Question 1

What Makes the ICP™ Different from Traditional Insulation Fillers?

Accepted Answer

Unlike conventional fillers that simply bulk up a material, the NanoTech Insulating Ceramic Particle (ICP)™ is engineered for heat control. It actively enhances emissivity and reduces thermal conductivity, giving coated surfaces the ability to reject heat rather than just reflect it. This makes ICP™-enhanced products more efficient and durable.

Question 2

Can the ICP™ Be Used in Both Hot and Cold Environments?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The ICP™ is designed for thermal management in extreme temperatures. Whether it's reflecting heat away from sun-exposed surfaces or preventing heat loss from high-temperature systems, its performance is stable across a wide range of applications.

Question 3

Is the ICP™ Safe for Use in Occupied Spaces or Around Sensitive Equipment?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The ICP™ is integrated into water-based, non-toxic coatings, making them odorless and containing no hazardous fibers. Unlike traditional fiberglass or mineral wool, there's no irritation, VOC emissions, or health risks. This allows ICP™-enhanced products to be safely applied both indoors and outdoors in occupied environments.

Question 4

How Does the ICP™ Improve Energy Efficiency?

Accepted Answer

By combining low thermal conductivity with high emissivity, the ICP™ helps coated surfaces manage heat more effectively, reducing thermal load, lowering cooling needs, and minimizing energy waste. This can translate into reduced HVAC demand and long-term operational cost savings.

Question 5

Is the ICP™ a Coating or an Additive?

Accepted Answer

The ICP™ itself is a high-performance ceramic additive. It becomes part of a final product (a coating, sealant, or composite) by being dispersed into a base material. This flexibility allows NanoTech to formulate solutions for roofing, insulation, fire mitigation, and more.

Question 6

Has the ICP™ Been Independently Tested?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Products containing the ICP™ have undergone rigorous third-party testing for thermal performance, safety, and durability. These tests validate compliance with standards such as ASTM C1857, NACE TM0143, and ISO 12944, depending on the product application.

Question 7

How is NanoTech's Cool Roof Coating System different from standard white roof coatings?

Accepted Answer

While traditional cool roof coatings rely only on reflectance, NanoTech's system uses Insulating Ceramic Particle (ICP)™ technology to actively reject heat. This dual-mode approach maintains performance even when dirty or aged and provides superior energy efficiency.

Question 8

Can the coating system be installed without removing the existing roof?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our system is designed to restore and protect aging roofs by applying directly over qualified substrates, avoiding full tear-offs and minimizing operational disruption.

Question 9

What types of buildings benefit most from this system?

Accepted Answer

It's ideal for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities, particularly flat or low-slope roofs in hot climates where HVAC costs and roof degradation are major concerns.

Question 10

How does the system contribute to sustainability goals?

Accepted Answer

In addition to reducing HVAC energy use, the system extends roof life and limits landfill waste from full replacements. It's also water-based with no reportable VOCs.

Question 11

Is it approved for use in regulated regions like Florida or California?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The system meets or exceeds requirements for Miami-Dade, Florida Product Approval, CRRC, Title 24, and ICC building codes.

Question 12

How does the NanoTech Fire Protective Coating System work in wildfire-prone environments?

Accepted Answer

Our system forms a durable barrier that resists moisture yet allows substrate breathing. It protects wooden infrastructure by significantly slowing flame spread and thermal degradation.

Question 13

What makes it different from intumescent or cementitious coatings?

Accepted Answer

Unlike intumescent coatings that rely on swelling or thick cementitious layers, this system doesn't require heat activation. The underlying substrate is protected across multiple fire events when the coating system is maintained, with inspection and reapplication of any coating areas exposed to high-heat direct flame. The coating also doesn't crack or flake like cementitious systems.

Question 14

What infrastructure types is this system used for?

Accepted Answer

It's ideal for protecting timber lagging on bridges, utility poles, fencing, and other critical or municipal wood-based structures vulnerable to wildfires.

Question 15

Is the system compliant with public infrastructure regulations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It's deployed on state department-of-transportation projects and meets DOT and NFPA resilience standards for state and federal wildfire mitigation grant programs.

Question 16

How is it applied: onsite or offsite?

Accepted Answer

Both. It can be spray-applied offsite for factory coating or onsite using standard spray equipment, offering deployment flexibility.

Question 17

What are the main performance advantages of the Insulative Coating System?

Accepted Answer

The system delivers high-temperature protection with minimal coating thickness, prevents personnel burns, resists corrosion under insulation (CUI), and provides consistent performance without degradation from moisture or cycling.

Question 18

In what types of facilities is this system typically used?

Accepted Answer

Oil and gas refineries, chemical processing plants, and energy production facilities, particularly on piping, tanks, valves, and other hot surfaces requiring personnel protection and energy conservation.

Question 19

How does this system improve plant safety?

Accepted Answer

By reducing surface temperatures to meet OSHA burn protection requirements, the system allows safer maintenance access while also preventing CUI that can lead to catastrophic failures.

Question 20

Can it replace traditional insulation like mineral wool or calcium silicate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The coating system offers equivalent or better thermal performance than traditional insulation with easier application, no moisture retention issues, and no support structure requirements.

Question 21

Does application require specialized training?

Accepted Answer

No, application uses standard airless spray equipment. However, we offer training and certification programs to ensure optimal performance and warranty compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Show me solutions for…

Insulative Ceramic Particle (ICP)™

Cool Roof Coating System

Fire Protective Coating System

Insulative Coating System

Have More Questions?

Quick Links

Resources

Contact