The Use Of High Performance Coatings Systems On Bridges Around The World

Castle Bridge, Finzels Reach, Bristol, UK, Photography Temple Point Finzels Reach
FEVE fluoropolymer topcoats have been used in Japan for nearly four decades. Over the years, the material has been seen as the superior topcoat system in the bridge market due to numerous advantages. As a result, most bridges in Japan are coated with this technology. Some of these bridges, which were coated over 30 years ago, still showcase excellent color and gloss retention. Gaining momentum, this technology is utilized on bridges around the world.

New York Residential Facade Pays Homage To Historic Architectural Design

Lantern House, Heatherwick Studio, New York, Dezeen
Heatherwick Studio was commissioned to design a residential building in Chelsea, Manhattan in New York City. Within a highly competitive architectural market, the architects were tasked with designing a building that stood out. The architects describe, “In contrast to new glass apartment blocks that have sprung up along High Line, we wanted to create a new type of residence: one that was reminiscent of the area’s existing historical building, design and built for permanency.”

Dallas Hospital Receives Upgrade with FEVE Coating System

Valspar, Dallas, Parkland, Hospital, Construction, Project, Valflon, Lumiflon, FEVE
What was once a small wooden building sitting on 17 acres of land in 1894 is now a premier medical facility in the middle of Dallas, TX. Parkland Hospital had appeared to withstand the test of time, but like everything else, the hospital began to fall behind, finding itself outdated in the rapidly evolving world of medicine. Obsolete and unequipped to provide care for its massive number of patients, the hospital had no other choice but to upgrade.

Riverboat Casino Exterior Renewed With Lumiflon Coating System

Lumiflon, Tnemec, Grand Victoria Riverboat Casino, Coatings, Restoration, FEVE Resins, Tecorp Inc.
The owners of the Riverboat Casino sought a long-life coating system that would not require yearly maintenance, contacting Tecorp, Inc., for the restoration. Using Tnemec’s coating products, including Fluoronar, a Lumiflon FEVE fluoropolymer based high performance coating, the Grand Victoria Riverboat Casino enjoys a fresh, bright exterior that is proven to last for decades with little-to-no maintenance required.