RINA approved RIPOL MED Series polyesters and hybrids
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RIPOL Series MED include powder coatings specifically formulated to comply with the Fire Protection requirements of Marine Equipment directive (MED) 96/98/EC as modified by Directive (EU) 2015/559. They are available in both Polyester and Hybrid polyester-epoxy chemistries and in a full range of colors and glosses.
Testing standards – IMO Res. MSC.307 (88)-(2010 FTP Code).
Reference standards Chap. II-2 and X of SOLAS 74 Convention, as amended, RINA Rules for the certification of Marine Equipment.
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For further information please contact your local RIPOL sales representative.
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