Coatings Handling and Storage Guide
23.04.2025
General Guidelines – All Modesta Coatings
- Minimise air contact: Avoid unnecessary shaking or swirling that introduces air inside the bottle into the liquid. Air exposure can accelerate deterioration.
- Do NOT shake during storage: Unless ready to apply, keep bottles stationary and upright. Do not swirl, whisk or agitate unnecessarily.
- Mixing before use (excluding BC-06 & BC-09)
- For most Modesta coatings, it is recommended to shake immediately prior to application to ensure the contents are evenly mixed.
Proper Storage Conditions
To maintain coating quality during storage:
- Store in a temperature-controlled environment: Room temperature is ideal (21c) Avoid hot, humid, or freezing conditions.
- Use a temperature-controlled cabinet if possible.
- Keep away from direct sunlight.
- Never store Modesta coatings in a car.
- Heat Exposure: The interior of a car can reach extreme temperatures that negatively effect shelf life.
- Vibration: Constant movement and vibration in a car can cause the liquid to mix with the air in the bottle, accelerating product deterioration.
BC-06/BC-09 - Special Handling Instructions
BC-06 and BC-09 HIGH SENSITIVITY TO AIR EXPOSURE!
These coatings are extremely reactive to air and must be handled with extra care.
- Do not shake or whisk.
- Avoid mixing with air at all times. This includes during transport, storage, and preparation.
- Use the product promptly after opening, and seal the cap tightly between applications.
Shaking BC-06 or BC-09 introduces air and can significantly reduce shelf life and product performance.
EPC – Exterior Plastic Coating
- Do not shake, especially after the first use.
- Air in the bottle will degrade the remaining product.
- Dispense only what you need, reseal immediately, and avoid agitation or swirling.
- As with all Modesta products, do not store EPC in your vehicle.
Summary Table
Product | Shake Before Use | Shake During Storage | Air Sensitivity | Storage Notes |
BC-06 | ❌ Do not shake | ❌ Avoid | Very High | Store at room temp, no vibration or sunlight |
BC-09 | ❌ Do not shake | ❌ Avoid | Very High | Same as BC-06 |
EPC | ❌ Do not shake | ❌ Avoid | High | Do not shake after opening, store room temp |
All Others | ✅ Shake before use | ❌ Avoid shaking during storage | Moderate | Shake only prior to use, store as above |
Best Practice Reminders
- Store all coatings upright in a room temperature, dry place.
- Use only clean, dry pipettes or dispensers to prevent contamination.
- Never pour leftover product back into the original bottle.
- Keep all caps tightly sealed when not in use.
- During installations, remove the bottle cap only when extracting the product, and promptly replace it afterward to minimise air exposure.
- Educate all staff on these best practices as part of your Standard Operating Procedures.