Protective coating systems@ when properly selected and applied@ will protect the underlying substrate from corrosion and deterioration. Confirming that the coating has been applied correctly can require an extensive and lengthy inspection process. The use of fluorescent coatings in a coating system permits faster identification of holidays and areas with low film thickness. This technology update discusses the technique and the equipment required to inspect a coating system that incorporates fluorescent properties.
TU 11-2010 history
2010TU 11-2010 Inspection of Fluorescent Coating Systems
2006TU 11-2006 Inspection of Fluorescent Coating Systems