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What is surface preparation?
In the industrial coating industry, you often hear the term “surface preparation” as a necessary step before applying coatings. What exactly does this mean? Allow us to explain! Surface preparation is the process of treating the surface of the vessel, tank, steel, or...
Everything you need to know about polyurethane coatings
A good finish coat can protect metals from temperature, humidity, sunlight and pressure for many years under ideal conditions! There are multiple types of coatings that each offer different benefits. Polyurethane top coat (often referred to as a urethane finish) is...
Corrosion Reporting Will Transform Your Business
The reality is that corrosion is a looming threat. Regardless of how shiny and new an asset is, it is likely to corrode at some point. That's just the industry we're in! Our natural environment is tenacious, and we have to accept that it's going to happen. However, a...
What Causes Corrosion in Steel?
Can Steel Corrode? Corrosion is everywhere. From the most mundane home appliances like your shower, to the most complicated industrial equipment such as oil tanks and vessels. Surfaces of all kinds can experience some form of corrosion over time. Steel structures...
The Impact of High Temperature Corrosion and to How Prevent it
What is High-Temperature Corrosion? Seasonal changes can impact industrial equipment greatly. From cold climates to humid climates and everything in between. These extreme changes in temperature give corrosion the opportunity to harm and attack surfaces....
Everything You Need to Know about Fluoropolymer Coatings
What are Fluoropolymer Coatings? For every type of application and scenario, there exists a coating that can alleviate the stress and damage of corrosion. Thankfully, the world of industrial coatings is vast. Similarly, in the oil and gas industry there are endless...
Industrial Coatings Work: Here’s Why
Do Industrial Coatings Really Protect Equipment? Corrosion is a hidden enemy. Unfortunately, it’s all around us. The oil and gas industry is no stranger to the dangers of corrosion. If you work in the industry then you know how frustrating corrosion can be. Assets and...
How to Apply Industrial Coatings: It Starts with Safety Training
The Importance of Safety Training Corrosion can be costly and it can also be dangerous. That’s why at Spear Industrial, safety is at the center of everything we do. We believe that no operation should ever jeopardize the safety of people, property, or the...
Intergranular Corrosion: A Quick Guide
What is Intergranular Corrosion and How Does it Occur? Intergranular corrosion is one of many fascinating forms of corrosion in the world around us. In the oil and gas industry, intergranular corrosion is a potential threat like no other. This form of corrosion is...
How Salt Water Speeds Up Corrosion
Why does Salt Water Speed Up Corrosion? Corrosion occurs for multitudes of reasons. The world of corrosion is broad and includes many fascinating forms and types of corrosion. However, no matter how different a form or type of corrosion may be, they are equally...