1. Airbus and Boeing both had record deliveries in 2018 contributing to the growth of the commererical fleet, and high-performance coatings continue to support these production increases.
2. It is expected that number of in service A/Cs doubles in the next 10 years, Therefore, the whole airline industry is experiencing a continuous growth and hence the demand for coatings is expanding along with it.
3. Although already in use for more than 10 years, materials like composites are still relatively new when used in structural components.
4. Production processes have evolved since the very first use but yet parts coming out of the autoclave do present a not optimum surface. Fillers are then needed to improve the surface quality before the painting process starts.
5. The fact that paint can be used today where previously it was necessary to use decals also has a positive effect on the aerospace coatings market.
6. Every kg on the aircraft makes a big difference in the operational costs. When talking about paint, two main aspects have to be considered: the paint itself and the application process or sequence.
AEROSPACE EXISTING POPULAR PRODUCTS
1. The BaseCoat/ClearCoat system, originally developed by Mankiewicz in 2006, allows the use of paint to produce vivid colored liveries with the finest details. Its outstanding durability compared to decals, the excellent drying times of the BaseCoat and the paint’s special fading and blending properties make this coating a perfect match for the exacting demands of the aviation industry.”
2. PPG DESOTHANE HD basecoat-clearcoat allows customers with liveries that have medium to high complexity to reduce the weight of coatings on their aircraft by up to 20 percent.
3. PPG AEROCRON electrocoat (e-coat) primer, which is used to coat structural parts by electrodeposition instead of a traditional spray process, brings uniform film on the part. This can result in up to 75 percent weight savings on highly complex parts. In addition, it offers high transfer efficiency and is an environmentally sustainable technology.
4. PPG Aerobase and Aerodur basecoat/clearcoat systems were developed to improve durability and reduce application time, and to optimize our color formulation for optimum brightness and opacity, which can lead to fewer layers and lower film build.
5. Sherwin-Williams’ Basecoat/Clearcoat SKYscapes topcoats provide better coverage, which means less paint used.
AEROSPACE NEW AND UPCOMING PRODUCTS
1. AkzoNobel has launched a new chromate-free exterior primer, Aerodur HS 2121, developed with and qualified at Airbus. For airlines, Aerodur HS 2121 promotes superior sustainability of the brand image and improves selective stripping of the decorative layer, enhancing rivet adhesion and reducing maintenance downtime. It was developed to meet all Airbus exterior system specifications, including the selective strippable systems.
2. Mankiewicz is presenting a new generation of Fillers that was specially developed for use on 3D-printed components. As shapes are getting more complex within aircraft components, the use of 3D printing process is increasing. While previously the technique was mostly used for producing spare parts, increasingly manufacturers are working with 3D-printed components from the outset. As with any new technology it brings new challenges to overcome. The 3D printing technique typically produces furrows, which particularly poses a problem for their subsequent coating – in order for the paint to achieve a shiny and smooth surface it is necessary to first compensate for the furrows with fillers. However, it is not as easy as it sounds. As the furrows made by a 3D printer are deeper than the unevenness normally found on aircraft components, a larger amount of filler material is needed. When applied in thicker layers many fillers no longer pass the heat release rate test and so are unsuitable for the aviation industry.
3. Mankiewicz has also developed and qualified a primer that is highly flexible and able to withstand the massive vibrations under which a flexible nacelle composite remains stable and intact: ALEXIT FlexPrimer 493-23. Not only does the primer prevent the paint from cracking, it also fulfils all properties of a normal exterior primer and is chromate-free. When used as a substitute for regular primer, there is no need for a further layer and thus no additional weight is added. This way the engine nacelle stays looking good, there is no loss of availability caused by unplanned maintenance and in general less repairs are necessary.
4. From an exterior coating standpoint, Sherwin-Williams Aerospace Acry Glo Urethane has now been formulated with its Metallic HLG Acrylic Urethane topcoat finish for a metallic finish suitable for quick drying stripes on small aircraft and helicopters, and as an overall finish for GA equipment. Acry Glo is a multi-component topcoat that has been a versatile, proven performance system in the aviation industry for more than 30 years. It is a high-quality, rugged aerospace coating that offers outstanding durability, gloss retention and chip resistance that keeps equipment pristine and protected in harsh environments.
5. On the interior front, Sherwin-Williams Aerospace has just introduced Jet Suede, a two-component urethane topcoat designed to enhance the feel of aircraft interiors. Jet Suede delivers an upscale, textured feel to any surface to which it is applied. Perfect for application on rigid and flexible plastics and substrates, this interior topcoat provides a durable finish that will look great for years to come. Jet Suede is offered in low gloss, solid colors, including an array of OEM colors.
MARINE COATINGS MARKET
1.The marine coatings market size is forecasted to surpass $15 billion by 2024 at approximately seven percent CAGR from 2016 to 2024, according to research by Global Market Insights.
2. The price for raw materials increased more than anticipated, which affected the entire coatings industry. There were sustained tough market conditions in the marine industry globally. The marine newbuild markets in Asia and Europe continued to decline but there was a rise within marine maintenance.
3. A growing need for low fuel consumption will enhance the demand for regular coating by anti-fouling agents.
4. The Maritime Organization’s Sulphur cap is slated to go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020. It will rise from 0.5 percent to 3.5 percent.
5. As the industry continues to search for the most efficient way of operating, suppliers strive to deliver solutions that impact the bottom line for their customers, either by a low upfront investment or reducing their fuel consumption.
The anti-corrosion coatings segment is expected to lead the marine coatings market through 2022, in terms of value, per ReportBuyer.
POTENTIAL GROWTH AREAS
1. According to GMI, Asia Pacific, led by China, South Korea and Japan, has made “tremendous” advancements in the shipbuilding industry.
2. China emerged as the global leader, the research states, with new orders accounting for more than 33 percent of the global shipbuilding industry.
3. Asia Pacific will have a significant share of the overall industry owing to large-scale shipbuilding activities in China, Japan, South Korea, Philippines and Taiwan, per GMI’s research. In Europe, for example, major shipping countries such as Greece, Germany, Norway (the maritime hubs) continue to have the highest demand for marine coatings. Asia (specifically Japan, China, Singapore) also has a high demand.
REGULATIONS
1. The Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR, Regulation (EU) 528/2012), as definted by the European Chemicals Agency, concerns the placing on the market and use of biocidal products,
2. Now all biocidal products require an authorization by European Chemicals Agency before they can be placed on the EU market, active substances contained in that biocidal product must also be previously approved.
3. The more hazardous substances – known as red raw materials. Can be changed in the solvent blends and phase out raw materials that contain alkyl phenol ethoxylates. Priority list centers on carcinogenic, mutagenic and reprotoxic (CMR) substances.
PRODUCTS
1. The current trend in the North American marine coatings market is single application tank lining products
2. This year, Hempel released Globic 7000 and Atlantic+ to the market. Globic 7000 is a new antifouling coating with enhanced operational flexibility for all vessel types and a speed loss of 4.5 percent, on average (according to ISO 19030).
3. Globic 7000 incorporates an optimum biocide mix to guard against both hard and soft fouling. With an improved performance against slime and algae, Globic 7000 is suitable for wide operational conditions including slow steaming and long idle periods.
4. Atlantic+ is designed to protect the hull from fouling throughout service intervals of up to 60 months. Ensuring complete operational flexibility, the new antifouling is suitable for all vessel types and all water temperatures. Atlantic+ incorporates a powerful biocide package and proven binder system. This ensures progressive and controlled self-polishing from the moment the hull hits the water and for up to 60 months thereafter.
5. PPG is offering NOVAGUARD 810 ER and PSX ONE. NOVAGUARD 810 ER is a single coat solution for ballast tanks and various cargo vessel applications that provides durable, long-term protection of the asset. PSX ONE is a single pack acrylic polysiloxane solution that provides outstanding color and gloss retention in a durable coating product.
6. Chugoku Marine Paints introduced a new antifouling coating containing the barnacle-repellent active agent Selektope, SEA PREMIER 3000 PLUS, which is the eighth product developed by CMP that contains Selektope.
7. SEA PREMIER 3000 PLUS is a self-polishing coating based on silyl polymer technology. It delivers excellent slime and algal resistance with the combined power of Selektope and cuprous oxide for superior hard fouling prevention. Developed initially for use in the Japanese domestic market by coastal vessels, SEA PREMIER 3000 PLUS is particularly suitable for vessels operating with a low activity rate or at low speed. The coating is also suitable for use in niche areas, such as sea chests and interior-grating-bow thruster tunnels.
8. Nippon Paint Marine released Ever Cool, a specially formulated coating designed to reduce the effect of the Sun’s infrared rays on ship operations. Requiring no special application tools or processes, Nippon Paint Marine uses advanced formulated reflective pigments to prevent surface temperature increases and lower heat transfer through steel plate and other structures.
9. Jotun unveiled the next generation of its SeaForce biocidal antifouling range, with three new products featuring Hydractive technology. The new solution provides predictable, long-term performance for diverse vessel needs.
(Source: https://www.coatingsworld.com/issues/2019-05-01/view_features/the-aerospace-coatings-market-230502/, https://www.coatingsworld.com/issues/2019-08-01/view_features/the-marine-coatings-market-706717/)
