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BALLAST TANK BROCHURE
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Water Ballast Tank Coatings AKZO NOBEL

Inadequately protected water ballast tanks will corrode, influence reduce asset value. Water ballast tanks are an Integral part of every ship and although these areas are not revenue earning, they can be a critical expense item particularly If steelwork replacement as a result of corrosion Is Whilst the outer hull, external decks and superstructure may be In good repair, lifting the hatches of the water ballast tanks can reveal the real condition of the vessel and the true level of ship care and maintenance. If extensively corroded, the condition of the water ballast tanks can affect both...

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Intershield 300 after 5 years in service. Since 1990 water ballast tanks have become the subject of a number of regulations from bodies such as the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) and the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) as well as Indirect regulation from others including Government Organisations. One of the main reasons for increasing regulatory activity was the large number of ship losses that occurred in the 1980's where corrosion of the structure could well have been a contributing cause. • New Tankers to be of double hull structure to enable...

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Corrosion Protection Prevention of corrosion is therefore one of the most important aspects of maintaining vessel safety plus preserving asset value. The success of any water ballast tank corrosion protection programme depends largely on: 1. The correct selection of the coating scheme at newbuilding 2. Correct surface preparation and application of the coating 3. Planned coating Inspection In service 4. Planned and effective coating maintenance throughout the vessels life Neglect or poor practice at any of these four stages can lead to coatings defects and the rapid onset of corrosion with...

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Marine Coatings International Paint Ltd is part of Akzo Nobel, the Netherlands based company serving customers throughout the world with healthcare products, coatings and chemicals. Consolidated sales for 2003 totalled EUR 13 billion. Akzo Nobel currently employs approximately 64,300 people in more than 80 countries. Hong Kong Northern Ireland Peoples Republic of China Saudi Arabia South Africa South Korea United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Western Samoa Important Notes: All representations and statements concerning the product(s) In this brochure are accurate to the best of our knowledge....

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Intershield 300: after 5 years in service. Product Description A light coloured abrasion resistant, aluminium pure epoxy coating giving excellent long term anticorrosive protection and low temperature application capability. • Much improved resistance to corrosion compared to traditional anticorrosives • Aluminium containing • Abrasion resistant • Light colour • Can be applied to hydroblasted surfaces • Track record of over 2000 vessels • Norsok approved Marine Coatings Intershield 300: completed application. • Excellent long term corrosion protection • Excellent long term corrosion...

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Marine Coatings Vessel Area Water Ballast Tanks Cofferdams and Void Spaces Surface Preparation Major Refurbishment Major Refurbishment Product Data Abrasive blast clean to Sa2 (ISO 8501 -1) or SSPC-SP6 or hydroblast to International Paint Mechanically clean to St3 (ISO 8501 -1) or SSPC-SP3 or hydroblast to International Paint HB2M Standard. Abrade surrounding Intact coating and feather edges. Film Thickness Theoretical Spreading Rate (at stated volume solids and typical film thickness) Min Overcoating Time (by self) (ASTM D-1640, 7.8) Max Overcoating Time (by self) (ASTM-1640, 7.8) Pack...

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Intergard 403: application of stripe coating to edges and cut outs. Product Description Tar free, light coloured epoxy coatings offering long term protection • Two pack epoxy formulation • Light colour • Track record of over 500 vessels Marine Coatings Intergard 403: completed application. • Long term corrosion protection • Year round application* • Inspection and working conditions • Improved health and safety in comparison to coal tar containing coatings • Control of solvent emissions • Proven in service performance • Independent testimony ê For applications down to -5°C (23°F) use...

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Marine Coatings Vessel Area Water Ballast Tanks Cofferdams and Void Spaces Surface Preparation Major Refurbishment Major Refurbishment Product Data Abrasive blast clean to Sa21/2 (ISO 8501 -1) or SSPC-SP10 Abrade surrounding Intact coating and feather edges Buff, White & Grey Buff & Grey Film Thickness Theoretical Spreading Rate (at stated volume solids and typical film thickness) Min Overcoating Time (by self) (ASTM D-1640, 7.8) Max Overcoating Time (by self) (ASTM-1640, 7.8) Pack Size 20lt unit, 5 US gallon unit 20lt unit, 5 US gallon unit Thinner (not normally recommended) ♦ ASTM D-2697...

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Marine Coatings Interbond 808: stripe coating. Product Description Tar free, light coloured epoxy coating that is surface and damp tolerant for use on board or for drydock maintenance. • Surface tolerant • Damp tolerant • Light colour • One coat application capable • Rapid immersion Interbond 808: after 38 months in service. • Control of surface preparation costs and time • Flexible scheduling, especially at sea • Excellent long term corrosion protection • Inspection and working conditions • Improved health and safety in comparison to coal tar containing coatings • Application costs and...

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Marine Coatings Vessel Area Water Ballast Tanks Cofferdams and Void Spaces Surface Preparation Major Refurbishment Abrasive blast clean to Sa2 (ISO 8501 -1) or SSPC-SP6 or hydroblast to International Paint HB2M or Mechanically clean to St3 (ISO 8501 -1) or SSPC-SP3 or hydroblast to International Paint HB2M or H Standard. Abrade surrounding Intact coating and feather edges. Major Refurbishment 1 X 300um (11.8 mils total) or 1 x 150um Aluminium + 1 x 150um Buff (11.8 mils total). 1 x 150um Aluminium + 1x150um Buff (11.8 mils total). Product Data Buff, Aluminium Film Thickness Theoretical...

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