Retention of Pre-Construction Primer in Tank Coating System
Abstract
The overall objective of this project is to investigate the feasibility of retaining preconstruction primer (PCP) as the permanent primer for protective coatings systems applied in ballast tanks. Should the retention of PCP be proven as a viable option, then the process of coatings application in US shipbuilding can be improved resulting in cost savings. New construction dollars will not be spent to remove the PCP prior to the application of high performance, salt water, ballast tank lining systems. Europe leads the World in the development of the new high performance, immersion grade, marine coating systems. Asia and the Pacific Basin areas are believed to be more advanced in process and equipment development but not as advanced in new coatings development. One reason for this could be the commercial pressures ill Asia to produce a less expensive ship. Process and equipment improvements reduce manhours; whereas, high performance coating systems can increase initial cost, but can reduce maintenance cost and increase ship availability through extended drydocking intervals.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA452229
Entities
People
- Ernie Miquez
- Judie Blakey
- Scott Devinney
- Steve Cogswell
- Walt Fdortenberry
Organizations
- National Steel and Shipbuilding Company