Structured comparison criteria and compliance requirements are transforming potable water tank coating selection by enabling data-driven decisions that balance performance, cost, and regulatory adherence throughout the tank lifecycle.

Elastomeric coatings are applied to roofs, walls, and structural surfaces for their flexibility, waterproofing, and UV resistance. Elastomeric polyurethanes bridge cracks and waterproof substrates like concrete and metal. When properly installed, these coatings provide long-term protection and durability. However, defects can occur if surface preparation, application, or environmental conditions are not controlled.

Understanding these defects and how to prevent them is essential for contractors, inspectors, and asset owners. The following outlines common elastomeric coating defects, their causes, and prevention methods.

For decades, waterproofing systems have been built with one goal in mind: performance. But in today’s built environment, performance alone isn’t always enough, aesthetics matter too. That’s where Color Shield™ Topcoat comes in. Color Shield is a next-generation, two-component polyaspartic topcoat designed to deliver UV-stable, color-stable protection, without compromising the proven performance of CIM waterproofing systems.

In construction design, precision isn’t optional, it’s everything. As an engineer, architect, or designer, you need reliable technical data and clearly defined specifications to ensure project integrity from concept through completion. That’s where our newly available 3-part specifications come in.

We’ve made it easier to access and integrate detailed, industry-standard specification language directly into your project documents—saving you time while improving accuracy.

Learn how conformal coating thickness and industry standards impact reliability, compliance, and performance in electronics manufacturing—plus how to choose the right specifications for your application. 

At CIM Industries, performance and reliability have always defined our products. The latest addition to our liquid coatings line, CIM ECO 1061, not only sets a new standard for potable water protection but also for environmental sustainability. With Zero VOCs, ANSI/NSF61 potable-water approval, LEED certification, and an industry-leading
return-to-service time of 72 hours, CIM ECO 1061 enables utilities and contractors to cut downtime, accelerate project schedules, and put tanks back in operation faster.

Visit the ECO 1061 Product Detail Page for all details

It is critical that the appropriate amount of CIM Activator be mixed with the appropriate amount of CIM Premix. Therefore, each CIM product comes packaged with pre-measured quantities of Activator and Premix.