Corrosion In reinforced concrete structures

Introduces the various mechanisms and forms of corrosion, the prevention and control of corrosion through the use of coatings, and other practices for maintaining corrosion control.

Completely updated, the 3rd edition includes instructions on the step-by-step use of 50 instruments and test kits for measuring ambient conditions (including electronic psychrometers), surface profile (including two digital depth micrometers and a new procedure for use of replica tape), SSPC visual guides, wet and dry film thickness, concrete testing, destructive coating thickness measurement, adhesion, holiday/pinhole detection and coating hardness. An updated list of surface cleanliness standards, an updated index of industry standards, and a new surface salt extraction and analysis procedure are also included.

For protective coating inspection. An Inspection aid and guide produced for the inspector, by an inspector. This field guide was developed to offer guidance, experience and assistance to protective coating inspectors, specifiers, owners, and painting contractors. The book is complemented by a wide range of inspection and experience notes, with additional photos of coatings issues.