Preventative Coatings
A Primer on Epoxy Zinc Rich Primers
Epoxy zinc rich primers are applied to protect metallic surfaces from corrosion. These primarily work as sacrificial cathodic protection.
Top Nano Coatings Developments to Know for Corrosion Protection
Nanotechnology coatings are making their way into many industry sectors including automotive, aviation, maritime and construction. This...
The Advantages of Smart Coatings and Nanotechnology for Corrosion Prevention
Smart coatings powered by nanotechnology are quickly becoming a cost-effective solution that offer unique solutions. In light of these...
Selecting the Right Coating for Your Application: Polyurea versus Polyurethane
This article provides a basic overview of the relevant differences between two protective coating products for corrosion prevention:...
The Dangers of Typical Corrosion Prevention Solutions
Typical coating solutions come with risks including VOCs, HAPs and flammability, but there are new and unique solutions hitting the market...
Corrosion Industry Experts Share What Innovations They See on the Horizon in 2019
Find out what new innovations you should look out for this year as Corrosionpedia went to NACE Corrosion 2019 (the world’s largest...
The Benefits of Thermal Insulating Coatings for Storage Tanks and Process Vessels in Storm-prone Areas
Thermal insulating coatings can help oil refineries, sugar mills, paper mills, tank farms and process vessels in storm-prone regions with...
Understanding the Special Precautions for Marine Coatings Applied Above the Waterline
Ships and offshore assets have areas with an inherently higher corrosion risk than other areas of the same structure. These areas merit...
Preventing Corrosion with Thermal Insulating Coatings
Thermal insulating coatings are effective at preventing corrosion under insulation because their lack of fibrous materials and a lower...
A Look at Corrosion Barrier Linings for Internal Corrosion Protection
A discussion of alternative barrier linings and coating systems for protecting process vessels and storage tanks from corrosion and erosion...
Working towards Consensus in the Coatings and Corrosion Fields
Behind the technical reason for a failure, there resides a lack of technical curiosity, a search for the truth and, ultimately, a lack of...
How Hydrophilic Coatings Are Effectively Protecting Against Copper Corrosion in High Temperature and Salty Environments
Copper it is not hydrophilic, making it unsuitable for some applications in hot, humid or salty environments. Various surface treatment...
The Composition of a Paint Coating
A coating is a substance spread over a surface to provide protection or to serve decorative purposes. Here's an overview of paint coatings,...
How to Prevent Premature Coating Failures by Removing Soluble Salt Contaminants during Surface Preparation
Here we offer a proven way to remove what is known and documented to be a leading cause of premature coating failures — soluble salt...
CUI Myth: Shop Coatings are Better Quality than Field Coatings
If you have a controlled environment, you’re much more capable of controlling (and thus optimizing) the quality with which a coating is...
10 Best Ways to Prevent Gusset Plate Corrosion
Gusset plate corrosion can cause a reduction in load carrying capability and ultimately lead to a collapse of the structure. Steps should...
Your Comprehensive Guide to Waterproofing with Bituminous Paint
Bituminous coatings are effective at waterproofing and protecting various substrates, particularly metal, from the adverse effects of...
Increasing Coating Performance through Application Process Control
This article reviews the problems and best-practice solutions to achieving good marine coating specifications, while ensuring the...
Tips for Running Coating Projects in Winter
Applying industrial coatings in cold weather can present a number of technical and safety challenges for asset owners and coating...
