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Type & Chemistry

Substrate

	Substrate / Surface
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	Aluminum		Coatings can be applied to aluminum substrates or surfaces.
	Anodized		Coatings can be applied to anodized substrates or surfaces.
	Asphalt		Coatings can be applied to asphalt substrates or surfaces.
	Bitumen / Coal Tar		Coatings can be applied to bitumen or coal tar substrates or surfaces.
	Ceramic / Porcelain		Coatings can be applied to ceramic or porcelain substrates or surfaces.
	Composites		Coatings can be applied to composite materials.
	Concrete / Masonry		Coatings can be applied to concrete or masonry.
	Crystals		Coatings can be applied to crystals and do not degrade the crystal or cause recrystallization.
	Fabric / Fiber		Coatings can be applied to fabric or fiber.
	Fiberglass		Coatings can be applied to fiberglass substrates or surfaces.
	Food		Coatings can be applied to food products.
	Glass		Coatings can be applied to glass substrates or surfaces.
	Graphite		Coatings can be applied to graphite substrates or surfaces.
	Metal		Coatings can be applied to metal substrates or surfaces.
	Paper / Paperboard		Coatings can be applied to paper or paperboard.
	Plastic		Coatings can be applied to plastic substrates or surfaces.
	Rubber / Elastomer		Coatings can be applied to rubber or elastomer substrates or surfaces.
	Silicon		Coatings can be applied to silicon substrates or surfaces.
	Steel		Coatings can be applied to steel substrates or surfaces.
	Wood		Coatings can be applied to wood substrates or surfaces.
	Other		Other unlisted substrate materials.
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	Surface Location / Orientation
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	Ceiling		Ceiling coatings are interior coatings designed for ceilings.
	Deck		Deck coatings are exterior coatings designed for decks.
	Floor		Floor coatings are interior coatings designed for floors.
	Pavement / Walkway		Coatings for pavements or walkways are able to withstand extreme environmental conditions such as vehicular traffic, ice-melting salts, and dust-control chemicals.
	Roof		Roof coatings are exterior coatings designed for roofs.
	Underwater		Underwater paints or coatings can be applied while the substrate or surface is submerged in water.
	Wall		Wall coatings are interior coatings designed for walls. They usually include some type of finish.
	Other		Other unlisted surface locations or orientations.
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Technology

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	Film Drying / Air Setting		Film drying or air setting forms a continuous, dry film from a binder which can be pigmented. The evaporation of the solvent, carrier, or thinner sets the coating.
	Laser Fused (Laser Marking)		Laser marking uses a laser beam to fuse the coating, ink, or marking material with the substrate’s surface. Laser fused coatings are extremely corrosion resistant.
	Multicomponent		Multicomponent coating systems use a polymeric protective film that applies a prime coat, intermediate coat, and/or finish coat.
	Reactive / Moisture Cured		Reactive resins are single-component adhesives that are applied in the same way as hot melt adhesives. The resins react with moisture to crosslink and polymerize, resulting in a cured material. Polyurethane reactives (PUR) are examples of reactive resins. Certain silicones and cyanoacrylates also react with moisture or water to cure the adhesive or sealant.
	Thermoplastic		Thermoplastic coatings are powders which melt repeatedly when heated. They solidify when cooled.
	Thermoset		Thermoset coatings are powders which, when heated, undergo a chemical reaction during the cure cycle.
	UV Irradiation		Coatings are cured through ultraviolet (UV) irradiation.
	Other		Other unlisted coating technologies.
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Processing

	Coverage		Coverage is the theoretical area of a substrate which a coating can cover at a given thickness.
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	Cure / Dry Temperature		Cure temperature or dry temperature is the temperature at which coatings cure or dry.
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	Cure / Dry Time		Cure time or dry time is the time required for curing or drying.
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	Operating / Use Temperature		Operating temperature is the temperature or temperature range to which applied and set coatings can be used at or exposed to without degrading structural or other required end-use properties.
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	Pot-Life Time		Pot-life time is the time between the mixing stage and the gel stage at which a coating remains usable in the pot at 77o F. Pot life for epoxies depends on variables such as temperature, the shape of the container, and the hardener used. Pot life is different from working time.
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Form / Application Method

	Form:
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	Aerosol		The coating is dispensed as an aerosol or spray.
	Cartridge		The ink, coating or marking material is packaged in a cartridge for controlled delivery via a printer or other type of precision dispensing equipment.
	Crayon / Pencil		The coating or marking material is packaged and dispensed in the form of a crayon or pencil.
	Film / Laminate		The coating is a thin sheet of plastic adhered to the substrate for protection.
	Liquid		The coating is a liquid.
	Marker / Pen		The coating, ink, paint or marking material is packaged and dispensed in the form of a marker or pen.
	Paste		The coating is a paste.
	Powder		The coating is provided in powder form.
	Solid		The coating is a solid.
	Transfer Tape		The ink, coating or marking material is packaged as transfer tape for controlled delivery via a printer or other type of precision dispensing equipment.
	Solvent Based		Solvent-based coatings primarily use volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as the carrier.
	Water Based		Water-based coatings use water as the primary carrier, but may also contain chemicals such as glycol ethers, alcohols, and other water-soluble VOCs.
	Other		Other forms or dispensation methods.
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	Application Method
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	Autophoretic		Autophoretic processes involve a precipitation reaction of an organic resin. An acid etches the metal, co-depositing the ions of the oxidized metal with a vinyl emulsion resin.
	Brush		The coating can be applied with a brush.
	Curtain		Curtain coated objects are moved under a steady stream of coating.
	Dip / Immersion		Dip coating or immersion coating makes plastisol a functional part of the dipped object. Hot dip coating, the most common variety, heats the object and then immerses it in plastisol. The plastisol gels on the heated object, but final fusion takes place in a heated chamber. Cold dipping, used primarily for thin plastisol coatings, does not require pre-heating before dipping; however, fusion still takes place in a heated chamber. The plastisol viscosity and other factors determine the thickness of the cold dip coating.
	Electrostatic		Coatings can be deposited using electrostatic methods.
	Electrocoating		Electrocoating (e-coat, electrodeposition) is an electrochemical process which applies a voltage differential across two electrodes immersed in an aqueous solution of organic material. The organic material migrates to one of the electrodes and forms a film on the electrode.
	Roller		The coating can be applied with a roller.
	Screen		The coating is applied with a screen.
	Spin		Spin coating is used to coat wafers. The coating material is dispensed onto the wafer via flood-dispense or spread-dispense methods. The wafer can be either stationary or moving. After the coating is dispensed, the wafer is spun at a high speed until the coating spreads evenly and dries. The higher the spin acceleration, the more uniform the coating.
	Spray		Spray coating uses an airless spray system to coat large objects, vertical surfaces, or irregular shapes. Unlimited passes can be made in order to achieve the desired coating thickness. Decorative effects can be achieved using special spray heads. Spray coating is often performed in-place.
	Other		Other unlisted dispensing methods.
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Color & Finish

	Color		Primary pigment is commonly composed of titanium dioxide.  The amount of primary pigment impacts greatly on the hiding capabilities of the paint film and UV protection.  Secondary pigments are pigments such as talc, silics, calcium carbonate, mica, etc., which have little impact on hiding.  They are basically used as fillers to help control viscosity, leveling, sheen, etc.
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	Black		Coatings are tinted black.
	Blue		Coatings are tinted blue.
	Brown		Coatings are tinted brown.
	Gray		Coatings are tinted gray.
	Green		Coatings are tinted green.
	Orange		Coatings are tinted orange.
	Purple		Coatings are tinted purple.
	Red		Coatings are tinted red.
	White		Coatings are tinted white.
	Yellow		Coatings are tinted yellow.
	Clear / Transparent		Coatings are colorless or transparent.
	Other		Other unlisted colors.
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	Finish
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	Flat		Flat coatings do not have a gloss or sheen.
	Satin		Satin coatings have a gloss level between flat and semi-gloss.
	Semi-Gloss		Semi-gloss coatings have a low-luster sheen, usually at 35° - 70 degrees on a 60° meter.
	High-Gloss		High-gloss coatings provide a smooth and almost mirror-like surface when viewed from all angles, usually above 70° on 60° meter.
	Other		Other unlisted finish types.
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Features & Industry

	Features
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	Anti-Slip / Abrasive		Anti-slip coatings produce a textured, abrasive, sticky or roughened surface layer to prevent personnel from slipping or falling on floors, steps, and walkways.
	Abrasion Resistant		Coatings are abrasion resistant.
	Anti-Fog		Specialized optical coatings prevent lenses, windows, or optical surfaces from fogging, a condition caused by the condensation of moisture vapor on a surface.
	Adhesive		Coatings can also be used as an adhesive.
	Anti-Fouling		Anti-fouling coatings prevent the accumulation of aquatic animals and plants.
	Anti-Reflective		Anti-reflective coatings are applied to substrates to reduce glare. The enhance the appearance of the black objects by decreasing the amount of light reflected from the substrate.
	Anti-Static / ESD Control		Anti-static coatings and electrostatic discharge (ESD) control coatings are used to minimize static electricity in sensitive environments.
	Chemically Resistant		Chemically-resistant coatings resist acids, alkalis, oils, and general chemicals.
	Coil / Web Processing		Coatings are designed for coil or web processing applications.
	Conductive		Conductive coatings are used to form an electrically-conductive layer.
	Corrosion Inhibiting / Rust Preventive		Corrosion-inhibiting or rust-preventive coatings prevent moisture from reaching the metal or underlying substrate, or provide a sacrificial layer. Resin-based coatings are both corrosion and chemically-resistant, and provide a barrier to protect the substrate. Zinc or aluminum coatings provide a sacrificial layer that galvanically protects the ferrous surface, even if the layer is breached.  Zinc phosphate, barium metaborate and strontium chromate (all pigments) are common ingredients in corrosion-inhibitive coatings. These pigments absorb any moisture that enters the coating film. Lubricant, oil and grease coatings also provide a water-repellent barrier to inhibit corrosion. Rust-preventative coatings are designed to minimize rust or iron-alloy corrosion when applied directly to ferrous metals such as carbon or alloy steels.
	Dielectric		Dielectric coatings are made from nonconducting materials and used in optical applications. High-reflection coatings consist of a stack of alternating layers of high- and low-refractive-index materials. Each layer in the stack has an optical thickness of a quarter-wave at the design wavelength.
	Doming		Doming coatings are used to form domed layer over labels, markings, and decorative features. A clear resin forms a flattened, hemispherical dome that cures and protects the underlying ornamental detail or print while maintaining or enhancing visibility.
	EMI / RFI Shielding		Coatings provide shielding from electromagnetic interference (EMI) or radio frequency interference (RFI).
	Exterior		Coatings are designed for exterior use and are weatherable.
	Flame Retardant / UL 94V-0 Rated		Coatings are flame-retardant in accordance to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Flame Class 94V-0, or other equivalent ISO standards. These materials reduce the spread of flame or resist ignition when exposed to high temperatures. They also insulate the substrate and delay damage to the substrate.
	Friction Reducing / Low Friction		Friction-reducing or low-friction coatings are used to reduce friction between two materials.
	Glow-in-the-Dark / Photoluminescent		Photoluminescent coatings glow in the dark after they are exposed to light. They are used in building-safety and egress-marking applications. Glow-in-the-dark coatings enable personnel to move through darkened corridors and safely exit a building during a power outage.
	Heat Resistant / High Temperature		Heat-resistant coatings and high-temperature coatings resist damage from heat, or are formulated for use in high-temperature environments.
	Impact Resistant		Impact-resistant coatings are resistant to impact or used to mitigate impact.
	Interior		Coatings are designed for use inside buildings and structures.
	Noise Reducing / Dampening		Noise-reducing and dampening coatings are used to reduce noise transmission through the substrate.
	Mold Release / Nonstick		Mold-release and nonstick coatings are applied to substrates to prevent sticking. Mold releases are applied to the surface of a mold or die cavity so that molded components can be ejected or removed more easily.
	Oil and Grease Resistant		Oil and grease-resistant coatings resist degradation from contact with oils, lubricants, greases, and other petroleum-based fluids.  Oil-repellent or oleophobic coatings are not wetted by oils.
	Protective		Protective coatings are designed to protect substrates and surfaces.
	Reflective		Reflective coatings use mirror-like deposits to reflect light.
	Sealer / Surface Sealant		Sealers are coatings used to seal surfaces. Sealants are used to seal joints or gaps between surfaces. Some seal coatings can be used to seal or form a barrier on a surface, and to seal joints.
	Temperature Indicating		Temperature-indicating coatings change in appearance at specific temperatures.
	Waterproof / Water Repellant		Waterproof or water-repellant coatings are clear, exterior finishes that cause water to bead up on the surface. They also minimize the penetration of water into the substrate.
	Wear / Erosion Resistant		Wear or erosion-resistant coatings are designed to resist wear or erosion. Wear is caused by a sliding action between two or more components. Erosion is surface damage or material removal caused by the impact of particles or slurries.
	Weather / UV Resistant		Weather or ultraviolet (UV) resistant coatings are weather resistant or protect against damage from UV radiation.
	VOC Compliant		VOC-compliant coatings meet state and/or federal requirements that limit the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOC) in paints and coatings.
	Other		Other unlisted features.
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	Industry
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	Aerospace		Coatings are designed for use in aerospace applications.
	Agriculture / Forestry		Coatings are designed for use in agricultural or forestry applications.
	Architectural / Construction		Coatings are designed for use in architectural or construction applications. This includes interior and exterior paints as well as specialty floor coatings.
	Automotive		Coatings are designed for use in automotive applications.
	Business / Printing		Coatings are designed for use in business applications such as printing documents, forms, or marketing materials.
	Chemical / Material Processing		Coatings are designed for chemical or material processing applications.
	Commercial / Professional		Coatings are designed for commercial or professional contractor use. They are more durable than coatings designed for consumer applications, but are not as heavy-duty as industrial-grade coatings.
	Consumer / Retail		Coatings are designed for consumer or retail applications.
	Electronics		Coatings are designed for use in the electronics industry.
	Energy / Utilities		Coatings are designed for use in energy generation and transmission applications.
	Environmental		Coatings are designed for use in environmental applications such as sealing asbestos or other hazardous materials for remediation, containment, and removal. Coatings are also designed for use in exhaust stacks, landfills, and containers for hazardous materials.
	Food and Beverage		Coatings are designed for use in the food and beverage industry. This category includes both food products and the packaging products that come into contact with food and beverages.
	Government		Coatings are designed for use in non-military governmental applications.
	Machine Tools		Coatings are designed for the machine tool industry.
	Maintenance / MRO		Coatings are designed for maintenance applications and maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO) organizations.
	Marine		Coatings are designed for marine applications and are often weatherproof and corrosion resistant.
	Medical / Healthcare		Coatings are designed for medical or healthcare applications and are often sanitary, pathogen resistant, and bacteria resistant.
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