Epoxy Resin History and Facts
Epoxy Resin Facts
Following the correct steps in the curing process of resin ensures the presence of all these factors.
High Transit
Vehicle operating, walking and storing heavy equipment.
Water-repellent
It is impermeable to any falling moisture or liquid.
Fireproof
Not flammable, does not catch fire.
Antistatic
It does not store static energy.
Easy Cleaning
Just use a clean mop and water.
Mechanical Resistance
Supports up to 1800 pounds of shock weight per square foot.
Chemical Resistance
Resists chemical spills, but quick clean up is recommended.
High brightness
stunning glossy effect, Matte can be done with additives.
Slip-resistant
While dry it is slip resistant, additives can be mixed for extra grip.
Aseptic
Anti porous surface, does not store Bacteria, Viruses or dirt.
History
What is Epoxy Resin?
Epoxy resin is a thermosetting polymer, which changes from a liquid to a solid state when mixed with a hardener or catalyst generating a chemical reaction.
Its main characteristic is its hardness and brightness, with which we make different types of works, exploiting a unique art where there is no limit to our imagination. The epoxy resin has different types of uses, as unions, adhesives and coatings, can be applied on different surfaces, accident prevention because it is not electrically conductive, construction of molds, crafts, etc.
The first experiments were carried out in 1947, when the first types of resin were produced after different chemical tests. It should be noted that, like any industrial product, it takes time to reach a good chemical composition, which it already has today. The most commonly used epoxy resin is a mixture of bisphenol A and epichlorohorin.
