New powder coatings and thermal spray application technologies are improving the fuel efficiency and reducing the environmental impact of modern marine vessels. “Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink…” laments the ancient mariner in the poem of the same name. Though many of us remember this line from our school days, few of us recall the next line, “The very deep did rot.” Even without remembering the text, many of us today would repeat the ancient mariner’s complaints: The water around us is barely fit to drink, and the pollution problem indeed runs deep. Polluted coastal waters cost the world economy more than $12.5 billion dollars annually in death and disease. At least part of the problem stems from the burning of fossil fuels, which account for 80% of the world’s total energy supply. Total world consumption of these fuels is estimated to be the equivalent of 10,000 million tons of oil per year. And the problem is increasing. The world’s emerging economies, like China and India, are expected to double their per capita energy use in the coming decade. It is not surprising that scientists now believe that the burning of these fuels will dramatically alter marine life. It is estimated that the shipping industry uses 350 to 410 million tons of fuel annually, resulting in millions of tons of carbon dioxide emissions. Global emissions of CO2 from shipping are believed to be twice the amounts emitted from aviation. Reducing the amount of fuel used by ships could therefore have a significant impact on pollution, as well as save substantial amounts of money. One way to achieve this goal is to use coatings that prevent the growth of marine organisms. By eliminating the surface resistance caused by the buildup of these organisms on the hulls of marine vessels, such coatings can reduce the amount of fuel needed to propel the vessel. New powder coatings and thermal spraying devices are making it easier and more cost-effective to apply these coatings to today’s marine vessels. Powders in a Polymer Matrix Enlarge this picture Figure 1. These images illustrate test results obtained from the Center for Corrosion and Biofouling Control at the Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL. The test was performed on a series of 4 x 8-in. static immersion panels that were held 3.3 ft (1 m) under the surface in the Indian River Lagoon in Florida from May 24, 2006 to June 1, 2007. The front and back of the control panels was uncoated and exhibited extensive macrofouling from barnacles and tubeworms; the other panels, which remained relatively free of macrofouling, were coated with the new protective powder coating. One such advance is an environmentally safe, self-cleaning, marine vessel hull protective powder coating. Developed for both steel and fiberglass boat bottoms, the coating significantly reduces maintenance costs and fuel consumption caused by marine growth. The polymer/cupric oxide-based coating contains no tributyl tin (TBT) or volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and it does not ablate or wear away. It is estimated that the new marine coating will last five times longer than conventional paints, reducing the need for scraping or repainting the hull. The patent-pending powder coating contains a network of evenly dispersed active cupric oxide and silver ions in a polymer matrix that is fully melted when applied with a proprietary thermal spray process. The polymer matrix serves to hold the cupric oxide in place for years. With conventional paints that contain cupric oxide, the particles closest to the surface quickly ablate, leaving a space so that water gets leverage on the surface of the paint. This ablation is accelerated, limiting coating life. With the new powder coating, the active ingredients are always strongly held and available in the coating, and the coating leaches at less than 1/10 the rate permitted by the EPA, while providing superior protection. Even if there should be some break or “tear” in the coating, a nylon-modified fuse bond epoxy between the hull and coating will maintain the coating’s integrity. To enhance the action of the cupric oxide, the new marine coating has micro-channels in the surface. These micro-channels serve to increase the effective surface area of exposed cupric oxide — like microscopic plastic “fists,” with the fingers tightly holding the copper oxide. Water swirls around the fist and between the fingers, touching copper at many points, but the fist never releases its grip on the copper. “Copper has been used to protect boat coatings for centuries. The secret was to develop a matrix that would hold the copper and silver oxides in place and prevent them from quickly wearing away,” said Andrew Mazzone, president of Xiom Corp. Testing at the Florida Institute of Technology has confirmed the results that can be achieved with the new coating (see Figure 1). Closing the Gap Figure 2. A Kort nozzle provides increased control of the water turbulence passing through it. One other way to reduce the fuel consumption of marine vessels is by improving the hydro-drive device known as a Kort nozzle, which is used on thousands of fishing boats, supply vessels, inland river boats and passenger boats around the world. This nozzle is a cylindrical tube that surrounds a screw propeller and provides increased control of the water turbulence passing through it (see Figure 2). Designed according to the principles of physics regarding fluid velocity, the Kort nozzle has a wide diameter at the intake and is thinnest at the center where the propeller turns. The diameter is also thinner at the outlet than at the inlet so that there is an increase in net velocity and energy of the water flow, leading to greater propeller efficiency. The gap between the propeller blade tips and the nozzle barrel is designed to ensure that the propellers do not come into direct contact with the Kort nozzle barrel due to metal shrinkage or expansion caused by pressure. However, this gap also reduces the amount of thrust available to the vessel. Figure 3. Coating Kort nozzle barrels with a thermally applied spray coating can eliminate the gap between the propeller blade tips and the wall of the Kort nozzle barrel, thereby making the nozzle more efficient. A new thermally applied spray coating and proprietary automated spraying device can be used together to coat Kort nozzle barrels with a thermoplastic composition that reduces the clearance between the propeller blade tips and the interior of the Kort nozzle (see Figure 3). The coating is applied at a minimal thickness over the entire interior of the cylinder. A thicker coating is applied to the area in which the propeller blades rotate, ensuring that the inside diameter of the nozzle is equal to the diameter circumscribed by the blade tips: There is no gap between the propeller blade tips and the wall of the Kort nozzle barrel. A zero-degree gap results in increased pressure and momentum while preventing cavitation (the bubbles that form when a liquid is being pumped), dampening sound and eliminating “blow-by” (unburned fuel and exhaust gases that escape around the piston rings and enter the crankcase, potentially compromising engine performance). The concept is similar to that used in jet engines, where a coating is used to bridge the gap between the jet engine housing and the fan blades. When the coating is applied on the inside surface of a Kort nozzle, the available thrust is increased with no additional energy input. The coating makes the nozzle more efficient, substantially reducing fuel consumption and protecting the structure from corrosion. The coating can be used on both new and used Kort nozzles and can stand up to a concentration of water movement that normally produces severe wear on the inside of the nozzle, which further reduces efficiency. The proprietary thermal spray device designed for coating Kort nozzles uses specialized software and a robotic arc to follow the contour of the wall of the Kort nozzle and remediate concentricity imperfections that may exist as a result of wear or from manufacturing. Kort nozzles are rarely manufactured concentric; machining a perfectly concentric barrel would be time-consuming and expensive. The coating can be applied while the vessel is out of the water and the Kort nozzle is still installed on the vessel, reducing the labor and time associated with removing the nozzle from a vessel to apply the coating. A sea trial recently was conducted on a 75-ft steel fishing boat operating out of New Bedford, MA. The vessel’s 6-ft-diameter Kort nozzle had been coated with the new zero-degree clearance coating. The fuel savings were approximately 16%. The vessel’s normal fuel consumption averaged 510 gallons per day at 4.3 knots pulling a drag line. With the modified Kort nozzle, the vessel averaged 430 gallons of fuel per day pulling a drag line at 5 knots against a 35 knot wind. According to Charlie Quinn, captain of the vessel, “Usually the gap is ¾-1 in. between the blade and nozzle. We took the Xiom coating and spray welded it onto the nozzle and got the gap down to ¼ in. We saved 15-20% on fuel and got more thrust with less rpm, as well as less wear and tear on the engine shaft for the boat’s first trip. Because we’ll be using less fuel, we’ll be able to travel farther and spend more time out on the water.” Cleaner Waters Advanced powder coatings and application technologies are providing new levels of performance, economy and safety in the marine industry. Boat and ship owners can now enjoy reduced maintenance and fuel costs, and all of us can look forward to cleaner waters.

West Babylon, Suffolk County

With NYSERDA co-funding, Xiom Corp. developed a thermal spray technology to apply plastic and metal materials in powder form for protection, wear, and process improvement in the printing and paper industries. The application for this technology, which allows for coating in-situ, were initially developed in response to problems in the paper and printing industry, though its applications extend to a range of industries: biocidal (bacterial and anti-mold); anti-foul (e.g., protecting marine vessels and wood pilings); replacement of VOC paint; chemical, water and agricultural storage tanks; highway signage; oil field drilling; component manufacturers; large equipment painters; construction; and major feedstock vendors.

Within the printing and paper industry, the new system was found to deposit a coating at three times the rate of the conventional process, and consume less than one-fourth the energy. Economic savings on a per roll basis, considering material, gas, labor and overhead; proved to be 55% or $9.87/roll. Environmental benefits include a dramatic reduction in particulate emissions and waste material from the high deposit efficiencies attained and the ability to apply plastic coatings without VOCs.

Technical transfer efforts of this project were extensive, as patents have been filed for various components of the coating system. To-date, orders are being placed at the rate of one new plastic powder coating system per day.

Benefits Include:

• Economic savings
• Energy savings
• Reduction in VOC emissions

Contact: Miriam Pye, ext, 3370 Industrial R&D - Process Improvement and Product Development For more information about these services, contact NYSERDA toll free 1-866-NYSERDA, locally (518) 862-1090, or e-mail: info@nyserda.org www.nyserda.org

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WEST BABYLON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xiom Corporation (OTCBB: XMCP - News), developers and manufacturers of the first completely portable polymer powder coating spray system, has launched a marketing campaign to increase awareness of the company in Latin America. Marlon Evora, a former resident of both Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, has been named marketing manager for Latin America. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, Evora had extensive experience in wholesaling before joining Xiom.

In addition to advertising in various publications, one of the first steps in the campaign is to develop a network of distributors in Latin America. According to Evora, “The market for thermal spray powders and equipment is projected to exceed 1 billion USD annually. Almost every manufactured item can benefit from a protective coating to increase its durability. Xiom’s revolutionary powder coating system and coatings are posed to become industry leaders because they provide superior performance, low cost and ease of use while being environmentally friendly.”

With the Xiom system, it is possible for the first time to powder coat anything of any size, indoors or out. With conventional powder coating, objects that are coated must be cured in large ovens, which makes conventional powder coating very costly and prevents it from being portable. Xiom’s portable system can be used anywhere compressed air is available.

Xiom has also developed a complete line of unique mixed polymer coatings to be used with its spray system. Because these coatings are actually a hard plastic, they are more durable and weather-resistant than conventional powder coating and there is no dripping, no overspray problems and absolutely no VOCs (volatile organic chemicals). Xiom’s coatings line comes in many colors and has a wide variety of uses. In addition to prolonging the life of structures by providing weatherproofing and preventing corrosion, specialized coatings protect marine hulls, reducing maintenance costs and cutting fuel consumption. Other coatings provide for easy removable of graffiti, create non-slip surfaces or glow in the dark. In addition, Xiom Corp. manufactures a line of powders for industrial release and grip coatings. Many of Xiom’s powders can be configured with anti-microbial properties to reduce germs.

According to Evora, Xiom’s distributors in Latin America “will have a valuable and unique new product line that fulfills major needs in a variety of industries: painting, marine, petrochemical, construction…And they’ll have the benefit of Xiom’s sales, marketing and technical staff members.”

WEST BABYLON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xiom Corp. (OTCBB: XMCP - News), a Long Island, NY-based company that manufactures unique plastic powder spray systems and polymer-based coatings, has announced it has developed a technology that can significantly reduce both the risk of bridge deterioration and the costs involved in maintaining bridges.

Since the collapse of the I-35 Bridge in Minneapolis, there has been widespread concern over the safety of bridges in the U.S.A. Of the nation's 600,000 bridges, it is estimated that well over 100,000 are structurally deficient. Corrosion is a major cause of bridge failure, and Xiom's on-site plastic powder coatings have superior corrosion-fighting ability.

Xiom Corp. has developed a technology that uses proven materials and revolutionary application methods to ensure an increased lifespan for the nation's bridges. After years of extensive testing, it was determined that a coating of 85% zinc/15% aluminum provided extraordinary corrosion protection.

Xiom Corp.'s corrosion-resistant coatings offer the ideal 85% zinc/15% aluminum composition, and a hard plastic coating that is applied over that makes the coating more durable and weather-resistant than any paint or coating currently on the market.
In addition to coating metals, Xiom's coatings can be used to coat concrete and the rebar embedded in concrete. Xiom coatings have no dripping, no overspray problems and absolutely no VOCs (volatile organic chemicals). And, unlike conventional powder coating, Xiom's coatings cure instantly; no oven-curing is needed so bridges can reopen to traffic more quickly. The 70-pound system is completely portable so operators can reach areas that may have been inaccessible in the past.

Xiom's unique process and coatings last longer than paint so they are more cost- effective as well as more resistant to corrosion. As Andrew Mazzone, CEO of Xiom Corp., states, "The health and safety of the American infrastructure is now at risk. The use of thermally applied polymer coatings could prevent numerous new tragedies from occurring."

WEST BABYLON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Xiom Corporation (OTCBB: XMCP) has announced the development of a thermally applied spray coating and automated spraying device that, when used together, can significantly reduce fuel consumption in marine vessels equipped with the hydro-drive device known as a Kort nozzle. When the coating, which can be used on both new and used Kort nozzles, is applied on the inside surface of a nozzle, the available thrust is increased with no additional energy input. The Xiom coating makes the nozzle more efficient, bringing about substantial reduction in fuel consumption, while protecting the structure from corrosion. The coating can stand up to concentration of water movement that normally produces severe wear on the inside of a Kort nozzle, which further reduces efficiency.

According to Andy Mazzone, president of Xiom, "The Xiom coating is a very important and timely breakthrough considering the current high cost of fuel. The positive impact this will have on the marine industry worldwide will be significant."

In a recent sea trial on a 75-foot steel fishing boat with a 6-foot diameter Kort nozzle operating out of New Bedford, Mass., the fuel savings were approximately 16%. The vessel's normal fuel consumption was averaged at 510 gallons per day at 4.3 knots pulling a drag line. With the Xiom modified Kort nozzle, the vessel averaged 430 gallons of fuel per day pulling a drag line at 5 knots against a 35 knot wind. According to Charlie Quinn, captain of the vessel, "Usually the gap is 3/4-1" between the blade and nozzle. We took the Xiom coating and spray welded it onto the nozzle and got the gap down to 1/4". We saved 15-20% on fuel and got more thrust with less rpm, as well as less wear and tear on the engine shaft for the boat's first trip. Because we'll be using less fuel, we'll be able to travel further and spend more time out on the water. This technology will really cut our operational expenses and reduce pollution."

In marine vessels, a Kort nozzle is a cylindrical tube that surrounds a screw propeller, providing increased control of the water turbulence passing through it. Designed according to the principles of physics regarding fluid velocity, the Kort nozzle has a wide diameter at the intake and is thinnest at the center where the propeller turns. The diameter is also thinner at the outlet than the inlet so that there is an increase in net velocity and energy of the water flow, leading to greater efficiency of the propeller. The Kort nozzle propulsion system is used world wide on thousands of tug boats, fishing boats, inland river boats, passenger boats and supply vessels and draggers.

Kort nozzles are rarely manufactured concentric; machining a perfectly concentric barrel would be time-consuming and expensive. The gap between the propeller blade tips and the nozzle barrel is designed to ensure that the propellers do not come into direct contact with the Kort nozzle barrel due to metal shrinkage or expansion caused by pressure. Xiom's new product coats a Kort nozzle barrel with a thermoplastic composition to reduce the clearance between the propeller blade tips and the interior of the Kort nozzle. The coating is applied at a minimal thickness over the entire interior of the cylinder. A thicker coating is applied to the area in which the propeller blades rotate, ensuring that the inside diameter of the nozzle is equal to the diameter circumscribed by the blade tips: There is no gap between the propeller blade tips and the wall of the Kort nozzle barrel. A zero degree gap results in increased pressure and momentum while preventing cavitation (the bubbles that form when a liquid is being pumped), dampening sound and eliminating "blow-by."

The thermal spray device designed by Xiom for coating Kort nozzles utilizes specialized software and a robotic arc to follow the contour of the wall of the Kort nozzle and remediate concentricity imperfections that may exist as a result of wear or from manufacturing. The coating can be applied while the vessel is out of the water and the Kort nozzle is still installed on the vessel, reducing the labor and time associated with removing the nozzle from a vessel to apply the coating.

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WEST BABYLON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xiom Corp. (OTCBB:XMCP), manufacturer of the first on-site plastic powder coating spray system, has announced 50 percent ownership of a new joint venture, New Bedford Coatings LLC of New Bedford, MA. This new venture will focus on applying Xiom’s plastic protective coatings on the more than 700 sea-going fishing trawlers in the New Bedford Harbor fishing fleet. The fleet is a $2 billion dollar commercial enterprise. Because Xiom’s coatings are actually a hard plastic, they are more durable and weather resistant than conventional powder coating and will provide the trawlers superior protection against the elements at a fraction of previous maintenance costs.

Charlie Quinn, president of New Bedford Coatings LLC, says that “keeping protective paint coatings on the fleet is a $200 million proposition each year.” It is expected that Xiom’s coatings--solvent-free plastic coatings that are applied using Xiom’s portable application systems--will go a long way in reducing that $200 million annual maintenance bill. Xiom’s coatings are heavy duty tough coatings that are designed for maximum protection in difficult environments.

Andrew Mazzone, president of Xiom Corp., calls this “an exciting joint venture. For Xiom, it is the first of many joint ventures in the protective coatings area. It enables us to share in the service revenue for applying coatings in addition to selling equipment and materials used to perform the coating services.”

Safe Harbor under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements which are not historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties including but not limited to risks associated with the uncertainty of future financial results, regulatory approval processes, the impact of competitive products or pricing, technological changes, the effect of economic conditions and other uncertainties as may be detailed in ht Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Nothing in this press release shall be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities herein

WEST BABYLON, NY -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 02/12/07 -- XIOM Corp. (OTCBB: XMCP), a Long Island, NY-based company that manufactures portable, unique and patented spray guns and plastic powder spray systems and polymer-based coatings, has announced the listing of its shares on the OTC Bulletin Board in conjunction with an aggressive worldwide sales and marketing program.

XIOM's financing from The New York State Energy Development Authority (NYSERDA) to conduct several years of intense research and development has culminated to this point with a system of applying cutting-edge coating materials and applications generally recognized in the industry as superior to any powder spray technologies currently on the market.

Andrew Mazzone, XIOM President, said, "We are extremely happy with our progress. Our research and development efforts are ongoing and we have currently developed a system that is years ahead of the industry. The XIOM 1000 system uses compressed air, oxygen and propane and eliminates the need for oven-curing.

"NYSERDA recognized that on-site portable powder coating increases the market for coating and has potential for conserving energy by eliminating oven-curing."

"Other vital advantages of the XIOM 1000 are that it allows powder coatings to be applied on site and eliminates volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in coatings," added Tom Gardega, XIOM's Executive Vice President. "The system has a low capital cost, minimum facility requirements and inputs, and allows for depositing thick film powder coatings."
XIOM is currently developing a high-speed spray gun under a contract with the U.S. Navy. "The Navy recognized the advantages of the XIOM system and our multiple coatings for use on vessels, vehicles, structures, and components for both the Navy and commercial shipyards," Mr. Mazzone stated.

In addition to portable spray systems, XIOM has developed a line of patented powders for decorative and functional applications for use with the system. Included in this variety of powders are coatings that glow in the dark with minimal exposure to natural or artificial light, an anti-slip coating, and a coating that allows for prevention and easy cleaning maintenance of graffiti among others. XIOM's plastic powder spray system can also be used to apply non-conductive coatings to eliminate stray electric voltage. XIOM's non-conductive coatings provide maximum insulation because they can be applied at a thickness up to 20 thousandths of an inch, as opposed to paint that is applied at thicknesses of 2 to 3 thousandths of an inch. All XIOM coatings are comprised of hard plastics and other optimum materials so they are more durable and weather-resistant than conventional powder coatings and paint.

New York State is also funding XIOM's further development of its fully automated and innovative spray technology that will play a strong part in expanding the firm's manufacturing capabilities on Long Island to spray print and paper rolls nationwide.
Xiom Corporation of West Babylon, New York, (www.xiom-corp.com) manufactures powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. Further announcements pertaining to major domestic and international joint ventures and projects will be announced in upcoming news releases.

Safe Harbor under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements which are not historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties including but not limited to risks associated with the uncertainty of future financial results, regulatory approval processes, the impact of competitive products or pricing, technological changes, the effect of economic conditions and other uncertainties as may be detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Nothing in this press release shall be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities herein.

W. Babylon, NY, April 17, 2006—Xiom Corporation (www.xiom-corp.com), manufacturer of portable plastic powder coating equipment, has announced a new line of permanent glow-in-the-dark coatings. It is now possible to powder coat anything of any size with a permanent glow-in-the-dark coating. Because the coating is actually a hard plastic, it is more durable and weather resistant than any-glow-in-the-dark paint or coating on the market. With just a few minutes of exposure to natural or artificial light each day, the coatings will glow for 8 hours.

The inexpensive and easy-to-apply coatings will bring an extra measure of safety to residential and commercial buildings. Glow-in-the-dark handrails, exit signs and marked pathways will make emergency escape routes easy to find and follow in schools, apartment complexes and commercial buildings. Traffic signs, building addresses and street signs will be visible even at night. In private homes, glow-in-the-dark coatings on outside stairs will provide the increased visibility necessary to prevent falls. Bordering driveways with coated markers or stripes will make it safer to move vehicles in and especially out. Switch plates can be coated so it isn’t necessary to grope in the dark. In addition, bicycles can be coated in part or entirely so that they are easily seen by motorists at night.

Like all Xiom coatings, the glow-in-the-dark coatings have no dripping, no overspray problems and absolutely no VOCs (volatile organic chemicals). In addition, unlike conventional powder coating, Xiom’s coatings cure instantly; no oven-curing is needed. And the Xiom 1000 system, weighing just 70 pounds, is completely portable. It can be used anywhere compressed air is available.

Xiom Corporation manufactures plastic powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. After several years as a research and development company, Xiom began marketing its spray system and coatings in October 2006. The company’s continuing R & D efforts promise to expand the frontier of spray coating technology.

New York, March 14 – On March 2, 2006 a nine-year-old boy reported experiencing an electrical shock when he stepped on a manhole cover on Lexington Ave. near 127th Street in New York City. This was one of hundreds of similar incidents that occur in major metropolitan areas each year. Dozens of people and pets are shocked and, in some tragic instances, killed, due to stray voltage annually.

Headlines in major newspapers have reported the growing danger of stray voltage on city streets. In response to a significant number of incidents in February and March, the New York City Council held a hearing with representatives from Con Edison and the Department of Transportation. At this meeting it was reported that between December 2004 and November 2005 stray voltage had been detected in 1,214 locations. Despite the efficiency of detection, more than 23 people received shocks and at least one dog was electrocuted. It is clear that detection alone is not a sufficient safety measure.

To help combat and eliminate this growing problem, Xiom Corporation of West Babylon, New York, (www.xiom-corp.com) manufactures a portable plastic powder spray system that can apply non-conductive coatings to eliminate stray voltage. Xiom coatings are hard plastics allowing them to be more durable and weather resistant than conventional powder coatings and paint. Xiom’s non-conductive coatings provide maximum insulation because they can be applied at a thickness up to 20 millimeters, as opposed to paint which is applied at thicknesses of 3 to 5 millimeters. Xiom’s coatings will not peel, chip or crack. On the other hand paint and other coatings can fail allowing dangerous voltage to leak through.

“Although the media has reported efforts are underway to enhance detection and reduce hot spots, this emphasis makes me think of an epidemic. Detecting cases of a disease won’t stop further outbreaks or tragic incidents. What is needed is a solution and Xiom has it. We have developed a patented line of electrical insulating spray applications that can significantly reduce the likelihood of shocking,” said Andrew Mazzone, President of Xiom Corporation.

There is no doubt, the New York City Council recognizes the problem and has called for local electric corporations to “utilize non-conductive protective materials to insulate their electrical-related infrastructure to prevent stray voltage.” The Council defined “non-conductive protective materials” as “any casing of material of sufficient composition or thickness to adequately obstruct the unintended flow of electricity.”
It is apparent that Con Edison is actively looking for problem areas. In fact, the company has purchased 5,000 mobile detectors that can trace stray voltages on one city block in just minutes. Mobile detectors can only find stray voltage at the moment it is present. For example, in the recent incident with the nine-year-old boy in Harlem, Con Ed investigators could not find evidence of stray voltage. Of the stray voltage that Con Ed detected in the past year, 1,083 occurred in streetlights and 99 in utility poles, which can easily and economically be coated with Xiom’s non-conductive long-lasting polymer coating.

Consolidated Edison representatives pointed out that the surface where the Harlem boy walked was safe when detection crews arrived. They could not say if the area was voltage free in the time leading up to the incident or after. In other words, detecting stray voltage cannot ensure that it will not be present at a later time. According to Con Ed spokesman Michael Clendenin, traffic vibrations and the effects of salt can turn sites that are safe into danger zones.

Xiom Corporation of West Babylon, New York, (www.xiom-corp.com) manufactures powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. The company’s on-going research and development is expanding the frontier of spray technology.

Company Provides Portable, Cost Efficient,
Environmentally Friendly Thermal Spraying

W. Babylon, NY, March 16, 2006—Xiom Corporation (www.xiom-corp.com) has introduced the first completely portable plastic polymer spray system. Xiom has also introduced a line of unique mixed polymers to be used with the spray system. Because these coatings are actually a hard plastic, they are more durable and weather resistant than conventional powder coating and there is no dripping, no overspray problems and absolutely no VOCs (volatile organic chemicals).

“After many years of R&D, Xiom’s engineers have successfully solved the problems that had prevented the spraying of thermoset and thermoplastic powders. Xiom 1000 provides consistent feed rates, does not consume the material and can achieve deposit efficiencies of up to 99 percent. Learning to use the system requires minimal time. According to Xiom’s president, Andrew Mazzone, “A good man can be trained in one hour” and then the system is “plug and play.” The Xiom 1000 spray system weighs just 70 pounds and consists of a spray gun, powder delivery system, pneumatic-based control console and hoses.

An operator can spray 200 square feet an hour at 6 mils thickness. In addition, the Xiom 1000 uses significantly less energy than traditional powder coating, and coatings can be applied at greater thicknesses—from 3 mils to 1 inch. Xiom’s product line also includes plastic powders that can be used to encapsulate arsenic in wood, provide for easy removable of graffiti, prevent corrosion and generally prolong the life of metal. These plastic powders can also be sprayed on fiberglass, wood and concrete. Little or no preheating is required to apply the materials.
Xiom’s permanent glow-in-the-dark coatings can ensure quick escape from burning buildings, nighttime visibility of road signs, pedestrians, bikers and vehicles. In addition, Xiom Corp. manufactures a line of powders for industrial release and grip coatings.

According to Mr. Mazzone, “The Xiom 1000 spray system will revolutionize the coatings industry--increasing efficiency, cutting costs and providing a previously unheard of range of functions while being environmentally friendly.”

Xiom Corporation manufactures powder spray equipment and plastic spray materials in its Long Island facility. The company’s on-going research and development is expanding the frontier of spray technology.