The Stewart Systems E3000 EkoStrip is an aviation-grade, water-based paint remover designed for stripping polyurethane, acrylic, and other aircraft coatings from metal surfaces. It is commonly used in aircraft maintenance and repainting workflows where safe removal of multiple paint layers is required without damaging the underlying aluminum or steel structure.

Unlike solvent-based strippers, EkoStrip works by breaking the bond between coating layers and the substrate, allowing the paint to lift and be removed in sheets rather than dissolving it. It is typically applied as a gel and left to dwell before removal.

Key features include:

Non-hazardous, water-based aviation paint remover
Designed for polyurethane and acrylic aircraft coatings
Safe for use on aluminum and most aircraft structural metals
Gel consistency for vertical surface adhesion
Can be applied by brush, roller, or spray
Works by releasing paint bond (not solvent dissolution)
Typically requires 2–4 hours dwell time depending on conditions
Environmentally friendly and low odor formulation
Suitable for aircraft repainting, maintenance, and restoration work
Commonly used in general aviation (GA) paint stripping processes