So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Sunday, November 8, 2015

An Understanding Of Protective Coating In Williston

By Mattie Knight


In various areas of the world, protective coating has earned the name industrial coating because of its protective properties. Like the name suggests, protection is the main purpose served by protective coating in Williston ND as opposed to beautifying surfaces it is applied on. However, it may achieve both tasks when customized. Its properties lead to an different application procedure from the one used on conventional paint.

The main application for this product is protecting steel structures such as underground pipes, bridges and offshore platforms. Protection is provided against various elements of weather. However, when used on offshore platforms, it is meant to provide protection against water, which may be salty or fresh. Another important application is where it is used to protect surfaces and items from fire. It has become common these days to hear people talk of fire resistant paint.

Moisture-cure urethane, epoxy and polyurethane are some of the most commonly used polymers in these kinds of coatings. In addition to the aforementioned polymers, fluoropolymer is also very common. Industrial coatings are comprised of several different substances. For instance, composites of Xylan dry-film lubricants include fluoropolymers, polyamide binder resins and thermoset polyimide. Examples of fluoropolymers used include PFA, FEP and PTFE. Polyamide binders are usually suspended in various solvents including N-methyl 2-yrrolidone, dimethlformamide, xylene and ethyl acetate.

The coating industry today is filled with many different kinds of industrial coatings. Some of the main examples include Xylan, phosphate, inorganic zinc and PVD coatings. Basically, the various kinds are the same with little variations. The variations make each type of paint suitable for a different surface and task. As such, it is wise to do some homework before settling on a specific product. One must check to ensure that the product bought matches the task it is meant for.

Typically, the procedure for coating is made of three main tasks, that is, applying the primer, intermediate layer, and finally the top coat. The three layers perform different tasks towards protecting steel against corrosion from soil, the atmosphere, and water. These coatings can also be used on garage floors to protect against wear and tear caused by corrosion resulting from movement. Polyaspartic, polyuria, and epoxy are some of the examples of brands used on garage doors for protection.

Applying a three-layer system involved four basic steps. The first one involves cleaning the surface to remove dirt, old paint, graffiti, dust, oil, and grease among other substances. Abrasive sandblasting may be done using high-pressured water with or without cleaning agents and an abrasive media like sand. Abrasion also makes the surface rough and ready for the second step, which involves application of the primer.

The primer functions to wet the surface and create a layer over which to apply the intermediate coat. Consequently, the intermediate layer makes the surface impermeable and helps to build the thickness. The final top coat offers aesthetic value and helps in resisting chemical attack.

The industry has two major professional organizations, that is, The Society for Protective Coatings and NACE International. They certify practitioners and regulate the industry. Specialists in the industry are called protective coating specialists and they must demonstrate ability to conduct site surveys, review bidders lists, and create paint maintenance programs. They must also demonstrate an understating of appropriate safety, health, and environmental issues.




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