Waterborne Steel Structure & Crane Coatings – Recommended Monolith Resin System
Steel structures, cranes and crane rails are often coated by brush or roller, in the shop or on site, and they need dependable light-duty corrosion protection at a reasonable cost. Waterborne alkyd resins give these coatings easy application and good water and weather resistance with lower solvent content.
This page summarizes the Monolith waterborne system recommended for steel structure and crane coatings in our catalog, the grades whose catalog application lists this field, and the performance points to check when you select a system.
Recommended Monolith system
“+” joins grades used together; “·” and “/” separate alternative options. Final selection depends on your substrate, process and specification.
Field-proven highlights
- Roller coating has good workability
- Good water resistance
- Excellent weather resistance
Key performance needs
- Good brush and roller workability, including on-site application
- Light-duty corrosion protection for structural steel
- Water resistance soon after application
- Weather resistance for outdoor structures
- Simple one-component handling
Monolith grades for steel structure and crane coatings
| Grade | Type | Catalog application | Listed as |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK9508 | Self-emulsifying alkyd resin | Light anticorrosion, steel structure, crane rail coating | Recommended system |
| AK9504 | Self-emulsifying alkyd resin | Light anticorrosion, steel structure, crane rail coating | Recommended system |
| AH210 | Acrylic dispersion | Steel structure, general mechanical equipment | Catalog application |
| AH213 | Acrylic dispersion | Steel structure, general mechanical equipment | Catalog application |
| AH200 | Acrylic dispersion | Steel structure, general mechanical equipment, transformer coating | Catalog application |
| AH222 | Acrylic dispersion | Steel structure, general mechanical equipment, transformer coating | Catalog application |
| AH243 | Acrylic dispersion | Steel structure, general mechanical equipment, transformer coating | Catalog application |
| AK9501 | Self-emulsifying alkyd resin | Light anticorrosion, steel structure | Catalog application |
| AK9502 | Self-emulsifying alkyd resin | Light anticorrosion, steel structure | Catalog application |
All parameters are for reference and based on the COA at the time of shipment.
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FAQ
Which waterborne system does Monolith recommend for steel structure and crane coatings?
The Monolith catalog recommends primer: AK9508 · AK9504; topcoat: AK9508 · AK9504. “+” joins grades used together; “·” and “/” separate alternative options.
Can the same grade be used as primer and topcoat for steel structure and crane coatings?
Yes, the Monolith catalog lists the same grades (AK9508 · AK9504) for both primer and topcoat in steel structure and crane coatings. Confirm the coating structure and film build for your specification with our engineers.
Which other Monolith grades are listed for steel structure and crane coatings?
Besides the recommended system, the catalog application of these grades mentions this field: AH210, AH213, AH200, AH222, AH243, AK9501, AK9502.
How can I get the TDS, a sample or formulation support?
Use the Request TDS / Sample form or email martin@monolithchem.com with your application, substrate and target performance. Monolith application engineers will recommend grades and send the technical data sheets.