Frequently Asked Questions

The loading weight of the NanoTech ICP can be varied in the resin or building material, allowing for tailored performance in a wide range of applications, such as paints, silicones, acrylics, cementitious materials, epoxies, and many others.

NanoTech ICP enhances the thermal performance of building materials in two key ways. First, it increases emissivity, enabling materials to radiate heat more effectively. This helps release absorbed heat from sources like sunlight or internal building heat, lowering surface temperatures—a critical advantage for applications like roofing where reducing heat absorption is essential. Second, it combines this high emissivity with low thermal conductivity, significantly improving the material’s ability to resist heat transfer. Together, these properties contribute to greater thermal efficiency, leading to substantial energy savings, a reduced carbon footprint, and lower utility bills.

The NanoTech Insulating Ceramic Particle (ICP) boasts an extremely low k-value of 0.012 watts per meter kelvin, making it highly effective in reducing heat transfer. When this breakthrough heat-control ceramic is diluted through integration with base matrix carriers like coatings or resins, those materials gain unprecedented thermal conservation, rejection, or containment properties.

Despite its lightweight and porous nature, the NanoTech ICP is robust and durable, making it suitable for integration with a variety of materials without compromising structural integrity the way aerogels do. The structure of ICP also allows for blends with customized density and porosity to meet the needs of applications with specific performance requirements.

Yes, there are tax incentives available for implementing energy-efficient solutions like NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coating. Specifically, the 179D tax deduction is a significant incentive that encourages businesses to invest in energy efficiency. This provision allows for tax deductions and credits for qualifying energy-efficient improvements to commercial buildings, including the installation of cool roofs. Recognizing the complexity of navigating these incentives, NanoTech has partnered with a specialized firm to assist our clients in understanding and accessing the available funds.

NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coating is currently focused on commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings. While the technology and benefits of the coating could be applicable to residential settings, our company has chosen to specialize in larger-scale applications. This focus allows us to direct our expertise and resources towards meeting the specific needs of commercial and industrial facilities, as well as multi-family residential complexes, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and tailored roofing solutions for these sectors.

NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat can be applied using two main methods to ensure a smooth and even coating: by airless sprayer or by rolling.

1. Airless Sprayer: This method provides a quick and efficient application, especially suitable for large or complex roof surfaces. The airless sprayer evenly distributes the coating across the roof, ensuring consistent coverage and thickness.
2. Rolling: For smaller areas or where precise application is required, rolling the coating can be an effective method. It allows for more control over the application, ensuring that every part of the roof is adequately covered.

Both methods ensure that the coating is applied effectively, maximizing its performance in terms of reflectivity, emissivity, and thermal conductivity. The choice of application method may depend on the size of the roof, the specific type of roof surface, and accessibility.

NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat is delivered in various container sizes to suit different project needs, offering flexibility and convenience. Customers can choose from:

• 5 Gallon Buckets: Ideal for smaller projects or for areas that require precise application. These are easy to handle and transport.
• Totes: Suitable for larger projects, totes offer a more substantial quantity of the coating, making them efficient for extensive roof areas.
• Drums: For industrial-scale applications or very large projects, drums provide a bulk delivery option, ensuring sufficient supply for extensive coverage.

These varied delivery options allow customers to select the most appropriate and cost-effective solution based on the size and scope of their roofing project.

The NanoTech Cool Roof Coat is designed for durability and longevity. Tested to stringent Miami Dade standards and subjected to accelerated aging tests, it is rated to last for 10 years. After this initial decade, to maintain its high level of performance and protective qualities, an additional top coat is recommended. This approach ensures that the roof continues to benefit from the coating’s energy-saving and protective features, extending its lifespan and efficacy.

The installation time for NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat largely depends on the age and current condition of the roof in question. If the existing roof is generally in good condition, requiring only minor repairs, the process is quite straightforward and efficient. It typically involves power washing the roof to prepare the surface, followed by applying the coating in two passes. This entire process usually takes about two days to complete, making it a relatively quick solution for improving a building’s energy efficiency and thermal management. The rapid installation time, combined with the coating’s effectiveness, makes it an attractive option for those looking to enhance their building’s roofing system with minimal disruption.

NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat is applied at a thickness of 50 wet mils. As it dries, it settles to a final thickness of about 40 dry mils. This specific application thickness ensures optimal performance of the coating, providing the right balance between coverage, durability, and effectiveness in terms of reflectivity, emissivity, and thermal conductivity. The precise thickness is crucial for ensuring the coating performs as intended, maximizing its benefits in terms of energy efficiency and roof protection.

A 5-gallon bucket of NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coating typically covers an average of 200 square feet. However, this coverage can vary depending on the type of roof and the specific surface conditions. Different roof materials and textures may absorb more or less of the coating, influencing how far a single bucket will go. It’s important to consider these variables when estimating the amount of coating needed for a particular roofing project.

Yes, NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coating is waterproof, adhering to the rigorous Miami Dade standards. These standards are among the most stringent in the industry, ensuring that roofing materials can withstand severe weather conditions, including heavy rains. The waterproof nature of the coating means that it not only provides superior thermal management but also offers robust protection against water ingress, enhancing the overall durability and integrity of the roof. This makes it an ideal solution for areas prone to intense weather events, ensuring both energy efficiency and resilience.

The cure time of NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coating varies depending on climate conditions, but typically, it has a quick drying and curing process. The coating is usually dry to the touch within 2 hours of application. For full curing to a point where it’s safe to walk on the surface, it generally takes about 8 hours. However, these times can be influenced by the specific environmental conditions at the time of application, such as temperature and humidity. In cooler or more humid climates, the cure time may be longer, while in warmer, drier conditions, the coating may cure more quickly.

The concept of R-value, which measures thermal resistance, isn’t particularly applicable or effective when evaluating roof coatings. R-value is traditionally used for materials like insulation, where the primary function is to resist the conductive flow of heat. However, roof coatings primarily insulate through different mechanisms: high emissivity, high reflectivity, and low thermal conductivity.  These properties work together to improve a building’s thermal efficiency in ways that are not accurately captured by the R-value measurement. Instead, they focus on reducing heat gain from solar radiation and emitting absorbed heat, key factors in the overall energy efficiency of a building but not directly related to the conductive heat transfer that R-value measures.

The typical return on investment (ROI) for NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat varies depending on several factors, but customers can generally expect a payback within the 10-year warranty period. The timeframe for achieving ROI can range significantly; some buildings may see a payback within the first one to two years, while others might take longer. The variation in payback period is influenced by factors such as the type of building, the existing roof structure, and other energy-efficient features present. The more a building is predisposed to high cooling costs, the quicker the ROI can be realized, making NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat a financially sound investment in a wide range of scenarios.

NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat is versatile and can be applied to a variety of roof types, catering to a broad range of building requirements. This includes: Modified Bitumen (Mod-Bit) Roofs, Metal Roofs, TPO Roofs, EPDM Roofs. The adaptability of NanoTech’s Cool Roof Coat to these diverse roofing materials makes it a suitable choice for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications, enhancing their energy efficiency and longevity.