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[Series 971 Blog ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/resources/thermal-bridging-a-common-problem-for-architects-designing-with-exterior-exposed-elements-in-mind?hsLang=en)

THERMAL BREAK SOLUTIONS RE-IMAGINED

# High Performance Coatings

This page provides comprehensive technical information on Series 971, Aerolon, which provides thermal stability and controls condensation on steel and concrete building components, such as relieving angles, lintels, cantilevered beams, canopies and balconies. Aerolon can be applied in-shop or onsite, giving specifiers and applicators a more flexible and effective option to combat thermal bridging.

[Technical Data Sheet ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/971%20PDS%202.10.23.pdf?hsLang=en)

[CSI Guide Spec ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/09%2096%2072_Fluid%20Applied%20Insulation%20Coating%2080-100%20HPC.docx?hsLang=en)

[Const. Details ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/Aerolon%20Thermal%20Break%20Construction%20Details.pdf?hsLang=en)

[971 Brochure ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/Aerolon%20Thermal%20Break%20Brochure.pdf?hsLang=en)

# Tnemec Series 971, Aerolon, allows for thermal breaks in complex steel designs.  This gives Architects and Engineers the ability to keep their design aligned with their vision..

# Thermal conductivity comparisons between Aerolon and standard thermal break pads and shims..

![Aerolon Versus Pads](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/Aerolon%20Versus%20Pads.jpg "Aerolon Versus Pads")

[Thermal Bridging is a Common Problem in Architectural Design (BLOG) ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/resources/thermal-bridging-a-common-problem-for-architects-designing-with-exterior-exposed-elements-in-mind?hsLang=en)

# Shop applications allow for more environmental controls.. 

When applied in-shop, Aerolon can be spray-applied to steel beams in controlled environmental conditions and delivered to the jobsite ready for installation, eliminating weather-related application challenges and ensuring consistent film thickness and coverage. Additionally, shop application allows for better surface preparation, more precise application techniques, and quality assurance inspections before the coated components reach the construction site. This controlled environment results in a more reliable thermal break coating system that maintains its insulative properties and corrosion resistance throughout the project lifecycle, while also reducing on-site labor costs and potential delays associated with weather-dependent field applications.

![Photo_Drytec Aerolon Application 1](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Photo_Drytec%20Aerolon%20Application%201.jpeg?width=1700&height=1298&name=Photo_Drytec%20Aerolon%20Application%201.jpeg "Photo_Drytec Aerolon Application 1")

![Verbiage - Aerolon](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Verbiage%20-%20Aerolon.jpg?width=800&height=1347&name=Verbiage%20-%20Aerolon.jpg "Verbiage - Aerolon")

[Mitigating Thermal Bridging Blog ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/resources/mitigating-thermal-bridging-with-fluid-applied-thermal-break-coatings?hsLang=en)

##### Our goal is to help you select and specify the correct high performance coating system for your specific building or structure.  We do not take the one-size fits all approach..

 

#### DO YOU NEED HELP EVALUATING YOUR THERMAL BREAK SPECIFICATION?

Contact us for assistance...

[Contact us today ](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/contact?hsLang=en)

###### AEROLON PROJECT PROFILES

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##### Glenaire Thermal Break balcony project

When Austin Windham presented [Tnemec's Aerolon](https://tnemec.com/aerolon/) insulation coating system for thermal breaks to the...

[ View Full Project Profile](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/project-profiles/glenaire-thermal-break-balcony-project?hsLang=en)

![](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/IMG_6084.jpg)

##### Lamb Weston Potato Plant | High Performance...

The Lamb Weston frozen potato processing plant has been in operation since 1972 and employs around...

[ View Full Project Profile](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/project-profiles/lamb-weston-potato-plant?hsLang=en)

![](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/IMG_70202.jpg)

##### Conagra Peeler Tanks | High Performance Coatings

ConAgra Brands, a food processing and packaging company headquartered in Chicago, expanded into...

[ View Full Project Profile](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/project-profiles/conagra-peeler-tanks?hsLang=en)

![](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/hubfs/project-profiles/york-water-1.jpg)

##### York Water Pipe Gallery

Founded in 1816, York Water Company has been serving its local community for almost 200 years and...

[ View Full Project Profile](https://www.highperformancecoatings.org/project-profiles/york-water-pipe-gallery?hsLang=en)

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