Where are we going

We believe that the Aquadon water borne technology has been proven to be the most suitable as a protective coating for various substrates. The Aquadon range of products have developed over the past five years to such an extent, that we believe we are the leaders in the Ozone Friendly Race.

Aquadon believes that research and development is ongoing, thus insuring that we keep in touch with the latest chemical developments and advances. Water borne paint technology is developing rapidly due to worldwide pressure to find solutions in preventing/reducing atmospheric pollution (VOCs) of which conventional paints are one of the main contributors.

People talk about our passion and Commitment

We believe in conducting our business as responsible stewards of the environment.

We believe in conducting our business in such a manner that does not disrupt the environment.

We believe that through being the leaders in water borne coatings, we contribute in conserving resources and preserving the quality of the environment.

We believe in sharing 40 years of experience and development in order to contribute to the upliftment and growth of the SMME market and HDI equity, nationally and in the continent of Africa.
 
We are passionate about our product and are determined to continue research to reach the ultimate in natural coatings.

We are passionate about delivering superior service and this will continue to be our central policy and philosophy.

We are passionate about Aqua Coat Culture, comprising of six universal values: Spirit, Pride, Determination, Commitment, Passion and Integrity.

Our culture is a tangible force, one that transcends geography and language, and permeates everything we do as a company.

Today conservation is talked about every day, and virtually everyone understands what conservation is. In the dictionary conservation is defined as preservation especially of natural resources. It is estimated that 20% or more of the world’s biological diversity may disappear in the next few decades. All the earth’s natural resources are in need of protection.

Pictures of the Red-eyed tree frog are seen all over the world. They have become the poster child for the Save the Rainforest. Their bright coloration and their status as an indicator species makes them perfect for us to identify with in our quest to contribute to the worldwide endeavor to preserve our planet. Problems such as global warning, wetland drainage, atmospheric and climate changes and pollution have all taken a severe toll on the earth. The most noticeable part of the Red-eyed tree frog id it’s red eyes. As an adult, this frog is brightly covered all over. The body is neon green, but is splashed with colors like blue and yellow. These amphibians reach a length of 7 cm and are found in South America.

Let’s talk about what makes Aqua Coat different

What are VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)?

VOCs are organic chemicals that become a breathable vapor or gas at room temperature, i.e. petroleum solvent based paints, benzene, formaldehyde (also used in paints as a preservative) and vinyl chloride, to name a few. These solvents (VOCs), when released into the atmosphere, react with nitrogen oxide and contribute to the atmospheric pollution. They have been linked to some health concerns such as asthma.

Aqua Coat has distinguished itself from other paints/coatings by developing a coating with an extremely low to zero VOC (0 to 0.052 kg/litre as compared to targeted levels of VOC for 2004 in the paint industry which was 0.245 kg/litre)

Aqua Coat CFC level,  no known emissions.
It is a well-established fact, that corrosion costs the industrial nations of the world vast sums of money every year, typically 3.5% to 5% of the Gross National Product.

The primary challenge facing the coating industry is to develop quality products that can reduce these huge costs. The other major challenge is to reduce the hazardous solvents contents in existing coatings.

The Expert Overview

Aquadon Technologies is responsible for the development, manufacturing and marketing of the Aqua Coating range of coatings. Through several years of research and development, Aquadon have successfully coated a number of very harsh corrosive areas.

 For years, the alchemy of paint formulations has evolved, but still today, remains one of the most complex chemical recipes to optimize. This is due mainly to the secondary complex issue of coating, relating (or bonding) to the underlying material surface, which can only be explained by the intrinsic of physics and chemistry in material science.

The main objective of Aquadon was to design coating formulations to adhere to the underlying surface of virtually any material. Thus, the Aquadon formulations would adhere (glue) to the outer surface of a wide range of materials.
The second objective of Aquadon was to develop a water base (environmentally friendly) product, which in conjunction with the main objective must outlast the impinging elements of nature for as long as possible. Thus achieving environmental friendliness in joint venture with durability.

The Aquadon formulations have already achieved the property of displaying and almost uniformed structure in the contained (packaged) form, which could last for years (long lasting shelf life). Thus, no settlement of any solids after prolonged periods of time.

VOC is an abbreviation of volatile organic compounds and do not only relate to the organic solvents used in coating formulations, but is also responsible for the delayed bond-breaking phenomena seen when coating surfaces start to fade, crack, peel and chalk.

In most coating formulations the ingredients are binders, pigments and solvents. When a coating has been applied to a surface, and the solvents have evaporated, the part of the coating that remains on the surface and changes to a solid film is the binder or vehicle. It is called the binder because it adheres to the surface and the vehicle because it carries the pigments. Thus, VOCs do not only reflect the figure of release of solvents during application, but also the decomposition of the cured coating formulation exposed to sunlight (UV) and the elements of nature. Internationally, coating manufacturers are striving to achieve an absolute minimum level of VOC, which negatively impacts on the formulation of their coatings.

This in turn, will have a serious impact on their research to at least retain the durability of their formulations and achieve in manufacturing a low VOC coating. The VOC levels of the Aqua Coating range are virtually ZERO. This, in turn, implies that the paint should exhibit an exceptional surface preservation in the harshest possible conditions. This includes highly acidic environments or conditions releasing polar or non- polar vapors - typically chemical plants.

The characteristics of only solvating 4% water and still achieving curing with these characteristics, including polymerization which steps in soon after drying/curing within a reasonable time, maybe considered unique. The coating (all formulations) should be applied, keeping in mind that this is a water- based product, but with the ability to cure (one of its structures) into a polymerized layer, which then will not be miscible with water anymore.
Dr. J.A. Pretorius (PhD. Phys. Chem)