Dulux® AcraTex® 3 Day Applicator Training Course Overview

The AcraTex® range of Acrylic Texture Coatings have been developed over a number of years to provide durable, fast application surface coatings and finishing systems for a variety of masonry substrates.

Whilst the physical and technical properties of the products are stringently controlled during manufacture, the ultimate performance of the coating system relies heavily on correct application with due consideration to substrate condition, surface preparation, coating sequence and prevailing climatic conditions.

AcraTex® architectural coating systems are formulated using 100% acrylic to deliver a seamless coating system for protection of masonry substrates exposed in all types of climates. They provide:

• flexibility
• dirt resistance
• crack-bridging
• protection against pollution
• protection against acidic rain
• protection against salt air attack
• protection against water ingress

Full Dulux®AcraTex® system warranties can only be provided if textures are applied by a trained applicator.

Since 1990, AcraTex has been leading the way in training of Texture Coating applicators. Our comprehensive three day training course covers all aspects of the texture coatings industry:

Course Detail

Day 1

The focus of Day 1 is on substrates and preparation required for each type and the importance of high build texture coatings as opposed to traditional cement render and paint systems.

The agenda for the day will be as follows:

• Introduction to AcraTex Course
• Describe textures by a brief overview
• List different substrates that we can apply a texture coating to. The surface preparation required for each substrate.
• Demonstrate application techniques of 500/5 Renderwall and 500/13 FastCoat
• When to apply 500/1 & 500/2 AcraPatch to different substrates.
• Discuss the benefits of using a primer.

Day 2

Day 2 focuses on the different textures available and the application techniques of each. We also look at Job Specification and Planning.

 Agenda is as follows:

• Discuss the importance of specifications relating to texture coatings.
• Demonstrate application techniques of 950 roll on range
• Demonstrate application techniques of 951 trowel on range
• Demonstrate the application techniques of 952 spray on
• Demonstrate systems over CSR Hebel
• Hands on application
• Discuss correct job planning issues before an applicator commences an AcraTex project

Day 3

Day 3 focuses on membranes and top coating.

 Agenda for the day will be as follows:

• Demonstrate application techniques of 953 Membrane; discuss 968 Elastomeric 201 and 962 Roof Membrane.
• Demonstrate application techniques of 955 AcraShield.  Be able to promote the benefits of applying top coats over texture coats.
• Be able to do a basic costing and tendering exercise and look at different business protocols for a professional approach.
• Trainees will look at basic forms and records like warranties and sample requests.  Conduct a simple costing and tendering exercise.
• To summarise the end of the training after 3 days and to reinforce to trainees Dulux AcraTex commitment to them.

Venue and Timing

 Venue: Gilles Plains TAFE - Blacks Road, Gilles Plains. Each day will run roughly around the following timetable:

Commencement time: 8:30am

Morning Tea:             10:30 - 10:45am

Lunch:                       12:30 - 1:15pm

Afternoon Tea:          3:00 - 3:15pm

Conclusion:                4:00pm

 All breaks are fully catered.

Please call Matt Rogerson 0411 282 120 if you have any special dietary needs or you have any questions prior to commencing the course.

Proposed Course Dates for 2010 are as follows:

To enrol in the course, please complete a nomination form below and return to Dulux AcraTex

Nomination Form

Please note that course costs will be increased in the New Year. Any bookings received prior to this will be honoured at the current pricing structure.