Corrosion Concerns   Water & Wastes Digest January 2008   By Mark Eklund
A high-quality coating makes a world of difference
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A Surprise Coating Solution   Water & Wastes Digest January 2004   Lake H. Barrett, Jr.
In 1937, a one square mile parcel of land on U.S. Route 60 in Maricopa County near Surprise, Ariz., was little more than a gas station and a few small houses. In 2003, the population was expected to top 65,000. The original wastewater treatment plant had to be expanded, not once but twice.

Polyurea Coating a Lifesaver to Resort Town   Water & Wastes Digest December 2003
Ocean City, Md., officials decided to try Sherwin-Williams EnviroLastic Polyurea coating as a long-term solution for its concrete cracking problem in in two potable water reinforced concrete tanks.

Finding a Sweet Result   Water & Wastes Digest October 2003   David Pearson
A new membrane filtration system manufactured by PCI Membrane Systems, Inc. allowed National Raisin Co. of Fowler, Calif., to not only cut their wastewater costs, but they have also opened up a potentially lucrative source of income.

Advanced Surface Water Treatment Plant's Enhanced Coagulation Treatment Process Requires Tough Protective Coatings   Water Engineering & Management May 2003   Lake H. Barrett, Jr.
Lake H. Barrett, Jr., is the director of water and wastewater operations at Tnemec in Kansas City, Mo. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Penn State University and is pursuing a Master's degree in management. He is an active member of SSAC, NACE, ASME, AWWA and WEF.
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Municipal Aqueduct System Uses Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Technology for Repair and Strengthening   Water Engineering & Management March 2003   Jay Thomas and Robert St. John
The Providence Water Supply Board faced such a dilemma in 1998 when a major section of a 102"-diameter water line in Cranston, R.I., failed completely. The Providence water line failure raised valid concerns that other sections of the aqueduct also could be prone to failure, since the pipes originally had been installed as long as 50 years ago. Using lightweight, flexible carbon fiber material for strengthening the Providence Aqueduct turned out to be an innovative, cost-effective solution.
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Waterproofing the Montsouris Reservoir: Using Hydraulic Binders and Nonwoven Geotextiles to End Leaks   Water Engineering & Management August 2001
Leakage problems have plagued the reservoir since it entered service.
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Pipeline Rehab Survives the Elements   Water Engineering & Management August 2001
Projects rarely are easy. However, throw in a remote site, steep siphon, a limited number of access points, harsh winter conditions and environmental concerns and you have a daunting project.
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Coatings Repair 20-year-old Pump, Save Replacement Costs   Water & Wastes Digest July 2001
When one of four circulating water pumps at the Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO) Chalk Point Generating Station began to leak, engineers began to worry.
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Storage Tanks Insulated with Urethane Foam Increase Energy Efficiency   Water & Wastes Digest May 2001
A spray-applied coating and insulation system to protect anhydrous ammonia fertilizer tanks from temperature variations has been useful at beverage, fertilizer and chemical facilities worldwide.
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Waterborne Coatings for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants: Part 2   Water Engineering & Management February 2001   Tony Ippoliti
Waterborne acrylic coatings are available in single-component formulations that offer good durability, exceptional resistance to UV light and long-term flexibility.

Waterborne Coatings for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants: Part 1   Water Engineering & Management January 2001   Tony Ippoliti
VOC regulations have spurred advances in the formation and use of waterborne coatings that provide abrasion, chemical and moisture resistance at prices competitive to conventional coatings.
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FRP Linings in Above-Ground Storage Tanks: How Strong Are They?   Water Engineering & Management May 2000   Bob Hummel
Chemicals can be severely corrosive to above-ground metal storage tanks, resulting in possible leaks.

Epoxy Issues in Manhole Rehabilitation Projects   Water Engineering & Management April 2000   Paul Oman
Manhole rehabilitation and wastewater coatings is a fascinating niche in the coatings and linings industry. Perhaps because municipal decision makers in that industry must wear so many hats (engineer, administrator, coatings expert and contract negotiator), they tend to be more influenced by the coating manufacturers than other coating decision makers. In one respect this is good. Quality products are brought to their attention. However, the downside is that these manufacturers shield their municipal contacts from competitors and downplay the weaknesses of their products.

Disappearing Colorant Ensures Uniform Coverage Of Protective Coatings   Water & Wastes Digest January 2000
A patented fugitive colorant helps facilitate uniform application of clear protective finishes applied to water storage tanks and vessels and boasts many other advantages.

Protecting Water Storage Tanks in an Era of Environmental Compliance   Water Engineering & Management November 1996   Dallas Finch
Learning more about the causes of corrosion in an on water storage tanks can lead to the right coating choice for the tank site.
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