Background The gloss level of a coating is selected primarily for aesthetics. Choices can range from flat to egg shell, satin, semi-gloss and gloss. Industrial protective coatings are not always available in each of these five levels. The gloss of a protective coating changes over time; these changes may be caused by aging of the […]
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Why do we need to measure ambient conditions? Ambient conditions are the prevailing conditions of air temperature, the moisture content of the air (relative humidity), and the temperature at which condensation will occur (dew point). Most coating specifications have set requirements for monitoring and documenting results for surface and air temperature, relative humidity and dew
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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 proper spray technique that will help achieve continuous coverage at the correct thickness. This article describes several techniques that can be used to optimize film build when applying coating materials
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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 SSPC-PA 2 In April of 2017, KTA-Tator, Inc. released a Free E-Book titled “Measuring Coating Thickness According to SSPC-PA 2.” The E-book, written by KTA COO and SSPC Dry Film Thickness
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Concrete Moisture Testing Join KTA President Ken Trimber in this 5 minute video discussing Concrete Moisture Testing.
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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 whether the project is new construction or rehabilitation of an existing asset. While most can agree that the success of a project can be determined by maximizing longevity or “quality
Permeability of Applied Paints & Coatings… Do I want a permeable coating or not? The answer to the question posed is based on the substrate and the service environment. All paint and coatings are permeable to water, just to different degrees. A high resistance to permeability is likely desirable for lining applied to the interior
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KTA Welcomes New Environmental, Health and Safety Project Manager, Dr. Leah Tipton KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Leah Tipton to its growing Environmental, Health and Safety Department (EH&S). As part of her role as EH&S Project Manager at KTA, Dr. Tipton will be responsible for proposal development, management and
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Stripe Coating The Protective Coatings Glossary (SSPC 00 – 07) defines a “Stripe Coat” as: “A coat of paint applied only to edges or to welds on steel structures before or after a full coat is applied. The stripe coat is intended to give those areas sufficient film build to resist corrosion.” SSPC Paint Guide
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What is considered a good coating specification and how is it written? Specifications are essentially a project “roadmap” that should convey the project scope of work and the requirements in a simple, clear, concise and easy to read format. A well written specification allows the reader to easily navigate, understand, and use the document. The
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