Mar Resistant Coating
Scratch-Resistant, Scuff-Resistant and Mar-Resistant Coatings for Durable Metal Protection
UNICHEM offers high-performance, coil and sheet-applied, mar-resistant coatings, that provide essential mar, scratch, and scuff resistance for metal surfaces. Designed to maintain the integrity and aesthetics of metal products in industries like appliances, furniture, transportation, and construction, these coatings enhance durability, ensuring products withstand handling, environmental exposure, and mechanical stress.
UNICHEM’s Expertise in Durable Mar-Resistant Coatings
With over 50 years of experience in advanced coating technologies, UNICHEM is a trusted provider of mar-resistant, scratch-resistant, and scuff-resistant coatings tailored for demanding industrial applications. These coatings play a critical role in preserving the surface quality of metal substrates across industries where products are subjected to frequent handling, environmental exposure, and operational wear.
Showing all 7 results
-
AQUALON 902 – Acrylic Coating with Low Heat Curing
Unichem’s Aqualon 902 technology is a low VOC/low HAPS, regulatory compliant waterborne acrylic based exterior paint for the industrial container industry. Offered in a full array of colors to meet the customer’s needs with custom color matching always an option. Formulations are available for either spray or roll coat application.
-
Flexlain® Polyester Coating Technologies
The UNICHEM scientific team prides itself in having the ability to maximize performance using this technology, keeping your economics in line while achieving higher levels of the performance you need. If your products have been served well using polyester technology, but you are looking for a better, more consistent, or higher-performing solution, UNICHEM’s Flexlain Technology might be just what you are looking for.
When performance demands excel, and requirements are more extreme, polyester coatings may not provide adequate long-term performance, which is where other coatings systems may be better suited. If that is the case, we invite you to take a closer look at our other coatings systems throughout our website or, better yet, to see if UNICHEM’s Flexlain Technology is the right solution for you, please contact us. -
uniGUARD 600 – Solvent Based Strippable Protective Coating
uniGUARD 600 – solvent based chemistry that provides a cost-effective alternative to temporary laminate films. Our uniGUARD 600 can be applied on a coil coating line but can also be applied via silk screen or other manual lower volume type applications.
Unlike conventional laminates, uniGUARD 600 is applied in the same manner as the base coat, allowing higher speed of application, elimination of waste and particulate contamination between the strippable layer and base coat. With adjustable release strength and offered in a variety of colors, UNICHEM’s uniGUARD 600 gives the control back to the end users, while also saving them money.
-
uniGUARD 902 – Water Based Strippable Protective Coating
uniGUARD 902 – waterborne uniGUARD 902 technology offers a lower VOC, cost-effective alternative to temporary laminate films. uniGUARD 902 water based protective coating offers the same advantages as the 600 solvent based chemistry with high-speed application applied in the same manner as the base coat. This helps to reduce waste and prevent contamination between the base coat and strippable layer.
-
uniRASE 300 Dry Erase Finish
Unichem’s uniRASE 300 technology is our 4th Generation workhorse, coil coated applied, premium dry erase finish. This technology offers dry eraseability rivaling porcelain but at a cost much closer to conventional dry erase coatings. It offered in a variety of options including, clear or pigmented in various colors, high or low gloss for projection applications and can also be supplied with Unichem uniCLEAR Antimicrobial technology as well.
-
uniRASE 500 Sublimated Dry Erase Finish
Unichem uniRASE 500 offers all the benefits of our uniRASE 300 technology but has the added benefit of being able to be sublimated, a process that can embed permanent, photo quality image printing, while still maintaining all the dry erase properties rivaling porcelain but at a cost much closer to conventional dry erase coatings. It is offered in a variety of options including, clear or pigmented in various colors, high or low gloss for projection applications and can also be supplied with Unichem uniCLEAR Antimicrobial technology as well.
-
VINYLOID® PVC Based Industrial Coating
UNICHEM’s VINYLOID® family of PVC based industrial coatings is used in a wide variety of markets, including residential, commercial and industrial siding, roofing, interior and exterior ductwork, building panels, window bucks and any other application where a chemical resistant, exterior durability, insulative value and many other features that can be built into this coatings system as needed.
What Are Mar-Resistant Coatings and Why Are They Important?
Mar-resistant coatings are formulated to prevent light surface damage caused by handling, fabrication, and daily use, protecting metal surfaces from scuffs, scratches, and minor abrasions. For industries like transportation, construction, and appliances, these coatings are essential for preserving both the functionality and appearance of products, extending their lifespan, and reducing maintenance requirements.
Key Properties of Mar-Resistant, Scratch-Resistant, and Scuff-Resistant Coatings
Durability and Surface Integrity
UNICHEM’s mar-resistant coatings provide robust protection, allowing metal surfaces to endure the rigors of manufacturing processes such as bending and embossing. This high level of durability ensures that coated products retain their aesthetic and structural integrity from production to end use.
Scratch and Scuff Resistance
Mar resistance coatings properties include scratch resistance to protect surfaces from damage caused by frequent handling, daily use, and incidental impacts. Tested to ASTM standards, these coatings excel in resisting both light scratches and more aggressive abrasion, helping products retain a pristine finish.
Chemical and UV Resistance
UNICHEM’s coatings offer excellent resistance to UV rays, chemicals, and moisture, which helps maintain the coating’s color and appearance over time. This combination of chemical and UV resistance is ideal for products exposed to outdoor or high-stress environments.
Chalk Resistance and Gloss Retention
These coatings are engineered to maintain their sheen and prevent chalking, an effect that can occur in exterior applications. Gloss retention is vital for products like appliances, doors, and construction elements that must keep their visual appeal over time, even in outdoor settings.
Types of Mar-Resistant Coatings
Scratch-Resistant Coatings
Our scratch-resistant coatings are developed for metal surfaces in industries like appliances and construction, where maintaining surface appearance is essential. These coatings help ensure that products maintain their appearance and durability, even when exposed to minor abrasions.
Scuff-Resistant Coatings
Scuff-resistant coatings protect manufacturing, handling, transport, and installation, safeguarding surfaces against contact damage. They are especially beneficial for applications in office furniture, doors, windows, and other products that require a consistently polished look.
Abrasion-Resistant Coatings
These coatings offer enhanced resistance to aggressive wear, making them ideal for high-impact environments in transportation and construction. UNICHEM offers abrasion resistance coatings that meet ASTM D4060-19 abrasion testing requirements such as with the Tabor Abraser.
Application Techniques for Mar-Resistant Coatings
Coil Coating for Metal Surfaces
UNICHEM’s mar-resistant coatings are coil-applied to ensure uniform, high-quality coverage and superior adhesion to metal substrates. The coil coating process applies the coating to the entire metal surface in a continuous line, ensuring even protection and enhancing durability for high-volume production.
Sheet Coating for Flexible Applications
For applications that involve post-coating forming, such as complex shapes in appliances or furniture, UNICHEM’s sheet-applied coatings offer the flexibility needed for robust protection. These coatings maintain their integrity even when the metal is shaped or molded, providing resilient protection for finished products.
Benefits of UNICHEM’s Mar-Resistant, Scratch-Resistant, and Scuff-Resistant Coatings
Enhanced Durability and Lifespan
These coatings significantly extend product lifespan by providing robust protection against wear and environmental exposure. They reduce the need for frequent maintenance or replacement, contributing to cost savings and increased efficiency.
Aesthetic Appeal and Product Integrity
UNICHEM’s coatings maintain a clean, professional appearance by preventing visible signs of wear, such as scuffs and scratches. This is critical for industries where appearance matters, such as consumer goods and architectural products, ensuring the metal surface remains polished and attractive over time.
Cost-Effectiveness in High-Wear Environments
Reducing the frequency of maintenance and repairs, these coatings offer long-term cost savings by protecting products throughout their lifecycle. Lower maintenance requirements mean that businesses can maximize operational budgets while preserving the value of their products.
Industries Served by UNICHEM’s Mar-Resistant Coatings
Scuff Resistant Appliance Coatings
Mar-resistant coatings are essential in the appliance industry for products like washers, dryers, and refrigerators. UNICHEM’s coil coatings ensure that appliances retain their polished appearance and withstand frequent handling, contributing to consumer satisfaction and product longevity.
Transportation and Automotive
In transportation and automotive applications, these coatings protect against road debris, impact, and UV exposure, ensuring that vehicles and components retain their integrity. They are ideal for trailers, vehicle panels, and other metal surfaces subject to high stress and outdoor exposure.
Furniture and Consumer Goods
Scuff-resistant coatings protect office furniture, metal cabinets, and consumer products, maintaining their appearance even in high-use environments. This helps reduce wear-related damage, keeping products looking new and professional over time.
Construction Elements and Architectural Components
For products like garage doors, entry doors, and window frames, mar-resistant coatings provide long-lasting protection against environmental elements and wear. These coatings maintain the appearance and functionality of exterior building elements, enhancing overall building quality.
Customization of Mar-Resistant Coatings for Specific Needs
UNICHEM offers customization options to meet the unique demands of various industries. Our team works closely with clients to develop mar-resistance, scratch-resistance, and scuff-resistance coatings that offer enhanced durability, color stability, and gloss retention tailored to specific applications.
Contact UNICHEM for Mar-Resistant Coatings
Reach out to UNICHEM to learn more about our advanced mar-resistant, scratch-resistant, and scuff-resistant coatings. Our team of coating experts is ready to help you choose the best solution for your specific application, ensuring that your products receive the protection and aesthetic quality they need.
Looking for a Customized Mar-Resistant Coating?
Speak to a Specialist
UNICHEM’s scratch and scuff-resistant coatings provide robust protection for metal surfaces, extending product lifespan and reducing maintenance needs across various industries. These coatings are ideal for applications that demand durability, preserving both functionality and appearance in the most demanding environments. Contact us to speak with a coating specialist and learn more about our high-performance, custom coating solutions including mar resistant coatings.