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Corrosion & Coatings Failures On Buildings
Amtec Consultants Deal With All Coatings & Corrosion Associated with Commercial & Industrial Buildings
Large structures ( such as storage tanks & bridges) have particular corrosion problems brought about by their
size and location. Often corrosion or coatings failures occur because
of adverse climatic conditions which occur during their construction process.
Failures can be a result of air borne contamination or pollution during
the prefabrication stage or during erection. Paint cracking, star cracking
or blistering commonly result. Corrosion driven by differential aeration
cells or long distance galvanic effects are common. Where there is ground
contact or stagnant conditions then microbial corrosion can occur.
Building Corrosion.
Amtec have over 35 years experience of corrosion of industrial buildings and structures. We have carried out investigations into the corrosion of factories, offices and housing. Rust and corrosion on steel framed, sectional and modular buildings has also been carried out. We assess corrosion of listed, historic structures and buildings, anywhere in the world.
Amtec can also investigate the corrosion of warehouses, railway and airport buildings as well as corrosion of farms and sports halls and buildings. In addition, we evaluate corrosion on ports, hangars and terminal buildings, both old and new.
We also inspect corrosion of public and municipal buildings and can act as a joint expert for all parties involved or independently for one side, as required.
Coating Failures on Buildings.
Coating breakdown on industrial buildings and structures can be carried out using a range of techniques, depending upon the clients’ requirements. Coating failures on factories, offices and housing units, including tower blocks, can be undertaken by Amtec’s Coating Engineers.
We can analyse samples of paint to identify old paint types and provide information on the compatibility of old and new paints as well as identifying the causes of incompatibility and paint failure.
Paint defects on new structures can be investigated, as can paint failures on railway, airport, terminals and hangars, together with coating failures on port and harbour buildings, hospitals and sports halls.
Amtec can investigate guarantee claims on paint and coatings on public, municipal, historic and listed buildings. We can also advise on coating breakdown on sectional, framed and modular buildings including new, refurbished and old buildings.
Corrosion of Building Components.
In addition to examining whole buildings, Amtec can investigate parts of the structure for corrosion of roof cladding, frames, panels, joists and structural members. We also assess rust and corrosion of balconies, ceilings, floors, rails and decks for both poor workmanship and faulty construction.
Corrosion of doors, partitions, porches, stairs and walls can also be investigated to find the cause of the problem. Corrosion of suspended ceilings, mezzanine floors and lifts can be assessed for public bodies, corporations and private individuals.
Amtec can investigate corrosion of stainless steel and aluminium parts in buildings as well as corrosion and rust on window frames, curtain walls and metal tiles.
Coating Breakdown of Building Components.
If coatings are not properly applied onto sufficiently well prepared surfaces, coating failure and breakdown are likely to occur. Amtec can investigate the coating failure and provide impartial advice on the next steps.
We can investigate paint failure on roof, balcony, porch and deck components. Coating breakdown on cladding, panels, frames, partitions and doors can be analysed, as can coating breakdown on window frames, floors, steel, wood and plastic frames.
Paint failures such as blistering, bubbling, peeling, cracking and disbonding, can all be assessed. Coating failure on ceilings, hall ways, exterior and interior structures can be evaluated.
Corrosion of the fittings inside a building can easily occur if they are manufactured from the wrong type of material or they are stored or used under the wrong conditions. Amtec can investigate the corrosion of pipes, boilers, heat exchangers and plumbing parts. We can also assess rust and corrosion on joints, bolts, fixings, screws and fasteners.
· Powder coated components can fail in service either as a result of poor mixing,application or surface pretreatment. Amtec have extensive experience of filliform corrosion failures & disbonding problems associated with the use of powder coatings in severe environments.
Free initial telephone guidance is available on all the topics covered on this web site.
e-mail enquiries sent to the address below will be promptly answered.
Contact Amtec:- Tel +44 (0)1928 734996 Fax +44 (0)1928 734998
e-mail enquiries@amteccorrosion.co.uk
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