Many pipeline companies ignore the occurrence of external corrosion when cathodic protection (CP) is considered adequate. In these situations, understanding the failure mode of the coating and why CP cannot adequately protect the pipe under certain disbonded coating types is critical.
Paints and coatings manufacturer Sherwin-Williams recently announced top honors in its annual Impact Award program. This year, first place was awarded to a landmark infrastructure upgrade in Fargo, North Dakota, USA, which aims to boost wastewater treatment capacity.
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed legislation to commence the U.S. Navy transitioning away from copper-based antifouling coatings. The legislation directed the Secretary of Defense to develop a timeline to remove these coatings by January 1, 2028.
AMPP’s SC 08—Metallic Material Selection and Testing, SC 05—Surface Preparation, and SC 26—Carbon Capture, Alternative Fuels, and Energy Storage are among the Standard Committee (SC) groups that have begun new projects in recent months.
After undergoing rigorous testing to ensure suitability for dry food contact, a breakthrough was achieved with the successful application of Belzona’s 5811 immersion-grade epoxy coating. This cutting-edge tank lining was recently installed at a flour mill in Belgium.
Naval Research Laboratory scientists recently unveiled the Cascaded Variational Quantum Eigensolver (CVQE) algorithm, which could become a powerful tool to investigate the physical properties of electronic systems for U.S. Department of Defense technologies.
Duplex stainless steels show excellent corrosion resistance and double the strength compared to standard austenitic steels. Composite and bi-metallic tubes are used where process conditions require properties and cost evaluations that cannot be met only by one material.
Sam Scaturro, president of Alpine Painting & Sandblasting Contractors, recently joined AMPP’s podcast series to reflect on his leadership journey within the company and the association. Topics include Alpine’s emphasis on safe and sustainable practices, as well as updated strategies for workforce development and communication with clients.
As part of a recently published white paper, experts at Induron reproduced the expected service life of coatings for potable water linings while combining that knowledge with an interpretation of the total applied costs of these systems.
A specialized testing and qualification program using 14 samples—eight for the pipe body, and six for a girth weld—was performed to qualify a fusion-bonded epoxy (FPE) coating for high-pressure gas service.
With a third-party inspector on site, clients can get material delivered correctly the first time, and thus save money in the long run. It also helps to avoid the domino effect of causing stress on the project team, the facilities, and field inspectors, if the material isn’t delivered appropriately.
In a panel discussion, member leaders Dawn Eden and Sandy Williamson share their insights regarding materials sustainability and the latest trends in 2024. Discussion topics include new focus areas within AMPP’s Sustainability Task Force; key takeaways and insights from the 2024 conference; and what could be on the horizon as global outreach is ramped up.
Paul Vinik inspected hundreds of bridges as a structural materials engineer. Now, as AMPP’s chairman of the board, he wants to build bridges to give the next generation opportunities in the coatings and corrosion industry.
In today’s environmentally conscious world, sustainability has become a central focus across industries. However, the metal finishing sector faces unique challenges, as its processes are complex and generate significant volumes of wastewater.
Selection criteria for MP’s biennial awards program include establishing the industry’s need for each innovation; explaining the process used for development and implementation; an evaluation of any testing results; and identifying criteria used to determine its success.