Engineering-grade articles, standards updates, inspection guides, and compliance resources for surface preparation professionals.
In January 2021, NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings completed their merger to form AMPP. All jointly published surface preparation standards have been re-designated. This guide provides complete mapping and practical guidance for engineers and inspectors.
Read Full Article →| Old Name | New AMPP Name |
|---|---|
| NACE No. 1 / SSPC-SP 5 | AMPP SP 5 |
| NACE No. 2 / SSPC-SP 10 | AMPP SP 10 |
| NACE No. 3 / SSPC-SP 6 | AMPP SP 6 |
| NACE No. 4 / SSPC-SP 7 | AMPP SP 7 |
Step-by-step guide: patch application, extraction, measurement protocol, calculation, and common errors that affect validity and repeatability.
Read Full Article →Technical comparison covering hardness, size distribution, conductivity, and defect rate requirements with practical procurement guidance.
Read Full Article →Technical evaluation of Testex tape (ASTM D4417 Method C) vs. digital profilometers (ISO 8503-4). Accuracy, repeatability, and regulatory acceptance.
Read Full Article →North Sea pipeline project: garnet qualification testing, ASTM D4940 conductivity, profile achievability testing, HSEQ compliance documentation.
Read Full Article →Conversion tables between FEPA F/P-grit and ANSI B74.12 designations. Includes mesh size relationships and application guidance for specification writers.
Read Full Article →Complete inspection procedure from initial rust grade assessment through post-blast cleanliness, profile measurement, and chloride contamination testing.
Read Full Article →Technical changes in the 2023 revision of ISO 8503. Updated calibration requirements, new profilometer guidance, and clarified measurement length specifications.
Read Full Article →Field guide to correctly identifying initial rust grades on uncoated steel. Includes guidance on using photographic reference panels and common misidentification errors.
Read Full Article →Comparison of SSPC-AB 1 and ISO 11126 for mineral and slag abrasive purchasing. Coverage, requirements, and which to use in North American vs. international projects.
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