Glossmeter – Glidecoat-GM 60
$395.00
Glidecoat-GM 60 is a handheld portable gloss meter or gloss tester used to evaluate the shine on different material surfaces. The gloss tester includes a 3.5″ TFT touchscreen display, internal memory, and PC-compatible software for detailed analysis. The Glidecoat-GM 60 gloss meter has a measuring geometry or angle of 60 degrees.
- • Large Screen (3.5inch), high resolution (480*320), full-view display.
- • Comply with ISO 2813、GB/T 9754、ASTM D 523、ASTM D 2457 standards.
- • Aesthetic design perfectly combined with ergonomics structure.
- • QC software with powerful extending function (except certain models).
- • Flexible choice of auto-calibrating when power on, easy to operate.
- • Display multiple sets of data, easy to compare.
- • High hardware configuration with multiple innovative technologies.
- • Built-in rechargeable battery, economical and environmental protection.
- • Auto power-off function to save electricity consumption.
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Description
Full Description
What is a Gloss Meter?
A gloss meter is a measuring device for the determination of gloss on different materials. During measurement, the gloss meter emits a light, which reflects off the surface. Depending on the level of gloss, the surface absorbs some of the light and reflects the rest. The gloss meter reader measures the reflected light, calculates the degree of gloss, and displays it clearly on the screen.Gloss meters are commonly used in manufacturing as a quality control measure to ensure that individual products have the same appearance. In this way, complaints and associated costs are avoided. In addition, the external reputation of companies with consistent quality and consistent products is respected or improved.
Why Glidecoat Offers a Gloss Meter?
Since 2015, the Glidecoat Certified Pro Network has applied our coatings to a wide variety of boats, from a 14′ Bass Tracker to 100’+ Mega Yachts. In the early stages of developing our ceramic coating, our customers wanted to measure and validate the effectiveness of the coating.For most ceramic coating companies, the typical response is to use qualitative measures, such as, check the water beading or sheeting (dependent on the type of ceramic coating) and the shine levels. Both are valid and easily identifiable points; however, everyone will have different expectations and views on the product’s performance. We wanted a better system to reassure customers and provide actual data that would eliminate personal interpretations.
After thorough research, we discovered that using a Gloss Meter would provide a numerical representation of the surface shine levels. We continued to go a step further by utilizing the gloss meter to re-enforce our product warranty.
Gloss Meters in the Proposal Process and Initial Inspection
An unexpected benefit of using the gloss meter has been to help simplify the proposal process with new clients and our Certified Pros. We highly recommend inspecting the boat to provide an accurate quote. As part of the inspection, the Certified Pro will take numerous gloss meter readings across the entire boat to give a snapshot of the boat’s starting condition.During an initial conversation with a boat owner who is evaluating a marine ceramic coating application, the topic of pricing will typically come up early in the conversation. Because the majority of time is spent preparing the surface for the coating, boats with extremely low initial gloss meter readings and severe oxidization will pay a higher rate per foot than a factory new boat with minimal to no oxidization present on the surface.
Having accurate measurements at this stage drastically improves the accuracy of quotes and helps gauge the necessary level of restoration before applying the ceramic coating.
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Gloss Meter Readings
Gloss Meter Readings and Level of Preparation
After completing over 1000’s of ceramic coating applications through our Certified Pro Network, we notice a consistent trend in the level of preparation required based on the varying gloss meter readings.
Here is a helpful chart that demonstrates the typical level of preparation required based on the various gloss meter readings:
Gloss Meter Reading Level of Oxidization Estimated Restoration Steps 1 – 15 Severe 4+ buffing steps 16 – 30 Heavy 3 – 4+ buffing steps 31 – 50 Medium 2 – 3 buffing steps 51 – 70 Light 1 – 2 buffing steps 71+ Minimal to no oxidization 1 buffing step Additional Notes:
- Factory new gel coat will typically read between 82 – 88 on the gloss meter
- Painted surfaces usually register 3 – 5% higher than gel coat
- The gloss meter is utilized by a number of different industries to check the gloss of the surface. The reader can register numbers as high as 200. 200 gloss meter readings are more applicable to glossy printer paper. Whereas, in the marine industry, we noticed the typical numbers will go as low as 1 – 2 and as high 105.
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Warranty
Glidecoat Pro Warranty
Following the application of a surface coating, the Certified Pro will take multiple gloss meter readings across the entire boat. Routinely, these final gloss meter readings show shine levels that are back to or better than factory new. Because we have these final gloss meter results, we can provide a product warranty that guarantees gloss meter readings will not decrease by more than 30% in the 18 months following application. Realistically, the gloss meter readings will only drop by approximately 10-20% in 18 months, but this is highly dependent on boat usage, maintenance, as well as other factors.
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Return Policy & Disclaimer
RETURN POLICY
We guarantee to refund any item that is returned to us in a saleable condition. To initiate a return, you must contact us (returns@glidecoat.com) within 14 days of receipt to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). We will provide you with a return label at that time and credit the refund to your original method of payment once the product is received at our warehouse. Any orders sent back without a RMA will not be refunded.Please note: A 15% restocking fee, as well as the cost of return shipping, will be deducted from the refund amount.
For safety reasons, we do not offer returns on products that have been opened or used. Please contact us in the case of products which are faulty or unfit for purpose to discuss replacements or applicable refunds.
Please note: If you purchased our products through another reseller, you will need to return the products to the original place you purchased them.
HOW DO I MAKE A RETURN?
Returns are simple and easy. If you need to return an item simply send an email to returns@glidecoat.com to request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). We will provide you with an authorization number as well as a return label for your choice of UPS or USPS. The item can then be packaged with the return label and dropped off to the corresponding delivery service provider.WHAT ABOUT MY DELIVERY CHARGE?
In the case of the following:- we have made a mistake on an item sent to you;
- The item is faulty;
- The item is damaged;
- The item is of unsatisfactory quality;
We will refund the delivery charges you have paid to receive that item. If the item was part of a larger shipment which is not being fully returned, the delivery charge will not be refunded.
DISCLAIMER
Glidecoat a division of Onan Technologies Inc.’s maximum liability for or with respect to any damages of any kind to any person, property or otherwise, caused to any Customer or any other person as a result of or with respect to any proven breach of any express or implied warranty with respect to any Product; misrepresentation with respect to any Product; Product error, failure or malfunction; formula, engineering or design error; manufacturing or packaging error; labeling error; Product failure to perform; or any other act or omission of any kind whatsoever with respect to any Product, shall be limited the price paid by the Customer for the Product at the time of original purchase (not including shipping, handling, sales taxes or installation services); and Product purchase price refund shall be Customer’s only claim or remedy arising therefrom. IN
ADDITION TO AND WITHOUT LIMITATION OF THE FOREGOING, GLIDECOAT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER ANY RULE OR THEORY OF LAW TO ANY CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR (A) INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF REVENUES, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR OTHER ECONOMIC DAMAGES, OR (B) ERRORS MADE IN THE HANDLING, STORAGE OR INSTALLATION OR APPLICATION OF ANY PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ONAN WAS ADVISED OF, KNEW OR OUGHT TO HAVE KNOWN OF THE POSSIBILITY OR RISK OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES.
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