Tnemec
Tnemec, founded in 1921, is a leading North American manufacturer of high-performance protective coatings and linings, specializing in corrosion protection for various industries through a network of independent sales representatives.
Company History
Tnemec was founded in 1921 and has since become one of the largest privately held protective coatings manufacturers in North America. The company has built a reputation over the years for specializing in high-performance coatings and linings that protect surfaces and structures from corrosion.
Products
Tnemec offers a wide range of protective coating products designed for multiple industries and substrates. Some notable products include Series 971 Aerolon Acrylic, which contains aerogel for exceptional insulative properties, and Series 27WB Typoxy, a low-odor, low-VOC water-based epoxy coating with HydroLink curing technology. Other products include Series 1095 Endura-Shield, an aliphatic acrylic polyurethane coating with excellent color and gloss retention, and Series 248 EverThane, a highly durable, chemical-resistant urethane floor coating. Additionally, Series 280 Tneme-Glaze, Series 394 PerimePrime, Series 431 Perma-Shield PL, and Series 237 Power-Tread are part of their comprehensive product line.
Industry Applications
Tnemec supplies high-performance coatings for various industries, including architectural, water treatment, marine, and industrial processing. The coatings are designed for a variety of substrates, such as drywall, gypsum, steel, masonry, stucco, concrete, cast iron, aluminum, galvanized, stainless, wood, and copper. Their broad product line includes finishes, primers, linings, flooring coatings, insulation, and high-temperature coatings.
Distribution and Manufacturing Facilities
Tnemec's products are sold through a select network of local independent sales representatives, ensuring specialized and localized service. North American customers are served through distribution facilities located in Atlanta, Dallas, Indianapolis, New Orleans, Seattle, and Compton, California. The company also manufactures its products at facilities located in North Kansas City, Missouri; Baltimore, Maryland; and Shanghai, China.
Specialized Coatings
Tnemec has developed specialized products such as the thermal insulating coating Aerolon, which protects against condensation, corrosion under insulation (CUI), and thermal bridging. Other specialized products include Series 115 Uni-Bond DF, a high-performance waterborne acrylic primer and finish, and Series 208 Epoxoprime MVT, a modified polyamine epoxy primer designed to reduce moisture vapor transmission. Additionally, Series 245 Ultra-Tread S is known for its low-odor, slurry-applied, flowable mortar floor topping designed for heavy-duty service areas.