About Us

 

Objectives of PDA

 

PDA’s objectives return to the mission of our association

  • Clearly define polyurea as a type of elastomer that is derived from the reaction product of an isocyanate component and a synthetic resin blend component through step-growth polymerization.

  • Develop marketing and industry communication programs.

  • Serve as a clearinghouse for the dissemination of information regarding polyurea and other thick-film elastomeric products via e-mail and website.

  • Establish protocol and standards for polyurea applications.

  • Act as the premier industry training avenue through the development and delivery of industry approved education programs.

  • Organize and host industry trade meetings as a forum for technical reviews, new product introductions, dissemination of information related to industry trends and pertinent legislation, and to encourage member networking.

History of PDA

Beginning in 2000 the Polyurea Development Association (later shortened to PDA) was the trade association that represented polyurea technology. Its volunteers worked tirelessly to help explain, train and promote this amazing technology.

In the ensuing years, PDA expanded its reach to include thick-film high performance elastomers as well as still being the leading voice of polyurea technology. By adding adjacent technologies like urethanes and hybrids that have similar uses, as well as related primers and topcoats, PDA become a clearinghouse for applicators, formulators, raw material companies and others involved in our industry.

For more than two decades, PDA has strived to advance and promote the market for polyurea and polyurethane elastomeric technologies by leveraging the shared knowledge of our members.

DEFINITION OF Pure Polyurea

A pure polyurea coating / elastomer is derived from the reaction product of a polyisocyanate component and an amine-terminated resin blend.

For reference purposes, a polyurethane / polyurea hybrid coating / elastomer is the reaction product of a polyisocyanate component and a resin blend component. The resin blend may be made up of blends of amine-terminated and / or hydroxyl-terminated polymer resins.

Definitions of Elastomeric Coatings

ELASTOMER

A material which at room temperatature is capable of being stretched repeatedly at least twice its original length (200% to 700% elongation based on the formulation) and, upon release of stress will return to its original dimensions.

ELASTOMERIC

The elastic, rubber-like properties of a material that will stretch when pulled and will return relatively quickly to its original shape when released.

ELASTOMERIC COATING

A coating system which, when fully cured, is capable of being stretched at least twice its original length (100% elongation) and recovering to its original dimensions.