Abstract: Introduction
This Surface Preparation Commentary (SP COM) is intended to be an aid in selecting the proper surface preparation method, materials, and specification for steel, other metals, and concrete. A compilation ...

Abstract: This standard covers the requirements for power tool cleaning of steel surfaces.

Abstract: Foreword
This joint standard covers the use of blast cleaning abrasives to achieve a defined degree of cleaning of steel surfaces prior to the application of a protective coating or lining system. This standard is intended for use by coating or lining specifiers, applicators, inspectors, or others who may be responsible for def...

Abstract: This specification covers two types of highly pigmented zinc-rich coatings that are uniquely defined by their capabilities for protecting steel exposed at film discontinuities such as narrow scratches and holidays.
The ...

Abstract: This specification covers a complete coal tar epoxy polyamide black (or dark red) painting system for the protection of steel surfaces that will be exposed to severely corrosive conditions.
This system is suitable for ...

Abstract: This standard provides a method to evaluate the degree of rusting on painted steel (or iron) surfaces. The reference color photographs and corresponding black and white images, which depict the percentage of rusting given ...

Abstract: This standard covers the requirements for hand tool cleaning steel surfaces.

Abstract: This standard covers a two-component coal tar epoxy polyamide black (or dark red) coating for structural steel.

Abstract: This standard contains the requirements for powertool cleaning steel to produce a bare metal power tool cleaned surface having a minimum 25-micrometer (1.0-mil) surface profile. 
This standard is suitable where a ...

Abstract: This specification covers a hot-applied coal tar painting system for underground and underwater steel structures, consisting of a primer and two hot-applied coats.
This system is suitable for use on parts or structures ...