Learn methods to measure concrete moisture for coatings, including tools, precautions, substrate types, and testing frequencies to prevent coating failure.
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Explore the latest updates on high voltage holiday detection standards, proper voltage settings, and the impact on coating performance in this detailed forum edition.
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Steel surface preparation can use traditional methods like abrasive blasting or non-traditional methods such as Pulsed Laser Ablation (PLA). PLA employs a high-energy laser to remove coatings or prepare steel. AMPP Guide 21611 and SP21511-1 help specifiers evaluate and ensure compliance with PLA-prepared surfaces.
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Explore how to measure wall thickness using ultrasonic gages. Learn best practices, pitfalls to avoid, and real-world applications.
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An acoustical sounding (tapping) inspection, when performed according to ASTM Standard Practice D8555 can be used to quickly distinguish well-adhered coating/linings from potential areas of detachment
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Discover nine essential pre-project responsibilities for coating inspectors to ensure project success and avoid common pitfalls.
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Learn the key differences between common ISO, SSPC/NACE, and ASTM standards for coating inspections.
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In this article, we address soluble salt thresholds, offer options for remediating surface soluble salt concentrations, and describe how salt contamination may be removed from prepared steel surfaces by employing surface soluble salt removers.
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This article describes how flash rust can be removed from abrasive blast cleaned steel surfaces without having to incur material and labor costs associated with a re-blast.
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KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum Volume 3, Issue No. 2 – February 2024 William Corbett, COO AMPP Senior Certified Coating Inspector & Certified Protective Coating Specialist KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum is designed to provide professional development/continuing education on standards, inspection practices, new instruments, and other topics to help keep certified AMPP and FROSIO coating inspectors
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