How Can Polyurea Be Used For Lead And Asbestos Encapsulation?

According to the HSE, asbestos materials in excellent condition are deemed safe unless asbestos filaments become airborne, which occurs when materials disintegrate due to wind.

But in many cases, asbestos removal is not an option as it costs a lot, and business downtime will affect the performance of overall business profits. In such cases, the only solution, and no doubt, the best solution, is encapsulating Asbestos with polyurea.

Encapsulation entails covering the Asbestos with a coating that completely secures and fixes any damaged asbestos and sealing any exposed, rough asbestos edges. Like this, the procedure not just builds the valuable existence of the material and lessens any fiber discharge through general debasement but also secures against unintentional knocks and scratches, enhancing the general appearance of the material. Polyurea encapsulation provides a water-based spray coating to encapsulate Asbestos, even in difficult-to-reach spots. Furthermore, unlike more traditional materials such as polyurethane and epoxies, polyurea’s flexibility and stretching qualities imply it will not drop or shatter after some time. 

Polyurea heavily coated on the exterior will seal all the seams, seal the airflow, prevent moisture migration into the fiber, and secure the fibers inside the encasement. Polyurea provides a protective coating of superior adhesion, flexibility, and abrasion/impact resistance upon curing. It is resistant to chemical solvents and acid splashes. In conditions where the Asbestos is not damaged as much and you can carry on with a repair, the best solution will be to encapsulate Asbestos with polyurea. Polyurea is best for encapsulating and adhering to tightly-bonded surfaces of lead-based and other toxic paints, rusted surfaces, and Asbestos. With no VOCs, polyurea spray coatings are perfect for situations where health and security are essential worries and structures that will stay involved in the application procedure.