JOTUN Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom's number one coatings manufacturer, conducted a seminar to outline the benefits of the Jotaguard RB range of performance coatings to an invited group of structural consultants, architects, contractors and rebar coaters. Following the event, Rene Mayer, Jotun Concept Manager – Building Components, said: “Corrosion of steel reinforcing bars represents a great challenge in coastal environments such as Jeddah and other cities along the western and eastern shorelines of Saudi Arabia, as well as in cold, wet climates such as the winter months in Riyadh and northern regions.” “The Jotaguard RB range has been developed specifically to protect against corrosion in harsh climates and with track record of 40 years is a proven, cost effective solution that has resolved the problem in numerous projects across Saudi Arabia and the region.” The Jotaguard RB Range of Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE) coatings has been used in many impressive structures worldwide including King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture in Dhahran, the Federal Electricity and Water Authority Building in the UAE, and Doha International Airport in Qatar. Vinay Sharma, Marketing Manager, Jotun Powder Coatings Saudia, said: “At Jotun Powder Coatings we are committed to develop, produce and deliver solutions that create value through consistency in application, enhanced appearance and superior durability. FBE coatings for steel reinforcing bars provide solutions for a wide range of needs within the construction industry, including architectural powder coatings for aluminum and a range of systems for application on steel.” FBE coatings prolong the time taken to initiate corrosion and help minimize building repairs. Coating reinforcing steel with Jotaguard RB increases the lifecycle of the reinforced concrete structure. — SG
