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Tank farm coating maintenance is the ongoing program of inspection, condition assessment, and recoating that keeps tank shells, floors, roofs, and the surrounding containment structures protected against corrosion…
Well pad containment exists to keep a spill where it happens instead of letting it migrate into surrounding soil or groundwater, and…
A frac tank earns its keep by moving between sites, holding whatever fluid the job requires, and getting back on the road.…
Choosing a pipeline coating system usually comes down to three broad categories: fusion bonded epoxy, tape wrap systems, and spray-applied coatings. Each…
Our survey of 847 pipeline professionals reveals accelerating polyurea adoption, mainstream digital tool use, and a persistent workforce development challenge — key…
Getting coating thickness right is critical — too thin leaves the pipeline vulnerable, too thick wastes money. This guide covers specification standards,…
The Fall Technical Conference agenda is set: keynote from Texas A&M, 36 technical presentations, and a live polyurea spray demo. Early bird…
The Permian Basin investment surge is driving massive demand for pipeline coating services — and the region's unique soil conditions and temperature…
Our Technical Advisory Panel answers the most common questions from professionals new to the pipeline coating industry — covering polyurea vs. polyurethane,…
API 5L specifications have direct implications for coating selection and application, particularly for high-strength grades used in modern high-pressure pipelines.