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Structural steel equipment in refineries and power plants is under constant attack from the deadly effects of corrosion. However, there is now a revolutionary solvent-free epoxy that can protect this essential steel for as long as 20 to 30 years.
Sixteen years in the making, Jotun has developed a groundbreaking epoxy which answers the need to protect steel corrosion for industries such as energy, marine, construction, and more.
In the beginning, this industry solution seemed too daunting and complex, but following 13 years of research and development from Jotun’s team of top chemists, as well as vigorous testing and assistance from some of the largest shipbuilders in the world, Jotun was able to commercially launch the product three years ago in Europe and Asia. Now, Jotun is introducing Jotacote Universal S120 to the Americas.
Numerous steel structures, dry storage facilities, ships, and many other components are now protected by COVALLOX™ Technology found in Jotacote Universal S120.
Jotun has three main goals with the introduction of Jotacote Universal S120.
Goal one: Protecting Customers’ Property from Corrosion
The annual cost of corrosion globally is $2.5 trillion according to a recent NACE study. That is equivalent to 3%-4% of GDP of most manufacturing countries which is spent on the debilitating effect of corrosion of property. Jotun’s customers’ assets can be found in the most severe climates with air pollutants and sea water surroundings, which make corrosion more aggressive and costly to mitigate and control. Jotun may not have stopped corrosion completely in 13 years, but the company sure got very close and the benefits are being shared with Jotun customers today, including major chemical plants, tank terminals and marine fleets. Jotun provides a protective barrier which is so robust it slows down and virtually stops corrosion from penetrating and growing.
Goal two: Save Customers Labor and Money
Damage to property and constant steel replacement due to corrosion had to be minimized. The amount of money spent on continued maintenance is mind boggling for most companies operating in extremely corrosive environments on land or sea. Jotun wants to significantly extend the maintenance cycle, stop the rust from causing damage and reduce the amount of labor and coatings needed to maintain the lifecycle of structural steel used in varying industries.
The patented COVALLOX™ Technology exceeds expectations with its unique use of Covalent chemical bonding between the paint and the substrate. A covalent bond is 10 times stronger than the typical hydrogen bond used in epoxy chemistries in the past. This innovative formulation uses Covalent bonds which chemically anchor the epoxy to the steel substrate by not allowing water to replace the Covalent anchors. The original hydrogen bonds used in original epoxies were quickly breached and replaced by water and other contaminates which increased rust and damage to assets. Virtually no rust creepage or delamination of existing coating occurs, even if the coating is damaged.
Goal three: Reduce VOC Emissions and Develop a Solvent-Free Product
The coating is solvent free and has almost no volatile organic compounds, thereby reducing the costs of air pollutant permits and taxes. Excess VOCs can stop future growth capacity when the local VOC limits reach their allowable output for customers. This product stops the costly need for VOC abatement systems as well. There are no hazardous air pollutants, no crystalline silica, no exempt solvents, and no carcinogens in this epoxy formula.
Imagine what an epoxy coating with these features could do for your facility:
- Prevent corrosion for as long as 20 to 30 years
- A Covalent bond is 10 times greater than a typical epoxy H bond
- Patented double lock mechanism/almost “no under cutting”
- Almost Zero “0” VOC emissions
- No HAPs - Hazardous Air Pollutants
- No Crystalline Silica
- Flexible – excellent edge retention
- Conventional air, roller or brush applied
- Cut labor and use of maintenance coatings by half or more
- First solvent-free PSPC-WBT approved system in a single Coat
- Solvent free with no exempt solvents
- Low to no odor
- Save on VOC permits, taxes, and abatement systems
- Reduce Carbon footprint substantially
- Use as a one-coat system
- Compatible with most topcoats and substrates
- Use in immersed application
The conclusion is simple and a game-changing industry solution. Finally, a revolutionary new epoxy that is unique in its superior corrosion protection, durability, effect on the atmosphere and the safety of employees. The epoxy lasts up to 20 to 30 years with minimal corrosion. Introducing Jotacote Universal S120 with patented COVALLOX™ technology.
To find out more about Jotun’s total asset protection and coating solutions for industrial markets, visit Jotun.com.
