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METHOD STATEMENT

DIESEL STORAGE
TANK CLEANING &
PAINTING
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INDEX

1. SCOPE .................................................................................................................................................................3
2. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS.............................................................................................................. 3
3. REFRENCE DOCUMENTS ................................................................................................................................... 4
4. RESPOSABLITIES .................................................................................................................................................. 5
5. PROJECT RESPONSBLITIES ............................................................................................................................. 6
6. MATERIALS CONTROL .........................................................................................................................................7
7. WORK METHODOLOGY........................................................................................................................................7
8. SAND BLASTING & PAINTING WORK…………………………………………………………………...8
9. HEALTH,SAFETYAND ENIVERMUNT ............................................................................................................ 16
10. PROJECT EQUIPMENT LIST& CONSUMABLE MATERIALS LIST ................................................17
11. PROJECT MANPOWER LIST............................................................................................................................ 18
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1. Scope
This Method Statement outlines the sequence of work for diesel storage tank
cleaning, Blasting work & Painting

This MS covers various aspects of overhaul water treated tank repairing

work, including:
 Steel Shelter partially removal
 Diesel tank loading & Transportation to the workshop
 Internal sludge removal
 Internal surface blasting & Painting.
 Re-installation of diesel tank & Steel shelter

2. Definitions and Abbreviations

QA/QC Quality Assurance / Quality Control

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
NDFT Nominal Dry Film Thickness
DFT Dry Film Thickness
WFT Wet Film Thickness
µm Micro meters Minimum
WPS Welding Procedure Specification
MS Method Statement
HSE Health Safety Environmental
Client Kuwait Energy
Contractor ANTON OIL
Sub-Contractor ARCO Co.
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3. Reference Documents

Paints and varnishes – Determination of film

13.
thickness
ISO 2808

Paints and varnishes – Pull Off Test for

14.
ISO 4624 adhesion

15. Paints and varnishes – Evaluation of

degradation of paint coatings designation of
ISO 4628-1to6 intensity, quantity and size of common types
of defect
Preparation of steel substrates before
16.
application of paints and related
ISO 8501-1 products - Visual assessment of
surface cleanliness.
Preparation of steel substrates before
17. application of paints and related
ISO 8502-1to4 products – Tests for the assessment of surface
cleanliness
Preparation of steel substrates before
application of paints and related products
18.
-Tests for the assessment of surface
ISO 8502-4 cleanliness: Guidance on the Estimation
of the Probability of Condensation Prior to
Paint Application
Preparation of steel substrates before
19. application of paints and related products
-Tests for the assessment of surface
ISO 8502-6 cleanliness: extraction of soluble
contaminants for analysis-The Bresle
method
Preparation of steel substrates before
application of paints and related products-
20.
Tests for the assessment of surface
ISO 8502-9 cleanliness: Field method for conduct-o-
metric determination of water-soluble salts
Preparation of steel substrates before
21. application of paints and related products –
ISO 8503-1to4 Surface roughness characteristics of blast
cleaned surfaces
Preparation of steel substrates before
22.
ISO 8504-1to3 application of paints and
related Methods for
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4. Responsibilities
4.1. Project Site Engineer
He shall be overall responsible for the complete activity including, but not limited
to:
 Work planning and risk assessment at work place.
 Directing of construction activities through Site supervisors and Foremen.
 Material Take offs and ordering of bulk materials.
 Manage manpower, equipment and materials for safe and timely
completion of work.
 Regular monitoring of work ensuring the qualification of personnel,
equipment and material.
 Ensure the quality of work as per the shop drawings / design drawings,
Specification, Quality Procedure and coordinate with QA/QC Engineer to
advice for the areas to be raised for inspection.
 Stage inspection and notification to Client for Inspection.
 Closing of non-conformances issued by Client.
 Ensuring that tool box talks are conducted regularly by supervisors.
 Ensure that method statement is followed strictly and implemented at site.

4.2. HSE Supervisor

Ensure the implementation of all safety measures in accordance with the HSE
plan and everybody should be aware of it to work with proper implementation.
Ensure all the implemented safety measures are adequate to maintain the safe
working on the site.
Inspect all the site activities and train the persons to prevent accidents and its
proper reporting to the Construction Manager.
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4.3. Supervisor
The Supervisor has to ensure that the job is carried out according to the
procedure and good engineering practice.
Maintain the details and reports; periodical check of the progress of works.

5. PROJECT RESPONSABILITIES
5.1 Kuwait Energy responsibilities as follows:
 Carryout the mechanical equipment isolation

5.2 Sub-Contractor responsibilities as follows:

 Provide all the qualified and certified manpower
 Provide Equipment & tools with valid inspection & Calibration certificates
 Provide the personal protective equipment
 Provide consumable materials
 Ensure the overall safety of work and used equipment
Control work activates quality and ensures that repaired tank is free of
any defect (Paint damages) before handing over to the company

A. Equipment and Tools

 Equipment will have valid certifications in accordance with project
requirements
 During the execution of the work, Make sure the construction
equipment and tools have a sufficient and good quality to perform
the works in an efficient manner without creating a nuisance or safety
hazard.
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6. MATERIALS CONTROL
 All materials to be used in this project shall be review and approved by
company, Supplied materials shall be with mill test certificate

 All materials to be used in this project should be in accordance with the

method statement; Client representative shall be review materials
specification, Certificates and data sheet for approval to use

 Only the materials that shall be used in a given workday shall be stored in
the immediate work area. All materials shall be stored in designated
locations Identified by client

 All material shall also be protected from environmental influences

7. WORK METHODOLOGY

PTW Preparation & Approval

Steel Shelter removal partially

Loading & Transportation of Diesel Tank

Internal Surface Cleaning

Internal Surface Blasting & Painting

External Surface Blasting & Painting

Final Inspection, Testing & Reporting

Re-Installation of Diesel Tank &

Steel Shelter
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7.1. Storage Tank Piping Dismantling & Transportation Methodology

 Make sure the tank empty from diesel before Inlet & Outlet piping
 Scaffolding erection to be used as a proper excess for steel shelter
dismantling ,Shelter sheet will be removal partially in order to can be lifting
the tank through the removal section
 Lifting plan to be prepared prior to loading the tank ,Crane and all lifting
accessories should be provided with 3rd party inspection certificates
 Loading the storage tank on trailer and delivery to the workshop outside of
B09

7.2. Internal Cleaning & Surface Preparation

 Installation EX ventilator on manway prior to cleaning team enter for carryout
the mechanical cleaning
 Gas testing to be apply before getting permission team entry
 Only trained confined space entry and H2S permitted to work inside the tank
 Installation EX lighting
 All team shall be supply with gas tester and filter face mask
 Collected the sludge manually and discharged out of tank
 Washing the surface by jet water machine

8. SAND BLASTING & PAINTING WORK

8.1. Blasting Work Procedure

 Sandblasting of tank internal will be carried out by grit material
 Weld spatters and tack welds shall be removed by chipping / wire
brushing before start of work.

 Perform Blasting grade Sa 2-1/2 as defined in ISO 8501-1 or SSPC

SP10. by using grit abrasives.

 Blasted surface shall be painted within a maximum period of 6 hours. In

case the waiting period exceeds, the surface shall be examined. Sweep
blasting to be performed to remove any deposits surfaces.

 The abrasives after blasting will be collected manually and industrially

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 Vacuum from the work area and packed in the same bag as supplied and
disposed to the approved damping area.
 Blasting shall not be performed if one or more of the following conditions
exist:

-Relative humidity is greater than 85%

-Spent abrasives, dust and loose residues shall be removed from
prepared surfaces and thoroughly cleaned by brush or by compressed
air.

-Visually Inspect the entire surface to comply with the degree of cleaning
Specified i.e. Near White Metal Blast Cleaned Surface according
to SSPCSP10/NACE No.2.

8.2. Coating Application:

 The Coating shall not be applied when the metal surface temperature
is less than 3˚C above the dew point.

 The minimum temperature and temperature of paint should be above

10˚C/50˚F.
 Surface should be clean and dry.
 Relative humidity of the air max 85%.
 All weld joints and corners shall be given a stripe coat by brush prior
to spray coating applications.
 Recoating intervals shall be as given in the manufacturer‟s data sheet
(APPENDIX-004).
 Airless spray pumps shall be used by paint manufacturer‟s
recommended fluid pressure at spray tip between 1400 p.si. to
2100p.s.i. for coating application, The spray equipment shall be
suitable for the intended purpose, shall be capable of properly
atomizing the paint to be applied and shall be equipped with accurate
pressure regulators and gauges
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 The spray gun shall be held perpendicular to the surface. There shall
be 50% overlap between passes and large flat surfaces shall receive
two passes at right angles to each other.

 All equipment for coating application shall be thoroughly cleaned

before and after use with the manufacturer‟s recommended tool
cleaner/thinner.
 All 2 component Paints shall be mixed thoroughly with a
portable Electrical Stirrer.

 The mixing ratio for the paints should be as per the paint
manufacturer‟s data sheet (APPENDIX-004)

 All coating materials shall be applied evenly in a normal full coat free from
Mud cracking, wrinkling, sagging, curtaining, cissing, fish eyes, orange
Peeling, pinholes, brush and roller marks and other defects.

 Where applied by brush, the paint shall be spread evenly over the entire
area with the minimum practical amount of brushing. The method of
application and the type of brush used shall be suitable for the paint
specified and the surface being painted, Generally the brush will be used
for the touchup

 Where applied by roller, the paint shall be spread evenly over the entire
area with a minimum practical amount of rolling. A uniform method of
application shall be adopted when painting large areas. The rolling
direction shall be towards already painted areas to minimize paint joint
build up. When roller painting edges, areas subject to possible roller
damage shall be brush-painted prior to rolling.

 Where applied by roller, the paint shall be spread evenly over the entire
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area with a minimum practical amount of rolling. A uniform method of

application shall be adopted when painting large areas. The rolling
direction shall be towards already painted areas to minimize paint joint
build up. When roller painting edges, areas subject to possible roller
damage shall be brush-painted prior to rolling, Generally the rollers
method is used for compensation the unacceptable painting layer
thickness

 Painting System will be as following:

System No.01 (Painting for the tank bottom plates)

Coat Description Type of Paint Product (Jotun) NDFT (µm)

1 Epoxy Phenolic Interline 2981-GREY 300

Internal Surface
2 Epoxy (Primer) Interseal 670HS-Grey 200
1 External Surface Polyurethane (Top Coat) Interthane 990SG 50

 Prior to completion of the contracted scope of work, the protective

coatings shall be inspected for signs of damage.

 All damage shall be repaired and protective coatings reinstated to the

satisfaction of the client. Repair methods for each coating system shall be
in accordance with the paint manufacturer‟s recommendations.

8.3. Painted Surfaces Damage Repair Procedure

 Pre-clean the damaged and unpainted areas.

 Remove the damaged coating to reveal a surface free from loose or

flaking materials

 For small area less than 10 square cm, power tool clean or hand tool
clean class ST 3 finish
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 Feather back by sand papering or blasting the coating surrounding the

repair site over a distance of at least 20 mm. When the existing coating is
an epoxy, particular care is to be taken to ensure that a rough surface is
obtained

 Apply the coating layer damaged area by brush or roll

8.4. Testing, Inspection and Quality Records for the Painting Work
8.4.1 General
 The contractor shall monitor all work and confirm the process matching to
project requirements and specifications.

 The contractor shall be responsible to apply the quality control

functions to achieve coating standards in accordance with the
project specification.

 All testing and inspection equipment shall be kept accurately calibrated at

all times and shall be covered by current calibration certificates
issued by 3rd party lab .
 The Contractor‟s responsibility to ensure that testing work is carried out
to show that the coatings comply sand blasting & Painting reference
documents

 The COMPANY reserves the right to carry out any additional tests at
random to ensure compliance

 The prepared surfaces shall be visually inspected for conformance to the

specified standard of cleanliness immediately prior to application of the
first coat in accordance with ISO 8502-3 (Ref.12).

 Random measurements of blast profile shall be made at a minimum

frequency of five per shift per location, using Testex tape or other
approved method per NACE RP 0287 (Ref.15).

 Inspection of soluble salts on the blasted surface shall be in

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accordance withISO8502-6 (Ref.16) and ISO8502-9 (Ref.17).

 Testing of the level of salts shall be carried out on each component and at
Least once per 100m².

 Tests shall be carried out a minimum of three times per day or shift during
the progress of the work.

 Special attention shall be given to areas where water has been trapped
and dried out Inspection of Coated Surfaces

 The completed coating shall be of good visual appearance. All coated

surfaces shall be visually examined after application of each coat for
deleterious film defects, e.g. bubbles, blisters, pinholes, dry spray,
orange peel, runs, sagging, wrinkling, grit, dust inclusions, or other
deleterious anomalies. All such defects shall be repaired in accordance
with this ISO 4628 -1to6. The topcoat shall completely cover the color of
the underlying layers. If anti-skid systems are applied, the anti-skid
material shall be uniformly dispersed on the surface of the coating.

8.4.2 Coating Thickness Measurement

 Wet film thickness (WFT) measurements shall be made throughout the
course of application of each coat in order to ascertain the adequacy and
uniformity of thickness. These shall be performed according to the
procedure described inISO2808,(Ref.34),Method No.1A–comb gauge.

 Coating dry film thickness (DFT) measurements shall be in accordance

withISO2808. Digital magnetic induction type gauges are preferred

 For magnetic substrates and eddy current type g a u g e s for non-

magnetic substrates. The magnetic „banana‟ type gauges shall not be
used. Calibration shall be done in accordance with SSPC-PA2(Ref.33).

 Measurements shall be randomly and evenly taken and the number shall
be in accordance with below Table. The number of measurements shall
be increased for areas having a difficult configuration with regard to
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paint application or limitations in accessibility. Special attention shall

be given to areas such as welds, edges, corners and parts where

Coatings are brush applied (these are referred to as "areas requiring

special consideration" in ISO19840, (Ref.36).

 DFT shall be taken covering each coat prior to application of the following
coat. The minimum measurement location frequency shall be one (1)
per two (2)square meter of flat surface, with additional measurements
taken at changes in section, corners or edges. Minimum, maximum and
average shall be recorded for each coated item on the inspection record
sheets.

8.4.3 Adhesion Tests

Adhesion Tests Adhesion testing s h a l l b e c a r r i e d out during all
coating system qualification trials and as a routine test for atmospheric
exposed organic coating. The quality of adhesion between the coating
system and the steel substrate, and of the adhesion between the coating
layers, shall be measured using either:

a)A self-aligning adhesion tester in accordance with ASTMD4541

(Ref.37).The minimum pull-off force for coating systems with a NDFT
greater than150 m shall be 5MPa for zinc primed coating systems
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 Testing shall be done on fully cured systems only, i.e. not less than 14
days after the application of the final layer. The adhesion requirements for
TSA are specified in specification for thermal Sprayed Aluminum
(Ref.50).

 Adhesion testing shall be carried out on each component and at least

once per100m² of coated surface. Spots damaged by the adhesion tests
shall be repaired in accordance with this specification .Acceptance
criteria for adhesion testing shall depend upon coating type and
available test data for equivalent systems. As a minimum,
adhesion/cohesion levels of 5MPa for standard organic coatings. Lower
individual values shall require further investigation and remedial action.

8.4.4 Final Inspection

8.4.4.1 As part of the overall Quality Plan, a final inspection shall be conducted
prior to the final acceptance of the paintwork. This final inspection shall
include a visual check of the appearance and overblast of the coating
work, and checks on DFT‟s of the total applied coating system and work
completed., the CONTRACTOR shall prepare a report as the Appendix-
002 as well test point map to be attached with the reports.
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9. HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT

All repair works shall be carried out in full compliance with all HSE
requirements. Some of the important safety requirements are as follow:

 All works detailed within this method statement shall be carried out in
accordance with the Project Safety Plan.

 All personnel participating in this works, including third parties, shall have
undergone COMPANY‟s safety passport training prior to entry into site.

 Safety precautions shall be of paramount importance at all times to

prevent any
 Injuries/accidents/near misses to personnel.

 All construction personnel working on the site shall put on full personal
protection equipment.

 HSE Supervisor shall ensure that all lifting appliances shall have valid
inspection certification, and that all equipment to be used are operated by
trained, experienced and competent personnel.

 Confined spaces procedure shall be followed by all personnel supposed

to perform any work inside the vessel.

 HSE officers shall pay more attention to adjacent live facilities during
fabrication process and incase of any drain, fill, stop or maintenance of
any adjacent facility, HSE team shall coordinate this with fabrication team
& operation team to find the safest way to perform the job.

 Toolbox talk with the workforce shall be conducted prior to the

commencement of the work.
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10. PROJECT EQUIPMENT & CONSUMABLE MATERIALS LIST

No. Description Qty. Comment

1 Air Compressor ,Ingersoll 365 CFM 1

3 Sandblasting Pot 1

Jet water Machine 350 bar 1

9 Crane 50 TON 1

10 Trailer 2
13 EX Lighting 3

14 Hand Shovel 8

15 EX Ventilator 2

16 Cable Extensions As per

required
17 MinBus 1

18 Pickup 1

19 PPE A lot

20 Airless Sprayer Graco X65 2

20 Blasting & Painting Inspection Devices Set

Consumable Materials
Blasting Materials –Grit
1

Painting Materials As per

2 required

3 Cleaning Agent
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11. PROJECT MANPOWER LIST

No. Description Qty. Comment

1 Mechanical Engineer 1

2 QA QC Inspector 2

3 Mechanical Technician 1

4 Skilled Labor 5

5 Sandblaster 2

6 Painter 2

7 General Labor 3
 APPENDIX-02-

Sandblasting & Painting Reporting

 APPENDIX-003-

Painting Inspection Devices Calibration Certificates

APPENDIX-004-
Painting Data Sheet
Interline® 2981
Epoxy Phenolic
PRODUCT A solvent free, two component epoxy phenolic lining system.
DESCRIPTION

INTENDED USES To provide corrosion protection for the internal of steel storage tanks and pipes containing crude oil
and a limited range of hydrocarbon products.

Interline 2981 is resistant to crude oil at temperatures up to 60°C (140°F).

PRACTICAL Colour Grey

INFORMATION FOR
INTERLINE 2981 Gloss Level Not applicable
Volume Solids 100%

Typical Thickness 300-600 microns (12-24 mils) when used as an unreinforced system
for walls.
400-1,000 microns (16-40 mils) for use as a single coat on tank
floors.
Theoretical Coverage 2.50 m²/litre at 400 microns d.f.t and stated volume solids
100 sq.ft/US gallon at 16 mils d.f.t and stated volume solids

Practical Coverage Allow appropriate loss factors

Method of Application Airless Spray,Plural Component Airless Spray

Drying Time
Overcoating interval with self

Temperature Touch Dry Hard Dry Minimum Maximum

5°C (41°F) 40 hours 66 hours 36 hours 6 months¹

10°C (50°F) 24 hours 31 hours 24 hours 6 months¹
25°C (77°F) 9 hours 12 hours 6 hours 6 months¹
40°C (104°F) 3 hours 4.5 hours 2 hours 6 months¹
¹ Please see page 2 Surface Preparation for further details.
The values quoted relate to use within an enclosed tank. Contact International Protective Coatings
for further information.

REGULATORY DATA Flash Point (Typical) Part A 84°C (183°F); Part B 55°C (131°F)

Product Weight 1.57 kg/l (13.1 lb/gal)

VOC 112 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive
(Council Directive 2010/75/EU)

See Product Characteristics section for further details

Protective Coatings
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Interline® 2981
Epoxy Phenolic
SURFACE All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to application all
PREPARATION surfaces should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504:2000 Where necessary,
remove weld spatter and where required smooth weld seams and sharp edges. Oil or grease
should be removed in accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.

Steel Substrates

This product must only be applied to surfaces prepared by abrasive blast cleaning to Sa2½ (ISO
8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP10. A sharp, angular surface profile of 75-100 microns (3-4 mils) is
recommended. Interline 2981 must be applied before oxidation of the steel occurs. If oxidation
does occur the entire oxidised area should be reblasted to the standard specified above. Surface
defects revealed by the blast cleaning process should be ground, filled or treated in the appropriate
manner.

When self-self overcoating, ensure the surface of the existing Interline 2981 has been fresh water
washed and allowed to dry, prior to second coat application.

Where local VOC regulations allow, surfaces may be primed with Intergard 269 to 25-40 microns
(1.0-1.6 mils) dry film thickness before oxidation occurs. Intergard 269 may hold the blast for up to
6 months in the semi-protected environment of a tank interior. If moisture is present on the
surfaces, oxidation will occur and re-blasting will be required.

Intergard 269 may be used as a holding primer for Interline 2981. The Intergard 269 should be
clean, dry and intact and within a maximum 6 months from application.

APPLICATION Mixing Material is supplied in two containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit
in the proportions supplied. Once the unit has been mixed it must be used
within the working pot life specified.
(1) Agitate Base (Part A) with a power agitator.
(2) Agitate Curing Agent (Part B) with a power agitator.
(3) Combine entire contents of Curing Agent (Part B) with Base
(Part A) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.
Mix Ratio 3 part(s) : 1 part(s) by volume

Working Pot Life 25°C (77°F) 40°C (104°F)

35 minutes 15 minutes

Plural Component Suitable Consult International Protective Coatings

Airless Spray regarding specific recommendations.
Airless Spray Recommended Tip Range 0.53-0.68 mm (21-27 thou)
Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less
than 211 kg/cm² (3000 p.s.i.)

Brush Suitable - Stripe coats

only
Roller Not suitable
Thinner - DO NOT THIN
Cleaner International GTA853 (or GTA415)
Work Stoppages Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment.
Thoroughly flush all equipment with International GTA853. Once units of
paint have been mixed they should not be resealed and it is advised that
after prolonged stoppages work recommences with freshly mixed units.
Clean Up Clean all equipment immediately after use with International GTA853. It is
good working practice to periodically flush out spray equipment during the
course of the working day. Frequency of cleaning will depend upon amount
sprayed, temperature and elapsed time, including any delays.

All surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in

accordance with appropriate regional regulations/legislation.

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 Interline® 2981
Epoxy Phenolic
PRODUCT The detailed Interline 2981 Application Guidelines should be consulted prior to use.
CHARACTERISTICS
Exact specification for total dry film thickness and number of coats will be dependent upon service
end use requirements. Consult International Protective Coatings for specific advice regarding tank
lining applications.

For storage of cargoes above ambient temperatures, consult International Protective Coatings for
further details.

Paint should be brought up to a minimum temperature of 20ºC (68ºF) prior to application.

Heavily pitted areas should be stripe coated by brush, to ensure good "wetting" of the surface.

Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 3°C (5°F) above dew point. Do not apply at
steel temperatures below 5°C (41°F). Exposure to unacceptably low temperatures and/or high
humidities during or immediately after application may result in incomplete cure and surface
contamination that could jeopardise subsequent intercoat adhesion.

After the coating system has cured hard, the dry film thickness should be measured using a
suitable non-destructive magnetic gauge to verify the minimum applied system thickness. The
coating system should be free of all pinholes or other holidays. The cured film should be essentially
free of runs, sags, drips, inclusions or other defects. All deficiencies and defects should be
corrected. The repaired areas shall be retested and allowed to cure as specified before placing the
finished lining into service.

Return to Service
The following minimum cure times are recommended for Interline 2981

Temperature Return to Service

5°C (41°F) 21 days

10°C (50°F) 10 days
25°C (77°F) 5 days
40°C (104°F) 3 days

Interline 2981 conforms to the requirements of EI1541 section 2.2.

Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purpose only. These may be subject to
variation depending on factors such as differences in colour and normal manufacturing tolerances.

Low molecular weight reactive additives, which will form part of the film during normal ambient cure
conditions, will also affect VOC values determined using EPA Method 24.

SYSTEMS Interline 2981 will normally be applied directly to correctly prepared steel, however, the following
D COMPATIBILITY primers are recommended:
et
ail Intergard 269
T
o Interline 2981 should only be topcoated with itself, and should never be overcoated with another
p product.

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Interline® 2981
Epoxy Phenolic

ADDITIONAL Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet
INFORMATION can be found in the following documents available at www.international-pc.com:

• Definitions & Abbreviations

• Surface Preparation

• Paint Application

• Theoretical & Practical Coverage

Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.

Rect Top
SAFETY This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations in
PRECAUTIONS accordance with the advice given on this sheet, the Safety Data Sheet and the container(s), and
should not be used without reference to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all
relevant national, Health, Safety & Environmental standards and regulations.

In the event welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and
fumes will be emitted which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and
adequate local exhaust ventilation.

If in doubt regarding the suitability of use of this product, consult AkzoNobel for further advice.

PACK SIZE Unit Size Part A Part B Rect

Vol Pack Vol Pack Bottom
18 litre 13.5 litre 20 litre 4.5 litre 5 litre

For availability of other pack sizes, contact AkzoNobel.

SHIPPING WEIGHT Unit Size Part A Part B

(TYPICAL)
18 litre 23.92 kg 4.59 kg

STORAGE Shelf Life 12 months at 25°C (77°F). Subject to re-inspection thereafter.

Store in dry, shaded conditions away from sources of heat and
ignition.
Important Note
The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive; any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this data sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk. All advice given or statements made about the product
(whether in this data sheet or otherwise) is correct to the best of our knowledge but we have no control over the quality or the condition of the substrate or the many factors affecting the
use and application of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing to do so, we do not accept any liability at all for the performance of the product or for (subject to the
maximum extent permitted by law) any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranties or representations, express or implied, by operation of
law or otherwise, including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All products supplied and technical advice given are subject to
our Conditions of Sale. You should request a copy of this document and review it carefully. The information contained in this data sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the
light of experience and our policy of continuous development. It is the user's responsibility to check with their local representative that this data sheet is current prior to using the product.

This Technical Data Sheet is available on our website at www.international-marine.com or www.international-pc.com, and should be the same as this document. Should there be any
discrepancies between this document and the version of the Technical Data Sheet that appears on the website, then the version on the website will take precedence.

Copyright © AkzoNobel, 06/07/2021.

All trademarks mentioned in this publication are owned by, or licensed to, the AkzoNobel group of companies.
www.international-pc.com

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 Interseal® 670HS
Surface Tolerant Epoxy

Product A low VOC, two component high build, high solids surface tolerant epoxy maintenance coating.
Description Available in an aluminium pigmented version to provide additional anti-corrosive barrier protection.

Intended Uses For application to a wide variety of substrates including hand prepared rusty steel, abrasive blast cleaned and
hydroblasted steel, and a wide range of intact, aged coatings.
Provides excellent anti-corrosive protection in industrial, coastal structures, pulp and paper plants, bridges and
offshore environments in both atmospheric exposure and immersion service.

Certified to
ANSI/NSF Standard
61. NSF Certification
is for tanks greater
than 100 gallons (378.5 litres).

Practical Colour Range

Information for Gloss Level Semi-gloss (Aluminium is eggshell)
Interseal 670HS
Volume Solids 82% ± 3% (depends on colour)
Typical Thickness 100-250 microns (4-10 mils) dry equivalent to
122-305 microns (4.9-12.2 mils) wet
Theoretical Coverage 6.56 m2/litre at 125 microns d.f.t and stated volume solids
263 sq.ft/US gallon at 5 mils d.f.t and stated volume solids
Practical Coverage Allow appropriate loss factors
Method of Application Airless spray, Air spray, Brush, Roller
Drying Time Overcoating Interval Overcoating Interval with
Interseal 670HS with Self recommended topcoats

Temperature Touch Dry Hard Dry Min Max Max † Min Max Max †#
10ºC (50ºF) 8 hours 32 hours 32 hours 6 weeks Extended* 20 hours 21 days 12 weeks

15ºC (59ºF) 7 hours 26 hours 26 hours 4 weeks Extended* 14 hours 14 days 8 weeks

25ºC (77ºF) 5 hours 18 hours 18 hours 14 days Extended* 10 hours 7 days 4 weeks

40ºC (104ºF) 2 hours 6 hours 6 hours 7 days Extended* 4 hours 3 days 2 weeks

For curing at low temperatures, an alternative curing agent is available.

See Product Characteristics for details.

Refers to situations where immersion is likely to occur

† Refer to atmospheric service only

* See International Protective Coatings Definitions & Abbreviations

# Maximum overcoating intervals are shorter when using polysiloxane topcoats.
Consult International Protective Coatings for further details.

Regulatory Flash Point Base (Part A) Curing Agent (Part B) Mixed

Data 36°C (97°F) 56°C (133°F) 33°C (91°F)
Product Weight 1.6 kg/l (13.3 lb/gal)
VOC 114g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive (Council Directive 1999/13/EC)
2.00 lb/gal (240 g/l) USA - EPA Method 24

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 Interseal® 670HS
Surface Tolerant Epoxy

Surface The performance of this product will depend upon the degree of surface preparation. The surface to be coated should be
Preparation clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to paint application all surfaces should be assessed and treated in accordance
with ISO 8504:2000.
Accumulated dirt and soluble salts must be removed. Dry bristle brushing will normally be adequate for accumulated dirt.
Soluble salts should be removed by fresh water washing.
Abrasive Blast Cleaning
For immersion service, Interseal 670HS must be applied to surfaces blast cleaned to Sa2.5 (ISO 8501-1:1988) or SSPC-
SP10. However, for atmospheric exposure best performance will be achieved when Interseal 670HS is applied to surfaces
prepared to a minimum of
Sa2.5 (ISO 8501-1:1988) or SSPC-SP6.
Surface defects revealed by the blast cleaning process, should be ground, filled, or treated in the appropriate manner.
A surface profile of 50-75 microns (2-3 mils) is recommended.
Hand or Power Tool Preparation
Hand or power tool clean to a minimum St2 (ISO 8501-1:1988) or SSPC-SP2.
Note, all scale must be removed and areas which cannot be prepared adequately by chipping or needle gun should be spot
blasted to a minimum standard of Sa2 (ISO 8501-1:1988) or SSPC-SP6. Typically this would apply to C or D grade rusting
in this standard.
Ultra High Pressure Hydroblasting/Abrasive Wet Blasting
May be applied to surfaces prepared to Sa2.5 (ISO 8501-1:1988) or SSPC-SP6 which have flash rusted to no worse than
Grade HB2.5M (refer to International Hydroblasting Standards) or Grade SB2.5M (refer to International Slurry blasting
Standards). It is also possible to apply to damp surfaces in some circumstances. Further information is available from
International Protective Coatings.
Aged Coatings
Interseal 670HS is suitable for overcoating a limited range of intact, tightly adherent aged coatings. Loose or flaking coatings
should be removed back to a firm edge. Glossy finishes may require light abrasion to provide a physical ‘key’. See Product
Characteristics section for further information.

Application Mixing Material is supplied in two containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit in the proportions
supplied. Once the unit has been mixed it must be used within the working pot life specified.
(1) Agitate Base (Part A) with a power agitator.
(2) Combine entire contents of Curing Agent (Part B)
with Base (Part A) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.
Mix Ratio 5.67 parts : 1.00 part by volume
Working Pot 10°C (50°F) 15°C (59°F) 25°C (77°F) 40°C (104°F)
Life 5 hours 3 hours 2 hours 1 hour
Airless Spray Recommended - Tip range 0.45-0.58 mm (18-23 thou)
- Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not
less than 176 kg/cm2 (2,500 p.s.i.)
Air Spray Recommended Gun DeVilbiss MBC or JGA
(Pressure Pot) Air Cap 704 or 765
Fluid Tip E
Brush Recommended Typically 100-125 microns (4-5 mils) can be
achieved
Roller Recommended Typically 75-100 microns (3-4 mils) can be
achieved
Thinner International GTA220 May be necessary at low temperatures.
(or GTA415) Do not thin more than allowed by local
environmental legislation. 
Cleaner International GTA822
(or GTA415)
Work Stoppages Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment. Thoroughly flush all equipment
with International GTA822. Once units of paint have been mixed they should not be resealed and it
is advised that after prolonged stoppages work recommences with freshly mixed units.
Clean Up Clean all equipment immediately after use with International GTA822. It is good working practice to
periodically flush out spray equipment during the course of the working day. Frequency of cleaning
will depend upon amount sprayed, temperature and elapsed time, including any delays.
 ll surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in accordance with appropriate
A
regional regulations/legislation.

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 Interseal® 670HS
Surface Tolerant Epoxy

Product In order to achieve optimum performance on hand prepared steel, the aluminium pigmented version should be applied
Characteristics as a primer coat by brush to ensure thorough wetting out of the substrate by Interseal 670HS.
For water immersion service, surface preparation to a minimum of Sa2.5 (ISO 8501-1:1988) or SSPC-SP10 followed by
application of multi-coats of Interseal 670HS to a total minimum dry film thickness of 250 microns (10 mils) is required.
Maximum film build in one coat is best attained by airless spray. When applying by methods other than airless spray, the
required film build is unlikely to be achieved. Application by air spray may require a multiple cross spray pattern to attain
maximum film build. Low or high temperatures may require specific application techniques to achieve maximum film build.
If salt water is used in the wet blast process the resulting surface must be thoroughly washed with fresh water before
application of Interseal 670HS. With freshly blasted surfaces a slight degree of flash rusting is allowable, and is
preferable to the surface being too wet. Puddles, ponding and accumulations of water must be removed.
Interseal 670HS is suitable for overcoating intact, aged alkyd, epoxy and polyurethane systems. However, this product
is not recommended where thermoplastic coatings such as chlorinated rubbers and vinyls have previously been used.
Please consult International Protective Coatings for alternative recommendations.
Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 3°C (5°F) above dew point.
Level of sheen and surface finish is dependent on application method. Avoid using a mixture of application methods
whenever possible.
In common with all epoxies Interseal 670HS will chalk and discolour on exterior exposure. However, these phenomena
are not detrimental to anti-corrosive performance.
Premature exposure to ponding water will cause a colour change, especially in dark colours.
Interseal 670HS can be used as a non-skid deck system by modification with addition of GMA132 (crushed flint)
aggregate. Application should then be to a suitably primed surface. Typical thicknesses will be between 500-1,000
microns (20-40 mils). Preferred application is by a suitable large tip hopper gun (e.g. Sagola 429 or Air texture gun
fitted with a 5-10 mm nozzle). Trowel or roller can be used for small areas. Alternatively, a broadcast method of
application can be used. Consult International Protective Coatings for further details.
Interseal 670HS is certified to ANSI/NSF Standard 61 (selected colours only). Consult International Protective Coatings
for further details. Certification is for tanks greater than 100 gallons (378.5 litres), for pipes which are 6 inches (15 cm)
in diameter or greater and for valves which are 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter or greater.
Low Temperature Curing
A winter grade curing agent is also available to enable more rapid cure at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F), however
this curing agent will give an initial shade variation and more rapid discoloration on weathering.
Interseal 670HS is capable of curing at temperatures below 0°C (32°F). However, this product should not be applied at
temperatures below 0°C (32°F) where there is a possibility of ice formation on the substrate.
Overcoating Interval Overcoating Interval
Interseal 670HS with recommended
with Self topcoats
Touch Hard
Temperature Dry Dry Min Max Max † Min Max Max †

- 5°C (23°F) 24 hours 72 hours 72 hours 12 weeks Extended* 72 hours 84 hours 12 weeks
0°C (32°F) 16 hours 56 hours 56 hours 10 weeks Extended* 42 hours 54 hours 10 weeks
5°C (41°F) 9 hours 36 hours 36 hours 8 weeks Extended* 36 hours 48 hours 8 weeks
10°C (50°F) 5 hours 24 hours 24 hours 6 weeks Extended* 16 hours 24 hours 6 weeks
Refers to situations where immersion is likely to occur
† Refer to atmospheric service only
* See International Protective Coatings Definitions & Abbreviations
Touch dry times shown above are actual drying times due to chemical cure, rather than physical set due to
solidification of the coating film at temperatures below 0°C (32°F).
Note: V  OC values quoted are based on maximum possible for the product taking into account variations due
to colour differences and normal manufacturing tolerances.
Low molecular weight reactive additives, which will form part of the film during normal ambient cure conditions,
will also affect VOC values determined using EPA Method 24

Systems Interseal 670HS will normally be applied to correctly prepared steel substrates. However, it can be used over suitably
Compatibility primed surfaces. Suitable primers are:
Intercure 200 Interplus 356 Intergard 269 Interzinc 315 Interplus 256
Where a cosmetically acceptable topcoat is required the following products are recommended:
Intercryl 530 Intergard 740 Interfine 629HS Interthane 870 Interfine 878 Interthane 990 Interfine 979
Other suitable primers/topcoats are available. Consult International Protective Coatings.

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 Interseal® 670HS
Surface Tolerant Epoxy

Additional Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet can be found in the
Information following sections of the International Protective Coatings data manual:
• Definitions & Abbreviations
• Surface Preparation
• Paint Application
• Theoretical & Practical Coverage
Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.

Safety This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations in accordance with the advice
Precautions given on this sheet, the Material Safety Data Sheet and the container(s), and should not be used without reference to
the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) which International Protective Coatings has provided to its customers.
All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all relevant national,
Health, Safety & Environmental standards and regulations.
In the event welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and fumes will be emitted
which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adequate local exhaust ventilation.
If in doubt regarding the suitability of use of this product, consult International Protective Coatings for further advice.

Pack Size 20 litre unit Interseal 670HS Base 17 litres in a 20 litre container
Interseal 670HS Curing Agent 3 litres in a 3.7 litre container
5 gallon unit Interseal 670HS Base 4.25 gallons in a 5 gallon container
Interseal 670HS Curing Agent 0.75 gallons in a 1 gallon container
For availability of other pack sizes contact International Protective Coatings

Shipping Weight U.N. Shipping No. 1263

20 litre unit 30.8 kg (67.9 lb) Base (Part A) 3.5 kg (7.6 lb) Curing Agent (Part B)
5 gallon unit 29.4 kg (64.9 lb) Base (Part A) 3.08 kg (6.8 lb) Curing Agent (Part B)

Storage Shelf Life 12 months minimum at 25°C (77°F). Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in dry, shaded
conditions away from sources of heat and ignition. Protect from frost.

Important Note
The information given in this sheet is not intended to be exhaustive and any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this sheet
without first obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at his own risk. Any warranty, if given, or specific Terms
& Conditions of Sale are contained in International’s Terms & Conditions of Sale, a copy of which can be obtained on request. Whilst we endeavour to ensure that all advice
we give about the product (whether in this sheet or otherwise) is correct we have no control over either the quality or condition of the substrate or the many factors affecting
the use and application of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing to do so, we do not accept any liability whatsoever or howsoever arising for the
performance of the product or for any loss or damage (other than death or personal injury resulting from our negligence) arising out of the use of the product. The information
contained in this sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the light of experience and our policy of continuous product development.
It is the user’s responsibility to check that this sheet is current prior to using the product. Issue date: 21/05/2010

Copyright © International Paint Ltd, International and all products mentioned in this publication are trademarks of, or licensed to, Akzo Nobel.

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Interthane® 990SG
Polyurethane
PRODUCT A two component acrylic polyurethane finish giving excellent durability and long term recoatability.
DESCRIPTION

INTENDED USES Suitable for use in both new construction and as an industrial maintenance finish which can be
used in a wide variety of environments including offshore structures, petrochemical facilities,
bridges, pulp and paper mills, and in the power industry.

Particularly designed for use in areas where a high gloss is either not desired or where a semi-
gloss is the preferred option.

PRACTICAL Colour Wide range via the Chromascan system

INFORMATION FOR
INTERTHANE 990SG Gloss Level Semi-gloss
Volume Solids 72% ± 3% (depends on colour)
Typical Thickness 50-75 microns (2-3 mils) dry equivalent to
69-104 microns (2.8-4.2 mils) wet
Theoretical Coverage 14.40 m²/litre at 50 microns d.f.t and stated volume solids
577 sq.ft/US gallon at 2 mils d.f.t and stated volume solids
Practical Coverage Allow appropriate loss factors
Method of Application Air Spray, Airless Spray, Brush, Roller

Drying Time
Overcoating interval with self

Temperature Touch Dry Hard Dry Minimum Maximum

5°C (41°F) 5 hours 24 hours 24 hours Extended¹

15°C (59°F) 2.5 hours 10 hours 10 hours Extended¹
25°C (77°F) 1.5 hours 6 hours 6 hours Extended¹
40°C (104°F) 1 hour 3 hours 3 hours Extended¹
¹ See International Protective Coatings Definitions and Abbreviations

REGULATORY DATA Flash Point (Typical) Part A 34°C (93°F); Part B 49°C (120°F); Mixed 35°C (95°F)
Product Weight 1.47 kg/l (12.3 lb/gal)
VOC 236 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive
(Council Directive 1999/13/EC)
See Product Characteristics section for further details

Protective Coatings
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Interthane® 990SG
Polyurethane
SURFACE All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to paint
PREPARATION application all surfaces should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504:2000.

Oil or grease should be removed in accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.

Primed Surfaces

Interthane 990SG should always be applied over a recommended anti-corrosive coating scheme.
The primer surface should be dry and free from all contamination and Interthane 990SG must be
applied within the overcoating intervals specified (consult the relevant product data sheet).

Areas of breakdown, damage etc., should be prepared to the specified standard (e.g. Sa2½ (ISO
8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP6, Abrasive Blasting, or SSPC-SP11, Power Tool Cleaning) and patch
primed prior to the application of Interthane 990SG.

APPLICATION Mixing Material is supplied in two containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit
in the proportions supplied. Once the unit has been mixed it must be used
within the working pot life specified.
(1) Agitate Base (Part A) with a power agitator.
(2) Combine entire contents of Curing Agent (Part B) with Base
(Part A) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.
Mix Ratio 6 part(s) : 1 part(s) by volume
Working Pot Life 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 25°C (77°F) 40°C (104°F)
7 hours 3.5 hours 2 hours 45 minutes

Airless Spray Recommended Tip Range 0.33-0.45 mm (13-18 thou)

Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less
than 155 kg/cm² (2204 p.s.i.)
Air Spray Recommended Gun DeVilbiss MBC or JGA
(Pressure Pot) Air Cap 704 or 765
Fluid Tip E
Air Spray Suitable Use suitable proprietary equipment
(Conventional)
Brush Suitable Typically 50-75 microns (2.0-3.0 mils) can be
achieved
Roller Suitable Typically 50-75 microns (2.0-3.0 mils) can be
achieved
Thinner International GTA713 (or Do not thin more than allowed by local
International GTA733 or environmental legislation
International GTA056)
Cleaner International GTA713 or (International GTA733 or International GTA056)

Work Stoppages Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment.
Thoroughly flush all equipment with International GTA713. Once units of
paint have been mixed they should not be resealed and it is advised that
after prolonged stoppages work recommences with freshly mixed units.

Clean Up Clean all equipment immediately after use with International GTA713. It is
good working practice to periodically flush out spray equipment during the
course of the working day. Frequency of cleaning will depend upon amount
sprayed, temperature and elapsed time, including any delays.

All surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in

accordance with appropriate regional regulations/legislation.

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Interthane® 990SG
Polyurethane
PRODUCT Level of sheen and surface finish are dependent on application method. Avoid using a mixture of
CHARACTERISTICS application methods whenever possible.

For brush and roller application, and in some colours, two or more coats of Interthane 990SG may
be required to give uniform coverage, especially when applying Interthane 990SG over dark
undercoats, and when using certain lead free bright colours such as yellows and oranges. Best
practice is to use a colour compatible intermediate or anticorrosive coating under the Interthane
990SG.

When overcoating after weathering or ageing, ensure the coating is fully cleaned to remove all
surface contamination such as oil, grease, salt crystals and traffic fumes, before application of a
further coat of Interthane 990SG.

Absolute measured adhesion of topcoats to aged Interthane 990SG is less than that to fresh
material, however, it is adequate for the specified end use.

This product must only be thinned using the recommended International thinners.

Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 3°C (5°F) above dew point.

When applying Interthane 990SG in confined spaces ensure adequate ventilation.

Condensation occurring during or immediately after application may result in a matt finish and an
inferior film.

Premature exposure to ponding water will cause colour change, especially in dark colours and at
low temperatures.

This product is not recommended for use in immersion conditions. When severe chemical or
solvent splashing is likely to occur contact International Protective Coatings for information
regarding suitability.

Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purpose only. These may be subject
to variation depending on factors such as differences in colour and normal manufacturing
tolerances.

SYSTEMS The following primers/intermediates are recommended for Interthane 990SG:

COMPATIBILITY
Intercure 200 Interseal 670HS
Intercure 200HS Interzinc 315
Intercure 420 Interzinc 52
Intergard 251 Interzinc 52HS
Intergard 269 Interzone 1000
Intergard 345 Interzone 505
Intergard 475HS Interzone 954

Interthane 990SG should only be overcoated with itself.

For other suitable primers/intermediates/topcoats, consult International Protective Coatings.

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 Interthane® 990SG
Polyurethane
D ADDITIONAL Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet
INFORMATION can be found in the following documents available at www.international-pc.com:
et
ail
T • Definitions & Abbreviations
o
p • Surface Preparation

• Paint Application

• Theoretical & Practical Coverage

Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.

SAFETY This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations in
PRECAUTIONS accordance with the advice given on this sheet, the Material Safety Data Sheet and the
container(s), and should not be used without reference to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
which International Protective Coatings has provided to its customers.

All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all
relevant national, Health, Safety & Environmental standards and regulations.

In the event welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and
fumes will be emitted which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and
adequate local exhaust ventilation.

If in doubt regarding the suitability of use of this product, consult International Protective Coatings
for further advice.

Warning: Contains isocyanate. Wear air-fed hood for spray application.

Rect Top
PACK SIZE Unit Size Part A Part B
Vol Pack Vol Pack
20 litre 17.14 litre 20 litre 2.86 litre 3.7 litre
5 litre 4.29 litre 5 litre 0.71 litre 1 litre

For availability of other pack sizes, contact International Protective Coatings.

SHIPPING WEIGHT Unit Size Part A Part B
(TYPICAL)
20 litre 26.9 kg 3.5 kg
5 litre 7 kg 0.9 kg

STORAGE Shelf Life 24 months (Part A) & 12 months (Part B) minimum at 25°C (77°
F) Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in dry, shaded
conditions away from sources of heat and ignition.
Rect
Bottom
Important Note
The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive; any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this data sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk. All advice given or statements made about the product
(whether in this data sheet or otherwise) is correct to the best of our knowledge but we have no control over the quality or the condition of the substrate or the many factors affecting the
use and application of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing to do so, we do not accept any liability at all for the performance of the product or for (subject to the
maximum extent permitted by law) any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranties or representations, express or implied, by operation of
law or otherwise, including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All products supplied and technical advice given are subject to
our Conditions of Sale. You should request a copy of this document and review it carefully. The information contained in this data sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the
light of experience and our policy of continuous development. It is the user's responsibility to check with their local representative that this data sheet is current prior to using the product.

This Technical Data Sheet is available on our website at www.international-marine.com or www.international-pc.com, and should be the same as this document. Should there be any
discrepancies between this document and the version of the Technical Data Sheet that appears on the website, then the version on the website will take precedence.

Copyright © AkzoNobel, 12/12/2014.

All trademarks mentioned in this publication are owned by, or licensed to, the AkzoNobel group of companies.
www.international-pc.com

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