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Technical Insight Reports

SSPC Technical Insight Reports are handy capsules of some of the most important issues in the coatings industry about which we at SSPC frequently receive questions.

From inspection planning and developing quality control documents to monitoring ambient conditions, this growing series offers you the best of SSPC’s technical expertise in an easy-to-read and reference format.

Monitoring and Controlling Ambient Conditions

The locally prevailing air temperature, the moisture content in the air (% relative humidity), and the temperature at which moisture will condense on surfaces (dew point) are commonly called the ambient conditions. If these conditions are not within the ranges required by a coating specification during surface preparation or coating application, problems in obtaining a protective film with a long-term performance are likely to occur.

Because of concerns for these problems, specifications require the monitoring of ambient conditions using specialized instruments and test methods before the start of work and periodically during the work. Measurement of these conditions is especially important when weather conditions change during the course of a work shift.

This document presents an outline and description of common coating defects related to adverse ambient conditions and conditions to monitor and track, and discusses the control of ambient conditions and the utilization of information on ambient conditions.

Note: Although this document has undergone peer review, it is not an official SSPC standard developed through SSPC's standards development process.

Price: $25.00

SSPC Guide for Planning Coatings Inspection

Guidance in Developing an Inspection and Test Plan and Sample Inspection Plan Documents for Steel and Concrete. Downloaded in pdf format. Students in SSPC Inspection courses will receive a free copy of the guide.

Note: Although this document has undergone peer review, it is not an official SSPC standard developed through SSPC's standards development process.

Price: $40.00

SSPC Quality Forms Insight Report

This report describes key forms used to document coating work and quality monitoring,
lists information that should be recorded on each form, and provides commentary on why
documenting coatings work is important for the contractor and the facility owner.

Price: $40.00