Selected Answers

From willem van Gent of corrcon Marine on October 18, 2016:
According to my experiance, the best repair of loc ...read more According to my experiance, the best repair of localized coating breakdown is vacuum blasting and feathering of the edges, following by application of  an anti-corrosive primer and the  coating system of the structure.

From Terry Laing of Liquid Corrosion Control Inc. on October 14, 2016:
Depending on exact site and locale, you may be abl ...read more Depending on exact site and locale, you may be able to use a  fluid-applied, thin-film corrosion inhibitor.

From Warren Brand of Chicago Corrosion Group on October 12, 2016:
This is, perhaps, one of the most complex question ...read more This is, perhaps, one of the most complex questions we come across on a regular basis. A comprehensive answer could fill a small book. The short answer is to hire an independent, vendor-neutral, professional corrosion-mitigation firm.

From Eric Williams of Fought & Co. Inc. on October 11, 2016:
The question is ambiguious at best. Utilize SSPC s ...read more The question is ambiguious at best. Utilize SSPC surface prep standards suited for the intended service of the coating, Apply the coating to the manufactures Product Data Sheet, always a fail-safe method to ensure repair longevity.

From Steve Brunner of Indepenent on October 10, 2016:
To best answer this question, we need to know the ...read more To best answer this question, we need to know the corrosive environment and the the area of damage. I will make an assumption there will be salts involved and a small area. In this case, hand-sanding the bare area and surrounding paint is best. For added benefit, the exposed steel can be treated with a pure water wash or a specialty, proprietary chemical  to neutralize or remove any soluble salts.