Industrial Resilience: Urethane Cement at St. Marys Water Treatment Facility

The Standard of "Asset Defense"

At FX Coating, we don't believe in "one-size-fits-all" flooring. For the administrative and office sectors of the St. Marys Water Treatment Facility, we deployed our premier industrial-grade system: The FX Shield™.

While standard commercial floors are built for aesthetics, the FX Shield™ is built for resilience. By combining high-performance Tnemec polymers with our signature installation techniques, we provided the municipality with a floor that is moisture-immune, impact-resistant, and aesthetically superior.

Anatomy of the FX Shield™ System

The FX Shield™ is not a single layer of paint; it is a reinforced hybrid matrix designed to bond permanently to the concrete substrate.

1. The Core: Tnemec N242 Ultra-Tread S

The foundation of the FX Shield™ is a heavy-duty base of Tnemec N242 Polyurethane Concrete (Urethane Cement).

• The Advantage: Unlike standard epoxy, which can "shell off" when moisture is present, our Urethane Cement core expansion-matches the concrete beneath it. It handles high moisture vapor transmission and provides an unbreakable bond that withstands the heaviest foot traffic and equipment movement.

2. The Texture: Sand Quartz Broadcast

To ensure the office space remained safe and professional, we integrated a full broadcast of sand quartz into the FX Shield™ base. This creates a slip-resistant profile that is far more durable than traditional flake or vinyl flooring.

3. The Armor: Tnemec N222 Deco-Tread & 33GR Finish

The system is sealed with Tnemec N222, a high-solids epoxy topcoat that provides the "Shield" its chemical and abrasion resistance. We utilized Color 33GR (Gray - ANSI No. 61)—a clean, professional industrial gray that enhances light reflectivity and provides a modern look for the St. Marys facility.

The "Seamless" Advantage: FX Rolled Radius Cove

A signature component of the FX Shield™ is our Rolled Radius Cove. By curving the floor system 4–6 inches up the wall, we eliminate the 90-degree joint where dust and bacteria typically hide. In a water treatment environment, this seamless transition is the gold standard for hygiene and ease of maintenance.

Why the FX Shield™ is the #1 Choice for Ontario Facilities

• Thermal & Moisture Proof: Built to handle the humidity and temperature swings of a working utility plant.

• Low Downtime: Our N242/N222 hybrid allows for a rapid return to service, minimizing disruption to facility operations.
• Legacy Protection: With 20+ years of experience in Southwestern Ontario, the FX Shield™ is our promise of a "once-and-done" flooring solution.

Project Summary:

• Client: St. Marys Water Treatment Facility
• System: FX Shield™ (Hybrid Urethane Cement)
• Products: Tnemec N242 (Base) & Tnemec N222 (Topcoat)
• Color: 33GR Gray

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