Upcoming Talk: FEVE Resin Technology: Performance Properties Beyond Ultra-Weatherability

FEVE fluoropolymer resin technology has been available commercially for 32 years. It has been part of a multitude of coatings markets – including exterior steel structures, aluminum building components, and aerospace applications. Its biggest performance attribute is its superior weatherability, which gives it a unique place on the list of choices for long-lasting exterior coatings.

Recoating The I-65 Arch Bridge With A Lumiflon FEVE Coating

Industrial Coatings, Lumiflon FEVE, Fluoropolymer, Bridges, Coatings
The I-65 arch bridge in Columbus, Indiana was in need of repainting due to fading and delaminating of its original coating. Consequently, the structural steel was showing spot rust. Indiana Department of Transportation requested for a coating that would provide maximum color and gloss retention, which they found in Carboline’s Carboxane 950 Satin finish with Lumiflon FEVE resin technology....

Lumiflon FEVE Resins used in 2014’s Tank of the Year

Industrial Coatings, Tnemec, Midland Water Tank, FEVE Resins, Lumiflon, Fluoropolymers
In 2013, the city of Midland, Texas finished the construction of the Midland Composite Elevated Tank, a two million gallon water storage tower that sits above the T-Bar Well Field. Located in one of the driest areas in the country, the tank would have little downtime, so it was imperative that a low maintenance coating system would match the life cycle. The engineers chose Tnemec’s Series 700 Hydroflon with Lumiflon FEVE Resin technology as the exterior coating for its proven resistance to ultraviolet damage, as well as its long-term color and gloss retention.

FEVE Resins Among the Top Coatings in AAMA Exposure Tests

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) is a recognized leader in the fenestration industry through product certifications and standards development. A series of AAMA tests have been conducted using organic coatings on aluminum extrusions and panels, resulting in 3 standards by which coatings can be attributed: AAMA2603, AAMA 2604 or AAMA 2605. FEVE resins have been proven to exceed AAMA 2605 standards, which are an excellent choice for coatings for projects that demand high performance materials.