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CTSP Episode 043 - Alkyd Resins, Coating Selection Part 2

Jack Walker and Paul Atzemis talk about Alkyd resins, where they come from, and where they are now. They talk about uses, problems and benefits of alkyds.

Filling primers improve lining quality in crude oil tanks

Originally Published: BIC, September 2018The trend of high-build, single-coat tank linings continues. What’s not to like? These linings save labor, place tanks in service quickly and are very durable.

CTSP Episode 042 - Organic Zinc, Coating Selection Part 1.2

Jack Walker and Paul Atzemis discuss Organic Zinc. This is the follow up to Episodes 015 and 016 on Inorganic Zinc. This discussion is the second part in a series of the how and why in making coating

CTSP Episode 041 - SSPC-SP13/NACE No. 6 Surface Prep of Concrete update

Jack Walker and Paul Atzemis break down the updates to the joint standard from SSPC and NACE.

CTSP Episode 040 - Dry Film Thickness Gauges

Jack Walker and Paul Atzemis answer listener email. In this episode the discuss the differences in Type I and Type II dry film thickness (dft) gauges, how to use them, and types of “calibration” for