Nycote Laboratories Corporation is the only global advanced surface-coating manufacturer that can deliver unrivaled anti-corrosion protection technology for mission-critical systems. Nycote is a family-owned small business with the stability and heritage of 60 years experience and the entrepreneurial mindset of a startup. Our proprietary formulations are clear light-weight liquid nylon coatings that can be crosslinked with other polymers and additives to create superior protective performance by encapsulating mission-critical materials, parts, and mechanical systems. Nycote's next-gen technology adds value to your products with simple application and sophisticated protection. We keep people and products safer, longer.

Written by Pennie Burnham, Nycote Laboratories Corporation

Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) refers to biocorrosion, which occurs when microorganisms break down materials. MIC is recognized worldwide as an important corrosion category, and can lead to significant asset losses and dangerous conditions across all industries.

Billions of dollars have been dedicated to understanding how microorganisms affect different industrial materials, and it is estimated that about 20% of all corrosion failures are due to microbially induced corrosion. (Flemming, 1996; Beech and Gaylarde, 1999).

Troubleshooting Coating Application Appearance Issues

When you’re painting a ​$400-million-dollar aircraft ​there is no room for error. Starting over is expensive, time-consuming and difficult, so you’ll need to be sure that you take time to prepare your facility, surfaces, materials, and have a well thought out plan for executing each job.

Having a plan is important because industries like aerospace have strict quality standards and if the quality is off, you’ll need to recall your exact process in order to resolve the problem.

How do Nycote^® coatings keep you safe when you fly?

Have you ever wondered what is underneath the skin of an aircraft?  Most people don’t give it a second thought as they’re flying along, but if you could see it you’d find a labyrinth of electrical wiring, wire harnesses, tubing and fasteners.  On an aircraft critical applications require protection from heat, moisture, dust, dirt and solvents.

What’s new in the industry?

Antimicrobial everything! We’re seeing the terms “antimicrobial,” pop up all over the aerospace industry as we enter our new post-COVID reality.  Is it just a buzzword?  No!  We all want to know that airlines are doing everything they can to protect us, the commuters, and now antimicrobial solutions have become a part of that.  Let’s unpack the term.

Industries ranging from aerospace to transportation make use of industrial coatings to reduce the vulnerability of their equipment from a wide range of threats including corrosion, microbial growth, conductivity, and extreme temperatures.

Did you know?  Nycote Protective Coatings   are the right choice for the renewable energy industry.  Our uniquely designed, and optimized highly cross-linked copolymer  coatings  protect metals, composites and textiles from corrosion and conductivity.

Contributed by Mike Flora

The main purpose of a coating is to protect against corrosion. However, corrosion can quickly arise if defects such as pinholes develop while the coating is applied. The best coatings reduce or eliminate the occurrence of pinholes for the most challenging use cases.

What are Pinholes?

Did you know that Nycote^® protects important data found on labels? Keep your serial and part numbers safe with our easy-to-apply and quick drying products.