Sigma Coatings is a brand of the SigmaKalon Group

SigmaKalon Marine and Protective Coatings is dedicated to the development, manufacture and supply of coatings to meet the challenging needs of the marine industry. With a heritage of outstanding expertise in marine coatings technology and decades of international investment in research and development for these markets, SigmaKalon is ideally placed to meet the global challenges of this demanding sector.

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Marine coatings are recognised as an integral factor in the service life and operational profitability of most forms of shipping and have become a crucial consideration, from the newbuilding design stages onwards. The success or failure of coatings in service can have a significant influence on a ships operational profitability and overall return on investment. Those responsible for coating selection have to carefully consider the coating choices needed for each specific vessel area, taking into account factors such as service conditions immersed, non-immersed, exposed, etc. as well as substrate type shop primer, steel, aluminium, etc.

An extended range of anticorrosives that match everyones agenda

SigmaPrime is the solution a unique range of multi-purpose anticorrosives that meet the demands of process speed and environmental compliance, without compromising the quality of service supplied to the global shipping industry. SigmaPrime is the result of Sigmas experience in formulating chemical resistance and anticorrosive epoxies over the last 30 years. Building on this technology, Sigma has extended the product range in answer to the evolving needs of shipyards, ship operators and regulatory bodies. Designed to simplify production at the newbuilding stage, while providing long-term performance in service, each one can be applied to virtually all vessel areas, in virtually all temperatures, all year round.

Range requirements of shipbuilding

The SigmaPrime range consists of high quality, multi-purpose epoxy anticorrosives that have been specifically designed to suit modern shipyard building practices and ensure excellent long-term corrosion protection. SigmaPrime is versatile enough to successfully coat virtually every part of a vessel. SigmaPrime is the latest in a series of innovative products from Sigma Marine Coatings, that break new ground and improve the way coating systems build-in effective vessel protection.

Ballast Tanks Underwater Hull Decks Superstructure Topsides Cargo Holds Cargo Tanks Internals

Simplification and convenience for the ship builder long term performance for the owner

SigmaPrime exhibits superior crack resistance in high stress areas

One anticorrosive to suit all

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The SigmaPrime range delivers a dependable, world-class performance wherever and whenever you use it. It offers excellent water and corrosion resistance when applied to steel and non-ferrous metals, exhibiting excellent adhesion, flow and wetting properties, as well as good crack resistance and edge retention. SigmaPrime can also act as the primer coat under other coating types such as epoxy, alkyd, chlorinated rubber, vinyl or polyurethane system. Even parts of the world with hot, humid summers and cold winters present no problems for this versatile, application friendly primer. SigmaPrime provides exceptional anticorrosive protection due to its excellent adhesive qualities on:

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SigmaPrime has been carefully developed to incorporate all the coating characteristics needed for todays shipping industry.

Excellent year round application Exceptional anticorrosive performance DNV/Marintek highest rating B1 Proven crack resistance over time Heat resistance for use with stud welding Enhanced edge coverage Abrasion resistance Chemical resistance Excellent recoat/overcoatability

Shop-primer Steel (blasted or mechanically pre-treated) Aluminium Stainless steel Galvanised steel Hydrojetted surfaces
SigmaPrime can also be overcoated with virtually all other coating types:

Epoxy Polyurethane Acrylic Alkyd Chlorinated rubber Vinyl Fire retardant

coating areas, in all seasons

SigmaPrime making coatings more cost-effective

At Sigma Coatings, we understand that the growing pressure to improve cost efficiencies must never be at the expense of quality and service for shipbuilders worldwide. In response to this, Sigma has extended the SigmaPrime range of multi-purpose, high quality epoxy anticorrosives that will add real value for shipyards and ship operators alike. Each coating in the range has been specifically designed to be adaptable enough to meet the demanding criteria of modern shipbuilding practices. The range can all achieve the peak potential of long-term corrosion protection and comply with the latest regulatory demands. For the shipyard, the benefits of SigmaPrime are considerable. Above all, SigmaPrime offers a clear and simplified paint specification that is flexible and adaptable enough to cover a multitude of functions, reducing the number of coatings. This rationalisation to the coating process when using SigmaPrime means that one anticorrosive is applied to the entire block minimising disruption, thereby reducing downtime caused by cleaning equipment and switching primers. A reduction in the number of different coatings creates both economies of scale and minimises wastage. When consistently applying one product, applicators quickly become accustomed to the application friendly properties of SigmaPrime enabling them to increase speed and improve quality, reducing the need for subsequent touch-up and repairs.

Ship owners on-site will appreciate the benefits of a simplified specification, ensuring that the coating process is easier to follow and assess. In addition, the wide application window and userfriendly characteristics minimise disruptions and enhance quality. In-service, owners will enjoy long term anticorrosive protection with simplified maintenance specifications, leading to rationalised maintenance schemes and seastocks. Furthermore, the increase in overall coating quality will reduce the level of subsequent on-board maintenance costs.

Shipyard benefits
Simplified specification Reduced number of coatings Increased familiarity with coatings and systems Increased production speed Increased application quality Reduced stocks Reduced consumption/wastage

Owner on-site benefits

Simplified specification/inspection routine Increased familiarity with coatings and systems Higher quality

Owner on-service benefits

Long term anticorrosive protection Simplified maintenance schemes Reduced maintenance costs

Wherever you are, the qualitys world-class

The global nature of the shipping business requires supply worldwide. Supplying marine coatings to the shipping industry usually requires local manufacture, often using local raw materials. For coating systems in critical areas, it is vitally important these coatings are identical to those originally specified, together with track records and approvals (such as DNV/Marintek). The composition of the SigmaPrime range, regardless of production location, is strictly controlled and the SigmaPrime formulations have been fingerprinted* by the DNV laboratories in Bergen, Norway. By sampling the SigmaPrime supplied on site, customers can confirm against the fingerprint, that it conforms to the SigmaPrime originally tested and approved, ensuring a quality coating and long term performance.
* For further details and expectations about fingerprinting you should always contact Sigma Coatings.

The SigmaPrime Range

SigmaPrime 200 SigmaPrime 700
(SigmaPrime series)
Two component multi purpose anticorrosive epoxy system

(New development)

Two component multi purpose anticorrosive epoxy system

SigmaPrime 700 LT

(New development)

Two component multi purpose anticorrosive epoxy system

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SigmaKalon Marine and Protective Coatings brings unrivalled levels of experience and expertise in coatings technology through our expanding global supply and distributor network. We understand our customer needs and the challenges they face and respond quickly with effective economic solutions, working closely to develop the products they need. Formulations that can be applied more easily, resist the elements better and reduce overall environmental impact in compliance with both local and international standards. With in-depth knowledge of the working realities facing the industries we supply, our Technical Service Representatives offer an unsurpassed perspective on the coatings options that can help your industry to function optimally, maximising technical performance and minimising expensive down time.

SigmaKalon Marine & Protective Coatings B.V. P.O. Box 58034, 1040 HA Amsterdam, The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0)20 407 5050, Fax: +31 (0)20 407 5059 Email: sigma.marinecoatings@sigmakalon.com Website: www.sigmacoatings.com/marine

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