However, in comparison to conventional oven-cured polyurethane systems, aspartic coatings show weaknesses – particularly reduced flexibility under thermal or long-term stress. As part of a scientific study, the potential to improve the flexibility of a one-coat aspartic system by adding hydroxyl-functional binders was investigated. These tests were complemented by time-resolved IR spectroscopy to analyse the reaction kinetics between polyols and aspartic esters. “Coatings Formulation” is your must-read if you are familiar with the basics of chemistry and wish to fully dive into the field of paints and coatings formulation! This study makes a practice-relevant contribution to the development of high-performance, one-coat aspartic systems for corrosion protection at room temperature.