25/01/05 - QR COMPLETES ONE PROJECT AND STARTS ANOTHER

The 4000sq.m ETD locomotive workshop flooring at the QR Mayne depot has been completed. In a previous news update (02/12/04), it was revealed that QR had specified the use of the specialty flooring system after extensive trials had conclusively demonstrated the enhanced adhesion, chemical resistance, strength and lasting non-slip properties. The project commenced in December and was completed on schedule by the end of January. Early indications suggest that the client is extremely pleased with the non-slip finish and the increased level of safety that comes with it.

The same system, consisting of an NMP 1535 basecoat, HD Agg and an encapsulating NMP 1515 topcoat, is now being used on a high-wear foot traffic area in a major inner-city railway station. In addition to its hardwearing credentials, the system is also solventless and odourless, making it ideal for application in public areas as it can be applied at any time without disruption or discomfort to nearby commuters and workers.

10/02/05 - HYDRO TASMANIA CONTINUE TO USE NMP PRODUCTS

NMP products are continuing to achieve high-levels of performance in demanding Hydro Tasmania applications. In recent months, Hydro has used NMP 5335 Flexible Sealant on 2700 lineal metres of joint work in their Fisher flume, and the Kevlar-reinforced NMP 1715 Protective Coating to re-build damage concrete in troublesome, high-wear areas of "Todd's Corner".

Aside from the specific properties of the individual products, Hydro Tasmania have been impressed with the overall field-friendliness of NMP products, punctuated by their exceptional moisture and surface tolerance. In decidedly inclement, fluctuating weather conditions that can see a serene 27C day followed by a wet, windy, 4C one, NMP products have been applied as intended, without difficulty or concern. This has enabled the scheduled work to be completed regardless of the conditions, saving in the large costs associated with a lengthy downtime while waiting for favourable conditions typically required for other systems.

01/03/05 - NMP CONTINUE TO GO GLOBAL

The recent establishment of an NMP distributor in Iran has given further impetus to NMP's global aspirations. The company in question is a specialist coating applicator servicing the oil and gas industry of Iran, whose interest in our company and products was generated through our monthly e-bulletin publication. NMP is very excited about the venture, seeing it as a tremendous opportunity to prove our coatings' capabilities in one of the major oil and gas producing regions of the world.

This development coincides with mounting interest from countries such as Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia. We are also currently involved in the latter stages of project trials in the USA, completing a rather extensive international involvement and profile at present.

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