Mineral cars (hoppers) are enclosed railway wagons designed for bulk transport of mineral fertilizers and other loose materials that require protection from atmospheric conditions. They are equipped with sealed loading hatches on the roof and unloading hatches at the bottom of the body, which can be operated either mechanically or manually.
The proposed coating system delivers exceptional resistance to abrasive wear, making it ideally suited for the harsh operating conditions encountered by mineral cars, hoppers, and cyclones. Its multi-layer epoxy architecture forms a robust protective barrier that preserves the structural integrity of metal surfaces exposed to constant friction, impact from bulk materials, and abrasive dust particles. By maintaining surface strength and preventing premature degradation, the system significantly reduces the frequency of maintenance and downtime, improving operational efficiency. In addition, the coatings provide long-term protection against corrosion, moisture ingress, and chemical exposure, ensuring that vehicles and equipment retain their mechanical performance and visual condition over extended service periods. This makes the system a highly reliable, cost-effective solution for industries handling heavy, abrasive loads.
Types of Coated Structures
ARMOR Chemie® coatings protect a wide range of structures:
- Mineral Cars – self-unloading wagons or containers for transporting mineral raw materials and powdered substances; can be stationary or mobile (for internal transport within a facility)
- Hoppers – bunkers and receiving-distribution devices for bulk materials; can be dosing, transport, storage, or transfer types
- Cyclones – devices for separating gas-dust streams; available in industrial and laboratory scales, single- or multi-stage, dry or wet
- 700 µm
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2*350 µm
This coating system provides excellent resistance to abrasive wear, ensuring long-term protection of mineral cars, hoppers, and cyclones under highly abrasive operating conditions. The multi-layer epoxy system offers high durability, maintains structural integrity, and reduces maintenance frequency.
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ARMOR Chemie® — Industrial and Protective Coatings That Truly Work
LLC “Art Industry Company” (Belarus) is the manufacturer of ARMOR Chemie® anti-corrosion coatings. We develop, produce, and implement advanced solutions for protecting metal structures and equipment from corrosion, as well as atmospheric and mechanical impacts. Our materials, created using cutting‑edge technologies and 30 years of expertise, ensure durability, reliability, and reduced maintenance costs.
Advantages
of our solutions
- High resistance to abrasive wear. Protects surfaces from cargo friction and wagon wall abrasion.
- Anti‑corrosion protection. Reliably protects metal components from moisture and chemically aggressive cargo.
- Mechanical strength and elasticity. Maintains coating integrity under vibration, impacts, and frame deformation.
- Color and gloss retention. Coatings preserve a presentable appearance even during long‑term outdoor operation.
- Resistance to atmospheric exposure. Withstands temperature fluctuations and ultraviolet radiation.
- Possibility of local repair. Coatings allow on‑site renewal and repair without complex technological procedures.



