Topic Term: Product Spotlight, Sealants & Related
Nucoat North America
The VL3 line of coatings consists of water-based coatings for windows and doors that meet the AAMA 615-20 standard for superior performing organic coatings on plastic profiles as a one-component system; no hardener or crosslinking additive is required. The coatings are designed to be heated up to above 200 F with no visible damage to the surface or loss of adhesion. They are available in matte, silk, texture and metallic.
Novagard
NovaFlex Qwik-Set Glazing Sealant is a two-component silicone neutral-cure sealant designed to rapidly build adhesive and elastomeric strength for bedding and glazing of glass. It allows for high unit throughout, low pumping viscosity and void-free filling of the sealant joint. The sealant is designed to resist natural weathering, including extreme temperatures, UV radiation, and rain and snow.
Novagard
NovaFlex Qwik-Set Glazing Sealant is a two-component silicone neutral-cure sealant designed to rapidly build adhesive and elastomeric strength for bedding and glazing of glass. It allows for high unit throughout, low pumping viscosity and void-free filling of the sealant joint. The sealant is designed to resist natural weathering, including extreme temperatures, UV radiation, and rain and snow.
H.B. Fuller | Kömmerling
Isomelt DM15 warm melt matrix is a single-component, desiccant matrix for use with Vitro’s Intercept warm-edge technology. Functioning as a desiccant and hot-melt adhesive, Isomelt DM15 reportedly has good drying capacity and adheres well to Intercept coil stock. It is available in gray and black and has an application temperature from 194F to 248F.
H.B. Fuller | Kömmerling
Isomelt DM15 warm melt matrix is a single-component, desiccant matrix for use with Vitro’s Intercept warm-edge technology. Functioning as a desiccant and hot-melt adhesive, Isomelt DM15 reportedly has good drying capacity and adheres well to Intercept coil stock. It is available in gray and black and has an application temperature from 194F to 248F.
YKK AP America
YKK AP America added a black finish to its StyleView window and door line, designed to complement the company’s existing dark bronze finish. The black exterior laminate window provides a dark exterior option with a white vinyl interior and comes in multiple grille profiles and grid styles, including single-hung, casement, picture, geometric, transom, awning and a sliding door. The finishes resist UV degradation, do not fade or chalk, and resist moisture and dryness, says the company.
YKK AP America
YKK AP America added a black finish to its StyleView window and door line, designed to complement the company’s existing dark bronze finish. The black exterior laminate window provides a dark exterior option with a white vinyl interior and comes in multiple grille profiles and grid styles, including single-hung, casement, picture, geometric, transom, awning and a sliding door. The finishes resist UV degradation, do not fade or chalk, and resist moisture and dryness, says the company.
INOX
INOX now offers an antimicrobial coating for its line of stainless-steel products, including commercial and residential door levers and pulls, deadbolts, panic devices and push/pull plates. MicroArmor Antimicrobial Coating is a powder coating that contains silver ions that attach themselves to a microbe’s cellular enzyme. It is applied during the hardware manufacturing process and works to inhibit the growth and reproduction of harmful bacteria, mold and mildew by up to 99.9 percent, according to the company.
INOX
INOX now offers an antimicrobial coating for its line of stainless-steel products, including commercial and residential door levers and pulls, deadbolts, panic devices and push/pull plates. MicroArmor Antimicrobial Coating is a powder coating that contains silver ions that attach themselves to a microbe’s cellular enzyme. It is applied during the hardware manufacturing process and works to inhibit the growth and reproduction of harmful bacteria, mold and mildew by up to 99.9 percent, according to the company.
Momentive Performance Materials Inc.
GE Sealants & Adhesives family of products introduced its siliconized acrylic latex caulks and sealants line, including two new offerings for the window and door market: Max Shield All Weather sealant and All Weather Pro sealant. Both are suitable for exterior and interior paint projects, including gaps and joints in windows, doors, siding, flashing and trim. They are waterproof and mold resistant, according to the company.