Product Details
Quick Drying Thermoplastic Paint Ideal for High Traffic Aear Reduce
Downtime for Road Marking
Product Description
Thermoplastic paint is a type of paint composed mainly of
thermoplastic resins, along with pigments, fillers, and additives.
The thermoplastic resins are the key component. Common
thermoplastic resins used include acrylics, polyvinyl chloride
(PVC), and ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA). Pigments give the paint
its color, fillers can enhance properties like hardness and
opacity, and additives may be used to improve aspects such as
flowability, drying speed, and adhesion.
2. Working Principle
Thermoplastic paint operates based on the principle of
thermoplasticity. When heated above a certain temperature (its
melting point), the paint softens and becomes fluid, allowing it to
be easily applied to a surface. Once applied, as it cools down, the
thermoplastic components solidify, forming a durable and adherent
coating. This process is reversible, meaning that upon reheating,
the paint can be remelted and reprocessed if needed.
Features:
- Durability: It offers excellent abrasion resistance. The hardened
paint film can withstand the friction from foot traffic, vehicle
tires (in the case of road markings), and other mechanical stresses
without wearing away quickly. For example, thermoplastic road
markings can last for several years even with continuous exposure
to heavy traffic.
- Weather Resistance: Thermoplastic paint is highly resistant to
the effects of weathering. It can endure UV radiation, rain, snow,
and temperature fluctuations without significant degradation. This
makes it suitable for outdoor applications where long-term exposure
to the elements is expected.
- Chemical Resistance: It has good resistance to a variety of
chemicals, including common solvents, oils, and mild acids and
alkalis. This property helps in protecting surfaces in industrial
environments or areas where chemical spills may occur.
- High Visibility: When used for marking purposes, such as road
markings or safety markings in industrial facilities, thermoplastic
paint can be formulated to have high reflectivity. Reflective glass
beads are often added to the paint during application, which
significantly enhances visibility, especially at night or in
low-light conditions.
Common Applications
- Road Markings: Thermoplastic paint is extensively used for road
markings, including lane lines, crosswalks, and traffic symbols.
Its durability and high visibility make it an ideal choice for
ensuring road safety and traffic organization.
- Industrial Flooring: In factories, warehouses, and other
industrial settings, thermoplastic paint can be applied to floors
to create slip-resistant surfaces, define work areas, and protect
the floor from wear and chemical damage.
- Safety Markings: It is used to create safety markings in various
environments, such as fire exits, emergency equipment locations,
and hazardous area boundaries. The bright colors and high
visibility of thermoplastic paint help in quickly communicating
important safety information.
- Signage: Thermoplastic paint can be used to create durable and
weather-resistant signage for both indoor and outdoor applications.
It can be applied to metal, plastic, or wooden substrates to
produce clear and long-lasting signs.
Application Process:
- Surface Preparation:
- The road surface must be clean, dry, and free of debris, oil, or
loose material.
- Heating the Paint:
- Thermoplastic paint is heated in a preheater or melter to
temperatures between 180–200°C (356–392°F).
- Regular stirring ensures uniform consistency.
- Application:
- Applied using a road marking machine or manually with specialized tools.
- Machines often include equipment to apply glass beads
simultaneously for reflectivity.
- Thickness:
- Typically applied in layers 1.5–2 mm thick.
- Curing:
- The paint solidifies rapidly as it cools, allowing the road to
reopen quickly.
Maintenance and Care:
To ensure durability:
- Regularly inspect for wear and tear, especially in high-traffic
areas.
- Reapply markings as needed to maintain visibility and
effectiveness.
Thermoplastic paint is a versatile and robust option for road and
traffic marking needs. Would you like guidance on a specific
project or type of thermoplastic paint?
Technical Specification
Density(g/cm3) | 1.8-2.3 |
Softening point (℃) | 90-125 |
Compressive Strength(MPa) | ≥12 |
Glass bead content(%) | 0-30% |
Liquidity | 35±10 |
Packing | 25kg/bag |
Color | White/Yellow/Blue/Red/Green/Customized |
Executive standard | JT/T280-2004/AASHTO/BS3262/Customized |
Appearance | Powder |
Construction temperature | 180℃-220℃ |
Whiteness | 70-85(Customized) |
Inverse coefficient | 50-550 |
Warranty | 12 months |
Storage Method | Avoid light and moisture |
Packing Size | 45×70×5CM |
Company Profile
Guangdong Hua Qun Traffic Facilities Co., Ltd. By Shares was found
in 2 0 1 0, there are two factories located in Guangzhou and
Zhanjiang, Guangdong province. Hua Qun registered capital of
13.66million R M B, and has its own import and export right.
Hua Qun is a professional manufacturer in road safety product for
over 10 years, specializing in thermoplastic paint, glass
beads,road marking mchine with competitive price,have cooperated
with more than 100 government projects. We also provide product
design and solutions for road construction projects at home and
abroad. We have complete construction equipment, excellent
construction technology and rich construction experience and all of
our traffic safety equipments are strictly in accordance with
research and test center and exported to worldwide market. Provide
O E M and O D M service. In addition, we have passed I S O 9 0 0 1,
certifications issued by S D I C.
Our sales network covers all over the world, and we have exported
to the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa,South America, and we
are finding Exclusive Agency from all over the world for our
products.
We insist quality and service is all in the business, innovation
and researching are service and quality. Plenty of customers prove
we are right.
We warmly welcome to visit our factory, and look forward to your
sincere cooperation.