CP10 Onshore Painting Coating Specification

Engineering Standards and Procedures
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Onshore Painting and Coating Specification
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Document Reviewed by:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 PURPOSE ...........................................................................................................................................3

2.0 SCOPE ................................................................................................................................................3
3.0 DEFINITIONS......................................................................................................................................3
4.0 STANDARDS AND CODES ................................................................................................................4
4.1 Industry Codes and Standards .................................................................................................. 4
4.2 Other References ...................................................................................................................... 8
5.0 REQUIREMENTS ...............................................................................................................................8
5.1 Project Scope ............................................................................................................................ 8
5.2 Conflicts, Exception Deviations, and Substitutions .................................................................... 8
5.3 Regulations and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) ............................................................. 8
6.0 PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................................8
6.1 Surfaces Not to be Coated ........................................................................................................ 8
6.2 Precautions for Stainless Steel, Duplex Stainless Steel and Nonferrous Metals ....................... 9
6.3 Surface Preparation .................................................................................................................10
6.4 Application ...............................................................................................................................12
6.5 Quality Assurance, Control and Inspection of Paint and Coatings ......................................... 17
6.6 Records ...................................................................................................................................21
6.7 Shipping, Handling, and Storage .............................................................................................21
7.0 ATTACHMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 22
Attachment A – ConocoPhillips Onshore Paint and Coating Specification ....................................... 23
Attachment B – Generic Coating Schedule ................................................................................ 26
Attachment C – Suggested Coating Brands/Products ...................................................................... 33
Attachment D – Sample Documents .......................................................................................... 35
Attachment E ─ Commentary ............................................................................................................36
This document may not be used or reproduced without the permission of ConocoPhillips.
1.0 PURPOSE
This document provides a comprehensive listing of coating systems used on an onshore facility.
It includes the specification of surface preparation and appropriate coating systems for most
services encountered in the onshore environment. This specification applies to all new
construction for ConocoPhillips’ onshore facilities and business units who desire to adopt these
specifications.
This specification mainly deals with external protective paint systems for structures and
equipment. For the internal protection of equipment, select the protective coating system on a
case-by-case basis after consulting with a painting and coating specialist/Technical Authority
(TA).
2.0 SCOPE
ConocoPhillips’ Major Capital Projects, Business Units (BU), and contractors may use this
document to establish project or area-specific coating specifications. The attachments are helpful
when defining specific applications for painting and coating requirements.
For major projects, the engineering contractor and/or the fabricator/coating applicator will produce
a technical proposal that includes all applicable coatings for Company review and acceptance.
For minor projects and maintenance work, the BU coating specialist will determine the
appropriate coating schedule based on factors such as the project location, operating
environment, project life, economics and experience with the specific coating products.
This specification provides the minimum requirements for the surface preparation, application and
inspection of paint/protective coating systems for structures, process piping, vessels and
equipment in onshore oil and gas production operations. However, this document does not
address the coating or lining of line pipe nor downhole tubulars such as tubing and casing.
This specification assumes typical environmental conditions. Local conditions may be more
severe and may require a higher level of protection. Discuss any special local considerations
with a company painting and coating Technical Authority and/or specialist.
3.0 DEFINITIONS
Company ConocoPhillips Company

Contractor Party entering a contract with Company to perform specific
coating related task(s)
CS Carbon and low-alloy steel
CUI Corrosion Under Insulation
DFT Dry Film Thickness
Environment See also ISO 12944 Part 2, Table 1
A location greater than 100 miles inland where general
• Mild (C2) atmospheric corrosion rates are considered negligible (less than
1 mpy)
• Moderate to Severe A location 50 - 100 miles from the coastline where atmospheric
(C3 & or C4) general corrosion rates are between 1-5 mpy
• Severe/Coastal (C5) A location within 50 miles of the coastline or an area where
general corrosion rates are greater than 5 mpy
HDG Hot Dip Galvanizing
Inspector A ConocoPhillips appointed engineer or inspector

MPY Mils (0.001 inch) per year
Nonferrous Copper, aluminum, nickel, titanium and their alloys
Operating Temperature The maximum temperature of the surface to be coated during
normal operations
Owner ConocoPhillips Company
Purchaser Party who awards the contract to the supplier. The Purchaser
may be the Owner or the Owner’s authorized agent.
Shall A mandatory requirement, deviations to be approved by the
Business Unit Technical Authority
Should Recommended but non-mandatory
SS Austenitic Stainless Steel (300 Series, i.e., 304, 309, 316)
Stripe Coat Additional coat of coating applied to seams, lips, edges, welds,
and crevices by means of brush
Supplier Party responsible for furnishing and/or installing the coating
system
The ConocoPhillips person who will serve as the focal point for
Technical Authority (TA) writing the original document and answering any
technical/change queries etc.
VOC Volatile Organic Compounds
4.0 STANDARDS AND CODES

The following codes and standards are referenced as the basis for the development of this
document. Referenced sections will form a part of this document when stated. The latest edition
shall apply unless otherwise stated.
4.1 Industry Codes and Standards
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
ASTM D3359 Standard Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test
Standard Test Method for Measuring Humidity with a Psychrometer (the
ASTM E337
Measurement of W et- and Dry-Bulb Temperatures)
Test Method for Pressure Testing of Assemblies of Rubber-Lines Fire Hose
ASTM D 4264
and Rubber Booster Hose in Service on Interior Standpipes
ASTM D4285 Standard Test Methods for Indicating Oil or Water in Compressed Air
ASTM C 136 Standard Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
Standard Test Methods for Field Measurement of Surface Profile of Blast
ASTM D4417
Cleaned Steel
ASTM D 4414 Standard Practice for Measurement of Wet Film Thickness by Notch Gages
Standard Test Methods for Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film
ASTM D 1186
Thickness of Nonmagnetic Coatings Applied to a Ferrous Base
Standard Practice for Discontinuity (Holiday) Testing of Nonconductive
ASTM D 5162
Protective Coating on Metallic Substrates
ASTM D 3359 Standard Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test
ASTM D 6677 Standard Test Method for Evaluating Adhesion by Knife
Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable
ASTM D 4541
Adhesion Testers
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Standard Test Method for Conductimetric Analysis of Water Soluble Ionic
ASTM D 4940
Contamination of Blasting Abrasives
Standard Test Method for Measuring MEK Resistance of Ethyl Silicate
ASTM D4752
(Inorganic) Zinc-Rich Primers by Solvent Rub
ASTM Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and
A123/A123M Steel Products
ASTM Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel
A153/A153M Hardware
ASTM Standard Specification for Zinc Coated (Galvanized) Steel Bars for
A767/A767M Concrete Reinforcement
Standard Practice for Safeguarding Against Embrittlement of Hot-Dip
ASTM
Galvanized Structural Steel Products and Procedure for Detecting
A143/A143M
Embrittlement
ASTM Standard Practice for Providing High-Quality Zinc Coatings (Hot-Dip)
A385/A385M
Standard Test Method for Conductimetric Analysis of Water Soluble Ionic
ASTM D4940
Contamination of Blasting Abrasives
Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC)

Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by Dry
SSPC-Vis 1
Abrasive Blast Cleaning
Standard Method for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel
SSPC-Vis 2
Surfaces
Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by Hand
SSPC-Vis 3
and Power Tool Cleaning
SSPC-Vis Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by
4/NACE Vis 7 Waterjetting
SSPC-Vis Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by W et
5/NACE Vis 9 Abrasive Blast Cleaning
SSPC-SP 1 Solvent Cleaning
SSPC-SP 2 Hand Tool Cleaning
SSPC-SP 3 Power Tool Cleaning
SSPC-SP
White Metal Blast Cleaning
5/NACE No. 1
SSPC-SP
Commercial Blast Cleaning
6/NACE No. 3
SSPC-SP
Brush-Off Blast Cleaning
7/NACE No. 4
SSPC-SP 8 Pickling
SSPC-SP
Near White Metal Blast Cleanning
10/NACE No. 2
SSPC-SP 11 Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal
SSPC-SP
Surface Preparation and Cleaning of Metals by Waterjetting Prior to Coating
12/NACE No. 5
Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC)

SSPC-TR
Wet Abrasive Blast Cleaning
2/NACE 6G198
SSPC TU 4 Field Methods for Retrieval and Analysis of Soluble Salts on Substrates
SSPC-AB 1 Mineral and Slag Abrasives
SSPC-AB 2 Cleanliness of Recycled Ferrous Metallic Abrasives
SSPC-AB 3 Ferrous Metallic Abrasives
SSPC- PA 1 Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting of Steel
SSPC-PA 2 Measurement of Dry Coating Thickness with Magnetic Gages
Interim Specification for the Application of Thermal Spray Coatings
SSPC-CS23 (Metallizing) of Aluminum, Zinc, and their Alloys and Composites for the
Corrosion Protection of Steel
National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE)

Design, Fabrication, and Surface Finish Practices for Tanks and Vessels to
NACE SP0178
Be Lined for Immersion Service
Discontinuity (Holiday) Testing of New Protective Coatings on Conductive
NACE SP0188
Substrates
Control of Corrosion Under Thermal Insulation and Fireproofing Materials –
NACE SP0198
A System Approach
Holiday Detection of Fusion-Bonded Epoxy External Pipeline Coatings of
NACE SP0490
250 to 760 um (10 to 30 Mils)
Liquid-Applied Internal Protective Coatings for Oilfield Production
NACE SP0181
Equipment
Standard Recommended Practice High-Voltage Electrical Inspection of
NACE SP0274
Pipeline Coatings
International Standards Organization

ISO 12944- Paints and Varnishes Paints and Varnishes - Corrosion Protection of Steel
2:1998 Structures by Protective Paint Systems
Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related
products -- Visual assessment of surface cleanliness -- Part 1: Rust
grades and preparation grades of uncoated steel substrates and of
ISO 8501-1 steel substrates after overall removal of previous coatings

products - Visual assessment of surface cleanliness
products -- Visual assessment of surface cleanliness -- Part 2:
Preparation grades of previously coated steel substrates after localized
ISO 8501-2 removal of previous coatings

products - Visual assessment of surface cleanliness
products -- Visual assessment of surface cleanliness -- Part 3:
ISO 8501-3
Preparation grades of welds, edges and other areas with surface
imperfections
International Standards Organization

products -- Visual assessment of surface cleanliness -- Part 4: Initial
ISO 8501-4
surface conditions, preparation grades and flash rust grades in
connection with high-pressure water jetting
ISO 8502-1 products - Tests for the assessment of surface cleanliness – Part 1: Field
test for soluble iron corrosion products
products - Tests for the assessment of surface cleanliness – Part 3:
ISO 8502-3
Assessment of dust on steel surfaces prepared for painting (pressure
sensitive tape method)
ISO 8502-6 products - Tests for the assessment of surface cleanliness – Part 6:
Extraction of soluble contaminants for analysis – The Brestle Method
products - Surface roughness characteristics of blast-cleaned steel
ISO 8503 - 1
substrates – Part 1: Specifications and definitions for ISO surface profile
comparators for the assessment of abrasive blast cleaned surfaces
ISO 8503 - 2
substrates – Part 2: Method for the grading of surface profile of abrasive
blast cleaned steel – comparator procedure
ISO 8503 - 4 substrates – Part 4: Method for the calibration of ISO surface profile
comparators and for the determination of surface profile – Stylus instrument
procedure
ISO 8504 - 1
products - Surface preparation methods – Part 1: General Principles
ISO 8504 - 2
products - Surface preparation methods – Part 2: Abrasive Blast Cleaning
ISO 8504 - 3 products - Surface preparation methods – Part 3: Hand and Power Tool
Cleaning
Hot Dip Galvanized Coatings on fabricated Iron and Steel Articles –
ISO 1461
Specifications and Test Methods
Zinc Coating – Guidelines and recommendations for the protection against
ISO 14713 -1 corrosion of Iron and Steel in Structures - Part 1; General Principles of
Design and Corrosion Resistance
Zinc Coating – Guidelines and recommendations for the protection against
ISO 14713 - 2
corrosion of Iron and Steel in Structures - Part 2: Hot Dip Galvanizing
4.2 Other References

OSHA – Occupational Safety Health Administration
OSHA Labor 29CFR Part 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards
OSHA Labor 29CFR Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
National Institute of occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
NIOSH Publication No. 92-102 Request for Assistance in Preventing Silicosis and Deaths
– NIOSH Alert from Sandblasting
Company Documents
Guideline for the use of Thermal Sprayed Aluminum Coatings for
CPMS-MAT-RD-001
ConocoPhillips Reference Document
GESP-PPL-EP-005 Coating of Pipelines - Fusion Bonded Epoxy
GESP-MAT-EP-002 Painting and Protective Coating Offshore Fixed and Floating Systems
ConocoPhillips HSE Management System Procedures (When work is performed on
Owner/Company property)
5.0 REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Project Scope
Provision of coating application, which covers the basic requirement for surface preparation,
material selection, application, and inspection of coating application to the metal surfaces of
piping, structures, vessel, buildings, and packaged equipment within the Company’s facilities. All
work shall comply with the requirements in Attachment B - Generic Coating Schedule.
Finish color requirements shall be in accordance with local requirements.
5.2 Conflicts, Exception Deviations, and Substitutions
Purchaser shall approve all exceptions, deviations, and substitutions to the requirements
specified herein and in referenced documents.
5.3 Regulations and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Protective coating applications shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local codes and
regulations for surface preparation, coating application, storage, handling, safety, and
environmental requirements.
Coating selection and application shall comply with local VOC regulations.
All coatings shall be lead free.
The latest issue of the coating manufacturer’s product data sheets, application instructions, and
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be available at the painting site and complied with
during painting operations.
6.0 PROCEDURES
6.1 Surfaces Not to be Coated
Unless specified otherwise, the following surfaces shall not be coated and shall be protected from
blasting:
• Interior surfaces of process piping and equipment (lined pipe is outside the scope of this
document – consult coating TA/specialist. Consult a ConocoPhillips coating TA/specialist for
assistance when lining vessels and tanks.)
• Nonferrous metals
• Galvanized or metalized (thermal sprayed) surfaces

• Insulation jacketing
• Nonmetallic materials such as wood, tile, brick, concrete, and thermoplastics*
* Note that top coating of thermoplastics such as PVC pipe to prevent UV damage may be
desirable.
* GRE/GRP pipe that is exposed to sunlight should have a polyurethane topcoat.
• Cast iron products such as manhole covers and grating
The following surfaces shall not be coated and shall be protected from surface preparation and
painting activity in the area:
• Valve stems, flange faces, and other machined contact surfaces
• Internal surfaces of valves, unless specified otherwise
• Electrical contact points
• Nameplates and identification tags
• Glass surfaces of gage glasses and sight glasses
• Resilient seal materials
• Gasket contact surfaces
• Inspection point identification markers
Coat the underside of base plates, skid beams, or other surfaces, that will be in permanent
contact with grout, with a compatible primer chosen to maximize the bond between the grout and
metal.
6.2 Precautions for Stainless Steel, Duplex Stainless Steel and Nonferrous Metals
Protect all stainless steel and nonferrous metals from blasting, overspray, and coatings intended
for carbon steel, especially coatings containing zinc.
Abrasives for use on SS shall be in accordance with SSPC-AB 1, natural abrasives (except silica
sand) as well as coal furnace slag and fused aluminum oxide) and shall be free of metals.
If hand or power tool cleaning is required on SS and nonferrous metals, use only SS wire brushes
that have not been previously used on CS surfaces.
Coatings and solvents for use on SS and nonferrous metals shall be free of substances such as
chlorides, sulfur, halogens, or metallic pigments that can harm SS or nonferrous metals.
For items having dual materials of construction, coatings containing zinc shall not overlap onto
SS or nonferrous metals, including the SS to CS weld. Examples of such applications include:
• CS saddles and skirts on SS equipment
• SS piping with CS supports
• SS nozzles, flanges, and piping on clad equipment
• Miscellaneous CS clips and brackets on SS equipment
• SS components in CS piping systems
• CS trunnions on SS piping and equipment
• CS flange rings on SS lap joint flanges
Coat CS lap joint flanges before assembly.
Apply color-coding and fabrication markings directly onto SS and nonferrous metals with low-
chloride and low sulfur markers.
Note: Stainless steel process piping and equipment that will be transported via ocean and coastal
waterways should be coated to prevent pitting damage during transportation even though a
surface protection coating may not be needed for operational conditions.
6.3 Surface Preparation
6.3.1 Preparation for Blasting
Before abrasive blasting, inspect and clean surfaces to remove all traces of oil, grease, and loose
deposits using the methods defined in SSPC-SP 1. Check for the presence of oil either by
rubbing a clean white cloth on the steel surface or by sprinkling water on the steel surface. If oil
or grease is present, the water will not spread out but will form beads.
All welds shall be relatively smooth, without sharp edges, and free of weld slag and weld spatter
before blasting. Notify Purchaser of such defects for corrective action before proceeding with
work.
Unless approved in writing by purchaser, neither welding nor grinding, including cosmetic
grinding, shall be permitted on the pressure-containing components and welds of pressure
vessels and piping after hydrostatic testing.
High-pressure water jetting or steam cleaning may be used to remove oil, grease, previously
applied coatings and other surface contaminants.
Dust level on the surface prior to blasting shall be equal or better than 2 as per ISO 8501-2
Solvent cleaning may be used only if cleaning by other methods defined in SSPC-SP 1 is not
practical.
The presence of chlorides on the surface is detrimental to coating life. If the coating is in
immersion service (e.g., tank or vessel lining), the surface ion concentration after cleaning and
blasting shall not exceed:
• Chlorides: ≤ 2 µg/cm2 (20 mg/m2)
• Sulfates: ≤ 5 µg/cm2 (50 mg/m2)
• Nitrates: ≤ 5 µg/cm2 (50 mg/m2)
Contractor shall prepare a blasting procedure for each blasting operation and shall be subject to
Company's approval.
Use only clean dry air for blast cleaning. Verify the cleanliness of dry air at least daily in
accordance with ASTM D 4285.
The Contractor shall protect all gauges, sight glasses, instruments, instrument tubing, instrument
tags, vessel ID plates, navigation aids, and other equipment items designated by Company from
damage during abrasive blasting.
Install appropriate masking and/or shielding. Contractor shall repair all overblast damage at no
additional cost to Company.
6.3.2 Abrasive Blasting

Equipment included in this category are, but not limited to: compressor, blast pot, hoses, nozzle,
safety equipment, and adapter for water injection and water pump for wet abrasive blasting.
The blasting unit shall be equipped with water and oil separators and traps to keep the air supply
dry and clean. They shall be emptied regularly to prevent carry-over of water and oil. A remote
control valve (deadman valve), an emergency stop device on engine inlet, and a spark arrestor
on engine exhaust are required. Air temperatures at the compressor discharge shall not exceed
150 °F (66 °C).
The air compressor used for blast cleaning shall be able to supply a continuous volume of air to
each blast nozzle with adequate pressure and volume to achieve the required surface profile.
Verify air pressure on the blast nozzle at the start of every operation by using an approved nozzle
pressure gauge.
All pressurized equipment (compressors, air accumulators, blast pots, etc.) must be equipped
with automatic pressure relief devices to prevent over-pressuring.
Perform abrasive blast cleaning with a clean, sharp grade of abrasive. Blasting with round shot is
not acceptable but may be mixed with grit in automated blasting systems to achieve the desired
surface profile.
If automatic blasting equipment is used, maintain the abrasive mix so that a consistently sharp
profile is produced.
Grain size shall be suitable for producing the specified anchor profile.
Abrasive materials shall meet the following requirements:
• Contain less than 50 ppm water soluble chlorides
• Contain less than 200 ppm water soluble sulfates
• Be free of clay, limestone, shells, undersize and oversize particles, organic materials, and
other detrimental foreign material
Conductivity shall be lower than 1000 microSiemens/cm
Be clean, dry and free from any oil, grease, moisture
The Contractor shall obtain certification from the abrasive Supplier that the abrasive meets these
requirements. A copy shall be submitted to Company representative.
Do not substitute blasting media without written approval from Company representative.
Surfaces, which are abrasive blasted using non-approved abrasive material, shall be re-blasted
with the proper abrasive at no additional cost to Company.
Abrasive shall be tested and qualified in accordance with the procedures described in
SSPC-AB 1: Abrasive Specification No. 1; Mineral and Slag Abrasives.
Use of recycled abrasive material is permitted only when collected and processed through a
closed system. Re-used abrasive shall be clean, sharp and free from contaminants and re-
qualified to SSPC-AB 1 requirements.
Blast cleaning shall only be performed when the following conditions are met:
• Ambient temperature is above 50ºF (10ºC) and below 120ºF (48ºC)
• Relative humidity is below 85%
• The steel surface temperature is more than 5 degrees F (3 degrees C) above the dew point
of the ambient temperature
• The wind is no more than 15 miles per hour, when paint is to be sprayed
• Surface to be painted are completely dry and clean
Do not perform abrasive blasting in open areas close to painting operations or wet coated
surfaces to prevent dust and grit contamination.
Final abrasive blast cleaning shall not be performed if the ambient or substrate temperature is
less than 5°F (3°C) above the dew point temperature.
Use a sling psychrometer to determine dew point temperature in accordance with ASTM E337 or
equivalent electronic device at the location where work is being performed.
Substrate temperature shall be determined with a surface thermometer.
Alternative forms of surface preparation shall not be used without written approval from
ConocoPhillips.
6.3.3 Degree of Cleanliness and Anchor Profile
Inspect all blast-cleaned surfaces for proper cleaning before painting. Use SSPC-VIS 1 as a
visual standard for confirming the degree of surface cleanliness.
The blast profile and anchor pattern shall be that recommended by the paint Manufacturer to suit
the minimum requirement of their respective primers.
Verify anchor profile in accordance with ASTM D4417, Method C.
Coating shall commence as soon as practical after completion of surface preparation. The time
between blasting and coating as a rule, should not exceed 4 hours.
Blast-cleaned surfaces that show evidence of rust bloom or that have been left uncoated
overnight shall be re-cleaned to the specified degree of cleanliness before coating.
Remove and repair all visible burrs, laminations, slivers, and scabs after blasting.
After blasting and immediately before spraying, remove dust and loose residues by brushing,
blowing off with clean dry air, or vacuum cleaning.
Inhibitive washes intended to prevent rusting after blasting shall not be permitted.
6.3.4 Hand or Power Tool Cleaning
If specified, hand tool or power tool cleaning shall be in accordance with SSPC-SP 2, SSPC-SP 3
and SSPC-SP 11.
6.4 Application
6.4.1 General
Coating systems shall be as shown in Attachment B of this guideline.
Application shall be in accordance with SSPC-PA 1, the coating manufacturer’s published
application instructions, data sheets, MSDS, and the requirements specified herein.
All application equipment shall be provided as recommended by the coating manufacturer, shall
be clean and in good condition, and shall be suitable for applying the coating as specified.
Do not apply paint/coating with rollers without permission from the Company.
Contractor shall use competent coating applicators to apply coating during daylight hours or
under artificial lighting that is equal to daylight and free of shadows.
Contractor shall prepare an application procedure for all coating operations and shall be subject
to Company's approval.
All welds, corners, and edges shall receive a stripe coat of primer applied by brush.
Organize and plan work to prevent overspray damage to surrounding coated items. Protect
surroundings as needed using barriers, tarps, etc. Contractor shall repair all overspray damage
at no additional cost to Company.
Operate and maintain airless spray equipment in strict accordance with the Manufacturer’s
requirements. Effective earthing shall be fitted to eliminate any risk of static electricity discharge.
Brushes shall only be used for “stripe coating” to edges, welds or pitted sections, or, with the
approval of Company, for application of coating to small repair sections.
The Supplier’s recommended thinners and thinning ratios shall be strictly observed. Report
thinner batch numbers and thinning ratios on the Daily Inspection Report
When treating large structures or areas that cannot be treated in one day, a 4” (100 mm) strip of
prepared surface shall be left uncoated for re-blasting and coating the following day. This
procedure is intended to ensure that no untreated strips remain between each day’s surface
preparation and coating production.
Applied coatings shall have even and consistent finish free of defects such as, although not
limited to mud cracks, misses, runs, slumps, sags, craters, “fish eyes”, pinholes, entrapped air,
solvent, orange peel, cracking, bubbling, pin-holes , blistering, spent abrasive or other foreign
matter.
Brush out runs and slumps in wet coating immediately.
Apply materials with care, in strict conformance with the Manufacturer’s recommendations and at
a uniform rate that will produce the Manufacturer’s recommended Wet Film Thickness (WFT) and
Dry Film Thickness (DFT) and or Company Specification.
Apply each coat uniformly and completely over the entire surface.
All surfaces inaccessible after assembly shall be coated before assembly.
The work area shall be adequately ventilated during both paint application and drying period.
6.4.2 Personnel
Only trained and certified personnel shall perform the coating application.
Coating applicators shall have been trained and certified according to NACE or SSPC programs.
Other programs from a well-recognized third party organization should be approved in writing by
ConocoPhillips Coating Specialist.
Coating Inspector shall hold a Level III inspector certification according to NACE or SSPC
programs.
Mixers should be trained to carry out the tasks required during mixing procedures.
6.4.3 Temperature, Humidity, and Weather Conditions
Do not apply coatings while any of the following conditions are present or expected before the
coating cures, unless otherwise stipulated by coating manufacturer:
• Temperature: Ambient, substrate, or coating material temperatures are above 120°F (49°C),
below 50°F (10°C), or outside the range recommended by the coating manufacturer.
• Humidity: Relative humidity shall not exceed 85%. The ambient or substrate temperature
shall not be less than 5°F (3°C) above the dew point or outside the range recommended by
the coating manufacturer. Dew point temperature shall be determined by sling psychrometer
in accordance with ASTM E337, or equivalent electronic device at the location where work is
being performed.
Wind: During strong or gusty wind conditions, particularly for spray application
• Weather: During rain, snow, or fog or on damp surfaces or surfaces that may have frost
• Lighting: Under insufficient lighting conditions
6.4.4 Materials
Coating materials shall be in accordance with Project or ConocoPhillips coating system data
sheets.
Only use Company approved coating products from Approved Suppliers. Contractor may
indicate a Supplier preference; however, Company reserves the right to make the final decision.
After choosing a Supplier for a specific project, that Supplier shall remain the Supplier throughout
the project unless otherwise approved in writing by Company.
Alternate coating materials may be considered provided such a request is made in writing at least
14 days prior to the scheduled commencement of work. Such a request shall provide details of
any cost or performance benefits and be supported by documented case histories.
Acceptance by Company to use alternate materials is contingent upon an approved Management
of Change process.
Do not mix a coating system of one Supplier with systems or products of another unless
approved in writing by Company.
All thinners, catalyzing/curing agents, and other additives shall be as specified by the coating
Manufacturer for use with the specified coating system.
Store coating materials in their original containers with original labels visible, readable and clearly
marked. Keep coating materials covered, clean, and protected. Storage conditions shall be as
specified by the Manufacturer’s data sheet and SSPC PA-1
Use each material within its shelf life as defined by the specification or Manufacturer.
Do not use coatings which have exceeded their shelf life or which have deteriorated.
Deterioration is indicated by formation of a surface skin, by gelling, color change, or by settling of
solids, which cannot be mixed into a smooth consistency.
Contractor shall obtain copies of the Manufacturer’s product data sheet and MSDS for each
product. The coatings manufacturer shall provide any technical information and test reports
about their coating performance whenever required by the purchaser.
Equipment fabricators shall indicate on their drawings the coating manufacturer and coating
product numbers used.
6.4.5 Mixing and Thinning
Mix and thin materials in accordance with the coating manufacturer’s written instructions.
Thinning is generally not recommended and only thinners recommended by the coating
manufacturer shall be used. The Supplier’s recommended thinners and thinning ratios shall be
strictly observed. Thinner batch numbers and thinning ratios shall be reported on the Daily
Inspection Report
Select proper mixing equipment and blades in order to produce a homogeneous mix.
Perform all mixing in a well-organized area and in clean containers that are free from grease,
paints, and other contaminants. Keep containers covered to prevent contamination by dust, dirt,
or rain. All containers shall be properly labeled.
Mixing of partial kits shall not be permitted.
Strain inorganic zinc primers and all pigmented coatings before application in accordance with the
coating manufacturer’s written instructions.
6.4.6 Shelf and Pot Life
Do not use materials that have exceeded the coating manufacturer’s recommended shelf life.
Coating manufacturer’s recommended pot life shall not be exceeded. If this limit is reached, the
spray pot shall be emptied and cleaned, and new material shall be mixed.
6.4.7 Priming
Protect previously coated surfaces from contamination and overspray.
Primer shall have a uniform thickness over welds, edges, and corners and shall be free of mud
cracking.
Do not apply primer within 4 inches (100 mm) of un-blasted surfaces or 2 inches (50 mm) from
the edges to be field welded.
Apply inorganic zinc primer using an agitated pot. Do not apply inorganic zinc by brush, even
touch-up.
6.4.8 Mid-Coat and Top-Coating – Recoat Intervals
Each coat of paint shall be of a contrasting color to indicate the extent of coverage.
Minimum drying time between coats shall comply with the coating manufacturer’s instructions.
Each coat of multiple-coat systems shall be allowed to cure sufficiently before the application of
the next coating layer.
If the maximum recoat time has been exceeded, previously applied coatings shall be roughened
before top-coating or treated in accordance with the coating manufacturer’s directions.
Before top-coating over an inorganic zinc primer, the cure of the primer shall be verified.
Inorganic zinc primers shall have all over-spray removed with a stiff bristle brush or wire screen
and shall be clean and thoroughly cured before top-coating.
If spray applying over inorganic zinc primers, a mist coat may be used to avoid bubbling. The
mist coat may be a thinned coat or applied by a quick pass of the spray gun before applying the
full coat, but allow sufficient time for solvent evaporation.
6.4.9 Film Thickness
WFT shall be checked periodically with a wet film gauge
Check wet film thickness (WFT during the application of each coat to assure the specified dry film
thickness (DFT) is met.
Comment: Wet film thickness measurements are not suitable for some materials such as
inorganic zinc primers, flake filled epoxies, etc.
DFT values for each coat shall be determined using an appropriate instrument calibrated in
accordance with SSPC-PA2.
No single “point” reading shall be less than 80% of the minimum specified DFT value. No
averaged “spot measurement” shall be less than the minimum specified DFT value. No single
"point measurement" shall be above 120% of the maximum specified DFT value.
Take measurements after removal of dry spray and overspray.
6.4.10 Defects
Applied coatings shall have homogenous, uniform, even and consistent finish film and thickness,
free of defects such as, although not limited to wrinkles, mud cracks, misses, runs, slumps, sags,
craters, “fish eyes”, pinholes, entrapped air, solvent, orange peel, cracking, bubbling, pin-holes ,
blistering, spent abrasive or other foreign matter.
6.4.11 Touch-Up
Before application of any coat, repair all defects and damage to the previous coat(s). Damage to
finished work shall be thoroughly cleaned and recoated.
Damaged areas shall be spot-blast cleaned, power tool cleaned, or hand tool cleaned as
necessary to restore any exposed steel to an original degree of cleanliness. Remove all loose,
cracked, and damaged coating then feather back the adjacent sound coating approximately 2
inches to form a uniform and smooth surface. Feathering shall be done by hand or power
sanding with a grit wheel or sandpaper. The prepared surface shall be free of loose, burnt, or
blistered coating.
Unless specified otherwise, the coating used for repair shall be the same as the original and shall
have the same DFT.
6.4.12 Galvanizing
This section covers the galvanized coating applied to general steel articles, structural sections,
angles, channels, beams, columns, fabricated steel assemblies, threaded fasteners and other
steel components. This section does not apply to the galvanized coating on semi-finished
products such as wire, tube or sheet galvanized in specialized or automatic plants.
When specified, grating, handrails, ladders, stairs, walkways, cages, toe plates, guard rails, cable
trays, clips, and miscellaneous items with complex shapes that are difficult to coat shall be hot dip
galvanized in accordance with ASTM A-123.
High strength low alloy steels, particularly those containing high silicon can, when galvanized,
produce brittle coatings, which are thicker and different in color to normal coatings. The high
silicon content in weld deposits made by automatic welding processes may result in thicker
coatings being formed on these areas
If the galvanized coating is to be subsequently painted or any other special treatment is required,
these requirements should be brought to the attention of the galvanizer at the time of enquiry and
order so that they can prepare the product appropriately
Handle all articles to be galvanized in such a manner as to avoid any mechanical damage and to
minimize distortion
Steelwork shall be pre-cleaned, followed by acid pickling. Surface contaminants and coatings,
which cannot be removed by the normal chemical cleaning process in the galvanizing operation,
shall be removed by abrasive blast cleaning or some other suitable method. Abrasive blast
cleaning to SSPC SP 6 may be used.
Use galvanizing parameters such as galvanizing temperature, time of immersion, and withdrawal
speed to suit the requirements of the article
Zinc conforming to at least grade Zn 99.95 shall be used for galvanizing.
The minimum thickness of the zinc coating shall not be less than 2.5 mils (63 µm) and shall not
exceed 8.0 mils (203 µm).
The thickness of the galvanized coating shall first be tested by the purchaser/designer at the
galvanizer’s works, using an approved magnetic measuring device
The galvanized coating shall be uniform, continuous and adherent, as smooth and evenly
distributed as possible, free from imperfections such as flux ash and dross inclusions, bare
patches, black spots, pimples, lumpiness and runs, rust stains, bulky white deposits and blisters,
and free from any defect that is detrimental to the stated end use of the coated article. On silicon-
killed steels, the coating may be dull grey, which is acceptable provided the coating is sound and
continuous
Verify the integrity of the coating by visual inspection, coating thickness measurements, adhesion
of coating, and mass of zinc coating.
Coating shall withstand the knife tests as per ASTM D 6677. The result shall be rating 8 above.
If there is visible damage on HDG coated part, the sum total of the damaged or uncoated areas
shall not exceed 0.5% of the total surface area or 250 cm2, whichever is the lesser, and no
individual damaged or uncoated area shall exceed 40 cm2. Where the design of the item or
fabrication makes larger uncoated areas unavoidable, uncoated areas greater than 40 cm2 shall
be repaired.
Repair areas damaged by welding, flame cutting or during handling, transport or erection, by one
of the approved methods in accordance with ASTM A 780 whenever damage exceeds 3/16” (4.8
mm) in width. Minimum thickness requirements for the repair are those described in ASTM A
123/A 123 M Section 6.2 current edition.
Use zinc-rich epoxy for repair of damaged galvanizing.
When possible, transport and store galvanized components under dry, well-ventilated conditions
to prevent the formation of wet storage staining
A passivation treatment after galvanizing may be used to minimize the wet storage staining which
may occur on articles unable to be stored in dry, well-ventilated conditions
Any wet storage staining shall be removed by the galvanizer if formed prior to leaving the
galvanizer’s plant, unless late pick-up or acceptance of delivery has necessitated the material
being stored in unfavorable conditions.
Hot dip galvanizing of bolts, nuts, washers and miscellaneous manufactured items shall be
performed in accordance with ASTM A153 "Zinc Coating (Hot Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware"
and ASTM A143 "Safeguarding Against Embrittlement of Hot, Galvanized Steel Products".
6.5 Quality Assurance, Control and Inspection of Paint and Coatings
6.5.1 Work Instructions and Inspection & Test Plans
At least 14 days prior to commencing work the Contractor shall submit to ConocoPhillips their
proposed Work Procedures and Inspection & Test Plan (ITP) documents for each coating system.
A typical Work Procedures shall cover, although not be limited to:
• Abrasive blast cleaning
• HP and UHP Water Jetting
• Application of each Coating System
• Loading for transport to site
Inspection & Test Plan documents shall nominate as a minimum, the following verification
actions:
• the removal of grease, oil and other contaminants prior to abrasive blasting
• abrasive blasting standard, profile and profile shape
• the absence of surface contaminants prior to coating application
• ambient conditions within specified limits and recorded every 2 hours during coating
application
• re-coat interval of each coat within a system
• DFT of each coat within a system
• cure state of each coat within a system
• continuity (holiday) testing – applicable to tank linings only
• completion of Quality Records
ConocoPhillips reserves the right to request any amendment or addition to the Contractor’s
proposed Work Instructions or ITPs as required.
Where requested by ConocoPhillips, the Contractor shall obtain the coating suppliers written
confirmation that the final Work Instruction/s and Inspection and Test Plan documents are
appropriate with respect to their coating materials achieving a minimum 5-year service life to next
maintenance.
No coating production shall commence until ConocoPhillips has approved the Contractor’s
proposed Quality Work Instruction/s, ITP document/s and, if required, has accepted the coating
Supplier’s written approvals as detailed above.
All inspections and tests that are necessary to ensure that surface preparation and coating
application comply with the requirements of this Procedure are the responsibility of the applicator
or coating contractor.
ConocoPhillips inspector(s) or designee(s) shall be given adequate notice before the start of
surface preparation and coating application to witness the work.
All materials, equipment, and work shall be available to ConocoPhillips’s inspector(s) or
designee(s) at all times.
ConocoPhillips’s inspector(s) or designee(s) shall have access to the work site during the
progress of the work and the right to conduct and witness any inspection or testing deemed
necessary to ensure that the coatings are properly applied. ConocoPhillips may reject any work
not meeting these specifications and rejected work shall be corrected at the expense of the
company performing the work.
All instruments used in inspection activities (e.g., thermometer, pyrometers, hygrometers,
thickness gauges, profile gauges, and holiday detectors) shall be furnished by the applicator or
coating contractor, shall be in proper working order, and calibrated before use.
Dew point, relative humidity, and surface temperature shall be determined and recorded before
surface preparation. Readings are required at 4-hour intervals or at other time intervals approved
by ConocoPhillips.
Alternatively, continuous monitoring of dew point and relative humidity may be performed using
systems established or accepted by ConocoPhillips.
Work shall not proceed if environmental conditions are not acceptable as stated in Section 6.4.3.
Test air supply for blast cleaning, pneumatic tools, and spray equipment tested for oil and water
contamination in accordance with ASTM D4285, and as follows:
• Test all lines separately.
• Perform testing at the beginning and end of each work shift and at not less than 4-hour
intervals.
If contamination is observable:
• Make all necessary corrective actions and retest the air supply.
• Surfaces determined to have been blasted with contaminated air shall be cleaned with
solvent and re-blasted with clean air and abrasive.
• Coatings determined to have been applied using contaminated air shall be removed and
reapplied using clean air.
Test re-circulated shot and grit, used for abrasive cleaning, for the presence of oil by immersing in
water and checking for oil flotation. Perform the tests at the start of blasting, at 4-hour intervals
thereafter, and at the end of blasting.
If oil contamination in the abrasive is evident:
• Replace contaminated abrasive with clean abrasive and retested before proceeding.
• Re-blast all steel since the last satisfactory test.
Inspect abrasive-cleaned surfaces for proper surface cleanliness and anchor profile using SSPC
visual comparators.
Surface preparation anchor profile shall be verified using replica tape (as required by profile
depth) and a spring-loaded micrometer in accordance with ASTM D4417, Method C.
Use SSPC-VIS 1 visual standards for confirming the degree of surface cleanliness if adequacy of
cleaning is in question.
If coating adhesion or inter-coat adhesion is of suspect quality, the adhesion shall be checked
periodically.
If specified by ConocoPhillips, adhesion may be assessed by means of portable pull-off adhesion
tester in accordance with ASTM D4541 or one of the appropriate tape tests in accordance with
ASTM 3359.
Acceptable adhesion classifications or pull-off strengths shall be in accordance with coating
material manufacturer’s recommendations and approved by ConocoPhillips.
Coatings subject to immersion service shall be holiday inspected in accordance with NACE
SP0188. All coated surfaces shall be holiday free. Repair any identified holidays.
Apply external pipeline fusion bonded epoxy coatings in accordance with GESP-PPL-EP-005
Coating of Pipelines.
Refer to the Inspection Checklist in Attachment B - Generic Coating Schedule for recommended
verifications during coating inspection. See Attachment D – Sample Documents for example
Daily Inspection Reports.
6.5.2 Pre-painting Inspection
• Verify that coating, thinning, and blasting materials are as specified.
• Verify that storage conditions for all materials are adequate and properly maintained.
• Verify that surfaces not to be coated are masked off or otherwise protected before surface
preparation and coating application of adjacent surfaces.
6.5.3 Pre-surface Preparation

• Verify oil and grease removal before surface preparation. Refer to SSPC SP1.
• Verify that welds and sharp edges have been suitably prepared. For immersion service, refer
to NACE SP0178.
• For tank lining or immersion service verify that the maximum chloride level on the surface is
less than or equal to 20 mg/m2. See also paragraph 6.3.1.
• Surface Preparation
• Verify that the air supply is clean and free of oil and moisture.
• Verify the cleanliness and dryness of abrasives.
• Verify the adequacy of cleaning and blasting equipment, hoses, etc.
• Verify that ambient, substrate, and dew point temperatures are appropriate for proper surface
preparation.
• Verify that visible burrs, slivers, scabs, and weld spatter have been removed after blasting.
• Verify the degree of surface cleanliness and removal of contaminants. Refer to SSPC SP1.
• Verify specified anchor profile by using appropriate instruments.
6.5.4 Coating Application
• Verify that materials are as specified, proper labeling of materials, and that the shelf life has
not been exceeded.
• Verify that mixing, thinning, and induction times are in accordance with the coating
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Verify the utilization of proper application equipment.
• Verify that the air supply is clean and free of oil and moisture.
• Verify that the ambient, substrate, and dew point temperatures are appropriate.
• Verify that the applicator is checking wet film thickness during application.
• Verify that coating manufacturer’s requirements regarding recoat time are observed.
• Verify that the previous coat is sufficiently cured before application of topcoats.
• Visually inspect each coat for defects and uniform appearance.
• Verify, by following the procedures of SSPC-PA 2, that the DFT is within the specified range
after each coat.
6.5.5 Final Acceptance
• Visually inspect the coated surface for defects and uniform appearance.
• Verify, by following the procedures of SSPC-PA 2, that the total DFT is within the specified
range.
• Verify holiday testing compliance to NACE SP0188 for coatings in immersion service and
SP0490 for fusion bonded epoxy coatings.
• Verify that all identified repairs have been properly made.
• Verify proper curing of the coating system.
6.6 Records
Daily Quality Reports including Inspection Reports detailing the work performed, batches of
products used, areas coated, and all destructive and non-destructive testing shall be completed
for each day’s production.
Provide completed Daily Quality Reports together with location drawings showing areas treated to
ConocoPhillips by 1200hrs of the following day.
Coating applicator shall maintain coating application and inspection records, and provide them to
ConocoPhillips for review at the end of the job. (The form for the Daily Coating Inspection Report
is attached on the last page.)
6.7 Shipping, Handling, and Storage
Do not handle or move coated items until all coatings have been properly dried or cured in
accordance with the coating manufacturer’s instructions.
Use equipment such as wide belt slings, web belts, and wide padded skids to prevent damage to
the coating.
Handling equipment likely to cause damage to the coating shall not be used. Do not allow items
such as chains, cables, hooks, tongs, metal bars, and narrow skids to contact the coating.
Do not drag or skid coated pipe.
Coated items shall be loaded, padded, secured for transport, unloaded and stored in a manner
such that the coating will not be damaged in transit.
Coated items shall be separated so that the items do not bear against each other.
Coated items shall be stacked off the ground using suitable means (e.g., parallel height ridges of
rock-free sand, wooden timbers placed under the uncoated pipe ends, etc.) to avoid damage to
the coating.
7.0 ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A ConocoPhillips Onshore Paint and Coating Specification is a sample small

project coating specification
Attachment B Generic Coating Schedule is a generic coating schedule, which defines
generic systems for different environments and services. A coating schedule
for mild environments is not provided. For very mild environments where
external corrosion rates are considered to be negligible and coating is
desired, one to two coats of an alkyd enamel or waterborne acrylic system
may be used.
Attachment C Suggested Coating Brands/Products lists a number of specific products that
may be selected for small projects and maintenance where the Company is
creating the coating schedule. Attachment D -Sample Documents includes
samples of quality control documents
Attachment D Sample Documents includes samples of quality control documents
Attachment E Commentary is a general commentary on this document and intended as a
tool to clarify this document for Company personnel; it is not intended for
release to the Contractor
Attachment A – ConocoPhillips Onshore Paint and Coating Specification
This specification provides requirements for the application of paint and protective coatings used
in onshore environments. This specification covers the minimum requirements for the surface
preparation, application and inspection of paint/coating systems for structures, piping, vessels
and equipment in onshore oil and gas production operations. While this specification along with
the industry recommended practices are intended to be complete, the requirements set forth do
not relieve Contractor of providing quality finished products and services.
Coatings to be applied for this project are identified below in the Coating Schedule. Changes to
this schedule shall not be made without permission from ConocoPhillips.
Project Coating Schedule
Surf Coat
Item Prep No. Coating Type Product DFT Color Remark
The applicable sections of the following industry standards and procedures will apply to this
specification. The latest editions shall apply unless noted otherwise.
Check Box Option
ASTM E337 – Standard Test Method for Measuring Humidity with a Psychrometer (the
Measurement of W et- and Dry-Bulb Temperatures)
SSPC-AB 1 – Mineral and Slag Abrasives
SSPC-PA 1 – Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting
SSPC-PA 2 – Measurement of Dry Paint Thickness with Magnetic Gages
SSPC-PA Guide 3 – Guide to Safety in Paint Application
SSPC-SP 1 – Solvent Cleaning
SSPC-SP 2 – Hand Tool Cleaning
SSPC-SP 3 – Power Tool Cleaning
SSPC-SP 5/NACE No. 1 – White Metal Blast Cleaning
SSPC-SP 6/NACE No. 3 – Commercial Blast Cleaning
SSPC-SP 7/NACE No. 4 – Brush-Off Blast Cleaning
SSPC-SP 10/NACE No. 2 – Near White Blast Cleaning
SSPC-SP 11 – Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal
SSPC-VIS 1-89 – Visual Standard for Abrasive Blast Cleaned Steel (Standard Reference
Photographs)
NACE SP0178 -- Design, Fabrication, and Surface Finish Practices for Tanks and Vessels to
Be Lined for Immersion Service
NACE SP0188 -- Discontinuity (Holiday) Testing of New Protective Coatings on Conductive
Substrates
NACE SP0490 -- Holiday Detection of Fusion-Bonded Epoxy External Pipeline Coatings of 250
to 760 um (10 to 30 Mils)
NACE SP0181 – Liquid-Applied Internal Protective Coatings for Oilfield Production Equipment
Coating Application Requirements
Blasting and painting shall be performed in accordance with SSPC-PA 1 Shop, Field, and
Maintenance Painting.
Unless specified otherwise, the following surfaces shall not be coated and will be protected from
blasting:
a. Interior surfaces of piping and equipment
b. Nonferrous metals
c. Galvanized or metalized surfaces
d. Insulation jacketing
e. Nonmetallic materials such as wood, tile, brick, concrete, and thermoplastics
f. Cast iron products such as manhole covers and grating
The following surfaces shall not be coated and shall be protected from surface preparation and
painting activity in the area:
a. Valve stems, flange faces, and other machined contact surfaces
b. Internal surfaces of valves, unless specified otherwise
c. Electrical contact points
d. Nameplates and identification tags
e. Glass surfaces of gage glasses and sight glasses
f. Resilient seal materials
g. Gasket contact surfaces, unless specified otherwise
h. Equipment identification
i. Inspection point identification markers
All welds shall be relatively smooth, without sharp edges, and free of weld slag and weld spatter
before blasting. For immersion service, follow the requirements in NACE SP0178.
Application shall be in accordance with SSPC-PA 1, the coating manufacturer’s published
application instructions, data sheets, MSDS, and the requirements specified herein.
Do not apply paint while any of the following conditions are present or expected before the paint
cures, unless otherwise stipulated by coating manufacturer:
a. Temperature: Ambient, substrate, or coating material temperatures are above 120ºF
(49ºC) below 50ºF (10ºC), or outside the range recommended by the coating manufacturer
b. Humidity: The ambient or substrate temperature is less than 5ºF (3ºC) above the dew point
or outside the range recommended by the coating manufacturer. Dew point temperature
shall be determined by sling psychrometer in accordance with ASTM E337, or equivalent
electronic device at the location where work is being performed
c. Wind: During strong or gusty wind conditions, particularly for spray application
d. Weather: During rain, snow, or fog or on damp surfaces or surfaces that may have frost
e. Lighting: Under insufficient lighting conditions
Coating materials shall be mixed, thinned, applied, and repaired in accordance with the coating
manufacturer’s data sheets.
Check the dry film thickness (DFT) of each coat in accordance with the procedures defined by
SSPC-PA 2 using a magnetic gage that has been properly calibrated.
The following shall apply when using inorganic zinc coatings:

a. Inorganic zinc primer shall not be applied under insulation.
b. Inorganic zinc primer shall be applied using an agitated pot.
c. Inorganic zinc shall not be applied by brush, even touch-up.
d. Before top coating over an inorganic zinc primer, the cure of the primer shall be verified.
e. Inorganic zinc primers shall have all overspray removed with a stiff bristle brush or wire
screen and shall be clean and thoroughly cured before top-coating.
f. If spray applying over inorganic zinc primers, a mist coat shall be used to avoid bubbling.
The mist coat may be a thinned coat or applied by a quick pass of the spray gun before
applying the full coat, but sufficient time shall be allowed for solvent evaporation.
Each coat of paint shall be of a uniform film, free of defects (e.g., pinholes, holidays voids,
bubbles, skips, runs, sags, blisters, wrinkles, and mud cracking), and of a uniform thickness and
appearance.
Care shall be exercised to prevent overspray, spillage, or application of coatings to surfaces for
which they are not intended. Dry spray and overspray shall be removed.
Damaged areas shall be spot-blast cleaned, power tool cleaned, or hand tool cleaned as
necessary to restore any exposed steel to an original degree of cleanliness. All loose, cracked,
and damaged coating shall be removed and the adjacent sound coating feathered back
approximately 2 inches to form a uniform and smooth surface. Feathering shall be done by hand
or power sanding with a grit wheel or sandpaper. The prepared surface shall be free of loose,
burnt, or blistered coating.
Unless specified otherwise, the coating used for repair shall be the same as the original and shall
have the same DFT.
Coatings subject to immersion service shall be holiday inspected in accordance with NACE
SP0188. All coated surfaces shall be holiday free. Repair any identified holidays.
Additional Requirements (added by ConocoPhillips representative)
Attachment B – Generic Coating Schedule
Coating Systems for External Surfaces – Mild (C2) Environment
Surf
Sys Oper Surf Coat DFT
Items Profile Coating Type Remark
No. Temp, (F) Prep No. (mils)
(mils)
Structural Steel
1 Exterior carbon steel: columns, beams, <750 SP6 Galvanized Per ASTM A-123
girders, trusses, channels, walkways,
handrails, ladders, cages, platforms,
stairways, grating and other structural
members
2B Exterior carbon steel: columns, beams, <150 SP10 2-3 1st Alkyd Enamel 4-7
girders, trusses, channels, walkways, Total 4-7
stairways, and other structural
members or exterior miscellaneous
steel
Tanks, Vessels, Piping, Equipment, Associated Valves
2B Uninsulated carbon steel (Alt for <150 SP10 1-2 1st Alkyd Enamel 4-7
moderate environment) Total 4-7
2C Uninsulated (Alt for moderate <150 SP10 2-3 1st Waterborne Acrylic 2-4
environment) 2nd Waterborne Acrylic 2-3
4-7
3 Uninsulated carbon steel >250 SP10 2-3 1st Inorganic Zinc 3-4
<750 Total 3-4
Surf
(mils)
5A Insulated carbon steel or stainless steel <300 SP5 1.5-3 1st Epoxy Phenolic 5-7 CUI Prevention
2nd Epoxy Phenolic 5-7
Total 10-14
5B Insulated carbon steel or stainless <400 SP5 1.5-3 1st Epoxy Novolac 5-7 CUI Prevention
steel 2nd Epoxy Novolac 5-7
Total 10-14
5C Insulated or Un-Insulated carbon steel <1170 SP5 1.5-3 1st Thermal Spray 7-10 CUI Prevention
or stainless steel Aluminum
Total 10-14
Coating Systems for External Surfaces – Moderate to Severe (C3 and C4) Environment
Surf
(mils)
Structural Steel
1 Exterior carbon steel: columns, beams, <750 SP6 Galvanized Per ASTM A-123
girders, trusses, channels, walkways,
stairways, grating and other structural
members
2A Exterior carbon steel: columns, beams, <250 SP6 3 1st High Build Epoxy 5-7 If external corrosion is
girders, trusses, channels, walkways, 2nd Polyurethane/Urethane 2-3 known to be a problem
handrails, ladders, cages, platforms, Total 7-10 use System 7A or 7B
members or exterior miscellaneous
steel
2B Exterior carbon steel: columns, beams, <150 SP10 2-3 1st Alkyd Enamel 4-7 If external corrosion is
girders, trusses, channels, walkways, Total 4-7 known to be a problem
handrails, ladders, cages, platforms, use System 7A or 7B
members or miscellaneous steel (Alt for
moderate environment)
2A Uninsulated carbon steel <250 SP10 2-3 1st High Build Epoxy 5-7
2nd Polyurethane/Urethane 2-3
Total 7-10
2B Uninsulated carbon steel (Alt for <150 SP10 1-2 1st Alkyd Enamel 4-7
moderate environment) Total 4-7
2C Uninsulated carbon steel (Alt for <150 SP10 1-2 1st Waterborne Acrylic 2-4
moderate environment) 2nd Waterborne Acrylic 2-3
Total 4-7
Surf
(mils)
3 Uninsulated carbon steel >250 SP10 2-3 1st Inorganic Zinc 3-4
<750 Total 3-4
4 Uninsulated carbon steel >750 SP10 1st Heat Cured Silicone 1-2
<1200 2nd Heat Cured Silicone 1-2
Total 2-4
5A Insulated carbon steel or stainless steel <300 SP5 1.5-3 1st Epoxy Phenolic 5-7 CUI Prevention
2nd Epoxy Phenolic 5-7
Total 10-14
5B Insulated carbon steel or stainless steel <400 SP5 1.5-3 1st Epoxy Novolac 5-7 CUI Prevention
2nd Epoxy Novolac 5-7
Total 10-14
5C Insulated or Un-Insulated carbon steel <1170 SP5 3-4 1st Thermal Spray 7-10 CUI Prevention
or stainless steel Aluminum
Total 7-10
6 External Tank Bottom (optional) <250 SP5 3-4 1st Epoxy Mastic 5-7
2nd Epoxy Mastic 5-7
Total 10-14
Pumps, Compressors, Motors, and
Rotating Equipment Manufacturer’s standard for application
Coating Systems for External Surfaces – Severe/Coastal (C5) Environment
Surface
(mils)
Structural Steel
1 Exterior carbon steel: columns, <750 SP8 Galvanized Per ASTM A-123
beams, girders, trusses, channels,
walkways, handrails, ladders, cages,
platforms, stairways, grating and
other structural members
7A Exterior carbon steel: columns, <250 SP10 2-3 1st Inorganic Zinc – Note 2-3 See Section 4.4.7 for
beams, girders, trusses, channels, 1 precautions using
walkways, handrails, ladders, cages, 2nd Polyamide Epoxy 5-7 inorganic zinc
platforms, stairways, and other 3rd Polyurethane/Urethane 2-3
structural members, exterior Total 9-13
miscellaneous
Steel
7B Exterior carbon steel: columns, <250 SP10 2-3 1st Organic Zinc 2-3 Suitable in lower
beams, girders, trusses, channels, 2nd Polyamide Epoxy 5-7 humidity environments
walkways, handrails, ladders, cages, 3rd Polyurethane/Urethane 2-3
platforms, stairways, and other Total 9-13
structural members, exterior
miscellaneous
steel
7A Uninsulated carbon steel <250 SP10 2-3 1st Inorganic Zinc – Note 2-3 See Section 4.4.7 for
1 precautions using
2nd Polyamide Epoxy 5-7 inorganic zinc
3rd Urethane 2-3
Total 9-13
7B Uninsulated carbon steel <250 SP10 2-3 1st Zinc Rich Epoxy 2-3
Primer
Surface
(mils)
2nd Polyamide Epoxy 5-7
3rd Polyurethane/Urethane 2-3
Total 9-13
3 Uninsulated carbon steel >250 SP10 2-3 1st Inorganic Zinc 3-4 See Section 4.4.7 for
<750 Total 3-4 precautions using
inorganic zinc
4 Uninsulated >750 SP10 1st Heat Cured Silicone 1-2
<1200 2nd Heat Cured Silicone 1-2
Total 2-4
5A Insulated - Carbon Steel or <300 SP5 1.5-3 1st Epoxy Phenolic 5-7 CUI prevention
Stainless Steel 2nd Epoxy Phenolic 5-7
Total 10-14
5B Insulated - Carbon Steel or Stainless <400 SP5 1.5-3 1st Epoxy Novolac 5-7 CUI prevention
Steel 2nd Epoxy Novolac 5-7
Total 10-14
5C Insulated - Carbon Steel or Stainless <1170 SP5 3-4 1st Thermal Spray 10-14 CUI prevention
Steel 2nd Aluminum
10-14
Total
6 External Tank Bottom (optional) <250 SP5 3-4 1st Epoxy Mastic 5-7
2nd Epoxy Mastic 5-7
Total 10-14
Pumps, Compressors, Motors,

and Rotating Equipment Manufacturer’s standard for application
Other Surfaces
Oper Surf Coat

No. Items Temp, (F) Prep No. Coating Type DFT (mils) Remark
Internal Tanks and Vessels
Note: The specific coating for tank lining should be confirmed with a ConocoPhillips Coating Specialist to ensure compatibility with
the contents of the tank and to achieve maximum service life.
9 Thin-filmed system Note 2 SP5 1st Epoxy Phenolic 5-7 Tank Lining
Note 3 Stripe Epoxy Phenolic 1-2 100% holiday check per
2nd Epoxy Phenolic 5-7 NACE SP0188
Total 11-16
Fire Tubes
11 High temperature external coating <450 SP5 1st Epoxy Phenolic 5-7 Corchem 239
Buried Piping and Pipelines – See Also GESP-PPL-EP-005
12 External coating full joints <250 SP5 1st Fusion Bond Epoxy 12-16 100% holiday check per
Total 12-16 NACE SP0490
13 External coating short lengths and <175 SP5 1st Epoxy Mastic Applied per manufacturer’s
field joints specifications
14 External coating short lengths and <175 SP5 1st Glass Flake Epoxy 10-12 Applied per manufacturer’s
field joints – alternate for severe 2nd Glass Flake Epoxy 10-12 specifications
service Total 20-24
Internal Pipe Coating/lining
15 Lining for line pipe <250 SP5 1st Fusion Bond Epoxy 12-16 Applied per manufacturer’s
See mfgr. Total 12-16 specifications
datasheet
Notes:
Note 1 – An epoxy tie-coat may be required between the primer and mid-coat to prevent pinholes.
Note 2 – Not all epoxy phenolic systems will have the same upper temperature limit, which typically is 150°C. Confirm upper temperature limit by testing or with
evidence of successful testing from the manufacturer.
Note 3 – Thick-film coatings are available for aggressive service. Tank linings for potable water service shall meet NSF or approved local requirements
Caution: FBE is covered in GESP-PPL-EP-005. FBE coated piping stored for prolonged periods of time will degrade and deteriorate due to UV exposure. FBE should
be inspected to ensure degradation has not occurred. Pipeline for above ground service should have a polyurethane or similar top coat to prevent UV degradation.
Attachment C – Suggested Coating Brands/Products
PPG/ Other
Internationa Sherwin Ameron/ Specialist Applicable
Coating Type Hempel Jotun Carboline
l Paints Williams Sigma Coatings System Number
Interzinc 22 Zinc Clad II Dimetcote
Inorganic Zinc Primer Galvosil 15680 series Ethyl Silicate 9 Series
Resist 78 Carbozinc 11 3, 7A
Zinc Rich Epoxy Hempadur Amercoat
Interzinc 52 Zinc Clad IV Barrier 80 Carbozinc 859 7B
Primer Zinc 17340 68HS
Polyamide Epoxy Hempadur Intergard Macropoxy Amercoat Jotacote
Carboguard 60 7A, 7B
Over Primer Mastic 45880 475 646 385 Universal
High Build Epoxy
Hempadur Interseal Macropoxy Sigmacover Jotacote Carboguard
Over Primer or direct Mastic 45880 670HS 646 456 Universal 890
2A
to metal
Polyurethane/ Hempathane Interthane Hi-Solids Amercoat Carbothane
Hardtop XP 2A
Urethane HS 55610 990 series Polyurethane 450HS 134 HG
Interlac 198
Hempalin Industrial Amercoat Carbocoat
Alkyd Enamel Enamel 52140
Primer /
Enamel 5450
Pilot II
8215
2B
Interlac 665
Intercryl 520
Hempacryl (primer) Amercoat Waterfine Carbocrylic
Waterborne Acrylic Enamel 58030 Intercryl 530
DTM Acrylic
220 Topcoat 3359 DTM
2C
(topcoat)
TT-P-28H Thermaline
Silicone
Intertherm Low VOC Heat Amercoat Solvalitt 4700 or
Heat Cured Silicone Aluminum 4
50 Resisting 878 Midtherm Thermaline
56913
Silicone 4900
Phenoline 187
Epoxy Phenolic Hempadur
Intertherm Phenicon HS Amercoat 90 or Thermaline
CUI Prevention 35760 or
228 FF HS
Epoxy HR
400 or
5A
300F max 35900 Phenoline 385
Epoxy Novolac
Intertherm Amercoat Thermaline
CUI Prevention 228
Epo-Phen FF
253 450
5B
400F max
PPG/ Other
Internationa Sherwin Ameron/ Specialist Applicable
Coating Type Hempel Jotun Carboline
l Paints Williams System Number
Sigma Coatings
EpoPhen Hi
Temp Tank
Epoxy Phenolic Hempadur Interline 399 Lining 210°F Amercoat 90 Tankguard
Phenoline 385 9
Tank Lining 35900 200F max max HS Storage
DuraPlate HS
150°F max
NovaPlate
UHS 180°F
max in water
Epoxy Novolac Hempadur
service
Amercoat Tankguard
35900 Interline 399 253 Storage Phenoline 353 9
Tank Lining NovaPlate 325
210°F max in
water service
High temperature
Corchem
external coating (Fire 239 11
Tubes)
Epoxy Mastic Hempadur Interseal Macropoxy Amerlock Jotamastic Carbomastic
6, 13
Mastic 45880 670HS 646 400 80 15 or 615 HS
Hempadur GF Interzone Amerlock Jotamastic Carboguard
Glass Flake Epoxy 35870 505
SherGlass FF
400GF 87 GF 1209
14
Epoxy Tie Coat Hempadur Interseal Macropoxy Amercoat Jotacote
Carboguard 60 7A
Mastic 45880 670HS 646 385 Universal
The above are suggested systems, not required systems. While these coating systems may have been successfully used in the past; that use
is not a guarantee of future success. Check the product datasheet for maximum service temperatures. Consult with a ConocoPhillips coating
specialist for further guidance. Equivalent brands/systems may be acceptable.
ConocoPhillips may have in place corporate discount with alliance suppliers, check with your procurement specialist.
Attachment D – Sample Documents
1_Daily Coating 2_DFT Measurement 3_Coating Corrective

Inspection Report Fo Report.pdf Action Report.pdf
4_Photograph
Daily Coating
Record.pdf Inspection Report-Sho
Attachment E ─ Commentary
6.3 Surface preparation and profile is not the same though are linked. Surface preparation
defines the general activity of cleaning the surface and the cleanliness level. Surface
profile defines the roughness of the surface. Good surface preparation is required to
remove any dirt, contamination or oxides that might interfere with coating adhesion and
then coating life. Sufficient surface profile, both roughness and depth, is required to
provide a good anchor for the coating to adhere.
6.3.1 High pressure water blasting will remove old coatings and will expose the original
surface preparation but this process will not improve on that original surface
preparation. If the original surface is in poor condition or not properly prepared then grit
blasting is required.
6.3.2 The purpose of surface preparation is to provide a clean surface for the coating to
promote good coating adhesion. Coatings will not adhere well to dirty or contaminated
surfaces. Grit blasting also provides a rough and sharp surface profile to give
additional surface area for adhesion and “tooth” on the surface to the coating to make a
mechanical bond.
Inhibited washes used to “hold” the surface condition after blasting and before coating
typically add some level of contamination to the surface and may degrade
performance. Acid washes that reportedly do not add to the surface contamination
level are in the market but they are un-tested by COP at this writing and should be
carefully considered before using.
6.3.3 Grit blasting is the preferred surface preparation method. Mechanical and hand
surface preparation will not do as good a job and the coating will not have the same
service life as for grit blasted surface preparation. Grit blasting provides a better
mechanical bond than does shot blasting. Shot blasting peens the surface and leaves
a relatively smooth surface in comparison to grit blasting. Wire brushing polishes the
surface and degrades adhesion. You can achieve good adhesion values on a brushed
surface but it will not have the same long-term durability as a grit blasted surface.
6.4.1 Rollers are discouraged from use because they tend to leave fibers in the coating,
which can create a path for water transport to the steel surface. Sprayed and brush
coated surfaces tend to last longer.
6.4.3 Applying coatings outside the recommended environmental conditions can lead to a
number of problems from incomplete cure to excessively fast cure and not getting
proper flow and wetting.
6.4.5 Thinning shall always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. Excessive thinning
can lead to poor coating life and may cause excessive VOC levels. Coating
manufacturers generally discourage thinning because it can have a detrimental effect
on coating durability and VOC emissions.
6.4.6 The use of coating products within the specified pot life is critical. Multi-component
coating materials begin to cross-link and cure as soon as they are mixed and pot life is
the time these products are suitable for application. If the pot life is exceeded too
much curing has taken place and the coating will not adhere and bond properly which
will shorten the service life. Pot life is highly temperature dependent.
6.4.9 Film thickness can be crucial to coating life. Inadequate film thickness may lead to
thinning on edges and early break-down and rusting. Excessive film thickness can lead
to high stresses in the coating or loss of coating flexibility, which will cause cracking
and film break-down.
6.5.1 It is not recommended to conduct adhesion or other destructive testing on production

coatings because the repair required will degrade the quality of the finished coating –
the repair is never as good as the original job. The standard practice is to make test
plates prepared and coating concurrently with the production and conduct all tests on
those plates. It is incumbent on the coating inspector to ensure that the test plate
condition and coating is reflective of the production work.
Commentary to Attachment B – Generic Coating Schedule
Polyurea tank linings have been included in various drafts of this document and have been used in
the L48 business unit. These linings have been shown to fail prematurely in immersion service
and should not be used.
Upgrading of coatings to a coating specified for a more severe service is generally acceptable but
there is usually a cost impact. Downgrading to a coating specified for a milder service is not
recommended. Please contact a ConocoPhillips coating specialist for guidance.
Commentary to Attachment C - Suggested Coating Brands/Products
These are coating system as recommended by reputable manufacturers and these can be
expected to give reasonable results within the limitations given. Tank linings should be
approached with caution as relatively small amounts of contaminants can damage coatings.
Consult the coating manufacturer and the ConocoPhillips Coating Specialist for advice.

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Onshore Painting and Coating Specification

Document Reviewed by:

Herdiansyah Shorenata Widodo

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1.0 PURPOSE ...........................................................................................................................................3

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Company ConocoPhillips Company

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Inspector A ConocoPhillips appointed engineer or inspector

4.0 STANDARDS AND CODES

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American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC)

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Society of Protective Coatings (SSPC)

National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE)

International Standards Organization

Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related

Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related

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International Standards Organization

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4.2 Other References

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• Galvanized or metalized (thermal sprayed) surfaces

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6.3.2 Abrasive Blasting

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6.5.3 Pre-surface Preparation

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Attachment A – ConocoPhillips Onshore Paint and Coating Specification

Check Box Option

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Coating Application Requirements

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The following shall apply when using inorganic zinc coatings:

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Attachment B – Generic Coating Schedule

Coating Systems for External Surfaces – Mild (C2) Environment

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