Specification Preparation

Are you looking for Specification Preparation for Paint and Coatings?

Preparing specifications for coating work may seem straightforward, but it’s a complex and challenging task. A specification is a contract between the facility owner and the painting contractor, and it must be thorough, clear, concise, and coherent. It needs to be understandable by all parties involved and cover all project elements. Poorly written specifications can lead to costly change orders and potential litigation, while well-written ones ensure project success.

About KTA’s Specification Preparation Services

KTA specializes in creating performance-based, project-specific technical specifications tailored to the owner’s preferred maintenance strategy and approved product list. Our specifications address:

General, Material, and Execution Issues: Covering surface preparation and coating application (the “Coating” specification).
Environmental and Health Controls: Mitigating recognized hazards from toxic metals in existing coatings (the “Toxic Metal” specification).

KTA’s Specification Preparation Services Answer:

What needs to be included in a specification?
Is there a specific specification format to follow?
How do I ensure I’m including the most current industry standards?
How can a performance-based specification prevent costly change orders and litigation?

Why Use KTA to Prepare Your Specifications?

KTA brings decades of experience in preparing specifications for various environments and structures. Our staff holds memberships and leadership positions in industry committees like ASTM, NACE, and SSPC, responsible for writing the standards used in specifications.

KTA’s specifications use “performance” language to set goals and objectives, allowing contractors to determine the means and methods of construction. This approach minimizes project conflicts and virtually eliminates change orders since contractors decide how to meet project requirements.

Ensure your next project’s success with KTA’s expert specification preparation services.

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Contact our Professional Services Group:

Robert B. Leggat, PhD

KTA Laboratory Services Manager

(412) 746-4271
rleggat@kta.com