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Is there a place for using “rust convertors” in heavy-duty maintenance projects?

Question posted April 22 to April 28, 2013

What is most effective treatment for steel contaminated with MIC before painting ?

Question posted March 18 to March 24, 2013

Is it cost-effective to pressure wash a bridge or other structure before abrasive blasting? What pressures, flow rates, and procedures are recommended?

Question posted November 12 to November 18, 2012

Is it cost-effective to grind steel edges before coating for atmospheric service? Why or why not?

Question posted October 29 to November 4, 2012

What causes static electricity during abrasive blasting? What risk does it pose, and how can it be controlled?

Question posted October 15 to October 21, 2012

What is the proper surface preparation for stainless steel before coating to resist a salt-laden atmosphere?

Question posted September 3 to September 9, 2012

How pure must fresh water be for water washing or waterjetting, and how do you determine the water’s purity?

Question posted August 27 to September 2, 2012

What advantages/disadvantages have you seen with using recycled glass abrasives vs. traditional abrasives?

Question posted August 6 to August 12, 2012

When blasting cast-iron structural steelwork, what type of defects might be found, and how do you address them?

Question posted June 18 to June 24, 2012

How do you remove all traces of an uncured internal coating from a tank when abrasive blasting is not an option?

Question posted June 4 to June 8, 2012

In preparing for coating, what is the best way to treat a steel surface that has been attacked by microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC)?

Question posted May 29 to June 1, 2012

What is the best way to achieve proper surface preparation in areas with limited access, such as interior box beams on bridges?

Question posted May 14 to May 20, 2012

How long can a blasted surface be left before priming under different temperatures/relative humidity environments?

Question posted April 16 to April 22, 2012

How do you determine if local water is suitable for use in UHP waterjetting, particularly in areas where potable water is scarce?

Question posted March 12 to March 18, 2012

Some painting specifications call for the use of “Best Effort” in relation to blasting. How does one determine “Best Effort?”

Question posted February 20 to February 26, 2012

What measures must you take to determine and assure the cleanliness of an abrasive?

Question posted February 6 to February 12, 2012

What is the best method for removing production machine oils soaked deeply into a concrete floor before applying a non-skid coating?

Question posted January 9 to January 15, 2012

When should you specify UHP waterjetting on bridges?

Question posted October 17 to October 23, 2011

Specifications often state that glossy surfaces must be dulled before overcoating. What are some methods for doing this, especially when sanding isn’t feasible or desirable?

Question posted August 29 to September 4, 2011

How can I determine the cleanliness of stainless steel for painting after blast cleaning?

Question posted August 8 to August 14, 2011

What are the options for shop-applied systems (surface preparation and coating type) to protect the interiors and exteriors of new saltwater storage tanks and associated steelwork that will be exposed to seawater, and that will allow for easy touchup and maintenance once the structures are erected?

Question posted July 25 to July 31, 2011

What is the remedial action if a blaster produces too high a surface profile for the required primer thickness?

Question posted July 18 to July 24, 2011

What is the preferred method to remove 25-year-old coal tar epoxy from a carbon steel tank in order to reline?

Question posted June 6 to June 12, 2011

How clean must the compressed-air supply be for blast cleaning, blow down and painting? How is cleanliness of the air determined?

Question posted April 11 to April 17, 2011

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