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Printech
TM
Printech products are manufactured using an offset gravure printing process. The result is a pre-painted
steel product that mimics the look of brushed aluminum, copper, look of woodgrains without mainte-
nance, and more... all with the added benefits only steel substrates can provide. Printechs can be used in
a wide variety of applications, both indoor and outdoor, as a more durable option for the look you desire.
Weathering Steel
Weathering Steel is high-strength, low-alloy steel that under normal atmospheric conditions provides the
aesthetics of rust while maintaining a much lower corrosion rate than can be found with other structural
steels. This product can be used in any application where a rusted appearance is desired.
Pre-Painted Steel
SMP (Silicone-Modified Polyester)
SMP paint systems are developed using a blend of polyester and silicone agents. Silicone acts to improve
the gloss retention and weather resistance of the polyester coating. As a rule, the higher the silicone
content, the better the performance of the paint.
SMP pre-painted steel has been used in the construction industry for decades and is preferred by many
building owners due to the relative durability of the coating and the budget-friendly cost as compared to
other more expensive paint systems. SMP paint systems comes with a standard 40-year limited warranty.
SMP pre-painted steel is best suited for applications such as residential roofing, agricultural buildings,
storage sheds, and other applications where color selection, coating performance, and durability are
important to the overall project.
PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride)
PVDF is a highly non-reactive and pure thermoplastic fluoropolymer used in a variety of applications where
the highest purity, strength, and resistance to solvents, acids, bases, and heat are required. As an added
bonus, PVDF has the ability to self-extinguish and generates little smoke in the event of a fire.
PVDF paint systems are developed using specialized ceramic pigments combined with fluoropolymer
resins to create high-end coatings for metals. These PVDF paints have extremely good gloss and color
retention, superior resistance to chalk and fade, and excellent resistance to the effects of weathering in
harsh environments. PVDF paint systems typically come with a standard 40-year limited warranty offered
by Westform Metals.
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