Step 3 in metal resurfacing Metal Resurfacing

Restore Failing Drain Pans Without Replacement

Pancrete is a self-leveling drain pan resurfacer that pours over the prepared surface to fill pits, corrosion damage, and uneven areas, creating a smooth, durable new drainage surface inside the existing pan.

  • Creates a smooth, self-leveling drainage surface.
  • Creates a durable, chemical-resistant resurfacing layer.
  • Cost-effective alternative to replacing damaged drain pans.
Pancrete self-leveling drain pan resurfacer
Overview

At a glance

Quick qualification for techs, facility managers, and distributor teams. Full details are in the spec sheet.

Category Metal Resurfacing
Application HVAC drain pans
Format Self-leveling resurfacing coating
Primary outcomes Stops leaks, restores pans, improves drainage
Ideal for Damaged or corroded condensate drain pans
Service timing 4–6 hours before return to service
Documentation Technical sheet + SDS available
Why it matters

Temporary drain pan fixes do not last

Damaged condensate drain pans are often patched with paints, tars, liners, or temporary sealants that can break down, crack, or fail over time. Moisture, corrosion, cleaners, and standing water continue to attack the surface until leaks return. Pancrete was developed to create a new, durable drainage surface over the existing pan, helping restore function without costly replacement.

Failed drain pan with corrosion, rust, and standing water
Benefits

Key benefits

Focus on outcomes that matter to operators and maintenance teams: cleaner operation, preserved performance, fewer complaints, and less maintenance churn.

Restores the pan surface

Creates a new drainage surface over corroded, pitted, or uneven metal.

Helps stop leaks

Seals damaged areas that allow condensate to escape.

Self-leveling application

Flows across the prepared pan surface to help create a smooth, functional drainage path.

  • Built to outlast temporary fixes: Designed as a durable resurfacing solution instead of a short-term patch, tar, or paint.
  • Avoids costly replacement: Restores existing pans when replacement would be expensive, disruptive, or difficult.
Comparison

The Final Step in a Complete Drain Pan Restoration System

Use this section to position Pancrete after Clean Bond and V570 in full drain pan restoration workflows.

Step 1: Clean

Clean Bond removes oil, grease, and contaminants so the surface is properly prepared for restoration.

  • Degreases and conditions metal
  • Helps inhibit flash rust
  • Prepares the surface for repair and resurfacing

Step 2: Repair

V570 seals cracks and pinholes while creating a protective barrier over damaged metal.

  • Stops rust
  • Seals surface damage
  • Creates the repair stage before resurfacing

Step 3: Resurface

Pancrete pours over the prepared surface to create a smooth, durable, chemical-resistant drainage layer.

  • Self-leveling drain pan resurfacer
  • Restores drainage and helps stop leaks
  • Completes the long-term restoration system
Application

How it works

Important: read the full technical instructions before use. Pancrete should only be mixed immediately before pouring, after all surface preparation is complete. If mixed too early, it will begin to harden in the container. For best results, mix and pour one container at a time. Additional Pancrete may be poured over previously applied Pancrete as needed.
Step-by-step
  1. Read the full technical instructions before beginning work.
  2. Complete all surface preparation before mixing Pancrete.
  3. Drain the pan and remove water or loose deposits with a wet vacuum.
  4. Wire brush or mechanically brush the surface to remove deposits and loose rust, then vacuum again.
  5. Tape small pinholes or cover larger openings with metal before pouring.
  6. Insert raised PVC at the drain opening to preserve drain height during the pour.
  7. Ensure ambient and surface temperatures are both above 70°F.
  8. Mix only one container at a time, immediately before pouring.
  9. Pour Pancrete over the prepared surface and allow it to self-level.
  10. If additional material is needed, mix the next container and pour it over the previous Pancrete layer.
  11. Wait 4–6 hours before returning the unit to service.
Where it fits

Ideal for damaged, corroded, leaking, or uneven HVAC condensate drain pans where replacement would be costly and restoration is preferred.

  • Leaking condensate drain pans
  • Corroded HVAC drain pan restoration
  • Uneven or pitted pans that trap standing water
  • Full restoration workflows with Clean Bond and V570
Specifications

Quick specs

Use the technical sheet and SDS for application, curing, surface prep, and return-to-service guidance.
Product Type Self-leveling drain pan resurfacer
Application Area HVAC condensate drain pans
Return to Service 4–6 hours
Use Case Restoration instead of replacement
Questions

FAQs

Answers to common questions about leaks, leveling, cure timing, and restoration workflows.
What does Pancrete do?
Pancrete restores damaged HVAC drain pans by filling pits, corrosion damage, and uneven areas to create a smooth, durable drainage surface.
How does Pancrete help stop leaks?
It seals holes and damaged areas that allow water to escape, while resurfacing the pan into a functional drainage surface.
How long before the unit can return to service?
Pancrete can typically return to service in 4–6 hours. Follow the technical sheet for full cure timing, walk-on limitations, and site-specific guidance.
How does Pancrete fit into the restoration workflow?
Pancrete is the final resurfacing stage after Clean Bond prepares the surface and V570 handles repair and protective barrier work.
Is Pancrete just a patch?
No. Pancrete is designed to create a new resurfaced drainage layer over the prepared pan, making it a more complete restoration approach than temporary patching.