The ever changing regulations reducing the levels of VOC's (Volatile Organic Com-pounds), increase the need for solvent free coatings. AST Alba has successfully established a coating system, which meets all EU directives on VOC's emission. As the name suggests waterborne coatings use an aqueous base, one of the most prolific substances on the planet, and of course is inherently inert.

In 2002, many coatings used did not meet the VOC emission standards both established and enforced by the environmental bodies in the UK, EU and USA. Not only did the existing coatings used become banned, but also the equipment used to apply them.

AST D45 contains less than 250 grams/litre of VOC, which means AST D45 meets all current and forthcoming International regulations for VOC emissions.

Our products not only comply with current needs but those of the future.