Large capital investments are based on very long design life expectations to pay back the investment. Thus, the protective coating systems are expected to have a matching durability to offer corrosion protection of the investment. 20 to 30 years is not unusual. However, the protective coatings products on the market continue to change due to developments in curing agents, phasing out of undesired raw materials, demands for higher solids, ect.

Subject
Test methods, Coating inspection, Protective coatings, Marine environments, Coatings, Materials, Specifications, Materials performance, Investment, Steel, Corrosion protection, Durability, Coating systems
Keywords:
corrosion, protective coating systems, expected durability, accelerated test, standards
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