Oil & gas
Energy sites run on steel. Keep it in service.
Tanks, pipe, supports, containment and well-site equipment corrode in demanding service. Operators need applicators who can work safely, document everything and get it right the first time.
Who buys
The oil and gas corrosion market
Midstream operators, tank farm owners, refineries and oilfield service companies all carry large maintenance programs for coatings. Much of that work is pipe supports, tank exteriors, containment and equipment, which suits spray-applied systems.
Expect safety requirements, contractor prequalification and documentation. Applicators who handle that well get repeat work.
What they ask for
What operators expect from applicators
Safety programs
Written safety programs, trained crews and site orientations.
Prequalification
Insurance, safety stats and registration on platforms such as ISNetworld or Avetta.
Inspection & testing
Thickness readings, holiday testing and complete job records.
Short outages
Fast-set systems that get equipment back into service.
FAQ
Questions
Is spraying polyurea safe?
It is safe when done properly. Spray-applied polyureas and polyurethanes contain isocyanates, so applicators use supplied-air respiratory protection, skin and eye protection, and ventilation or containment suited to the job. Safety is a core part of training, not an add-on.
Can you spray polyurea over rust?
Not over loose rust, scale, oil or salt. A spray coating is a barrier, and it is only as good as its bond to the steel. Abrasive blasting to the profile the system calls for is the standard; where blasting isn’t practical, thorough power-tool cleaning with the right primer can work on some jobs. Spraying over rust traps the problem underneath.
What does it cost to start spraying rust coatings?
Most of the investment is the spray rig: a heated plural-component proportioner, heated hose, spray gun and either a trailer or a shop setup. Materials, training and safety gear add to that. The right package depends on whether you work mobile or from a bay and what you plan to spray first, so tell us your plans and we’ll put real package pricing in front of you, including financing options.
Get started
Ready to start spraying rust coatings?
Tell us a little about you and what you want to protect. We’ll follow up with equipment options, training details and pricing, or connect you with a trained applicator if you need something coated.
- Takes about two minutes
- A real person follows up, not an autoresponder
- Equipment, training, materials and financing in one conversation
Backed by ArmorThane. Polyurea and polyurethane coatings manufacturer since 1989, Springfield, Missouri.