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Articles by Del Williams

Stopping Corrosion Under Insulation in Global Oil and Gas Facilities

Stopping Corrosion Under Insulation in Global Oil and Gas Facilities

Del Williams
November 9, 2018
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With CUI and corrosion a perennial problem for oil and gas facilities with massive carbon steel structures, utilizing CBPC coatings that can control corrosion for decades and reduce downtime will only help the bottom line.
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Stopping Corrosion in Mine, Quarry and Aggregate Processing Structures

Stopping Corrosion in Mine, Quarry and Aggregate Processing Structures

Innovative coating prevents corrosion of steel hoppers and equipment exposed to moisture, salt and abrasion
Del Williams
March 15, 2018
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Although CBPC coatings are relatively new in mine, quarry and aggregate processing applications, their use will only grow as word spreads about how they can inhibit carbon steel hopper and structural corrosion for decades as well as reduce premature maintenance and replacement.


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Durable, Scannable Labels

Durable, Scannable Labels Offer Paint Manufacturers Competitive Advantage

Del Williams
October 1, 2016
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Retailer paint can labels are used not only for inventory management with SKU, barcode, product name, order number and a variety of variable data, but also to convey the paint’s exact color formulation.


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Corrosion Protection with New Cost-Effective Coating

Del Williams
August 1, 2016
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Compared to traditional corrosion resistant coatings, chemically bonded phosphate ceramics can stop corrosion, extend equipment life, and minimize costly production downtime


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Maintaining Critical Road, Rail and Bridge Infrastructure

Maintaining Critical Road, Rail and Bridge Infrastructure

Del Williams
March 1, 2016
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This new category of spray-applied waterproofing coatings are seamless, rugged, fast curing, impervious to water, able to bridge cracks, and capable of lasting decades without extensive maintenance.


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Easing the Transition to GHS Label Compliance

Easing the Transition to GHS Label Compliance

Del Williams
February 1, 2016
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The GHS-compliant synthetic labels are chemical, tear and abrasion resistant, and are constructed with a marine-grade adhesive that is waterproof and passes a 90-day seawater submersion adhesion test. Unlike typical labels, which crack and harden in harsh conditions, they are UV resistant with 2+ years of outdoor UV life.


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Michigan Utility Turns to Unique Coating to Handle Corrosion

New Industrial Coating Offers Long-Term Corrosion Resistance
Del Williams
March 1, 2013
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A new category of CBPCs offers long-term corrosion resistance.
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Chemically Bonded Phosphate Ceramics

More Than a Temporary Corrosion Covering
Del Williams
February 1, 2012
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Corrosion of steel, aluminum and other structural metals erodes the safety and financial stability of industries and countries alike. Fighting corrosion in ships, tanks, planes and equipment costs the Pentagon $22.9 billion a year.


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For Coating Contractors, Labor Saved is Money Earned

Del Williams
December 1, 2011
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With a few simple tips, coating contractors can save labor and make more money without sacrificing quality.
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100% VOC-Free Ceramic Coating - A Game-Changer for Paint Contractors?

Del Williams
May 1, 2011
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A new type of ceramic coating now on the market is not only completely VOC-free, but is also promising to deliver an abrasion-, corrosion-, high-temperature- and chemical-resistant finish that can be applied in a high build, single coat with no primer by a licensed contractor.
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