Zentek Ltd. (ZTEK, Financial) has announced the successful conclusion of a significant project under the Innovative Solutions Canada Testing Stream. The project centered around the development of ZenARMOR, a nano-pigment designed for use in military-grade, chromate-free corrosion protection paint systems tailored for the aerospace industry.
Throughout the testing phases, ZenARMOR was incorporated into commercial aviation paint systems, specifically those without chromates, created by industry leaders PPG and Akzo Nobel. A series of extensive corrosion tests, spanning from September 2023 to July 2024, were conducted following rigorous standards set by ASTM B117 and ASTM D5894. These tests effectively demonstrated that ZenARMOR significantly inhibits corrosion in the aluminum alloy AA2024-T3, a critical material used in the aerospace sector.
Building on this success, Zentek has entered into a new collaborative venture with Jazeera Paints Company, a leading paint manufacturer based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This partnership aims to further explore the integration of ZenARMOR into Jazeera's existing product lines, potentially enhancing their offerings with advanced corrosion resistance capabilities.
