How is two-component gelcoat spray-applied?
Two-component gelcoat is a special finish based on polyester or epoxy resin, used for coating composite materials. This product does not make the area to which it is applied waterproof, but it is nonetheless valuable for limiting damage caused by water and weathering.
These particular products are widely used in polyester resin finishing for parts destined for immersion, such as hulls, boats and surfboards, but also for parts permanently in contact with water, such as swimming pools, tanks, sanitaryware and pipework, as well as motorcycle fairings and furniture items.
Spray-applied gelcoat finishing delivers a smooth, hard, compact surface with a pleasing appearance, while also limiting any possible wear-related damage.
Applying gelcoat by spray
Tecnover has designed and built a dedicated product for applying this material: the Marine M12. This particular airless pump is specifically designed for the marine sector and for applying antifouling paints.
The Marine M12 package includes:
- Trolley-mounted airless pump
- 6-litre gravity-feed hopper
- Fitting with pressure gauge
- Anti-vibration hose
- Single steel-braid high-pressure hose
- Professional airless gun
- Self-cleaning tips
Using this method for laying down and spray-applying gelcoat, product dispersion is reduced to zero while still guaranteeing maximum yield. Finally, the speed of application and the absence of mist during application further optimise operations and workflows.
