Railcar Coatings

Reactamine Railcar Coatings Will Protect Your Investment While Reducing Maintenance Costs

Rail hopper car costs average an estimated $80,000 new with an optimum life expectancy of 30 years. However, cars that transport Eastern Coal or other acidic or abrasive materials often find their life expectancy reduced to 8-10 years. The ability to refurbish a car at a cost of $8,000 in order to extend the life of the car 10 years or more is an attractive option, as is coating a new car to ensure the optimum life is not only met, but exceeded.

Reactamine silicone modified polyurea coatings protect, seal and insulate surfaces from rust, corrosion, abrasion, impact, and wear and tear from everyday use, helping owners and fleet managers protect their investment while reducing maintenance and replacement costs.

Interior coatings prolong the service life of the cars and help prevent contamination of the freight while providing an excellent barrier from the elements and from aggressive cargo like rock salt, coal and acidic chemicals. They seal the interior surfaces of hopper cars providing a glossy finish for smooth load release. Reactamine polyureas are applied using a plural component spray system. They are 100% solids, which means they do not contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and are, therefore, environmentally friendly.