Thick Film Coating protects roofing in hurricane zones.
Press Release Summary:
Formulated specifically to protect metal or concrete industrial roof systems, Baytec® SPR 185A FR is certified for use in high-velocity hurricane zones and has passed UL790 test for fire resistance of roof covering materials. Spray system stands up to demanding environments and offers resistance to ozone, hydrolysis, and many chemicals. Because it is spray applied, Baytec SPR 185A FR eliminates time-consuming application process of rolled sheet.
Original Press Release:
Bayer Materialscience's Baytec® SPR 185A FR Thick Film Coating System Certified For Use In Hurricane Zones
Pittsburgh, February 28, 2008 - Bayer MaterialScience (BMS) LLC announced that its Baytec® SPR 185A FR thick film coating system has been certified by the Miami-Dade County Building Code Compliance Office for use as a roofing material in a high-velocity hurricane zone. This versatile spray system, which has been formulated specifically to protect metal or concrete industrial roof systems, was among the proven polyurethane coatings systems BMS highlighted at the recent 2008 Paint and Coatings Expo.
"Contractors and applicators looking for a long-lasting spray coating system that can take what Mother Nature dishes out can rely on Baytec SPR 185A FR thick film coating," said Mike Hurley, development scientist, BMS, who notes that the spray system combines durability, flexibility and rapid cure to create a monolithic seamless roof coating that provides exceptional protection against leaks, weathering and foot traffic. "We are pleased that this proven spray system has met the rigorous requirements for a roof covering material as set forth by the Miami-Dade County Building Code Compliance Office."
In fact, Baytec SPR polyurethane systems have been approved by a variety of federal, state and local authorities as well as civil engineering and consulting firms in the U.S. and worldwide. For example, the Baytec SPR 185A FR thick film coating system recently passed Underwriters Laboratories Inc.'s UL790 test for fire resistance of roof covering materials.
Baytec SPR membranes have been applied and in-service for more than 30 years in demanding environments around the world. The spray systems stand up to a number of demanding environments and offer excellent resistance to ozone, hydrolysis and many chemicals. Baytec SPR spray systems even pass the Ponding Water Test where other roof coatings fail.
The Baytec SPR 185A FR system offers additional advantages to contractors and applicators, as well. Because it is spray applied, application is quick and easy, eliminating the costly, labor-intensive and time-consuming application process of rolled sheet.
Bayer MaterialScience LLC is one of the leading producers of polymers and high-performance plastics in North America and is part of the global Bayer MaterialScience business with nearly 14,900 employees at 30 sites around the world and 2006 sales of 10.2 billion euros from continuing operations. Our innovative developments in coatings, adhesive and sealant raw materials, polycarbonates, polyurethanes and thermoplastic urethane elastomers enhance the design and functionality of products in a wide variety of markets, including the automotive, construction, electrical and electronics, household and medical industries, and the sports and leisure fields. Our inorganic basic chemicals unit produces chlorine and related essential products for the chemicals industry. Let us give life to your vision. Bayer MaterialScience - Where VisionWorks.
Bayer Corporation, headquartered in Pittsburgh, is a subsidiary of Bayer AG, an international health care, nutrition and innovative materials group based in Leverkusen, Germany. In North America, Bayer had 2006 net sales of 7.8 billion euros and employed 17,200 at year end. Bayer's three subgroups, Bayer HealthCare, Bayer CropScience and Bayer MaterialScience, improve people's lives through a broad range of essential products that help prevent and treat diseases; protect crops and enhance yields; and advance automobile safety and durability.
Contact:
Tom Erdner, Phone: 412-777-5200
E-mail: Thomas.Erdner@bayerbms.com
For more information about Bayer MaterialScience's Baytec SPR 185A spray systems, call 1-800-662-2927, e-mail naftainfo@bayerbms.com or visit sprayelastomers.com.
