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Unibar Formula: heavy-duty resin protection for Airport Hangar Floors
Winkler’s innovative resin-based systems were selected for the refurbishment of the flooring in Hangar 3 at Linate Prime Airport.
Thanks to the support of Winkler’s Technical Office, the project benefited from cutting-edge solutions and constant supervision during the works.
Project overview: Hangar 3 Flooring Refurbishment
Client: SEA Prime S.p.A.
Project: Refurbishment ofHangar 3 at Linate Prime
Area: 1,720 square meters
Purpose:Aircraft hangar for business jets like Pilatus PC-24, Embraer Legacy 450, and Embraer Phenom 300.
The intervention required the renovation of the flooring to ensure durability, uniform load distribution, and resistance to sector-specific contaminants.
Why were Winkler’s resin systems chosen?
In July, Winkler’s technical team was invited by the Technical Office of an important Lombard business aviation hub to present their products. Following a detailed analysis of technical data sheets, the main evaluation criteria included:
- Fire reaction class
- Resin’s elastic modulus
- Maturation times
- Resistance to contamination from aviation oil, such as SkyDrol.
Winkler’s products stood out for their application speed, solvent-free composition, and high-level environmental certifications.
Test e certificazioni rigorose
Physical samples of different sizes and colors underwent intensive tests in a dedicated area. The samples brilliantly passed the evaluations, demonstrating:
- Resistance to heavy-duty loads
- Chemical resistance to oils, solvents, and hydraulic fluids
- Environmental safety, thanks to a non-toxic, odorless composition
Based on these results, Unibar Formula was selected—a multifunctional, two-component resin that consolidates and waterproofs, ideal for load-bearing layers exposed to heavy traffic.
Application process: key steps
The works, carried out by Even Srl under Winkler’s technical supervision, followed these main phases:
- Surface Preparation:
- Cross-grain shot blasting to level the base.
- Grinding and sealing of expansion joints.
- Substrate priming with quartz dusting to enhance resin adhesion.
- First leveling coat with special fillers to strengthen the mix.
- Second leveling coat with more resin, pre-colored in RAL 7035 for optimal coverage.
- Application of Winkler Winpaint, a two-component polyurethane resin, water-based and designed for trafficable surfaces.
- Addition of an anti-acid additive to ensure resistance to potential oil and hydrocarbon spills.
The project concluded with the final testing and issuance of legally required Performance Declarations (DOPs).
Advantages of Unibar Formula and Winpaint
Unibar Formula: solution for heavy loads
- Perfect for load-bearing layers exposed to heavy-duty traffic
- Solvent-free and odorless formula, ideal for sensitive environments
Winpaint: long-lasting protection for flooring
- Optimal for workshops, warehouses, and logistics centers
- Resistant to wear, abrasion, and chemicals
Collaboration and regulatory compliance
Thanks to the collaboration with Winkler’s Technical Office, the project adhered to strict airport safety regulations, ensuring an odor- and dust-free environment.
Conclusion: superior performance for aviation flooring
The refurbishment of Hangar 3 at Linate Prime demonstrates the effectiveness of Winkler’s resin solutions for aviation and industrial applications. With Unibar Formula and Winpaint, SEA Prime now has robust, durable flooring designed to meet the sector’s most complex demands.
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WINKLERSAFE: innovative and sustainable waterproofing solutions
All Winkler products are water-based or 100% composed of active ingredients, with no solvent use. This approach underscores the brand’s mission to develop advanced technological solutions with low environmental impact, prioritizing people’s health and environmental protection.
WINKLERSAFE: quality and sustainability guaranteed
The WINKLERSAFE program offers innovative, sustainable responses with high-performance waterproofing products and technologies. Thanks to advanced research, Winkler guarantees:
- Superior performance for every application
- Certified reliability, tested daily
- Environmental safety, eliminating solvents and toxic materials
This commitment, born almost 40 years ago, has made Winkler a point of reference in the sustainable waterproofing sector.
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Explore WinklerSafe solutions and elevate your project to a new level of sustainability and reliability.
Why choose Winkler for your needs?
- Solvent-free: Completely water-based or active ingredient formulations
- Guaranteed sustainability: A responsible choice for the environment
- Performance without compromise: Ideal for construction and industrial projects
FAQ
How does this resin flooring withstand the heavy loads of an aircraft hangar?
Its strength comes from a multilayer system. A specific resin (Unibar Formula) is used, reinforced with special fillers and quartz. This creates a layer that distributes weight evenly, making it ideal for heavy loads such as aircraft and forklifts.
Is the flooring resistant to chemicals used in the aviation industry?
Yes, this is a fundamental project requirement. The polyurethane finish (Winpaint) is treated with an anti-acid additive that ensures high chemical resistance to oils, solvents, and aggressive hydraulic fluids like Skydrol.
What is the first step in laying an industrial resin floor?
The first step is the mechanical preparation of the substrate. A cross-hatch shot blasting of the surface is essential to make it uniform and sufficiently rough, thereby ensuring the perfect adhesion of the primer and the entire subsequent resin system.
