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The Importance of Preparing Jobsite Standards for Surface Cleanliness and Surface Profile Depth Prior to Production Operations
Introduction Surface preparation prior to coating installation is generally composed of two goals: achieving the minimum specified surface cleanliness, and achieving the specified range of ...
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Spray Application – Techniques to Optimize Film Build
When applying coating materials to complex industrial structures, there are several factors that should be considered, including the selection of a spray application method and ...
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Avoiding Poor Specification Language
The success of a coatings project depends on many factors, none more important than the painting specification document. A complete, clear and concise specification will ...
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Under Pressure: The Effects of Rapid Depressurization on Coating System Performance
The oil and gas production and distribution industry presents unique challenges associated with protective coatings performance. Recently, a group of environmental activists, armed only with ...
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Get Your Three (3) Free Coatings E-Books Today!
Three Free Coatings E-Books have been released by KTA-Tator, Inc in the Spring/Summer of 2017. They are all available below: Measuring Coating Thickness According to ...
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KTA Video Learning Series: Concrete Moisture Testing
Concrete Moisture Testing Join KTA President Ken Trimber in this 5 minute video discussing Concrete Moisture Testing.
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Roles & Responsibilities of Quality Assurance & Quality Control Personnel on a Coatings Project
Asset owners are tasked with maximizing their return on investment (ROI). This can pose challenges when deciding where to utilize their limited resources, independent of ...
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Challenges Encountered with In-Process Cleaning and Painting of Buildings
There are many challenges associated with cleaning and painting commercial buildings. Questions often arise regarding surface preparation, application and final thickness or appearance. Three of ...
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Determining the Presence of Asbestos in Commercial Buildings
When planning and designing building renovations and additions, facility upgrades and demolitions, consideration needs to be given to determining whether asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are present ...
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