Santiago-Chile, at Mall Plaza Vespucio Shopping Center

Located in Santiago-Chile, at Mall Plaza Vespucio Shopping Center, which is one of the oldest in Latin America. This place holds a house-care shop known as HOMY (www.homy.cl) located at the top level of the building. The problem started when HOMY noticed that they were not achieving their sales expectative, and they recognized that main reason was that the store has a high temperature during summer time, which leaded the customer to buy quickly and leave the place as soon as possible. There was not a “comfort temperature” which the retail business sets at 24°C. They realised that the roof had no insulation whatsoever, which leaded to surfaces temperatures up to 50°C inside the store. Another particularity is that the roof of the store is also a parking lot in the outside face. This store has 7,000 square meters of roof and was using 5 big A/C generators, full capacity all day.

Solution

Betapaint Ltda. proposed to generate thermal isolation (radiation) using Super Therm®, which was a perfect solution, given we won’t bother the normal development of the store –we didn´t intervened the inside of the shop. The works terms and the costs were also lower than they had as other solutions. We were the only company who could offer thermal isolation without asking them to close or interfere with the inside of the store. Super Therm® was the only solution that provided LEED points (In Chile the LEED program is very important). As said before, the coating was applied outside; facing the sun and it was a big success. The surface temperature dropped from 63°-65°C to 28°-30°C. (Data was taken during environmental temperatures of 32°C). Given the surface where Super Therm® was applied is also a parking lot, we had to protect the insulation from car and pedestrian transit. For that we applied Enamo Grip 5000 clear. It is also important to indicate that our proposal went through the architectural and engineering departments of Mall Plaza (owner of the building) and Sodimac-HOMY (owner of the store).

Results

Both Mall Plaza and SODIMAC – HOMY were both extremely satisfied with the performance of Super Therm® and the solution that we proposed and applied at the store. The inside temperature went down to comfort levels, and the usage of the A/C systems was substantially reduced.

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Rust Grip® Encapsulates Lead-Based Paint, Asbestos and Rust

The United States Army Construction and Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) contracted with Manta Industrial, Hammond, IN to conduct field demonstration and implementation of a cost-effective lead-base paint encapsulation procedure for the protection of steel structures, such as hangars, tanks, and bridges that contain lead-base paint usingRust Grip®. The maintenance and lead base paint encapsulation procedures include surface preparation, environmental protection requirements and paint application.

Rust Grip® is patented (Patent #5,695,812) as an effective abatement method of bio-hazardous material including lead-based paints, asbestos and rust.Rust Grip® is a moisture-cure urethane coating with special additives and resins. It is these additives and resins that separateRust Grip® from the other moisture-cure urethanes and allows it to be applied directly over existing, firmly bonded paint or rust without any loss of performance. Since the greatest expense in the coating of lead-base painted steel structures comes from the surface prep (abrasive blasting, etc.) and the containment of that residue, Rust Grip® will greatly reduce the overall costs of the project.Rust Grip® was developed to withstand the harshest environments and has a history of excellent performance.

The Problem

Lead-based paints (LBP) and primers have been used in the past by the Department of Defense (DoD) to protect steel structures from corrosion. LBP abatement and disposal is problematic because the removal of this paint creates hazardous dust and waste.

The DoD owns about 2 billion sq ft of buildings coated with some lead-based paint and about 200 million sq ft of steel structures coated with lead-based paint, such as aircraft hangars, tanks, and bridges. The Army owns 95,400 target facilities in the United States and 26,200 in foreign countries. The average age of these structures is 36 years; 90,000 were built before 1978 and probably contain lead-based paint. Furthermore, about 2600 of these facilities are on or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, and require special procedures for preservation.

The removal of LBP is generally performed by abrasive blasting and abrasive blasting creates its own environmental hazard. Containment and disposal of surface preparation debris, worker protection, and other regulatory compliance costs combine to make removal of LBP very expensive. The residual waste from LBP removal often contains enough lead to be considered a hazardous waste, thereby requiring special handling and disposal.

The Simmons Army Airfield at Fort Bragg contained numerous steel structures such as water tanks, bridges, aircraft hangars, antennas, ladders, poles, railings, catwalks, fire hydrants, fuel storage tanks, and metal buildings were constructed or installed with lead-based coatings. The removal of lead-based paint from steel structures is currently accomplished through a variety of methods, the most common being abrasive blasting which brings many issues such as containment and public safety along with noise and additional cost.

Prior to recoating steel structures, abrasive blasting is required in order to remove the old lead-based paint and to provide adequate surface profile for bonding the new paint to the substrate. During abrasive blasting, a tight containment structure is required to prevent lead dust from contaminating air, soil or water. Inside such containment structures, increased worker protection is required due to high lead dust concentrations. The large, concentrated volume of waste generated by abrasive blasting is hazardous and requires additional stabilization treatment prior to disposal.

Rust Grip® was introduced as a vital strategy to eliminates sandblasting and safely container the lead paint along with the dramatic reduction in cost for the projects on the site. See the full Department of Defence Report.

More Military Applications

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In order to stop further damage by severe corrosion to the metal underground structure of the Metro in Baku, a first test project was set up by Superior Products Caspian during first week of April 2014.

The purpose of this pilot test application was to verify the durability and corrosion encapsulation ability of Rust Grip® on non-sandblasted heavy corroded dry metal parts in the underground tunnel complex.
Therefore one section, nr.PK 27+33+34, was selected by the Metro.

Rust Grip® was applied in 2 layers at average of 250μ DFT on the test patch. Evaluation was made after full curing adhesion and scratch tests. The Metro responsible engineers were pleased with the highly satisfactory results. Full description of this demo application is available upon request.

End of June 2014, decision was made by Mr. Zaur Mir Tofiq oglu Hüseynovun, the Chairman from the Baku Metro, after meeting and discussions with J.E. Pritchett, President of Superior Products International II, to continue further applications in the Metro. Contract was concluded between Baku Metropolitan and Superior Products International II to start this encapsulation project with purchase of three 20 foot containers Rust Grip® (2660 gallon each). Superior Products Caspian, in coordination with Superior Products Europe, started organizing the purchase of all the necessary materials and equipment in order to carry out this work properly and in safe conditions. In September 2014 the first 20 foot container with 2660 gallon Rust Grip® arrived in Baku.

First application training was held between 12 December 2014 till 19 December 2014 under supervision of Superior Products Europe. Purpose was to give training and understanding how Rust Grip® must be applied; and to assure that the coating system fully encapsulate all corrosion on dry and sound parts.

Upon arrival in July 2015 of the 2nd container Rust Grip®, an area of +/- 20,000 m² was treated. At the time of my 2nd visit, from Sunday 8th till Friday 13th November 2015, 41,000 m² have been treated with a total consumption of 687 pails (or 3435 gallon) of Rust Grip®.

Before the end of 2015, the 3rd container is supposed to arrive for having continuity in the applications.

Results

In 5 nights, over 604 m2 of heavily rusted cast iron steel was encapsulated with Rust Grip®. Download the full report.

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These are the summary comments from the City of Adelaide and their Cool Roof Pilot. Prepared by University of Adelaide, School of Architecture and Civil Engineering. The report is still to be released; however the very positive summary; particularly as this was a mild summer, was still excellent. This will ensure long term performance and both energy and carbon savings.

Observations from the City of Adelaide:

“The results are certainly encouraging and shows the effectiveness of the coating product in reducing the exterior surface temperature as well as the interior temperature of the building”. Park Lands & Sustainability, City of Adelaide

The results are outstanding. No other coatings has demonstrated such outstanding performance and show the effectiveness of the Super Therm® product in reducing the exterior surface temp as well as the interior temperature the building. 

Built Urban Materials Absorb Heat

Bitumen roads and building materials collectively absorb and store the sun’s solar heat that contributes to excessive heat in our cities like Adelaide and dense urban areas which is known as the urban heat island effect. 

These heat islands are significantly hotter than temperatures in surrounding suburbs and rural areas and impacts the well being of communities as well as increasing air conditioning demands which increases carbon emissions and costs. 

The number of extreme heat days are predicted to increase and exacerbate the urban heat island effect, the City of Adelaide is working to better understand the environmental impacts and reduce heat islands.

In 2019/2020, the Council undertook a Cool Road Adelaide trial with other stakeholders in which a treated road was monitored to see how specialised coatings reduced surface and ambient air temperatures in the city.

Like bitumen roads, normal roof materials heat up significantly by absorbing the sun’s solar heat. The darker the roof, the hotter it gets. Ultimately this heat increases air-conditioning demands, carbon emissions and energy costs.

In April 2022 the City of Adelaide engaged NEOtech Coatings our Australian Distributor to apply Super Therm® Ceramic Cool Coating as part of their Cool Roof trial on two buildings in the southern Adelaide parklands.

As an example, a netball clubrooms had a dark, Deep Ocean Colorbond® roof. On a 25°C day the external roof temperature was 53°C. The other building had a lighter Surfmist® roof and recorded 45°C. The heat loads into the metal roof and transfers into the building, pushing up the need for air conditioning.

The roofs were pressure cleaned and repaired in a day and the Super Therm application was applied the next day.

After application with Super Therm® on a 27° day, the netball clubrooms roof was a very cool 23°C compared with previous high of 53°C on the uncoated roof. This 225% improvement means it was much cooler inside the building as there was a tiny amount of heat loading into the roof space and traditional insulation.

The Adelaide University is independently researching data as part of the cool roof trial. Based on urban heat mapping and testing sensors before and after application, they are collecting data both on the roof and inside with a final report post summer 2022/23.

Super Therm® was developed with NASA over 6 years. It also prevents:

• Roof thermal shock and Extends roof life
• Fire rated as Class “A” by NASA
• Reduces CO2 emissions towards Net Zero
• Inhibits mould and mildew
• Proven energy reduction
• Less visual impact because it’s not shiny white to block the heat load
• Reduces condensation…and more

The City of Adelaide’s investment will last well over 20 years against the rising threat of heatwaves, blackouts and increased sustained heat events. They will also be able to make future decisions with local verified data in relation to adapting buildings in Adelaide for climate change.

While cities globally manage growing heat threats, Super Therm® is used around the world to solve heat challenges and the City of Adelaide are future proofing to protect their important assets and the community’s well being.

MEDIA

Cool roofs and how to get them:
City of Adelaide Council trials a space-age ceramic coating as temperatures skyrocket
The Fifth Estate, 17 May 2022

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Managed by and certified all coating application by John Grey and Steve (Superior Products, Inc.) for Superior Products International II, Inc.

Just a little history.  The Blue Chip Casino II project began in January 2005 but the painting did not begin until around April 1, 2005.  The opening day is today, January 31, 2005.  The boat is approximately 200′ x 400′ and has four decks.  The Owners are Boyd Gaming, who according to Forbes Magazine, ranks number one in the “Best Managed Companies” Category.

Thanks, Sandra Grey, President
Superior Product, Inc.

The metal was produced, shipped to the Midwest to be laser cut and then shipped to Michigan City, Indiana to construct the boat. When the metal arrived the potentially rusty surfaces were power-washed at approximately 3,500 psi and then primed with RUST GRIP®. NO SANDBLASTING REQUIRED. Clean the surface and let dry completely before coating with RUST GRIP®.

This is the first of this size and largest Casino Boat built in the world.  All corrosion protection and heat block protection is performed by Superior International II, Inc. Coatings.

The final coating system is:

Underwater line – hull

• RUST GRIP® – primer
• MOIST METAL GRIP® – top coat

Above water line – walls (hull)

• RUST GRIP® – primer
• SUPER THERM® – thermal reduction
• ENAMO GRIP® in a off white – finish coat for colour and gloss
• Stripes in ENAMO GRIP® in colours.

Interior – Walls, ceilings, flooring over all metal surface

• RUST GRIP® – primer
• SUPER THERM® – thermal reduction
• ENAMO GRIP® – finish coat for colour and gloss

J.E. explains how the Blue Chip Casino Boat was coated with SPI’s coatings

This is the largest Casino Boat being built in the United States

This is the largest Casino Boat being built in the United States and world.  The progress pictures show only one level of steel constructed at this time which houses the engine rooms, utility and engineering.  The steel was allowed to bloom or flash rust to give the profile we wanted before applying the RUST GRIP.  Flash rust offers an anchoring surface where the RUST GRIP can penetrate and encapsulate the surface and lock down to prevent any breathing of air, moistures or pollutants.

RUST GRIP is sprayed on using an airless sprayer with a 19 – 21 thousandth tip size.  The seams, welds, angles, bolt heads or any addition to the metal plate is brushed to assure a complete encapsulation of the area and to assure no pin holes.

MOIST METAL GRIP is then applied over RUST GRIP after one day of curing.  MOIST METAL GRIP is used where the hull is below water line and will be totally submerged at all times.

Up the sides of the hull below water line, MOIST METAL GRIP is applied up to the water line mark.  Then, 5 feet below the water line and over the existing MOIST METAL GRIP, ENAMO GRIP is applied to prevent UV rays from penetrating through the water and chalking MOIST METAL GRIP.

Above water line up the sides will be primed with RUST GRIP for 5 levels and decking.  SUPER THERM will be used as the exterior heat reduction material with a finish coat of ENAMO GRIP in white and trimmed in the colour of choice. This offers heat reduction on the exterior during summer and sun. Interior of ship will be primed with RUST GRIP over all metal surfaces.  SUPER THERM will be used as the interior thermal reduction material from top to bottom covering all metal surface directly exposed to the exterior sides and bottom of ship in the cold water.  This helps to hold heat in and stabilize the temperature inside the ship.  ENAMO GRIP will be used as the overcoat for gloss and toughness.

J.E. Pritchett

Problems solved by using the coatings to corrosion protect and reduces thermal heat on this ship:

1. No white sandblast required before coating the metal after welding.  Saved over 2 million dollars.  Just power washed to remove dirt and residue.  Completely dry then coat.

2. Fiberglass had always allowed condensation to develop and cause corrosion and wet metal skin.  So much water flowed down the sides that catch rails were installed to catch the water running down the interior side of the ship metal skin during winter. 

SUPER THERM® completely eliminated this problem and no condensation has ever developed during the winter months after the HVAC system was installed and operating properly.

3. SUPER THERM® provides thermal heat reduction over all the metal skin, including the cross beams, support arms, railings, etc.  This provides 100% coverage over all the metal attaching to the exterior cold side.  Reports from the maintenance manager is that the boat is using less fuel to heat the boat than was estimated when the consumption rate was set up for fiberglass.

4. SUPER THERM® is coated on exterior side to prevent the metal during summer months from heating.  SUPER THERM® reduces heat load into the metal. Fiberglass, foams and other such materials try to resist or slow down the heat flow to the interior or exterior. 

These materials are outdated 20th century insulation materials because they allow heat load.  SUPER THERM® is the 21st century heat reduction material that reduces the heat load from happening into the surface of the substrate.  If the surface cannot load heat, there is no heat to transfer through.  Instead of having an “R” rating which allows for full heat load, SUPER THERM® measures “emissivity” (0.05) which equals absorption of heat.  The lower the emissivity, the lower the heat absorption.  At the same time, a measurement of how fast the surface heat is thrown off is measured by emissivity which SUPER THERM® tested to 0.90 with 1.0 being the best to throw off any heat that is loaded into the surface. 

5. SUPER THERM® reduces Infrared radiation from 367 to 4 BTU in testing.  Sunlight: 53% of all heat comes from infrared radiation.  Mechanical heat: produces infrared radiation to heat the interior during winter. SUPER THERM® repels this infrared to hold the warm heat inside.

Both Exterior (summer) and Interior (winter) temperature controls are maintained by using SUPER THERM®.

Moist Metal Grip antifouling on an Australian houseboat

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Author: Kristen Rindfleisch – Airport Improvement
Published: October, 2023

Harry Reid International (LAS) in Las Vegas regularly sees temperatures of more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37°C) throughout the summer, requiring significant energy to cool its passenger boarding bridges. The Clark County Department of Aviation, which operates LAS, has opted to have a reflective ceramic coating applied to bridge exteriors to help keep the interiors more comfortable for passengers. The strategy will also save energy and prolong the life of the airport’s preconditioned air units, as well as the jet bridges themselves.

When temperatures at the southwest desert airport soar, the external surface temperature of its metal boarding bridges can exceed 200 degrees Fahrenheit (93°C), and most of that heat radiates into the boarding bridges. “We wanted not only more efficient preconditioned air units, which we’re looking into, but it was really more about how we could reduce the cooling curve, if you will, to get that temperature down to better ambient temperatures,” says Doug McMahan, managing director for Facilities and Maintenance with the Clark County Department of Aviation. “So, we wanted to look at something innovative.”

Facts & Figures

Project: Solar Heat-Resistant Coating for Boarding Bridges

Location: Harry Reid Int’l Airport in Las Vegas

Scope: About 100 jet bridges

Status: 70 have been coated since 2017; remaining 44 will be treated as they come due for electronic refurbishment in next 2 years

Cost Per Bridge: Similar to standard paint

Product: Super Therm^®, by SPI Coatings

Application Contractor: Southwest Specialty Coatings Inc., sister company of Cor-Ray Painting

Timeline: Application takes 7–10 days per bridge; coating is applied when bridge is taken out of service for electronic refurbishments

Key Benefits: Reduces cooling time & energy consumption; improves passenger comfort; reduces wear & tear on preconditioned air units; extends life of jet bridges

Associated SPI Coatings Products: Enamo Grip topcoat for sides of bridges; Enamo Grip 5000 topcoat for rotating rotunda segments; Rust Grip^® corrosion protection for components showing signs of rust

Testing and Results

McMahan found just that through a construction management consultant who was discussing a coating product (Super Therm^®) while working with other local public entities.

Aviation Department personnel began general testing of Super Therm^®, a reflective ceramic coating manufactured by SPI Coatings, in 2017. For reference, the company offers two kinds of ceramic coatings generally applicable to jet bridges: HPC^® Coating, which is a thick-film, insulating coating applied on the inside to block conductive heat transfer; and Super Therm^®, a thin-film, reflective coating usually applied on the exterior to insulation and repel most of the solar radiation heat.

SPI Coatings Vice President of Business Development and Technology Timothy Cappel explains that Super Therm^® does not absorb heat from the sun. “That’s the benefit,” he remarks. “If it doesn’t absorb the heat, then there is no heat transfer to the inside of the passenger walkways.” 

In 2018, LAS began testing the ceramic coating on passenger boarding bridges that face southwest, because they receive the most radiant heat. Typically, a preconditioned air unit starts cooling the jet bridge 20 to 30 minutes before a flight arrives. It does so by taking hot outside air and chilling it with air between 28 and 34 degrees Fahrenheit. After the aircraft parks at the gate, it is connected with exterior hoses, and the cooling system is switched from bridge mode to aircraft mode so the aircraft can turn off its auxiliary power unit and stop burning fuel to cool the air on board.

NOTE: Laboratory and Field project results as stated here may vary according to different climate conditions.

To test the performance of Super Therm^®, the project team recorded temperatures inside the bridges before starting the preconditioned air units, and also measured the time needed to cool them. McMahan reports that coated bridges were cooler to begin with—staying with a few degrees of ambient temperatures even as the day warmed up—and also cooled down faster. “The bridge was able to maintain a lower setpoint when we switched over to the aircraft mode,” he adds.

Phased Implementation

After extensive testing for the better part of two years, the Clark County Department of Aviation decided to incorporate Super Therm^® into the ongoing refurbishment of all JBT AeroTech boarding bridges at LAS. The coating manufacturer recruited Southwest Specialty Coatings for installation. And in 2019, the contractor began applying Super Therm^® to jet bridges as they were pulled from service to receive updated electronic components and controls.

“We try to take advantage of when those bridges are going to be closed anyways,” McMahan explains.

So far, crews have coated approximately 70 jet bridges; the remaining 44 will be coated over the next two years as they come due for other refurbishment.

McMahan notes that the cost is about the same as repainting bridges with a standard paint product. “It’s obviously well worth that for the benefits we derive,” he says.

The reflective ceramic coating helps drop the interior temperature of the jet bridges to within three or four degrees of the ambient air temperature, but that is still quite hot many days. “Usually on the inside of a metal shell like that, it can climb up to 130 or 140 degrees easily,” says David Mullin, Director of Operations at Southwest Specialty Coatings.

In general, travelers are unlikely to notice the temperature on a jet bridge unless it’s extremely hot or cold. If passengers at LAS don’t notice extreme heat, that indicates the coating is doing its job. “Even though they may be walking through and not even realize it, it’s more comfortable,” Mullin notes.

Application Process

Crews apply Super Therm^® onto the roof and exterior sides of the jet bridges and also onto the rotating rotunda segments. Enamo Grip, another product from SPI Coatings, is applied on the sides of the bridges as a topcoat, but the roofs do not need it, Cappel advises. Enamo Grip 5000 is used as a topcoat on the rotunda segments for added protection against the additional movement and wear. Rust Grip^®, a corrosion protection coating from SPI Coatings, is applied to any rails or other components showing signs of rust.

Applying Super Therm^® isn’t as simple as spraying on a fresh coat of paint, McMahan notes. The physical composition and viscosity of the material are unique, requiring special equipment and techniques. Contractors consequently need to be trained and certified by SPI Coatings to ensure quality and guarantee integrity of the product throughout its 10-year general product limited warranty. “SPI Coatings was definitely the firm that just knocked it out of the park for us,” McMahan remarks. “Their quality was phenomenal, and they stand behind their product.”

Naturally, coordination has been crucial during the phased applications at LAS. “We have to communicate well, so the [boarding bridge] is down for as minimal time as possible,” says Leavitt. “It’s really just sequencing—making sure we schedule things correctly with the intricacies of getting in and out of the airport property.”

Each boarding bridge takes about seven to 10 days to coat, and work is completed onsite at LAS. The only preparation for airport personnel is extending the bridge to its full length so technicians can work on the entire structure. Crews from Southwest Specialty Coatings set up a barrier to protect the area around the jet bridge as they work. There is virtually no impact on travelers or airport operations.

Barring extreme weather conditions or bonding problems during application, Super Therm^® can last 25 to 30 years before it may need to be reapplied, says Cappel. When that time comes, a new layer can be applied directly over the previous coating.

Efficiencies and Benefits

Because it takes less time to cool coated bridges, the airport’s preconditioned air units will consume less energy and presumably last longer because they are running for shorter periods of time. Moreover, the ceramic coating is expected to extend the life of the bridges because it is thicker than regular paint, eliminates expansion and contraction of the metal structure and provides a buffer to everyday wear and corrosion.

The coating also benefits maintenance staff and technicians working on the exterior of the jet bridges. “The ones with the coating stay about one to three degrees from what the exterior ambient temperature is outside,” McMahan reports. “That is phenomenal.”

Previously, maintenance and repairs on boarding bridges had to be performed at night, because the structures were simply too hot to touch. Now, technicians can work on the coated jet bridges during the day. “They basically can lay on the surface with their bare skin and never be uncomfortable or burn themselves,” Cappel remarks.

As other infrastructure projects arise at LAS, Clark County Department of Aviation will consider testing and using Super Therm^®, perhaps on buildings or rooftop air-conditioning units. Other southwest U.S. airports, including Tucson International, use Super Therm® on roofs and storage facilities.   

McMahan sees even wider potential, noting that airports in rainy regions could benefit from the product’s rust protection qualities, and SPI Coatings’ interior product could help increase insulation values for jet bridges at cold weather airports. “If you were doing a refurb, getting down to the bare metal, it might be worth looking at,” McMahan suggests.

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Solution: Super Therm® (water based reflective ceramic coating), manufactured by Superior Products International, (USA), was applied directly on the roof @ 250 micron DFT. 

Results: Surface temperature before application 52°C and after 40.2°C. Difference of 12°C (September 29th, 2012).

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For Daiko Shokai Co. Ltd (Japanese SPI Distributor), 2010

A whole surface of a tank (1,000KL) in Hokko Terminal (Japan) had coated with Cool Therm (Super Therm® in Japan) in 1996, and we had recognized the beneficial effects. Therefore all of the 39 tanks in Hokko terminal (30,000KL) were coated with insulation coating.

The maximum effect is that VOC emission in the atmosphere has been reduced strongly. This is because a temperature in the tanks are kept at a low temperature constantly by full coating with Cool Therm (Super Therm®), and breathing of tanks are depressed.

Moreover, relating to cooling tanks and refrigerated storage s coated with Cool Therm (Super Therm®), the effect of freezing have risen by 20 percent.

The temperature in the tanks were controlled by using electricity and water before, but it is not needed any more after coating. Cool Therm (Super Therm®) is the superior eco product which lessens the burden on the environment.

The tank coated in 1996, which were recoated with top coat only in 2009, the heat insulating effect is still continuing, and the durability is demonstrated. We are promoting insulation coating of tanks and storages as part of environmental protection > Read PDF

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The project was conducted at the Sunoco Chemical – Neal Plant in Kenova, West Virginia, and one tank was coated with Rust Grip® and Super Therm®. The purpose of the project was to reduce the temperature inside the tank for the storage of polypropylene. Before coating the tank, Sunoco was forced to spray water on the tank for cooling to maintain safe temperature levels.

After coating with Super Therm®, safe temperature levels were maintained without the use of water or any other external cooling mechanism. Sunoco is very pleased with the results and has ordered product for the coating of five additional tanks.

Parameters of the tank:

Volume – 30,000 gals.
Length – 75.20 ft.
Outside Diameter – 9.13 ft. Surface Area – 2,156 sq.ft. Saddle Surface Area – 100 sq.ft. Total Surface Area – 2,256 sq.ft.

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Project Description

SPI earned the SSPC 2011 E. Crone Knoy Award in recognition for the performance of Super Therm®, Rust Grip®, and Enamo Grip coatings at the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge, also known as the Colorado River Bridge. The railings of the observation deck were treated with the 3 products. The observation deck expects 3-5 million visitors each year.

Coating Solution

After extensive testing, the SPI Coatings were selected for the railings surrounding the observation deck on the Bridge. No other coatings could produce the level of corrosion protection, ease of application, and radiant heat reduction on the railings demonstrated by the SPI Coatings.

In submitting this project for recognition, Pacific United/Anco Services, a member of The Brock Group, said, “A very unique coating system was used on the project called Super Therm. This product reflects 95% of radiation from the sun. That is why the Federal Highway Department chose this product. The extreme temperatures of the Arizona/Nevada desert averages 95°F (35°C) to 110°F (43°C) on most days, with UV exposure from the sun.”

Coatings Sequence

1. Steel railings were allowed to develop flash rust in preparation for the Rust Grip® application
2. Railings were power washed at 3,500 psi and primed with Rust Grip®
3. Super Therm® was applied to prevent heat from loading onto the steel railings, possibly burning visitors
4. Enamo Grip topcoated Super Therm® to prevent hand oils from deteriorating surface.

Award Winning

Superior Products International II, Inc. was recognized as the recipient of The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) 2011 E. Crone Knoy Award. SSPC gives the E. Crone Knoy Award annually for outstanding achievement in commercial or industrial coatings work that demonstrates innovation, durability or utility.

Qualities considered include use of state-of-the-art techniques or products to creatively solve problems. “We are thrilled to recognize this exceptional project” said JPCL editor-in-chief Karen Kapsanis, who presented the awards at SSPC’s first annual meeting and awards program at SSPC 2011 in Las Vegas. “The range of craftsmanship, commitment and ingenuity displayed in this project reflects the best of the best in our industry.”

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2 Years After Application Review

Between 3 to 5 million people per year walk over and handle the railing. Lean on, slide over, sweat, spill drinks rub with belts, jeans and other materials and objects.

TheSuper Therm® system (Super Therm® with over coat ofEnamo Grip in light grey colour) was tested against the competitive coatings to see which coating could reduce the surface temperature of the railing in the summer heat of 49°C that caused the railing surface to be 63°C and burn hands.

The competitive coating tested reduced the temperature on the railing from 63°C down to 62°C. Only 1°C drop in surface temperature.

TheSuper Therm® system reduced the surface temperature on the railing from 63°C down to 52.8°C.

9.2°C drop in surface temperature or only 3°C over ambient.

Tested by construction engineers on-site 7/27/09. Project performed by John Grey/Sandra Hubbert – Distributors

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