BARNAGARD Gelcoat Biofouling Barrier – Jel-Kote™: Intrinsic Antifouling Protection for Boat Manufacturers

Marine biofouling is a major challenge for boat manufacturers, as it impacts performance, fuel efficiency, and maintenance costs. BARNAGARD Gelcoat Biofouling Barrier – Jel-Kote™ is engineered to provide intrinsic antifouling protection at the point of manufacture, giving boat hulls long-lasting resistance against barnacles, mussels, and other marine growth.

What Makes Jel-Kote™ Unique

Unlike traditional coatings applied post-manufacture, Jel-Kote™ is integrated during the hull-building process, creating a permanent two-layer biofouling barrier. This ensures protection is built into the boat, rather than relying solely on maintenance or aftermarket coatings.

Key features include:

• Sequential hull construction: A polyester gelcoat layer is applied first in the mold, followed by epoxy and perforated fiberglass layers to reach the desired hull thickness.

• Integrated antifouling layers: Once the hull is complete, one or more epoxy water barrier coats are applied to the ocean-facing surface. The final coat is impregnated with BARNAGARD biologically active chemical agents, forming an inner polymer layer.

• Durable outer protection: A polyurethane or fluorourethane topcoat infused with BARNAGARD agents forms the outer repelling layer, working with the epoxy to prevent surface damage.

  
  

Benefits for Manufacturers

BARNAGARD Jel-Kote™ offers several advantages for boat manufacturers and large-scale production entities:

• Intrinsic antifouling resistance: Protects the hull from day one, reducing maintenance requirements for end users.

• Enhanced durability: The combination of epoxy and outer polymer layers protects against scratches, impacts, and environmental wear.

• Streamlined production: Integrated application during hull manufacture reduces the need for additional coating steps post-production.

• Long-term brand value: Boats built with Jel-Kote™ maintain performance and aesthetic integrity, strengthening manufacturer reputation.

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Why Choose BARNAGARD Jel-Kote™

For large-scale operations and OEMs, BARNAGARD Jel-Kote™ is more than a coating, it’s a strategic solution for antifouling that enhances efficiency, longevity, and customer satisfaction. By partnering with BARNAGARD, manufacturers can offer next-level antifouling performance while streamlining production and reducing long-term maintenance concerns for their clients.

BARNAGARD Jel-Kote™: Built into your hull, engineered for performance, and trusted for marine protection.

Would you like to integrate BARNAGARD Jel-Kote™ into your manufacturing process? Please contact us at support@barnagard.com  for more information!

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