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Let’s Talk Measuring Intumescent (Fireproofing) Coating Thickness
In the case of CSP and intumescent systems, if they are not applied to the correct thickness across all surfaces of load-bearing steel members or ...
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Let’s Talk Surface Preparation Standards Updates
Surface preparation is frequently considered a key factor in determining the long-term performance of a protective coating system. The two-fold purpose of surface preparation is ...
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Let’s Talk Abrasive Testing in the Shop/Field
Testing of new and recycled abrasive is an important, yet frequently overlooked inspection checkpoint. Abrasive cleanliness is an indirect or referenced requirement for each of ...
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Let’s Talk Measuring Concrete Surface Profile
This article focuses on the standards and techniques for assessing the surface profile/roughness of concrete after various methods of preparation.
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Let’s Talk Instrument Calibration Vs. Accuracy Verification
Instruments that are used to verify quality must be calibrated and verified for accuracy, when feasible. Instrumentation is calibrated by the equipment manufacturer or an ...
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Let’s Talk Stripe Coating Inspection
KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum Issue No. 4 KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum is designed to provide professional development/continuing education on standards, inspection practices, new ...
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The Fundamentals of Cathodic Protection
Anode, cathode, metallic pathway, electrolyte – these are the four components of a corrosion circuit. Eliminate one of them, and you will have successfully mitigated ...
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Laboratory Methods for Simulating Various Service Environments by Immersion Testing
IntroductionThere are a wide range of immersion environments where protective coatings (liquid or powder), sheet materials, or rubber linings may be expected to protect an ...
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Let’s Talk Dull Putty Knives
KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum Issue No. 1 – May 2022 KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum is designed to provide continuing education on standards, inspection ...
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