Tank lining projects follow a fairly straightforward implementation process beginning with material identification, project planning, tank preparation, application and continuous quality control and evaluation.
Expert painting contractors can recommend the best-matched coating product specific for the tank's surface material. A survey of the tank's location, work crew organization, and addressing all of the project's logistical issues are part of the project planning phase. Once the project is underway, careful preparatory procedures are conducted to ready the tank for the eventual lining. Abrasive blasting prepares the surface of the tank by removing traces of dirt and any surface contaminants, increasing the lining profile and guaranteeing favorable adhesion during the lining application.
Tank lining materials that comply with industry standards are then applied to specification. The method of application may vary depending on the expertise and the way of working of painting contractors. The specific requirements of the tank come into consideration, such as in cases where large areas often require the use of airless sprays, and hard-to-reach corners and seams require careful manual application.
As part of an effective quality control system, monitoring, testing, results interpretation and implementing the appropriate actions for any problems that may arise all throughout the project is also an integral part of the whole tank lining process.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tank lining specialists gets the job done
Understanding the danger of corrosion and the other possible damages that can threaten the structural soundness of a container tank is the first step towards guaranteeing long-term tank protection. With a healthy dose of respect for the potential effect of corrosion comes the realization that the successful application of tank linings in the inner walls can prevent corrosion, abrasions, and other damages from occurring.
Because of the serious consequences of tank corrosion, tank lining applications should be effectively implemented as part of the facility's maintenance objectives. However, tank lining application is a challenging activity involving the right execution of processes, materials, and manpower. For this reason it is essential to entrust the work of tank lining to experienced painting contractors. Hiring the best painting contractors who have the skills and experience for such a specialized task will ensure high-performance in tank linings.
Qualified painting contractors understand that storage tanks are often used for a variety of purposes and functions, and thus require different types of lining materials. The tank lining specialists can match the suitability of tank lining products to any particular tank project, as well as educating facility managers on possible tank lining application issues and other maintenance requirements.
Because of the serious consequences of tank corrosion, tank lining applications should be effectively implemented as part of the facility's maintenance objectives. However, tank lining application is a challenging activity involving the right execution of processes, materials, and manpower. For this reason it is essential to entrust the work of tank lining to experienced painting contractors. Hiring the best painting contractors who have the skills and experience for such a specialized task will ensure high-performance in tank linings.
Qualified painting contractors understand that storage tanks are often used for a variety of purposes and functions, and thus require different types of lining materials. The tank lining specialists can match the suitability of tank lining products to any particular tank project, as well as educating facility managers on possible tank lining application issues and other maintenance requirements.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Protective tank linings
Like any material on earth that interacts with other matters and elements, storage tanks cannot escape the ravages of corrosion that gradually weaken its structural integrity over time. Inside a storage tank, changes are taking place when air, the tank's contents and the material of the tank’s walls come in direct contact with each other. This change ushers corrosion, which occurs regardless of the type of tank content -- be it liquid materials like fuel, water or gas, or solid materials such as sand, flour or rocks.
Industrial storage tanks must have high-quality tank linings installed in the walls of the inner chamber to prevent damages caused by corrosion and other types of deterioration such as abrasions, rusting, cracking, among others. Tank linings are also essential for the prevention of spillage that can lead to serious safety and health risks.
To prevent the onset of structural damages caused by corrosion and other caustic interactions inside the tank, the application of tank linings offers protection to the inner walls. Tank linings also repair any damage that has already occurred. When high-quality tank linings have been successfully applied, corrosion is halted from spreading, lessening the necessity of frequent maintenance and repair. When repairs are few, the useful life of the tank is lengthened, which has a direct effect on cost. Tank linings also play a critical role in preventing the growth of health-threatening micro-organisms that breed when the tank sustains liquid permeations from minute cracks and tears.
Industrial storage tanks must have high-quality tank linings installed in the walls of the inner chamber to prevent damages caused by corrosion and other types of deterioration such as abrasions, rusting, cracking, among others. Tank linings are also essential for the prevention of spillage that can lead to serious safety and health risks.
To prevent the onset of structural damages caused by corrosion and other caustic interactions inside the tank, the application of tank linings offers protection to the inner walls. Tank linings also repair any damage that has already occurred. When high-quality tank linings have been successfully applied, corrosion is halted from spreading, lessening the necessity of frequent maintenance and repair. When repairs are few, the useful life of the tank is lengthened, which has a direct effect on cost. Tank linings also play a critical role in preventing the growth of health-threatening micro-organisms that breed when the tank sustains liquid permeations from minute cracks and tears.
Monday, April 27, 2009
How to Apply Industrial Tank Linings
Industrial storage tanks, regardless of their usage and function, are commonly prone to corrosion, which is caused by the interaction of air, the tank’s contents, and the tank’s inner surface material. If not addressed sufficiently, corrosion can lead to damages. On top of the corrosion problem, storage tanks are also vulnerable to other types of damages like abrasions, rusting, and cracking, among others. When these damages are not rectified immediately, they can lead to serious loss of structural integrity, leading to potential safety and health risks.
To address this possible industrial hazard, the application of tank linings should be of paramount importance. The success elements are skilled painting contractors, appropriate tank lining materials, correct application process and quality control systems. When all of these factors are put in place, tank lining projects can effectively prolong the useful life of this important industrial equipment and infrastructure – the storage tank.
Applying industrial tank linings therefore requires an in-depth understanding of the causes and effects of corrosion and other potential damages to the storage tank. It is also a wise choice to enlist the help of expert painting contractors to identify the tank lining products that would be most effective for the specific needs of the tank. Tank lining specialists can also appraise facility managers of possible tank lining application issues and maintenance requirements, as well as execute the tank lining process with a high-degree of proficiency and quality results.
To address this possible industrial hazard, the application of tank linings should be of paramount importance. The success elements are skilled painting contractors, appropriate tank lining materials, correct application process and quality control systems. When all of these factors are put in place, tank lining projects can effectively prolong the useful life of this important industrial equipment and infrastructure – the storage tank.
Applying industrial tank linings therefore requires an in-depth understanding of the causes and effects of corrosion and other potential damages to the storage tank. It is also a wise choice to enlist the help of expert painting contractors to identify the tank lining products that would be most effective for the specific needs of the tank. Tank lining specialists can also appraise facility managers of possible tank lining application issues and maintenance requirements, as well as execute the tank lining process with a high-degree of proficiency and quality results.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Applying Tank Coatings against Corrosion
Tank corrosion commonly occurs when liquids and acids react chemically with the surface material of the storage tank. This caustic interaction often results to the slow breakdown of the tank’s surface composition. The continuous caustic reaction leads to corrosion, which brings material degradation, surface discoloration, and severe deterioration to the storage tank. When corrosion is not prevented, this can threaten the tank’s structural integrity and can lead to disastrous tank failure.
Because of the potential for damage, corrosion is a threat that should be taken seriously by tank owners. It is therefore one of the main reasons why choosing the best tank coatings is a very important factor to ensure tank protection.
Although many high-quality tank coatings are already available in the market, the actual tank coatings application plays a major role in achieving the best protection against corrosion. For factory-welded tanks, coatings that are consistently and expertly applied, dried and cured, with full adherence and strict observance of quality-control processes almost always guarantee the highest quality performance in tank coatings.
For field-welded tanks, onsite coatings application should undergo a chemical process to protect from welding damages. Stricter quality control procedures and constant third-party inspections should be meticulously implemented, to lessen any defects that may arise from the less-controlled field environment and the unpredictable effects of the weather and the elements.
Because of the potential for damage, corrosion is a threat that should be taken seriously by tank owners. It is therefore one of the main reasons why choosing the best tank coatings is a very important factor to ensure tank protection.
Although many high-quality tank coatings are already available in the market, the actual tank coatings application plays a major role in achieving the best protection against corrosion. For factory-welded tanks, coatings that are consistently and expertly applied, dried and cured, with full adherence and strict observance of quality-control processes almost always guarantee the highest quality performance in tank coatings.
For field-welded tanks, onsite coatings application should undergo a chemical process to protect from welding damages. Stricter quality control procedures and constant third-party inspections should be meticulously implemented, to lessen any defects that may arise from the less-controlled field environment and the unpredictable effects of the weather and the elements.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Prevent Corrosion with the Help of Experts
The nature of corrosion – what it does and how if affects material surfaces – is well-understood in the industry. Its effect to containment tanks, in particular, has been noted, observed and written about many times because of the risks involved in the event of structural failure. And when the subject of storage tank corrosion comes up, the topic of tank linings or tank coatings is also discussed.
Because of the great risks involved when tanks fall victim to corrosion, effective anti-corrosion tank coatings combined with the proper way to apply it are some of the most important factors to consider in the fight against corrosion. But these factors can only be effective when entrusted to the hands of tank lining experts.
What are the things to look for in hiring a tank coatings contractor for the job? A long history of quality work experience is definitely one of the crucial factors to consider. A review of the contractor's portfolio will yield valuable information such as the quality of coatings that the contractor often use, the coating processes they practice, their quality control procedures, and any third-party accreditation they have earned.
The choice of skilled manpower to implement an anti-corrosion tank coatings system is perhaps the most important choice that any facility manager can make. In the hands of a high-trained tank coatings specialist, the identification of coatings product to use and the correct way to use it is guaranteed.
Because of the great risks involved when tanks fall victim to corrosion, effective anti-corrosion tank coatings combined with the proper way to apply it are some of the most important factors to consider in the fight against corrosion. But these factors can only be effective when entrusted to the hands of tank lining experts.
What are the things to look for in hiring a tank coatings contractor for the job? A long history of quality work experience is definitely one of the crucial factors to consider. A review of the contractor's portfolio will yield valuable information such as the quality of coatings that the contractor often use, the coating processes they practice, their quality control procedures, and any third-party accreditation they have earned.
The choice of skilled manpower to implement an anti-corrosion tank coatings system is perhaps the most important choice that any facility manager can make. In the hands of a high-trained tank coatings specialist, the identification of coatings product to use and the correct way to use it is guaranteed.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Earth Day 2009 and the Green Generation
April 22, 2009 is a special day for our planet, as citizens all over the world pledge to honor the great Mother Earth on this very day. This year’s observance of Earth Day is even more significant and memorable with the launching of The Green Generation Campaign, which strives for three important goals:
- A carbon-free future based on renewable energy;
- Each individual’s personal commitment to responsible and sustainable resource use;
- Creation of a green economy that combats poverty through green education and provision of green jobs.
Recognizing the fervent need to save the planet, stakeholders from all over the world – grassroots communities, local villages, major cities and various companies and organizations – mobilize for this meaningful change.
The building industry is one with the whole world in honoring the planet on Earth Day. Over at Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International, for instance, they have released a one-page communiqué “100 Days, 100 Ways”, that gives out 100 Earth Day tips urging property professionals to go green. The essence of BOMA’s message is on energy efficiency (i.e., regular inspection of building equipment and cleaning windows to allow more natural light), water conservation (i.e., install low-flow toilets and reduce water pressure), “reduce-reuse-recycle” (i.e., work with vendors who have recycling programs), tenant awareness (i.e., offer tenant training for recycling and composting programs), and promoting indoor air quality (i.e., dispose of garbage promptly and properly).
With a more concerted effort from more committed stakeholders, Earth Day 2009 carries a more hopeful promise than its previous observances. Everyone must do their share to make this promise become reality for our environment, for the good of all.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Anti-Corrosive Tank Coatings
Storage tanks can be protected and made resistant to corrosion with the correct application of high-quality tank coatings. The right type of tank coatings provides chemical resistance to prevent corrosion and any abrasive damages. When tank coatings are applied successfully to the surface of the tank, this guarantees long-lasting protection to the containment tank, incurring lesser maintenance and repair costs as a result.
Storage tanks are often made of steel, aluminum or concrete. Because of this, many tank coatings are manufactured that cater to tanks constructed of these materials. Either for inner lining or exterior protective painting, manufacturers have created a vast variety of tank coatings products depending on the tank’s surface material. The most common are epoxy coatings, elastomeric painting products, cold weather coatings, and even tank coatings that are specifically designed to be highly-resistant to caustic acids and chemicals.
With the myriad of products to choose from, there is only one common criterion in choosing the best anti-corrosive coatings product for any particular tank -- the "best-fit" criteria. This means it is important to always choose tank coatings that are specifically designed for the tank's properties, characteristics and requirements. If any chemical is present within the tank, the coating products to use must guarantee that enough protection and no adverse reaction to this chemical will occur in the future.
An expert tank lining contractor should be able to work with facilities managers to choose the most suitable anti-corrosive tank coatings for any particular storage tank.
Storage tanks are often made of steel, aluminum or concrete. Because of this, many tank coatings are manufactured that cater to tanks constructed of these materials. Either for inner lining or exterior protective painting, manufacturers have created a vast variety of tank coatings products depending on the tank’s surface material. The most common are epoxy coatings, elastomeric painting products, cold weather coatings, and even tank coatings that are specifically designed to be highly-resistant to caustic acids and chemicals.
With the myriad of products to choose from, there is only one common criterion in choosing the best anti-corrosive coatings product for any particular tank -- the "best-fit" criteria. This means it is important to always choose tank coatings that are specifically designed for the tank's properties, characteristics and requirements. If any chemical is present within the tank, the coating products to use must guarantee that enough protection and no adverse reaction to this chemical will occur in the future.
An expert tank lining contractor should be able to work with facilities managers to choose the most suitable anti-corrosive tank coatings for any particular storage tank.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Tank Coatings: The Best Defense against Corrosion
Containment tanks, particularly liquid storage containers, are some of the most challenging industrial structures when it comes to corrosion prevention and protection. Tanks are often subjected to corrosion from the inside out.
Liquids, by nature, have certain chemical properties that have a strong tendency for corrosion. From ordinary potable water to complex and specialized chemicals, liquids stored inside containment tanks uniquely affect inner tank coatings. The reaction exposes the tank’s inner chamber to the constant possibility of corrosion, abrasion, and decay. Externally, tanks are often exposed to ecological phenomena – dust, humidity, wind – that have equally unfavorable corrosive effects.
How does corrosion take place? In general, tank corrosion occurs when liquids or acidic elements produce a chemical reaction when they come in contact with the surface of the tank. Often, such caustic interaction leads to the gradual breakdown of the tank’s surface composition. The constant reaction leads to corrosion, which has the effect of degrading the tank’s material, discoloring the tank’s surface, and causing severe deterioration that can threaten the tank’s structural integrity.
The likelihood of damage due to corrosion is therefore one of the main reasons why it is very important to choose the correct tank coatings for tank protection.
Liquids, by nature, have certain chemical properties that have a strong tendency for corrosion. From ordinary potable water to complex and specialized chemicals, liquids stored inside containment tanks uniquely affect inner tank coatings. The reaction exposes the tank’s inner chamber to the constant possibility of corrosion, abrasion, and decay. Externally, tanks are often exposed to ecological phenomena – dust, humidity, wind – that have equally unfavorable corrosive effects.
How does corrosion take place? In general, tank corrosion occurs when liquids or acidic elements produce a chemical reaction when they come in contact with the surface of the tank. Often, such caustic interaction leads to the gradual breakdown of the tank’s surface composition. The constant reaction leads to corrosion, which has the effect of degrading the tank’s material, discoloring the tank’s surface, and causing severe deterioration that can threaten the tank’s structural integrity.
The likelihood of damage due to corrosion is therefore one of the main reasons why it is very important to choose the correct tank coatings for tank protection.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Part 4: 5 Tips to Choosing a Tank Lining Contractor
Continued: 5 Tips to Choosing a Tank Lining Contractor
Painting contractors have different levels of expertise, experience and way of working when it comes to tank lining projects. That is the main reason why hiring the most qualified among them is a task that needs careful consideration. Keeping in mind further that any particular containment tank has case-specific tank lining requirements and could differ in details from one project to another, and that preventing structural failure is of utmost priority, then the selection process for painting contractors is made all the more crucial.
The last tip below finalizes this series of blogs on choosing a tank lining contractor:
5. Obtain a performance guarantee
A performance guarantee from tank lining contractors will ensure that the project has long-term protection in the event of project failure. The painting contractors must be able to provide a guarantee of good performance as part of a final contract.
The warranty should declare that the delivered tank lining work is of good quality and will not result to defects and problems in the future. Should any problems arise in the period covered by the warranty, painting contractors will provide the necessary labor to rectify the problem, while product-specific warranties are dependent on the manufacturer.
Tank lining is a highly-specialized job with many complex elements to consider, which is why the rigorous examination of the capabilities of the painting contractors always guarantees positive tank lining results.
Painting contractors have different levels of expertise, experience and way of working when it comes to tank lining projects. That is the main reason why hiring the most qualified among them is a task that needs careful consideration. Keeping in mind further that any particular containment tank has case-specific tank lining requirements and could differ in details from one project to another, and that preventing structural failure is of utmost priority, then the selection process for painting contractors is made all the more crucial.
The last tip below finalizes this series of blogs on choosing a tank lining contractor:
5. Obtain a performance guarantee
A performance guarantee from tank lining contractors will ensure that the project has long-term protection in the event of project failure. The painting contractors must be able to provide a guarantee of good performance as part of a final contract.
The warranty should declare that the delivered tank lining work is of good quality and will not result to defects and problems in the future. Should any problems arise in the period covered by the warranty, painting contractors will provide the necessary labor to rectify the problem, while product-specific warranties are dependent on the manufacturer.
Tank lining is a highly-specialized job with many complex elements to consider, which is why the rigorous examination of the capabilities of the painting contractors always guarantees positive tank lining results.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Part 3: 5 Tips to Choosing a Tank Lining Contractor
Continued: 5 Tips to Choosing a Tank Lining Contractor
Since containment tanks are one of the industry’s most complex structures when it comes to coating applications, it is crucial that only the most qualified painting contractors will perform tank lining projects. The previous blog discussed the third common-sense tip on how to choose the right tank lining contractor, that is, to examine closely the processes and methodologies that the prospective painting contractors commonly perform in past projects and plan to perform in this particular tank lining activity.
Upon establishing the capabilities of the painting contractors, it’s time to focus on the safety standards that they uphold, and particularly how this affects the tank lining project:
4. Examine the safety and best practice standards of the painting contractors
It is critical that the contractor adheres to safety compliance policies and applies them conscientiously in all aspects of the tank lining project, from tank lining products to be used, on to work area standard safety regulations.
The contractor must be mindful with the need for the safest coatings product for the tank lining project, as approved by NACE and SSPC standards. In cases of tank lining for food storage tanks, familiarity with FDA and EPA regulations should also be considered by the qualified painting contractors.
Determine further the contractor’s ability to observe safety precautions based on the OSHA material safety data sheet, as well as the contractor’s safety equipments such as ladders and scaffoldings, protective workers' garments, and first-aid or emergency procedures.
The amount of effort involved in upholding safety procedures lessens the risk of project failure, and should be one of the most stringent criteria in choosing the tank lining contractors.
The last blog in this 4-part series will talk about obtaining a performance guarantee from the tank lining contractor.
Since containment tanks are one of the industry’s most complex structures when it comes to coating applications, it is crucial that only the most qualified painting contractors will perform tank lining projects. The previous blog discussed the third common-sense tip on how to choose the right tank lining contractor, that is, to examine closely the processes and methodologies that the prospective painting contractors commonly perform in past projects and plan to perform in this particular tank lining activity.
Upon establishing the capabilities of the painting contractors, it’s time to focus on the safety standards that they uphold, and particularly how this affects the tank lining project:
4. Examine the safety and best practice standards of the painting contractors
It is critical that the contractor adheres to safety compliance policies and applies them conscientiously in all aspects of the tank lining project, from tank lining products to be used, on to work area standard safety regulations.
The contractor must be mindful with the need for the safest coatings product for the tank lining project, as approved by NACE and SSPC standards. In cases of tank lining for food storage tanks, familiarity with FDA and EPA regulations should also be considered by the qualified painting contractors.
Determine further the contractor’s ability to observe safety precautions based on the OSHA material safety data sheet, as well as the contractor’s safety equipments such as ladders and scaffoldings, protective workers' garments, and first-aid or emergency procedures.
The amount of effort involved in upholding safety procedures lessens the risk of project failure, and should be one of the most stringent criteria in choosing the tank lining contractors.
The last blog in this 4-part series will talk about obtaining a performance guarantee from the tank lining contractor.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Part 2: 5 Tips to Choosing a Tank Lining Contractor
Continued: 5 Tips to Choosing a Tank Lining Contractor
The previous blog discussed the challenges normally involved in tank lining projects, owing to the nature of containment tanks that are a complex combination of design, size, location, and function. For repair and maintenance of storage tanks, only highly-qualified painting contractors can ensure the success of tank lining projects. Facility managers are advised to shun from choosing contractors based on cost, avoiding low-bidding yet potentially-unqualified painting contractors. What is important is the experience of the painting contractors, backed by client testimonials, and their capability to deliver quality to the specific tank lining project.
Below is another tip to consider in hiring a tank lining contractor:
3. Evaluate the process and methodology used by the contractor
Based on previous projects, examine the painting contractors' tank lining job practices. It is important to be aware of the methodologies and best practices that the contractor commonly use and what will be applied in this particular project. The methodologies of the painting contractors equate to their core strength and competency to deliver good performance.
Contractor’s competencies can be derived from their choice of tank lining products and materials, their familiarity and experience in the particular design and specification of the tank, and their standard operating procedures and processes. Painting contractors with the most efficient and effective surface preparation, coating application and post-project methodologies can guarantee the success of the tank lining project. If possible, a site visit to the contractor’s facilities will help assess their capabilities further.
The safety procedures and standards used by painting contractors is another important factor essential to a successful tank lining project, and will be discussed in the next blog.
The previous blog discussed the challenges normally involved in tank lining projects, owing to the nature of containment tanks that are a complex combination of design, size, location, and function. For repair and maintenance of storage tanks, only highly-qualified painting contractors can ensure the success of tank lining projects. Facility managers are advised to shun from choosing contractors based on cost, avoiding low-bidding yet potentially-unqualified painting contractors. What is important is the experience of the painting contractors, backed by client testimonials, and their capability to deliver quality to the specific tank lining project.
Below is another tip to consider in hiring a tank lining contractor:
3. Evaluate the process and methodology used by the contractor
Based on previous projects, examine the painting contractors' tank lining job practices. It is important to be aware of the methodologies and best practices that the contractor commonly use and what will be applied in this particular project. The methodologies of the painting contractors equate to their core strength and competency to deliver good performance.
Contractor’s competencies can be derived from their choice of tank lining products and materials, their familiarity and experience in the particular design and specification of the tank, and their standard operating procedures and processes. Painting contractors with the most efficient and effective surface preparation, coating application and post-project methodologies can guarantee the success of the tank lining project. If possible, a site visit to the contractor’s facilities will help assess their capabilities further.
The safety procedures and standards used by painting contractors is another important factor essential to a successful tank lining project, and will be discussed in the next blog.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Part 1: 5 Tips to Choosing a Tank Lining Contractor
Storage tanks often involve a more complex coating process than any other industrial structures because of the challenges that come with the tank’s design, size, location, and function. Because storage tanks are naturally complicated to maintain and repair, there is a need to ensure that the structural integrity of the storage tank is upheld at all times, through hiring the most qualified painting contractors to perform tank lining and coating projects.
Many painting contractors can provide tank lining services in different ways, but to hire only the best and the most appropriate contractor for specific tank projects, there are some guidelines to follow:
1. Be wary of low bidders
Examine beyond the monetary gains offered by a low-bidding contractor, and consider the project requirements. Fight the urge to go for the cheapest tank lining contractor for the sake of cost savings. Tank lining projects often entail near-perfect execution prior, during and after the project, which is why there should be no skimping for the right materials, equipment and personnel. Consider if the bidding painting contractors can deliver the requirements and still maintain attractive costs.
2. Choose only experienced painting contractors
Past and present projects completed must be the main criteria in assessing painting contractors’ capabilities. The contractor’s portfolio must include client testimonies to determine their competency. Since tank lining projects differ from one another depending on project requirements, there is also a need to determine the painting contractors’ experience in the specific lining materials that the project requires.
The next blog will talk about the third tip in choosing a tank lining contractor, which is, examining the processes and methodologies that the contractor will use for the project.
Many painting contractors can provide tank lining services in different ways, but to hire only the best and the most appropriate contractor for specific tank projects, there are some guidelines to follow:
1. Be wary of low bidders
Examine beyond the monetary gains offered by a low-bidding contractor, and consider the project requirements. Fight the urge to go for the cheapest tank lining contractor for the sake of cost savings. Tank lining projects often entail near-perfect execution prior, during and after the project, which is why there should be no skimping for the right materials, equipment and personnel. Consider if the bidding painting contractors can deliver the requirements and still maintain attractive costs.
2. Choose only experienced painting contractors
Past and present projects completed must be the main criteria in assessing painting contractors’ capabilities. The contractor’s portfolio must include client testimonies to determine their competency. Since tank lining projects differ from one another depending on project requirements, there is also a need to determine the painting contractors’ experience in the specific lining materials that the project requires.
The next blog will talk about the third tip in choosing a tank lining contractor, which is, examining the processes and methodologies that the contractor will use for the project.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Painting Contractors for Manufacturing Plants
Manufacturing industries are a hive of activity from sun-up to sundown everyday of the week, processing raw materials and transforming them into finished products for market consumption and consumer satisfaction. This 24x7 operational schedule allows only a minimal window of downtime when the need for plant maintenance activities arises.
Despite the small downtime window, maintenance projects in manufacturing plants are mission-critical to the manufacturing business, even industrial coating application projects. The small downtime coupled with criticality to business is the main reason why any industrial coating project should be performed by the most highly-skilled manufacturing plant painting contractors in the business. The painting company hired to conduct coatings application on the plant premises must be able to execute the project quickly and with high-quality, without disrupting the production schedule.
Manufacturing plant painting contractors should preferably be certified and reliable in manufacturing coating applications. A well-trained applicator from the capable painting company will be able to render quality coating services, beginning with surface preparation, coating material selection, painting and post activity cleanup.
Manufacturing plant facility managers must always make certain that expert contractors are hired for industrial coatings maintenance and repair to guarantee earlier project completion. The quick yet meticulous coatings application will translate to the least business interruption and ultimately, realize cost savings to the manufacturing business.
Despite the small downtime window, maintenance projects in manufacturing plants are mission-critical to the manufacturing business, even industrial coating application projects. The small downtime coupled with criticality to business is the main reason why any industrial coating project should be performed by the most highly-skilled manufacturing plant painting contractors in the business. The painting company hired to conduct coatings application on the plant premises must be able to execute the project quickly and with high-quality, without disrupting the production schedule.
Manufacturing plant painting contractors should preferably be certified and reliable in manufacturing coating applications. A well-trained applicator from the capable painting company will be able to render quality coating services, beginning with surface preparation, coating material selection, painting and post activity cleanup.
Manufacturing plant facility managers must always make certain that expert contractors are hired for industrial coatings maintenance and repair to guarantee earlier project completion. The quick yet meticulous coatings application will translate to the least business interruption and ultimately, realize cost savings to the manufacturing business.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Coating Products for Manufacturing Plants
Manufacturing plants often rely on skilled manufacturing plant painting contractors for any of their industrial coatings requirement, be it part of scheduled plant maintenance or as enhancement of manufacturing products and product components.
The manufacturing plant painting company can apply coatings to any type of material or surface. To coat manufacturing product components, there are various industrial coating products that can be used, from rubber, silver, plastic, latex or even gold. There are also standard protective coatings like epoxy, latex, phenolic resins, polyurethane, to mention a few.
Coating products are often combined with resins such as alkyd, epoxies, furan, or thermosetting resins to coat components and surfaces with a thin film. For color variations, titanium dioxide-based pigments are also added. Coating fillers like mica, calcium carbonate or talc are also added to maintain coating consistency and viscosity.
Manufacturing plant painting contractors apply coatings in a variety of forms, such as aerosols, liquids, powders, solvents-based and many others. To observe safety and lessen coating application risks, the coating applicator from the painting company uses protective gear when applying VOCs-emitting coating products. VOCs like alcohol, glycol, and other volatile organic substances can be released to the air and potentially bring harm not only the coating applicator but to the environment as well.
The manufacturing plant painting company can apply coatings to any type of material or surface. To coat manufacturing product components, there are various industrial coating products that can be used, from rubber, silver, plastic, latex or even gold. There are also standard protective coatings like epoxy, latex, phenolic resins, polyurethane, to mention a few.
Coating products are often combined with resins such as alkyd, epoxies, furan, or thermosetting resins to coat components and surfaces with a thin film. For color variations, titanium dioxide-based pigments are also added. Coating fillers like mica, calcium carbonate or talc are also added to maintain coating consistency and viscosity.
Manufacturing plant painting contractors apply coatings in a variety of forms, such as aerosols, liquids, powders, solvents-based and many others. To observe safety and lessen coating application risks, the coating applicator from the painting company uses protective gear when applying VOCs-emitting coating products. VOCs like alcohol, glycol, and other volatile organic substances can be released to the air and potentially bring harm not only the coating applicator but to the environment as well.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Manufacturing Needs for Industrial Coatings
The manufacturing plant painting contractors perform diverse coating activities depending on the need of the manufacturing plant, and often have the expertise and the resources to perform industrial coating on facilities, vehicles and equipments, to name a few. They also have the deep knowledge of coating products on different materials and surfaces, plus the needed experience and skills to complete the job on time and with good quality.
To keep producing superior goods and drive the business into profit goals, one of the main activities that manufacturing plants often require is industrial coating. Manufacturing plant painting contractors are commonly hired by manufacturing plants for two reasons -- to improve the protective coatings of manufacturing plant facilities and buildings during scheduled maintenance, and to apply protective coatings to products and product components manufactured or used in the plant.
For facility or building improvement that are part of scheduled plant maintenance, manufacturing plant painting contractors may be called in to perform assorted painting activities depending on the requirement of the manufacturing plant. Coating applicators from the painting company may perform machinery or equipment coating, and even apply protective or repair coatings on plant vehicles such as trucks and cranes. Plant buildings and equipments are commonly given a thorough industrial coating application in order to clean and improve appearance, extend durability and repair damages wrought by regular exposure to the elements and daily operational wear-and-tear.
Many manufacturing products like aluminum beer cans, automobiles, and appliances also require industrial coatings during their manufacturing process. Skilled manufacturing plant painting contractors can protectively coat all types of materials used in the manufacturing activity, such as steel, metals, glass, fiber, ceramic, plastic, and a diverse more types of materials commonly used in manufacturing plants.
To keep producing superior goods and drive the business into profit goals, one of the main activities that manufacturing plants often require is industrial coating. Manufacturing plant painting contractors are commonly hired by manufacturing plants for two reasons -- to improve the protective coatings of manufacturing plant facilities and buildings during scheduled maintenance, and to apply protective coatings to products and product components manufactured or used in the plant.
For facility or building improvement that are part of scheduled plant maintenance, manufacturing plant painting contractors may be called in to perform assorted painting activities depending on the requirement of the manufacturing plant. Coating applicators from the painting company may perform machinery or equipment coating, and even apply protective or repair coatings on plant vehicles such as trucks and cranes. Plant buildings and equipments are commonly given a thorough industrial coating application in order to clean and improve appearance, extend durability and repair damages wrought by regular exposure to the elements and daily operational wear-and-tear.
Many manufacturing products like aluminum beer cans, automobiles, and appliances also require industrial coatings during their manufacturing process. Skilled manufacturing plant painting contractors can protectively coat all types of materials used in the manufacturing activity, such as steel, metals, glass, fiber, ceramic, plastic, and a diverse more types of materials commonly used in manufacturing plants.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Industrial Coatings for Manufacturing
Many industrial businesses nowadays consider the manufacturing process as one of the most important activities that drive the organization towards business realizations and profit. Manufacturing involves the systematic conversion of raw materials into finished products, using a well-defined manufacturing process, with the end-goal of generating income when these finished goods are brought to the market for consumer use.
Raw materials are transformed into product components, and product components are transformed into finished goods through various processes like fabrication, welding, casting, machining, and even protective painting or coating.
Manufacturing plants commonly require industrial painting or coating activities to be done on their facilities and product components. When such cases arise, manufacturing plant managers need the skills of a painting company for industrial painting applications. Be it for scheduled facility maintenance or a case-to-case need for coating enhancements on product components, manufacturing plants prefer to hire the most qualified painting company for superior coating activities.
The manufacturing plant painting contractors perform diverse coating activities depending on the need of the manufacturing plant, and often have the expertise and the resources to perform industrial coating on facilities, vehicles and equipments, to name a few. They also have the deep knowledge of coating products on different materials and surfaces, plus the needed experience and skills to complete the job on time and with good quality.
Raw materials are transformed into product components, and product components are transformed into finished goods through various processes like fabrication, welding, casting, machining, and even protective painting or coating.
Manufacturing plants commonly require industrial painting or coating activities to be done on their facilities and product components. When such cases arise, manufacturing plant managers need the skills of a painting company for industrial painting applications. Be it for scheduled facility maintenance or a case-to-case need for coating enhancements on product components, manufacturing plants prefer to hire the most qualified painting company for superior coating activities.
The manufacturing plant painting contractors perform diverse coating activities depending on the need of the manufacturing plant, and often have the expertise and the resources to perform industrial coating on facilities, vehicles and equipments, to name a few. They also have the deep knowledge of coating products on different materials and surfaces, plus the needed experience and skills to complete the job on time and with good quality.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
10 Ways to Ensure Your Tank Lining Project is Successful - Part 4
Continued: 10 Ways to Ensure Your Tank Lining Project is Successful
The use of proper equipments and materials, proper site and surface preparation, and implementation of the correct tank lining process by skilled and fully-qualified painting contractors are some of the ways to assure success in the tank lining project, as discussed in the previous blog.
The last two critical factors in the success of the tank lining project are listed below:
9. Establish quality control and assurance systems
To be able to measure the level of quality of the work done in the tank lining project, there must be an effective system for quality control and assurance. This quality control system provides a means to quantify and interpret the results of quality testings. As in any project management activities, a well-established quality assurance system will assure both the facility manager and the painting contractors that the project is achieving its goals and objectives at every key milestone in the project.
10. Implement a post-project monitoring plan
To sustain the viability of the tank lining project and with an eye into the future, continuous monitoring of the tank is essential. A monitoring and response plan should be created as a future guarantee, all the time complying with protection standards and safety requirements. Long after the tank lining project has been completed, the monitoring plan should be implemented to assure the continued structural integrity of the tank. It is also advisable for monitoring equipments to be installed to monitor the tank from there on.
The use of proper equipments and materials, proper site and surface preparation, and implementation of the correct tank lining process by skilled and fully-qualified painting contractors are some of the ways to assure success in the tank lining project, as discussed in the previous blog.
The last two critical factors in the success of the tank lining project are listed below:
9. Establish quality control and assurance systems
To be able to measure the level of quality of the work done in the tank lining project, there must be an effective system for quality control and assurance. This quality control system provides a means to quantify and interpret the results of quality testings. As in any project management activities, a well-established quality assurance system will assure both the facility manager and the painting contractors that the project is achieving its goals and objectives at every key milestone in the project.
10. Implement a post-project monitoring plan
To sustain the viability of the tank lining project and with an eye into the future, continuous monitoring of the tank is essential. A monitoring and response plan should be created as a future guarantee, all the time complying with protection standards and safety requirements. Long after the tank lining project has been completed, the monitoring plan should be implemented to assure the continued structural integrity of the tank. It is also advisable for monitoring equipments to be installed to monitor the tank from there on.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
10 Ways to Ensure Your Tank Lining Project is Successful - Part 3
Continued: 10 Ways to Ensure Your Tank Lining Project is Successful
The previous blog discussed the importance of performing regular and accurate inspections at all stages of the tank lining project, the need to keep an up-to-date documentation, and determining the specifications of the tank as a useful information for painting contractors conducting the tank lining activity.
Below are three more crucial factors in ensuring the success of the tank lining project:
6. Use only the proper equipments and materials
The materials and equipments to use depend greatly on the tank specifications, purposes and conditions, in a way that tanks used for food storage should have a different set of tools to use compared to tanks used for, say, chemical containment. Painting contractors opt to use diverse materials for tank lining, ranging from epoxy resins to elastomeric coatings, on a case-to-case basis.
7. Deploy proper site and surface preparation
It is very critical that the painting contractors have prepared the site and the tank’s surface thoroughly for the activity. Site preparation may involve the placement of barriers and traffic re-routing strategies to ensure safety. Surface preparation often involves careful cleaning of the tank surface through abrasive blasting to improve adhesion of the coating material.
8. Implement the correct tank lining process
The tank lining process involves an evenly-applied coating that strictly observes manufacturer's instructions, and with careful consideration of the tank specifications. Only well-trained painting contractors can execute the project resulting in structurally-sound storage tanks.
The succeeding blog will tackle the last critical factors of a successful tank lining projects --quality control systems and post-monitoring plans.
The previous blog discussed the importance of performing regular and accurate inspections at all stages of the tank lining project, the need to keep an up-to-date documentation, and determining the specifications of the tank as a useful information for painting contractors conducting the tank lining activity.
Below are three more crucial factors in ensuring the success of the tank lining project:
6. Use only the proper equipments and materials
The materials and equipments to use depend greatly on the tank specifications, purposes and conditions, in a way that tanks used for food storage should have a different set of tools to use compared to tanks used for, say, chemical containment. Painting contractors opt to use diverse materials for tank lining, ranging from epoxy resins to elastomeric coatings, on a case-to-case basis.
7. Deploy proper site and surface preparation
It is very critical that the painting contractors have prepared the site and the tank’s surface thoroughly for the activity. Site preparation may involve the placement of barriers and traffic re-routing strategies to ensure safety. Surface preparation often involves careful cleaning of the tank surface through abrasive blasting to improve adhesion of the coating material.
8. Implement the correct tank lining process
The tank lining process involves an evenly-applied coating that strictly observes manufacturer's instructions, and with careful consideration of the tank specifications. Only well-trained painting contractors can execute the project resulting in structurally-sound storage tanks.
The succeeding blog will tackle the last critical factors of a successful tank lining projects --quality control systems and post-monitoring plans.
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