Axalta Coating Systems introduces the Corlar® LV PR 178 Series Epoxy Primer to its portfolio of innovative coating products for the industrial market, notes a write-up from the company. Corlar LV PR 178 Epoxy Primer is designed to deliver exceptionally strong adhesion and outstanding corrosion resistance for use on properly prepared substrates in oil refineries, off-shore platforms, construction equipment, metal fabrication, and oil and gas industry machinery, the write-up notes.

“The new Corlar LV PR 178 series is an extremely tough and durable primer for customers interested in a high performance solution for industrial operations,” said John Corry, Axalta Product Director, North America Industrial. “This two-part primer is corrosion inhibiting and provides excellent weathering resistant capabilities. The product has a long open time with good melt-in properties to help improve the application efficiency for our customers and deliver excellent long-term corrosion protection.”

Formulated at a low volatile organic compound (VOC) level of 0.8 lbs/gal (100 g/l) and being HAPS-free and BPA-free, Corlar LV PR 178 is suitable for customers seeking an environmentally responsible primer solution. When used under a Corlar epoxy or Imron®polyurethane topcoat, Corlar LV PR 178 delivers exceptional adhesion properties and long-term protection for industrial uses. The new primer is recommended for indoor and outdoor use, and is a highly durable option for above water line exposure on steel, wood, concrete, and aluminum surfaces.