maintenance painting specs - steel water tank

SECTION 09970 STEEL WATER TANK COATING SYSTEMS

(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:1. Work under this section consists of surface preparation, priming and

painting necessary to complete work.2. Use coating systems specified in this section to finish all water tank

components, unless otherwise indicated. Without restricting volume or generality, work to be performed under this section may include, but is not limited to:a. Exterior steelb. Interior steelc. Piping, hangers, and supports

1.02 REFERENCES

List standards referenced in the section, complete with designations and titles. Standards and associations or industry standards should be identified here and referenced in other articles of this section by their acronym and alpha/numeric designation only. This article does not require compliance with standards, but is merely a listing of those used.

A. Publications listed herein are part of this specification to extent referenced.

B. American Society for Testing and Materials:1. ASTM D16 Terminology Relating to Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related

Products2. ASTM D3359 Test Method for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test3. ASTM D4263 Test Method for Indicating Moisture in Concrete by the

Plastic Sheet Method.4. ASTM D4541 Test Method for Pull Off Strength of Coatings Using

Portable Adhesion-Testers5. ASTM D1005 Test for determining dry film thickness6. ASTM D4417 Test for determining surface profile

D. The Society for Protective Coatings:1. SSPC-SP1 Specification for Solvent Cleaning2. SSPC-SP2 Specification for Hand Tool Cleaning3. SSPC-SP3 Specification for Power Tool Cleaning4. SSPC-SP5 Specification for White Metal Blast Cleaning5. SSPC-SP6 Specification for Commercial Blast Cleaning6. SSPC-SP7 Specification for Brush-Off Blast Cleaning7. SSPC-SP10 Specification for Near White Metal Blast Cleaning8. SSPC-SP11 Specification for Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal

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9. SSPC-PA1 Painting Application Specification10. SSPC-PA2 Measurement of Dry Paint Thickness with Magnetic Gages11. SSPC-SP12 Water Jetting

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Terms PAINT shall in a general sense have reference to, zinc primers, acrylic, polyurethane and epoxy type coatings and application of these materials.

B. DRY FILM THICKNESS (DFT): Thickness, measured in mils (1/1000 inch), of a coat of paint in cured state.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: 1. Submit manufacturer's literature describing products to be provided,

giving manufacturer's name, product name, and product line number for each material.

2. Submit technical data sheets for each coating, giving descriptive data, curing times, mixing, thinning, and application requirements.

3. Submit color charts showing manufacturer’s full range of standard colors.

B. Single Source Responsibility: 1. Materials shall be products of a single manufacturer. 2. Provide secondary materials, which are produced or are specifically

recommended by coating system manufacturer to ensure compatibility of system.

C. Manufacturer’s Instructions: 1. Submit manufacturer's installation procedures, if not on product data

sheets, which shall be basis for accepting or rejecting actual installation procedures.

2. Provide manufacturer's certification that products to be used comply with specified requirements and are suitable for intended application.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Contractor’s Qualifications: 1. Installation must be performed by a contractor with skilled mechanics having not less

than three years satisfactory experience in the service and/or installation of coatings and or linings for steel water tanks, adjacent piping, and structural supports. The contractor shall be an approved applicator in good standing with the manufacturer.



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)2. All of the contractor’s jobsite personnel must be trained in the hazards associated

with confined space entry. All personnel entering a manhole must be certified for confined space entry.

3. The Contractor shall provide the services of a qualified manufacturer’s representative who shall provide information and suggestions on the proper use and application of the products or systems and the surface preparation requirements.

4. At the completion of the work, the contractor shall submit to the Owner, any reports from the manufacturers representative’s field visits, identifying the products used the surface preparation method employed, and the product application sequence.

5. Written statement from bonding company listing total and available bonding capacity.

6. Permanent name and address of place of business, number of employees and length of time in business under present name

7. Names of members of firm that hold appropriate trade licenses, with license numbers / certificates.

8. The contractor shall be licensed as a General Contractor in the state of North Carolina with limitation amount sufficient to meet amount of contract. NC state law requires a general contractor’s license for “the construction of any building, highway, public utilities, grading or any improvement or structure where the cost of the undertaking is thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) or more.”

9. Contractor shall have Certified Coating Inspector on staff: Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) – Certified Concrete Coating Inspector and/or National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) -- Level III Certified Coating Inspector.

10. Water projectreferences within the last 3 years including contact name, address, phone and email, project name, contract amount, and completion date, plus other relevant information.

11. Statement regarding % of work to be completed in-house (with list of owned equipment) and list of all sub contractors. Consider requiring a minimum percentage of work to be completed with own forces. (ie, no more than x% will be subcontracted).

12. Contractor’s superintendant shall have been responsible for or managed projects similar in size to this proposed project in the past 3 years in the US. Contractor shall provide references and documentation about the proposed superintendent’s ability and qualifications to meet this requirement.



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)13. Affidavit stating whether or not any OSHA violations have occurred within past 3

years.

14. Copy of safety program and signed documentation of training by employees in areas that are known safety hazards within the scope of this project.

B. Pre-Installation Meeting:1. Schedule a meeting to be held on-site before field application of coating

systems begins.2. Meeting shall be attended by Contractor, Owner's representative,

Engineer, Coating Applicators, and Manufacturer’s representative.3. Topics to be discussed at meeting shall include:

a. A review of Contract Documents shall be made and deviations or differences shall be resolved.

b. Review items such as environmental conditions, surface conditions, surface preparation, application procedures, and protection following application.

c. Establish which areas on-site will be available for use as storage areas and working area.

4. Prepare and submit, to parties in attendance, a written report of pre-installation meeting. Report shall be submitted within 3 days following meeting.

1.06 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Packing and Shipping:1. Deliver products in manufacturer's original unopened containers. Each

container shall have manufacturer's label, intact and legible.

2. Include on label for each container:a. Manufacturer's nameb. Type of paintc. Manufacturer's stock numberd. Color name and numbere. Instructions for thinning, where applicable

B. Storage and Protection:1. Store materials in a designated protected area, per manufacturer’s

printed data sheet instructions.

1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Requirements:



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)1. Apply coating materials per manufacturer’s printed data sheet

instructions:a. Refer to specific product data sheets for minimum surface

temperature requirements. Surface temperatures shall be at least 5 degrees F (15 degrees C) above dew point and in a rising mode.

b. Provide for proper ventilation using explosion proof equipment. Allow to run during the complete cure cycle of the coating

c. Adequate illumination shall be provided using explosion proof lights and equipment.

d. Atmosphere shall be free of airborne dust.

PART 2: PRODUCTS

2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

A. This specification lists specific products manufactured by Sherwin Williams Industrial & Marine. Materials specified herein are cited as minimum standard of quality which will be acceptable.

B. Materials specified herein shall not preclude consideration of equivalent materials. Equivalent materials shall be submitted to Engineer for consideration and shall be made at least ten (10) days prior to the date of bids.1. Requests for substitution shall include evidence of satisfactory past

performance on water tanks.2. Substitutions will not be considered that change number of coats or do

not meet specified total dry film thickness.3. Contractor shall state in the bid the amount of deduct to use equivalent

materials to those specified.4. Paints for interior wet applications must be listed by NSF International as

certified for potable water contact in accordance with ANSI/NSF 61

2.02 COATING MATERIALSNote: Select specific coating materials which can be found in the following INDEX. For alternate materials and systems contact your Sherwin Williams Industrial Representative

REPAINT – STEEL WATER STORAGE TANK

Exterior (Commercial Blast) – Epoxy/Epoxy/Polyurethane Coating System:Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. all exterior surfaces shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Commercial Finish, removing all existing paint, rust, dirt, mill scale and foreign matter by the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings specification SSPC-SP6 (NACE No. 3). A surface profile of 1.5 to 2.5 mils is required.



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)Prime Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 Fast Cure Epoxy to all bare surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 3.0 to 4.0 mils.

Stripe Coat: Apply by brush or roller to all weld seams, structural edges and bolted connections a stripe coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 3.0 mils.

Intermediate Coat: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 3.0 mils. To achieve complete finish coat coverage, the intermediate coat color should be noticeably different than the specified finish coat color. When feasible, the field intermediate coat should be in the same finish coat color family (blue, beige, gray, etc.) with a difference in light reflectance value of about 10%.

Finish Coat: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 3.0 mils. Color shall be selected by the Engineer/Owner. Certain finish coat colors may require two-coats depending upon the method of application and color of the intermediate coat.*Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 846 may be substituted for Macropoxy 646 when surface temperatures are below 40 degrees F. Macropoxy 848 shall not be applied at surface temperatures below 35 degrees F

Note:1. For additional protection and extension of long term color and gloss retention an optional

coat of Sherwin Williams Diamond Clad Clear may be applied to the Acrolon finish coat at 1.5 to 2.0 mils dry film thickness.

Exterior – (Commercial Blast) Zinc/Epoxy/Polyurethane Coating System:

Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. All exterior surfaces shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Commercial Finish, removing all existing paint, rust, dirt, mill scale and foreign matter by the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP6 (NACE No. 3).

Prime Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Corothane I Galvapac Zinc primer to all bare steel surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 2.5 to 3.5 mils.

Stripe Coat: Apply by brush or roller to all weld seams, structural edges and bolted connections a stripe coat of Sherwin Williams Corothane I Galvapac Zinc at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 3.0 mils.



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)Intermediate Coat: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 Fast Cure Epoxy at a dry film thickness of 3.0 to 4.0 mils. To achieve complete finish coat coverage, the intermediate coat color should be noticeably different than the specified finish coat color. When feasible, the field intermediate coat should be in the same finish

coat color family (blue, beige, etc.) with a difference in light reflectance value of about 10%.

Finish Coat: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 3.0 mils. Color shall be selected by the Engineer/Owner. Certain finish coat colors may require two-coats depending upon the method of application and color of the intermediate coat.

*Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 846 may be substituted for Macropoxy 646 when surface temperatures are below 40 degrees F. Macropoxy 846 shall not be applied at surface temperatures below 35 degrees F

Note:1. For additional protection and extension of long term color and gloss retention an

optional coat of Sherwin Williams Diamond Clad Clear may be applied to the Acrolon finish coat at 1.5 to 2.0 mils dry film thickness.

Exterior (Commercial Blast) – Zinc Primer / Acrylic Dry Fall Coating System:Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. All surfaces shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Commercial Finish, removing all existing paint, rust, dirt, mull scale and foreign matter by the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP6 (NACE No. 3).

First Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, spray apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Corothane I Galvapac Zinc primer to all bare surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 4.0 mils.


Finish Coats: Spray apply two complete coats of Sherwin Williams Spraylastic Acrylic Dryfall to all surfaces. This coating shall be spray applied at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 4.0 mils per coat. Color shall be selected by the Engineer/Owner.

Exterior - (Spot Clean-Full Recoat) Coating System:



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)Scope: This specification applies only to maintenance repainting of existing coating systems where the generic type and condition of the existing coating system has been predetermined and compatibility tests have been conducted. The compatible topcoat shall be determined upon confirmation of the existing generic tank coating type.

Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. If the surface is supporting mold/mildew, clean as follows:

Power wash with 140 degrees F. trisodium phosphate/water solution (0.25 lbs. of TSP per gallon of water) at 1,500 to 2,000 psi at the nozzle. Rinse with clean tap water. After the surface has dried, wet it with a cold solution of water containing 200 ppm household bleach. Allow the bleach solution to remain on the surface until

the surface is dry. It will evaporate away over a short period of time. Rinse with clean tap water.

To remove dust, dirt, grime and chalk, clean as follows:Power wash with 140 degrees F. of trisodium phosphate/water solution (0.25 lbs. of TSP per gallon of water) at 1,500 to 2,000 psi at the nozzle. Rinse with clean tap water.

All rusted, abraded and exposed steel shall be Power Tool Cleaned to Bare Metal in accordance with SSPC-SP11. All loose paint shall be removed with the same power tools, but remaining, intact primers can be left in place. Feather all edges.

Prime Coat: Apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 Fast Cure Epoxy primer to all bare steel surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 4.0 mils.

Finish Coat: Spray apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Compatible Topcoat. This coating shall be spray applied at a dry film thickness of 2.0 to 4.0 mils. Color shall be selected by the Engineer/Owner.Note:

1. Certain colors may require two finish coats to provide complete hiding.Interior (Near White Blast) Epoxy Coating System:

Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. The entire surface shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Near White Finish, removing all existing paint, rust, dirt, mill scale and foreign matter by the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP10 (NACE No. 2).



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)Prime Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series to all bare surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 4.0 to 6.0 mils.

Stripe Coat: Apply by brush or roller to all weld seams, structural edges and bolted connections a stripe coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series at a dry film thickness of 3.0 to 4.0 mils.

Finish Coat: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series at a dry film thickness of 4.0 to 6.0 mils.*Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 846 NSF may be substituted for Macropoxy 646NSF when surface temperatures are below 40 degrees F. Macropoxy 846 NSF shall not be applied at surface temperatures below 35 degrees F.

Interior (Near White Blast) Zinc/Epoxy/Epoxy Coating System:Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. The entire surface shall be abrasive blast

cleaned to a Near White Finish, removing all existing paint, rust, dirt, mill scale and foreign matter by the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP10 (NACE No. 2).

Prime Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Corothane I Galvapac Zinc primer to all bare surfaces. This coating shall be applied to a dry film thickness of 2.5 to 3.5 mils.


Intermediate Coat: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series at a dry film thickness of 3.0 to 5.0 mils.

Finish Coat: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series at a dry film thickness of 4.0 to 6.0 mils.*Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 846 NSF may be substituted for Macropoxy 646NSF when surface temperatures are below 40 degrees F. Macropoxy 846 NSF shall not be applied at surface temperatures below 35 degrees F.

Interior Near White Blast Coating System Notes:

1. Pitting Repair for Interior SurfacesExtensive / Wide Spread, or Deep Pitting

- Apply a full wet coat, by spray application of Sherwin Williams 100% Solids



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)Dura-Plate UHS Primer to completely “wet out” the interior of pits. Steel surfaces to be treated shall receive application of Sherwin-Williams’ Dura-Plate UHS Epoxy Thin Film Lining System.

Shallow pitting, isolated areasOption #1, Same as above

Option #2, Apply Sherwin Williams Steel Seam VSE (Epoxy Patch) as required to fill the pitted areas. Holes up to 1 inch in diameter and all corrosion pits should

be filled with Sherwin-Williams Steel-Seam VSE epoxy fairing compound sufficient to fill voids and restore the surface to required surface

plane.

2. Option in-lieu of Stripe CoatingSeam Seal or Seam Treatment for Interior Surfaces: Riveted seams, weld seams, lap joints, and chine angle plates shall be filled with Sherwin-Williams Steel-Seam VSE epoxy fairing compound and smoothed out to obtain complete contact with the lining system.

Interior – (Near White Blast) Polyurea Lining System This system shall be considered for Rapid Cure or Return to Service (24 hours)

Shop Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. The surface shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Commercial Finish in accordance with the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP10 (NACE No. 2). A surface profile of 3.0 mils is required.

Shop Prime Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Copoxy Shop Primer, B62Y110 to all bare steel surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 1 to 1.5 mils.

Field Surface Preparation: Remove all oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. Weld slag, weld spatter, rough edges and sharp edges of weld seams shall be ground smooth. All rusted, abraded and unpainted areas shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Near White Metal Finish in accordance with the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP10 (NACE No. 2). A surface profile of 3.0 mils.

Field Application of 100% Polyurea: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Envirolastic AR 520PW at a dry film thickness of 50 to 60 mils DFT. *Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 846 NSF may be substituted for Macropoxy 646NSF when surface temperatures are below 40 degrees F. Macropoxy 846 NSF shall not be applied at surface temperatures below 35 degrees F




Interior – (Near White Blast) Elastomeric Polyurethane Lining System

Shop Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. The surface shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Commercial Finish in accordance with the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP10 (NACE No. 2). A surface profile of 3.0 mils is required.

Shop Prime Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Copoxy Shop Primer, B62Y110 to all bare steel surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 1 to 1.5 mils.

Field Surface Preparation: Remove all oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. Weld slag, weld spatter, rough edges and sharp edges of weld seams shall be ground smooth. All rusted, abraded and unpainted areas shall be abrasive blast cleaned to a Near White Metal Finish in accordance with the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP10 (NACE No. 2). A surface profile of 3.0 mils.

Field Application of 100% (NSF) Elastomeric Polyurethane: Apply one complete coat of Sherwin Williams Sherflex Elastomeric Polyurethane at a dry film thickness of 50 to 100 mils DFT.

Interior (Spot Blast) Epoxy Coating System:

Scope: This specification applied only to maintenance repainting of existing two-component epoxy systems in sound condition.

Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. All rusted and abraded surfaces shall be blast cleaned to a Near White Finish, removing all mill scale, rust, loose paint and foreign matter by any of the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP10 (NACE No. 2). All other surfaces shall receive a Brush-Off Blast in accordance with the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP7 (NACE No. 4).

Prime Coat: Immediately after blasting and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series to all bare steel surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 3.0 to 5.0 mils.

Finish Coat: Apply one complete coat to Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series at a dry film thickness of 4.0 to 6.0 mils.



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)**Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 846 NSF may be substituted for Macropoxy 646 NSF when surface temperatures are below 40 degrees F. Macropoxy 846 NSF shall not be applied at surface temperatures below 35 degrees F

Interior (SSPC-SP11 Spot Repair) Epoxy Coating System:

Scope: This specification applied only to maintenance repainting of existing two-component epoxy systems in sound condition.

Surface Preparation: Remove all visible oil, grease, soil, dirt and other soluble contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1. All rusted and abraded surfaces shall be blast cleaned to a Near White Finish, removing all mill scale, rust, loose paint and foreign matter by any of the recommended methods outlined in The Society for Protective Coatings Specification SSPC-SP11 Power Tool to White Metal.

Use SSPC-VIS 3 “Visual Standard for Power- and Hand-Tool Cleaned Steel” to evaluate the quality of the surface preparation. Scotch-Brite pads or 100 to 200 grit sandpaper should be used to roughen the surface and feather the edges of the existing coating to promote the adhesion and the appearance of the new coating. Scotch-Brite Number 7449 Blending Hand Pad or Scotch-Brite Fine Multi Finishing Wheel or Belt are suitable for this purpose and will conform to complex shapes better than sandpaper.

Spot Prime Coat: Immediately after Power Tool Cleaning and before any rusting occurs, apply one coat of Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series to all bare steel surfaces. This coating shall be applied at a dry film thickness of 3.0 to 5.0 mils.

Spot Finish Coat: Apply one complete coat to Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 NSF Epoxy B58-600 Series at a dry film thickness of 4.0 to 6.0 mils.

**Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 846 NSF may be substituted for Macropoxy 646 NSF when surface temperatures are below 40 degrees F. Macropoxy 846 NSF shall not be applied at surface temperatures below 35 degrees F

2.03 ACCESSORIES

A. Coating Application Accessories:1. Provide application accessories as indicated in coating manufacturer's

application instructions, including but not limited to cleaning agents, etching agents, cleaning cloths, sanding materials, and clean-up materials.

2. Material not specifically identified, but needed for proper application shall be of a quality not less than specified products.



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)2.04 MIXING Instructions: Specific product mixing and thinning instructions are to be found

in the manufacturer’s printed data sheets.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Site Verification of Conditions:

1. Examine areas and conditions under which application of coating systems shall be performed for conditions that will adversely affect execution, permanence, or quality of coating system application.

2. ASTM D4263 Test Method for Indicating Moisture in Concrete by the Plastic Sheet Method.

3. Correct conditions detrimental to timely and proper execution of Work.4. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

5. Commencement of installation constitutes acceptance of conditions and responsibility for satisfactory performance.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Protection:1. Take precautionary measures to prevent fire hazards and spontaneous

combustion. Remove empty containers from site at completion of each days work.

2. Provide drop cloths, shields, and other protective equipment.3. Protect elements surrounding work from damage or disfiguration.4. As Work proceeds, promptly remove spilled, splashed, or splattered

materials from surfaces. Leave storage area neat and clean at all times.

B. Surface Preparation:1. General Requirements:

a. Prior to application of primer, surfaces shall be prepared to receive specified paintings system in compliance with manufacturer's recommendations and specifications of The Society of Protective Coatings as indicated in Schedule below.

b. Surfaces to be coated shall be clean, dry and free from dust and any foreign matter which might adversely affect adhesion or appearance.

2. Ferrous Metal Surfaces:



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)a. For shop primed surfaces feather edges to make touch-up areas

inconspicuous. Field welds and touch-ups shall be prepared to conform to original surface preparation standards.

b. Shop applied prime coatings which are damaged during transportation, construction or installation shall be thoroughly cleaned and touched up in field. Use repair procedures which insure complete protection of adjacent primer

c. For surfaces not shop primed, surfaces shall be cleaned in compliance with specifications of The Society for Protective Coatings as indicated in Schedule of Coating Systems of this specification.

3. Galvanized Steel Surfaces:a. Solvent clean metal to remove contamination and oils in

compliance with SSPC-SP1.b. Brush blast to abrade the surface.

3.03 APPLICATION

A. General Requirements:1. Apply coating systems in compliance with manufacturer's instructions and

using application method best suited for obtaining full, uniform coverage and hide of surfaces to be coated.a. Work shall be implemented in compliance with applicable sections

of AWWA D102 and the latest revisions thereto.2. Apply primer, intermediate, and finish coats to comply with wet and dry

film thicknesses and spreading rates for each type of material as recommended by manufacturer and in accordance with SSPC-PA2.

3. Number of coats specified shall be minimum number acceptable. Apply additional coats as needed to provide a smooth, even application.a. Closely adhere to re-coat times recommended by manufacturer.

Allow each coat to dry thoroughly before applying next coat. Provide adequate ventilation for tank interior to carry off solvents during drying phase.

4. Employ only application equipment that is clean, properly adjusted, and in good working order, and of type recommended by coating manufacturer.

5. After surface preparation, spot primer on interior weld seams shall be brush applied.

B. Thinning: Thinning requirements for specified products are to be found in the paint manufacturer’s printed data sheets and are to be strictly adhered to.

C. Disinfection and Filling of Tank:



(MAINTENANCE PAINTING)1. Provide adequate ventilation for proper drying of paint on interior surfaces

and which will remove solvent vapors.2. Following final application, tank shall not be disinfected or filled until

coating system is fully cured.3. Refer to applicable product data sheet(s) for dry time/temperature

requirements. Disinfection (if specified) shall be in compliance with AWWA C652, or as instructed by Engineer.

D. Interface with Other Work:1. Allow a minimum of seven days curing time after application of final coat

to tank interior before flushing, disinfecting or filling with water.




3.04 REPAIR/RESTORATION

A. At completion of Work, touch-up and restore finishes where damaged.

B. Defects in Finished Surfaces:1. When stain, dirt, or undercoats show through final coat, correct defects

and cover with additional coats until coating is of uniform finish, color, appearance and coverage.

C. Touch-up of minor damage shall be acceptable where result is not visibly different from surrounding surfaces. Where result is visibly different, either in color, sheen, or texture, recoat entire surface.

3.05 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Inspector’s Services:1. Documents:

a. Review Contract Documents and applicable sections of referenced standards.

2. Field Painting Inspection:a. Verify cleaning operations to surfaces are to condition specified.b. Verify conformance of paint to specification.c. Check for thickness of each coating, final thickness and holidays.d. Check touch-up for final finish.e. Contractor will have both wet and dry film gauges onsite for

inspector’s use.3. Reports:

a. Submit written progress reports describing inspections made and showing action taken to correct non-conforming work. Report uncorrected deviations from Contract Documents.

B. Manufacturer's Service:1. A representative of the paint manufacturer shall be available to provide

on-site technical assistance, and guidance for application of the paint system as needed.

3.06 PROTECTION

A. Protect painted areas against damage until paint system is fully cured




3.07 WASTE MANAGEMENT

A. General Requirements:1. Place materials defined as hazardous or toxic waste in designated

containers.2. Return solvent and oil soaked rags for contaminant recovery and

laundering or for proper disposal.3. Do not dispose of paints or solvents by pouring on ground. Place in

designated containers for proper disposal.

B. Containment/Disposal Requirements:1. Surface Preparation Debris Containment:

a. When required by federal, state or local regulation, entire tank and structure shall be enclosed and surface preparation debris contained.

b. Refer to SSPC 61 Guide for Containing Debris Generated during Paint Removal Operations.

2. Disposal of Surface Preparation Debris:a. Refer to SSPC 71 Guide for the Disposal of Lead-Contaminated

Surface Preparation Debris.b. Surface preparation debris shall be disposed of in compliance with

applicable federal, state and local regulations.3. Containment/Disposal Costs:

a. Painter shall be responsible for costs associated with containment and waste disposal that may result from execution of this Project.

3.08 ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY INSPECTION

A. Owner shall set a date for a one year inspection.

B. Inspection will be attended by an owner’s representative, engineer, and painting contractor.

C. Any deficiencies in the coatings system will be repaired at the contractor’s expense

END OF SECTION
