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PRODUCT INFORMAT

UNDERWATI

HULLS

Ablative

No use of tributyl

No extra waste disposal costs

Effective foul in control for 3 yea

Free to sail anywh

SIGMAPLANE ECOL

BENEFITS

Tinfree control

Sigmaplane Ecol is a Highly effective Ablative antifouling designed for use anywhere in the world. It is unaffected by any current local or future international legislation banning TBT.

Fouling control

The principle of fouling control is the same as the traditional selfpolishing antifoulings. But Sigmaplane Ecol is based on a new technology binder which releases antifouling agent slowly into the laminar layer around the hull, keeping it smooth and foul free, even in static conditions. The controlled selfpolishing action continuously exposes fresh protection layers and prevents fuel penalties from excessive coating build up.

Service performance is presently recommended for up to 3 years although we have already seen encouraging results from longer periods. It is suitable for both new building and maintenance including block stage application; and can top up other antifoulings with no sealer coat requirements in most cases.

Properties of Sigmaplane Ecol Antifouling

Type

Ablative

Waste disposal

No extra cost

Service life 36 months

Sailing restrictions

None

Direct overcoating preparation

A

High pressure waterwashing

Application

Easy - using airless spray

SIGMA COATINGS

Sigma Coatings, 8979 Market Street, Houston, TX 77029

Tel: (713) 672-1175 Fax:(713)672-1418 Telex: 5106018124 SIGMA HOU

Sigma Coatings, 1100 Adams Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Tel: (201) 792-5888 Fax: (201) 963-8372 Toll Free: 1 800 354 5490 THE RIGHT CHOI 2 Circle 222 on Reader Service Card