Problem Solving Forum
April 30 - May 4, 2018
How do you best remove lubricants and other contaminants from field-bolted connections prior to painting?
Selected Answers
From
trevor neale of TF Warren Group on
May 4, 2018:
Hundreds or thousands of field and/or shop bolt a ...read more
Hundreds or thousands of field and/or shop bolt assemblies can be found on a bolted structures that require full corrosion protection. SSPC-SP 1 is the minimum standard, but in some cases where galvanizing was specified, a special primer or treatment may be required and is rarely detailed in the specifications.
This is a good example of the type of item to be discussed at the pre-job meeting.
From
Jonathan Pavlik of PBI Custom Finishes on
May 1, 2018:
Remove the material in accordance with SSPC SP-1, ...read more
Remove the material in accordance with SSPC SP-1, if specifed. Water-soluble, environmentally friendly alkaline cleaners combined with elbow grease can provide a water-break-free surface suitable for surface-tolerant coatings.