TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Vivendi Collection products are based on saturated polyester resins, hardeners without TGIC and declaration–free pigments & additives.
Vivendi range coatings have given an excellent exterior durability with very good gloss retention and colour stability.
Vivendi range coatings meet or exceed the international quality specifications like Qualicoat class 1, GSB Standard, AAMA 2603, etc and can be used on architectural metal components.
PRODUCT RANGE
Vivendi Collection products are available in different gloss levels and finishes:
| Finish | Gloss range |  |
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| RB | Glossy | 80 - 95 | P-0301 |
| RS | Satin | 30 - 80 | P-0599 |
| RM | Matt | 3 - 30 | P-0560 |
| RT | Fine textured | 3 - 20 | P-0472 |
| RX | Smooth metallic or pearl mica effect | 3 - 95 | P-0301 P-0560 P-0599 |
| RF | Fine textured metallic or pearl mica | 6 - 20 | P-0472 |
Vivendi Collection is available in a wide range of colours from RAL and NCS cards.
We can produce tailor made colours on accepted orders.
MAIN USES
Vivendi products are widely used on:
 Windows and doors extrusion profiles. |
Metal façades. |
| Automotive & Agricultural elements. |
Public furniture. |
| Rain screens and sun protection parts. |
Infrastructure components. |
POWDER CHARACTERISTICS
| Chemical type | Polyester |
| Particle size | < 125 microns, suitable for electrostatic spray |
| Solids | > 99% |
| Specific gravity | From 1,2 to 1,7 gr/cc depending on colour |
| Storage stability | 24 months at 35ºC maximum. | Best before | 24 months | Packing units | 15, 20 or 25 kg (PE bag in carton box) |
APPLICATION
The substrate to be coated must be cleaned, degreased and pre-treated with the most suitable process like:
| Alum | HDG | Steel | |
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| Pre-anodizing | |
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| Zinc phosphating | |
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| Blasting | |
The use of Adapta Rustproof primers could be needed in order to improve the corrosion protection properties on several substrates like aluminium, steel and galvanized steel.
Vivendi Collection can be electro statically sprayed with all commercial Corona Guns. Check suitability for other application systems like TRIBO.
We suggest applying the powder from the fluidized bed instead of the use of direct feed box equipment in order to avoid colour and aspect differences.
The fluidising air pressure, the transport air pressure, the additional air pressure, the voltage and the distance from the gun to the work piece must be adjusted in order to get the desired results.
We recommend the use of flat jet spray nozzles.
The recycling of the powder is possible most of times, but we strongly recommend keeping the same proportion of recycled powder and fresh powder into the fluidized bed container in order to avoid colour and aspect differences.
CURE – STOVING CONDITIONS
| Object temperature | Minimum | Maximum |
| 180ºC | 20' | 30' |
| 190ºC | 15' | 25' |
| 200ºC | 10' | 20' |
PROPERTIES
The following mechanical and chemical properties are obtained when applying on aluminium panels with the right pre-treatment process and correctly baked, following the individual product data sheet instructions in order to get a right cross-linking reaction.
| Mechanical test | Test | |
| APPEARANCE | According to the product range definition | |
| FILM thickness | 70-80 microns | ISO 2630 |
| GLOSS | According to the product range definition | ISO 2813 |
| ADHESION – cross cut | PASS GT0 | ISO 2409 |
| IMPACT | > 2,5 Nm | ISO 6272 |
| FLEXIBILITY | < 5 mm | ISO 1519 |
| CUPPING TEST | > 5 mm | ISO 1520 |
| ADHESION – cross cut | PASS GT0 | ISO 2409 |
| PERSOZ HARDNESS | > 220 seg | ISO 1522 |
| INDENTATION HARD. | > 80 | ISO 2815 |
| Chemical test | ||
| SPRAY SALT FOG | 1000 h. PASS corrosion advance < 1 mm | ISO 9227 |
| HUMIDITY | 1000 h. PASS no blistering < 1 mm | ISO 6270 |
| KESTERNICH SO2 | 30 cicles PASS no blistering | ISO 3231 |
| MACHU TEST | < 0.5 mm | Qualicoat |
| MORTAR Resistance | PASS | EN 12201 |
| BOILING WATER | < 0.5 mm | Qualicoat |
| Weathering test | ||
| NATURAL – Florida | PASS 1 year > 50% gloss retention & colour | ISO 2810 |
| SUNTEST | PASS 1000 hours > 50% gloss retention | ISO 16474 |
| QUV 313B | PASS 300 hours > 50% gloss retention | ISO 16474 |
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
We kindly ask to follow the instructions on the individual Material Safety Data Sheet.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Depending on the temperature and concentration, various strong acidic or alkaline materials may damage or attack the surface after just a few minutes of contact. Taking measures to prevent this from occurring is of paramount importance.
- Preventive care: To protect the surfaces with barrier elements such as films, paper and peelable lacquers before placement and handling.
- Immediate cleaning: In the event of accidental contamination or splashing of strong alkalis or acids, wash with plenty of clean water, particularly in cut areas or cavities.
- Regular maintenance: depositing dirtiness or contamination on profiles may increase the risk of corrosion, loss of shine or change in colour, particularly in areas near the coast and in industrial environments. We would advise you to follow the advice set out in Standard AAMA 609 & 610-02 or Qualicoat guidelines (July 2011 edition) which essentially includes the following recommendations:
1. Wash the surface regularly* in lukewarm water with soap or detergent with a neutral pH.
2. Use a non-abrasive sponge or cloth.
3. Rinse in plenty of water immediately after each cleaning.
4. Cleaning must preferably be carried out in the shade in warm or cold temperatures.
5. Depending on the environment, the frequency of maintenance cleaning must comply with the table below:
| Environment | Minimum regular cleaning* |
| Normal | 12 months |
| Tropical | 9 months |
| Swimming pools and gyms | 6 months |
| Marine | 3 months |
| Industrial | 3 months |
| Hazardous | 1 months |
To clean fats, oils, cutting oils, adhesives etc., we would recommend the use of isopropyl alcohol in combination with white-spirit, using a soft cloth. We would suggest carrying out a test in non-visible areas to check that the use of unknown solvent mixtures does not affect the surface.
The following should not be used:
- Acidic or alkaline substances which may cause corrosion.
- Strong solvents, including petrol, diesel, kerosene.
- Fat removers, pesticides or lubricants whose composition is unknown.
- Washing-up liquid, oven cleaners or other similar agents.
- Cleaning agents at a surface temperature exceeding 25º C.
- Dry cleaning on a surface contaminated by dust or construction materials.
