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Concrete surface preparation is dynamic to say the least. You will need to consider several factors when selecting the method of surface preparation and the required end result. These factors could include multiple steps to achieve a satisfactory surface for proper coating performance. The first consideration should be as to the age, previous use, and [...]

Concrete appears at first glance to be one of the easier substrates to prepare and coat. The surface in most cases is rough and porous, and should accept coatings with no problems. However, under the surface lies a sleeping beast that can create problems most people never consider. This series of five posts will describe [...]

Your fire hydrants can look as good as your water tanks by using the same Outside Coating Systems (OCS) as those found in the AWWA D102 Standard. Many municipalities hire industrial painting contractors to repaint their hydrants. Often, several dozen hydrants are contracted out in a single bid. Many times these contracts include surface preparation [...]

Got a new tank project upcoming? Want the tank to last a long time? Want it to last a long time and look good, too? You’re able to do this if you’re aware of the AWWA D102 Standard and the Outside Coating Systems within it. Outside Coating Systems (OCS) are defined in Section 4.3.1 as [...]

While I was filling up my car the other day near the lake, a company truck pulled up with a boat in tow.  When I pulled away, I looked over my shoulder to see what clever name was printed on the back of the boat.  It was a name that no owner or engineer wants [...]