General Purpose High performance Epoxy Resin

Used for: Altex Epoxy Resin may be mixed with either Altex Microballoons, or General Purpose Thickener to provide site mix fairing, gap filling glue and coving compounds.

• Easy mixing  -  4 : 1 ratio by volume
• Excellent cure characteristics with a good “tail” - mixed resin retains good flow throughout its pot life
• Low viscosity with excellent wetting properties
• Ideally packaged for Marine and Industrial use
• Excellent stir in wetting of fairing and glue fillers and extenders
• Cures well at low temperatures
• Good flow characteristics with low viscosity minimizes air entrapment
• Low odour

A two-component epoxy primer designed for use on aluminium sheets & extrusions, and galvanised substrates. Formulated with strontium chromate, which provides exceptional protection from filiform corrosion on aluminium surfaces.

FEATURES:

• Excellent adhesion to aluminium and galvanising
• Fast dry to recoat
• Low temperature cure down to 5°C
• Superior anti-corrosive properties

A rapid dry/quick cure 100% solids penetrating epoxy sealer designed for use where less than ideal surface preparation is attainable or where surfaces have inherent porosity or surface weakness. It has a very low viscosity which allows it to wick into and bond porous substrates and residual rust into a tough epoxy composite. It may be applied to residual rust, degraded or new concrete, fibre-reinforced cement, and timber.

FEATURES:

• Excellent wetting properties
• 100% solids
• Rapid cure
• Low temperature cure as low as 4°C
• Ideal for marginally prepared steel
• Easy application by brush, roller, or low atomisation spray
• Can be used to seal asbestos
• Suitable for below waterline applications on marine vessels when used underneath a high build epoxy barrier system
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability.

A two-pack low VOC, waterborne epoxy gloss finish. The cured film is non-yellowing with high surface hardness and excellent flexibility. It exhibits excellent adhesion and water resistance and is tolerant of application over damp surfaces. It has excellent solvent resistance which makes it very resistant to graffiti. Self-priming over concrete, plaster, and fibre cement substrates.
Recommended for interior use or in-service conditions not directly exposed to extended periods of sunlight.
The low VOC and exceptionally low odour makes it an ideal coating for food process areas, hygiene areas and laboratories.

FEATURES:

• Brushing and rolling properties are similar to single pack waterborne paints
• Moisture tolerant application over damp surfaces
• Quick tack-free and recoat time giving the potential for multiple coats to be applied in a single day
• High surface hardness with excellent resistance to abrasion
• Excellent resistance to chemicals, solvents, and water
• Tenaciously adheres to a wide range of surfaces
• Can be steamed clean or power-washed
• The chemical resistance is similar to conventional solvent borne epoxies
• Available in pastel tone colours
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

High performance, two component, reinforced epoxy zinc-rich primer designed for use as a cathodic primer for protecting steel exposed to a variety of environments.

FEATURES:

• Premium performance primer for most industrial systems.
• Resists topcoat pinholing
• Resistant to dry spray, mudcracking and topcoat bubbling
• Easy to mix - zinc pre-mixed into base component
•  Easy application by brush, roller, or spray
• Fast dry-to-recoat times
• Good low temperature cure
• Good solvent resistance
• Safe - contains no lead or chromate pigments
• Versatile - can be used as the primer under numerous coating systems including fireproofing

A high performance, immersion grade (fresh & salt water) chemically cured epoxy primer. Suitable for use over suitably prepared mild steel, galvanised steel, other non-ferrous metals, and most GRP substrates.

FEATURES:

• Excellent primer for water and many aqueous chemicals immersion service when topcoated with an approved finish
• Excellent adhesion to difficult substrates
• Excellent holding primer
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Complies with AS/NZS 3750.13 (2 pack epoxy primer), Types 1, 2 & 3.
• Approved for use in NZ Food Processing Plants
• Good abrasion resistance
• Very good aged re-coatability
• Resists splash and spillage or fumes of a wide range of chemicals
• Easy application by brush, roller or spray
• Ideal tie-coat over inorganic zincs
• Versatile - can be used on most substrates under many different types of topcoat
• Long pot-life
• Excellent maintenance touch-up primer for hand-cleaned substrates
• A user-friendly primer for epoxy or polyurethane systems in environments not suited to zinc primers due to acidic or alkaline fallout or splash & spill
• Excellent tie-coat over high build epoxies as an extended 2-3 day recoat window with Sea~Barrier Antifoul series – Carboguard 504 Grey is preferred. Refer to Technical Services for further advice

Availability: Australia only

A high performance, immersion grade (fresh & salt water) chemically cured, zinc phosphate epoxy primer. Suitable for use over suitably prepared mild steel, galvanised steel, other non-ferrous metals, and most GRP substrates.

FEATURES:

• Excellent adhesion to difficult substrates
• Excellent holding primer
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Complies with AS/NZS 3750.13 (2 pack epoxy primer), Types 1, 2 & 3.
• Good abrasion resistance
• Very good aged re-coatability
• Resists splash and spillage or fumes of a wide range of chemicals
• Easy application by brush, roller or spray
• Versatile - can be used on most substrates under many different types of topcoat
• Long pot-life
• Excellent maintenance touch-up primer for hand-cleaned substrates
• A user-friendly primer for epoxy or polyurethane systems in environments not suited to zinc primers due to acidic or alkaline fallout or splash & spill
• Excellent tie-coat over high build epoxies as an extended 2-3 day recoat window with Sea~Barrier Antifoul series. Refer to Technical Services for further advice

An all-purpose epoxy that has a variety of attributes including low-temperature cure, surface tolerance, fast recoat times, moisture tolerance during application and cure, and excellent corrosion protection. Carboguard 635 HAR can be used direct to metal as a corrosion resistant primer or as an intermediate coating over other primers. It is suitable for both maintenance and new construction projects due to its excellent surface wetting characteristics and quick cure for handling. It may also be used for immersion in fresh or salt water (marine) exposures and exhibits exceptional abrasion  resistance & toughness.

FEATURES:

• Low temperature cure -7°C (20°F)
• Excellent corrosion protection
• High abrasion resistance
• Excellent flexibility
• Excellent application characteristics
• Fast recoat times
• Moisture tolerance during application
• Extended re-coat window for atmospheric exposures up to 6 months self re-coat
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

Made to Order.

High performance immersion grade epoxy that is designed as a liner for potable water tanks. This coating exhibits moisture tolerance during application, low temperature cure capability, and fast cure response for quick return to service. Product is self-priming on steel and is normally applied in two coats. Formulated for application at 120 to 180 microns DFT per coat for potable use.

FEATURES:

• Very good flexibility – resists chipping and aged embrittlement
• Lighter weight – 13% lighter than most similar coatings
• Versatile surface tolerant coating
• AS/NZS 4020 Potable Water Approval
• Lower viscosity allows application at higher solids (less thinning) and reduced VOC at application
• Fast dry to recoat
• Low temperature cure to below freezing; -5°C
• Reduced HAPS and Low VOC

A multi-purpose, advanced technology coating suited to marine and industrial applications. Suitable for atmospheric and many immersion exposures. The DTM properties make it a versatile coating in maintenance and new work applications. Syntactic foam modification gives it unique thermal shock resistance and flexibility.

FEATURES:

• Very good flexibility – resists chipping and aged embrittlement
• Versatile surface tolerant coating
• Suitable for application over surfaces prepared by water-jetting
• Good adhesion to tight rust - especially when used in conjunction with Rustbond PS or Altra~Lock 576
• Tolerant to surface dampness - particularly when brush/roller applied
• Self-priming (DTM) for many applications
• Fast dry to recoat
• Excellent dry to handling properties
• Suitable for fresh and salt water immersion
• Low temperature cure to below freezing; down to -5°C
• Reduced HAPS and Low VOC
• Cleaner colours and improved colour stability

A glass-flake filled, multi-purpose,advanced technology coating suited to marine and industrial applications. Suitable for atmospheric and many immersion exposures. The DTM properties make it a versatile coating in maintenance and new work applications. Syntactic foam modification gives it unique thermal shock resistance and flexibility. Glass flake reinforcement enhances film strength, impact resistance and barrier properties.

FEATURES:

• Excellent physical and barrier properties
• Versatile surface tolerant coating
• Good adhesion to tight rust - especially when used in conjunction with Rustbond PS or Altra~Lock 576
• Tolerant to surface dampness - particularly when brush/roller applied
• Fast dry to recoat
• Excellent dry to handling properties
• Suitable for fresh and salt water immersion
• Low temperature cure to below freezing; down to -5°C
• Reduced HAPS and low VOC
• Cleaner colours and improved colour stability

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability.

An ideal high performance, high build coating for any service or structure, marine or industrial, where water or corrosion resistance is required.
Has excellent proven long-term service case histories for marine hull externals, above & below water, and as a lining for hydro penstocks, gates, and similar permanently immersed structures.
Carboguard 640 is the barrier coating of choice under Sea~Barrier 1000 and 3000 antifoulings.

FEATURES:

• Excellent barrier protective properties
• Recommended for permanent fresh & salt water immersion
• Exceeds performance of coal tar epoxy coatings
• Over 35 years failure-free case history in permanent fresh-water immersion service
• Good abrasion resistance
• High volume solids
• Suitable for use on concrete surfaces
• Can be self-priming
• Easy application - thick films may be applied in one application by airless spray
• Non-bleeding

High performance epoxy that has excellent resistance to fresh and salt water exposures. This coating exhibits outstanding moisture and surface tolerance during application, low temperature cure capability, and very fast cure response for quick return to service. It contains an inert flake reinforcement (micaceous iron oxide) to enhance film strength and performance. This product is ideal for industrial or heavy duty marine environments for the protection of steel against salt laden environments.

FEATURES:

• High solids, low VOC
• Low temperature cure
• Excellent wetting properties
• Excellent surface tolerance
• Excellent moisture tolerance (application)
• Fast cure response
• Suitable for immersion service in fresh or salt water after 60 minute cure at 24°C
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

Thin film, high gloss finish with exceptional weathering performance characteristics. Used extensively in virtually all industrial markets, 134 HG provides a smooth, durable finish that has superior resistance to corrosion, abrasion and chemical exposure.

FEATURES:

• High solids, low VOC content
• Excellent weatherability
• Exceeds SSPC Paint 36 specification for a Level 3 urethane
• Conforms to the requirements of AS/NZS 3750.6:2009, Type 1 "Paints for Steel Structures - Full Gloss Polyurethane (two pack)"
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants (refer to "Approvals NZ/AU" section)
• Excellent flow characteristics allow for application by spray or roller
• Superior impact and abrasion resistance
• Indefinite recoatability

NEW 4:1 Ratio

Low VOC organic zinc epoxy steel primer with quick cure-to-topcoat characteristics for in-shop  applications and quick turnaround requirements in the field. Carbozinc 858 has very good adhesion and undercutting resistance and is excellent for use as a corrosion resistant primer for a variety of applications

• Meets SSPC Paint System 20
• Fully complies with AS 3750.9:1994 Type 2 Organic Zinc Rich
• Low temperature cure down to 2°C
• Protects against undercutting corrosion
• May be applied with standard airless or conventional spray equipment
• VOC compliant to current AIM regulations

Chem~Bar 3500 Primer is a single pack steel primer designed for use in industrial and marine applications.

For atmospheric exposures, Chem~Bar 3500 Primer is normally topcoated with Chem~Bar 900 Finish.

Chem~Bar 3500™Primer may be:

• Applied directly over steel or over zinc primers such as Altra~Zinc 605, Carbozinc 15-625, Zinkex 100 or Carbozinc 11.
• Used on substrates other than steel, (consult Altex Coatings for specific recommendations.)

Chem~Bar 3500 Primer is used in the commercial marine sector as a:

• barrier/seal coat over aged or incompatible/unknown antifoulings
• as a tie coat over suitably prepared, aged epoxy coatings prior to application of the selected Sea~Barrier antifouling
• sealant to assist in the prevention of TBT leaching from an underlying antifouling coating - provided it is applied at a minimum dry film thickness of 80 microns (minimum 2 coats by roller).

It is normally overcoated with Sea~Barrier 3000 or Sea~Barrier Alloy 100 PLUS Antifouling.

Specifically formulated to protect metal or masonry surfaces exposed to weather, water or chemicals.
Chem~Bar 900 may be used to protect structural steel, tanks, pipes and equipment in the following:

• Pulp and Paper Industry
• Chemical Process Industry
• Sewage and Wastewater Plants
• Water Tanks
• Refineries
• Fertiliser Plants
• Marine Installations
• Bridges
• Power Projects
  
• Shipping Containers
  

FEATURES:

• Can be used as a finish coat on a wide variety of primers, including Altex or Carboline high performance two pack primers and epoxies
  
• Self-priming on steel
  
• Can be built to 125 microns DFT
  
• Quick dry - even at low temperatures
  
• Good resistance to inorganic acids, salt solutions, alkalis, and gases
  
• Excellent adhesion to aged chlorinated rubber coatings
  
• Excellent recoatability, even after years of weathering
  
• Excellent colour retention
  
• Resists excessive chalking
  
• Available in Aluminium Finish and Metal-Spray Sealer – refer to Chem~Bar 900 Aluminium PDS

Metal Spray Sealer - a traditional Vinyl sealer used in accordance with ASNZ2312 Zinc Metalspray systems, as well as a single package high performance aluminium filled vinyl-acrylic finish suitable for use as a general purpose aluminium finish.

Chem~Bar 900™ Aluminium may be used in all atmospheric exposures where traditional aluminium finishes may be employed; including:

• Pulp and Paper Industry
• Chemical Process Industry
• Sewage and Waste Water Plants
• Water Tank & Silo Exteriors
• Refineries
• Fertiliser Plants
• Marine Installations
• Bridges
• Power Projects
• Containers
• Shipping

E~Line 949 is a fast cure, economical, high gloss, aliphatic polyurethane designed for use in areas where good gloss and colour retention are required.

E~Line 949 is ideal for use where a polyurethane finish is specified and where economy and rapid drying are desirable. It will provide good gloss and colour retention as well as resistance to moderate to severe corrosive environments for:

• Structural Steel
• Shop application
• Chemical processing industry
• Pulp and paper industry
• Dairy industry
• Bridges and storage tanks

Isotal is a premium quality alkyd gloss enamel which is designed to protect and give good appearance to:

• Properly primed steel and other metal surfaces
• Tank exteriors
• Bridges and pipes
• Commercial Marine exterior areas such as freeboards, decks, houses and superstructures
• Commercial Marine interior areas such as engine rooms, passageways and equipment

Isotal Undercoat is a premium quality alkyd undercoat which is normally used under Isotal Enamel on properly primed surfaces. It can be used in areas such as:

• Properly primed masonry, steel and other metal surfaces
• Marine exterior areas such as freeboards, decks, houses and superstructures
• Marine interior areas such as engine rooms, passageways and equipment
• Wooden structures
• Tie coat over aged enamel systems prior to re-finish coating

Corrosion and water resistant high performance, chemically cured, sandable epoxy coating, It can be used as a tie-coat over suitable prepared, aged epoxies and polyurethanes.
Suitable for Industrial and Marine situations.

FEATURES:

• Excellent surfacing and sanding properties
• Isocyanate free
• Very good chemical resistance
• Self-priming onto suitably prepared steel
• Long pot-life

Multi~Bond Primer is a premium quality primer designed to be used on:.

• Applied directly to suitably prepared steel, galvanised steel, wood and GRP
• Above water - overcoated with a sandable undercoat (Altex Isotal Undercoat) and normally topcoated with Isotal Enamel
• Below water – in mulitple coats as part of a marine protective system where it is normally overcoated with Sea~Barrier™ 1000 or 3000 anti-fouling
• Agricultural equipment
• On site touch-up work-handrails etc
• Restoration of timber joinery

Rust Inhibiting Protective Oil is a drying “wetting oil” pre-treatment, for use on hand or power tool cleaned surfaces and sometimes with brush blasted surfaces, prior to application of (usually)  High Build Rust Barrier.

RIPO forms a water resistant film and is useful in protecting steel from condensation corrosion, as encountered in particular on:

• Interior of vehicle doors and body panels
• Underside of surfaces on appliances, such as freezers and washing machines
• Marine topsides
• Excellent rust treatment as part of a single pack coating system on; Agricultural machinery and various pieces of equipment, trailers, structural steel

Use RIPO as the first stage in restoring items as listed above. Once cured apply High Build Rust Barrier, followed by Isotal Enamel to achieve long term protective and cosmetic properties.

Rustbond PS is a very low VOC epoxy primer/sealer that combines outstanding surface tolerance characteristics over marginally prepared substrates and user-friendly features. It accepts a variety of topcoats and can help save time and money by minimising surface preparation requirements for new construction, maintenance and overcoating projects. Rustbond PS has good pot life at higher
temperatures to help minimise waste and also cures at low temperatures down to 1.7°C with Epoxy Accelerator so you have one Rustbond product for year-round application.

Sea~Barrier® 1000 is a cost effective ablative antifouling coating, designed for commercial applications

It is recommended for use where a harder, economic and relaible semi-ablative antifouling is required.

 Sea~Barrier® 1000 is the ideal antifoul coating for:

• In-shore commercial vessels and barges subject to light to medium duty
• Marine farm equipment
• Use on bottom flats and as a boottop in conjunction with Sea~Barrier® 3000 on critical areas

Sea~Barrier 3000  is a high performance, ablative antifouling coating and  is recommended for use where:

• Superior ablative properties are required
• Long term, well proven protection is desired

Sea~Barrier 3000 is the ideal antifoul coating for both  Maintenance Docking and New Builds.

Sea~Barrier 3000 is suitable for:

• Barges
• Tug Boats
• Ferries
• Charter Vessels
• Fishing Vessels
• Numerous other sea going vessels

Sea~Barrier 3000  is a high performance, ablative antifouling coating and  is recommended for use where:

• Superior ablative properties are required
• Long term, well proven protection is desired

Sea~Barrier 3000 is the ideal antifoul coating for both  Maintenance Docking and New Builds.

Sea~Barrier 3000 is suitable for:

• Barges
• Tug Boats
• Ferries
• Charter Vessels
• Fishing Vessels
• Numerous other sea going vessels

Sea~Barrier® Alloy 100 PLUS Antifouling is an Aluminium Safe antifouling for all commercial vessels.

• New Formula! Supersedes standard Alloy 100 with higher volume solids and new biocide technologies.
• Slime resistant
• Available in three distinctive clean colours
• Excellent for aluminium vessels and stern-drives
• Tin free
• Economical - 2 coats at 75 microns each giving superior performance over most competitor aluminium-safe anti-foulings
• Proven performance in NZ and South Pacific waters.

Sea~Barrier Altra is a new, patented silyl acrylate polymer based antifouling designed to protect hulls from marine growth through an outstanding controlled self polishing hydrolysis action - the silyl acrylate, cuprous oxide and co-biocide combination provides exceptional multi-season protection.

Extensive testing and sea trials show Sea~Barrier Altra to be providing exceptionally cost effective, long term protection for commercial & deep water use. Ideal for work vessels of virtually any description such as fishing fleets, tugs and barges, container ships, passenger and vehicle ferries, and vessels trading in deep sea or coastal waters.

Solvent-free patching compound used for repairing pits, cracks and voids in steel, concrete, wood and other surfaces. Has the unique ability to be mixed, applied and cured underwater.
 

MTO. Imported line subject to availability.