GSB Al 631 is an international quality label for coatings on architectural aluminium, with durability classes ranging from Florida 1 to Florida 10. Series 29 holds the Florida 1 approval, confirming it meets the independent performance and weathering requirements for architectural coating of building components.

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GSB Florida 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - GLOSSY

GSB Florida 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - SEMI GLOSS

GSB Florida 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - MATTE

GSB Florida 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - FINE TEXTURE

American Architectural Manufacturers Association standard for organic coatings on architectural aluminium. Selected smooth finish variants of Series 29 are AAMA 2603 compliant.

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AAMA 2603-02 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - SMOOTH MATTE

AAMA 2603-02 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - SMOOTH MATTE - METALLICS

AAMA 2603-02 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - SMOOTH SEMI GLOSS

AAMA 2603-02 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - SMOOTH SEMI GLOSS - METALLICS

International certification for powder coatings on architectural aluminium. Series 29 holding a Class 1 Certificate confirms its compliance with the full technical specification across weathering, adhesion, and corrosion resistance.

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QUALICOAT Class 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - GLOSSY

QUALICOAT Class 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - SEMI GLOSS

QUALICOAT Class 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - MATTE

QUALICOAT Class 1 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - FINE TEXTURE

DBS 918 340 is Deutsche Bahn AG's technical delivery standard for powder coatings on rail vehicle components. Qualification is tested and administered by DB Systemtechnik GmbH. Series 29 holds DBS 918 340 approval for exterior aluminium and steel as well as interior aluminium, confirming it meets Deutsche Bahn's performance and safety requirements for use on rail vehicles and their components.

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DBS 918 340 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - Aluminium

DBS 918 340 | TIGER Drylac® Series 29 - Steel

DBS 918 340 | TIGER Drylac® Series 271,273 + 29 - Steel

Directive 2014/90/EU (Marine Equipment Directive) sets the fire safety standards for sea-going vessels and authorizes the affixing of the "Mark of Conformity" (wheelmark) as well as the U.S. Coast Guard approval number. Within the scope of this directive, Series 29 (category MED/3.18a) is approved as a surface material with low flame-spread characteristics for metallic bases.

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MED | EC-Type Examination (Module B) Certificate - TIGER Drylac® Series 29

MED | 2014-90-EU Module D - TIGER Drylac® Series 29 + 69-70366

DIN EN 45545-2 is the mandatory European standard governing the fire behaviour of materials and components used in railway vehicles. It classifies materials into Requirement Sets (R-Sets) based on their location and function within the vehicle, and into three hazard levels, HL1, HL2, and HL3, based on the operating and design characteristics of the vehicle, with HL3 representing the most stringent requirements. Series 29 is approved to DIN EN 45545-2 for HL1, HL2 and HL3 for the requirement sets R1, R2, R3, R6, R7, R8 and R17, confirming its suitability for use on railway vehicle components in the relevant application areas.

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DIN EN 45545 | TIGER Drylac® Polyester Powder Coating

DIN EN 45545 | TIGER Drylac® Polyester Primer + Polyester Powder Coating

DIN EN 45545 | TIGER Drylac® Epoxy Primer + Polyester Powder Coating

DIN EN 13501-1 is the European classification standard for the reaction-to-fire performance of construction products and building elements. Series 29 achieves the classification A2-s1, d0 — meaning the coating is non-combustible (A2), produces limited smoke (s1), and generates no burning droplets or particles (d0). This classification applies on aluminium substrates at a maximum film thickness of 115 µm and makes Series 29 suitable for facade systems where national or project-specific fire regulations require non-combustible surface materials.

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DIN EN 13501 | TIGER Drylac® Polyester Powder Coating

An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) documents the environmental impact and carbon footprint (Global Warming Potential) of a product based on objective, neutral lifecycle data. For the Austrian-produced Series 29 (Polyester/HAA), TIGER provides its own specific EPD, which features a reduced Global Warming Potential of 3.64 kg CO2 eq/kg, well below industry association averages, optimally supporting green building certifications like LEED, BREEAM, or DGNB.

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EPD | TIGER Drylac® Polyester-Primid Series (14, 29, 58, 59, 67, 68)

The right film thickness depends on the finish you are applying: 

• Smooth finishes: 60–80 µm
• Fine texture matte: 70–90 µm
• Rough texture glossy: 90–120 µm
   

In environments with a C5 corrosion category, such as coastal or heavily industrial locations, a minimum continuous film thickness of 70 µm is mandatory regardless of the finish. Staying within the specified range for your chosen product is important for both appearance and performance.

Curing conditions for Series 29 coatings vary depending on the exact finish chosen:

 

It is essential to measure substrate temperature, not oven air temperature, and to stay within both the minimum and maximum curing times. Under- or over-curing can affect mechanical properties, visual appearance and warranty validity. Full curing parameter charts are available in the Product Data Sheet!

At a film thickness of 60 µm, Series 29 yields a theoretical coverage of 9.8 to 13.8 m² per kilogram, depending on the specific gravity of the color chosen. Specific gravity ranges from 1.2 to 1.7 g/cm³ and varies with pigmentation: lighter colours and whites typically sit at the lower end of the gravity range and therefore cover more area per kilogram, while heavily pigmented or metallic variants sit higher. For practical planning purposes, coverage at thicker film thicknesses, such as the 90 to 120 µm required for rough texture glossy, will be proportionally lower. The TIGER Coverage Calculator provides detailed guidance on estimating coverage for specific products and film thicknesses and is available for free.

Series 29 powder coatings should be stored in dry conditions at a temperature of no more than 25 °C, away from direct sunlight and extended heat exposure. Storing the product outside these conditions, particularly in warm or humid environments, can affect powder flowability, electrostatic behaviour, and surface quality after application. Each box is labelled with a use-before date, which should always be observed; powder used beyond this date falls outside the product specification and warranty.

Series 29 and Series 14 sit at the same level of durability and carry equivalent GSB and QUALICOAT certifications. The distinction between them is one of finish: Series 29 covers the full range of smooth glossy, smooth matte, fine texture, and rough texture finishes, while Series 14 is home to all semi-gloss finishes within that same quality tier. If you are specifying a semi-gloss colour for an architectural aluminium application, you will find it under Series 14 rather than Series 29.

Series 68 steps up to the super-durable tier, offering significantly higher UV resistance and qualifying under more demanding certification levels, making it the right choice for projects with elevated weathering requirements or specification demands that exceed what “only” durable finishes cover.

Series 18 and Series 67 introduce a broader curing window through TIGER's FlexCure technology. Series 18 is progressively taking on products from Series 29 and 14 as those are reformulated, and Series 67 does the same for Series 68. FlexCure series are designed to give applicators more flexibility in curing while maintaining the same surface quality and certification standards as their counterparts. More details about the ongoing Series 29 to Series 18 transition can be found here!

Yes. Series 29 can be applied to steel and galvanized steel with appropriate pretreatment. For exterior steel construction, TIGER also offers the TIGER-SHIELD two-layer system for enhanced corrosion protection.

Coated surfaces must be cleaned regularly - at least every 12 months in standard environments (C1–C4) and at least every 3 months in aggressive environments (C5). Use only GRM-approved cleaning agents and methods: clean water with pH-neutral detergent, soft non-scratching cloths, and no abrasive or solvent-based cleaners. Rinse and seal after every cleaning. More details about this can be found in our General Cleaning Recommendations!

Yes, with additional requirements. In C5 environments (per EN ISO 12944-2), an etch rate of at least 1.5 g/m² or pre-anodisation is mandatory as pretreatment, and a minimum continuous film thickness of 70 µm is required. Facades must also be cleaned at least every 3 months.

Samples for products from our Standard Stock List are available through our Webshop (up to 3 free samples per order) and our local sales reps / authorised distributors. For custom colours/effects or Tribostatic formulations, feel free to reach out to us!

TIGER offers a 10-year film integrity warranty and a 6-year decorative properties warranty to professional applicators on aluminium substrates in the EU, EEA, Norway, and Switzerland. Conditions include correct pretreatment, professional application, minimum film thickness, and regular maintenance. The liability cap is EUR 100,000, reduced by 3% per year elapsed. Only the full warranty text governs claims.