Products in Marine Coatings

AFCONA 5207 is a very economical dispersant with good pigment stabilizing performance. It functions as a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-based architectural and decorative paints, also a very suitable dispersant for printing ink. It will stabilize most of the pigments that are commonly used in these systems.

Dar-Tech Portaryte® B50/10 is produced from carefully selected, very white, naturally occurring baryte. The standardized quality of Dar-Tech Portaryte® is guaranteed by means of an ISO 9001-certified quality management plan. The chemical composition of the raw material and the finished product is closely monitored, and the particle size is kept within a narrow variation. Fine grades of Dar-Tech Portaryte® fillers have been specially developed for powder coating applications. They are successfully used as an alternative for fine synthetic blanc fixe in high-gloss applications.

AFCONA 4201 is a polyurethane dispersant that has been developed using an innovative concept, which is based on a newly developed intermediate monomer and anchoring groups. It has a high molecular weight and is capable of deflocculating all types of pigments. It is a modified polyurethane polymer.

AFCONA 2045 is a silicone-based defoamer used to prevent the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application of solvent-based coatings, including polyurethane clear coats. It is effective even in difficult situations such as airless spray, brush, and roller application, and has strong defoaming properties with a very good transparent appearance.

AFCONA 5054 is a wetting and dispersing additive to prevent sedimentation and flooding of pigments. It helps to reduce interfacial tension between hydrophilic pigments/extenders and the binder, forming a lattice structure with the pigments at the same time. It stabilizes pigment through electrical charge repulsion forces.

AFCONA 4047 is a high molecular weight polymeric dispersant for the deflocculation of all types of pigments. AFCONA 4047 is a highly effective polymeric dispersant used to stabilize inorganic and organic pigments, as well as carbon blacks. Steric hindrance provides very good stability performance with all type of pigments.

AFCONA 3238 is an additive designed as a slip and leveling agent that also offers defoaming. For matte finish coatings, the addition of AFCONA 3238 will help in the orientation of matting agents. In UV curing systems, this product further reduces gloss when added together with a matting agent.

AFCONA 5044 is an anionic/cationic wetting and dispersing additive to improve the wetting of pigment surfaces and organically treated bentonites. AFCONA 5044 is an additive for pigment dispersion. It reduces the interfacial tension between the vehicle and pigments or extenders. It stabilizes the pigments through electrical charge repulsion forces.

Dar-Tech Portaryte® B40/10 is produced from carefully selected, very white, naturally occurring baryte. The standardized quality of Dar-Tech Portaryte® is guaranteed by means of an ISO 9001-certified quality management plan. The chemical composition of the raw material and the finished product is closely monitored, and the particle size is kept within a narrow variation. Fine grades of Dar-Tech Portaryte® fillers have been specially developed for powder coating applications. They are successfully used as an alternative for fine synthetic blanc fixe in high-gloss applications.

Dar-Tech Portaryte® B8 is produced from carefully selected, very white, naturally occurring baryte. The standardized quality of Dar-Tech Portaryte® is guaranteed by means of an ISO 9001-certified quality management plan. The chemical composition of the raw material and the finished product is closely monitored, and the particle size is kept within a narrow variation. Fine grades of Dar-Tech Portaryte® fillers have been specially developed for powder coating applications. They are successfully used as an alternative for fine synthetic blanc fixe in high-gloss applications.

Pangel B20 is a powdered additive with a high thickening and anti-settling capacity for intermediate polarity systems, particularly recommended for systems based on aromatic and unsaturated polyester type solvents. It provides thixotropic, suspension and sagging-resistance properties to systems based on aromatic and unsaturated polyester type solvents, Pangel B20 does not require the use of a polar activator for its dispersion.

Minex® ST 4 A100-10 is a functional filler that is produced from nepheline syenite, a naturally occurring, silica-deficient sodium-potassium alumina silicate. Automated scanning electron microscopy confirms that Minex® ST grades contain less than one-tenth of one percent crystalline silica. No free crystalline silica is detectable in the mineral complex. All Minex® ST grades are processed and sized with rigid adherence to Covia’s QIPSM quality assurance programs.

Pangel B10 is a powdered additive with a high thickening and anti-settling capacity for intermediate-low polarity systems, particularly recommended for systems based on white spirit type solvents. The dispersion process of Pangel B10 is similar to that of other solid components of the formulation, being necessary to ensure appropriate product wetting and the application of sufficient mechanical energy (shear). Equipment such as cowles, dissolvers, silverson types, colloidal mills, horizontal, vertical, and basket grinding equipment are enough to obtain a good dispersion.

Crystic® Isophthalic Brush Topcoat 65PAX is a general purpose, brush isophthalic topcoat which cures tack free when applied to the reverse side of a laminate. It can be used in applications where the back surface of a polyester laminate needs to be given a gelcoat finish to improve aesthetics.

Crystic® Isophthalic Spray Gelcoat GT-1000 is a gelcoat range providing a fast, precise service producing high quality gelcoats for you. Recommended for use in all markets including marine, land transport and building applications. It is also suitable for general molding requirements.

Crestakyd® 30-5067 is a fast drying short oil alkyd supplied in xylene for use in airdry and force-dry primers and topcoats. It is recommended for use in air-dry and force-dry primers and topcoats in a variety of general industrial metal coating applications.

Crystic® Brush Mouldguard (B) is a flexible pre-accelerated thixotropic coating material for mold protection. It has been formulated for brush application and is available in a restricted range of colors. It has been specifically developed for the protection from composite molds when put into storage or for transportation. The cured coating has been designed to give easy stripping from stored moulds prior to re-use.

Crestakyd® 10-1019 is a fast drying alkyd that has excellent brushability and flow characteristics, as well as good gloss retention and weathering resistance. This long oil air drying alkyd can be used for economical decorative and do-it-yourself paints, including primers, topcoats, and varnishes.

Crestamould® VE 690PA is a pre-accelerated, thixotropic, modified vinyl ester resin. This product is developed for use as a skin coat in tooling and marine applications. It has excellent blister resistance, and it significantly reduces the occurrence of print-through to produce durable moldings with an enhanced surface finish.

Crystic® Isophthalic Brush Gelcoat LS 88PA is an isophthalic gelcoat. It is pre-accelerated and formulated for brush application and is recommended for use in all markets including marine, land transport and building applications. It is also suitable for general molding requirements.

Crystic® Brush Topcoat 506PA White is a pre-accelerated Topcoat with excellent water and weather resistance, designed for use in the marine and building industries. It is based on a high quality isophthalic-NPG polyester resin and has been formulated for application by roller or brush. The product is pigmented using a highly UV resistant grade of titanium dioxide.

Crystic® Gelcoat LS 97PA Isopthalic Spray is our best weathering isophthalic spray gelcoat. It exhibits low color change and superior gloss retention when compared to all other isophthalic competitive gel coats tested. This product can be used across all markets, and it has excellent water resistance and Lloyd's approval for the marine market.

Crestakyd® 44-5027 is a short oil alkyd with phenolic resin and rosin modification. It exhibits rapid initial and through drying and high resistance to water, fuels and oil. This modified air drying alkyd has good flexibility and adhesion to metallic substrates.

Crystic® Brush Topcoat 507PA is a pre-accelerated Topcoat with excellent water and weather resistance, designed for use in the marine and building industries. It is based on a high quality isophthalic-NPG polyester resin and has been formulated for application by brush. The product is pigmented using a highly UV resistant grade of titanium dioxide.

Crystic® Isophthalic Brush Gelcoat 65PA is a general purpose Isophthalic brush gelcoat used successfully globally across all market sectors for years. Molders choose this gelcoat over competitive products because of its exceptional handling properties in production, good flexibility, good gloss and ease of repair.

Crystic® Isophthalic Spray Gelcoat GT-900 is a high performance isophthalic gelcoat, filled, pre-accelerated and formulated for spray application. It has been developed to have excellent intrinsic water and weather resistance. The viscosity profile ensures even coverage with minimal drainage and low film porosity. This product is recommended for use in the marine, building and transport industries. It is also suitable for general molding requirements.

Crystic® Laminating Resin 406PA is a pre-accelerated, thixotropic, orthophthalic polyester resin. This laminating resin has rapid wet out and low exotherm, making it ideal for multi-layer laminates in spray or hand-lay applications. It has a gel time of 18 minutes and Lloyd's approval. This product is suitable for use in marine, transportation, building and construction, and industrial applications.

Crystic® Low Viscosity Gelcoat 64PA is a high performance isophthalic gelcoat, pre-accelerated and formulated for brush or roller application. It is recommended for use in all markets including marine, land transport and building applications and is also suitable for general molding requirements. Crystic® Gelcoat 64PA is approved by Lloyd'™s Register of Shipping.

Crestakyd® 10-3000 is an air drying alkyd that has excellent brushability and flow characteristics, as well as good gloss retention and weathering resistance. It is used for interior and exterior decorative enamels, marine and topside paints. Also suitable for undercoats, maintenance primers and floor varnishes.

Crestamould® VE 679PA is a pre-accelerated, thixotropic, DCPD-modified vinyl ester resin. This product has been developed for use as a skin coat in marine and tooling applications. It has excellent blister resistance, reduced print through, a 23-minute gel time, and Lloyd's approval.

Crestakyd® 41-5009 is a styrene-modified alkyd based upon a blend of mixed non-yellowing oils and supplied as a solution in xylene. It is a very versatile resin that gives paints with high gloss and good resistance properties. It is also used in the marine industry for quick drying coatings.

Crystic® Isophthalic Brush Gelcoat GT-600 is our gelcoat range providing a fast, precise service producing high quality gelcoats for you. Recommended for use in all markets including marine, land transport and building applications. It is also suitable for general molding requirements.

Crestakyd® 10-2033 is a fast drying alkyd that has excellent brushability and flow characteristics, as well as good gloss retention and weathering resistance. This long oil air drying alkyd can be used for economical decorative and D.I.Y house paints, including primers, topcoats and varnishes. It has good compatibility with “universal” colorants.

Circa 1850® NU-LUSTRE-55 cures to a thick, high gloss coat in about 24 hours. One coat is usually all that is needed to produce the desired finish. Additional coats may be applied after previous coats have cured for a minimum of 24 hours, lightly sanding in between coats. NU-LUSTRE-55 may be applied over almost any surface, rough or smooth. It may be applied over leather, wood, varnish, ceramics, rocks, stones, dried flowers, shells, and many others. It is ideal as a gap/cavity/crack filler. If in doubt, test a small sample of the item you wish to cover. NU-LUSTRE-55 will NOT ADHERE to silicone or wax. Before starting on your project, we strongly suggest you do a TEST PIECE to help you become familiar with this type of product, and for you to decide whether this will be the right product for the type of project you are doing.

Circa 1850® NU-LUSTRE-27 cures to a thick, high gloss coat in about 24 hours. One coat is usually all that is needed to produce the desired finish. Additional coats may be applied after previous coats have cured for a minimum of 24 hours, lightly sanding in between coats. NU-LUSTRE-27 may be applied over almost any surface, rough or smooth. It may be applied over leather, wood, varnish, ceramics, rocks, stones, dried flowers, shells, and many others. It is ideal as a gap/cavity/crack filler. If in doubt, test a small sample of the item you wish to cover. NU-LUSTRE-27 will NOT ADHERE to silicone or wax. Before starting on your project, we strongly suggest you do a TEST PIECE to help you become familiar with this type of product, and for you to decide whether this will be the right product for the type of project you are doing.

Circa 1850® NU-LUSTRE-57 cures to a thick, high gloss coat in about 24 hours. One coat is usually all that is needed to produce the desired finish. Additional coats may be applied after previous coats have cured for a minimum of 24 hours, lightly sanding in between coats. NU-LUSTRE-57 may be applied over almost any surface, rough or smooth. It may be applied over leather, wood, varnish, ceramics, rocks, stones, dried flowers, shells, and many others. It is ideal as a gap/cavity/crack filler. If in doubt, test a small sample of the item you wish to cover. NU-LUSTRE-57 will NOT ADHERE to silicone or wax. Before starting on your project, we strongly suggest you do a TEST PIECE to help you become familiar with this type of product, and for you to decide whether this will be the right product for the type of project you are doing.