November 16, 2022
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(AKZA; AKZOY) Recreational boaters now have an easy way to be more sustainable following the introduction of a new biocide-free (B-Free) fouling control range from
The first product to be launched from the new B-Free range is B-Free Explore. It features a speciallydeveloped, unique silicone polymer technology which produces an exceptionally smooth and slick hull - helping to reduce drag. Fouling is controlled by preventing microorganisms such as barnacles, slime and algae from forming strong bonds with the hull of the boat. Any that do adhere can be simply wiped away by hand or water jet. "We've developed high-performance technology which allows boaters to maintain a clean, smooth hull," explains
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Specially crafted for the leisure boat market, B-Free Explore is the culmination of a five-year development program. It can be applied to new hulls or directly to existing antifouling, without the need for the removal of the previous antifouling coating. This makes it simple for boaters to upgrade from their traditional coatings to the new technology. The new product is also better for the marine ecosystem. Being biocide-free, it provides a smooth surface for improved hull efficiencies, which can lead to a reduced
Continues Lampkin: "Ultimately, the innovations at the heart of B-Free Explore allow boaters to focus more on what truly matters to them - being out on the water." Currently being introduced in NortheEurope, B-Free Explore will be rolled out across
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