Harry Reid International Airport – Las Vegas
Industry: Transportation
Location: Las Vegas, USA
Products: Super Therm®, Enamo Grip 5000,
Global Partner: SPI Coatings USA
The SPI Coatings system was used at Harry Reid International Airport Las Vegas, USA for heat load protection and improved passenger comfort for boarding bridges in the hot environment. Las Vegas has an average summer temperature of 40°C and the steel bridges can get very, very hot with minimal air flow.
The Harry Reid International Airport tested various competitive products and Super Therm® Ceramic Heat Block coating outperformed the closest competing product by more than 6°C (20°F) on the bridge roof. The McCarran International Airport tested various competitive products and Super Therm® Ceramic Heat Block coating outperformed the closest competing product by more than 6°C (20°F) on the bridge roof. Super Therm® has been tested to block 96.1% of the heat.
Super Therm® was applied at the standard 10 mils (250 microns) dry thickness compared to 30 mils (0.75mm) of the closest competitor and surpassed them by 6°C (20°F) which allowed for more comfortable environment and more efficient air conditioning.
Enamo Grip 5000 clear was applied after the Super Therm® to produce a protective coating. Enamo Grip 5000 is a two component polyester high solids coating for protection against vapours, acid rain, and other harsh chemical environments while giving a car-like finish and UV protection. It can withstand Skydrol® hydraulic fluids used in aircraft when applied to flooring.
