not leave a film or residue that might interfere with coating adhesion.

According to Matt Valentine, senior account manager for the CHLOR’RID business, this last point was a paramount concern for his customers. “One of the biggest questions. Protective Coatings companies have. Does it leave anything on the surface?” he said. “They don’t want it to interfere with adhesion or the performance of their coating systems. So that’s where this product came about. We took our original HOLD’BLAST formula and worked in different products to give it a better visual inspection.”

Valentine added that the product is mostly used in industrial applications, such as large tank projects, and he recommended its use in various surface passivation applications, such as after dry blasting and all wet blasting applications.

HoldTight is another company in this area, which offers a water quality test kit along with its 102 product that removes salts and prevents flash rush.

WA Clean Heavy Duty is a patented technology from W Abrasives that measure the cleanliness of a steel surface relative to its surroundings. To illustrate this principle, Ian Bouchard, group marketing and communication director at the parent company, Winoa, ascribed to a checkerboard pattern in which square A may appear cleaner when compared to other, darker squares in its vicinity but may not be clean when compared to a square B located on another part of the board.

This tool “will measure the reflection of the light on a surface and its colorimetric values, and that will return an index. The way we work with it is we teach the tool what the index value means,” explained Bouchard. This helps the inspector at a facility or job site to identify whether it meets a standard for cleanliness as established by ISO, Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), which is the new name for the merged NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC), or any other relevant

regulatory body.

Dew point meters, such as DeFelsko’s PosITector from Gardco. Can measure and record climatic conditions for up to 200 days; many companies are switching to robotic blasting equipment, such as the Sponge-Jet Robotica. to reduce the dangers of confined-space abrasive blast operations.

WA Clean for iOS is a less expensive mobile version of the same technology that doesn’t sacrifice anything in terms of computing power or speed. In fact, “it has more features, newer features, and no limitations,” said Bouchard. He added that the main difference between the two is that the Heavy Duty device is more likely to be used by engineers while the iOS version is geared toward operators.

DeFelsko’s PosiTector DPM L offered direct through the manufacturer and distributed by various companies, including Paul N. Gardner Co. (Gardco), is a dew point meter logger that measures and records climatic conditions, including relative humidity, air temperature, the difference between surface and dew point temperatures, and wet bulb temperature. While attached to a steel structure, the device measures and records environmental parameters independently for up to 200 days, while its internal memory can store up to 10,000 data sets (or 60,000 readings).

Finally, also available from Gardco is a modern, fast method of measuring surface profiles — that peak-to-valley difference of the surface — on blasted surfaces.

Another testing offering through Gardco Is Press-O-FllmTestex Tape, which measures surface profiles on blast-cleaned steel.

Dial Thickness Gauge with Press-O-Film Testex Tape. When compressed against a roughened material, Press-O-Film accurately replicates details of its surface roughness. In addition, it can be used with a gauge to measure the surface profile of blast-cleaned steel in the roughness range of 20-115 microns (0.8-4.5 mils).

As Michael Merritt, president of Sponge-Jet suggested,

companies always look for ways to stay on top of trends.

“We are seeing many large companies reducing manual,

confined-space abrasive blasting operations in, for example, tanks, pipes, silos, reaction vessels — and as a result, switching to robotic blasting equipment like the Sponge-Jet Robotica,” Merritt said. “We also see higher demand for dust-suppressing abrasives and equipment, to reduce hazardous air pollutants [HAPs|, including heavy metals common to the process. There’s no greater recognition of the dangers of arsenic, beryllium, hexavalent chromium, and lead and how they can create adverse health effects from prolonged exposure. Companies are searching for low-dust abrasives that suppress these HAPs at the source of generation, making the blast process easier to manage and contain.”

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Top 10 Uses For Graco Equipment

by Bedliner Review
written by Bedliner Review

Graco has long been a preferred industry manufacturer of fluid-handling machinery that has an impressive spectrum of uses. Like spray foam machines and industrial sprayers, Graco equipment plays a large role in coating and protecting surfaces of all varieties. 

Check out these top 10 commercial uses for Graco spray equipment that can expand your business.

1. Spray Foam Insulation

Graco is best known for its stunning line of spray foam machines that apply fast-drying polyurethane or polyurea coatings. Therefore, applying spray foam insulation is one of the best uses for Graco equipment.

Varying from low-touch-up jobs to high-industrial outputs, Graco gives plenty of equipment alternatives so that contractors of all scales can find a Graco spray machine that satisfies their needs. Spray foam is used to insulate attics, reinforce walls, strengthen plumbing work, protect commercial roofs, and so much more. Since it has so many uses in diverse structures, this product is in high demand.

Graco Spray Units

Graco does not stop at just spray foam. Coatings like elastomeric, polyester, and more are essential to the structural integrity of buildings. Graco sprayers like the GH 733ES, GH 833, GH 300, and GH 933 can process even the most difficult to become atomized products. Here are other popular uses of Graco spray units beyond spray foam insulation.

2. Paint

Painting the conventional way takes a long time — plus, it can produce uneven results. Graco sprayers make it simple to cover a wide area evenly with interior or exterior paint. Best of all, the job can be accomplished in less time and with professional-quality results. Graco sprayers can also apply primers and protective enamel coatings that are often needed for commercial paint jobs. The only thing you have to do is wait for the paint to dry.

3. Roofing

While Graco spray foam equipment is used extensively in commercial roofing, Graco spray pumps also apply other protective coatings that roofs require. For instance, the Graco GH-300 and GH-833 apply a wide range of materials, including acrylics and elastomeric coatings for commercial roofs. Graco spray machinery can also apply aluminum and asphalt emulsions that are utilized for roofing purposes.

4. Waterproofing Materials

Constructions of all types need waterproofing support, whether it is new construction or an existing structure. For example, a freeway tunnel or bridge should be sealed to be shielded from water damage. Since many structures are formed of porous materials like concrete, and industrial sprayers can comprise a large area with expert waterproofing coatings, it will be stronger.

5. Roads

Graco spray machines can apply fibered and non-fibered asphalt emulsions that are applied to pave and patch roads. Whether you choose fibered coatings that are less dense or the non-fibered type, there is a Graco sprayer that can complete the job to your desired effect.

6. Epoxies

This versatile coating is seen in everything from furniture, to crafts, to basement floors. In construction, epoxy coatings can shield and protect flooring and roofs, offering a durable, attractive, and waterproof surface. Epoxy coatings are also beneficial for areas that need some protection against water, like concrete basement floors. 

7. Contact Cement

A Graco industrial sprayer can apply contact cement, a “jack of all trades” in commercial construction. This flexible acrylic contact adhesive can bond materials like wood, tile, rubber, metal, Formica, plastics, and more. When you need to apply contact cement on a larger scale, a spray pump makes the job faster and easier.

8. Block Filler

Graco spray pumps can also apply block filler, a useful material that can be applied under epoxy, polyester resins, and latex topcoats. It is also useful in preparing masonry. If this material is in high demand in your industry, a Graco pump can create high-quality applications that save you time.

9. Enamel Spray

When your coat of paint is dry, Graco spray equipment can apply clear enamel spray coatings to make a fantastic finishing touch. This transparent finish provides your paint the protection and sheen to make it complete. The beautiful gloss finish looks great on wood, concrete, and metal too.

10. Sealing

Graco spray machines can apply various seal coatings, such as mastics, which can be used in air ducts. When you need to cover a vast area and want the job done evenly and quickly, a spray pump can maximize your productivity.

Note: If you have a material in mind but want to make sure the sprayer can manage it, contact an ArmorThane Equipment and Supply expert today.

Graco Spray Equipment for Sale at ArmorThane

ArmorThane offers the latest spray foam equipment, training, and comprehensive customer support. If you are interested in Graco spray equipment, speak with their sales team today.

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Steps for Perfect Polyurea

by Bedliner Review
written by Bedliner Review

Polyurea is a spray-applied plastic coating that is applied with unique devices and training. However, this article is entitled “Preparing for Polyurea” because, as a pond home builder, you more than likely won’t be using it yourself. The devices and training required normally run in between $100,000 to $150,000 and sometimes more. With that type of investment and training, you will need to be a polyurea spray professional, keeping the devices operating as typically as possible, to get a return on your financial investment. Paired to that is the upkeep and maintenance. Letting the equipment set for long periods of time between tasks is costly.

Tech Specs

Polyurea is a two-part system provided to the surface to be coated at approximately 200 degrees Fahrenheit and 2,000 psi by a specialized set of pumping equipment, heated hoses and a spray gun. The two parts (polyurea solids and isocyanate) are heated and metered together by the pumping system, reaching the spray gun through heated hose pipes that can be a number of hundred feet in length.

Polyurea waterproofing

Polyurea enables waterproofing of shapes like islands and actions (middle and right) that can not be achieved with liner.
There are many polyurea formulas on the market for use in various circumstances and applications such as truck bed liners, roof, decking, blast defense and armor plating, waterproofing, water containment, structural security and more. A lot of these solutions have plasticizers that offer specific chemistry for a specific application. The formulas utilized for water containment are typically pure polyurea solutions without any plasticizers.


The beauty of using polyurea in pond building and construction is that it can be applied over practically any shape or structure within reason, without any wrinkles or folds, and has an elasticity of roughly 400 percent. It can support lots of boulders without leak and roots can’t grow through it.

When used over bare dirt, an underlayment is put down initially with the polyurea applied over it. Polyurea is likewise an ideal surface area coating when cold joints in between various sections of concrete come together or when other structural products such as piers or islands are in play. Indoor water features along with features that come close to or incorporate the structure of a structure are prime uses.
Polyurea is not glued! It has a “Band-Aid stick” to a lot of surface areas and needs to be mechanically secured to all penetrations, just as you would when utilizing an EPDM liner. Pond-type skimmers, bottom drains pipes, mid-water drains pipes and returns are all produced with clamping flange faces for liner. These are ideal for polyurea. Leading edges can overlap and be caught by the top cap or stone, just as you would with liner. Edge treatments can be achieved with a ledge around the top, just as you would a plant ledge with stacked rocks and stones hiding and securing the edge.

Nearly nothing sticks to polyurea. In setups where tile or vertical stone requires to be applied up the face of a surface or wall, a stainless-steel lath is merged onto the face to create a grid surface for the mortar to bond to.


When considering polyurea, believe and develop around what the specialist needs to accomplish your goal. Build in a “polyurea-friendly” manner. Corners ought to be radiused and not left as a sharp, 90-degree shape. It can be challenging to shoot into sharp corners, so even a slight radius of a half-inch is an improvement. Penetrations must be 10 to 12 inches far from corners, floorings or other structures to allow room for the spray gun assembly to be navigated. Columns and structures should be at least 18 inches apart and shallow troughs need to be at least 18 inches broad for clearance. If a deep trough is developed it needs to be even wider so the specialist can control the devices properly.

Polyurea is usually applied in a number of passes to accomplish a density of around 80 mils. The spray gun requires to contend 90 degrees to the surface, spraying “head-on” and not at an angle, to get an even coat. Spraying at an angle can trigger runs, leaks and an unequal coating.

Concrete Prep.
When using polyurea over concrete, the surface ought to have a “pathway” surface. Trowel the concrete surface as smooth as possible or parge the surface later to fill all the holes, spaces and imperfections. Polyurea will appear like the surface area it is applied to, so make it look great, just as you would “Bondo” the body work on a car before painting. Utilize a product that will become extremely difficult and not grainy or weak when applied thin. Some parge coatings can have a chain reaction with polyurea and pinhole terribly, causing a huge amount of extra time to handle. My personal favorite is Gray Bond-Kote by Super-Krete products. Constantly check with your polyurea applicator of option before you use any parge coating system.



The flanged surfaces of your penetrations of choice will have a variety of screw holes that you will need to find later to connect the clamp ring. Place a surface nail in a couple of holes, leaving the others open. Filling all the holes with nails makes removal and preparation for the ring hard because polyurea is strong and tough to cut. Cutting just a couple of nails out with a razor knife is much easier, and when the very first number of screws are in location the other holes are indexed through the holes in the clamp ring. The screws will go right through the poly and into the holes in the flange quickly. If the skimmer face is supplied with nuts and bolts or machine screws put a number of screws in for indexing and cover the other holes with tape or paper dots. To set up the faceplate, set up the very first two and mark the other holes to be cut out afterward.

Communicate for Best Results.
Always be in contact with your polyurea specialist before the job begins. Getting ready for polyurea implies developing a job that the applicator can coat without a lot of difficulty. You are less most likely to be charged for additional prep time by the polyurea specialist if you do your job correctly. Ensure you enable the prep time in your quote. On gunnite or shot-crete ponds, let the crew know ahead of time what you anticipate from them. They are used to shooting around protruding piping that gets cut off later by the pool plaster crew. They will presume you desire a rough surface area for a plaster coat unless you define otherwise. Ask if they can have a couple cement finishers on hand to trowel the surface area as smooth as they can and be prepared to pay for that. Otherwise you will be parging the whole surface area yourself after they leave to get the finish surface area smooth enough for polyurea. This will be pricey and lengthy. No matter how nice they make the surface, there will always be some preparation to do around the penetrations and some nitpicking of small flaws.

When ended up, the task will be waterproofed for an amount of time far longer than any other coating presently offered. After you’ve experienced polyurea you’ll begin finding r that you can use it on and broadening the method you develop.

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Reviewing Polyurea For Concrete Floor Protection

by Bedliner Review
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Polyurea garage floor coatings are among the best options to choose from for concrete floor protection. It’s a very advanced, curing, and fast hardening technology that will prevent your floor from gas, oil, or harmful chemicals. With this floor coating, you can get yourself a floor that looks new every time after being repaired. If you want to know more about polyurea garage floor coatings, this article is for you!

Frequently asked questions about polyurea garage floor coatings.

 

Is Polyurea better than Epoxy?

Not only can Polyurea withstand any harsh weather, but it is also stain-resistant and can be easily cleaned. What’s more, polyurea UV stability is something to consider if you desire long-lasting flooring. However, one of the shortcomings is that it needs a professional as it has a limited pot life. Hence, for a polyurea garage floor coating DIY, it might not be suitable. Good news for the DIYers! With single part polyurea floor coating, you save yourself the stress of hiring a pro. Not only is it easy to apply, but it also possesses an unlimited pot life. On the other hand, Epoxy is less costly, but the color tends to change when exhibited to UV.


 

What is Polyurea floor coating?

Polyurea garage floor coating is a floor protection technology. The blend of the chemicals and their formulations produces a good hard surface. This surface coating will provide you with a high-class gloss finishing and an attractive look. One of the best polyurea garage floor coatings for more perks, a single-part polyurea coating garage floor kit, entails a single clear component. This means there is no need for mixing elements. Likewise, you don’t have to apply the primer. How best can you save those extra bucks and energy, if not with single-part polyurea garage floor coating.

 

Another important reason to choose polyurea garage floor coating is its ability to resist UV rays and high heat tolerance in summers. Moreover, with this floor coating, your floor will be safe from chemical damages and scratches. If you are someone that goes messy with all the oil spills or chemical while working in your garage, Polyurea is a great floor protector.

How much does it cost to coat the garage floor?

It depends upon the type of coating you are using for the garage floor. Apart from that, the size and the quality of your floor also matters. If you are using a high-quality floor coating, then it will be costly. It is important to bear in mind the protection of your floor from scratches, chemicals, UV rays, and much more. With a single-part polyurea floor coating, you are guaranteed a high gloss finish. If you are going for the cheaper one, then it has to be adequately maintained. You are wondering where to buy polyurea floor coating? Different companies and manufacturers have polyurea garage floor coating for sale in the markets and various shopping sites.

 

For Polyurea, the per square foot cost starts from $4.50 to $7.50. In case you are buying 1 gallon with 100 percent of Polyurea, it will cost around $35 to $38.

 

For Epoxy, it ranges from $3 to $7 per square foot. In case you have a garage floor with a space of a couple cars, it will cost around $1320 to $3080. If the number of layers you used for coating are more, then the cost will increase accordingly.


What is the difference between Polyurea and polyaspartic?

The Polyurea garage floor coating is made when resin combines with a catalyst to make a curing reaction. It’s a subcategory of polyurethane, which is something comparable to Epoxy. What makes this product popular is its no VOCs and fast cure rate. Also, the reason why people prefer polyurethane to polyaspartic is that it is less expensive.

 

On the other hand, Polyaspartic is an aliphatic polyurea, which is also good in the first cure rate. Hence, it can be said that the polyaspartic coating is much alike Polyurea but not the same.

What is the best Epoxy paint for garage floors?

Among all, the best Epoxy paint for the garage floor is Rust-oleum. It is because it saves your garage floor from the oil spill, hot tire pickup, gasoline, and road salts. It’s a long term investment.

 

How long does Polyurea last?

The polyurea garage floor coating lasts for almost 25 to 30 years. This is because it is made with mixed properties, making a hard bond with concrete, and providing toughness. Apart from this, it has UV resistance quality; it’s scratch-proof, which gives it a longer running capability.

 

Is an epoxy floor slippery when wet?

Yes, the epoxy floors are very slippery if there is water or any other liquid material on the floor. Hence, if you live in an area prone to spills, then it’s a bad idea to choose epoxy floor coating.

 

How do you apply polyurethane to a garage floor?

Before applying the polyurethane on the floor:

  1. Make sure if the floor is totally clean.
  2. Start from the corner of the room.
  3. With a lamb’s wool applicator, apply it gently parallel to the wall.
  4. Continue with it till the floor is fully coated.

What is polyaspartic Polyurea?

When polyisocyanate reacts with amine-terminated polyester resin, it forms Polyurea. Polyurea formulations are of 2 parts, and when mixed, it generates a reaction that helps in hardening the surface. But when we react to the aliphatic polyisocyanate by a diamine, it produces a Polyaspartic Polyurea substance. It can also be called Polyaspartic.

 

How much does it cost to pour a 24×24 slab of concrete?

The per square ft. market cost for a 24×24 slab of concrete starts from $3,058 to $5,944. In case you want to buy a simple concrete slab, it will cost around $4 to $8 square ft.

How long does an epoxy garage floor last?

It Concreis believed that a simple Epoxy garage floor will last 2 to 6 years only. Moreover, your floors’ maintenance is also an important factor in determining how far it will last. The good thing about this garage floor is that it is affordable and the quality is good.

 

What is the best flooring for a garage?

You will find several options like Epoxy flooring, Rubber tile flooring, and concrete flooring for a garage. The related information of these flooring is given below. Choose the appropriate one according to your needs.

 

  1. Polished Concrete Flooring

The best thing about this garage flooring is that they are the heaviest and hardest of all. It can also bear heavy pressure without damage.

Epoxy Flooring

With the availability of several different colors, the epoxy flooring is very feasible and tough. It is also perfect for all floor types, and it will last longer if properly applied.

Rubber Tile Flooring

The interlocking patterns are the uniqueness of this flooring, which provides it strength and stability. It can be installed with ease, and it needs less maintenance.

Conclusion

Choosing the best garage floor coating is a hectic task as there a number of them are available in the market. But from all of them, the Polyurea is the best one. The polyurea garage floor coating lasts for too many years and helps your garage floor protect from UV and other harmful damages. 

If you would like to buy a tried and true product for floor protection, we recommend going with ArmorFloor. ArmorFloor is a product produced by the company ArmorThane and has been a proven-to-work product for decades. 

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Polyurea vs Polyurethane: What’s the Difference?

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Two-component polyurea elastomeric coating systems make up the cutting edge protective coating industry. While they both might have some common characteristics, polyurea systems are a unique innovation in itself. Two-component polyurea systems are typically understood for a really fast dry time (normally less than 30 seconds), attained without utilizing a catalyst as in the two-component polyurethane systems. This rapid dry time is extremely consistent over a very broad ambient temperature variety. While the fast reaction/ rapid dry time is practically unaffected by ambient wetness, the presence of moisture on a substrate must be considered when achieving adhesion to that substrate. 


This is all made possible by the distinct chemistry of basic materials used to develop the two-component polyurea systems. Two-component fast set polyurea systems usually do not include any solvent or Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). They are generally processed by specialized plural part equipment, which establishes high pressure and high spray application temperature level. The two parts are combined inside the impingement mix spray weapon, as there usually is not any pre-mixing or hot potting. Because of the introduction of the two-component polyurea technology, a wide range of applications are seen. These include coating/lining applications over concrete, geotextile membranes, various metals for corrosion, ornamental areas, and some plastics. For all of these, the fast dry time of the technology indicates that the application area can be gone back to service rather rapidly. Polyurea systems with a slower/ customized reactivity and set time are likewise discovering use in joint sealant/filler system applications. Here the product is integrated in a low pressure, low temperature by means of “folding” in a static mix tube and applied as a bead of material.

Recently the Polyurea Development Association prepared and released a definition of polyurea systems. That is identified as follows: “A polyurea coating/ elastomer is that stemmed from the reaction product of an isocyanate element and a resin blend element. The isocyanate can be aromatic or aliphatic in nature. It can be monomer, polymer, or any alternative response of isocyanates, quasi prepolymer or a prepolymer. The prepolymer, or quasi-prepolymer, can be made from an amine-terminated polymer resin, or a hydroxyl-terminated polymer resin. The resin mix must be made up of amine-terminated polymer resins, and/or amine-terminated chain extenders. The amine-terminated polymer resins will not have any intentional hydroxyl moieties. Any hydroxyls are the result of incomplete conversion to the amine-terminated polymer resins. The resin mix might likewise consist of additives or nonprimary parts. These additives may contain hydroxyls, such as pre-dispersed pigments in a polyol carrier. Generally, the resin mix will not contain a catalyst(s).


Well, that is a mouthful and what does it all mean? This article will attempt to provide a basic summary of the innovation and is not meant to be a complete chemistry innovation lesson on polyureas, hybrids, and polyurethane systems.


A BRIEF HISTORY of POLYUREA DEVELOPMENT:.

The very first actual referral to polyurea can be found in 1948 when some scientists were examining thermal properties/ melting points of various polymer systems. They were comparing polyesters, direct polyethylene, polyurethanes,  polyamides, and polyureasand, discovered that the polyureas had far exceptional thermal properties and an extremely high melting point. Remember that these polymers were manufactured in a laboratory environment and were not very conducive to coating/ lining applications. Visual representation of the melting points of different polymers for contrast.


The advantages or special characteristics of polyurea over polyurethane and
polyurethane/polyurea hybrid system in RIM applications consisted of rapid molding/ treatment time which was generally 2-3 seconds set or gel times with a dry time of less than 10 seconds. Also understood was decreased part scrap rate and most notably, the capability to paint the parts using the online Electrophoritic Paint Deposition (ELPO) procedure. 

This process included warming the parts to almost 400 ° F( 205 ° C ), a temperature level that was really. harmful to a polyurethane and most hybrid systems. Polyurea systems are kept in mind for their high thermal stability.
The two-component fast set polyurea coating/ lining innovation was first presented to the market in 1988, following the advancement in 1986.4,5 This technology progressed from the requirement to establish a more steady, durable and 100% solids polymer system for coating rigid, spray used polyurethane foam utilized in roofing and other insulation applications. 

Some of the very first plural part spray used polyurea formulations had.
get times of 1– 2 secs, with tack without < 10 secs. The actual very first commercial application of the polyurea elastomeric coating/ lining technology was as a roof system in 1989.
Nevertheless, this was not the first real work with the spray applied two-component polyurea innovation. Earlier work in the 1970’s made use of modified polyamines and high levels of plasticizers and solvents to attain a sprayable system for coating work. While this proved successful in laboratory applications, poor field performance was kept in mind and this innovation never ever got acceptance. A distinct, solvent polyurea/ epoxy/ urethane hybrid type system was also utilized in the 1970’s for the production of a composite traction system. Other uses included short-lived shelters, roof, and blast defense. This was not a true polyurea system though.

In 1998, the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) issued a Technical Report on polyurea systems in an effort to provide a preliminary description/ contrast of polyureas to polyurethanes. This document gives a really basic view of technology with limited basic details as to the chemistry included.


POLYUREA CHEMISTRY/ FORMULATION:
Since we, the Polyurea Development Association, are focusing our efforts on defining the technology, we require to identify what part of the technology/ response we are looking to that categorizes whether a polyurea or not. The agreement seems to be that we are looking at a 2-part processed system, whether it was spray, caulk, put or RIM processed.
Therefore, the determining reaction would be the response that occurs between the 2-the part system, i.e. the response of the polyisocyanate component and the resin blend element. This would be the polymerization/ curing part. 

This is a thermoset response
The primary identifying characteristic with the polyurea innovation over polyurethanes is that amine-terminated (- NH2) resins are used rather than hydroxyl ended (- OH) resins, typically described as polyols. The reaction of the amine ended resins with the isocyanate element leads to the development of a urea linkage. Considering that this is a polymer and these units repeat, the term polyurea then applies. A basic illustration of the “polyurea” response is offered below (Figure 3), compared to polyurethane in Figure 4:.


Figure 3: Polyurea Development Reaction.
Figure 4: Polyurethane Formation Response.

It should be kept in mind that “polyurea” is a description of a technology and it in itself is not a coating system. There are a range of solution possibilities to achieve the desired performance, as well as numerous ingredients that might be used. This is enabled by the selection of various basic materials in the formula, much like that for polyurethane chemistry. The choice of appropriate basic materials for the system can be very intricate procedure.
Based upon reactive equivalents between the polyisocyanate part and the resin mix part for the 2-part systems, the following Table I can be established.

From Table II, one can see that for the resin blend part of the 2-part fast set polyurea elastomer systems, the chain extender contributes the most part of the reactive hydrogen equivalents with the isocyanate-reactive equivalents. The chain extender is actually the identifying aspects of what makes a polyurea. There are no polyols, or hydroxyl ended materials, utilized as the main reactive resin in the resin mix part of a two-component polyurea elastomer system. If so, then these would be classified as a polyurea/polyurethane hybrid system.
One might then likewise point to the response of wetness with the polyisocyanate part When wetness enters into the reaction mechanism, the wetness would react with the isocyanate to form a carbamate. This will extremely rapidly dissociate into an amine-terminated molecule, which would then extremely quickly react with an isocyanate speciemoiety to form a urea linkage. For this reason, forth, single component wetness treated urethane.
the system could be thought about as a polyurea system, however not a two-part system. The wetness of the response is the treating mechanism to the response.
There is also some interest and operate in the 2-part systems where part of one element is obstructed, both parts are mixed and reaction/ curing occurs when another element is presented. This other aspect might be heated, as is the case of blocking the isocyanate element (using oximes and phenols). The other would be wetness, as when it comes to obstructed amine resin blends (development of aldimines).


Aromatic Based Polyurea:.
Fragrant based two-component polyurea systems have actually been the workhorse of the two-component polyurea innovation. Aromatic refers to the nature of the chemical backbone of the polymer system. The two-component systems consist of an isocyanate part and a resin mix component. The isocyanate component is usually an isocyanate quasi prepolymer, prepared from methylene diisocyanate.

These are not the only two kinds of chain extenders that might or are currently used; there.
are others that can supply the very same impact. A lot of these are solids at room temperature level.
and might be difficult to mix into the resin blend portion by the maker of the system.
Table IV reveals the relative response rates of an isocyanate component with different amine-terminated materials. The secondary or hindered diamines extend the reactivity of the rapid dry two-component aromatic polyurea elastomer innovation to enable improved processing and much better substrate wetout/ adhesion.



Aliphatic Based Polyurea:.
Following the intro of the fragrant based two-component polyurea elastomer.
systems; the fast dry aliphatic-based products were established.9,10 For these systems, you.
also have an isocyanate element and a resin mix portion. The isocyanate is likewise a.
quasi-prepolymer, like with the fragrant based two-component polyurea systems.
Nevertheless, the isocyanate utilized is a light stable monomer and the “polyol” might in fact be.
the polyoxypropylene diamine. The typical isocyanate used is isophorone diisocyanate.


EFFICIENCY ISSUES:.
In general, the standard fast set polyurea spray innovation is comparable to physical properties of polyurethane/polyurea hybrids and polyurethane systems. Simply put these innovations of coatings/ lining systems can be created to accomplish a range of elastomer physical properties.
The genuinely big benefit of polyurea technology is the speed of response and the capability to put the structure or center back into service very quickly. One has to be really careful here though due to the fact that polyurea systems may set and give a preliminary treatment really rapidly that will permit this “go back to service” very rapidly, but not establish supreme elastomer physical properties for 24 hours or more. This all depends upon the specific polyurea system formulation.
The polyurea systems do tend to have much better flexibility at lower temperature levels than to the corresponding polyurethane/polyurea hybrid or polyurethane system. 

The innovation also carries out effectively with regard to thermal shock resistance.

Moisture and Temperature Sensitivity:.
One of the significant benefits of the polyurea innovation is the relative insensitivity to wetness throughout processing/ application. As the amine– isocyanate reaction tends to be preferential over the hydroxyl– isocyanate reaction, foaming of polyurea systems is nearly impossible. However, it can happen, especially if a driver is present. For polyurethane/polyurea hybrids and polyurethane systems, catalysts are utilized to control the reaction. If wetness is present, they may exhibit  some foaming which leads to decrease density, porosity and poor performance.

Effect of Moisture on Elastomer Density.
Figure 14 shows the impact of wetness/ humidity during processing of both a fast set spray polyurea and spray polyurethane systems. As the INDEX boosts, ratio of isocyanate equivalents to reactive hydrogen equivalents, the density of a  polyurea system remains consistent while the polyurethane system shows a decline in elastomer density.
The non-polyurea system foamed due to the catalyzed response of isocyanate with the moisture in the air. This reduction of density/ foaming would result in total efficiency concerns for the polyurethane system. Comparable outcomes have likewise been shown with a polyurethane/ polyurea hybrid technology.

While polyurea systems might show insensitivity to moisture, that does not suggest they can be applied over a wet substrate. The polyurea will react over the water, but the used system will not bond to the substrate because area.
The ambient temperature and substrate temperature level might have little affect on the response and treatment of a polyurea system as compared to the  others. But, the real important concern is substrate temperature level and dew point. Market basic coating practices need to likewise be.
followed with polyurea systems and application because the substrate temperature level must be 5 ° above humidity and increasing. If not, moisture will condense on that substrate and cause adhesion concerns with the polyurea innovation, similar to other coating/ lining systems.

Chemical Resistance:
Polyurea systems in general show comparable chemical resistance properties as that of similar formulated polyurethane/ polyurea hybrids and polyurethanes. This is due mainly to the reality that all have the polyether backbone in the elastomer. The urea linkage discovered in the polyurea along with the hybrid system is more resistant to hydrolysis.
than the urethane linkage. Polyurea systems do tend to have much better resistance to alkali high pH, than the hybrids or polyurethane systems. Aromatic polyurea systems are subject to chemical oxidation.
There are some more recent innovations of polyurea systems that are showing considerably higher chemical resistance with respect to extremely acidic environments. Remember that chemical resistance/ efficiency can be straight related to processing conditions of the polyurea systems. Those that do not attain total mix and include porosity will have lower chemical resistance performance than those processed at the optimum conditions. This would consist of appropriate processing temperatures and pressures as well as.
the correct mix setup in the spray gun. 

Thermal Analysis of Two-Component Rapid Dry Polyureas:.
One extremely interesting note about the rapid dry two-component aromatic and aliphatic polyurea elastomer systems is the resultant thermal properties of the polymer films.
Two-Component polyurea elastomer systems are amorphous in nature, not crystalline like polyurethane systems. This amorphous nature is similar to that of epoxy type systems other than that two-component polyurea system do not have a real glass transition temperature level. Rather, 2 unique Tg’s can be noted, one corresponding to the melting point of the soft-block in the polymer and the other corresponding to the melting point of the hard-block in the polymer.
From Dynamic Mechanical Spectroscopy examinations of typical two-component polyurea elastomer systems, a low temperature Tg is noted at about -50 ° to -60 ° C with a high. temperature Tg of about 230 ° to 260 ° C for the fragrant based systems. The twocomponent aliphatic polyurea systems have a low temperature level Tg about the like the ” Polyurea Coatings:
two-component fragrant polyurea however have a heat Tg of about 110 ° to. 120 ° C. 10 The response curve between these 2 points remains relatively flat. This would be the efficiency variety, temperature smart, for a polyurea elastomer system. In lay terms, the polyurea elastomer systems would tend to show some substantial stiffening at temperature levels less than -50 ° C with some polymer softening, or possible decomposition,.
at the upper temperatures Tg’s Figure 15: Dynamic Mechanical Spectroscopy of Aromatic Polyurea Spray. 
Shrinking During Cure:.
Because the formation of the elastomeric polyureas is based upon a thermoset response, some direct shrinkage during remedy will take place. This is not thermal growth/ contraction due to temperature level modifications. The total quantity of shrinkage will depend upon the reactive constituents of the isocyanate and resin mix components, even though the elastomeric system might have elongation values greater than 200%. These direct shrinking forces might be strong enough to curl the corners or edges of the used work and might cause disbondment or damage to the substrate. The elastomeric polyurea systems utilized must be developed for the particular coating/ lining application work. 

Weatherability Properties:
Aliphatic polyurea systems have outstanding resistance to degradation by ultraviolet light and are utilized for a variety of exterior and interior atmospheric services.
The Aromatic polyurea systems have great resistance to ultraviolet light from a total performance standpoint. Even with using UV Stabilizers/ Antioxidants, they will however end up being blemished and fade with time when utilized in light colors for exterior exposure.
environments.

CONCLUSION:.
Two-component polyurea elastomeric coating/ lining systems may be rather of a newcomer to the market, however it has revealed a good deal of versatility and application usage.
The quick dry time attributes offers an exceptionally excellent cost and time-effective option to a variety of coating/ lining applications over traditional technologies. With the severe efforts for commercial rehab and increasing requirement to abide by ecological, economic and time restrictions, the speed and sturdiness of the twocomponent polyurea technology hold fantastic guarantee.
As using this innovation grows, so does the confusion regarding what is a polyurea and what is not. Hopefully this text will have offered the reader a better understanding of what a polyurea systems is as compared to similar technologies of polyurethane/ polyurea hybrids and polyurethane systems.
The two-component polyurea technology must be dealt with as other coating type systems with regard to correct and total surface area preparation. The originality of the technology is not a cause to restrict and even remove proper, industry accepted surface preparation standards. The substrates should be clean, dry and free of contaminants.
Continuous advancement of new raw materials for solution work will move this technology to a higher level of industrial coating/ lining work while preserving the individuality of the polyurea technology.


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WHY YOU NEED A BEDLINER

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If you own a truck, then you acknowledge the significance of having a protective coating for the bed. After all, truck beds take an enormous amount of abuse– primarily if you utilize your car every day to haul things around. This is why it’s so essential to get a bedliner to maintain your financial investment. Bedliners are excellent methods to safeguard the bed and avoid mishaps such as scratching your paint.

But what kind should you get?

And is one type more reliable than the other?

Initially, know that there are two classifications for truck bedliners, drop-in and spray-on. Unlike a spray-on bedliner, drop-in bedliners can rapidly be taken in and out of the truck bed, which gives extremely few benefits for the variety of failures the drop-in brings to the table. The cost is not far off from one another. The advantages of the drop-in would be the ease of install, but there are enormous weak points to drop-in bedliners, a lot of which can significantly harm your vehicle. For instance, if you have an older rubber unit, they do not secure the inner bedsides as well as a more recent design or a spray-on bedliner. If you get a plastic one, they can trap water in between the liner and the bed, which can result in rust or rust, especially if your truck sits for a prolonged time period. Plus, the plastic variation can vibrate and end up being loose rapidly, which can use through the paint on your bed flooring and expose the bare metal.

So what about spray-on bedliners?

Although around the same in price, typically a spray-on bedliner is going to be a little more costly. Nevertheless, a spray-on bedliner has a lot of benefits to balance out that cost, such as:

Extreme Toughness: a spray-on bedliner is not just more long-lasting than a drop-in bedliner however is resistant to rust.

Noise Cancellation: A truck bed can be somewhat noisy. Nevertheless, a spray-on bedliner can decrease that driving noise.

Long-Lasting: A drop-in bedliner will just last you for a short time. But a spray-on bedliner a great deal of the time will outlast the truck it’s sprayed in.

Watertight: No stresses over caught water here, causing rust and rust. A spray-on bedliner has superior adhesion to steal, as long as the proper surface preparation is finished before spraying.

Many Options: There are different textures readily available for spray-on bedliners, from a thick surface to one with texture.

Resale Value: A spray-on bedliner can increase the resale of your automobile.

Protection: Not only can a bed be covered, but so can the bedrails and tailgate. This is excellent to prevent scratches and missing out on paint. A fashionable fad today is spraying the entire automobile in bedliner material. This can be costly, however, your truck will be tremendously secured.

Versatile: These bedliners can also be utilized to protect rocker panels and fender wells in addition to replace interior flooring mats.

It’s also crucial to keep in mind the weaknesses– for example, if you get the job done yourself, you might encounter staining your truck, which can be long-term. Plus the firmness of the selected chemical can impact your cargo, such as a scratch to a wood finish. If you use your truck regularly or are concerned about the protection of your car, then a spray-on bedliner is the way to go.

If you want to find out more about spray-on bedliners, we’re here to help! Contact ArmorThane.com and learn more about our ArmorLiner Bedliner.

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