Applying Zinc Chromate-Vinyl Butyral Wash Primer PAINT SPECIFICATION NO. 27 – Basic Zinc Chromate-Vinyl Butyral Wash Primer 1. Scope 1.1 This specification covers a two-component basic zinc chromate-vinyl butyral wash primer for structural steel surfaces prior to painting. 1.2 It is intended that this coating be used primarily on clean
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Aluminum Vinyl Paint
PAINT SPECIFICATION NO. 8 – Aluminum Vinyl Paint 1. Aluminum Vinyl Paint Scope 1.1 This specification covers a ready-to-mix aluminum vinyl chloride, acetate copolymer paint intended for use over vinyl butyral wash primer (SSPC-Paint 27) or as a finish coat over vinyl chloride-acetate copolymer paint such as SSPC-Paint 9. This
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Aluminum Alkyd Paint Leafing (Type I) & Non-Leafing (Type II)
PAINT SPECIFICATION NO. 101 – Aluminum Alkyd Paint Leafing (Type I) and Non-Leafing (Type II) 1. Scope 1.1 This specification covers two types of aluminum alkyd paint for steel. Both have good weathering in rural, industrial, and marine atmospheres. They are also excellent paints for interiors. These paints are not
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A Commentary On Paint Specifications
SSPC-Paint COM November 1, 2004 – SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings 1. Description Since 1955, the SSPC has issued specifications for coatings that have performed well in actual use on steel structures. When these paint specifications are used in conjunction with the SSPC standards for surface preparation, paint application,
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Rust Bullet Application Methods, Coating Failures & Preparation Rules
Rust Bullet Application Spray & Non-Spray Coating Application Methods Non-Spray Roll Roll (direct and reverse) In direct roll coating, the applicator roll rotates in the same direction as the substrate moves. In reverse roll coating, metal feed stock is fed between the rolls as a continuous coil. The applicator roll
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Introduction To Vehicle Corrosion
History of Vehicle Corrosion Before the 1950’s, automobile owners reported no evidence of corrosion related problems. The first signs of automobile corrosion appeared on the year 1955. As the years pass by, localized corrosion of 430 stainless steel (1960), Galvanic corrosion (1965), Body perforation (1970), Corrosion of anodized aluminum (1980),
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Introduction to Corrosion and Process
Corrosion Process what is it? Corrosion Process is the deterioration of materials by chemical interaction with their environment. Most metals corrode on contact with water (and moisture in the air). This can be acids, bases, salts, oils, aggressive metal polishes, and other solid and liquid chemicals. Metals will also corrode
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Corrosion Stages/Scale
Stages of Corrosion Generally, corrosion problem is measured or rated at 4 stages. The stages of corrosion rating are on a scale of 0 to 4. One must establish a consistency of assessing material corrosion conditions. This Stage/Scale system is designed to assist common folks in understanding of corrosion problems
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The 4 Components of Paints & Coatings
Pigment Binder or Resin Additive? Solvent or Liquid? Pigment Two different types of pigment go into a can of paint. First are “prime” pigments. These provide color and hide. Second are low-cost “extender” pigments. By comparison, they add bulk to the product, but have little value as it relates to
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Rust Bullet Real Time Applications and Benefits
The following projects and picture demonstrate the excellent results from Rust Bullet Application. Marine Applications Automotive Applications Concrete Coating Rust and Common Rust Protection Products Rust has historically been known as “the cancer of iron and steel” and yet, only short-term fixes have been available. To amplify the problem, the
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