PolyTech Industrial Services Polystone 40 for Golf Bunkers

Poly-Tech Industrial Services Polystone 40 for Golf Bunkers Steve Church, Sam O’Neill

Presentation Overview �Brief Background to Poly-tech �Polystone 40 Soil Stabilisation �Questions

Who are we? For over 25 years Poly-Tech has provided practical solutions for the preparation, repair & protection of concrete against the corrosive effects associated with business process. We strive to be a trusted partner in the industry and vigorously promote the use of greener & sustainable product alternatives.

Industries �Food Processing �Healthcare �Mining/Oil & Gas �Automotive �Municipal �Dairy �Marine �Stadia �Petro Chemical �Beverage Processing �Structural Steel �Industrial �Retail �Commercial �Supermarkets �Wineries

What is a Polyurethane? �Formed by the reaction of a polyisocyanate and a polyol �When polyisocyanate reacts with water it joins with another polyisocyanate and releases carbon dioxide causing expansion. �Can be supplied as SINGLE or TWO part formulations.

Characteristics of Polyurethane? �Excellent Adhesion �Outstanding hydrolytic �Wide range of formulation capability and chemical resistance �Adjustable reactivity �Little to no odor during and after application �Easy to apply or install

Polystone 40 SOIL STABILIZATION GOLF BUNKERS

Polystone 40 �The Permanent Bunker Solution to Australia! �Developed in the USA, first used in 1997 for golf course bunkers, Polystone® can eliminate the need for you to replace fabric liners ever again! �Poly-Tech now brings this fantastic product to the Australian Market.

GENERAL CONCEPT �A low viscosity, single-component polyurethane is applied to the bunker where it reacts and binds the soil particles to increase strength and eliminate instability.

Basic Approach 1. Remove Sand from Bunker; Cut, Shape & Smooth Bunker as Desired

2. Spread 10 mm of fresh sand into the bunker without covering the drains

3. Spray apply with a simple water pump, garden hose & spray nozzle

4. Allow Polystone® to cure for 24 hours; add New Sand to Bunker

Finished Polystone 40 Bunker

Polystone® & Traditional Golf Bunker After a Major Downfall of Rain Polystone® Bunker Minimal Maintenance work to restore Bunker after Rain Traditional Bunker Major Maintenance work to restore bunker after rain

Benefits of Polystone 40 Easy To Apply - Simple equipment required; water pump, garden hose, spray nozzle or watering can - Low Viscosity Material - Single Component Material no mixing required Reduces Bunker Contamination - No stones working up from base - No dirt from sidewalls • Stops Sidewall Erosion - Clean Edges - No collapse of steep sidewalls • Reduces Drainage Contamination - No Dirt or Silt getting into the drains - No Fabric to Snag - No pins or staples to replace - No fabric to rebury • Improves Aesthetics - Stops stones from migrating up from base - Stops discolouration from sidewall erosion - Stops silt plugging of drains • Reduces Maintenance - No stones to remove - Use bunker rakes with no snagging - Extends sand life • Maintains Bunker Consistency - Clean Edges - Sand playability remains consistent - Drainage remains consistent

Questions? 4111 Call 08 8346