Painting Systems

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Color Specification

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Table of Contents
1 Scope ............................................................................................................................................. 4
2 References ..................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Product Data Sheets................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC) ................................................................................ 4
2.3 European Standards ................................................................................................................ 4
3 Paint Systems................................................................................................................................. 5
3.1 Polyurethane ........................................................................................................................... 5
3.1.1 Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane - Indoor/ Outdoor Non-Coastal................................... 5
3.1.2 Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane - SEVERE SERVICE ENVIRONMENTS.................... 6
3.1.3 Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane – Containers in Marine Environments ........................ 7
3.2 Epoxy Polyamide - Indoor ........................................................................................................ 7
3.2.1 Paint System Code PS-EP-01................................................................................... 7
3.2.2 Paint System Code PS-EP-02................................................................................... 8
3.3 Siloxane................................................................................................................................... 8
3.3.1 Siloxane System 1– Indoor/ Outdoor Non-Coastal .................................................... 8
3.3.2 Siloxane System 2 – Outdoor Coastal....................................................................... 9
3.4 Glass Flaked Novolac Epoxy – Acid and Caustic Skids and Equipment .................................. 9
3.5 Powder Coat .......................................................................................................................... 10
3.5.1 Electrical Enclosures............................................................................................... 10
3.5.2 Frames and Skids ................................................................................................... 11
3.6 Enamel .................................................................................................................................. 11
3.6.1 Urethane Enamel .................................................................................................... 11
4 Paint Colors .................................................................................................................................. 12
5 General Guidelines ....................................................................................................................... 13
5.1 Surface Preparation ............................................................................................................... 13
5.2 Application ............................................................................................................................. 13
5.3 Curing .................................................................................................................................... 13
5.4 Inspection .............................................................................................................................. 14
5.4.1 Number of Measurements....................................................................................... 14
5.4.2 Coating Thickness Restriction Levels...................................................................... 14
5.4.3 Inspection by Owner ............................................................................................... 15
5.5 Repairs .................................................................................................................................. 16

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6 Data Submittal .............................................................................................................................. 16

7 Revision History ............................................................................................................................ 17
8 Appendices ................................................................................................................................... 18
8.1 Painting Systems Summary ................................................................................................... 18
8.2 Painting System Selection ..................................................................................................... 20
8.3 Paint Color Numbers ............................................................................................................. 20
8.4 Table 8.4 – Paint Color Selection (Note 1) ............................................................................. 21
8.5 Painting System Properties.................................................................................................... 22
8.6 Surface Preparation Standards Comparison .......................................................................... 23
8.7 Corrosion Environments ........................................................................................................ 24
8.8 Conversion - Mils vs. Microns ................................................................................................ 24

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1 Scope
This specification establishes the minimum requirements for the painting systems used for non-
galvanized carbon steel vessels, carbon steel piping, carbon steel structures and control enclosures
which will be exposed to atmospheric conditions. Painting systems are categorized based on type and
location of use. Isocyanate- free systems are to be used at those facilities, which, for EHS reasons, are
not able to use the urethane-based painting systems.

2 References
The latest edition or revisions of the following references are part of this specification:

2.1 Product Data Sheets

The latest edition or revisions of the manufacture’s published Product Data Sheets shall form part of
this specification:

2.2 Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC)

SSPC-SP5 White Metal Blast
SSPC-SP6 Commercial Blast
SSPC-SP10 Near White Blast
SSPC-PA 2 Measurement of Dry Film Thickness with Magnetic Gauges
SSPC-VIS 1 Visual Standard for Abrasive Blast Cleaned Steel

2.3 European Standards

EN ISO 12944 Paints and Varnishes — Corrosion Protection of Steel Structures by
Protective Paint Systems
EN ISO 8501-1 Preparation of Steel Substrates Before Application of Paints and Related
Products. Visual Assessment of Surface Cleanliness. Rust Grades and
Preparation Grades of Uncoated Steel Substrates and of Steel Substrates
After Overall Removal of Previous Coatings
EN 14879 Organic Coating Systems and Linings for Protection of Industrial Apparatus
and Plants Against Corrosion Caused by Aggressive Media
EN 10339 Steel Tubes for Onshore and Offshore Water Pipelines. Internal Liquid
Applied Epoxy Linings for Corrosion Protection
EN ISO 2808 Paints and Varnishes. Determination of Film Thickness
EN ISO 2409 Paints and Varnishes. Cross-Cut Test
EN ISO 4624 Paints and Varnishes. Pull-Off Test for Adhesion
ISO 19840 Paints and varnishes — Corrosion protection of steel structures by
protective paint systems — Measurement of, and acceptance criteria for,
the thickness of dry films on rough surfaces …
ISO 12944-5 Paints and varnishes -- Corrosion protection of steel structures by protective
paint systems -- Part 5: Protective paint systems

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3 Paint Systems
In the absence of alternate contractual requirements, one of the following paint systems shall be used:

3.1 Polyurethane
3.1.1 Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane - Indoor/ Outdoor Non-Coastal
This is a system that has outstanding weathering resistance and color retention. It is a hard, glossy,
attractive topcoat for areas that require excellent resistance to splash, spillage and fumes of acid,
caustic, or salt. Primary use is Indoor/ outdoor non-coastal service. This system weathers exceptionally
well.

3.1.1.1 Paint System Code PS-AP-01-1

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6 or alternately 1.4-1.6% acid phosphate wash
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Tnemec Series 161 Tneme- 2.0 to 6.0 (50 to 150)
Fascure or
Tnemec Series 20 Pota-Pox
or
Tnemec Series FC20 Pota-
Pox
Polyamide Epoxy
Topcoat Tnemec Series 1095 2.0 to 5.0 (51 to 127)
Endura-Shield Aliphatic
Acrylic Polyurethane

3.1.1.2 Paint System Code PS-AP-01-2

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Carboguard 893 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)
Intermediate Carboguard 893 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)
Topcoat Carbothane 134 HG 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)

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3.1.1.3 Paint System Code PS-AP-01-3

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP10 (Sa 2 ½)
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Akzo Nobel Interseal 670HS 4 (102)
High Built Epoxy
Topcoat Akzo Nobel Interthane 870 3 (76)
High Built Acrylic
Polyurethane

3.1.2 Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane - SEVERE SERVICE ENVIRONMENTS

The primary use for this paint system is Carbon Steel Building Bases and Exterior Carbon Steel Tank
Surfaces. It can also be used for frames and skids not in contact with strong acid or caustic but is not
the preferred system for frames and skids.
For steel to be coated in interior/ exterior environments with some condensation, abrasion, impact, or
chemical exposure; or marine/tropical settings less than 50 miles from a seacoast. Not designed for
below ground service.

3.1.2.1 Paint System Code PS-AP-02-1

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP10 (Sa 2 ½)
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Amercoat 68HS Organic Zinc 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)
Rich Epoxy Primer
Intermediate Amercoat 370 4.0 to 6.0 (100 to 150)
Topcoat Pitthane Ultra 95-812 Series 2.0 to 3.0 (550 to 75)

3.1.2.2 Paint System Code PS-AP-02-2

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Carbozinc 808 or Carbozinc 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)
859
Intermediate Carboguard 893 4.0 to 5.0 (102 to 127)
Topcoat Carbothane 133 HB 3.0 to 5.0 (76 to 127)

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3.1.2.3 Paint System Code PS-AP-02-3

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP10 (Sa 2 ½)
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Jotun Barrier 80
Zinc Rich Epoxy Primer 2 (51)
Intermediate Jotun Penguard Express 4.0 (102)
High solids two-pack Epoxy
Topcoat Jotun Hardtop XP High solid, 2.0 (51)
Aliphatic Polyurethane

3.1.3 Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane – Containers in Marine Environments

The primary use for this paint system is Carbon Steel ISO Sea Water Containers that may be exposed
to ocean transport, or aggressive costal or non-costal outdoor industrial environments.

3.1.3.1 Paint System Code PS-AP-03

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6, 3.0 to 4.0 mil profile
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer (by vendor)
Intermediate (by vendor)
Topcoat AWL Grip 2000 (or approved
equal)

3.2 Epoxy Polyamide - Indoor

This is a two component, cross-linked epoxy polyamide paint system. It is recommended as a high
solids, semi-gloss, esthetic topcoat for components (excluding Regeneration Skids) installed indoors.

3.2.1 Paint System Code PS-EP-01

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Carboguard 893 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)
Topcoat Carboguard 890 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)

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3.2.2 Paint System Code PS-EP-02

Single coat system for indoor, Non-Coastal, Non-Seawater, use only

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)

Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation Phosphatizing Spray Wash (SSPC SP6) *
SSPC (ISO 8501-1) (1.4 to 1.6% acid phosphate)
Single Coat Carboguard 890 4.0 to 8.0 (102 to 204)
Note: SSPC-SP6 is an acceptable alternate to Phosphate Wash

3.3 Siloxane
This is a weatherable epoxy coating that embodies the properties of a high performance epoxy and
acrylic polyurethane.

3.3.1 Siloxane System 1– Indoor/ Outdoor Non-Coastal

3.3.1.1 Paint System Code PS-SI-01-1
Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Amercoat 370 or 4.0 to 6.0 (100 to 150)
Amerlock 600 5.0 to 10.0 (125 to 250)
Topcoat Ameron PSX700 3.0 to 7.0 (75 to 175)

3.3.1.2 Paint System Code PS-SI-01-2

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Carboguard 893 3.0 to 4.0 (76 to 102)
Topcoat Carboxane 2000 3.0 to 4.0 (76 to 102)

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3.3.2 Siloxane System 2 – Outdoor Coastal

3.3.2.1 Paint System Code PS-SI-02-1
Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP5 or SP10
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Amercoat 370 4.0 to 6.0 (100 to 150)
Stripe Amercoat 370 Brush, visually coat
Topcoat Ameron PSX700 5.0 to 6.0 (127 to 152)

3.3.2.2 Paint System Code PS-SI-02-2

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Carbozinc 808 or
Carbozinc 859 4-5 (102-127)
Topcoat Carboxane 2000 5.0 to 6.0 (127 to 152)

3.3.2.3 Paint System Code PS-SI-03

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP6
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Topcoat Ameron PSX700 6.0 to 8.0 (152 to 203)
Note: PS-SI-03 is acceptable and the preferred system for shop fabricated and painted bracketing and supports. It
is an acceptable system for paint touch up, provided compatibility with the base coat has been established. Painting
method may be either spray, brush, or roller application.

3.4 Glass Flaked Novolac Epoxy – Acid and Caustic Skids and Equipment
This is a high-performance Novolac Epoxy coating recommended for use on acid and caustic skids and
equipment (50% caustic or high strength sulfuric) and other areas of high spillage.

3.4.1.1 Paint System Code PS-NE-01-1

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP10, minimum 2-3 mil profile
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Topcoat Phenoline 1205 12.0 to 15.0 (305 to 381)

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3.4.1.2 Paint System Code PS-NE-01-2

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP10, minimum 2-3 mil profile
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Topcoat Thermoline 450 12.0 to 15.0 (305 to 381)

3.5 Powder Coat

3.5.1 Electrical Enclosures
3.5.1.1 Paint System Code PS-PC-01-1 (Discontinued)
This was a high solids polyester baked enamel paint system to be used in lieu of the manufacturer’s
standard. Liquid systems, however, have almost been completely replaced by powder coat finishes as
the standard for electrical enclosures. The Permaclad 2400 product line has been discontinued. This
system is included here only for historical reference.

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)

Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation Submerged Wash
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Sherman Williams 1.5 to 2.0 (38 to 51)
Monobake Primer
Topcoat Permaclad 2400 0.9 to 1.2 (22 to 30)
(Discontinued)

3.5.1.2 Paint System Code PS-PC-01-2

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation Multistage Chemical (or approved equal*)
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Sherman Williams 2.0 to 2.5 (51 to 64)
EAS6-C0025 Zinc Rich
Epoxy
Topcoat Sherman Williams 2.0 to 3.0 (51 to 76)
Polyester TGIC Powder Coat
DAS9-00027
Color ANSI 61 Light Grey, Gloss
Note - Two-step process powder coat suitable for Coastal environments.
* Surface preparation to meet or exceed minimum manufacturers recommended for the material substrate.

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3.5.2 Frames and Skids

Primary Use: Frames & Skids not in contact with strong acid or caustic. This system can be used for
chemical skid frames for low strength chemicals (i.e. bisulfite or hypochlorite). This system can also be
used for carbon steel pipes. For frames & skids in contact with strong acid or caustic System NE-01 is
the preferred system.

3.5.2.1 Paint System Code PS-PC-02

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP10
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Tiger Drylac Series 69
(Zinc Rich) 3.5-4.5 (89-114)
Topcoat Tiger Drylac Series 49 2.5 to 3.5 (64 to 89)

3.6 Enamel
3.6.1 Urethane Enamel
This is a short oil alkyd, high gloss air dry alkyd Enamel paint system, classified as a Urethane Enamel
when catalyzed.

3.6.1.1 Paint System Code PS-EN-01-1

Coating Manufacturer Thickness (DFT)
Mils (Microns)
Surface Preparation SP10
SSPC (ISO 8501-1)
Primer Sherwin Williams 1.25 to 1.5 (31 to 38)
KEM 400 Gray E61A400
Topcoat Sherwin Williams 1.0 to 1.5 (25 to 38)
KEM 400 F75KX(Z12704)/
V66V1020 Urethane Enamel
Color RAL 7035 Light Gray

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4 Paint Colors
In all cases, the Engineering drawings and/or the engineering Bill of Material or Purchase Requisition
shall provide the specific paint color. Any discrepancy found in the documents shall be reported to the
engineer for clarification.
WTS standard equipment skids shall have consistent paint colors and labels, no matter the
manufacturing location. The following paint colors have been selected as standard:

RAL 5019 RAL 9003 RAL 7035

Capri Blue Signal White Light Grey

Final colors shall be based on equipment type, project scope and, if applicable, customer
specifications.

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5 General Guidelines
The following are some general guidelines. For detailed instruction, refer to the applicable specification
and manufacturer’s product bulletins. All painting shall, as a minimum, be in accordance with the paint
manufacturer’s recommendations and conform to the requirements outline in the applicable
specifications.

5.1 Surface Preparation

All steel surfaces to be coated must be sandblasted, as a minimum, in accordance with SSPC¬SP6
unless noted otherwise or alternately prepared in accordance with Work Instruction 302.MTKA.120, if
applicable. SSPC-SP6 is defined as about 2/3 of a white metal blast, which allows for very slight
residues of rust and paint in the form of staining. The relative humidity shall be less than 85%. The
surface temperature of the metal shall be a minimum of 5⁰ F (3⁰ C) above the dew point. Maximum
time between blasting and painting shall be minimized to ensure that the quality of the prepared surface
does not deteriorate before the application of the coating. The specified abrasive blast quality should
not degrade before prime painting. There shall be no evidence of rust hues, flash rust, or rust-back
before priming.
For surface preparation comparison of SSPC with ISO 8501-1 grades, refer to Table 8.6.

5.2 Application
Equipment shall be acclimatized to the coating application temperature prior to proceeding. Paint shall
only be applied when the ambient and surface temperature of the equipment is above 50⁰ F (10⁰ C) and
below 104⁰ F (40⁰ C) and the relative humidity is less than 85%. Paint shall only be applied when the
surface temperature of the metal is 5⁰ F (3⁰ C) above the dew point.
After thoroughly preparing the surface by sand blasting and brushing the debris away, re-tape and
protect areas not required to be coated, apply stripe coating to edges and welds, backs of flanges and
hard to access areas including the inside of bolt holes, handles, yokes, bolting, and the inside of legs
and angles, as necessary, to provide sufficient film build to resist corrosion. Stripe all essential areas
where spray cannot be applied. Apply the primer with conventional spray equipment. Allow this coat to
dry thoroughly before applying (intermediate stripe coating, if applicable), the intermediate and/or the
topcoat. Apply additional coats as needed to obtain the required thickness allowing each coat to dry
before applying the next.

5.3 Curing
The paint systems described above may be air-cured or force-cured. Curing times vary depending on
the type of paint from 8 hours at 75°F to 1 week at 75°F. Follow the manufacturers recommended
procedures for curing.

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5.4 Inspection
Visual Inspection: Upon completion of the painting operation the painted surfaces shall be visually
inspected with special attention to the following areas:

• All carbon steel surfaces shall be entirely covered.

• The paint shall be examined for imperfections such as over spray, runs, sags, pinholes, fisheyes,
orange peel, blisters, etc.

Thickness Test: The paint shall be tested with a non-destructive magnetic gauge to determine the total
dry film thickness.

• The Painting Supplier shall measure the thickness of each coat using non-destructive magnetic
dry film thickness gages and comply with SSPC-PA2 for the calibration and use of the gages.
• Frequency of Thickness Measurements shall be in accordance with 5.4.1.
• Acceptance Criteria shall be based on SSPC-PA2 Section 9, Coating Thickness Restriction(s),
modified as noted at 5.4.2 (*).

5.4.1 Number of Measurements

Equipment Number of Measurements
Skids, and Frames 20
Tanks/ Vessels 50
Brackets, (valves, pipe spools) and small 5
components
Measurements may be either Single Instrument readings or Spot (as defined in SSPC-PA2) or a combination of both
over the same surface (at the discretion of the Supplier). The average of all measurements inside a 1.5” diameter circle
shall be recorded as single (spot) measurement.

5.4.2 Coating Thickness Restriction Levels

Level Range Instrument Spot Area
Reading Measurement Measurement
Level 3 Measurement Gauge (Note 1) Spot
Minimum 80% of minimum Unrestricted 80% of minimum As Specified
Maximum 120% of Unrestricted 120% of As Specified
maximum maximum
Level 4
Minimum 80% of minimum Unrestricted 80% of minimum As Specified
Maximum 150% of Unrestricted 150% of 125% of
maximum maximum maximum (*)
(*) exceeds SSPC-PA2 (As Specified) Measurement

Note 1 - a gauge or single instrument reading is unrestricted only if the associated Spot Measurement meets the
restrictions levels

Instrument Reading (used as a Measurement); A single instrument reading which meets the restriction levels and is
more than 1.5 inch from its closest neighbour.
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Gauge Reading: A single instrument reading. Single instrument readings should not be less than 80% of the minimum
specified thickness unless they form part of a spot reading, in which case the single reading is unrestricted, and the
spot reading should meet the restriction levels

Spot Measurement: The average of three or at least three gauge readings made within a 4 cm (~1.5 inch) diameter
circle. Acquisition of more than three gauge readings within a spot is permitted. Any unusually high or low gauge
readings that are not repeated consistently are discarded. The average of the acceptable gauge readings is the spot
measurement.

Area Measurement: The average of measurements obtained.

• Unless otherwise specified, the default Thickness Restrictions shall not exceed Level 4 Table
5.4.2. Irrespective, any area of excessive thickness that demonstrates a defect shall be subject
to repair.
• For the purpose of final acceptance of the total dry film thickness, the cumulative thickness of all
coating layers in each area must:

o be no less than the cumulative minimum specified thickness and

o no greater than 125% of the cumulative maximum specified thickness. In those cases where an
upper range is not specified, (in the paint system) the maximum thickness shall not exceed the
lesser of the maximum value as specified in the coating manufacturer’s product data sheets or
2.5 times the minimum DFT specified.

AREAS OF INTRICATE DESIGN, HARD TO ACCESS or AREAS of REPAIR WHICH are OVER
THICKNESS (not exceeding 300% of the specified range) SHALL BE ACCEPTED PROVIDE the
AREAS OF CONCERN ARE FREE OF VISIBLE DEFECTS (i.e. SAGS, PINHOLES, CRATERS,
ORANGE PEEL, MUD CRACKING … ) AND the over thickness WILL NOT BE DETRIMENTAL TO the
SERVICE OR LIFE OF the COATING. Over thickness, either more than 300% of the specified range
or the maximum thickness listed on the manufacturer’s product data sheet, in such areas are subject to
repair ...
Application of coating system onto areas difficult to access, shall be carried out to the extent practical
as detailed in the suppliers’ quality system for such areas. The coating system application standard for
these areas shall be based on reasonable effort demonstrated and found to be acceptable by the
Engineer.
Coating Adhesion: If requested in the purchase order or equipment drawings, coating adhesion testing
shall be performed on test coupons prepared in the same manner as the painted equipment.

• Crosscut/ tape test adhesion per ASTM D3359 or EN ISO 2409. Minimum rating of two (2)
required.
• Tensile adhesion per ASTM D4541 or EN ISO 4624. Minimum of 600 psi required.

5.4.3 Inspection by Owner

WTS reserves the right to monitor the quality of the coating application and associated work. Quality
control inspectors associated with WTS and/ or their clients shall have the right to inspect, accept and/
or reject the coating at the applicator’s facility.

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5.5 Repairs
If a surface defect in the paint is discovered, the defect shall be buffed out and the paint shall be
repaired by spray or brush application. If a pinhole in the paint is discovered, it shall be repaired by
brush application. The repaired area shall then be tested as described in Section 5.4.

6 Data Submittal
The following shall be maintained on file and/ or submitted for information if requested:

• Painting Procedures
• Quality Assurance Records
• Daily ambient conditions taken a minimum of three (3) times daily, including air temperature,
relative humidity, dew point temperature and barometric pressure.
• Steel surface temperature.
• Daily blast air “blotter tests” (air cleanliness).
• Abrasive blast profile measurement using X-Course Testex Tape (or equal).
• Surface preparation quality.
• Coating material batch number.
• Application environmental conditions.
• Time and length of paint mix.
• Quantity of thinner added.
• Application start and finish time.
• Method of application.
• DFT measurements for each application.
• Certificate of Conformance
• Inspection Checklists

Note: WTS Inspection Checklists shall be completed and submitted as noted on the specific documents.

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7 Revision History

Revision Description Date Revised Approved

By By
A Initial Release. 04/04/06 AP EJS
B System Codes added. 02/23/07 AP EJS
C Systems added, general update 07/11/08 AP DZ
D Tiger Drylac revised to Series 49, Coating 04/24/09 AP DZ
Adhesion requirements revised.
e1 Tnemec RAL5019 color number corrected to 12/27/12
B3178 and removed. Table 8.3 Mfg. colors
numbers removed in lieu of RAL standard.
Section 4/ Table 8.4 clarified …
05/22/13 AP DZ
e2 EMEA… systems added, Section 3.6 added
02/22/16 AP CJ
E Stripe coating added to Section 5.2. 11/08/16 AP DZ
Acceptance Thickness Criteria updated
Section 5.4.
F Single coat system EP-02, Section 3.2.1.2, 03/10/17 AD/ AW DZ
8.1, 8.2
A (G) Conversion to Suez WTS format; Added 09/25/20 FJD FJD
Tnemec Series 161 Tnemec-Fascure to PS-
AP-01-1
H Veolia Rebranding and revised specifications 4 Apr 23 FJD FJD
as follows:
(1) PS-AP-01-1 – Replaced Tnemec Series
1075 with Tnemec Series 1095
(2) PS-AP-02-1 – Replaced Amercoat 385
Intermediate Coating with Amercoat 370, and
replaced Amercoat 450H Top Coat with
Pitthane Ultra 95-812 Series
(3) PS-SI-01-1 - Replaced Amercoat 385 with
Amercoat 370 and alternative Amerlock 600
(4) PS-PC-01-1 status changed to
“discontinued” due to system obsolescence.
(5) PS-PC-01-2 – primer changed from
Sherwin Williams EAS6-00023 to EAS6-
C0025, and topcoat from “TGIC Powder Coat”
to Polyester TGIC Powder Coat DAS9-00027.
Gloss specified for ANSI 61 color.
(6) Updated Section 8.1 to match changes
made at (1) to (5)

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8 Appendices

8.1 Painting Systems Summary

System Type Surface Paint Dry Film Indoor/
Number Preparation Thickness Outdoor/
mils Coastal
(microns) (I/O/C)
PS-AP-01-1 Polyurethane SSPC SP6 Tnemec Series 20/ 4 to11 I/O
1095 (101 to
277)
PS-AP-01-2 Polyurethane SSPC SP6 Carboline 893/ 6 to 9 I/O
134HG (152 to
229)
PS-AP-01-3 Polyurethane SSPC SP10 Interseal 670 HS/ 7 I/O
(Sa 2 ½) Interthane 870 (178)

PS-AP-02-1 Polyurethane SSPC SP6 Amercoat 8 to 12 I/O

68HS/385/Pitthane (201 to
Ultra 98-812 301)
PS-AP-02-2 Polyurethane SSPC SP6 Carboline 859/ 9 to 13 I/O
893/ 133HB (229 to
330)
PS-AP-02-3 Polyurethane SSPC SP10 Jotun Barrier 80 / 8 I/O
(Sa 2 ½) Penguard Express (203)
/ Hardtop XP

PS-AP-03 Polyurethane SSPC SP6 AWL Grip 2000 ~ O/C

PS-EP-01 Epoxy SSPC SP6 Carboline 893/ 4 to 6 I
Polyamide 890 (102 to
127)
PS-SI-01-1 Siloxane SSPC SP6 Amercoat 370/ 7 to 11 I/O
PSX700 (175 to
325)
PS-SI-01-2 Siloxane SSPC SP6 Carboguard 893/ 6 to 8 I/O
Carboxane 2000 (152 to
203)
PS-EP-02 Epoxy Phosphate Carboline 890 4 to 8 I
Polyamide WASH/ (102 to
SSPC SP6 204)
PS-SI-02-1 Siloxane SSPC SP6 Amercoat 370/ 9 to 11 O/C
PSX700 (229 to
279)

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System Type Surface Paint Dry Film Indoor/

Number Preparation Thickness Outdoor/
mils Coastal
(microns) (I/O/C)
PS-SI-02-2 Siloxane SSPC SP6 Carboline 859/ 9 to 11 O/C
2000 (229 to
279)
PS-SI-03 Siloxane SSPC SP6 PSX 700/ PSX 6 to 8 O/C
700 (152 to
203)
PS-NE-01-1 Novolac SSPC SP10 Carboline 1205 12 to 15 Chemical
Epoxy (305 to Skids
381)
PS-NE-01-2 Novolac SSPC SP10 Thermoline 450 12 to 15 Chemical
Epoxy (305 to Skids
381)
PS-PC-01-1 Powder Coat Submerged Sherman Williams 2.4 to 3.2 Electrical
(Discontinued) Wash Monobake/ (61 to 81)
Permaclad 2400

PS-PC-01-2 Powder Coat Multistage Sherman Williams 4.0 to 5.5 Electrical

Chemical EAS6-00023 Zinc (102 to
Rich Epoxy/ 140)
Polyester TGIC
Powder Coat
DAS9-00027
PS-PC-02 Powder Coat SSPC SP10 Tiger Drylac 6 to 8 Frames &
Series 69/ 49 (152 to Skids
203)
PS-EN-01-1 Urethane Sherman Williams 2 to 2.75 Frames
Enamel E61A400/ (51 to 70) (E2 & E4)
F75KX(Z12704)/
V66V1020

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8.2 Painting System Selection

System \ Indoor Outdoor Outdoor Chemical Electrical
Service Non Coastal Coastal Service Enclosures
PS-AP-01 STD-M, STD-M,
EMEA EMEA
PS-AP-02 STD-O,
EMEA
PS-AP-03 STD
PS-EP-01 (2) STD-G
PS-EP-02 STD
PS-SI-01 STD-G STD-G
PS-SI-02 STD
PS-SI-03 STD-G STD-G STD-G
PS-NE-01 STD
PS-PC-01 Note 1
PS-PC-02 STD-O STD-O
MFG STD STD
PS-EN-01

Legend

STD – Standard O – Oakville, ON

STD-X – Standard – Location Specific EMEA – Europe Middle East Asia
M – Minnetonka, MN MFG – Manufacturers Standard
G – Guelph, ON ALT – Alternate
Notes

1. Electrical enclosures to be manufacturers standard unless otherwise noted.

2. PS-EP-01 is used for larger pressure vessels or other larger equipment, in indoor applications.
3. PS-SI-03 is used for shop coating of shop fabricated bracketing and supports.

8.3 Paint Color Numbers

Color \ System or Mfg. RAL
Standard Colors
Blue 5019
White 9003
Light Gray 7035
Non-Standard Colors
OSHA Safety Yellow (FED-STD-595 13591 or 13655) 1023 (approximate match)
Gray (ANSI 61) 7035 (approximate match)

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8.4 Table 8.4 – Paint Color Selection (Note 1)

In all cases, the Engineering drawings and/ or the engineering Bill of Material or Purchase Requisition
shall provide the specific paint color. The following is included as a general selection guideline for the
engineer and illustrates recommended colors in the absence of any other considerations.

Equipment / Service Standard Colors Non-

Capri Blue Signal Light Grey Standard
RAL 5019 White RAL 7035 Colors
RAL 9003
Standard Products
General Service X
High Purity X
E-Series X
Electrical Enclosures – Standard X
Product
Custom Equipment
General Service X
High Purity X
Electrical Enclosures – Custom MFG
Equipment Standard
Pressure Vessels X
Tanks X
Chemical (Regeneration) Skids 5742 Gray
Ladders/ Platform Railings OSHA
Safety
Yellow
Notes
1. The table is intended as a general guideline only. Standard product colors are the responsibility of the product managers.
The company standard for Custom equipment is listed above, but may be revised to comply with customer specifications
as necessary. Final color shall be based on equipment type and project scope. Refer to drawings and/ or engineering Bill
of Material or Purchase Requisition for details.
2. Electrical enclosures used on Custom Equipment to be manufacturers standard unless otherwise noted.
3. Blue is generally the all-purpose color used. White is used for high purity or drinking water projects including BEV, Muni,
Pharma, Semi-conductor. Anywhere there is a need to illustrate a clean environment. Grey is only used for E-Series
equipment at present, but there are no restrictions on its use. Grey RAL 7035 matches the enclosure color many suppliers
paint their products as a standard, and is a simple color match minimizing the need to re-paint.
4. Color may be used as a segmentation method on product lines.

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8.5 Painting System Properties

System Polyurethane Epoxy Siloxane Novolac Powder
Polyamide Epoxy Coat
Abrasion Excellent Very Good Very Good
Resistance
Weathering Excellent Very Good Very Good Very Good
(chalks)
Temperature 200°F 200°F 200°F
Resistance continuous continuous continuous
250°F
intermittent
Chemical Resistance - Spillage
Acids Very Good Good Excellent Excellent Good
Alkalis Very Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Solvents Very Good Good Excellent Good
Salt Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Solution
Water Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Chemical Resistance - Fumes
Acids Excellent Good Excellent Excellent Good
Alkalis Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Solvents Excellent Good Excellent Excellent
Salt Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Solution
Water Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

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8.6 Surface Preparation Standards Comparison

The following table compares different standards for surface preparation.

Surface Preparation Comparative Chart

Description SSPC NACE ISO 8501-1
Solvent Cleaning SSPC-SP-1
Hand Tool Cleaning SSPC-SP-2 St 2 or St 3
Power Tool SSPC-SP-3 St 2 or St 3
Cleaning
Flame Cleaning SSPC-SP-4 F1
White Metal SSPC-SP-5 NACE No.1 Sa 3
Commercial SSPC-SP-6 NACE No.3 Sa 2
Brush- Off SSPC-SP-7 NACE No.4 Sa 1
Pickling SSPC-SP-8
Near-White Metal SSPC-SP-10 NACE No.2 Sa 2 ½
Power Tool SSPC-SP-11
Cleaning to Bare
Metal
Water Blasting SSPC-SP-12 NACE No.5

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8.7 Corrosion Environments

Atmospheric-Corrosivity Categories and Examples of Typical Environments
(Abstract from table 1 of EN ISO 12944-2:1998)
Corrosivity Category Examples of typical environments in a temperate
climate (informative only)
Exterior Interior
C1 very low -- Heated buildings with
clean atmospheres, e.g.
offices, shops, schools,
hotels.
C2 low Atmospheres with low level Unheated buildings where
of pollution. Mostly rural condensation may occur,
areas. e.g. depots, sports halls.
C3 medium Urban and industrial Production rooms with high
atmospheres, moderate humidity and some air
sulfur dioxide pollution. pollution, e.g. food-
Coastal areas with low processing plants,
salinity. laundries, breweries,
dairies.
C4 high Industrial areas and Chemical plants,
coastal areas with swimming pools, coastal
moderate salinity. ship- and boatyards.
C5-1 very high (industrial) Industrial areas with high Buildings or areas with
humidity and aggressive almost permanent
atmosphere. condensation and with
high pollution.
C5-M very high (marine) Coastal and offshore areas Buildings or areas with
with high salinity. almost permanent
condensation and with
high pollution.

8.8 Conversion - Mils vs. Microns

Mil Imperial unit of measurement, where one mil equals one thousandth of an inch
(1.0 mil = 0.001 inch).
Micron SI unit of measurement, also called a micrometer, where one micron equals one
thousandth of a millimeter (1 micron or 1 μm = 0.001 mm)
Conversions micron = mils x 25.4 (Example - 0.75 mil = 19 microns)
mil = microns / 25.4 (Example - 14 microns = 0.55 mil)

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