Vantage Colour Range - High-Grade Architectural Powder Finishes
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Vantage Colour Range for aluminium
Vantage Colour Range for aluminium
Vantage Colour - A range of super durable high-grade architectural polyester-powder finishes designed to protect the substrate and to retain a decorative, durable, long-life colourful finish.
Application
For use on architectural metalwork, external and internal, including aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, cast metals, galvanized and zinc-sprayed substrates.
Suitable for the following environments: Interior Dry (C1), Rural (C2), Urban (C3), Industrial (C4), Coastal (C5).
Typical applications include:
- Architectural metalwork, balustrades and railings, balconies, feature steelwork, handrails, juliet balconies, cosmetic steelwork, staircases, facade cladding, architectural cast iron, gates, sculptures, public realm furniture, feature structural steel, curtain walling, canopies, planters, landscape edging.
Description
The Vantage Colour Range of powders is designed for areas where attention to aesthetics and quality is important.
Available in an exclusive selection of superior quality shades across several collections to compliment current architectural design trends. The PPC colour collections include: Brass, Bronze, Gold, Grey, Pink and Gingerbread and are available in low sheen finishes.
Features and benefits:
- Aesthetic finish: consists of high grade architectural powders rather than standard industrial powder finishes.
- High performing finish: excellent for architectural applications, both internal and external, and ideally suited to public spaces and high-traffic areas due to its superior resistance to wear and tear.
- Enhanced durability: offers good resistance to scratches and marking, it's easy to clean, durable and repairable. Long-term cosmetic and functional protection providing a long-lasting finish.
- Weather resistance: highly weather-resistant and UV stable.
- International Standards of Quality Assurance: Meets Qualicoat and Qualisteelcoat standards - the International Gold Standards in coating systems for aluminium and steel, providing the highest levels of quality assurance.
- Pretreatment compatibility: compatible with a variety of anti-corrosion treatments including Bradleys Qualizinc Ultra-Life Arc Metal Spray. Used in conjunction with Bradleys Bondakote Primer system creates excellent adhesion and greater longevity.
- Bespoke finishes: in addition to the range of colours available, bespoke colour matching and special effect finishes are available upon special request.
Sustainability:
Vantage Colour Range offers several environmental benefits within the parameters of ISO 14001 environmental management system:
- Low VOC emissions: Vantage Colour finishes emit minimal volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air. VOCs contribute to air pollution and can harm human health.
- Efficient application: when you apply Vantage Colour powder coating, about 90% of what’s sprayed adheres to the metal surface. The remaining powder can be collected, filtered, and reused. Any leftover powder is safely disposed of as inert material.
- No hazardous waste: unlike some wet paint processes, Vantage Colour powder coating does not produce hazardous waste. The process takes place in sealed booths, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
- Elimination of hazardous substances: Vantage Colour Range finishes do not require hazardous air pollutants (HAPs).
- Enhanced durability: Vantage Colour-finished surfaces are highly durable, reducing the need for frequent repair. Long-lasting finishes mean fewer resources used over time.
- TGIC-free: eliminating the risk of TGIC related adverse health effects.
- Lightweight materials: Vantage Colour powder coating is a lightweight material adding no significant weight to the substrate which contributes to energy-efficient designs.
- Promotes sustainability: Vantage Colour-finished products are more sustainable due to their durability, reducing the demand for new raw materials.
In summary, Vantage aligns with sustainability goals by reducing environmental impact and promoting long-term resource conservation.
General information
Color | Bronze Gold Grey Pink Brown Guidance for specification option: Gingerbread/Solid Rust Shades |
Finish | Metallic Other Guidance for specification option: Non-metallic or low sheen finishes. Powder-coated Matt |
Material | Polyester |
Shape | Formless |
Length | Bespoke |
Width | Bespoke |
Height | Bespoke |
Warranty description | 40 year Guidance for specification option: Up to 40 years dependent upon environment; consult manufacturer for details. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | H11/830 Powder-coating M60/195 Special coating M60/18 Special coating H92/830 Powder coating |
Specification data - Powder coatings
Standard | To BS EN 12206-1 and BS EN 13438. QUALICOAT Specification. |
Powder formulation | Polyester TGIC-free. |
System performance | Interior Dry (C1). Rural (C2). Urban (C3). Industrial (C4). Coastal (C5). |
Preparation | Chromate pre-treatment or chromate-free pre-treatment near equivalent. |
Initial coats | Not required. |
Undercoats | Bondakote epoxy base layer. Not required. |
Finishing coats | Protective architectural grade polyester powder-coat. Manufacturer guidanceSpecify colour below. |
Colour | Gold Brass - BRL 0419 - low matt, metallic finish. Tarnished Brass - BR 0609 - matt metallic finish. Royal Brass - BR 10308 - matt metallic finish. Contemporary Bronze - BRL 0516 - low matt, metallic finish. Charcoal Bronze - BRL 0511 - low matt, metallic finish. |
Adhesion | Achieved the ultimate Class 0 in accordance with ISO 2409. |
Accelerated weathering | Class 2 ISO 16474-2 (1000 hrs) ≥90% Gloss retention. |
Chemical resistance | Resistant to solvents (xylene rub test). |
Colour stability at elevated temperatures | Excellent. |
Dry film thickness | Approx. 60–80 µm. Guidance for specification option: Colour thickness only. |
Fire classification | Fire rating not required. Rated to A2-s1,d0. Guidance for specification option: A number of Vantage finishes are available in fire-rated versions on prior request; consult manufacturer for details. |
Flexibility | SO 1519 (cylindrical Mandrel) Pass QUALICOAT class 2 requirements. |
Florida exposure | Gloss Retention - Compliant with QUALICOAT Class 2 requirements. |
Gloss level | Dependent on specific finish required. Guidance for specification option:
Manufacturer guidanceSee Colour for available options. |
Impact resistance | Using normal corrected vision, the organic coating shall not show any sign of detachment following the tape pull adhesion test. |
Mortar resistance | As per EN 12206, no effect after 24 hours. |
Permeability resistance | No sign of detachment or blistering as per QUALICOAT specification. |
Maintenance | Simple and easy to clean with pH neutral water and soft cloth or sponge. |
Performance characteristics | Acetic salt spray resistance (aluminium): ISO 9227 <16 mm² corrosion/10cm, 1000 hours. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | No |
Material | Polyester |
Embodied carbonA1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804 | Manufacturer guidanceEmbodied carbon @ 3.49–4.43 kg CO₂ eq/kg. A1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804. |
Recyclability | Does not compromise the recyclability of the underlying material. |
Expected Life | Manufacturer guidanceExpected life to first maintenance: up to 50 years depending upon environment. |
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