Epoxy coatings and modified epoxy coatings have been successfully used across a broad spectrum of corrosive environments for almost 50 years. This 'work-horse' technology continues to evolve coating products that offer higher chemical resistance, and faster cure times while reducing health and environmental hazards. The development of solvent-free, thick-film, hybrid cycloaliphatic epoxies is discussed with respect to their laboratory test performance, application requirements, and effectiveness of field and shop applications.
Keywords: protective coating, hybrid cycloaliphatic epoxy, 100% solids epoxy, solvent-free coating, thick-film coating