Annual Report 2011-2012

Annual Research Report 2011-2012
Project Title:
Investigation and selection of suitable paint & Coating
systems for hydromechanicalequipments of hydro structure &
preparing applied methods
(Application, preparation, inspection)
Department : Chemistry & Process
Employer : Iran Water Resources Management CO.
Project Staff : A. Ahmadi, M.Ghadimi, F. Eslampanah
Project Manager : A. Zahiri
Project Code : PPCAI01
Project Summary:
Hydro structures, such as metal & concrete equipments of dams, hydro power plants,
irrigation & drainage networks, are exposed to corrosion & deterioration due to their
contact with water & moisture ambient. One of the best methods for protecting these
equipments against corrosion is using paint & coating systems.
Considering the strategic role of hydro structures, it is very important to choose and
apply paint & coating systems correctly. improper paint selection, inappropriate surface
preparation and …, cause to premature failure of paint & coating systems.
In this project, after field visiting several hydro structures, studying their technical
documents & operating records, equipments were categorized according to standards
based on environmental & service condition. Then after performing accelerated tests,
suitable paint & coating systems were proposed.
Finally, practical guidance and related data sheets were prepared for applying paint &
coating systems to hydro structures.
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