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Aerolon: Fluid-Applied Thermal Break Coating
Tnemec Company
09 96 00 High-Performance Coatings
Architects and engineers no longer need to modify designs or create complex workarounds to avoid condensation issues. Aerolon addresses common thermal bridging areas such as pass-through I-beams, fins, canopies, roof davits, parapets, shade louvres, and window frames.
Among the product’s key benefits, Aerolon:
- Prevents thermal bridging;
- Reduces condensation;
- Saves on labour costs;
- Is compatible with various primers;
- Meets Class A via ASTM E84, Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials; and can be easily applied in high-build coats.
Contact your local Tnemec coatings consultant for more information or click the links below.
Additional Information
Thermal Break Breakthrough VideoMitigating Thermal Bridging CEU Course
Thermal Break Construction Details
Aerolon Thermal Break Brochure
Record Product 2016 Announcement
Contact Information
Phone: 1-800-TNEMEC1
Email:
marketing@tnemec.com
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