Innovative Solutions for Your Semiconductor Facilities

Flooring & Secondary Containment

High-performance chemical-resistant floor coatings and secondary containment lining systems are critical to protecting concrete surfaces in aggressive chemical storage and loading environments. Core products have been identified, qualified, and determined suitable for use in the various specified chemical resistant coatings (CRC) applications in semiconductor facilities
We have proven CRC systems and work directly with end users to develop systems based on specific exposures for use on flooring, containments, waffle, or cheese slabs and more.  

• Excellent chemical resistance with industry-leading protection for concrete substrates
  
• Containment of spilled chemicals, preventing potential contamination of the surrounding natural environment
• Conductive Spark Proof flooring systems for areas with explosion hazards
• Concrete moisture vapor mitigation systems to help ensure coating integrity, while preventing humidity from entering controlled room environments
• Slip-resistance to meet both the safety and cleanability requirements
• Long-term durability, extending the performance of your assets

Piping & Equipment

Piping and equipment are vital to your facility, transporting water, chemicals, gases, and other essential commodities. Protective coatings are used to shield your pipes from corrosion, leaks, and provide thermal insulation. Maintaining the integrity of your piping system is crucial to prevent safety hazards or costly shutdowns. Any signs of corrosion or degradation should be assessed promptly.

Sherwin-Williams offers a comprehensive range of protective pipe coatings, including high-heat options that safeguard against burns and prevent corrosion under insulation. For precise pipe demarcation and OSHA compliance, our 4000 series color chart adheres to the recommended ANSI standard color coding, ensuring clear identification of water, chemical, and other pipelines.

Structural Steel 

Sherwin-Williams coatings ensure optimal protection for the structural steel in semiconductor fabrication facilities and their supporting buildings. Our coatings provide exceptional durability and corrosion resistance essential in maintaining the steel's integrity during construction and beyond. Additionally, it is imperative that these products have low VOCs to comply with the stringent regulatory standards of this technically demanding industry, including requirements for minimal outgassing and control of airborne molecular contaminants (AMC). 

Sherwin-Williams offers coatings for structural steel in various environments and conditions. Depending on the demands of your facility, we have options from one-step to shop-applied primer/finishes. This includes applications that have been tested for exterior use is C5 extreme environments as described by ISO 12944 and meet LEED emissions for interior applications.  

Intumescent Fire Protection

Fireproofing is crucial for any facility, particularly in high-risk areas like semiconductor fab clean zones, where large amounts of electrical equipment, fully automated processes, continuous airflow, and flammable substances are present. With project timelines accelerating and on-site construction activities increasing, opting for the off-site application of intumescent fire protection materials is a strategic choice. This approach not only simplifies project scheduling but also ensures a safer and cleaner construction environment compared to the conventional on-site application of sprayed fire-resistive materials.

Process Water & Industrial Wastewater Treatment Systems

In semiconductor fabrication plants, water consumption is on the scale of millions of gallons each day! Water processing – from ultra-pure water development to the treatment of industrial water and wastewater – is critical for high-quality wafer production. Ultimate protection from linings is critical to combating against Industrial Waste streams from wafer manufacturing.  When coatings fail, it can lead to the degradation of essential concrete tanks, structures, and foundations. Rust and deterioration can compromise supporting steel structures and pipes. These signs can signal critical problems that demand attention.

Sherwin-Williams is a proven leader in the coatings and linings for industrial water and wastewater. We have linings that are resistant to acids, alkalis, solvents, and many other chemicals common in wafer manufacturing. Additionally, we have linings designed for process water tanks, including ultra-pure water.

We understand your current industrial needs and can prepare for your future waste streams. Designed for extended life cycle, our process water and industrial wastewater solutions align with your sustainability goals by minimizing energy and water recycling reuse and consumption.