The Coating Inspector TCI
1167 Rymal Road East L8L 3Z3 Hamilton, ON, Canada

Do you use the contrasting colour method with your paint application? When doing inspections, we love seeing different contrasts in paint colours. Not only does it help with layer identification, but it helps to source the cause of the issue. Learn more this corrosion prevention and inspection method here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/types-of-corrosion-preventi/

"A pioneering approach to greening pipeline operations, Enbridge’s solar self-power program demonstrates the promising nature of a gas-renewables partnership as part of an affordable, reliable, lower-carbon future." Do you work in the energy or pipeline industry? What do you think about Enbridge's solar self-power program? #pipeline #solarenergy #solarpower... https://www.enbridge.com//heidlersburg-solar-project-penns

The Canadian climate can range from +35 to -35 in the span of 6 months. These extreme temperature fluctuations cause material expansions and contractions and if not protected properly can result in premature failures. Here are some of the top considerations we make when doing an inspection in the winter, and how you can protect your assets during this upcoming chilly season: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/factors-influencing-corrosi/

Do you ever wonder what kind of co-ordination goes into re-coating an amusement park roller coaster? Painting a roller coaster is not only incredibly intricate and a major undertaking, but the longevity of that paint job is fully reliant on a high-quality inspection. Really something interesting to think about: https://blogs.nace.org/recoating-amusement-park-rides

Are you thinking ahead for winter protection? The Coating Inspector provides surveys, inspections, maintenance programs, design-build and consulting, and we are here to support you, every month of the year. You can learn more about our services here:... https://thecoatinginspector.ca/services/ See more

"Both the Canadian and Alberta governments are keen to encourage the growth of a hydrogen industry." Interesting... what do you think? https://financialpost.com//a-100b-opportunity-alberta-coul

Environmentally procedures in the corrosion industry? Is there such a thing? We go out of our way to keep up with the latest environmentally-friendly technologies and procedures and make recommendations based on long-term environmental protection. Learn more about dustless blasting clean up and how we can work towards a greener future in the corrosion and paint industry:... https://thecoatinginspector.ca/dustless-blasting-cleanup/

We're looking forward to this awesome partnership. If you're looking for work in the marine industry (here in Canada), Heddie Shipyards & Seaspan have just signed a long-term agreement to fabricate Ontario-made ship components. Happy to hear we're keeping it Canadian-made as well. https://lakesuperiornews.com//heddle-shipyards-bring-shipb... #marineindustry #civilengineer #inspection #corrosion

Here in Canada, the marine industry is about to approach extreme temperatures that not only range into the -30+ degrees but then need to be submersed back into freezing waters. Curious how The Coating Inspector can protect marine assets as they approach the winter months? Learn more here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/marine/

Way to go Enbridge! https://www.startribune.com/enbridge-joins-big-european-//

How does Cold Weather Climates Affect the Performance of Steel Equipment? While engineers have found a way for steel to be safer in low temperatures, its still incredibly important that those operating cranes and heavy-lifting equipment in freezing conditions should take safety precautions. https://www.spartaengineering.com/how-does-cold-weather-cl/

This is a neat read if youre interested in how seawater affects pipes: https://www.corrosionpedia.com/introduction-to-the-c/2/6684

This is a neat read if you're interested in how seawater affects pipes: https://www.corrosionpedia.com/introduction-to-the-c/2/6684

In the colder temperatures, metal becomes stiffer. It essentially changes from ductile to brittle - meaning, instead of bending, it breaks. Living in Canada means we are always dealing with weather thats unpredictable, and lets get real... if 2020 has taught us anything, its that ANYTHING can happen. If youre wondering how The Coating Inspector can support your assets, learn more about ur services here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/services/

How often do you start a job on a construction site that ends up having lead paint? Though lead was banned years ago because of its long-term associated health risks, it still pops up from time to time and needs to be safely removed. Curious what the procedure to removing lead is? Here are 8 techniques that are often used for removing lead and a little video of how were dealing with lead on one of our construction sites. Read more:... https://thecoatinginspector.ca/lead-in-construction/ See more

COVID has impacted so many different industries - our heart goes out to those who work in the oil industry as we know that the economic blow has caused impact to not only the businesses but a huge impact to the workers as well. https://www.worldpipelines.com//eia-canadas-oil-productio/

"The World Corrosion Organization estimates the global cost of corrosion to be about US$ 2.5 trillion annually, and that a large portion of this - as much as 25% - could be eliminated by applying simple, well-understood prevention techniques. Corrosion prevention should not, however, be considered solely a financial issue, but also one of health and safety. Corroded bridges, buildings, ships, and other metal structures can and do cause injury and death." https://www.thoughtco.com/what-is-corrosion-2339700

Thats no fun, and exactly why its so important to keep up with your inspections: https://globalnews.ca//73/5th-avenue-flyover-lane-closure/

That's no fun, and exactly why it's so important to keep up with your inspections: https://globalnews.ca//73/5th-avenue-flyover-lane-closure/

What kind of technology are you using for your business? "For many coating inspectors, recording site data is a laborious task and one that suffers from the potential for costly errors." With all of the data that must be collected every time you enter and leave a site, its important to have a technology that can support you and your business. Here are some ideas for moving from paper to electronics:... https://www.icorr.org/coating-inspection-technology/ See more

We often provide Lunch & Learns for those in the industry who want to learn more about the value that corrosion protection and outsourcing an inspection agency can provide? Connect with us and let us pop by to bring some awareness to your staff on what they can do to ensure corrosion doesnt overtake your assets. Request more information here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/connect/

A simple breakdown of metal coatings that everyone should know about and the benefits of using them on your site or with your assets: https://www.corrosionpedia.com/5-most-common-types-o/2/6894

Did you know that experts suspect nearly 75% of premature failures are a result of improper surface cleaning? Meaning, it doesnt really matter how detailed and complex your systems are, if you arent preparing the surface properly, you have only a 25% chance of lifespan survival rate. Here are some of our top tips and tricks for high-quality surface preparation: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/surface-preparation-paintin/

"Inspectors that are new and unfamiliar with blasting of a steel plate at a shop facility vs. on-site may not be unaware that staining and discolouration can be a result of the plate sitting outside or getting stored in a certain way. This can result in confusion or mismanagement of surface preparation for those who are inexperienced." Understand best practices for surface preparation in blast shops, learn more here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/surface-preparation-paintin/

A great read on high-pressure fastening practices. Safety can be a huge risk of you are not complying to the standards placed within the industry. What do you think? https://www.corrosionpedia.com/high-pressure-fastene/2/1805

Looking back at some of the major jobs completed over the last year and feeling incredibly grateful for our clients, team and the industry we are in. We serve many different industries with many different needs. If you are looking for a quality corrosion inspection agency, reach out and lets have a chat! https://thecoatinginspector.ca/connect/

Setting the standard for pipelines & underground system corrosion maintenance. Do you have a project that needs professional servicing? Our NACE Certified corrosion and coatings specialists delivering comprehensive services to industrial and commercial customers across Canada and around the world. https://thecoatinginspector.ca/pipelines-underground-syste/

Such a valuable lesson on corrosion for structural steel. Its definitely worth the 2-minute watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZehRZLONb3Y&feature=youtu.be

Such a valuable lesson on corrosion for structural steel. It's definitely worth the 2-minute watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZehRZLONb3Y&feature=youtu.be

Have you worked with The Coating Inspector? We would love to hear what your experience was like and welcome you to leave a review: https://g.page/Thecoatinginspector/review?rc

Sharing this photo from our friends over at Industrial Painters "The courthouse structural steel canopy sandblasting and protective coatings has been finalized for the City of Mississauga. No more corrosion. Inspection services provided by The Coating Inspector." We love working with industrial paint experts. If you have a paint job that needs to be inspected, let us know we would love to help.... Learn more here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/

Did You Know That the commercial sector often relies on The Coating Inspector to ensure safety and the longevity of the assets within the industry, such as buildings and businesses? One of the main reasons we look forward to serving the commercial sector is also to help businesses save thousands of dollars annually by protecting the infrastructure that these businesses represent.... Do you work in the Commercial Sector? Check out the 3 reasons why the commercial sector needs regular coating inspection services at the link below https://thecoatinginspector.ca/coating-inspection-services/

Have you heard of the ECOQUIP 2? Surface cleaning, maintenance, and repair are necessary activities to extend the life of a yacht, and vapour blasting is the most efficient and eco-friendly stripping method for boat and yacht surfaces. Generates 92% less dust compared to dry blasting and use less water than traditional wet blasting. Check out how to reduce vessel downtime with this equipment at the link below.... https://www.graco.com//equipme/reduce-marina-downtime.html

Just as you would expect a reputable plumber to fix a leak, or a general contractor to build you a beautiful house thats up to code, you should be able to expect a reputable corrosion inspection agency to give you an accurate estimate that is designed to keep your assets protected, long-term. Try to keep these 5 things in mind when hiring a corrosion expert. https://thecoatinginspector.ca/5-things-to-keep-in-mind-wh/

Conventional pressure testing poses many risks to the pipeline, the environment, and nearby workers. Ultrasonic inline inspection (ILI), on the other hand, is nondestructive, allowing pipe integrity to be assessed safely and economically. Find out more how Ultrasonic Inline Inspection Technology Enhances Safety: https://www.corrosionpedia.com/integrity-management-/2/7167

We are proud to announce that Founder of TCI, Scott Menzies, has just joined the OMWA Wastewater Association Equipment & Technology Advisory Council membership. OMWA has recently launched the Water, Wastewater, Stormwater Equipment & Technology Advisory Council (W3ETAC) initiative to better connect manufacturers and consultants with municipal and utility members to the benefit of the Water3 Sector in Ontario. During these challenging times, municipal water, wastewater, & st...ormwater authorities across Ontario need to rely more than ever on collaboration with their industry colleagues to provide these essential community services effectively and efficiently. There is no better time to work together to support our communities. Congratulations Scott! Thank you for continuing to support and lead the coating industry. https://omwa.org/water3/

Spotted The Algoscotia looking beautiful on a sunny summer morning. Working with these shipping vessels has been a dream! Not only are they incredibly professional, but their values are similar to TCI: safety, security and integrity - exactly what we like to see in a company that provides such a valuable service for Canadian citizens.... Throughout the years, weve had the pleasure of seeing the Algoma docked here in Hamilton and in Sarnia. It is a surreal sight to see how vast they are, knowing that they travel the Canadian waters from port to port and are one of Canadas primary trade transportation sources. Basically, without them, Canada wouldnt be what it is today. Where are you from? Do you get to see the #Algo up close and personal like we do?

A great video by James Kunkle "Zinc as a natural metal element plays a critical role in modern protective coatings. Coatings with Zinc are used for long-term protection of steel substrates and act as a sacrificial metal that concentrates the electrical potential of a corrosion cell onto the Zinc itself instead of the steel its protecting." Tune into this discussion on how critical and important the mineral Zinc is for not only human life, but also for the preservation and... protection of steel structures. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYFcB7YeVMU&feature=youtu.be

We are proud to serve the marine industry and have the opportunity to provide our services year after year. Corrosion-related maintenance can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars over the lifetime so the importance of safeguarding these huge investments is our greatest concern. At The Coating Inspector, we can help you to reduce costs, maximize asset availability, keep personnel safe, and preserve the environment. ... We are passionate about providing our coating services to the marine industry and continue to support each and every person who continues to serve our country. Learn more here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/marine/

Our rapid deployment systems are used on bridges during night shifts where lane closes are restricted. Corrosion can pose a growing threat as highway and bridge infrastructures age if spending on maintenance and repair is put off. At The Coating Inspector, we provide high-quality services in corrosion inspection, prevention and protective coatings. Do you have a corrosion problem related to highways and bridges? >>> Contact us today or give us a call at 1.905.481.2647... https://thecoatinginspector.ca/highways-bridges/

Did you know that we provide coating inspections on schools, jails, commercial buildings, etc? We get a lot of calls from these institutions knowing that they can trust us with providing top value coatings based on their individual architectural needs. Check out the full IGTV video as Scott takes you on a tour through a school that TCI is currently working on. Do you know of an institution or commercial building that needs a little sprucing up? Contact us today or give us a c...all at 1.905.481.2647 https://thecoatinginspector.ca/

Did you know that we serve the military industry? Its always a surprise to people when they hear that we get a lot of military projects such as aircraft, ships and other vital assets. The military must keep their assets in peak shape and readiness to fulfil their important defence roles. The Coating Inspector offers industry knowledge gleaned from years of experience working in differing environments in regions.... Check out our references from past clients on our website below to learn more about our military services: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/military/

Nippon Paint Marines new Neoguard Toughness is a new coating developed that delivers greater protection to bulk carrier cargo. It has gained considerable market acceptance with almost 40 applications since its official introduction in August last year. Read more on how the coatings from this product will enable ship owners to keep their cargo holds in excellent condition. Article: Nippon Paint Marine Coating Makes Impact in Tough Bulk Sector ... https://www.coatingsworld.com//nippon-paint-marine-coatin/ See more

Did you know that we serve the military industry? It's always a surprise to people when they hear that we get a lot of military projects such as aircraft, ships and other vital assets. The military must keep their assets in peak shape and readiness to fulfil their important defence roles. The Coating Inspector offers industry knowledge gleaned from years of experience working in differing environments in regions.... Check out our references from past clients on our website below to learn more about our military services: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/military/

The summer months bring a lot of infrastructure repair projects like this - the Canadian Pacific rail bridges on the 403, just outside of Hamilton, ON. Shout out to Dayson Industrial for doing a great job! TCI is proud to support you during all of your projects.

To determine the factors behind salt-induced corrosion undercoatings, both the physical and chemical aspects of delamination must be considered. Check out this article on the Five Key Factors in Understanding the Role of Soluble Salts in Coatings Failures https://www.corrosionpedia.com/five-key-factors-in-u/2/4127

Wastewater plants in North America have asset values that range from millions to billions of dollars! Here at TCI we work with: dams aqueducts tunnels... water and wastewater treatment plants pumping plants distribution pipelines storage reservoirs Do you have a corrosion problem related to wastewater? >>> Contact us today or give us a call at 1.905.481.2647 You can learn more about our work with wastewater treatment facilities here: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/water-wastewater/

When it comes to surface preparation in blast shops, there are a few techniques you need to know. For example, the use of organic materials like corn husks can be both environmentally friendly and cost-effective and are a lot less harmful than silica sand. Check out our recent blog post "Dealing With Surface Preparation in Blast Shops" where were dishing out our favourite techniques as well as 5 major things to consider: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/surface-preparation-paintin/

Stress concentration facts - learn what stress concentration is and 4 ways to reduce it in machine parts: https://www.corrosionpedia.com/stress-concentration-/2/7016

We take pride in our work and upholding a professional reputation in the industry. Don't wait any longer and contact us today: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/

We take pride in our work and upholding a professional reputation in the industry. Dont wait any longer and contact us today: https://thecoatinginspector.ca/

Just putting on the finishing touches on our thermal spray project from last week. We think it's looking slick, what do you think?

Just putting on the finishing touches on our thermal spray project from last week. We think its looking slick, what do you think?

We want you to work with us! At The Coating Inspector, we know our higher purpose is to prevent environmental disasters and catastrophic failures. We apply this to every project, every customer, every day.... We demonstrate this by telling our customers what they need to know to accomplish this as a shared goal. We are always learning. We take the knowledge gained from the worst environments and apply this knowledge to provide the best protection to our clients assets. Needless to say, we protect your assets as if they were our own. Do you have a coating project that needs to be repaired> Contact us today (link in bio to connect) or give us a call at 1.905.481.2647 https://thecoatinginspector.ca/about/

Bridges & highways are our summer favourites. The "suspended catwalk" in this photo is of a bridge that began last year by @Dayson.ca contracting company. This bridge now goes from East to West, with the installation of staircases going to road level on both sides. What do you think?