Neo Bitumen Coating Enhances Water Tank Safety

Ensuring safe drinking water requires more than just clean sources—proper storage protection is equally crucial. Inferior tank coatings can leach harmful substances into water supplies, posing health risks. NEO asphalt coating, compliant with IS 9862 standards, offers specialized protection for drinking water tanks by creating an effective barrier between water and tank surfaces.

This ready-to-use black asphalt coating meets Indian Standard IS:9862 specifications. The lead-free formulation demonstrates exceptional resistance to acids, alkalis, water, and chlorine, making it suitable for both interior and exterior applications on drinking water tanks. The versatile product serves as either primer or topcoat for various surfaces including metal, wood, and reinforced concrete (RCC).

Additional applications include use as a base layer for concrete surfaces, brickwork, metal substrates, and as undercoating for smooth asphalt or concrete roofs prior to tile installation.

• IS 9862 Compliance: Meets rigorous Indian national standards for quality and safety
• Lead-Free Composition: Eliminates hazardous heavy metal contamination risks
• Corrosion Resistance: Superior protection against waterborne and environmental chemicals extends tank lifespan
• Material Versatility: Compatible with diverse substrates including metal, wood, and concrete
• Dual Functionality: Functions as both protective topcoat and adhesion-enhancing primer

All surfaces must be clean, dry, and free from oil, grease, or rust. Metal surfaces require proper rust removal, while concrete substrates need dust and loose particle elimination.

Application options include brushing, rolling, troweling, or airless spraying. Two-coat application ensures optimal protection.

At 30°C (86°F), surface drying occurs within 3-4 hours with complete curing in 8 hours. Actual drying times vary with environmental conditions.

Masonry surfaces yield 3-4 square meters per liter per coat, while smooth metal surfaces provide 8 square meters per liter. Actual coverage depends on substrate texture and application technique.

Each coat should achieve 60-80 microns dry film thickness (DFT).

Proper protective equipment including gloves and masks should be worn during application to prevent skin or eye contact. The product requires storage in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas away from ignition sources. Unused material must be tightly sealed to prevent air exposure.

Conventional asphalt coatings often contain hazardous components and demonstrate inferior corrosion resistance. NEO's lead-free formulation provides enhanced protective properties, offering superior drinking water tank protection and long-term water safety assurance.

Purchasers should verify production dates, expiration information, and compliance standards on product packaging. Regular coating inspections are recommended, with prompt repairs of any damage to maintain continuous protection.