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Specialized Coating Systems is a proudly South African coatings manufacturer serving mining, construction, infrastructure, and industrial markets since 1997.
Nearly three decades of formulation and manufacturing expertise have produced one of the country's most comprehensive product portfolios — spanning industrial protective coatings, high-performance floor systems, waterproofing membranes, road and line markings, sport surfaces, aerosols, and architectural finishes. All developed and manufactured locally using proprietary technologies proven across thousands of projects.
From surface preparation and equipment through to final coat and ongoing technical support — we deliver complete coating solutions, tailored to your specification.
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By Industry
ABRASIVE MEDIA
GMA Abrasive Media
GMA loose particles or granular materials used in sandblasting, shot peening, and tumbling to shape, clean, smooth, or etch surface materials. Driven by compressed air, water, or centrifugal force, the media strikes a target surface to strip rust, paint, and contaminants, or to alter surface texture.
AEROSOLS
Professional spray coatings for every industry
Over 200 RAL colours and 10 locally manufactured sub-ranges developed for automotive, mining, engineering, fabrication, and industrial maintenance. The range includes AEROPAINT® colour-matched topcoats, AERO2K® chemical-resistant 2-component systems, AEROHEAT® high-temperature coatings, AEROCOAT® zinc protection, AEROMARK® marking paints, and dedicated cleaning, priming, and inspection aerosols. Every formula is developed and filled in-house, giving us direct control over colour accuracy, consistency, and performance across the full range.
ARCHITECTURAL & DECORATIVE
Interior & exterior coatings for construction & renovation
Locally formulated coatings for residential, commercial, and public spaces — covering wall paints, ceiling coatings, door & trim enamels, roof coatings, anti-graffiti protection, anti-microbial coatings, and cementitious repair compounds. The range is designed and tested in our own laboratory for South African conditions, serving new construction and renovation across housing, commercial property, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and public infrastructure. Technical support is available from formulation through to on-site application guidance.
FLOOR COATINGS
High-performance systems for any floor environment
A full flooring system from a single manufacturer — primers, screeds, repair systems, and finish coats including epoxy, polyurethane, polyaspartic, MMA, coloured quartz, lithium densifiers, and acrylic floor coatings. Paired with application equipment and testing instruments from our equipment division, projects can be specified, supplied, and supported end-to-end. Engineered for warehouses, factories, food processing plants, retail spaces, commercial offices, and residential garages where chemical resistance, heavy traffic durability, and rapid turnaround matter.
INDUSTRIAL PROTECTIVE COATINGS
Protecting assets in harsh & demanding environments
Protective coating systems for steel, concrete, and infrastructure — formulated and manufactured locally with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified processes. The range covers corrosion protection systems, zinc-rich primers, acid & chemical-resistant linings, fire protection intumescents, high-temperature coatings, pipeline protection, military & defence coatings, and MRO maintenance solutions. Every system is performance-tested in our laboratory and supported with full technical specifications, application procedures, and on-site guidance for mining, petrochemical, power generation, marine, water treatment, manufacturing, and defence environments.
PLAYGROUNDS
Inspiring the next generation
PLASTIFORM® Play preformed thermoplastic playground markings and SafetyPlay® soft-bounce rubber flooring — designed, manufactured, and exported from South Africa. PLASTIFORM® Play pre-cut designs include educational games, activity zones, symbols, and custom layouts that are 6-8 times more durable than paint, require no specialist equipment to install, and are available with anti-slip aggregate for safety compliance. SafetyPlay® flooring provides impact-absorbing surfaces for jungle gyms, climbing frames, and play equipment zones where fall-height safety standards apply. Currently installed in schools and recreational facilities across South Africa, Australia, and growing international markets.
SPORT SURFACES
Coatings for courts, pools & athletic facilities
Coating systems for courts, pools, and athletic surfaces — supplied as complete systems with primers, body coats, and line-marking products from one source. The range includes acrylic sport court coatings for tennis, basketball, and netball, rubber crumb systems for multi-sport areas, and pool-safe coatings for swimming pool renovation. Application equipment and technical support available for schools, sports clubs, municipal facilities, hotels, and residential projects.
TRAFFIC MARKINGS
Marking systems for roads, parking, airports & facilities
One of the most comprehensive traffic marking ranges available from a single supplier. From PLASTIFORM® Traffic preformed thermoplastics and hot-applied thermoplastic to MMA cold plastics, water-based cold plastics, road marking paints, reflective glass beads, road studs, stencils, and preformed symbols — covering roads, highways, airports, parking lots, warehouses, cycle lanes, and indoor factory markings. The full range is backed by primers, repair systems, adhesives, application equipment from partners including Graco, and retro-reflectivity testing instruments — so projects can be specified, applied, and quality-verified from a single source.
WATERPROOFING
When leaks aren't an option
Liquid-applied membranes, torch-on bituminous sheet membranes, elastomeric coatings, and waterproofing primers — locally manufactured and formulated for southern African climatic conditions. Designed for roofs, balconies, basements, foundations, bathrooms, and water containment structures across new construction and remedial applications. Technical datasheets, application guides, and specification support available for contractors, applicators, and specifiers.
Wood & Furniture
Professional finishing systems for manufacturers & craftsmen
A complete wood finishing system from primer to topcoat — acid catalysed, nitrocellulose, and polyurethane lacquers (waterborne and solventborne), wood stains, oils, fillers, and surface preparation products. Formulated locally for furniture manufacturers, joiners, kitchen makers, and shopfitters working with MDF, solid wood, and veneer. Supported by spray equipment solutions and technical guidance on system selection, application methods, and production line optimisation.
Equipment
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surface preparation is a critical step in the painting and coating process, directly impacting the performance & appearance of the final finish. Browse our range of specialized tools to help you clean, restore & prepare surfaces to ensure long lasting results in your project.
APPLICATION TOOLS
Having the right application tools/equipment for your business or project is essential for productivity, and getting the best or correct finish. Whether applying smooth or textured paints, pumping, mixing & spraying mortars, spraying screeds, applying foams/polyurea or road markings, we have the equipment to get you over the finish line.
TESTING & INSPECTION
Reliable tools for testing environmental conditions, identifying surface readiness and ensuring coating quality & consistency across your project. Incorporating the correct testing & inspection tools into your process ensures a professional finish that meets both aesthetic & performance standards.
SUPPORT ACCESSORIES
Helpful accessories, tools & equipment to facilitate operator safety, manage fluid transfer, keep equipment running efficiently and keep your project running smoothly.
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Playgrounds
TRANSFORM YOUR PLAYGROUND
Create bright, exciting, and safe playground spaces that encourage active play and learning. With premium playground markings and safety flooring, you can help nurture young minds and build environments where the next generation can thrive.
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