Metalier’s Water-based System is Environmentally Friendly
Being environmentally friendly is a vital part of Metalier’s vision. The Metalier Coatings System consists of a Tie Coat (High Build Primer), powdered metals and a water-based binder, and finally a protective Clear Coat. Every product in the Metalier Coatings System are water-based – even the patinas.
Metalier’s System and its metalizing techniques promote a healthier environment, cleaner air and water, and the conservation of natural resources.
The Metalier System is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to solvent-based liquid metal systems, solid cast foundry pieces, and metallic paints, coatings and finishes. The Metalier metalizing process has neglible VOCs, disposable liquid waste, consumption of natural resources and consumption of energy.
When compared with the environmental issues of foundries, plating, coatings or other paint materials, the Metalier System is a compelling alternative. Vapour exposure to the environment and to the applicator is limited.
The predominant component in the Metalier System is real metal so in its liquid state the amount of vapour is limited. This is because the material is between 50 and 90% solid and the remaining percent is completely non-volatile.
The Metalier System uses a quick, efficient cold application process and therefore produces no burn pollution. Foundries burn resources. Tremendous heat must be generated to keep metal in a molten state and whether the heat is generated using coal, oil, gas or other combustibles, non-renewable resources are consumed. Additionally there is pollution generated from the burn and out-gassing of the pollutants from the molten metals.
When properly applied Metalier Coatings will not delaminate, crack, chip or peel and have an expected life, if properly cared for, of 10 – 15 years in exterior applications without break down under UV light. Significantly, the coatings also have a much lower leach rate than their solid or sheet-metal equivalent and can be safely used where run-off may be a concern.
The product is non-electrically conductive, anti-corrosive and does not break down or contaminate. It does not produce liquid waste requiring hazardous material disposal.
To conclude:
The Metalier System is more environmentally friendly than solvent paints or liquid metaks because of the negligible level of VOCs.
Only very small quantities of metal are needed to achieve a very durable protective coating with all the appearance and many of the performance benefits of solid metal. The use of small quantities of material contributes to the conservation of the planet’s resources.
Combined with environmentally sound substrates, the Metalier System is a very environmentally-friendly alternative to solid cast metal.
Metalier predominantly uses recycled metal.