A new weather-resistant coating for freight cars has been developed in the USA, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

A new weather-resistant coating for freight cars
Photo: Advanced Polymer Coatings

The American company Advanced Polymer Coatings, known for manufacturing coatings for various equipment, has developed a new weather-resistant coating for freight cars.

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This solution promises to increase the durability and efficiency of freight cars in various climatic conditions.

The new coating includes several types of resins, providing it with unique properties.

One of the key components is polyurethane resin. This material is known for its high resistance to ultraviolet radiation and atmospheric precipitation, which helps maintain the appearance of the car for an extended period.

This coating is especially important for cars operating in regions with intense sunlight and frequent rainfall.

Another important component of the new coating is polyaspartic resin, which, according to the company, has the fastest drying time among similar materials.

This significantly reduces the processing time of cars, increasing their turnover and reducing downtime. The fast drying of the coating also reduces the risk of damage and contamination of the surface during drying.

The combination of various polymer resins provides the coating with not only resistance to external impacts but also high impact strength and corrosion resistance.

This makes cars with such a coating suitable for operation in a variety of climatic conditions, including extreme temperatures and high humidity.

Due to these properties, carriers can significantly reduce the costs of repairing and maintaining the cars.

The new coating is applied using an airless method, which creates a uniform layer 6-8 mm thick on the steel surface of the car.

This application method ensures high adhesion of the coating to the surface, further increasing its durability and effectiveness.

Advanced Polymer Coatings emphasizes that their new coating not only improves the operational characteristics of the cars but also helps reduce carriers’ costs.

A new weather-resistant coating for freight cars
Photo: Advanced Polymer Coatings

The durability of the coating and its resistance to various types of damage reduce the need for frequent repairs and repainting of the cars, ultimately lowering operating costs.

Thus, the new weather-resistant coating from Advanced Polymer Coatings represents a significant step forward in the technology for protecting and enhancing freight cars.

This solution promises to benefit not only carriers but the entire transportation industry, improving the quality and reliability of transportation in various climatic conditions.

Photo: Advanced Polymer Coatings

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