Structural Steel Coatings
Versatile formulations that provide long-term asset protection
WHAT are Structural Steel Coatings?
In bridge applications, a protective coating system is applied to the steel components to prevent corrosion caused by environmental factors such as coastal climates, winter weather, de-icing chemicals, UV exposure, and extreme atmospheric conditions. This system can be a single coat, two-coat, or three-coat application. Typically, it involves a multi-layer approach with a zinc-rich primer, an epoxy intermediate coat, and a polyurethane or polysiloxane topcoat.
Sherwin-Williams structural steel coatings systems are designed to meet and exceed strict pre-determined specifications, ensuring optimal performance. This extends the lifecycle of the infrastructure asset and reduces maintenance costs.
- Cost effective long-term corrosion protection
- Protection against UV degradation
- Extend life cycle of steel infrastructure assets
- Reduce life cycle maintenance costs
Anti-Corrosive Steel Coatings for Bridges
Steel structures like cable-stays, tied arches, network arches, trusses, suspension bridges, and steel girders are vulnerable to corrosion and other stresses that can weaken and cause deterioration. To prevent this, it's essential to cover the substrate with a protective coating. Sherwin-Williams coatings form a durable film that guards against corrosion, ensuring these structures remain safe and resilient.
Sherwin-Williams protective coatings solve for:
- Sacrificial and barrier protection against extreme atmospheric weathering
- UV protection against decarbonization
- Aesthetic enhancements and graffiti resistance
Structural Steel Coatings for a Low Maintenance, Long-Lasting Finish
Sherwin-Williams provides a complete range of structural steel coatings tailored for the bridge and highway sector. Our offerings include zinc-rich primers, epoxy intermediate coats, and polyurethane finish coats, all engineered to ensure superior long-term protection against corrosion and weathering. These coatings are designed for easy application and maintenance.
Our solutions deliver outstanding corrosion resistance, enhanced scratch resistance, and prolonged color and gloss retention. Additionally, incorporating our anti-graffiti coatings helps maintain the pristine appearance of your steel structures for an extended period.
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