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Acra-Tex Texture Coating Systems

Exterior high performance facade coatings for decoration and protection of masonry surfaces

Coating systems that protect your investment
With the increasing focus on life-cycle and maintenance costs in building construction and refurbishment, developers and specifiers want long term, cost effective solutions.

For many, the answer is Acra-Tex by Orica Coatings, are a range of high performance architectural coatings that combines durability, cost effectiveness and aesthetics to deliver the ultimate protection to building facades in all kinds of climates , harsh environments, including coastal areas. Have have made them the preferred choice of architects, designers and building owners around the world.

Protection and performance for the Asia Pacific region
Over the past decade, Orica has experienced the demanding climatic conditions in the Asia Pacific region and the impact it has on coatings and building facades over time.

The AcraTex products are engineered to perform and protect your investment in the harshest environments offering coating solutions that will deliver:

  • High flexibility to accommodate surface expansion and contraction
  • Low temperature flexibility
  • Water resistance/proofing
  • Anti-carbonation
  • A barrier against salt air, CO2 and pollution attack
  • Mould and fungi resistance
  • Crack bridging ability


Technical support and peace of mind

Markets across the Asia Pacific Region are supported by local representatives, technical advice, local manufacturing facilities and comprehensive information by project specification, product data and on the job application training.

"Our products are produced in ISO accredited manufacturing plants and have undergone extensive laboratory and third party testing in Australia and across the Asia Pacific region."

Because of our understanding of the region and research and development since 1918, you can be confident that when you specify and use architectural Acra-Tex high performance coating systems from Orica Coatings you are providing the highest quality long term protection for your project.


The Acra-Tex coating systems consist of

Preparation Products

Surface pre treatment products for mould & algae removal , Primers & surface penetrating sealers as well patching compounds for substrate repairs.

 

Roll-on textures

Available in a variety of systems, this decorative and protective coating offers low profile, high profile and stipple effects (depending on the application method chosen).

 

Trowel-on textures

Trowel-on textures in the coarser grades combine long lasting protection with fast application onto marginal substrates. They are applied by trowel and then hand finished, using a polystyrene float, to achieve a range of effects.

 

Spray-on textures

Formulated for fast and consistent application to large substrate areas, these textures can deliver an interesting decorative finish through the use of granular stipples.

 

Water Proofing 
    Membranes

The star performers of the range, Water Proofing membranes are highly flexible coatings providing protection to new & previously painted masonry substrates from water ingress, acid rain, carbon dioxide and other atmospheric corrosive agents.

 

Shield-Coat
  Acra-Shield HBS

Used as a topcoat over new or previously painted masonry or textures, Acra-shield HBS & Shield-CoatTM delivers the ultimate in colour retention along with washability and protection against dirt accumulation and pollution attack. Acra-Shield HBS & Shield-CoatTM are ideal as a component of a concrete spalling repair system . As well as its hydrophobic water beading functions.

 

Stone Finishes

Incorporating natural, stone coloured aggregates, these 100% acrylic products provide an attractive, granite-like finish that affords a high level of protection



An investment in the future
With a range of products & systems offering stylish protection, world class technology and comprehensive product support, Orica Coatings adds real value to your building, now and in the future.

For further information please contact 
Anthony Dawson (Export Manager) by either; Phone: +61 3 9263 5699 , Fax: +61 3 9263 5671 or email: anthony.dawson@orica.com

 

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