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Ultrasonic Coating Thickness Gauge measures concrete coatings.
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'); document.write('PosiTector® 200 Ultrasonic Coating Thickness Gage measures thickness of polyurea and other coatings on concrete, up to 300 mil. Unit accepts all coating thickness, surface profile, environmental, and wall thickness probes. Advanced models include Wi-Fi and graphics mode with screen capture for detailed analysis of coating system.'); document.write('
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Arch-Applied Process protects and conditions vehicle surfaces.
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'); document.write('Comprising 3 steps, Wave Shield process includes, as step 1, Formula 701 Wave Curtain Foam Bath low-pH, high-foaming, liquid detergent concentrate that delivers lubricity and cleaning properties. Step 2, Formula 702 Wave Shine, consists of pH-balanced foam cleanser/protectant formulated to produce high-lustre shine. Surface reactive silicones in step 3, Formula 703 Wave Seal Foam Protectant, bond to vehicle surfaces to produce shine as well as reduce adhesion of dust on vehicle surfaces.'); document.write('
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Polyurea Aliphatic Coating offers UV and color stability.
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'); document.write('Combining durability of elastomer with color and gloss stability of UV top coat, SolarMax 11-70 will protect steel, concrete, geotextiles, foam, wood, or aged FRP. Polyurea/polyaspartic chemistry allows coating to be sprayed in hot and dry climates as well as high humidity climates without foaming or blistering. With single coat, multi-pass application, zero VOC coating cures to touch within 30 sec. Cured film provides 70 shore D hardness, 20% elongation, and 3,400 psi tensile strength.'); document.write('
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Iron Phophate Coating Service serves automotive industry.
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'); document.write('Complimenting other Henkel brand Phosphate coatings, including Manganese and Zinc, Iron Phosphate Coating can be applied by basket or barrel processing, allowing for customer flexibility depending upon individual product. Processing tank sizes of Phosphate operations measure 43.5 x 33.5 x 35 in. with total product weight capacity of 1,000 lb. Offering optimal adhesion, Iron Phosphate Pretreatment can also be used as base coat for powder coating operations.'); document.write('
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Polyurethane Sealant adds glossy, protective finish to metal.
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'); document.write('CLEARLOK® is water-based polyurethane sealant that adds protective topcoat on most metal surfaces, including iron, steel, and aluminum. Non-polluting with no harmful VOC content, polymer sealant produces coating 0.0001–.00003 in. thick. It is rated for corrosion resistance of 12–24 hr of neutral salt spray or over 100 hr of humidity exposure. Available in 5 or 55 gal drums, product can be diluted with water for application using immersion tank process or with brush.'); document.write('
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Antimicrobial Coating protects architectural products.
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'); document.write('As fluoropolymer finish containing minimum of 70% PVDF resin, three-coat system meets requirements of AAMA 2605. Product inhibits growth of stain and odor causing bacteria on high-touch, architectural metal products\' exterior and interior surfaces, such as doors, windows, curtainwall, entrances, panels, and column covers. When moisture is present, silver ion exchange mechanism infused into finish acts to disrupt growth of bacteria.'); document.write('
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PTFE Dry Lubricant Coating requires no baking or curing.
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'); document.write('Colorless and non-flammable, MAC-444NPB is suitable for use on metal, plastic, wood, ceramic, and elastomeric surfaces. Product is chemically inert, thermally stable from cryogenic to 500°F, and will bond to applied surface. Containing no oil, grease, soap, wax, or silicone, coating is suitable for use in medical and food applications as dry film lubricant, assembly aid, and as mold release coating.'); document.write('
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LED Curable Coating targets medical micro circuits.
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'); document.write('Developed to be tack-free after curing, MD® 1901-M helps prevent potential defects that could occur from components being handled too soon.  Flexible product is ISO-10993-5 approved for customers who are looking for medical grade electronics coating, seal, or moisture barrier. Able to resist cracking or delamination while board is being flexed, low-durometer coating is suited for circuits used in hearing aids, wound-care devices, and medical pumps.'); document.write('
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Electrically Conductive Coating serves applications to 1,700°F.
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'); document.write('Suited for use in production of electronic and high vacuum components, Pyro-Duct™ 597-C is formulated using high purity silver flake with D50 particle size of less than 20 microns. All constituents are electrically and thermally conductive, and volume resistivity is 0.0002 Ω-cm at room temperature. Applied by brush, dipping, or spray gun, this single-component system adheres to ceramic and glass substrates and dries at room temperature in ~1 hr. Full cure takes 30 min at 480°F.'); document.write('
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Water-Based Coating resists oil and grease.
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'); document.write('Compliant with FDA requirements for direct food contact, Aqualene® 5050 is specifically designed for paper and paperboard food packaging and handling applications requiring oil and grease resistance, including wrappers, paper plates, and cups. Repulpable coating dries clear, is VOC-free, and requires only 2.0 g/m² to obtain OGR results. Supplied in pails, drums, and totes, Aqualene® 5050 can be applied by conventional coating apparatus, such as gravure, flexo, or rod.'); document.write('
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Wear Resistant Surface Treatments protect complex components.
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'); document.write('Combining tungsten carbide-based materials with super alloy-based technologies, UltraFlex™ provides metallurgical-bonded, void-free cladding that extends service life of critical components in demanding environments. Treatments protect base materials such as carbon and alloy steels, stainless steels, and cobalt and nickel alloys against abrasion, erosion, corrosion, and galling. Applied in thicknesses from 0.010– 0.080 in., UltraFlex conforms to intricate shapes and small internal diameters.'); document.write('
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Fluoropolymer Nanocoatings are free of PFOA and PFOS.
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'); document.write('Deposited by low pressure plasma technology, Nanofics 110 nanocoatings are highly water repellent with water contact angle of 110° according to ASTM D5964, and highly oil repellent with oil repellence level 6 according to ISO 14419. Products are widely used in consumer electronics, technical textiles, and filtration materials.'); document.write('
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Casting Resin is suitable for cable and harness assemblies.
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'); document.write('Offering alternative to injection molds when encapsulating electronics, 20-2180 Polyurethane Potting and Encapsulating Resin can be poured into metal or silicone mold to create assembly with firm seal around jacketed wires. Rubber-like texture makes it suited for outdoor applications. Resistant to moisture and chemicals, stable and vibration-resistant product has 2:1 mix ratio, self-levels around components, and will not crack. Base is natural oil polyol.'); document.write('
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Dual-Cure Oligomer targets exterior hardcoat applications.
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'); document.write('Combining acrylate and hydroxyl functionalities for dual-cure capability, CN9062 imparts hardness and scratch resistance to protective coatings for automotive surfaces, plastic substrates, and electronic devices. Liquid oligomer is UV/EB curable and is reactive with NCO based on its hydroxyl functionality. PETA-free product minimizes irritation potential while adding durability to coatings for wood, metal, plastic, and glass, as well as variety of inks ranging from flexo to inkjet.'); document.write('
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Water-Dilutable Oligomer exhibits water resistance after cure.
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'); document.write('Providing water-barrier coating with anti-fogging characteristics, Bomar™ XR-9416 contains no water but is infinitely dilutable. Uncured 100%-solids material has viscosity of 7,000 cP at 25°C and is suited for wood coatings. When water penetrates wood, wood swells at surface and optimizes adhesion of coating without need for separate primer step, resulting in tack-free, tough, flexible coatings with water, chemical, and stain resistance.'); document.write('
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Conformal Coating eliminates need for additional processing.
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'); document.write('Specially formulated to cure in shadowed areas underneath components on printed circuit boards, Dual-Cure 9482 is tack-free immediately after curing, helping to avoid defects such as fingerprints. Light- and moisture-cure coating is engineered for thicknesses up to 0.010 in. and demonstrates optimal re-workability. Fluorescing vivid blue when exposed to UV light, 9482 enables obvious detection of coating presence before and after cure.<br />'); document.write(''); document.write('
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Stencil Coating minimizes spread of solder paste.
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'); document.write('Available on all types of stencils, including laser cut, electroformed, NicAlloy, and chemetch, Smart-Release™ Nano Layer Stencil Coating minimizes frequency required for under-screen cleaning on printer. Solder paste separates from stencil with minimal contamination on underside, leaving apertures and component edges cleaner for exact printing results. Over 40 prints can be reached before cleaning, with no deterioration in print quality or bridging.'); document.write('
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Spray-On Wall Paint dampens sound.
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'); document.write('Using 2-step base coat and finish coat system that can be applied to both existing structures and new construction, Coat of Silence™ stifles mid-range sounds and minimizes common area noise. Spray-on sound deadening paint is mold-resistant, class A fire retardant, and requires only one person for application. Typical applications include hospitals, hotels, schools, apartments, home media rooms, offices, and retail centers.'); document.write('
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Transparent Conductive Coatings target ultra thin glass.
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'); document.write('Suitable for glass thicknesses down to 0.07 mm, Tin Oxide and Index-Matched Indium Tin Oxide as well as narrow and broadband AR coatings optimize optical throughput and minimize stray light noise while providing low reflectance. Coatings can be applied to 150 and 200 mm wafers as well as 6 in. square substrates. Applications include spatial light modulators, micro-displays, and optical shutters; mobile and vehicle mounted displays; and slim format sensor cover glass.'); document.write('
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Wipe-On Clear Nanocoating exceeds automotive OEM specs.
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'); document.write('By forming highly crosslink dense film, Vecdor Nano-Clear® can permanently restore original color, gloss, and surface hardness back into oxidized textured plastics, fiberglass, and paint surfaces while minimizing surface maintenance. Product provides scratch resistance, chemical resistance, UV resistance, and self-cleaning properties including water, oil, ice, and brake-dust repellency. Applications include heavy duty equipment, boat hulls, aluminum siding, and air conditioner housings.'); document.write('
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