Summary Fluoropolymer-based finish coats are the premier performers for elevated water storage tanks in exterior exposures. The specialty FEVE resin on which they are based withstands intense UV radiation, high winds, and intense precipitation while holding gloss and color for decades. And while all of that comes at a cost, water industry expert Je…

Summary Acrylamide grout technology dominates the underground wastewater collection leak sealing landscape. Legacy dry-granule and modern liquid variants give operators tremendous flexibility to address challenges of almost any scope or scale. But how do acrylamides work? Why do they work so well? And what do municipalities or private network owner…

Summary Sulfur, an instrumental commodity to global industry, is a highly corrosive commodity typically shipped via rail in a molten state. Shippers must take care to protect their rolling stock by applying linings that resist heat, chemicals, and impacts. In this episode, rail industry expert Lupe Pavon and tank lining expert Steve Liebhart explor…

En el episodio inaugural en Español de The Red Bucket, nuestros compañeros de Carboline España Juan Pablo Ortega y Emilie Musso hablan sobre la reciente renovación del icónico Estadio Santiago Bernabéu en Madrid, España. El alcance del proyecto incluyó la aplicación de materiales ignífugos cementosos e intumescentes, así como recubrimientos protect…

It's taken for granted in the corrosion industry that zinc protects steel. But there's more than one way to put zinc on steel and more than one mechanism at work that makes it so protective. Kristen Blankenship returns to The Red Bucket to answer some big questions with even bigger implications: What's zinc actually doing on painted, galvanized, an…

Water/wastewater operator customers are asking some strange questions lately. To experts Jeremy Sukola and Eric Zimmerman, it’s as if they’re asking for magic paint. In this episode, we identify an emerging demographic trend and the knowledge gap it’s created. Then, Jeremy and Eric explain why the best ways to close that gap are to have hard conver…

Understanding electrostatic dissipative (ESD) vs. conductive floor coatings is one of the industry’s most persistently misunderstood topics. In this episode of The Red Bucket, subject matter expert Richie Cropp of Dudick discusses the purpose of these specialty products, provides use cases for each type, and explains the critical importance of seek…

Shortly after the turn of the last century, the cellulosic fire time/temperature curve was developed to assess the performance and safety of building materials and passive fire resistive materials. It was the cutting edge for its time. But, according to Chris Burst, the composition and contents of our built environment today prove its time has run …

Kristen Blankenship discusses whether coatings manufacturers can truly impact product sustainability – minus the greenwashing. Then, we learn whether she sees molecules The Queen’s Gambit style. 00:00 – Introduction 02:16 – The purpose of protective coatings 04:27 – When sustainability impacts coatings 08:00 – Addressing pollution as a chemical com…

Dan Baribault and Paul Atzemis continue their exploration of the unique technology and wide range of use cases for surface-tolerant epoxy mastics like Carbomastic 15. Then, Paul likens himself to a cross between Rapunzel and Gandalf. 00:00 – Carbomastic 15 performs at high temperatures 01:43 – Summarizing recent Carbomastic 15 use cases 04:00 – Und…

Why do some surface-tolerant mastic epoxies work so well in so many different services? Paul Atzemis and Dan Baribault deconstruct Carbomastic 15, explaining why its resin technology and added pigmentation combine to make it one of the industry’s best performers. And, Dan imagines a walk along the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. 00:00 – Introduction 0…

Inflow & infiltration (I&I) is a serious challenge to water and wastewater infrastructure owners, who usually don’t know they have an I&I problem until it’s too late. What is I&I? What does it cost? How do you stop it? How does controlling I&I fit into a holistic asset management and maintenance program? Jeremy Sukola and David Dingler of Prime Res…

After some time off the air, The Red Bucket returns with a narration of a complex electric vehicle (EV) facility construction project in Canada, with Jeffrey Lagendyk of Nor-Lag Coatings helping tell the story. The project included applying intumescent fireproofing under tight deadline pressure in foul weather. Paul introduces a new voice to the po…

Controlling soluble salts is one of the largest challenges faced during the surface preparation portion of a coating project. Failure to remove soluble salts can drastically shorten a coating’s lifecycle. On this episode, Ken Rossy, President of HoldTight, joins us to discuss the differences between atmospheric and immersion services, the debate on…

On this episode of The Red Bucket, Pete Mitchell from GMA Garnet joins us as we explore the various factors of abrasive blasting that contribute to long-term coating performance. The industry has focused on cleanliness and profile for years, but a new study suggests that peak density could be the largest contributing factor. We talk about all of th…

Previously on The Red Bucket, we began our exploration into all things concrete with our friend and AMPP Instructor, Paul Kennington. This month, we continue our conversation with Paul, discussing moisture effects, inspection, testing standards, and when to coat the concrete. All of that and more are coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 0…

It's been said that if you want to have problems, coat concrete. But if you know the intricacies of the concrete and the surrounding environment, the job should go smoothly. Join us this week for part one of our talk with Paul Kennington, AMPP Instructor and Coatings Consultant, about concrete. All of that and more are coming up next on The Red Buc…

We all know that environmental factors affect a coating project. But it's important to remember how diverse geographic locations can complicate those factors. Today, we talk with Matt Morris of Gulf States Protective Coatings about these challenges and the impact that have on an applicator's day-to-day business. All of that and more are coming up n…

During this episode, we discuss CUI, its true meaning, and the various factors that influence corrosion with our good friend, Michael Pardo of S&B Engineers & Constructors. We also touch on the value that mentorships bring to the coatings industry. All of that and more coming up next on The Red Bucket. 0:00 - Intro 1:45 - Introduction to Mi…

Elevated water tank painters face several unique challenges every day when working on the job site. The intricacies of a coatings project become exponential, and safety becomes even more paramount when crews are several hundred feet in the air. During this episode, we will talk with Steve Birchmeier, owner of Semper Fi Industrial Coatings, about th…

On this episode of The Red Bucket, we are joined by Ron Brashear of BYK – a global supplier of specialty chemicals and additives. Together we discuss the chemistry behind additives and their use in the paint formulation process. We also cover how additives can be designed to help the coating perform to the end user's specifications. All of that and…

This week on The Red Bucket, we are joined by Tanner Brooks of Peak Industrial Coatings & Linings. We discuss the subtle differences of applying a diverse range of industrial coatings in varying types of facilities. Join us as we cover the challenges associated with coating technologies and service environments. All of that and more coming up n…

Joining us on The Red Bucket is Dr. Marcus Foston of Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. In our discussion with Dr. Foston, we look forward to the future of the coatings industry. We examine the various renewable raw materials that could impact our industry, what they are, why we chose them, and how they are used. All of that and more on …

Due to changing laws and regulations, the cannabis industry has seen massive growth in the last several years. This growth has led to major capital investments and new construction as producers look to build new facilities in which to produce cannabis. During this next episode, we talk about all the factors that are needed to make a good resinous f…

Have you ever wondered what the role of a coating inspector is and why they are essential to a successful coatings project? Are you interested in the tools that an inspector uses and the advancements that have been made through technological innovation? Have you wondered how drones are being used to not only increase the speed of inspections but al…

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Cortney Chalifoux, PhD, PE, PCS, Coatings Program Manager at Pond & Company, joins Jack and Paul to close out their series on specifications. They discuss the significance of having the right specification and explore what engineers see as the most crucial part of a specification (SPOILER ALERT: It's the whole thing). 0:00 – Intro and important ann…

Kevin Kipp, Co-Owner, Project Manager, and Estimator at Hardig Industrial Services, joins Jack and Paul to weigh in on their ongoing discussion on specifications. They explore the process of matching contractors with projects and products based on their competencies and the importance of talking through specifications during pre-job conferences. 0:…

Jeremy Sukola is back to cover the basics of specification writing with Jack and Paul. They discuss the three primary parts of a specification and the benefits of including manufacturers in the writing process. 0:00 - Intro 3:01 - The main authority for specification writing 4:20 - The three parts of a specification 4:58 - Specification Part 1: Gen…

Vice President of Marketing Melissa Molitor joins Jack and Paul to discuss Carboline’s new young professionals' program, CarboNext. The trio explores the need for more education and networking opportunities for young professionals in the corrosion industry and how CarboNext can be a valuable resource. 0:00 – Intro 1:15 – Intro to CarboNext 1:52 – W…

Carboline Market Manager - Water & Wastewater, Jeremy Sukola joins Jack and Paul to discuss saturated surface dry (SSD). The trio discusses the factors that make SSD crucial to a successful concrete resurfacing job. 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - The definition of Saturated Surface Dry (SSD) 2:00 - Why SSD is essential to a concrete coatings project 3:20 - Cl…

Brian Cheshire joins Jack and Paul to discuss the challenges facing the water and wastewater industries today. They discuss the current status of infrastructure and the large investment that was just passed by the federal government.

Cabot Wilkinson and Dwayne Lum of Carboline join Jack and Paul to discuss a recent discovery about one of our legacy products. Listen as they discuss what makes this fireproofing project so unique. 0:00 – Intro 2:30 – Dwayne Lum and Cabot Wilkinson 3:45 – Introduction to the fireproofing project 6:00 – Service environment concerns 10:45 – The produ…

The CEO of Apellix Robotics, Robert Dahlstrom, joins Jack and Paul to discuss how drones make a difference in the coatings industry. The trio discusses the latest advancements in drone technology as it refers to coatings. 0:00 – Intro 2:00 – Introduction to Apellix Robotics 3:00 – Safety advantages of drone use 4:30 – Drones versus jobs 6:10 – How …

Russ Nakoneshny, the Director of Canada for Carboline, joins Paul Atzemis and Jack Walker to discuss Carboline's expansion for Canada. The trio explores the changes and discusses ideal candidates for new open positions. 0:00 – Intro 1:30 – Changes on how Carboline conducts business in Canada 4:45 – Staffing challenges 7:45 – Industrial coatings gro…

Holly Tyler of SPC and Doug Sinitiere of Carboline join Paul and Jack to discuss corrosion causes and coating solutions for Midstream Oil and Gas assets. They'll discuss pipelines, storage tanks, and more. 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Part 1 recap 3:50 - Biggest corrosion challenges in pipelines 4:40 - Coating solutions for corrosion challenges in pipelines…

A continuation of the discussion about AMPP with CEO Bob Chalker. Make sure to listen to part 1 (Episode 188) before you listen to this episode. 0:00 – Intro and YouTube 2:00 – The FDA Network of Experts 4:00 – The expansion of the industry beyond steel and concrete 5:45 – Involvement in real-life material problems such as the collapsed condo in Fl…

The Association of Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Chief Executive Officer Bob Chalker joins the guys to talk about the AMPP organization now that the merger is complete. In part one of the discussion, they discuss the significance of the new name and organization. 0:00 – Intro 1:45 – The formation of AMPP 6:15 – Breaking down “the comp…

Brian Cheshire joins Paul Atzemis and Jack Walker to discuss water treatment facilities. They discuss the treatment process, substrates, and coatings used in these facilities. 1:30 – The difference between water treatment facilities and wastewater treatment facilities 4:00 – History of water treatment for drinking water 5:30 – The water treatment p…

Pete Mitchell of GMA Garnet joins Jack Walker and Paul Atzemis to discuss the role blast media selection plays in surface cleanliness. They discuss the impact blast media can have on a coatings job. 0:00 – Intro to GMA Garnet and Pete Mitchell 3:00 – Studies on the blast media 4:00 – Garnet as a blast media versus other types of media 6:30 – The im…