Hempel: HEMPADUR 15600 is changing the game for newbuild tank coatings

Lyngby, Denmark, 29-1-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Anticipating industry changes and responding to customer demands, international coatings manufacturer Hempel today announces the launch of two new pure epoxy coatings.

HEMPADUR 15600 – changing the game for newbuild tank coatings
A much-awaited addition to the HEMPADUR range, HEMPADUR 15600 is a ground-breaking IMO PSPC cargo oil tank compliant, pure epoxy tank coating resistant to continuous immersion in a range of chemicals, including crude oil up to 80 C/176 F. It delivers significant benefits not seen before in a single pure epoxy product:

• A two coat system which reduces expensive application times
• More flexibility and savings to the yards – unlike most tank coatings that require a minimum ambient temperature of around +10°C/50 F, HEMPADUR 15600 can be applied at temperatures as low as -5°C/23 F
• Fast drying and recoating time – surface dry after two hours and re-coatable after only four hours at 20 C/68 F, is substantially faster than current available tank coatings in the market.

In addition, this new pure epoxy coating incorporates high cross-link density technology on level with a phenolic epoxy coating, which gives added chemical and corrosion resistance and a hard, smooth and glossy surface for easy cleaning.

Global product manager Michael Aamodt says: “IMO requires liquid cargo tanks to be coated with a type approved compliant product and our customers want a coating that delivers greater protection, more flexibility and at a reasonable price. HEMPADUR 15600 is the only product that can deliver that winning combination in a single coating”

HEMPADUR 15600 is also suitable for grey and black water tanks, mud and brine tanks, refrigerated seawater fish tanks and other vessel tanks.

HEMPADUR EASY 47700 – the all-rounder for vessels in dry-dock
HEMPADUR EASY 47700, also launched today, is a brand new pure epoxy “all seasons” primer designed for the marine maintenance market. It was developed in response to demands for a reliable, user friendly and flexible coating for use in dry-dock under all climate conditions. This new coating can be used on almost all vessel surfaces (above and below the waterline) and delivers:

• High surface tolerance – as this is a repair product, surfaces to be painted might not be in the best of conditions. HEMPADUR EASY 47700 can be applied to a variety of surfaces.
• Reliability across the temperature scale – HEMPADUR EASY 47700 can be applied at temperatures as low as -10°C/50 F and up to +40 C/104 F which allows it to be used in most dry docks and at most times of the year.

Commenting on the new coating, global product manager Michael Aamodt says: “The coating requires minimal expensive surface preparation and its fast drying and recoating time means that the vessel spends less time in dock. This saves money for the owner. On top of that, its wide application and all season use both for cold and hot humid climates are why we’ve called it EASY”.

http://www.hempel.com/en/marine/cargo-holds/products

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For further information:
Malte V. Eggers
Group Communication Director Hempel A/S
Phone: +45 4527 3976
Mobile: +45 2097 5809
meg@hempel.com

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About Hempel
Hempel is a world-leading coatings supplier for the decorative, protective, marine, container and yacht markets. From wind turbines and bridges to hospitals, ships, power stations and homes, our coatings protect man-made structures from the corrosive forces of nature. Hempel owns, among other companies, Crown Paints. With a focus on R&D, advanced production techniques and professional coatings advice, we work around the globe to help keep our customers’ investments safe and attractive for a long time. Our working concept is simple: We are curious, creative and self-critical, and we always aim to create extra value for our customers. www.hempel.com