Pipe is abrasive blast-cleaned to reach the optimum profile for epoxy coating. Grit blasting as well as acid washing are available per customer specifications.
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Inspection & Blow-out
After cleaning, pipe is inspected for defects. Grinding is performed per specification.
All debris is blown out of the pipe prior to heating.
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Heating and Powder Application
The cleaned pipe is heated via either furnace or by induction. Temperature consistency is tested regularly. Powder application is applied in a uniform manner to required thickness. Standard FBE (Fusion Bonded Epoxy) is available, as well as Dual-Coat (ARO).
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Epoxy powder is applied using numerous guns. The guns can be adjusted to produce the correct millage.
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COOLING, CUT-BACKS, AND INSPECTION
Pipe is cooled as specified by powder manufacturer. Cut-backs are obtained by either taping or by come-along. Final inspection is performed to test for coating thickness, holidays, and bevel quality.
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Paint Department
Our Paint Department is set up to apply internal coating as well as external Powercrete (ARO) & Paint Applications.
