Technical Information

 

The Vortex Liner Material used by Hudson Valley Coatings, comprises of a Plural Component, Polyurethane/Polyurea blended base component with a low viscosity, non-temperature sensitive isocyante catalyst formulation.

Vortex and Granitex materials meet the guidelines set for USDA/FDA applications for incidental food contact which is certified by the manufacturer.

This unique, exclusive, cross linking blend of materials results in an incredibly durable surface coating of extremely high impact resistance and durability normally found in very expensive polyurea blends normally 4 to 8 times the cost. High chemical resistance, abrasion resistance and wearability lend to a long lasting, industrial coating.

 
 

FDA AND USDA APPROVED
FOR INCIDENTAL FOOD CONTACT AND STORAGE
Vortex® meets regulatory standards set by the Food and Drug Association and the United States Dairy Association under Title 21 / Section 175 (Indirect Floor and wall coatings requirements for Polymeric Coatings).

It is safe to use in with incidental food contact on walls and floors for food storage, lockers, freezers, refrigerators, and other storage compartments for food. Recommended for use in Restaurants, Laboratories, and Manufacturing Facilities.

 
 
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THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY
Vortex creates an insulating blanket over virtually any surface.
Save money on energy bills as the temperature can be maintained by sealing off the leaks.
Less than 1% transfer of heat and cold - extremely low when compared to other materials like brick (98%) or metal (100%).
 
 

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
Ethyl Alcohol Resistance Immersion Test

Saturation of Vortex Flex and Vortex Industrial samples into a solution of 12.5% concentration of Ethyl Alcohol showed no signs of degradation of the product its elasticity or flexibility. The product was found to have no effect even after a long period of immersion.

 

After a lapse of 1 hour: no effect

After a lapse of 2 hours: no effect
After a period of 3 days: no effect
After a period of 5 days: no effect
 
Chemical Resistance Factor
Acetone Some effect (swelling, discoloration, cracking)
Dimethyl Formamide Not Recommended
Gasoline, Unleaded No Damage
Brake Fluid Some effect (swelling, discoloration, cracking)
Methol No Damage
5% Methanol/gasoline Little damage, discoloration
Hexane No Damage
Hydraulic Oil No Damage
Motor Oil Little damage, discoloration
Propylene Carbonate Some effect (swelling, discoloration, cracking)
Sulfuric Acid concentrate NR
Sulfuric Acid (50%) NR
Sulfuric Acid (10%) Little damage, discoloration
Water No Damage
Flexural Modulus (Compaction/Impact Factor) 52,00+ PSI (ASTM D790)
Abrasion Resistance
FIA No. 2, 302, and 800
>0.075 - 250 cycles
>0.075 - 500 cycles
>0.14 - 1000 cycles
Impact Resistance /Ft.-Lbs. 4.5 (ASTM D256)
Impact Resistance / Ft.-Lbs. at -40˙F 0.4 (ASTM D256)
Viscosity Average in Centipoises Scale 371 (cps)
Color Various
Set up time from Spray Gun Approximately 4 seconds
VOC Amount (Volatile Organic Compounds) 0
Percent Solids 100%
Flammability Non-Flammable (OSHA code 173.120)
Combustibility Non-Combustible (OSHA code 173.120)
Chlorofluorcarbon (CFC) Release None
ISO Release from product <1/100th of 1% volume
USDA/FDA Incidental Food Contact Meets Standards

Fire Rating (Flash point)
on wet, non-catalyzed material)

Resin=324˙F (172˙C)
Activator=Greater than .230˙F (110˙C)