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

Fast cure iso-cyanate-free epoxy-acrylic gloss coating for industrial and marine and off-shore applications where use of polyurethane coatings is banned or undesirable.

FEATURES:

• Isocyanate free
• Early through-curing
• User friendly wet edge characteristics - cuts over-spray ‘flashing’
• Excellent colour and gloss** retention
• Good chemical resistance
• Good chalk resistance
• Excellent durability
• Excellent aged self re-coat

* metallic colours are not gloss and gloss level may be colour dependent

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

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

Aliphatic Acrylic-Polyester Polyurethane Satin Finish

High build, low sheen finish that has excellent resistance to corrosion, chemicals and abrasion. Suitable for application over a number of Carboline primers and intermediates, this material provides very good weathering performance in a broad range of colours

• Outstanding performance properties in both mild and aggressive environments
• High build; suitable for many two-coat systems
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants
• Application by spray, brush or roller
• Indefinite recoatability
• VOC compliant to current AIM regulations

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

Carbotherm 3300 is a ceramic blend insulative composite coating formulated using a high temperature resistant acrylic binder.

It is ideally suited as a protective heat barrier to shield personnel from hot surfaces. It also inhibits heat transfer into or out of a structure. Its insulative properties keep structures exposed to solar radiation significantly cooler. It can be used to minimize or eliminate sweating of pipes or other operating equipment

• Excellent thin-film insulation
• Unique formula provides superior coverage during application
• Protects personnel from hot surfaces
• Multi-purpose interior/exterior coating
• Insulation provides anti-condensation properties
• Easy to use

Zero VOC; Low odour at application

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability.

A weldable pre-construction inorganic zinc primer for shop use only.

FEATURES:

• Welds made over Carboweld 11 coated steel are equal in every respect to welds made to uncoated steel.
• Designed to protect steel during construction phase of projects under normal conditions.
• Can be topcoated for additional long term protection for atmospheric exposures.
• Weld spatter does not adhere to or damage the coating.
• Can be welded as quickly and easily as bare steel at production line speeds without loss in strength or consistency of the weld.
• Dries to touch and to handle in 3 to 5 minutes.

Time-tested corrosion resistant primer that protects steel galvanically in the harshest environments. For over four decades, Carbozinc 11 (CZ 11) has been the industry standard for high-performance inorganic zinc protection on steel structures worldwide

• CZ 11 meets Class B slip co-efficient and creep testing criteria for use on faying surfaces
• Rapid cure. Dry to handle in 45 minutes at 16°C and 50% relative humidity.
• Low temperature cure down to -18°C.
• High zinc loading.
• Meets FDA requirements in grey color.
• Available in ASTM D520, Type II zinc version.
• Very good resistance to salting.
• May be applied with standard airless or conventional spray equipment.
• Complies with the composition and performance requirements of:
  • AS/NZS 3750.15, Type 4
  • AS 4848.1:2006 Single Coat Inorganic Zinc Silicate

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability.

Carbozinc 11 WB is a water-based inorganic zinc rich primer that protects steel galvanically, eliminating subfilm corrosion. It meets VOC regulations while providing the proven performance of silicate zinc rich technology. It may be used as a primer under many different types of topcoats

• Excellent corrosion protection
• High zinc loading per square metre
• Zero VOC
• Good resistance to salting
• Fast curing, quick handling
• Excellent application characteristics (less likely to pump packing or tip plug)
• Meets Class B slip coefficient* and creep testing criteria for use on faying surfaces.
• Conforms to AS/NZS 3750.15 Type 3

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

A very economic, two-component, high solids, zinc rich epoxy primer formulated for the protection of properly prepared steel substrates.

Carbozinc 859 EZ2 can be applied by conventional, airless, or plural component spray. Recommended where a high performance, highly corrosion resistant zinc primer is desired.

Typical applications include structural steel, tanks, piping, equipment and other miscellaneous parts in industrial, offshore or architectural projects.

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

High gloss, high performance, two component, chemically cured polyaspartic urethane designed for use in areas where maximum gloss and colour retention are required.

FEATURES:

• Polyaspartic acrylic technology provides exceptional gloss and colour retention
• Outstanding cosmetic properties
• Outstanding abrasion resistance
• Excellent durability due to high flexibility and toughness
• Exceptional retention of cosmetic properties due to high UV resistance
• Outstanding chemical resistance
• Light colours along with a finish coat of Carbothane 130 Clear Coat may be used as an anti-graffiti system due to the excellent solvent resistance - refer also to and Easy~Clean SX Additive
• High volume solids - Low VOC
• Available with Ultra-Fresh Antimicrobial Additive where hygienic germ-free coating systems are required.
• Tested and in compliance to Main Roads WA - Specification 908 and NZTA (Waka Kotahi) - Specification S10 for Anti-Graffiti Coatings
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

Graded silica blend for epoxy putty / mortar mixes

Reinforcing additive for a range of Carboguard epoxy coatings

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability. 

A glass flake-filled coating with dense cross-linking that exhibits excellent overall chemical resistance to a variety of aggressive chemicals. Glass reinforcement provides added abrasion resistance, permeation resistance and internal reinforcement.

Phenoline® 1205 exhibits very good acid resistance. Excellent for lining tanks or pipes in process facilities where hot water or abrasive conditions exist. Also used as a primary or secondary containment lining for a variety of aggressive chemicals

• Excellent resistance to ethanol, gasoline, jet fuels and solvents
• Excellent abrasion resistance
• Excellent thermal shock resistance
• Excellent resistance to deionized or demineralised water up to 82°C
• Excellent resistance to crude oil, brine or water up to 93°C

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability. 

High solids modified novalac epoxy, with excellent low temperature cure and outstanding chemical resistance.

Provides immersion grade service for a vast range of chemicals (refer Data Sheet)  in a wide range of industries:

Wastewater

Petrochemical

Industrial manufacturing / processing

Chemical transport

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability. 

Amine Adduct cured epoxy. This product is a solvent-free, high performance epoxy coating designed as an internal tank, valve and pipe lining for chemical or other commodity storage.

The product is blush resistant and is typically applied at film thicknesses of 500-625 microns or thicker as needed (tank floors). It will withstand exposures typically seen in the oil and gas industries; crude oils and fuels. It is resistant to NGL condensates, produced water, brines, and industrial process water.

This product is a solvent-free, high performance epoxy coating specifically designed as a pit
filling primer with ideal flow properties allowing it to wet-out and fill moderate to severe pitting on
steel tank bottoms. It's unique formula allows simple batch mixing for ease of application. With an
appropriate lining, it can handle exposures typically seen in the oil and gas industries. It is resistant
to crude oil, NGL condensates, produced water, brines, and industrial process water.

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability. 

Reactamine Joint Seal FC is a 2-component 100% solids, polyurea-based joint sealant that is self-leveling and cures in approximately 30 minutes. It works equally well with asphalt and concrete and protects interior horizontal concrete expansion and control joints from spalling, chipping and breakdown. This product can be applied at temperatures ranging from -18° to 65°C and possesses excellent chemical resistance, water resistance and thermal stability at both high and low temperatures

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.

Single package silicone finish.

High-performance finish for areas exposed to extreme temperatures. Suitable for service from 204°C-538°C (400°F-1000°F) and surges to 650°C. Requires heat curing.

Resistant to severe thermal shock

Provides outstanding long-term performance when applied over Carbozinc inorganic zinc primers

Air-dries to touch (full film formation properties occurs after heat curing)

Made to order or imported product subject to availability.

This is an extreme performance coating for hot, cryogenic and cycling exposures. Thermaline Heat Shield contains a unique blend of plate-like reinforcing pigments fortified with an inert polymeric matrix. The resulting film provides an outstanding barrier against corrosives and harsh exposures typically seen in elevated temperature environments. This versatile coating is ideal for all piping, vessels and equipment operating from cryogenic conditions up to 650°C (1200°F). It is particularly well suited to prevent corrosion under insulated equipment/piping for both carbon steel substrates and stainless steels. This fortified coating has superior shop handling properties over standard silicone coatings (see Curing). It is recommended for CS-6 and SS-5 systems of NACE SP0198 Standard Practice for coatings to control corrosion under insulation (CUI).

FEATURES:

• Unique reinforced but flexible polymer film
• Versatile use from cryogenic to 650°C (1200°F) exposures
• Dries to handle without heat cure (See curing schedule)
• Outstanding barrier properties
• Protects steel from thermal wet cyclic conditions
• Suitable for both shop and field application
• Provides corrosion protection even with ambient temperature cure
• Self priming or apply over Carbozinc 11 primers when uninsulated
• Protects stainless steels from chlorides and stress corrosion cracking
• Very fast recoat times

Zinkex 100 is an excellent primer for chlorinated rubber and vinyl finish coats. It may be used as a “cold galvanising” coating for the repair of hot-dip galvanised surfaces.

Zinkex 100 may be left untopcoated in non-corrosive atmospheres.

Zinkex 100 is suitable for maintenance use in the following areas:

• Chemical Industry
• Food Industry
• Dairy Industry
• Steel Bridges
• Transmission Towers