By: Cody Paradis, Induron Southeastern Sales & Service When it comes to protecting wastewater infrastructure, the manhole invert is one of the most vulnerable and most critical surfaces to address. Constant exposure to flow, abrasion, and corrosive gas demands a coating system that can stand up to harsh conditions while still being practical for field … Read More
By: William Seawell, Induron Director of Technical Services Why are moisture-cured urethane (MCU) zinc primers so well thought of and so heavily used in the water tank painting industry? They dry quickly They can be recoated long after initial application They are easy to apply They have a long track record of protecting water tanks … Read More
By Mike Watson, Induron Infrastructure Business Development Manager Coatings and linings don’t succeed on paper. They succeed because surface preparation is done correctly, materials are handled properly, and installation techniques are executed with discipline and consistency. That’s exactly why we structured our recent multi-day field demonstration with Mortarchem, a ceramic epoxy cementitious resurfacer, the way … Read More
By: Joey Thomas, Induron Business Development Manager I’ve spent the vast majority of my professional career on the contractor side of the water storage industry. Those years in the field taught me what truly works for asset owners—and what doesn’t.
As temperatures begin to drop, it’s crucial to consider how the changing weather affects the application of protective coatings on water tanks. Cold weather can pose significant challenges to coating performance and longevity. Here’s what you need to know to ensure your tanks remain protected throughout the colder months.
By: Steve Freed, Induron Regional Manager Back in the spring of 2013, longtime Induron representative Tex Enoch met with Kent Webster of Corrosion Control Corporation to discuss an exciting new project encompassing an interior and exterior rehabilitation of a 750,000-gallon ground storage tank on the bank of a trout breeding stream in the Pocono Mountains.
By: Rob Burckley, Induron Technical Sales & Service Manager Larger tanks represent larger challenges, and Aqua Ohio’s 2-million-gallon Mentor Baxter West standpipe was no exception. When the time came for a full blast and coatings upgrade, the team at Seven Brothers Painting faced a familiar hurdle: applying a 100% solids epoxy lining without the stress, … Read More
By: Cody Paradis, Induron Southeastern Sales & Service Behind every long-lasting asset is a system designed to protect it. That simple truth has guided my career from the very beginning. I started out working for an underground asset rehabilitation contractor, where I learned the importance of consistency, quality, and strong work practices. Those early lessons … Read More
By: Joey Thomas, Induron Business Development Manager Every water tank owner will eventually face this decision at some point during the useful service life of the asset: What do we do when the paint has given all it can to protect the steel substrate?
