SSPC 2015 Update

Spot Painting for Bridge Preservation

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2015 Coatings Industry Forecast

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Keystone XL in Limbo after Veto

TransCanada's proposed 1,700-mile oil pipeline from Alberta to...read | comment

New Coating Controls Drone De-Icing

Scientists have developed a powered nano-coating that prevents ice...read | comment

IN Aims to Repeal Public Works Base Pay

Public-works construction crews would lose their 80-year-old base...read | comment

Marine/Protective Manager Needed

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J Johnson on Keystone XL in Limbo after Veto
One could always do what is right for the people and do as the president do...
S Mellon on Keystone XL in Limbo after Veto
A lot of jobs have been lost do to this Veto!!!!!! What a shame!!!
l de miranda on $5M Bridge Contract Awarded in FL
Michael. Surely, a sound inspection´s program as you doing is the ideal sit...
S Hope on New Coating Controls Drone De-Icing
interesting product, wonder whether it could be used instead of traditional...
G Kuljian on Field Performance of Polysiloxanes
I think the zinc system will perform better. If you add a second coat, dep...
B Russell on Tower Painter's Death Draws $115K Fine
Well said and I agree with you M.Halliwell, Robert I did not mean to imply...
m deaton on $5M Bridge Contract Awarded in FL
Luiz. I would imagine if you turned a paint contractor loose on a multimill...
N Petticrew on Houston Group Names Next President
Congratulations Tim on your election as Preisdent for the Coating Society o...
l de miranda on $5M Bridge Contract Awarded in FL
The question is:is the coating applied correctly? In much cases, the answer...
J Trevino on New Urethanes Tout Fast Cure
Good format to place a commercial .

What are the pros and cons of using an organic vs. inorganic zinc primer? psf

Jan 26, 2015

I understand that the EPA is reluctant to allow the use of nanoparticles in coatings, due to their tendency to persist in the environment. What is the real risk, and how can the nanocoating industry address it?

Jan 19, 2015

Achieving Efficiencies with Coatings and Linings Work in Gulf Coast Environments

Dec 16, 2014

Machinery Foundation Grouting: Performance Solutions that Challenge Movement

Nov 24, 2014

Gaining Traction: Low VOC and Sprayable Siloxane Non-Skid/Non-Slip Coating

Nov 24, 2014

On surface prep challenges, time & costs Feature

Dec 16, 2014

A specification for a bridge to be built of high-performance weathering steel requires an SSPC-SP 1...

Safe use of chemical strippers

Dec 16, 2014

On Surface Prep in Non-Sparking Environments

Nov 24, 2014

Surface Preparation of Concrete

Nov 5, 2014

Addressing the Maintenance Challenge

Sep 25, 2014

Game of Pros: Experience v. Credentials

Jan 2, 2015

Infrared spectroscopy

Dec 16, 2014

Where It All Went So Wrong

Dec 9, 2014

Failure? Analyze This (or Don't)

Nov 17, 2014

On replacing blistered coatings

Oct 22, 2014

What confined-space rescue protocol (internal, third party, etc.) have you developed, and why did you choose this plan? psf

Feb 23, 2015

Managing Chemical Hazards & Permissible Exposure Limits: Coatings Industry Considerations

Dec 16, 2014

Confined Space:
Have We Learned Our Lesson Yet?

Aug 14, 2014

Opening a Loophole for Stale Claims

Jul 21, 2014

How should surface preparation be conducted in non-sparking atmospheres?

Jun 23, 2014

Welcome to SSPC 2015

Dec 16, 2014

Enjoy Special Events, Awards at SSPC 2015

Dec 16, 2014

Brush Up on Your Skills in SSPC 2015’s Workshops

Dec 16, 2014

Add To Your Training and Certification at SSPC 2015

Dec 16, 2014

Open Your Mind to SSPC 2015’s Technical Program

Dec 16, 2014

Under what conditions should stainless steel be painted in the oil and gas industry? psf

Nov 3, 2014

Getting the most out of airless spray

Oct 22, 2014

Holiday Detection

Sep 25, 2014

Adhesion Testing

Sep 5, 2014

Performance of Coatings Over Waterjetted Surfaces

Sep 3, 2014

Overcoming the Obstacles in Formulating Solvent-Based Low VOC Acrylic Two-Component Urethanes

Oct 30, 2014

Where can I find industry standards for air quality during spray painting operations, specifically regarding moisture, oil and particulates?

Sep 8, 2014

Free Video Covers Ambient Conditions

Mar 31, 2014

EPA Seeks Entries for Green Challenge

Mar 25, 2014

Plan for Chemical Hit List Sparks Heat

Mar 24, 2014

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