KTA Video Learning Series – Corrosion Assessment – Use of SSPC-VIS2/ASTM D610
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Premature Corrosion of Porcelain Enamel-Coated Panels
Background of Design Specifications – Five stations of a commuter rail transportation system were exhibiting corrosion and coating adhesion problems. The train stations were constructed approximately six years prior to observed coating failure. The steel surfaces (column covers, wall and ceiling cladding, soffit, security screens and structural support systems) were to receive a porcelain enamel protective
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Consequences of Applying Coatings Outside of the Recommended Thickness Range
When recommending a coating or coating system for a specification, or when responsible for the application of a coating, the manufacturer’s Product Data Sheet (PDS) should always be consulted. The PDS typically contains information regarding appropriate uses and environments, performance characteristics, and application information including mixing, application methods and equipment and the recommended thickness range
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Concrete Floor Coatings Forensics Case History — Part 2
Concrete Floor Coatings Forensics Case History- Part 2 When examining a coating problem in the laboratory, background information gathered during discussions with the involved parties and information obtained during a field investigation help to direct the course of the laboratory investigation. The background information collected for this case was included in last month’s F-Files, “Concrete
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