High-solids antifoulings launched

Called Globic 9000, Globic 6000, Oceanic+ and Olympic+, they offer optimised binder systems, polishing rates, biocides and solids levels. In addition, they feature microfibre technology, which works like steel reinforcement in concrete to deliver superior mechanical strength and elasticity, according to Hempel.
The new high-solids antifoulings are said to greatly reduce vessels' environmental impact. By delivering powerful protection against fouling, they cut fuel consumption and associated emissions. Plus, their emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are very low.
Offering exceptional performance in even the most aggressive waters, Hempel says, Globic 9000 is its new top-end antifouling. An evolution of Globic NCT, it can be specified for 90-month docking intervals. Globic 6000 is a new product in the Globic series, which builds on the same technology as Globic 9000. It is suitable for 60-month intervals.
Both Globic 9000 and Globic 6000 are designed around patented nano-capsule binder technology, which has been consistently refined by Hempel over the last ten years. Importantly, analysis of in-docking vessels using an antifouling based on this technology confirms that they show very little evidence of fouling – even after five years at sea, Hempel says.
Oceanic+ is a more economical solution for 60-month intervals. It offers dependable performance in most trading waters, and is also available in a special version developed for flat-bottom applications.
Olympic+ is an evolution of Olympic, which Hempel describes as an antifouling with a documented record of strong and reliable performance in not overly aggressive fouling waters. It offers improved performance for 36-month service intervals.