Architectural Fluoropolymer Powder Coatings

Global Manufacturing Network THE AMERICAS CANADA Head Office Protech Chemicals Ltd. 7600 Henri-Bourassa West Montreal, Quebec H4S 1W3 Tel: 514-745-0200 Fax: 514-745-5774 email: [email protected] Protech Chemicals Ltd. 150 Klondike Dr. North York, Ontario M9L 1X3 Tel: 416-667-9697 Fax: 416-667-0460 email: [email protected] UNITED STATES Protech Powder Coatings Inc. 21 Audrey Place Fairfield, New Jersey 07004 Tel: 862-702-3537 Fax: 973-257-0114 email: [email protected] Protech Powder Coatings Inc. 11110 Berea Rd Ste 1 Cleveland, Ohio 44102 Tel: 216-631-2002 email: [email protected] Protech Powder Coatings Inc. 939 Monocacy Rd York, Pennsylvania 17404 Tel: 717-767-6996 Fax: 717-767-6993 email: [email protected] Protech Powder Coatings Inc. (Thermoclad) 4690 Iroquois Avenue Erie, Pennsylvania 16511 Tel: 814-899-7628 Fax: 814-899-1739 email: [email protected]

CHILE Corporación Peruana de Producto Químicos (CPPQ) Pinturas Tricolor S.A. Avda Claudio Arrau 9440 Pudahuel Santiago Chile Tel : +56 02 2908761 Fax: +56 02 6011912 email: [email protected] COLOMBIA Industria de Electrodomésticos S.A. Indusel S.A. Autopista (AC57R) Sur 67-59 Bogotá D.C., Colombia Tel: +57 1 724 5151 Fax: +57 1 724 5150 email: [email protected] PERU Corporación Peruana de Producto Químicos (CPPQ) Industrias Vencedor S.A. Av. Jorge Chávez 154 - 803 Miraflores ,Lima 18. Perú Tel: +51 1202 0000 Fax: +51 444 0909 email: [email protected]

EUROPE / MIDDLE EAST/ AFRICA BELGIUM Oxyplast Belgium NV Hulsdonk 35 B-9042 Gent-Mendonk Belgium Tel : +32 9 326 79 20 Fax : +32 9 337 01 59 email: [email protected]

THE CZECH REPUBLIC Protech-Oxyplast CZ (formerly Ekopowder) Janska 18 746 01 Opava Tel: +420 553 615 901 email: [email protected] SAUDI ARABIA Gulf Powder Polyester & Epoxy Coating Factory 2nd Industrial Arear P.O. Box 6416 SA – 11442 Riyadh Saudi Arabia Tel: +966 126 519 77 Fax: +966 126 520 32 email: [email protected]

ASIA / PACIFIC CHINA Foshan Lea Hin Coatings Co. Ltd. Long Jin Road, Nanzhuang Town, Chancheng Foshan City, Guangdong Province China 528061 Tel: +86 757 85396055 Fax: +86 757 85396044 email: [email protected] INDONESIA PT Oxyplast Indonesia Jl. Raya Beji, Bangil Km. 4 Desa Cangkringmalang, Kec. Beji ID – 67154 Pasuruan, Jawa Timur Indonesia Tel: +62 343 656 886 Fax: +62 343 656 882 email: [email protected] [email protected]

MALAYSIA Oxyhin Sdn Bhd Lot 1, Jalan 13/3 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Malaysia Tel: +60 379 565 599 Fax: +60 379 565 232 email: [email protected]

VIETNAM Dai Phu Co., Ltd. D2/1 Road 1B, Vinh Loc Industrial Park Binh Tan District, Hochiminh City Vietnam Tel: +848. 37653387 Fax: +848. 37653386 email: [email protected]

PAKISTAN Berger Paints (Pakistan) Limited 28-KM Multan Road Lahore Pakistan Tel: +92 423 7543445-9 Fax: +92 423 7543450 email: [email protected] PHILIPPINES Diversys Spectrum Products, Inc. 111 North Main Avenue, Laguna Technopark Binan, Laguna 4024 Philippines Tel: (+63-2) 786-7201 Fax: (+63-2) 786-7218 email: [email protected] www.diversysph.com SINGAPORE Lea Hin Co. (Powder Manufacturers) Pte Ltd 293 Alexandra Road SG – 159940 Singapore Republic of Singapore Tel: +65 6 47 56 198 Fax: +65 6 47 36 185 email: [email protected] [email protected] THAILAND Siam Oxyplast Co. Ltd. 7 Soi Prachauthid 33 Yeak 9, Bangmod, Thungkru, Bangkok 10140 Thailand Tel: +66 02 427 9995-7 Fax: +66 02 427 9998 email: [email protected]

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Arnum As Electrostatica Dr. E. Iberlucea 1141 Haedo(1706) Pcia. De Bs. Argentina Tel: (5411) 4659-4724 Fax : (5411) 4443-5810 email: [email protected]

GREAT BRITAIN Oxyplast UK Bradley Hall Industrial Estate, Unit 35a, Standish, Wigan Lancashire WN6 0XQ Tel: 01257 473924 Fax: 01257 425438 email: [email protected]

MEXICO Protech Mexicana S.A. de C.V. Laguna No. 24 Col. Ampl. Los Alpes Delegacion Alvaro Obregon Mexico D.F. C.P. 01710 Tel: 514-745-0200 Fax: 514-745-5774 email: [email protected] VENEZUELA Industrias Granitop Final Calle El Oficio, Galpón S/N, Zona Industrial Los Naranjos, Guarenas, Edo. Miranda. Tel: 362.74.13/ 38.39 www.granitop.com.ve

HUNGARY Polipowder Kft. 6000, Kecskemét Téglás u. 7/b fszt. 2. Tel: +36 70 364 89 04 email: [email protected] www.polipowder.com

IRELAND Goodbody Ltd. Unit F, Solus Tower Ind. Est. Corke Abbey Bray, County Wicklow Ireland Tel: 0035 312 827 353 Fax: 0035 312 814 477 email: [email protected] ISRAEL Barak Bar-On Mark. & Tech. 11 Zait St. P.O.Box 4708 48 571 Rosh-Ha’Ayin Israël Tel: 0097 239 027 229 Fax: 0097 239 384 269

POLAND Protech Oxyplast Poland Promal Coatings SP.Z. o.o Ul. Elektroniczna 2 05-500 Piaseczno Poland Tel: 0048 22 70 29 313 Fax: 0048 22 70 29 302 email: [email protected] www.protechpowder.com

LITHUANIA JSC Geosiluma (Baltija) Zilviciu 17, Teleiciu KM. Garliavos Sen., Kauno Raj, Lithuania Tel: 0037 037 291 244 Fax: 0037 037 291 244 email: [email protected]

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Architectural Fluoropolymer Powder Coatings

Product Overview Sol-arTM is Protech/Oxyplast’s high-performance line of protective powder coatings for architectural applications. Sol-arTM is formulated using the latest generation fluoropolymer resin system that ensures outstanding weathering performance and excellent resistance from extended exposure to the damaging effects of UV rays and environmental conditions. The high tensile strength and mar resistance of Sol-arTM coatings prevents damage during handling, transportation and installation of the finished product. With its broad palette of colours and gloss range, Sol-arTMallows architects the flexibility of design creativity along with optimal protection from the elements. The Sol-arTM series offers an extraordinary variety of applications including:

• Aluminium Extrusions • Lampposts • Stadium Seating • Billboards

• Road Signs • Park Benches • Roof Tiles • Door and Window Trim

The unique formulation and fluoropolymer backbone of Sol-arTM offer many features and advantages. • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Available in a wide range of colours and gloss Custom formulations possible Meets AAMA 2605 specifications Qualifies for LEED credits Environmentally friendly with no release of VOC’s No primer required: one-coat system Outstanding weathering, UV protection and durability Excellent gloss retention Anti-graffiti properties Excellent abrasion, corrosion and mar resistance Cures as low as 190° C (375° F) Colour and over-bake stability Heat resistance up to 232° C (450° F)

AAMA 2605 Requirement Typical Florida Exposure 10-year Colour retention Gloss retention Adhesion Pencil hardness Impact resistance 16 mm ball Falling sand abrasion 40 litres Sealant compatibility Modified salt spray resistance 2000 hours Humidity resistance 4000 hours Muriatic acid resistance Mortar resistance Boiling water resistance Detergent resistance -72 hrs at 100° F (37° C) Nitric acid resistance - fumes 30 minutes

SOL-AR™ Fluoropolymer Powder Result delta E 50% Pass F - no film rupture Pass – no removal Pass Pass – no film damage Pass - less than 2 mm creepage Pass No blisters or change in appearance Pass Pass No blisters or change in appearance Maximum change - 5 delta E units

Product Guarantee SOL-AR™ Approved Applicator Conditions To receive and maintain status as an approved applicator for Sol-ar™ powder coatings, the coater will be audited by a qualified Protech/Oxyplast representative on a biannual basis (6 month intervals). The audit program will include the checklist items listed below. Items related to surface preparation shall be reviewed in conjunction with the pretreatment supplier.

Record Keeping

Dry Off

1. Review logbook containing record of daily titrations, 1. Check dry off oven temperature. temperatures and chemical additions and/or 2. Audit and review oven profile. sandblasting profile. 3. Parts inspection. 2. Review record of pretreatment coating weights. 4. Evaluate time lag between dry off and painting Coating weights should be checked at least once per operation. month. 5. If applicable, check material handling. 3. Review record of powder inventory. Cure Oven 4. Review record of results from control panels. 5. Review sandblasting procedure. 1. Check cure oven temperature. 2. Audit and review oven profile. Washer 3. Parts inspection. 1. Verify that chemical stages are operating within Process Control ranges stated in the logbook. 2. Check washer condition. For spray washer, check 1. Control panel should be done for every production screens and nozzles. For immersion systems, check run. eductors and level of visible contaminants. 2. Perform salt spray evaluation. 3. Check operation of rinses. 3. Perform humidity evaluation. 4. Perform visual inspection of the surface for contaminants and/or debris. Miscellaneous 1. Check ground. 2. Check powder storage conditions. 3. Scan facility for potential contamination sources.

Claims Procedure Claims under warranty (under guarantee) must be submitted in writing according to our claims procedure. A written specification must be submitted to Protech/Oxyplast within four (4) weeks of the detection of any perceived defect. In the event of a claim under warranty, the approved applicator must submit valid documentation. Records required include, but are not limited to: - Chemical wash tank titration records and coating weight (chemical supplier recommendations) - Production records with the following: • Powder lot number and storage conditions • Date of manufacture • Quality control panels • Oven data - Certificate of analysis (COA) of the aluminium substrate - Maintenance records • Production, oven records, quality control data and procedures - Building or particular objects affected by the claim

Product Guarantee SOL-AR™ Fluoropolymer Powder Coatings 30 YEAR WARRANTY Protech/Oxyplast warrants that the Sol-arTM series of powder coatings produced by Protech/ Oxyplast or by any of our licensees, will meet or exceed the performance requirements of GSB, Qualicoat and AAMA 2605 and will maintain film integrity for a minimum of thirty years with normal levels of fading, gloss reduction and chalking. Sol-arTM high performance powder coatings are engineered to meet or exceed the performance requirements set forth in the “Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminium Extrusions and Panels” - American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA 2605). This specification calls for Florida exposure south of latitude 27° North at a 45° angle facing south for a minimum of ten years with a minimum of 50% gloss retention (ASTM 523) and a maximum delta E color change of 5.0 units (Hunter) ASTM D2244. Corrosion resistance and adhesion are a direct function of pretreatment and metal preparation conditions. Therefore, all surface preparation, pretreatment and application procedures must be performed and carried out by approved applicators in strict conformity with Protech/Oxyplast’s instructions and product data sheets. The recommended procedures set forth in AAMA 2605, and all other written specifications, including maintenance and cleaning, must be met. A multi-stage cleaning and pretreatment system is required to remove organic and inorganic surface soils, remove residual oxides, and apply a chemical conversion coating to which organic coatings will firmly adhere. The Sol-arTM high performance series demonstrates the best weatherability in its class when properly applied and fully cured on pretreated substrates conforming to Sol-arTM pretreatment specifications. Our technical advice, whether verbal or in writing, is given in good faith. It does not release the purchaser or the applicator from testing the products as to their suitability for the particular application. This warranty is subject to terms, conditions and limitations. Protech/Oxyplast warrants the customer but not to any successor or assignee of the customer.


Product Overview General Technical Data Application Method: Electrostatic gun (manual or automatic) Appearance: Smooth finish, good flow Specific Gravity: 1.2 – 1.8 Theoretic Coverage: 10.4 m2/kg (51 sq ft/lb) at typical specific gravity of 1.5 and recommended film thickness of 60 microns (2.5 mils) Curing Instructions: 10 minutes at 200° C (400° F) or 15 minutes at 190° C (375° F) (metal temperature) Recommended Film Thickness: 60 to 100 microns (2.5 to 4 mils)

Storage Conditions and Shelf Life Powder coatings should not be subjected to extreme temperatures or high humidity. Exposure to heat and humidity can result in powder agglomeration, application difficulties, and film defects such as excess orange peel and pinholes. We recommend storing powder coatings at a maximum temperature of 27° C (80° F) and at no more than 55% RH. This will ensure a consistent free-flowing powder. Under these conditions most powder coatings will have a typical shelf life of at least 12 months. Refer to a specific product’s Technical Data Sheet for pertinent information.


Performance Florida Exposure Data Protech/Oxyplast Sol-arTM powder coatings meet the strict requirements of AAMA 2605 which details specific Florida exposure requirements. Florida weathering is an international benchmark for comparative testing of weathering performance. High-intensity sunlight, high temperatures, abundant rainfall, and very high humidity combine to create the harsh climate that makes Florida the ideal location for testing exterior durability and performance characteristics such as colour retention, gloss retention, chalk resistance, mildew resistance, film integrity, and cleanability. Photo courtesy of Q-Lab Corporation

Typical Florida Exposure Capability of Sol-ar™ Type Powders

120

Gloss Retention (%)

100 80 60 40 20 0 0

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Exposure Time (Years)

7

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Sol-arTM White vs Standard Polyester & Super Durable Polyester White Powders XENON ARC WEATHERING RESULTS

120

Gloss Retention (%)

100 80 60

Solar SuperDurable

40

Polyester

20 0 0

500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000 7500 8000 8500

Time (hours)

The performance of the standard and super durable polyesters under UV exposure can be colour dependant and may show different results under the same testing conditions. The performance of Sol-ar TM powder coatings will be marginally affected by colour and gloss.

Surface Preparation and Pretreatment Surface preparation is the single most important aspect of the powder finishing system. The performance capabilities of any given coating are directly affected by the quality of the surface preparation. Poor surface preparation can lead to film failures or delamination. The correct choice of pretreatment processes and chemistries is essential to ensure long term film performance.

Surface Preparation For Aluminium Chromating Chromating is the conversion coating process most frequently used for aluminium substrates prior to powder coating. For an optimum balance of adhesion and corrosion resistance, the thickness of the chromate layer must be uniform. AAMA recommends a minimum of 431 mg/m2 or 40 mg/ft2. Excess chromate thickness may result in delamination. Below is a typical chromating process prior to powder coating aluminium: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Degreasing Rinsing Etching Rinsing Deoxidization Rinsing (double rinsing) Chromating Rinsing (double rinsing) Drying

For best results, consult with your pretreatment chemicals supplier for specific product and process recommendations. Non-chromate pretreatment systems are available. Consult with your pretreatment chemicals supplier for specific product and process recommendations.

Surface Preparation For Steel Sandblasting

Zinc-rich powder primer (Protech ES411A67) For best results, consult a sandblast specialist. Below is a typical sandblasting and primer process prior to powder coating steel: 1. 2. 3. 4.

JointSurface Preparation Standard – SSPC-SP5 Apply zinc-rich primer powder coating Bake to achieve full cure DO NOT OVER CURE