I.P.R.S LIMITED

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I.P.R.S LIMITED

• CLADDING REPAIR AND COATING SYSTEM SPECIALISTS

Introduce Vero Metal For Architectural Finishes
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• VeroMetal Typical application areas
• Sanitary products (wash basins, toilets,
  bathtubs, showers, soap dispensers etc.)
• Fittings (door handles, doorplates, covers,
  etc.)
• Light switches and cover frames
• Working surfaces 
• Floors, Walls Ceilings
• Medical Furniture (beds, cabinets, trolleys,
  refrigerators, etc.)
• Medical Equipment (casings, monitors, touch
  surfaces, etc.)

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• Base materials
• The right choice and application of the most
  suitable surface pre-treatment is essential
• for the quality of the final metal coating.
  Basically a metal surface can be sprayed nearly
• to every type of substrate.
• Organic materials Metals / Construction
  materials
• Wood All metals
• Cardboard Carbon / Carbon fibre / Glass fibre
• Paper Glass
• Terracotta Plaster
• Gypsum Cement
• Ceramic

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• Plastics
• ? Foam
• ? Glass fibre reinforced plastics
• ? ABS Acrylnitril-Butadien-Styrol
• ? PA polyamide
• ? PE polyethylene
• ? PP polypropylene
• ? PUR polyurethane
• ? PF phenolformaldehyde
• ? UF urea-formaldehyde resin
• ? etc.

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ABOUT VERO METAL

• VeroMetal is a metabolizing process that
  seamlessly applies cold sprayable or puttyable
  metal to almost any surface. As the market
  leader, Verometal is set to make your products
  stand out from the crowd. Available in different
  metals Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Aged Bronze,
  White Bronze, Copper, Iron, Zinc, Stainless
  Steel, Tin, Nickel-Silver, Gunsmoke, Reflex S01
  and Medical 01 Copper.
• VeroMetal looks, feels, and acts like hot-cast
  metal, because it is up to 95 percent metal. It
  will adhere to almost any surface, including but
  not limited to foam, plastic, gypsum, wood,
  metal, fiberglass, plaster, ceramics, concrete,
  terra cotta, cardboard and even paper. Once
  cured, the product has all the characteristics of
  a cast metal piece, including texture, luster and
  heat conductivity.
• What makes VeroMetal strong?
• Metal and a polymer binder combine during a
  chemical reaction to make VeroMetalmetal
  composite.This makes the composite greater than
  the sum of its parts.
• The result?
• Durable metallized surfaces that will capture
  any design or detail.
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• VeroMetal - technical details
• Metal surfaces - manufactured by spraying or
  casting at room temperature
• VeroMetal offers sprayable metal surfaces which
  consist up to 95 of metal powders.
• A mixture of metal powder and binder hardener
  is resulting in a cold liquid metal
• (composite metal) which can be applied by casting
  or a special spray process to nearly
• every surface. After the drying process the
  surfaces show similar properties as cast
• metal. As a matter of fact it is real metal.
• Through our process you realize a strong and
  durable metallic surface. Shape and design
• details of the coated objects remain as the
  original pieces show them. The object
• however shows metallic structures. As real metal
  the coating is long-lasting and resistant
• to strain.

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• METAL TYPES
• Aluminum
• Iron
• Stainless-steel
• Brass
• Bronze
• Copper
• Zinc
• Tin
• Nickel-Silver
• Reflex S01 special alloy
• Gunsmoke - special alloy

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EXAMPLES OF METAL TYPES FINISHES
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• Properties and applications
• Properties
• Thermal conductivity
• Magnetic (Iron)
• Anti-microbial (Copper, alloys)
• No electrical conductivity
• Surface qualities glossy, mat, brushed
• Reactivity corrosion (rust), surface appearance
  can be created artificially.
• Partial surface coatings are possible
• Micro layers possible - coating of fine
  structures
• Resistant to impacts and stress, no peeling
• For suitable long-term usage outside and inside

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• Applications
• Design oriented
• Prototypes and models
• Product design for all areas of application
• Replacement of casted pieces
• Mass production
• Exhibition and fairs
• Architecture, Facade, Cladding
• Interior design
• Objects of art

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• Function oriented
• Copper and alloys in ship-building and offshore
  technologies (anti-fouling)
• Copper and alloys for Hygienic applications
  (anti-microbial)
• Copper and alloys with biocide effect
• Stainless Steel for corrosion- and impact
  protection

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• Process description
• A. Pre-treatment of the substrate VeroMetal
  offers composite metals which bond with the
  substrate in a very elastic way. The strength of
  the bond and therefore the quality of the final
  piece depend on the correct pre-treatment of the
  surface of the work piece. Target of the
  pre-treatment is to achieve a smooth, dry and
  residue-free surface. Processes like degreasing,
  grinding, tumbling and blasting can help to
  remove surface impurities like dust, humidity,
  oil or solvents. In case of porous substrates
  like wood or gypsum cavities or holes can be
  treated with fillers in order to reach a better
  surface quality. Borders and edges should be
  ground in order to allow a better polishing of
  these areas later which will improve the desired
  decoration effect.

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• B. Spraying of the composite metal The
  composite metal consists of three different
  ingredients metal powder, binder and hardener.
  The mixture of the ingredients is sprayed on
  the substrate at room temperature. The desired
  effect and the necessary final treatment define
  the thickness of the layer, which normally varies
  between 70 and 150 micron. After the spraying
  process the work piece should rest for
  approximately 60 minutes. Then the work piece is
  dried for 6 - 12 hours at a temperature of
  20-60C. Afterwards the surface is ready for the
  next treatment steps.

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• C. Surface treatment The dry substrate has a
  mat surface which shows eventually some uneven
  parts and an oxide layer, which is due to the
  chemical reaction during the hardening process.
  Blasting or grinding will remove the reactive
  layer as well as uneven surface areas. The
  function of the mat metal surface is now perfect.
  The composite metal can be treated with various
  processes additional blasting, grinding,
  polishing (high gloss or mat), semi-bright
  brushing, oil grinding, machine treatment or
  engraving result in surfaces of a different
  smoothness, brightness and structure. An acid
  treatment with different solutions causes a
  chemical change of the metal surface within a few
  hours.
• The following effects are possible
• Blackening of bronze, brass and copper
• Corrosion of bronze, brass, copper,
  nickel-silver and iron
• Corrosion (Rust) of iron

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• D. Sealing or natural surface changes The
  condition of the final metal surface can be
  maintained for a short period using a special
  sealing or can be protected by a clear lacquer
  for long lasting. In case the surface is only
  cleaned after the final treatment the metal
  changes in a natural way. A less smooth surface
  will show corrosion and reactions much faster
  than a smooth one.

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• Technical properties
• Layer composition
• 1. Composite metal                 approx. 70
  150µ 2. Treatment decrease of approx. 20
  60µ3. If required, clear coating approx. 80µ
• Functional effects
• Ongoing studies on anti-microbial effects in
  hospitals.
• Bacterial Killing Rate of 99,9 within 2 hours
  for Copper and Brass
• Physical stress resistance
• Abrasion resistance
• Adhesion (tape/knife/tensile)
• Impact resistance
• Solvent resistance
• Hardness (pencil / Barcol)

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VERO METAL SAMPLE APPLICATION AREAS
External Facade
Window Frame
Interior Wall
Plaster Board Arch Way
Interior Fit-Out Design
Stairs
Flooring
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VERO METAL SAMPLE APPLICATION AREAS
Musical
Timber
Signage
Metal
Tiling
See www.verometal.com for application areas in
detail
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Frequently Asked Questions ?

• Is it paint?
• No, it is not metal paint. It is a cold
  sprayable metal composite, comprised of up to 95
  pure metal.
• Is it metal plating?
• No, metal plating is an electrochemical
  process. VeroMetal, is a cold spray
  metallization process that can be applied to a
  variety of surfaces. These include but are not
  limited to Laminate, melamine, wood, plastic,
  gypsum, fiberglass, ceramics, concrete, foam,
  porcelain, glass, and metal.
• Is it powder coating?
• No, powder coating is baked on. VeroMetal is
  sprayed on, rolled on, hand-applied, or poured
  on. It also may be cast. It is not heat cured.
• Can it be used on outdoor products?
• Yes, over the proper substrate and when properly
  applied. There is a documented ASTM testing with
  zero breakdown equivalent to 30 years.
• Does VeroMetal require special equipment?
• No, most manufacturers have the necessary
  equipment, such as spray guns and polishing
  items. VeroMetal GmbH can assist you in
  selecting the proper equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions Contd ?

• Is there a thickness limitation?
• No, it can be applied as thick as you desire.
  The desired and most economical thickness is
  0.07- 0.15mm.
• How many coats are needed?
• One spray application will achieve the desired
  thickness of 0.07 - 0.15mm.
• What substrate can it not be sprayed on?
• None have been identified yet.
• What is the coverage of each VeroMetal kit?
• Each kit covers 9-18 square meter, depending on
  the skill of the spray operator, the surface and
  the shape of the piece.
• Is there any special training?
• Yes, IPRS qualified applicators have carried out
  the specific training required by Vero Metal.

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Frequently Asked Questions Contd ?

• Does VeroMetal shrink?
• No, because VeroMetal is not metal paint, it
  does not shrink due to evaporation.
• Is there really no heat involved?
• That's right. There is no heat distortion and no
  heat impact on the substrate. VeroMetal is a
  cold process.
• Is VeroMetal flexible?
• Yes, VeroMetal can be applied to flexible
  surfaces.
• Does VeroMetal conduct electricity?
• No, VeroMetal does not conduct electricity. It
  will also not corrode the substrate.