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  • Do Polyurea Coatings Hold Up to Bigfoot Blood?

    • By Dudley J. Primeaux II, PCS, CCI
    • Added on Sep 27, 2023

    So, what is with all the recent Bigfoot sightings? With reports of aliens among us, this becomes a serious topic. All joking aside here, this is an important issue, especially for those who are transitioning from spray foam work to polyurea spray applications. read more

  • A Little Primer

    • By Dudley J. Primeaux II, PCS, CCI
    • Added on Jul 30, 2023

    Might I opine a bit on one of my pet peeves related to the polyurea technology – Surface Preparation! Contrary to what some may think, the fast set, spray polyurea technology is NOT a surface tolerant coating system. While the old Texaco Chemical Company video from the late 1980s may have shown application over water and ice, this was done to demonstrate that water and cold temperature did not directly interfere with the reaction. read more

  • Spray Guns Galore!

    • By Dudley J. Primeaux II, PCS, CCI
    • Added on Jun 01, 2023

    Picking up from the last article in Spray Foam Magazine, there is always some “Method to One’s Madness” if you will. Usually after discussing in general all the parts to a set-up, one would logically start from the beginning of the process. However, for this article, we will start with the end of the process. Why you might ask? Well, that’s simple. Based upon a recent posting on a prominent social media site, it is appropriate that we start with the spray guns for this segment. read more

  • PDA's Last Applicator Spray Course of 2021 December 6 – 10

    • By PDA
    • Added on Nov 05, 2021

    PDA's last Applicator Spray Course of 2021 will take place December 6 - 10 at the MCC Equipment facility in Indiana. This week of training covers PDA's three courses: Surface Preparation for Concrete and Steel, Basic Applicator Spray Course and Advanced Applicator Spray Course. read more

  • All Is Swell Offshore

    • By Teknos
    • Added on Mar 23, 2021

    Corrosion protection provider Krebs Korrosionsschutz GmbH was searching for a polyurea supplier for a new application area: offshore wind turbine foundations. With Teknos as a polyurea supplier, a supportive consulting and training partner came into the picture as well. Starting a large-scale project, especially when using new application techniques, equipment, chemistry and a paint supplier, everything is based on trust and commitment. read more

  • Polyurea Coatings for Secondary Containment

    • By Spray Foam Staff
    • Added on Dec 08, 2020

    Polyurea is the best solution for a secondary containment coating solution.Whether polyurea is applied to concrete in a basin, over geotextile fabric on pre-sprayed panels, or a custom designed system for underground tanks, polyurea continues to be a technology leader, providing long term proven performance while protecting the environment. read more

  • Oil Up

    • By Spray Foam Magazine Staff
    • Added on Sep 10, 2018

    Polyurea's water-resistant properties save the day for a primary petroleum company in Colombia. read more