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COATINGS UPDATES

SigmaGlide 1290

PPG launched SigmaGlide 1290, a 100% silicone binder fouling release system that uses a dynamic surface regeneration technology to eliminate slime problems and increase fuel savings. Through chemi- cal engineering of the 100% pure silicone binder sys- tem at a molecular level, PPG has been able to de- sign the optimal confi guration for the silicone coating surface. This results in an increased silicone density at the surface to such a degree that slime organisms do not recognize it as a surface substrate and have no chance to settle on it. This signifi cantly extends the effectiveness of the coating. The combination of the 100% silicon binder fouling release system with the ability of the surface to dynamically regenerate makes

SigmaGlide 1290 a breakthrough technology.

The product is suitable for all vessel types and also when long stationary periods are to be considered such as FPSOs. It also brings signifi cant benefi ts for cruise and ferry operators as well as owners of tank- ers, bulkers, gas carriers, dredgers and containerships. nabrico-marine.com 615.442.1300

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Hempaguard

Hempel’s Hempaguard is designed to of- fer outstanding resistance to fouling dur- ing idle periods – up to 120 days – as well as provide up to 6% in fuel savings. In addition, the coating is touted by the manufacturer for its fl exibility, able to cover most combinations of sailing routes and trading patterns, retaining its effectiveness whether slow or fast-steaming any- where in the world. “We’re offering the most fl exible fouling de- fense system in the market,” said Claes Skat-Rør- da. “Hempaguard offers signifi cant fuel savings and outstanding fouling resistance in both slow and fast steaming as well as during extended idle periods of up to 120 days. This is particularly in- teresting for larger container vessels and tankers that, for example, may wish to increase speed on one route to meet schedules and slow steam on the other to achieve extra fuel savings.”

Hempaguard is based on Hempel’s patented

ActiGuard technology, which Hempel scientists spent fi ve years testing and developing. Acti-

Guard integrates silicone-hydrogel and full dif- fusion control of biocides in a single coating.

Surface retention of the biocide activates the hydrogel, which effectively holds fouling organ- isms at bay, cutting friction to a minimum while utilizing a minimum amount of biocide. “What is most remarkable about Hempaguard is that it releases 95 percent less biocide than traditional antifoulings and yet, it still has a sig- nifi cantly better performance,” said Claes Skat-

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