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What is the difference between E-Gard and E-Gard Plus?
- 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.
- 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.
- The benefits over the current E-Gard is improved corrosion resistance and a more reliable and environmentally friendly process.
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Is there any E-Gard or E-Gard Plus used on EntryGard Parts?
- All parts currently being E-coated today will receive the E-Gard Plus coating in the future – Operator Arms, Hinge Arms, Brackets, etc.
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Do you have to change any of the part numbers?
- Changing part numbers enables our customers to efficiently transition through older inventory to ensure product consistency for the end user.
- 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;
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Is the E-Gard Plus available today?
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- E-Gard Plus will be a running change and is available today.