Polyurea Basics
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Polyurea is a type of elastomer that is derived from the reaction product of an isocyanate component and a synthetic resin blend component through step-growth polymerization.
Polyurea Benefits
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Polyurea is a truly remarkable technology and can be used for a wide variaty of applications. Polyurea is commonly applied over concrete and steel for corrosion protection and abrasion resistance.
Markets
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Polyurea can be used in a broad range of applications including corrosion protection, containment, membranes, linings and caulk. It can also be used in extreme conditions.
Coating Comparison
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The most commonly used coatings today fall under or are hybrids of three basic categories: polyurethanes, polyureas and epoxies. Let’s examine each and see how they stack up.