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Materials / Coatings

Where Gelcoat (ISO/NPG) Is Used in North American Manufacturing

ISO/NPG gelcoat chemistry, the exterior cosmetic and weathering surface of a molded part. Used in 5 part families across 2 industries.

Marine

1 PART FAMILY
Surface
  • Gelcoat surfaceDOMINANT

    UV and hydrolysis resistance; ISO/NPG chemistry standard for marine exterior

RV & Powersports

4 PART FAMILIES
PWC & Snow
  • PWC hullDOMINANT

    Gelcoat exterior on open-mold and RTM hulls for gloss and UV resistance

  • PWC deckCOMMON

    Gelcoat color and gloss on the deck as the visible styling surface

RV Structure
  • Front capDOMINANT

    The cap is the face of the coach; ISO/NPG gelcoat gives the gloss, UV resistance, and color retention the brand image depends on

  • Sidewall FRP panelCOMMON

    High-gloss gelcoated FRP is the upsell skin on fifth wheels and motorized; ISO/NPG chemistry resists chalking and fiber print-through

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