Controlling soluble salts is one of the largest challenges faced during the surface preparation portion of a coating project. Failure to remove soluble salts can drastically shorten a coating’s lifecycle. On this episode, Ken Rossy, President of HoldTight, joins us to discuss the differences between atmospheric and immersion services, the debate on allowable soluble salt limits, and how additives can help. All of this and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 1:36 - Introduction to Kon Rossy 3:17 - Introduction to HoldTight Solutions 6:34 - Why are Salts Detrimental to Steel? 8 ..read more

On this episode of The Red Bucket, Pete Mitchell from GMA Garnet joins us as we explore the various factors of abrasive blasting that contribute to long-term coating performance. The industry has focused on cleanliness and profile for years, but a new study suggests that peak density could be the largest contributing factor. We talk about all of that and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 2:33 - Introduction to Pete Mitchell 4:39 - Introduction to GMA Garnet 6:08 - The Advantages of Garnet as an Abrasive Blast Media 9:36 - Friability 15:58 - Blast Cleanliness vs. Profile 22:4 ..read more

Previously on The Red Bucket, we began our exploration into all things concrete with our friend and AMPP Instructor, Paul Kennington. This month, we continue our conversation with Paul, discussing moisture effects, inspection, testing standards, and when to coat the concrete. All of that and more are coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 0:58 - Moisture and Concrete 6:02 - ASTM F1869: The Calcium Chloride Test 9:03 - ASTM F2170: The in situ Humidity Probes Test 13:08 - Visually Inspecting Concrete 17:26 - CSP Standards 20:18 - When to Coat Concrete 23:50 - "The Four Questio ..read more

It's been said that if you want to have problems, coat concrete. But if you know the intricacies of the concrete and the surrounding environment, the job should go smoothly. Join us this week for part one of our talk with Paul Kennington, AMPP Instructor and Coatings Consultant, about concrete. All of that and more are coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro and Introduction to Paul Kennington 3:17 - Concrete: The Enemy of Coatings 4:29 - What Makes Up Concrete? 6:31 - The Different Types of Concrete 9:39 - Type 1 Concrete 10:26 - Type 2 Concrete 12:07 - Type 3 Concrete 16:50 - Vapor B ..read more

We all know that environmental factors affect a coating project. But it's important to remember how diverse geographic locations can complicate those factors. Today, we talk with Matt Morris of Gulf States Protective Coatings about these challenges and the impact that have on an applicator's day-to-day business. All of that and more are coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 2:04 - Introduction to Matt Morris 4:03 - Introduction to Gulf States Protective Coatings 4:49 - Painting Tanks in a Coastal Environment 6:57 - Wind Complications on a Coating Project 9:32 - Shrouding and Salts 14 ..read more

During this episode, we discuss CUI, its true meaning, and the various factors that influence corrosion with our good friend, Michael Pardo of S&B Engineers & Constructors. We also touch on the value that mentorships bring to the coatings industry. All of that and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 1:45 - Introduction to Michael Pardo 3:56 - The Importance of Mentors in the Protective Coatings Industry 6:23 - Why Michael Stayed in Coatings 9:39 - Introduction to S&B Engineers and Constructors 10:00 - Corrosion Under Insulation 13:05 - What Does "CUI" Mean? 18:43 ..read more

Elevated water tank painters face several unique challenges every day when working on the job site. The intricacies of a coatings project become exponential, and safety becomes even more paramount when crews are several hundred feet in the air. During this episode, we will talk with Steve Birchmeier, owner of Semper Fi Industrial Coatings, about the success of such projects. All of that and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - Introduction to Steve Birchmeier and Semper Fi Industrial Coatings 3:59 - The First Step in the Elevated Water Tank Coating Process 5:32 - Surface ..read more

On this episode of The Red Bucket, we are joined by Ron Brashear of BYK – a global supplier of specialty chemicals and additives. Together we discuss the chemistry behind additives and their use in the paint formulation process. We also cover how additives can be designed to help the coating perform to the end user's specifications. All of that and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 1:36 - Introduction to Ron Brashear and BYK 5:22 - The Role Additives Play in Coating Formulations 9:14 - Wetting and Dispersing Additives 13:52 - The Relationship Between Coating Manufa ..read more

This week on The Red Bucket, we are joined by Tanner Brooks of Peak Industrial Coatings & Linings. We discuss the subtle differences of applying a diverse range of industrial coatings in varying types of facilities. Join us as we cover the challenges associated with coating technologies and service environments. All of that and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 1:28 - Introduction to Tanner Brooks and Peak Industrial Coatings & Linings 4:32 - Working in Diverse Markets 9:16 - The Importance of Education in the Coatings Industry 10:07 - Surface Preparation and Providi ..read more

This week on The Red Bucket, we are joined by Tanner Brooks of Peak Industrial Coatings & Linings. We discuss the subtle differences of applying a diverse range of industrial coatings in varying types of facilities. Join us as we cover the challenges associated with coating technologies and service environments. All of that and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 1:28 - Introduction to Tanner Brooks and Peak Industrial Coatings & Linings 4:32 - Working in Diverse Markets 9:16 - The Importance of Education in the Coatings Industry 10:07 - Surface Preparation and Providi ..read more