When coating parts or structures, there are several application methods to consider, ranging from simple brush and roller to various types of spray application. The application method selected can be based on a variety of factors and conditions. This article focuses on two spray methods: conventional (air) spray and airless spray. Conventional (air) Spray Conventional […]
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“Do I have to maintain inspection gage calibration and certification? Why don’t they retain their calibration over time? Do I need to verify gage accuracy on a regular basis? How often? What is the difference between calibration and verification of accuracy?” These are common questions in the coatings industry. A simple answer is that without
Introduction Airborne dusts, fumes and mists all pose an inhalation hazard to humans, depending on the type and amount of the airborne material. Acute doses (large amounts in a relatively short time period) can be very harmful, but even smaller doses over a long time period can build-up in the body and cause latent health
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Rather than describe a failure that has already occurred, this article addresses key steps to follow when painting bolted connections in order to prevent failures from occurring by focusing on surface preparation and painting practices that have been used successfully on bolted bridge connections such as splice plates and gusset connections for new construction projects
Click Below Download KTA’s Free eBook on Painting Bolted Connections KTA President, Ken Trimber, delivers a compelling eBook filled with topics such as: Testing of Coatings for Use in Slip-Critical Bolted Connections Coefficient of Friction (COF) Testing Tension Creep Testing Classification of Slip Coefficient and Tension Creep Results 13 Frequently Asked Questions & Answers Additional
Click Below to Download Volume 3 of KTA’s Pipeline Coatings Series The last of three volumes, this E-Book provides information on the proper use of test instruments for verifying the quality of the application of protective coatings after the installation process is complete. It is applicable to new pipe in the shop, field splices (girth
Click Below to Download Volume 2 in KTA’s Pipeline Coatings Series The second of three volumes, this eBook provides information on the proper use of test instruments for verifying the quality of the application of protective coatings. It is applicable to new pipe in the shop, field splices (girth weld areas), existing pipe in the
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Click the Image Below to Download your free SSPC-PA 2 eBook “Coating thickness shall be measured in accordance with SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings Paint Application Standard No. 2 (SSPC-PA 2)” is a simple enough statement, yet this common specification requirement is often misinterpreted….. In This eBook, You’ll Learn… A Brief History of SSPC-PA
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Click Below to Download Volume 1 of our Pipeline Coatings eBook Series The first of three volumes, this eBook provides information on the proper use of test instruments and kits for verifying the quality of surface preparation of new pipe in the shop, field splices (girth weld areas), existing pipe in the field and structural
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Galvanizing presents many challenges to painting operations. While the zinc coating can add substantial life to steel surfaces, its surface chemistry and electrochemical activity can result in conditions leading to adhesion failures of applied organic coatings. The key to successful painting lies in recognizing the many surface conditions presented by new and weathered galvanizing and
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