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Total Shop Painting of New Bridge Steel – Pros and Cons
When all coats of a paint system are applied to bridge steel in an enclosed shop, the quality of the cleaning and painting is typically quite good. …
Performance Testing of Exterior Wood Coatings
Wood is one of the most utilized building materials for exterior structures. Like most exterior substrates, wood structures need protection from the environment. While some wood types…
Podcast #7 – Measuring Ambient Conditions
Welcome to the 7th Installment of the KTA University Podcast! In this podcast, KTA President, Ken Trimber, and COO, Bill Corbett, discuss different methods of instrumentation for…
Preparation of Edges for Coating Performance
Introduction Over 2,000 years ago, the Greek philosopher Aristotle discovered (or uncovered) the fact that our world wasn’t flat. While the earth itself is round, the topography…
Surface Soluble Salt Testing – The Latest in Extraction and Analysis Procedures
Introduction Chemical contaminants on a surface can include chloride, ferrous ions, sulfates and nitrates, among others. These chemicals or “salts” are deposited onto surfaces while the structure…
KTA Celebrating 70th Anniversary in 2019
Pittsburgh, PA – KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA), founded in 1949 as a sole proprietorship, is celebrating its 70th Anniversary this year. KTA was launched by Kenneth Tator to assist clients…
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KTA University is a free resource developed by experts at KTA to provide comprehensive information about the coatings industry. It offers updates on standards, new technology, best practices, and more, making it an essential tool for professionals seeking to stay informed and improve their knowledge in the field. Through articles written by industry leaders, KTA University ensures that users have access to the latest developments and expert insights.