Predictable performance - increased savings

DFT

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Premium self-polishing antifouling

Sigma SylAdvance 800 is the hydrolyzing antifouling that is tailored for the future. With its silyl-acrylate binder it is self-polishing, self-smoothing and gives impeccable results on deep sea and coastal vessels. Sigma SylAdvance 800 can be specified for both Newbuildings and Maintenance & Repair.

Having a highly predictable, linear polishing rate in combination with a self-smoothing capability, Sigma SylAdvance 800 reduces both the leached layer and the average hull roughness. In turn this leads to significant emission reductions and consistent fuel savings.

Polishing rate of Sigma SylAdvance 800

0 12 24 36 48 60

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Sigma SylAdvance 800

From lab work to full ship applications ...

Sigma SylAdvance 800 has proven its excellence through rigorous testing and has delivered on its promise in full scale applications.

Block resistance Full scale measurement simulation simulation application

Polishing ratemeasurement

Fender resistancesimulation

Block resistancesimulation

Raft testing

Test patch application

Full scaleapplication

With an unusually high solid content of 54% (VOC lower than 400 g/liter) Sigma SylAdvance 800 is fully compliant with the IMO Antifouling Convention (AFS/CONF/26). Its biocides have been carefully chosen for their quick degradability and reduced environmental impact. By using state of the art technologies PPG further emphasizes the ‘green initiative’; Sigma SylAdvance 800 needs less coats and lower film thickness to perform equally or better than the comparable products in the market.

Sigma SylAdvance 800 lets you ...

Environmental benefits

High solids content 54%

Reduced number of coats from 3 to 2

Constantly reduced hull roughness

Fuel savings up to 3%

Decreased solvents emissions

Reduced carbon dioxide emissions

Minimize your environmental footprint

Key technical points of Sigma SylAdvance 800

Volume solids : 54%

VOC : 398 g/L

Dft range : 75 – 165 µ

Theor. spread rate : 3,3 sqm/L at 165 µ dft

Min. overcoating time : 6 hrs at 20 ºC

Min. time to refloat : 12 hrs at 20 ºC

Sigma SylAdvance 800 lets you ...

In a competitive environment, optimized productivity and fuel savings are of vital importance. Sigma SylAdvance 800 offers a complete benefit package that guarantees significant cost reductions.

2 coats of Sigma SylAdvance 800 buys:l A 60 month protection of the hulll Drastically reduced application timel Reduced paint usagel All-around cost reduction and maximum operational flexibilityl Highest flexibility of trading routesl Full coverage of vessel’s operational rate

On top of this, the predictable polishing rate allows for a tailor made solution to each vessel’s profile and sailing pattern.

Moreover the unrivalled smoothness achieved by Sigma SylAdvance 800 gives: l Constant fuel reduction of 3%.

Minimize your environmental footprint

Save time, save fuel - save costs

Sigma SylAdvance 800, with its self-smoothing action and outstanding fouling protection, reduces the frictional drag of the vessel resulting in unrivalled fuel savings.

Results from numerous full vessel applications prove that, on a well prepared surface, savings of 3% can be achieved.

Sigma SylAdvance 800

Fuel savings achieved!

Common assumptions: Voyage Factor 80% => 292 days/year; Fuel savings 3%

The final savings percentage achieved is subject to the average speed and operational activity of the vessel. For tailored cost savings specifications please contact your local Sigma Coatings sales representative.

Vessel type Daily bunker consumption (t) Bunker cost (USD/t)

Yearly fuel savings (k USD)

Aframax Oil Tanker 40 200 300 400 500

70 105 140 175

Panamax Bulk Carrier 33 200 300 400 500

58 87 116 145

Container 2700 TEU 90 200 300 400 500

158 237 316 395

l Fuel savings up to 3%

l Can be specified up to 60 months with only two coats

l Can be applied up to 165 mic DFT in one coat

l Highest solid content of all premium antifoulings

l Shortest refloating time on the market

l Silyl-acrylate hydrolizing tin free antifouling

l Self-polishing and self-smoothing, reducing hull roughness

l Predictable performance with lower DFT

l Suitable for all speed above 10 kn

l Suitable for application in Newbuildings as well as M&R drydockings

l Better mechanical properties due to reduced DFT

l Quick to recoat (6hrs at 20 ºC)

l Easily recoatable at the next drydock thanks to the very thin leached layer

l Compatible with most existing antifoulings

l Fully IMO AFS Convention compliant

The Sigma SylAdvance 800

key featuresFuel savings achieved!

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We understand our customers’ needs and the challenges they face. We respond quickly with effective economic solutions, working closely with our customers to develop products that meet their requirements.

Formulations that can be applied more easily, resist the elements better and reduce overall environmental impact in compliance with both local and international standards

With in-depth knowledge of the day-to-day reality that faces the industries we supply, our technical service representatives offer an unsurpassed perspective and optimal coatings solutions; maximizing technical performance and minimizing expensive downtime.

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