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An Arizona fish farm with its large, concrete lined pond had become a major tourist attraction for fishing aficionados and those who simply wanted a great family outing. More than 255,000 Arizona anglers send an estimated $831.5 million on equipment and trip-related expenditures annually. Problem The concrete pond had aged to the point where innumerable cracks and holes were causing it to leak 150 gallons of water a minute. Not surprisingly, the damage was general, over the whole concrete base. But that left two other problems. Conventional epoxies will fill holes but they remain rigid, making them prone to micro cracks once under strain of a heavy loading of water and the temperature changes between summer and winter, particularly on exposed rims. The third problem was the need for a remedy that was totally non-toxic and not just in the short term. Solution Ecodur is rated for use in contact with potable water. The ANSI/NSF 61 rating designation for the product came after stringent testing. Of course, if it is good enough for humans, it is certainly good enough for delicate fish hatchlings and juveniles. Ecodur is made from two natural products, gypsum and castor oil. When combined with a catalyst, the ingredients form an incredibly durable 'veggie plastic' that is very flexible, non-toxic and has no Volatile Organic Compounds. Furthermore, Ecodur can be re-applied to previous coats over an indefinite period and form a 100% bond, making repairs not only easier but far more effective than conventional coatings. It has been tested in saltwater for nearly a quarter of a century without any measurable degradation. Ecodur is sprayable on vertical services and has excellent low- temperature performance which was important in this relatively high altitude location. In this case, some of the product was foamed to permanently seal the holes and cracks. Once the anomalies were dealt with, a spray of 40 mm thickness completed the protection. Application Results Colorado Lining International carried out the work within 48 hours of completing the preparation of the surfaces by power washing. This is an exceptionally short turnaround for coated concrete and is primarily facilitated by Ecodur's short cure time. Typically it is touch dry within 30 minutes even in very cold weather, so finishing touches are not delayed. "Ecodur is made from two natural products"

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A Durable, Self-Healing, High-Performance Membrane + ZERO VOC's100% NATURAL, 20+ year longevity, 100% flexible, Class A Fire Rating. Dry's in 30 minutes and has greater thermal capacity.... To seal, protect, and repair any surface!Applications: protecting pipes, storage tanks, docks, cables, boats, bridges, concrete pillars, WATER TREATMENT FACILITIES and so many other surfaces from corrosion caused by liquids and sediment including salt water, oil and other corrosive chemicals. Ecodur provides a thick coating (10+ mils) that gives greater long term performance than other similarly tested systems.LIVE DEMO: https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=863552440355914A couple of NanoTech Ecodur's claim to fame is-Heat Resistance 200F-Maximum Service Temperature -20 to -40F-0 VOC-Water based-Class 55 (non TDG)-Self-leveling, even on vertical surfaces-98-100% adhesion rating (epoxy is only at 50-60%)-Elasticity-Lifespan-Huge cost savings-Heated service NOT required as coating has temp threshold of up to -25-Is not so fussy when it comes to surface prep-It comes in white because of the Gypsum [Not available in Clear]-Any Iron Oxide Dry Pigment can be added to it to obtain color of choice as well asany dry silica to minimize slip factor.-If applied outside as it’s natural white, KNOW, that it will yellow over time.-Any Clear Top Coat can be added to surface of Ecodur … It is NOT hydrophobiclike the other coatings more so it is UN PENETRABLE-For large application’s you will require our Proprietary Two Component Spray Unitsystem, which are specifically designed and built to accommodate our 4.3/1-4.5/1mix ratioWhen one is completing a small application via a Pail/GALLON of Ecoduri. Pail should be stored upside down for 60 – 72 hours prior to mixing, so Gypson releases from bottom of pail.ii. a ½ “ Rectangular [Drywall or Plaster Paddle Mixer] drill with 7000 – 9000 RPM must mix the pail of Part A very very very well prior to Part B being added and mixed.iii. Once Part B is added and mixed you have about 45 min to apply depending on surrounding temp & humidity.Repair Kit’s are offered at a gallon size Part A and small Part B – Also a nice Sample/Quantify size10LB per in 12 X 12 X 12 box containing 2 bags of Part A and one containment of Part B, once these two are mixed you will be able to Demo 120-150 sqft vs. the 600 +/- with the pail.

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An Arizona �sh farm with its large, concrete lined pond had become a major tourist attraction for �shing a�cionados and those who simply wanted a great family outing. More than 255,000 Arizona anglers send an estimated $831.5 million on equipment and trip-related expenditures annually.

ProblemThe concrete pond had aged to the point where innumerable cracks and holes were causing it to leak 150 gallons of water a minute. Not surprisingly, the damage was general, over the whole concrete base. But that left two other problems.

Conventional epoxies will �ll holes but they remain rigid, making them prone to micro cracks once under strain of a heavy loading of water and the temperature changes between summer and winter, particularly on exposed rims. The third problem was the need for a remedy that was totally non-toxic and not just in the short term.

SolutionEcodur is rated for use in contact with potable water. The ANSI/NSF 61 rating designation for the product came after stringent testing. Of course, if it is good enough for humans, it is certainly good enough for delicate �sh hatchlings and juveniles.

Ecodur is made from two natural products, gypsum and castor oil. When combined with a catalyst, the ingredients form an incredibly durable 'veggie plastic' that is very �exible, non-toxic and has no Volatile Organic Compounds.

Furthermore, Ecodur can be re-applied to previous coats over an inde�nite period and form a 100% bond, making repairs not only easier but far more e�ective than conventional coatings. It has been tested in saltwater for nearly a quarter of a century without any measurable degradation.

Ecodur is sprayable on vertical services and has excellent low-temperature performance which was important in this relatively high altitude location. In this case, some of the product was foamed to permanently seal the holes and cracks. Once the anomalies were dealt with, a spray of 40 mm thickness completed the protection.

Application ResultsColorado Lining International carried out the work within 48 hours of completing the preparation of the surfaces by power washing. This is an exceptionally short turnaround for coated concrete and is primarily facilitated by Ecodur's short cure time. Typically it is touch dry within 30 minutes even in very cold weather, so �nishing touches are not delayed.

"Ecodur is made from two natural products"