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

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

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability.

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

This fast cure high build polyaspartic coating provides excellent corrosion protection as well as long term weatherability in just one coat. It can be applied direct to metal (DTM) at 150 to 250 microns dry film thickness (DFT) to eliminate the need for typical primers and/or intermediate coats.
This significantly speeds up the painting process, saves labour, and saves money without sacrificing performance. If even better corrosion protection is desired it can be applied over our time proven Carbozinc or Carboguard primers.

FEATURES:

• Fast cure speeds the painting process
• High build, 150 to 250μm DFT per coat
• Excellent corrosion protection
• Meets ISO 12944-6 C3 High, one coat applied DTM
• Saves significant time, labour and money
• Excellent weathering
• Exceeds SSPC Coating Specification No. 39 Level 3A, highest level for aliphatic polyurea
• Exceeds SSPC Coating Specification No. 36 Level 3A, highest level for aliphatic polyurethane
• Very good flexibility and elongation
• Excellent abrasion and impact resistance
• Excellent wetting and adhesion
• Extremely durable to help provide long service life
• Low VOC and low HAPS
• Indefinite recoatability
• Successful case history for use as a quick-turn line marking system. Refer to your local representative for further information.

Thin film, high gloss finish with exceptional weathering performance characteristics. Used extensively in virtually all industrial markets, Carbothane 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)
• Very good aged re-coatability
• Excellent flow characteristics allow for application by spray or roller
• Superior impact and abrasion resistance
• Indefinite recoatability

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.

Made to Order or imported lines subject to availability.

Carboxane 2000 is an isocyanate-free, ultra-durable coating that provides outstanding colour and gloss retention as well as excellent corrosion protection for exterior exposures. When used over a suitable primer (as a two coat system) Carboxane 2000 provides the barrier, corrosion resistance properties, and weatherability normally achieved with a three-coat system (primer, epoxy intermediate with an acrylic-polyurethane finish) for most environments. This significantly speeds up the painting process, saves labour, and saves money without sacrificing performance. This tightly cross-linked film utilises a UV-resistant siloxane binder resulting in a finish with excellent corrosion protection and weathering performance that far exceeds aliphatic polyurethanes.

FEATURES:

• Isocyanate free
• Exceptional weatherability
• Outstanding colour and gloss retention
• Exceeds SSPC Coating Specification No. 36 Level 3A
• Excellent corrosion protection
• Meets ISO 12944 C3 High and C4 Medium, one coat applied at 125 to 175 microns DFT
• High build, 75 to 175 microns DFT
• Saves significant time, labour, and money
• Long service life
• VOC compliant
• Excellent durability
• Good flexibility and abrasion resistance
• Long pot life

Time-tested corrosion resistant primer that provides excellent corrosion protection to steel in some of the harshest environments. For over five decades, Carbozinc 11 has been the industry standard for high-performance inorganic zinc protection on steel structures worldwide.

FEATURES:

• 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 (60°F) and 50% relative humidity
• Low temperature cure down to -18°C
• High zinc loading
• Meets FDA requirements
• Zinc supplied meets ASTM D520 (Type II)
• Meets SSPC Paint 20 Type I, Level 1 for zinc content
• Complies with the composition and performance requirements of AS/NZS 3750.15, Type 4 and AS 4848.1 "Single Coat Inorganic Zinc Silicate"
• Very good resistance to salting
• May be applied with standard airless or conventional spray equipment
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

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.

FEATURES:

• Excellent corrosion protection
• High zinc loading per square foot
• Zero VOC
• Good resistance to salting
• Fast curing, quick handling
• Excellent application characteristics (less likely to pump packing or tip plugging)
• 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

A high-solids, zinc-filled epoxy primer for corrosion protection of structural steel in salt and weathering environments. This high performance primer has quick cure-to-topcoat characteristics for in-shop applications and quick turnaround requirements in the field. It has excellent adhesion and undercutting resistance and is outstanding for use as a corrosion resistant primer for a variety of applications.

FEATURES:

• Protects steel galvanically
• Outstanding application properties
• Cures at low temperatures down to 2ºC
• Complies with AS 3750.9:1994 Type 2 Organic Zinc Rich
• Suitable for application over Wet Abrasive Blast cleaned surfaces
• Protects against corrosion under-cutting
• Tough and abrasion resistant film
• Ideal for severe industrial or marine environments with appropriate topcoats
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

A 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 or airless 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 or architectural projects.

FEATURES:

• Excellent application properties
• Tough abrasion resistant film
• Excellent adhesion & undercutting resistance
• Superior corrosion resistance
• Meets VOC (Volatile Organic Content) regulations, <335 g/litre
• Fast drying for recoat
• Meets or exceeds SSPC Paint System 20 Level 3 (2002)
• Excellent film forming properties eliminate topcoat blistering
• Excellent resistance to salting on weathering exposure

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

A specialised variant of the well-proven Chem~Bar 900. A high-performance aluminium-filled vinyl acrylic suitable for use as a general-purpose aluminium finish and for sealing thermal metal spray.

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
• Shipping Containers

FEATURES:

• Developed from proven technology
• Quality aluminium finish
• Designed for use as a sealer over: zinc metal spray, zinc/aluminium 95/5 metal spray, aluminium metal spray
• Improves the appearance of metal spray
• Increases the performance life of metal spray
• Long term self-recoatability with minimal surface preparation

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

Fast cure, high gloss, aliphatic polyurethane which is ideal for use where a polyurethane finish is specified and where rapid drying is 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
• Fishing vessels
• Off-shore structures
• Shoreside facilities

FEATURES:

• Fast dry to handling - increased throughput
• Rapid dry to recoat
• Good gloss retention and colour retention
• Good chemical resistance
• Good abrasion resistance
• Excellent durability due to high flexibility and toughness
• Good retention of cosmetic properties due to high UV resistance
• Good resistance to marring, chipping, and scratching
• Wide colour selection
• Excellent aged recoatability
• Approved for use in food & dairy processing plants

Designed for road surfaces with a relatively high vehicle traffic count, providing a higher level of durability than traditional road marking paints.

FEATURES:

• Excellent bleed resistance on bituminous surfaces.
• Suitable for high traffic roads
• Excellent adhesion to concrete surfaces
• Rapid dry
• Single coat application
• High build
• Approved to NZTA M07

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.

FEATURES:

• Excellent wicking characteristics resulting in very good adhesion to a variety of substrates
• Low stress during application and cure, can be applied over aged coatings and tight rust
• Universal primer and tie-coat
• Very low VOC, less than 100 g/l, and low odour for compliance in many stringent locations
• Low temperature cure with Epoxy Accelerator to extend the painting season
• Good pot life in hotter weather without Epoxy Accelerator, one Rustbond PS for year-round application
• User-friendly application with brush, roller, and spray
• Tolerates higher dry film thickness (DFT) range, easier to apply
• Excellent sealer for metallising and thermal sprayed aluminium (TSA)

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.
May be left untopcoated in non-corrosive atmospheres. For this type of service 75 microns DFT is recommended.
Zinkex 100 is suitable for maintenance use in the following areas:

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

FEATURES:

• Single Pack - Easy to use
• Compatible with chlorinated rubber and vinyl topcoats
• Cures well at low temperatures
• High metallic zinc content - over 90%
• Only 50 microns DFT required when used as a primer within a system
• Excellent galvanic corrosion protection