·R59 · Vaal Triangle · JHB SouthThe foundation of every coating system. Zinc-rich, pure epoxy and etch primers from Jotun — engineered to extend asset life by decades.
In industrial environments, corrosion isn't a cosmetic issue — it's a structural problem. Rust weakens steel, causes equipment failure and leads to expensive downtime. The right primer system prevents this by acting as a barrier between steel and moisture.
A cheap primer might save money upfront but fail in 2–3 years. A professional-grade system like Jotun's zinc-rich or pure epoxy primers can protect for 10, 15, even 20 years.
Typical service life of a properly applied primer + topcoat system.
Standard dry film thickness per coat for zinc-rich primers.
Surface prep standards we'll help you specify for the job.
High-performance zinc-rich epoxy primers for structural steel in aggressive environments. The zinc particles provide cathodic protection, while the epoxy resin delivers excellent adhesion and chemical resistance — the industry standard for fabrication shops, bridges and offshore.
ApplicationsStructural steel, fabrication, bridges, offshore platforms, automotive undercarriage
Solvent-based pure epoxy primers offering superior adhesion and moisture resistance. JOTACOTE F60 is engineered for cryogenic service down to −196°C; PENGUARD is the versatile two-component primer used across industrial maintenance.
ApplicationsCryogenic, industrial maintenance, storage tanks, piping, structural steel
A single-component wash primer that chemically etches the steel surface for exceptional adhesion on blast-cleaned or hand-cleaned steel. Perfect for shop primers and urgent maintenance work where blast access is limited.
ApplicationsShop primers, touch-ups, urgent maintenance, hand-prepped steel
For most structural steel, start with BARRIER 80 or RESIST 86 — they deliver the best all-round protection. For cryogenic work, JOTACOTE F60 is essential. For urgent repairs and minimal surface prep, JOTA-ETCH is the answer. Not sure? Send us your spec and we'll recommend the system.
Same-day pickup on R59. Next-day delivery to the Vaal Triangle & JHB South. Expert technical support included.
