GLOBAL EXPRESS stripped with Greensolv 274C

Coating System & Substrate

  • Epoxy primer.
  • Polyurethane top coat.
  • Average thickness : 12 mils.
  • Substrate : mainly aluminium, titanium & high strength steel.

Reason for stripping

  • Changing the paint scheme for a new owner.

Application

  • Total of 240 kg (1.3 drums) of Greensolv 274C sprayed on the aircraft in 4 applications with an airless pump (20:1).
  • Temperature : 25-30°C (77-86°F).

Results

  • Aircraft completly stripped to bare metal in 14 hours (from application to unmasking).
  • Global Express was stripped with a total of 3 workers.

Conclusion

  • Stripping procedure started in the evening and was completed the next morning.
  • No damage on the precious titanium tail cone.
  • No scrapping was necessary.

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