Versatile Polyurea Coatings from PPG

Versatile Polyurea Coatings from PPG
Heavy-Duty Polyurea Coatings
from a Global Leader
THE POWER OF POLYUREA
Polyurea is a high-tech, elastomeric coating that is formulated
to be exceptionally flexible yet extremely strong, making it
an amazingly versatile protective coating that can be used on
vehicle bedliners, cabs, underbodies and much more.
Polyurea, like two-component urethane coatings, is formed
by spray-applying a resin and cross-linker together. PPG’s
proprietary resin blend and patented cross-linker allow the
curing process to occur very rapidly and to be much more
tolerant to moisture than the curing process of typical urethane
coatings. Consequently, polyurea coatings can be applied on the
production line or in the field with a reduced risk of defects due
to moisture and humidity.
Unlike the majority of liquid coatings, PPG’s polyurea coatings
contain no solvents. This means that they are non-flammable,
and contain no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or hazardous
air pollutants (HAPs). PPG’s polyurea products cure at room
temperature, which helps save energy by completely eliminating
the need to bake parts after application. Thanks to the unique
chemistry of the polyureas, the coatings are often tack-free in
less than one minute.
Polyurea’s elastomeric nature means that it can withstand impact,
chipping, abrasion and gouging – all without being compromised.
Coatings for Bedliners and Beyond
PERFORMANCE, VERSATILITY AND CHOICE
For nearly a decade, PPG has been supplying polyurea coatings
to major automotive OEMs for use as bedliners in hundreds of
thousands of pickups. PPG offers two distinct lines of heavy-duty
polyurea performance coatings.
DURABULL® extreme-duty coatings are a proven bedliner
solution. Providing exceptional physical protection, durability
and toughness, DuraBull coatings are the only choice for an
extreme-duty bedliner.
Typical polyurea coatings use an aromatic formulation that
begins to fade and fail in sunlight after only a few months of
exposure. DuraBull coatings, however, use proprietary aliphatic
resins and cross-linkers. The resin blend has not been diluted
by the inferior chemistry found in polyurethanes, so the final
coating is exceptionally durable and colorfast.
Aliphatic polyurea technology is light stable as well, allowing
DuraBull coatings to provide excellent UV protection against
yellowing and chalking. DuraBull coatings have been tested for
resistance to weathering, fading, and color change in punishing
standardized tests such as Florida Exposure, WEATHER-OMETER®
(WOM) and QUV testing.
WOM Testing
Initial
Gloss (60˚)
288
Hours
586
Hours
1,347
Hours
3,000
Hours
Competitor 1
7.4
0.5
0
–
–
Competitor 2
7.7
0.1
0
–
–
Competitor 3
2.3
0.1
0
–
–
Competitor 4
72
28
12
2.4
0
DuraBull Coating
30
30
27
25
18
DRAGONHIDE™ heavy-duty coatings combines PPG’s polyurea
formulation expertise with exceptional value. Best used in
underbody or interior applications, DragonHide coatings can
help solve your toughest coatings challenges.
DragonHide coatings have been optimized to provide a high
level of protection from physical abuse and corrosion. They have
been tested for resistance to abrasion, impact, and corrosion
in grueling tests such as gravelometer, salt spray, and TABER®
abrasion. The coating is also resistant to an array of industrial
solvent such as ketones, alcohols, and aromatic solvents.
Formulations
Extreme Performance
Value Performance
DuraBull 1000 Series
A tough, high-performance formulation
DragonHide 1000 Series
A tried and true formulation that balances
performance with value
DuraBull 2000 Series
Increased hardness and chemical resistance
Consumer truck beds, commercial truck bodies and cabs
Typical Uses
Additional Uses
Interior truck cabs, underbody/interior areas, school buses, boats, cargo vans, trailer interiors,
secondary containment, walkways, riot shields, tow hooks, rock rails
Available Colors
8 standard colors, with color matching available. All coatings are formulated
with high-quality, automotive-grade pigments.
A wide range of textures and low-gloss finishes are achievable.
Texture and Finishing
Non-Slip Aggregate: High level of slip resistance, 20-40 grit
Optional Non-Slip
Safety Aggregate
Surface Preparation
Equipment
Requirements
Non-Slip XT Aggregate: Extreme slip resistance, 16-20 grit
For optimal adhesion and maximum performance, an appropriate primer is recommended.
PPG offers a full complement of liquid, powder, and electrocoat primers that have been tested for
compatibility with DuraBull and DragonHide coatings.
Due to the extremely low tack time, product must be sprayed with PPG-approved, high-pressure,
impingement-mixing spray systems. Please contact your PPG representative for equipment details.
NON-SLIP SAFETY AGGREGATE
The majority of non-slip safety coatings available today are applied by roller or hand broadcasting, both widely
inconsistent and inefficient methods. Because the aggregate is placed on top of the coating, it quickly wears away.
PPG, however, has developed an optional, non-slip, recycled plastic aggregate that bonds to, and is encapsulated
by, DuraBull and DragonHide polyurea coatings. PPG’s proprietary spray process ensures efficient, even distribution
throughout the coating in just one step. This combined product retains all of the great performance features of DuraBull
or DragonHide coatings, but adds the safety of a non-slip coating.
EXPERT SERVICE
PPG’s experts can assist you in making sure your equipment meets the stringent temperature,
pressure and mix ratio requirements critical to the successful application of DuraBull and
DragonHide coatings. Testing and calibration is performed to ensure the equipment is working
properly. PPG experts are also available to provide on-site training on how to spray the
products safely and productively.
PPG maintains several Centers of Excellence that support DuraBull and DragonHide coatings.
Our Flint, Michigan facility conducts application research and development, studies robotic
and hand spray capabilities and offers full technical support. Our Cleveland, Ohio facility
performs formulation research and development, color matching and a full complement of
physical and corrosion testing. Finally, our Euclid, Ohio facility manages applications, analysis
and R&D for polyurea coatings and other engineered products.
A GLOBAL PARTNER
PPG Industries has manufacturing facilities and equity affiliates in more than 60 countries
around the globe, many of them dedicated exclusively to Industrial Coatings. This means our
products, knowledge and technical expertise can be delivered to virtually any location on
the planet. No matter what challenges your business faces, PPG can fit seamlessly into your
product development cycle or global supply chain, providing innovative thinking, engineering
expertise and world-class technical support.
To make PPG your single-source supplier of coatings solutions, contact one of our
international sales offices listed below or visit www.ppgindustrialcoatings.com.
Regional Headquarters
Manufacturing Facility
PPG Regional Headquarters
PPG Global Headquarters /
PPG North America
Pittsburgh, PA USA
1.888.774.2001
PPG South America
Sumare, Sao Paolo, Brazil
+ 55.19.3864.6000
PPG Europe
Rolle, Switzerland
+ 41.21.822.30.00
PPG Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, China
+ 852.2861.0918
PPG Industrial Coatings
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Weather-Ometer is a registered trademark of
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