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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION SPEEDLINER ADVANTAGE/MAXIMUM STRENGTH THE SPEEDLINER TEAM EASY INSTALLATION PROCESS PRODUCT BREAKTHROUGHS/INDUSTRY BREAKTHROUGHS/OTHER DEALER ADVANTAGES SPEEDLINER DEALERS OTHER PROFIT OPPORTUNITIES PRODUCT COMPARISON REFERENCE GUIDE 1 PREPARATION OF PAINTED METAL SURFACE 2 PRIMER/ADHESION PROMOTER 3 MIXING OF SL SL-1000 APPLICATION PROCESS 5 TECHNICAL DATA 6 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES 7 TOPCOAT PRODUCTS FROM INDUSTRIAL POLYMERS 8 MARKETING PACKS 9 SL-1000 HIGH-PROFILE NON-SKID 10 SL-1000 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 APPENDIX SPEEDLINER SPRAY SYSTEMS SPEEDLINER HOPPER GUN - PACKAGE PRICING SPEEDLINER PRESSURE POT - PACKAGE PRICING PRODUCT PRICING PRODUCT COST - PER SQUARE FOOT TABLE PRODUCT COVERAGE TABLE All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited.

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4 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION This proposal demonstrates a substantial profit generating opportunity by applying SPEEDLINER 1000, the revolutionary spray bedliner material. The reader will learn the benefits of the product, the ease of application, the profits attainable, the other applications from which one can profit, the advantages of being a SPEEDLINER 1000 dealer, the company behind the product, and the SPEEDLINER 1000 philosophy. Providing truck owners with numerous benefits never before offered, custom spray on bed liners have become a highly requested accessory in the truck aftermarket industry. This next generation of bed liners gives a contour fitted, anti-skid, chemically resistant surface that provides longer life, increases the value of the vehicle and requires no maintenance. There are, however, four features which differentiates our product from other sprayed polyurethane products. First, independent lab tests prove SPEEDLINER 1000 to be the strongest spray bed liner product, being the first bed liner product to surpass both the 3,000 and 4,000 PSI marks in tensile strength - a claim no other company can make! Second, SPEEDLINER 1000 is the first bed liner system compatible with automotive color tints. This enables the bed liner to be custom colored to match any truck. The third major difference with SPEEDLINER 1000 is its simple method of application. And finally, the extreme UV stability of SPEEDLINER 1000 surpasses any competitor, hands down. With extreme UV exposure, SPEEDLINER 1000 is 2 to 3 times stronger than any competitor. High-tech equipment and highly skilled labor are NOT necessary. In fact, SPEEDLINER 1000 is applied through a simple hopper gun with about PSI of pressure. Simply put, SPEEDLINER 1000 is the toughest, most versatile and simplest product available today. There is no other aftermarket product in the truck industry today that provides such high profit potential with so little initial investment. In fact, for a limited time a SPEEDLINER 1000 Application Center can now be set up with no franchise fees. The equipment and material necessary to begin this lucrative venture can be purchased starting as low as $2, As an installer of SPEEDLINER 1000, an applicator can realize margins of $185 to $275 per bed liner sold. So why spend your life savings on equipment and inferior product when you can start making profit immediately with SPEEDLINER 1000 s low cost start up. There are several advantages SPEEDLINER 1000 has over its competitors. As previously stated, our product is proven to be stronger, it provides more color options, and is easier to apply. There is no expensive equipment to buy, nor are there any license or franchise fees to pay. Furthermore, installation can be done mobile, enabling SPEEDLINER 1000 dealers to get jobs their competitors simply cannot do. The entire operation is turnkey. Best of all, you make money on your very first order. Don t be fooled by companies pretending to be manufacturers. Most all our competitors re-label products made by someone else and call it their own. Make sure you are dealing with a true manufacturer so you will receive the quality and technical support you deserve. After video training is complete, Bearcat Industries will continue to provide technical and marketing support for as long as you sell SPEEDLINER 1000, the toughest, most versatile and simplest spray-in bed liner product available. The sale of SPEEDLINER 1000 provides an exceptional margin of profit while providing a custom service. The following is a per unit cost analysis for installation of a full size short bed: SPEEDLINER 1000 ENTRY-LEVEL LINER SPEEDLINER 1000 (3 $52.03* per gallon)...$ Primer 450 (400 ml)...$6.44 Misc shop materials (masking tape, plastic, sandpaper, etc.)...$10.00 Total cost for one standard size truck (black)...$ All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. SPEEDLINER 1000 (4 $52.03* per gallon)...$ Primer 450 (400 ml)...$6.44 Misc shop materials (masking tape, plastic, sandpaper, etc.)...$10.00 Total cost for one standard size truck (black)...$ Full retail price for a sprayed bed liner ranges between $335 and $500+, enabling a SPEEDLINER 1000 dealer to earn $ and up per truck. Additional profit can be gained by selling optional Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont additive, custom color matched and graphic options. Remember when comparing prices with other companies, that equal amounts per truck, are the same. *Prices subject to change without notice. KEVLAR is a registered trademark of DuPont 4 SPEEDLINER 1000 PREMIUM LINER

5 THE SPEEDLINER 1000 ADVANTAGE Listed here for you are some of the major differences between SPEEDLINER 1000 and its competitors: OTHERS Initial investment Training Unique Product Advantage Tensile Strength Color Stability Compatible w/ Automotive Tints Graphics & Multicolor Liners Trimming As low as $2, /2 day needed Yes 4,200-4,800 p.s.i. Excellent Yes Yes cutting required $10,000 - $70,000 3 to 5 days needed 1,500-2,200 p.s.i. Poor Cut edge w/ razor knife With all these advantages it is easy to see why SPEEDLINER 1000 has become the nation s fastest growing network of spray bed liner dealers. Over 3,000 distributors in the U.S. MAXIMUM STRENGTH To further enhance SPEEDLINER 1000 s fantastic tear strength, KEVLAR brand fiber by DuPont can be added. KEVLAR brand fiber by DuPont is used by our military in soldier and vehicle body armor. In fact, KEVLAR brand fiber by DuPont is also used in the reactive armor of the M1-A1 Tanks of Gulf War fame. We use KEVLAR brand fiber by DuPont to reinforce our superior chemistry, giving us the strongest product available in the market today. The charts below show strength comparisons of the two most common tests of urethane products. * Speedliner 1000 strength number from independent lab tests in accordance with ASTM D 412 on Instron Testing Machine, Model 4507 with ASTM D 412 Die C specimens. ** SolarMax, HardLine, TuffGrip numbers published at on February 4, Speedliner 1000 is a registered trademark of Industrial Polymers, Inc. Rhino SolarMax, Rhino HardLine, and Rhino TuffGrip are registered trademarks of Rhino Linings USA, Inc. KEVLAR is a registered trademark of DuPont All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 5

6 THE SPEEDLINER TEAM The SPEEDLINER 1000 team is made up of two separate companies: Industrial Polymers Corporation, Inc., the manufacturer, and, the distributor. Developing a countless number of unique, polyurethane compounds since 1978, Industrial Polymers continues to lead the way with breakthrough polymer technology in a variety of industries. With state of the art facilities and lead by its research and development department, Industrial Polymers has created polymers for Fortune 500 companies as well as for the United States Military and Navy. Building high-tech polymers to endure extreme environments is their specialty, a claim that cannot be made by other companies. The following examples demonstrate their expertise: Developed anti-abrasive compounds for jet engine air intakes for F-16 fighters. Extreme conditions: highly abrasive supersonic particles; and high temperatures. Created coating for the Auger Net used under Shell Oil s offshore drilling platforms to prevent ships from drifting into drilling equipment. Extreme conditions: abrasion from offshore vessels; and chemicals from drilling sludge and sea water. Formulated coating for Naval buoys and boat fenders. Extreme conditions: abrasion from sea vessels; and chemicals from sea water. Developed coating for flexible foam used at Disney water parks. Extreme conditions: chemicals from chlorinated water; ultraviolet rays from sunlight; impacts and abrasions from water park guests. Created compounds for rotary table impact pads on offshore drilling platforms. Extreme conditions: High impacts and abrasion from drill bits; corrosive chemicals from sludge and sea water. These examples are but a few of the hundreds of projects on which Industrial Polymers has worked. The spray bed liner market is their most recent example of how an industry can be impacted by the development of improved polymer technology. Industrial Polymers has been competing in the spray bed liner market since 1993, and SPEEDLINER 1000 represents their greatest product breakthrough in this industry. A dealer network of over 3,000 users affirms our superior technology and excellent customer service. makes up the second half of the SPEEDLINER 1000 team. Industrial Polymers Corporation, Inc. selected Bearcat Industries to be the exclusive distributor of SPEEDLINER 1000 based upon their marketing and technical expertise. Bearcat Industries worked in conjunction with Industrial Polymers Corporation, Inc. during the entire research and development phases of SPEEDLINER 1000 s creation, helping to make it the simplest and most affordable bed liner application available today. Following the development of the system, Bearcat Industries started its own application center in Houston, TX to further test SPEEDLINER 1000 and ensure it was going to perform as planned. Only after a long, successful testing period was the focus then placed on growing the network of SPEEDLINER 1000 dealers, as mentioned above. Having extensive first-hand experience with both the application and marketing of SPEEDLINER 1000 bed liners at the wholesale and retail level, Bearcat Industries is a powerful ally to the network of SPEEDLINER 1000 dealers. Bearcat Industries primary function is to provide training and technical support to new and existing dealers. Their instruction help make new dealers successful right from the start. The mission at Bearcat Industries is to provide SPEEDLINER 1000 dealers with a complete education of their product, competitors products and the bed liner market/industry as a whole. This education begins with the video training session and continues through regular updates by phone and . Remember, no more expensive equipment or spending your life savings. When one becomes a SPEEDLINER 1000 dealer, they are backed by two companies on the cutting edge of technology, who never stop their research and development of new and better products, and who are committed to providing service of the highest quality. Most importantly, you become a member of TRULY the strongest bedliner on the market. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 6

7 EASY INSTALLATION PROCESS Installation is very easy. Follow these steps completely to ensure an excellent bond and a terrific new bed liner. The following is the list of the basic steps involved in applying a custom, sprayed bed liner: 1. Wash bed of vehicle to remove all dust, dirt and oil. 2. Sand surface with, nylon cup brush or 60# to 80# sandpaper to roughen surface. 3. Thoroughly wipe down surface with M.E.K., a fast, evaporating cleaning solvent. 4. Mask vehicle with masking tape. (no wire tape needed). 5. Apply Primer 450 to truck bed, using an automotive HVLP gun, conventional paint gun, brush, or roller. 6. Spray on SPEEDLINER 1000 with hopper gun or modified pressure pot. 7. Unmask and clean up. Total installation takes less than three man hours. When temperature is below 70 F or heavy rains are present, SPEEDLINER 1000 must remain at room temperature (72 F) for 4 to 6 hours before being exposed to the elements. SPEEDLINER 1000 takes twenty-four hours to cure hard enough to withstand light loads (tailgate should remain down during this time). In warmer temperatures, maximum strength can be reached within seventy-two hours. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 7

8 PRODUCT BREAKTHROUGHS Only spray bedliner to have tested at over 4,800 pounds/square inch in tensile, proving it to be the strongest spray bedliner available, giving customers the maximum protection from rips and tears. Only bedliner system to use Kevlar brand fiber from DuPont, further enhancing SPEEDLINER 1000 s strength capabilities. Only bedliner product to ever introduce performance enhancers such as rubber crumb, silica sand, aluminum oxide and Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont to improve physical properties such as tear resistance and non-skid, offering more options to SPEEDLINER 1000 customers. 1st to develop a primer adhesive to prevent the bed liner from peeling away (1995), further enhancing the liner s performance for the SPEEDLINER 1000 customer. 1st spray bedliner system tinted with automotive paint (1996), allowing SPEEDLINER 1000 customers to customize and have their liner tinted to their specifications. Only dealer network of over 3,000 world wide, in 49 states and 16 countries, making it easy for SPEEDLINER 1000 customers to find the nearest dealer. industry breakthroughs 1st to create a premix bedliner system (1995), revolutionizing the spray bedliner market. 1st to use simple hopper gun application (1996), saving SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealers thousands of dollars on equipment. 1st bedliner system to completely eliminate off ratio product resulting from application equipment (1995), saving SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealers thousands of dollars in wasted time and wasted material. 1st company to offer video training (1999), drastically lowering the cost of starting a spray liner business. 1st company to offer a mobile spray liner system for under $1, (1995), enabling the SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealer s ability to get new jobs and increase profits. 1st spray bedliner system to completely eliminate the need for trimming with razor knife and/or wire trim (1995), protecting the customer s paint job and saving the applicator time and money. 1st spray bedliner system tinted with automotive paint (1996), allowing the SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealer to increase profits through easy customization. 1st spray bedliner system to use metallic colors and include them as a part of their standard colors offered directly from the manufacturer (1996), saving dealer money on custom paint. 1st spray bedliner product that could be applied with a simple paint roller (1995). 1st and only spray bedliner system to introduce performance enhancers such as rubber crumb, silica sand, aluminum oxide and Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont to improve physical properties such as tear resistance and non-skid (1997), providing new profit opportunities for dealers. OTHER DEALER ADVANTAGES SPEEDLINER 1000 completely eliminated large 55 gallon drum container orders and climate controlled warehousing with our simple gallon sized packaging, allowing Speedliner Dealers to operate with less capital tied up in inventory and storage. SPEEDLINER 1000 is sold and backed directly by the manufacturer who formulated the product; giving the SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealer the support and confidence you do not get from a middleman. SPEEDLINER 1000 s Easy Application System significantly lowers equipment maintenance and downtime, saving the SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealer money and aggravation. SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealers get free marketing materials with every order. Free marketing via the Internet drives customers straight to the SPEEDLINER 1000 Dealer s door. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 8 KEVLAR is a registered trademark of DuPont

9 SPEEDLINER 1000 DEALERS All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, 9 or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. Kevlar is a registered trademark of DuPont

10 OTHER PROFIT OPPORTUNITIES In addition to installing SPEEDLINER 1000 in truck beds there are endless other applications from which a SPEEDLINER 1000 dealer can profit. Any metal, aluminum, wood, concrete or fiberglass surface which needs protection from abrasion and/or corrosion is an ideal candidate for SPEEDLINER Here are just a few other applications for which SPEEDLINER 1000 is used, remember that SPEEDLINER 1000 can also be sprayed as a mobile unit for many of these applications: Boat floors Livestock trailers Utility trailers Hunting vehicles Jeep floors Salt trucks Dump trucks Catering vans City utility trucks Patio decks Airport baggage tractors & trailers Custom audio speaker cabinets Offshore shipping containers Top-coating other spray bed liners which may be torn or faded Fire trucks Furthermore, as a SPEEDLINER 1000 dealer, you ll have access to hundreds of polymer and coating products listed on our website, giving you even greater profit potential. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 10

11 PRODUCT COMPARISON Speedliner 1000 Speedliner 400 Speedliner 500 Speedliner 600 Speedliner 700 Description For small to medium jobs, unmatched strength advantage, excellent UV, longer cure time For small to medium jobs, good strength, fair UV, 30 second cure time For medium to large jobs, fair UV, 30 second cure time For small to medium jobs, good strength, excellent UV, 30 second cure time For medium to large jobs, good strength, excellent UV, 30 second cure time Tensile Strength 4,700 psi 1,306 psi 1,306 psi 2,033 psi 2,033 psi Tear Strength 865 psi 573 psi 865 psi 865 psi 523 psi Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont Additive Yes n-skid Additives Yes Colors Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes UV Stable Excellent Fair Fair Excellent Excellent Equipment Hopper Gun Pressure Pot Cartridge Gun Graco E-10 Graco EXP-1 Cartridge Gun Graco E-10 Graco EXP-1 Wire Trim Tape Yes Shore Hardness 90 Shore A 90 Shore A 50 Shore D 45 Shore D 50 Shore D Dry to Touch 2 Hrs 30 Seconds 30 Seconds 30 Seconds 30 Seconds 80% Cured 1 Day 12 Hrs 12 Hrs 12 Hrs 12 Hrs Full Cure 3 Days 1 Day 1 Day 1 Day 1 Day Packaging Price Per Gallon 1-Gallon Can $$ 5-Gallon Pail 55-Gallon Drum 250-Gallon Totes $ 5-Gallon Pail 55-Gallon Drum $ 5-Gallon Pail 55-Gallon Drum 250-Gallon Totes $$$ 5-Gallon Pail 55-Gallon Drum $$$ All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 11 Kevlar is a registered trademark of DuPont

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13 PREPARATION OF PAINTED METAL SURFACE 1For other surface preparations, refer to Appendix. Sanding Make sure that the metal is properly sanded. This can be achieved by several methods. We have found that a sanding brush or nylon cup brush works best and fastest for most areas. Use a high-speed nylon cup brush (available direct from us) or use #80 grit sandpaper or rougher. Do not sand to bare metal. You can also use a braided wire brush on a hand held grinder. For taped edges and tight areas you will find sanding by hand is best. It is not necessary to remove the painted surface entirely, but you do want to make sure the surface is rough enough to enhance adhesion. Important: Make sure bed is thoroughly scuffed to ensure a solid and lasting bond. Wipedown After sanding the surface and blowing it out with an air tool, you must wipe down the metal with Methyl Ethyl Keytone (M.E.K.) or acetone. This serves a dual purpose of cleaning the surface by removing any dust, grease, or wax; and the M.E.K. or acetone will soften the remaining paint to strengthen the bond of SL It is important to use clean cloth rags (free from any oil or grease) when wiping the truck beds down so that there is no chance of contamination. Important: We recommend using M.E.K. or acetone over all other prep solvents to wipe down the bed because of its strength and ability to create the strongest bond possible. Always use chemical resistant gloves and a respirator when using M.E.K. or acetone. Masking When installing a truck bed liner, it is important to cover the entire vehicle with plastic, paper or tarps to prevent any overspray from getting on the vehicle. Any type of masking tape may be used. Remove tape immediately after spraying to ensure straight lines, waiting too long can cause an uneven or jagged edge. Masking Tips: For easier masking and unmasking, remove the tailgate and spray separately. Don t forget to mask between the cab and the bed as shown in the video. PRIMER/ADHESION PROMOTER 2Mixing Primer When mixing the primer, it is imperative that the A-side and B-side be mixed in equal volume. A 1:1 ratio is the only way the primer will function properly. You may tint the B-side primer slightly by using a few drops of black pigment to help as a visual reference on light colored surfaces. The approximate amount of primer needed for a truck bed is 450 to 500 ml. Important: If the primer is mixed off-ratio, SL-1000 will not properly bond. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 13

14 Applying Primer Primer 450 can be applied with a cup gun, high volume/low-pressure (HVLP) gun or by hand with a paintbrush. It is important not to puddle the primer but to only coat evenly. If Primer 450 runs or sags, smooth out with your finger and let that area dry longer before coating with SL You can begin applying SL-1000 after 30 minutes if temperature is above 70 F. You must wait longer under cooler temperatures. When all of the tackiness of the primer is gone, it is ready to be sprayed with SL Do not wait more than 4 hours. After 4 hours you must apply another coat of primer. Important: It is important that you get an even coat throughout the surface to be coated. Primer 450 is not UV stable and will yellow if exposed to the sun, so be sure to cover all primer with SL A self-etching primer should be used before the Primer 450 on aluminum, galvanized steel, or any other bare metal. A self-etching primer can also be applied with a standard high volume/low pressure (HVLP) paint gun or with a paintbrush. Mix the self-etching primer according to instructions on label. Make sure to also refer to label instructions on drying time for the self-etching primer. te: See Appendix A for primer requirements for all surfaces. 3 MIXING OF SL-1000 KEVLAR BRAND FIBER BY DUPONT into A-side Mix the Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont, into the A-side of SL-1000 until it is completely mixed into the urethane. It should have a smooth consistency without lumps. You should have a drill with a minimum of 2,500 rpm when mixing Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont into SL-1000 otherwise you will not mix properly and lumps will appear while you are spraying. If you have trouble with lumps, a faster drill should solve the problem. While mixing, keep blades of jiffy mixer clean and submerged in the material. For best results, use only 1 bag of Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont per gallon. Color pigment into B-side It is best to use colors provided by Industrial Polymers, Inc. Add color into B-can and shake for approximately 10 seconds. Use one tube of color (4 oz.) per mixed gallon of SL Only put colorant in B-side when you are ready to mix a gallon. For custom colors, PPG colorants are usually best. Use single stage basecoats only, with no additives such as balancers, binders or clear coats. Important: Do not use more than 4 oz. of color or this will cause the urethane to have a creamy effect and will affect the cure process of the bed liner. Remember: Do not apply colors that are lighter than our stock samples unless you use our top coat system (see page 11). Mixing SL-1000 After mixing color into the B-side, pour the B-side into the A-side can. Mix the material using a drill and a jiffy mixer. When using the Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont, mix the gallon of material for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes. When not using Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont, you should mix the material for 45 to 60 seconds. Once mixed, you will have approximately minutes to spray the gallon. Important: DO NOT OVERMIX! This will cause the material to be very liquid and make it difficult to spray on a vertical surface without runs or sags. If the material becomes too thick in the can or the hopper, you need to mix longer. Take a stir stick and agitate material until it becomes more fluid. Kevlar is a registered trademark of DuPont All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 14

15 4 SL-1000 APPLICATION PROCESS Using the hopper gun The hopper fits directly onto the pistol with the handle forward, thereby allowing you to spray downward without worrying about spillage. Do not use rubber neck attachment. The knob at the back of the pistol allows you to control product flow by regulating the trigger. At the butt end of the gun there is an elbow joint and an air control valve. These attachments keep the air hose behind and out of the way of the applicator and regulate airflow, respectively. Three spray tips come with the gun. For most applications you will use the medium tip (6mm). A variety of textures can be achieved with the medium tip. Additionally, the product flows quickly whereby a thick, high-build pass can be applied quickly and efficiently. The medium tip is recommended when spraying SL-1000 with Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont. Use this tip to apply thick coats to truck beds, trailers and any other job where you need a high-build rubber coating. The small tip (4mm) should be used when you need a smoother finish or when you are trying to achieve a thinner coat. This tip restricts the product flow and allows you to cover more surface area at a thinner mil thickness. Re-coating other liners and applying vehicle rocker panels are two common applications for the small tip. NOTE: It will take you longer to spray with the 4mm tip - 10 minutes per gallon with the 4mm tip vs. 5 minutes per gallon with the 6mm tip. The large tip (8mm) is only recommended when spraying SL-1000 with non-skid fillers such as aluminum oxide grit, rubber crumb, or sand. However, be very careful not to spray too heavily with this tip. The product will flow very, very fast. Go easy with the trigger to restrict the flow. Remember, when the valve is open - the airflow is constant. The trigger only releases product. Control product flow with size of tip and volume control knob at the back of the pistol. Higher air pressure, smaller tip, and less trigger, means more atomization and smoother texture. Spray with an air pressure of 90 to 100 psi at the gun. To attain a rough texture (all else being equal), allow more product flow with less airflow. To attain a smoother texture (all else being equal), allow less product flow with more airflow. Spraying SL-1000 To properly assemble the gun, remove one of the two brackets from the rubber boot and attach hopper directly to gun. Attach the hopper with handle facing forward. It is very important to tighten the bracket so the hopper does not separate from gun. The initial coat should be sprayed wet and smooth. Set your air pressure at psi at the gun. When spraying SL-1000 with Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont, a little more pressure is needed. Set pressure at psi. Begin application of SL-1000 on the front wall near the cab of the truck. Next, with the sides and wheel wells, then moving onto the floor. On 8-foot long bed trucks, 2 gallons should be used on the front and sidewalls. Spray 3 gallons on floor and tailgate. On a 6-foot short bed truck, 1-1/2 gallons should be used on the front and side walls and 2-1/2 gallons should be used on the floor and tailgate. Remember on each truck to reserve 1/3 to 1/2 of the last gallon for texturing. Remove your masking materials soon after you have finished spraying. Any unwanted overspray can be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol, if tended to right away. The more time overspray has to cure, the more difficult it is to remove. Important: Initial coat must be a wet coat. Spraying too far away on your initial coat may result in pinholes. This will allow moisture onto the metal and could cause rusting and delamination. See video or video transcript for other spray technique tips. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 15 Kevlar is a registered trademark of DuPont

16 - FRONT/SIDE WALL AREAS - BED/TAILGATE AREA Curing of SL-1000 SL-1000 becomes dry to the touch in about 2 hours. SL-1000 will be capable of light use after 24 hours. Full cure takes 3 to 5 days. If the liner is exposed to cold weather (32 F or lower), it may take 7 to 10 days for a full cure, depending on temperature. For the first 6 hours the truck needs to be in an environment of 70 F or greater. If the bed liner is exposed to cold temperature too soon it may cause hairline cracking. The truck must also be kept out of the rain for the first 4 hours, to avoid blistering. Warmer temperatures will speed up the curing process. Colder temperatures slow the process down. Do not use extreme heat (over 110 F) to cure the liner. For truck beds, the tailgate needs to remain down for the first 24 hours after being sprayed. 5 TECHNICAL DATA Storage The SL-1000 containers should be kept sealed and stored in a cool, dry area protected from direct sunlight and moisture. Storage temperatures should not exceed 80 F or cold temperatures below 60 F. The shelf life of factory sealed containers stored under these conditions is one year. The resin portion (A-side) will crystallize when exposed to temperatures below 40 F and the curative portion (B-side) may crystallize when exposed to temperatures below 20 F. This does not harm the components; however, the resin components should be warmed to F, the curative component to room temperature and each component mixed well before using. The components should not be overheated and should be cooled to room temperature before mixing together. After long-term storage, it is a good idea to stir each component before adding them together. SL-1000 components are shipped from the factory in sealed containers purged with dry nitrogen. Containers that have been opened should be resealed immediately after material has been removed in order to prevent moisture contamination and solvent evaporation. Resin component containers must be purged with dry nitrogen if the contents are not used within 24 hours. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 16

17 Safety Vapors from SL-1000 contain isocyanates and solvents. Forced air ventilation must be used for all indoor applications. When working in tanks and other closed vessels or down stream from the spray gun, fresh air breathing equipment should be worn. Chemical cartridge masks suitable for organic vapors may be used under conditions with adequate ventilation. Protective clothing should be worn at all times. Both resin and curative components contain flammable solvents and should be protected from sparks and open flames. 6 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Typical properties of SL-1000 cured at ambient temperatures are shown below: Tensile Strength (ASTM D-412)...4,700 psi Tear Strength (ASTM D-624, Die C) lbs./in. Elongation (ASTM D-412)...570% Hardness, Durometer A...92 Shore A Flammability (FMVSS 302)...Zero Burn Rate UV Strength (Weather Testing) % Gloss Retention after 2,000 Hrs. PH Range...6 to 72 F (Higher Temps closer to 7) SL-1000 is NOT approved for potable water or FDA regulated applications. TOPCOAT PRODUCTS FROM 7 INDUSTRIAL POLYMERS Topcoats from Industrial Polymers can further enhance SL-1000 s capabilities. Topcoat #6 and Topcoat #9 provide three principle benefits. First, they increase chemical resistance. If SL-1000 will be exposed to strong chemicals and/or solvents, one of our Topcoat products will enhance its performance. Second, both Topcoat products enhance gloss. If a SL-1000 job requires a super glossy finish, you can use either Topcoat #6 or #9 to add shine. Finally, the Topcoats have excellent color retention and are perfect for attaining colors that are difficult for SL Light colors, such as white and silver, can be sprayed if Topcoat over SL-1000 is used. Also, automotive colors containing large amounts of pearl and/or metallic flake can be added to Topcoat to reach a beautiful color match for tricky colors. ALWAYS ADD PIGMENT TO TOPCOAT. Mix a ratio of 1:1 by volume. Topcoat can be thinned with Toluleyne up to 20%. For best results, mix 4 oz. of color to 1/2 quart B-side and mix thoroughly. Add 1/2 quart of A-side to B-side with added color and mix with stir stick. Topcoats are easy to apply using a HVLP paint gun, brush, or roller. When applying Topcoat to fresh SL-1000, let SL-1000 cure for at least 6 hours but no more than 24 hours. Then apply Topcoat - no primer is needed. Older coatings should be lightly sanded, wiped down with M.E.K. or acetone, and primed with Primer 450. Use Topcoat #6 for most jobs. Topcoat #9 should be used for surfaces with extra flexibility. NOTE: See Topcoat Tech Data Sheets for more details. Remember to always apply color when using TopCoat #6 or #9. Do not spray clear. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 17

18 8 MARKETING PACKS With each Speedliner order containing 8 gallons or more, you will automatically receive our most effective promotional pieces for FREE! Each marketing pack includes: THESE TOOLS DRIVE SALES! 20 Brochures 10 Logo Decals 10 Mirror Hangars The number of free packs you receive are based on your order. Here s how it works: SPEEDLINER Gallons Purchased FREE Marketing Packs Take full advantage of these powerful sales tools and watch your sales reach new heights! For more selling ideas, contact Bearcat Industries at *Program, items, and quantities subject to change without notice. Single case orders not included in program. 9 SL-1000 HIGH PROFILE NON-SKID SL-1000 can be made into a greatly enhanced non-skid, high profile coating for walk and work areas by simply adding sand, aluminum oxide grit or rubber crumb. 1. Pour all of component A into a plastic 2 to 5 gallon pail. 2. Add one quart of #3 sandblasting sand or one quart of #16 aluminum oxide grit, or rubber crumb. Use sandblasting quality sand as it is absolutely dry. To measure, use a glass measuring cup. 3. Mix for 1 minute with jiffy mixer. 4. Keep stirring and add component B with color to this mixture until it gels - approximately another seconds. 5. Once material has gelled, stop stirring. The grit will remain evenly suspended in the material. 6. Using the 6mm or 8mm tip, spray using about pounds of air pressure. 7. Apply non-skid from waist high. The object is to evenly distribute the texture. Applying too heavy will bury the grit, diminishing its non-skid capabilities. NOTE: Spray first coat smooth to avoid pinholes. Pinholes will allow moisture to penetrate coating and cause rust and delamination. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 18

19 10 SL-1000 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REPAIR FUTURE SOLUTION PREVENTION Damaged cans due to shipping. Mishandling during shipping. Report to Industrial Polymers at the time of delivery. (Report all claims within 30 days.) N/A Lid will not come off Part A can. Excess resin in seam of the lid has hardened. Use can opener to remove lid or turn over and remove bottom. Please notify Bearcat if problem persists. Material does not gel in can. Material is too cold or too warm. Slowly bring material to room temperature. Keep in mind that once the material is mixed, you have approximately minutes to spray the gallon. You must discard the material if you go beyond this time limit. Refer to Section 5- Storage, of this Reference Guide. Overmixed. Options are to spray material on the horizontal areas of the surface or discard material. Refer to Section 3- Mixing SL-1000, of this Reference Guide. Too much pigment. Options are to spray material on the horizontal areas of the surface or discard material. Refer to Section 3- Color pigment into B-side, of this Reference Guide. Wrong pigment base. Discard SL-1000 with wrong pigment base and mix a new gallon with proper pigment base. Use Speedliner pigments, PPG pigments, or other automotive pigments (pure pigment only). Pigment looks coarse and uneven while mixing. Wrong pigment base. Check pigment base. Contact Bearcat for clarification. Use Speedliner pigments, PPG pigments, or other automotive pigments (pure pigment only). Material has inconsistent color or spots on surface. Jiffy Mixer is not clean. Within 24 hours of original spray, spray surface area with Top Coat #6 or SL After 24 hours of original spray, spray surface area with Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time and then spray with Top Coat #6 or SL Clean blades on jiffy mixer after each use and refer to Section 3- Color pigment into B- side, of this Reference Guide. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 19

20 PROBLEM CAUSE REPAIR FUTURE SOLUTION PREVENTION Large areas of inconsistent color on surface. Pigment has settled at the bottom of B-side. Within 24 hours of original spray, spray surface area with Top Coat #6 or SL After 24 hours of original spray, spray surface area with Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time and then spray with Top Coat #6 or SL Properly mix color into B-side and immediately mix with A-side. Material runs. Initial coat sprayed is too thick. Use paint brush to brush out initial coat and respray SL Spray SL-1000 in even coats to build thickness. Material in hopper is too thin. Use paint brush to brush out initial coat and respray SL Refer to Material does not gel, of this Troubleshooting section. Primer is not dry. Use paint brush to brush out initial coat and respray SL Refer to Section 2- Applying Primer, of this Reference Guide. Material too coarse. Air pressure too low. Within 24 hours of original spray, use 4mm tip and respray SL If more than 24 hours of original spray, you will need to reapply Primer 450. Refer to Section 4- Spraying SL-1000, of this Reference Guide and to the spraying demonstration on the SL-1000 DVD. Too far away from surface. Within 24 hours of original spray, use 4mm tip and respray SL If more than 24 hours of original spray, you will need to reapply Primer 450. Refer to Section 4- Spraying SL-1000, of this Reference Guide and to the spraying demonstration on the SL-1000 DVD. Too fast with spray pass. Within 24 hours of original spray, use 4mm tip and respray SL If more than 24 hours of original spray, you will need to reapply Primer 450. Refer to Section 4- Spraying SL-1000, of this Reference Guide and to the spraying demonstration on the SL-1000 DVD. When removing tape, material does not pull evenly. Material is too dry. Clean edges with cotton fabric and rubbing alcohol. It is best to remove tape immediately, especially when using Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 20 Kevlar is a registered trademark of DuPont

21 PROBLEM CAUSE REPAIR FUTURE SOLUTION PREVENTION Coating still soft next day or several days later. Too cold. Pigment type. Allow liner to cure at 65 F or higher. Allow variance in curing time by pigment color. Heat spray area to cure at 65 F or higher. Red, Dark Green, Blues, and Grays are slower to cure in cold temperatures. Ratio problem. Remove SL-1000 and respray SL Contact Bearcat for clarification. Refer to Section 3- Mixing of SL-1000, of this Reference Guide. Hairline cracking. Too cold while curing. Clean surface area with M.E.K., reprimer with Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Respray a thin coat of SL-1000 with the 4mm tip on the hopper gun. Heat spray area to 65 F or higher. Too much material layered too quickly. Clean surface area with M.E.K., reprimer with Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Respray a thin coat of SL-1000 with the 4mm tip on the hopper gun. Spray SL-1000 in even coats to build thickness. Cured liner blisters. Water or other contaminants. Cut out blisters. Feather down edges with nylon cup brush. Spray area with Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time and spray SL Check air filter and air compressor for moisture. Primer not dry. Cut out blisters. Feather down edges with nylon cup brush. Spray area with Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time and spray SL Refer to Section 2- Applying Primer, of this Reference Guide. Corner or edge of liner lifts up. Improper sanding and/or no primer. Resand, wipe with M.E.K., and glue down lifted area with multipurpose super glue. Make sure edges are always well sanded and that Primer 450 is applied to all corners and edges. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 21

22 11 APPENDIX Surface Preparation WOOD Surface must be dry. Clean surface with M.E.K. or acetone. Brush or roll on Primer 450. Allow 45 minutes drying time. Spray on SL PAINTED METAL SURFACE Sand with nylon cup brush. Clean surface with M.E.K. or acetone. Spray on Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Spray on SL CONCRETE Surface must be dry. Clean surface with M.E.K. or acetone. Brush or roll on Primer 450. Allow 45 minutes drying time. Spray on SL GALVANIZED STEEL OR BARE METAL Sand with nylon cup brush. Clean surface with M.E.K. or acetone. Spray on self-etching primer. Refer to label instructions on drying time. Spray on Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Spray on SL STAINLESS STEEL Sand with nylon cup brush. Clean surface with M.E.K. or acetone. Spray on self-etching primer. Refer to label instructions on drying time. Spray on Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Spray on SL ALUMINUM Sand with nylon cup brush. Degrease with M.E.K. or acetone. Spray on self-etching primer. Refer to label instructions on drying time. Spray on Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Spray on SL OLD URETHANE Scuff lightly with nylon cup brush. Clean surface with M.E.K. or acetone. Spray on Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Spray on SL POLY-ETHYLENE DO NOT APPLY! STYRENE - fiberglass Sand with nylon cup brush. Clean surface with M.E.K. or acetone. Spray on Primer 450. Allow 30 minutes drying time. Spray on SL A.B.S. PLASTIC Call Bearcat Industries for instructions, CERAMIC TILE - unglazed Roll on saline wash. Allow 15 minutes drying time. Roll on Primer 450. Allow 45 minutes drying time. Spray on SL CERAMIC TILE - glazed DO NOT APPLY! NOTE: To ensure Primer 450 is ready to be sprayed with SL-1000, tacky feel should be completely gone. This will ensure proper adhesion. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 22

23 SPEEDLINER SPRAY SYSTEMS FROM HOPPER GUN TO HIGH PRESSURE AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN HOPPER GUN Low to Medium Volume used with SL-1000 Inexpensive equipment Easy clean up Very low maintenance Great for mobile applications CARTRIDGE GUN Medium to High Volume used with SL-400 or SL-600 Inexpensive equipment for plural 1:1 coatings VOC Low maintenance NO clean up SPEEDLINER PRESSURE POT Medium to High Volume used with SL-1000, Styrospray 1000, or Truekote CS-150S Paint gun sprayer for hard to reach areas Sprays 2 gallons at a time Great for mobile applications AIRLESS SPRAY RIG Medium to High Volume used with Truekote CS-150 or Styrospray 1000 Conventional equipment Low maintenance Rentals available at your local equipment rental companies All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 23

24 E-10 LOW PRESSURE Medium to High volume used with SL-400 or SL-600 Low maintenance Mobile electric unit Able to spray with gallon hoppers or 55-gallon drums E-XP-1 High volume used with SL-500 or SL-700 Medium price range Capable of spraying 1 gal./min. Able to spray from 55-gallon drums or 250-gallon totes Complete mobile unit E-XP-2 High volume used with SL-500 or SL-700 Higher price range Capable of spraying 2 gal./min. Able to spray from 55-gallon drums or 250-gallon totes Complete mobile unit Visit /equipment for more details and set-up information. Call (800) ext.103 for pricing information. Choose the system that's right for you All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 24

25 SPEEDLINER 1000 HOPPER GUN INDUSTRIAL & MANUFACTURING PACKAGE PRICING INVENTORY 6 CASE PACKAGE 24 GAL of SPEEDLINER 1000 (Black) 8 QT of Primer Bags of Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont 5 GAL of MEK 10 CASE PACKAGE 15 CASE PACKAGE 40 GAL of SPEEDLINER 1000 (Black) 8 QT of Primer Bags of Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont 5 GAL of MEK 60 GAL of SPEEDLINER 1000 (Black) 16 QT of Primer Bags of Kevlar brand fiber by DuPont 10 GAL of MEK EQUIPMENT Hopper Gun Jiffy Mixer Cleaning Brush Nylon Cup Brush Hopper Gun Jiffy Mixer Cleaning Brush Nylon Cup Brush Hopper Gun Jiffy Mixer Cleaning Brush Nylon Cup Brush PRICE $2, $2, $4, Color Package Upgrade (Optional): $ Tubes each of Charcoal Gray, Emerald Green, Indigo Blue, and Red Pigments Color Package Upgrade Included: 5 Tubes each of Charcoal Gray, Emerald Green, Indigo Blue, and Red Pigments Acceptable Payment Methods: American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, Cashier s Check and/or Money Orders. Shipping is not included and may take 5 to 7 days for delivery. Updated as of April Please contact Bearcat Industries to verify pricing. Texas companies are subject to the appropriate Sales Tax. All original graphics, text, underlying source code and other material on this document are copyright or its content and technology providers. All rights reserved. Modification, distribution, or republication of any element without the prior written permission of is strictly prohibited. 25 Kevlar is a registered trademark of DuPont