SSPC SP COM

Abstract

Introduction <br>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 of standards, guides, and specifications related to concrete is available as SSPC publication #04-03 "Surface Preparation and Coating of Concrete." The SP COM is not part of the actual standards, but is included to provide a better understanding of the SSPC surface preparation standards. In addition, surface preparation standards other than those published by SSPC are referenced. <br>The SSPC standards, summarized in Table 1, represent a broad consensus of users, suppliers, and public interest groups. Details of the methods used to measure many of the properties discussed in this SP COM are described in SSPC publication 03-14, "The Inspection of Coatings and Linings, A Handbook of Basic Practice for Inspectors, Owners, and Specifiers, 2nd Ed."