Sigma Coatings is a brand of the SigmaKalon Group

The Sigma Pipeline

SigmaKalon Marine and Outstanding
Protective Coatings is

dedicated to the development,

manufacture and supply of coat-

ings to meet the very challenging

Exceptional conditions demand technically superior coatings. SigmaKalon’s
needs of specific industries. Pipeline range offers protective coating solutions that have been proven
in the most extreme situations.
Whether pipes are thermally insulated, buried or submerged and whether
With a heritage of outstanding your project is new construction or maintenance, SigmaKalon provides
maximum internal and external corrosion protection as well as
temperature resistance. Each coating has been developed to deliver
expertise in coatings technology added value through versatility, long service life, ease of application and
consistent quality. From phenolic epoxy coatings that withstand higher
temperatures to a specialist solution that enhances efficient gas flow,
and decades of international SigmaKalon offers outstanding solutions to meet your needs.

investments in research and

Protective Coatings solutions for your pipeline requirements

development for the protective Pipe Temperature Gas Oil Water

Exterior ) 60 °C SigmaLine 859 SigmaLine 859 SigmaLine 859

coatings market, no company SigmaLine 855 SigmaLine 855 SigmaLine 855

* 60 °C SigmaLine 2000 SigmaLine 2000 -

could be better placed than
SigmaLine 2500 SigmaLine 2500 -

SigmaKalon Marine and Interior - SigmaLine 403 SigmaLine 445 -

- - Sigma Novaguard* SigmaLine 523

Protective Coatings to meet
- - SigmaGuard CSF 575

- - SigmaGuard CSF 585

the fast-changing global
* see SigmaGuard Tanklining Range brochure

challenges of this
All these pipeline coatings – except the highly specialised Sigma-
technically demanding
Line 403 and SigmaLine 445 – are solvent free, eliminating
explosion risk, fire hazard and improved working safety.
sector.
Range
protection

SigmaLine 2500 SigmaLine 2000

Two component solvent free amine cured Two component solvent free amine cured Solvent free phenolic epoxy has
phenolic epoxy coating phenolic epoxy coating proved to perform in those areas
where conventional coatings do not.
A one coat system with proven results in the A one coat system suitable for such deman- Even with cathodic protection,
toughest conditions, SigmaLine 2500 offers ding work like bell holing, SigmaLine 2000 is phenolic epoxy offers temperature
high resistance to cathodic protection as an extremely tough and durable system resistance ranging from 100-160°C
well as against a wide range of chemicals offering long term external protection of – the inlet temperatures of many
and solvents. SigmaLine 2500 is designed pipelines operating at temperatures above buried exterior or sub-sea pipelines.
especially for pipe mill applications where 60°C. SigmaLine 2000 can be applied by Original trials over 3 years show
a speed of cure is key. The product is dry standard single feed airless equipment makes that solvent free phenolic epoxy
to handle in 10 minutes, which equates to it an ideal choice for pipeline rehabilitation outperforms conventional epoxy,
around 20 joints an hour. SigmaLine 2500 and it can even be applied to hot substrates FBE and solvent free polyurethane,
can be applied by airless spray to rotating up to 90°C. The system has been tested and by demonstrating excellent cathodic
pipes at a substrate temperature up to 90°C approved Saudi Aramco APCS 113 standard. disbondment resistance at high
while achieving a dft of 600 µm. The system temperatures even in wet saline
has been tested and approved Saudi Aramco ● Solvent free phenolic epoxy for pipe conditions.
APCS 113 standard. externals
SigmaLine 2500 and SigmaLine 2000
● One coat system directly to steel are both phenolic epoxy coatings.
● Solvent free phenolic epoxy for pipe
● Excellent resistance to cathodic
externals
protection at elevated temperatures
● One coat system directly to steel
● Meets Saudi Aramco APCS 113
● Fast curing especially when applied specification
to a preheated substrate
● Glossy and smooth appearance
● Good resistance to cathodic protec-
● Can be applied by heavy duty single
tion at elevated temperatures
feed airless spray (60:1)
● Meets Saudi Aramco APCS 113 speci-
● Excellent adhesion to FBE/steel
fication
● Good adhesion to PE/PP
● Glossy and smooth appearance
● Colour: red brown – gloss
● Excellent adhesion to FBE/steel
● Good adhesion to PE/PP
● Colour: dark brown – gloss
The Sigma Pipeline
Tough enough

SigmaLine 859 SigmaLine 855

Two component solvent free polyurethane Two component solvent free polyurethane
tar coating coating
A classic combination of benefits makes this SigmaLine 855 is developed to provide
highly versatile solvent free coating an high quality protection across a range of
effective and economical choice. As well as applications, SigmaLine 855 is certified to
excellent corrosion resistance SigmaLine 859 GBE/CW6 Part 1. With superb corrosion
provides strong resistance to abrasion and resistance, high levels of abrasion and
water, ensuring a long and reliable service. impact resistance, SigmaLine 855 is a proven
Application is by twin feed hot airless spray. performer. Excellent adhesion ensures reliabi-
With a fast curing time, the coating is dry lity and reduces repair and maintenance
to handle in just one hour at 20°C, leaving times. This fast curing coating is dry to
a distinctive black gloss finish. handle in one hour at 20°C and is readily
available in blue, grey and red brown gloss.
● Solvent free and polyurethane tar
coating for pipe externals ● Solvent free and tar free
● One coat directly to steel polyurethane for pipe externals
● Tested according to DIN 30671 ● One coat system directly to steel
● Excellent corrosion resistance ● Certified to British Gas GBE/CW6
Part 1
● Fast curing, it will cure in 3 minutes
when applied to preheated substrate ● Certified to EN 10290 by Shell
Global Solutions
● Good abrasion and impact resistance
● Excellent corrosion resistance
● Excellent adhesion
● Fast curing, dry to handle in
● Good water resistance
3 minutes when applied to
● Glossy and smooth appearance preheated substrate
● Colour: black - gloss ● Good abrasion and impact resistance
● Excellent adhesion
● Good water resistance
● Glossy and smooth appearance
● Colour: blue, grey and
red-brown - gloss
Range
to cope

SigmaLine 523 SigmaLine 445

Two component solvent free polyamine Two component high build amine cured
cured epoxy coating phenolic epoxy in-situ lining
With resistance against bacterial attack, Corrosion creates a hazardous situation,
SigmaLine 523 is approved for potable water which might cause leaks and blow-outs
by KIWA Holland ref. K12827/01. It is also resulting in environmental pollution.
suitable for carrying a wide variety of Replacement of these lines would involve
chemicals. SigmaLine 523 is fast curing enormous costs. In-situ cleaning and coating
especially when applied to preheated process provides a method to apply a
substrates. coating to existing pipelines in order to stop
the corrosion processes and chemical attack.
● Solvent free coating for the internal SigmaLine 445 is an in-situ coating that can
lining of pipelines carrying potable be used for internal pipeline rehabilitation
water of these pipelines. SigmaLine 445 provides
excellent protection in severe chemical and
● One coat system directly to steel
high temperature service.
● Approved and complying with latest
regulations for contact with potable
● Solvent borne phenolic epoxy
water like KIWA
coating for internal pipeline
● Excellent corrosion resistance provid- rehabilitation
ing total reliability and high potable
● Excellent corrosion resistance
water quality
providing total reliability
● Resistant against bacterial attack
● Provides excellent protection in
● Good chemical resistance against severe chemical and high
petroleum products and various temperature service
chemicals
● Excellent for use in sweet and sour
● Fast curing especially when applied crude, brine and processed
to preheated substrates petroleum product lines
● Can be applied to rotating pipes at ● Resistant to produced water
a dry film thickness (dft) up to containing hydrogen sulphide
600 µm
● Resistant against bacterial attack
● Glossy and smooth appearance
● Smooth appearance
● Easy to clean
● Easy to clean
● Colour: red-brown and green - gloss
● Colour: light green – flat
The Sigma Pipeline Range
Every situation covered

SigmaLine 403 SigmaGuard CSF 585 SigmaGuard CSF 575

Two component polyamine cured epoxy Two component solvent free amine cured Two component solvent free amine cured
flow coating epoxy coating modified epoxy coating
A specialist coating solution that reduces SigmaGuard CSF 85 is a lining for drinking Approved for drinking water by the National
frictional resistance for purified natural gas water meeting the latest legislation. Institute of Public Health, Norway and other
pipelines. The result, a faster, more efficient It is designed to provide the best water world leading regulators, this highly
gas flow resulting in cost savings due to less quality as its first priority, this long lasting advanced coating has an impeccable service
pressure loss. SigmaLine 403 provides a high coating delivers excellent coverage and record. A light coloured finish ensures good
level of anticorrosion protection and meets elasticity. It is approved by the Water visibility for easy inspection in confined
API specification RP 5L2 third edition. Quality Centre and meets the criteria of all spaces. Application is by single feed airless
SigmaLine 403 has been used in gas pipe- major quality standards and approval spray or by brush for stripe coating and spot
lines with excellent results after being in authorities including BS 6920 Part 1 (UK), repairs. Sigmaguard CSF 75 is also a Lloyd’s
service for over 25 years. KIWA (NL), NSF (USA, Germany, Singapore). register recognised corrosion control
coating.
● Solvent borne epoxy flow coating for ● Solvent free coating for the internal
internal natural gas pipelines lining of pipelines carrying potable ● Solvent free coating for the internal
● One coat system directly to steel water lining of pipelines carrying potable
● One coat system directly to steel water
● Reduction of friction resulting in
economical savings ● Approved and complying with ● One coat system directly to steel
● Improved reliability and quality of regulations of various Water Councils ● Approved and complying with
delivered natural gas for contact with potable water regulations for contact with potable
● Excellent corrosion resistance, water
● Good chemical resistance against
crude oil, natural gas and aliphatic providing total reliability and high ● Excellent corrosion resistance
petroleum products potable water quality (Lloyd’s register), providing total
● Benzyl alcohol free, virtually reliability and high potable water
● Glossy and smooth appearance
eliminating bacterial slime quality
● Easy to clean
● Resistant against bacterial attack ● Resistant against bacterial attack
● Can be applied by heavy duty
● Can be applied by heavy duty single ● Can be applied by heavy duty single
single feed airless spray (60:1) at
feed airless spray (60:1) feed airless spray (60:1)
temperatures from 5 °C and above
● Glossy and smooth appearance ● Glossy and smooth appearance
● Approved by Shell Global Solutions
and AGIP according to EN 10301 ● Easy to clean ● Easy to clean
● Approved to API specification 5L2 ● Colour: blue and white - gloss ● Colour: cream - gloss
● Colour: red brown – gloss
 The SigmaLine
Range
SigmaLine 2500 (Sigmalining FDP 67)
● Fast curing, solvent free phenolic epoxy coating for pipe externals
operating at temperatures greater than 60 °C

SigmaLine 2000 (Sigmarite EPH)

● Solvent free phenolic epoxy coating for pipe external rehabilitation
(bell holing jobs) and operating at temperatures greater than 60 °C

SigmaLine 859 (Sigmalining Purtar SF59)

● Fast curing, solvent free tar polyurethane coating for pipe externals
for fast drying

SigmaLine 855 (Sigmalining 7655)

● Fast curing, solvent free and polyurethane coating for pipe externals
for fast drying approved by British Gas CW6

SigmaLine 523 (Sigmalining SF23)

● Solvent free epoxy coating for pipe internal for transporting potable water,
which is KIWA approved

SigmaLine 445 (Sigmaguard HTR High Build)

● Solvent based high build phenolic epoxy in-situ coating for internal
pipeline rehabilitation various petrochemicals

SigmaLine 403 (Sigmalining Flowcoat 03)

● Solvent based epoxy flow coating for internal natural gas pipelines
approved by API RP5 L2

SigmaGuard CSF 575 (Sigmaguard CSF 75)

● Solvent free epoxy coating for pipe internal for transporting
potable water, which can be applied by single feed airless

SigmaGuard CSF 585 (Sigmaguard CSF 85)

● Solvent and benzyl alcohol free epoxy coating for pipe internal for
transporting potable water and approved according to latest legislation
SigmaKalon Marine
and Protective Coatings