Ixforten 4000 - Structural steel in splash zones suffers from tidal corrosion, wave impact, and biofouling. Ixforten 4000’s hydrophobic self-leveling property eliminates pinholes, preventing chloride ion penetration. Several North Sea operators have reported a 60% reduction in annual corrosion maintenance costs after switching to Ixforten 4000. Ixforten 4000 is a 4:1 by volume base-to-curing agent system. Use a low-speed drill mixer (300–400 rpm) for 3 minutes. Pot life is 90 minutes at 77°F. ixforten 4000 Ixforten 4000 is distributed through industrial supply channels and direct OEM partnerships. As of 2026, it is available in: Structural steel in splash zones suffers from tidal Pricing estimate (bulk, 2026): Minimum order is 5 gallons for new customers. Pricing estimate (bulk, 2026): | Feature | Ixforten 4000 | Zinc-Rich Epoxy | Polyurethane Topcoat | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Max Continuous Temp | 1,200°F | 250°F | 200°F | | Salt Spray Resistance | 10,000+ hrs | 3,000 hrs | 1,000 hrs | | Abrasion Resistance (Taber) | 35 mg loss | 90 mg loss | 120 mg loss | | Single-Coat Max DFT | 250 microns | 125 microns | 75 microns | | Approx. Cost per sq. ft. | $4.50 | $2.80 | $1.90 | Note: While Ixforten 4000 has a higher upfront cost, its extended lifespan and single-coat capability often lower the total applied cost by 30–40% over a 10-year horizon.