Schutzbeschichtung
A protective coating is a layer of material applied to a surface to prevent corrosion, chemical attack, or wear. Common protective coatings include epoxies, polyurethanes, and polymeric membranes.
Where are protective coatings used?
Protective coatings are essential wherever steel structures or equipment face aggressive conditions:
- Oil & Gas – pipelines, storage tanks, offshore platforms.
- Petrochemical & Chemical industry – vessels, reactors and process piping.
- Marine & Offshore wind – ship hulls, ballast tanks, turbine foundations.
- Infrastructure & Power – bridges, cranes, boilers, cooling towers.
For you as an asset owner, protective coatings mean longer equipment lifetime, lower maintenance costs, and fewer unplanned shutdowns.
Extra explanation and coating systems
A typical protective coating system consists of:
- Primer – ensures adhesion to the blasted surface.
- Intermediate coat – builds film thickness for durability.
- Topcoat – provides resistance to weather, UV and chemicals.
Performance depends on:
- Proper surface preparation – Sa 2½ cleanliness and correct micron roughness.
- Correct application method – spraying, brushing, or rolling.
- Environmental conditions – humidity, temperature, contamination control.
Standards and guidelines:
- ISO 12944 – corrosion protection of steel structures.
- NORSOK M-501 – offshore protective coating specification.
- SSPC / NACE – US standards for protective coatings.
Pinovo and protective coatings
Pinovo plays a critical role in preparing surfaces for protective coatings by:
- Achieving Sa 2½ blast cleanliness without dust release.
- Controlling surface roughness for adhesion.
- Working in ATEX zones without downtime.
- Protecting the environment by preventing paint microplastic emissions.
Do you want to improve the performance of your protective coatings with better surface preparation?
Request a demo or training to see how Pinovo ensures coating success.