Q&A with Tracey Rawlinson, functional Coatings Account Manager

Q&A with Tracey Rawlinson, functional Coatings Account Manager

Q: Tracey, tell us a about your role at Northpoint. What is it and what does it involve? I carry out all the administration (with the help of my account manager Kerry) of the functional coatings. This covers the pipe department, the sheet metal line, and the wet paint...
Corrosion Protection at Northpoint Ltd: Surface Preparation

Corrosion Protection at Northpoint Ltd: Surface Preparation

Method and Quality Grade of Surface Preparation ISO 8504 parts 1 – 3 and ISO 12944 part 4 describe the methods used for metal surface preparation. Choosing the right/best method is generally decided on according to; working conditions; state of the metal surface; any...
Corrosion Protection at Northpoint Ltd: ISO 12944

Corrosion Protection at Northpoint Ltd: ISO 12944

Introduction ISO 12944 is one of the most important international standards that can be used as a reference point for the protection of steel against corrosion by a protective paint or coating which was last revised 2018. ISO 12944-1: Durability Part 1 of the standard...
Top Two Considerations When Writing a Coating Specification

Top Two Considerations When Writing a Coating Specification

What is a coating specification? A coating specification serves several purposes. At its most basic it’s a plan for how a coating will be applied by the applicator company. It may refer to any number of international standards concerning preparation and application of...