Industrial painters provide critical winterizing with protective coatings. They inspect for weak spots and use specialized low-temperature coatings to prevent corrosion.
Any industrial or commercial facility must transition from regular operations to cold-weather preparedness as temperatures drop and winter approaches. It is crucial for facility managers to safeguard their assets from the damaging effects of ice, freezing temperatures, and ongoing moisture. This is where industrial painters’ specific expertise is useful.
At Campione Painters, we do more than just apply a fresh coat of paint; we also apply high-performance protective coatings, which are an essential line of defense against corrosion, winter damage, and structural degradation. Making sure your building’s envelope—the surfaces exposed to the elements—is strong and prepared for the freeze is more important than simply wrapping pipes and installing insulation when winterizing your property.
Preventive Surface Evaluation: Identifying Winter’s Weak Points
A thorough surface audit is necessary prior to the first hard frost. Damage from winter frequently starts with preexisting defects that are made worse by the cold. Water seeps into crevices, freezes, swells, and transforms minor problems into costly structural ones. A thorough inspection aimed at locating these weaknesses is the first step in our industrial painting services.
Verifying the Integrity of the Coating
Tanks, silos, pipes, and structural steel are examples of external metal structures that depend on their protective coatings to stop corrosion. Rust can be accelerated quickly in the winter by combining de-icing salts with moisture (from rain, snow, or condensation). We check the current coating system for:
- Flaking, cracking, or chalking.
- Bare spots or places where there is mechanical damage to the coating.
- Edges and welds are frequent areas where coatings fail
For a consultation, give Campione Painters a call at (404) 587-5723!
Examining Flooring and Concrete
Industrial concrete floors are vulnerable to freeze-thaw damage, particularly those found in outdoor loading docks or unheated warehouses. Before applying a protective sealer or epoxy flooring that is ready for winter, we inspect for cracks and spalls that require repair. When the water in these fissures freezes, it will expand and seriously damage the structure.
To make sure walls and floors are adequately sealed against water intrusion, check the joints and seams.
Specialized Coatings for Cold-Weather Durability
It frequently takes more than just ordinary paint to winterize an industrial facility. We make use of specific coating technologies designed to withstand the rigors of corrosive and cold environments.
Cure Coatings at Low Temperatures
It is notoriously difficult to apply a coating in cold weather because the coating will not cure properly if the surface temperature is too low, which will result in poor adhesion and early failure. We use cutting-edge industrial coatings with low-temperature cure capabilities so that we can carry out essential maintenance even when the outside temperature drops. This is essential if you want to protect your facility without incurring expensive delays.
Mitigation of Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI)
Insulated storage tanks and pipes pose a concealed risk. Severe corrosion under insulation (CUI), which frequently goes unnoticed until serious damage has been done, can result from water seeping through the insulation and becoming trapped against the metal surface. Throughout the winter, our team helps to preserve the integrity of critical process equipment by applying specialty coatings that are made to offer exceptional protection against this particular threat.
Did You Know?
Particularly at night or on cloudy days, the surface temperature of an industrial building may be much colder than the surrounding air. To ensure adequate coating adhesion and avoid failure due to condensation, industrial painting specialists always measure the surface temperature and make sure it is at least 5°F (3°C) above the dew point.
Join Forces with Campione Painters for Dependable Winter Defense
Selecting the best industrial painting contractor for your winterization project entails picking a collaborator who has the know-how, tools, and specialty supplies to complete the task successfully despite the harsh weather. Our priorities are preserving your assets over the long term, cutting maintenance expenses, and guaranteeing business continuity.
Call Campione Painters at (404) 587-5723 for a Consultation. Let us prepare your facility to withstand the toughest winter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can industrial painting actually be done when the weather is cold?
Yes, but it requires specialized materials and techniques. Standard industrial paints often won’t cure below 50∘F (10∘C). Campione Painters uses low-temperature cure coatings and specialized heating enclosures to create the necessary conditions for application and curing, ensuring the coating bonds and performs correctly even in cold conditions.
Why is a winter check-up more critical for industrial properties than for commercial buildings?
Industrial properties often have large areas of exposed metal—structural steel, piping, and tanks—which are highly susceptible to corrosion. The contents and processes within industrial facilities are also often more critical and costly. A coating failure on a storage tank, for example, can lead to environmental and operational disasters that a typical commercial building won’t face.
