1. What is the difference between E-Gard and E-Gard Plus?
    1. The current E-Gard is a U.V. stable liquid Acrylic based coating that is electrostatically applied to the parts with E-Gard coated rivets and studs.
    2. E-Gard Plus is a liquid black Epoxy high edge build coating that is electrostatically applied to the parts with a powder top coat to match the current color and to provide U.V. protection. The rivets and studs have already been changed to Stainless Steel (SST) or Service Class 3 (SC3) coating.
    3. The benefits over the current E-Gard is improved corrosion resistance and a more reliable and environmentally friendly process.
  2. Is there any E-Gard or E-Gard Plus used on EntryGard Parts?
    1. All parts currently being E-coated today will receive the E-Gard Plus coating in the future – Operator Arms, Hinge Arms, Brackets, etc.
  3. Do you have to change any of the part numbers?
    1. Changing part numbers enables our customers to efficiently transition through older inventory to ensure product consistency for the end user.
    2. E-Gard Plus will be designated in the part number or descriptions;  Finished good part numbers with a suffix of 1XX will be changing to a 2xx for the E-Gard Plus coatings designations or otherwise outlined in the product descriptions;
  4. Is the E-Gard Plus available today?
      1. E-Gard Plus will be a running change and is available today.