Above Ground Coating

This Required Practice is designed to provide consistency in the application of paints and coating on above grade piping, vessels, and structural steel.

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APPEALS PROCEDURE
This Required Practice has been approved by the Operations Engineering Council. Employees will follow this Required Practice unless a deviation request for nonconformance is submitted and approved. The deviation request must be reviewed and approved by the Division Engineering Manager, Division Operations VP, and the DCP Midstream VP Engineering. The deviation request must include the following information:

Name of the Engineering Standard, Safe Work Practice, or Recommended

Practice for which the deviation is requested

Specific element(s) of the above Engineering Standard, Safe Work

Practice, or Recommended Practice for which the deviation is requested

Deviation description Justification for deviation request Mitigation plan (if required)
A template for the Deviation Request may be obtained from the DCP Midstream Portal.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Application of Required Practice ........................................................1
1.1. Scope........................................................................................................ 1

2. General ..............................................................................................2 3. Environmental, Health, Safety............................................................3

3.1. 3.2. 3.3. 4.1. 4.2. 4.3. 4.4. Environmental ........................................................................................... 3 Health........................................................................................................ 4 Safety........................................................................................................ 4 General ..................................................................................................... 5 Coating Conditions.................................................................................... 7 Coating Locations ..................................................................................... 7 Clean-up ................................................................................................... 7

4. Coating Contractor Scope of Work.....................................................5

5. Coating Specifications........................................................................8
5.1. Surface Preparation .................................................................................. 8 5.1.1 New steel surfaces (uncoated).................................................................. 8 5.1.2 Previously coated surfaces ....................................................................... 8 5.2. Coating Schedule...................................................................................... 9 5.2.1 General Normal Service Uninsulated (Temp Less than 200 F) ......... 10 5.2.2 General Severe Service Uninsulated (Temp Less than 200F) .......... 10 5.2.3 General Insulated Greater than -50F and Less than 250F................... 11 5.2.4 General Insulated Greater than 250F and Less than 750F .................. 11 5.2.5 General Insulated - Less than -50F and Greater than 750F.................... 11 5.2.6 Insulated Cyclic 100 F to 650 F............................................................ 12 5.2.7 General Uninsulated, High Temp Surfaces............................................. 12 5.2.8 Atmospheric Tanks, Drums External Surfaces..................................... 12 5.2.9 Atmospheric Tanks External Surfaces - Tank Bottom.......................... 12 5.2.10 Atmospheric Tanks Internal Surfaces - To Mitigate Internal Corrosion 13 5.2.11 Stainless Steel ........................................................................................ 13

Index.......................................................................................................14
Surface Cleaning Codes ....................................................................................... 14 Coating Selection Matrix ....................................................................................... 16

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Application of Required Practice

1.

APPLICATION OF REQUIRED PRACTICE

This Required Practice is designed to provide consistency in the use of above grade painting and coating systems.

1.1. Scope
This Required Practice is intended for use external coating for all above-grade surfaces (gas plants, tank batteries, valve sites, meter runs, structural steel, accessory equipment, etc.) within DCP Midstream plants, booster stations, and for pipeline above ground appurtenances. This Required Practice is written assuming a Coating Contractor is utilized to provide the coating service. These specifications shall apply to both shop applied (off-site) and field applied (onsite) coatings. Due to the ever changing and vast array of industrial coating products available, this Required Practice is generic with regard to the coating products used. Given this, the Project Engineer, Construction Coordinator and/or Coating Contractor will need to refer to the manufacturers literature for details such as mixing methods, pot life, time between coats, etc. If there is a significant discrepancy between the generic instructions provided in this document and the manufactures recommendations, the manufacturers recommendation will take precedence. These specifications cover the coating of all external, above ground surfaces. For special-condition applications not covered in these specifications, it is recommended the DCP Midstream Project Manager, Asset Engineer or Denver Engineering Services be consulted for recommendations covering such conditions.

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GENERAL
The Coating Contractor shall hold a valid State Contractors license for the State in which the work is being performed. The license shall cover all phases of the work being performed (surface preparation, coating, painting, etc.). The Coating Contractor shall be responsible for any subcontractor license requirements. The Coating Contractor shall be pre-approved by the DCP Midstream authorized representative. At THE DCP MIDSTREAMS request, he shall furnish a list of references and a history of his use or knowledge of the products being used. The Coating Contractor is responsible for all-necessary personnel and environmental protection. The contractor shall obtain all abrasive blasting, painting, or other permits necessitated by the work he is to perform. DCP Midstream reserves the right to provide the coating material or the Contractor shall obtain the coating material from a distributor that is an approved DCP Midstream vendor. DCP Midstream may provide a third party inspector or a DCP Midstream inspector for all or part of the project. If designated in writing, the inspector shall act as DCP Midstream authorized representative.

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ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, SAFETY 3.1. Environmental

Following these storage practices will reduce the exposure of coatings and supplies to stormwater run-on and runoff at DCP Midstream facilities: Where feasible, store coating materials in an area with a canopy or roof designed to direct runoff away from the storage area. Regularly check for leaking or ruptured containers.

Careful transport of coating material to and from the work site helps to prevent accidental spills: Contractor and DCP Midstream personnel shall follow all applicable DOT regulations including proper placarding. Load and unload coating material on level ground when using a forklift to minimize the chance of tip-overs and potential spills. Ensure that all coating pallets are securely fastened before moving. Secure the coating containers to the transport vehicle using approved methods such as ropes and straps. Transport coating and materials to and from work sites in containers with positive locking lids. Do not transfer or load coating over or near drain inlets, storm water drainage systems, or watercourses.

Proper application practices inhibit coating chips and excess coating drift from being transported to storm drainage systems or watercourses by wind or other means: Monitor weather and wind direction to ensure that coating drift is minimized and does not enter drain inlets, storm water drainage systems, or watercourses. For field applied (on-site) coatings, the contractor shall supply and utilize a containment system, which allows for the efficient containment of the washwater, waste, dust, and coating over spray. The containment system shall have a minimal retention capacity of 100% and shall assure the nonpollution of the surrounding environment. To avoid spills, follow proper operational procedures for lane striping and coating applications. Ensure that the coating spray gun remains closed when not in use to prevent leaks.

Thorough cleanup and disposal practices ensure that coating-related hazardous materials and wastes are handled properly:
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Do not clean out the paint spray gun over the ground. Wipe up small coating spills immediately with rags. For larger spills, use dry absorbent material. Collect all excess material and coating wash solutions in appropriate containers. Secure all containers and dispose of properly following all applicable federal, state and local regulations. Contractor to properly dispose of all coating-related hazardous waste by following all applicable federal, state and local regulations. For any projects not handled by a contractor, DCP Midstream personnel will properly dispose of all coatingrelated hazardous waste, or other wastes by following DCP Midstream Waste Management Plan, all applicable federal, state and local regulations, and manufacturers recommendations. Dispose of used absorbent and rags, and empty coating and solvent containers properly. Contractors should contact the DCP Midstream Representative for more information and guidance.

3.2. Health
In accordance to the DCP Midstream Corrosion Protection Painting and Coating Engineering Standard, liquid coatings and paints containing arsenic, barium, cadmium, lead, mercury, silver, chromium or selenium shall not be used as per 40 CFR 261.224. A. Exception 1 Barium sulfate is used as an extender pigment in coatings and paint. This compound is insoluble in water, and is not a health hazard per EPA rules. B. Exception 2 Zinc coatings which contain less than 0.002% lead can be used The DCP Midstream Respiratory Protection Program shall be followed for the applicable activities associated with above ground coating including, but not limited to, abrasive blasting, scraping, wire brushing, and coating. All materials introduced into DCP Midstream facilities must comply with the appropriate HazCom labeling requirement and MSDS sheets must be provided.

3.3. Safety
Appropriate safety measures will be taken in accordance to OSHA guidelines, the DCP Midstream Safe Work Practices and Contractor Safety Handbook to ensure all tasks associated with above ground coating are performed in a safe manner. This will include, but is not limited to, proper personal protective equipment, permitting, hot
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work, proper scaffolding and fall protection. It should be noted that although the coating tasks may require Tyvek type material to be worn to protect from coat spray, fire retardant clothing under the Tyvek will still be required to comply with DCP Midstream PPE requirements.

4.

COATING CONTRACTOR SCOPE OF WORK 4.1. General

The Coating Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, and accessories required in connection with the work specified herein, except where otherwise specified. If specified, DCP Midstream will furnish the coating material only. For field applied (on-site) coatings, the contractor shall supply and utilize a containment system, which allows for the efficient containment of the wash water, waste, dust, and coat over spray. The containment system shall have a minimal retention capacity of 100% and shall assure the protection of the surrounding environment. DCP Midstream authorized representative reserves the right to change, increase, or decrease the work as may be necessary, and in such event shall notify the coating contractor in writing. If no unit prices are set forth in contract or subcontract, the basis of payment or credit for such changes shall be negotiated and agreed upon before proceeding. The coating contractor shall make no changes and do no extra work without written authorization from DCP Midstream representative prior to commencement of the work. Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining manufacturers product data sheets from coating supplier for all coatings used on DCP Midstream projects. As outlined in the DCP Midstream Safety Manual, the Contractor must supply DCP Midstream a MSDS sheet for each product used. If DCP Midstream purchases the coating, only the amount necessary to complete the project should be purchased. If there is excess coating at the end of the project the unused material should be returned to the vendor or used immediately for another project. If there is a significant discrepancy between the generic instructions provided in this document and the manufactures recommendations, the manufacturers recommendation will take precedence. The Coating Contractor is responsible for protecting all in the affected and surrounding area not to be coated from damage by blasting (abrasives or water) and by coating (direct or over spray). The Coating Contractor shall mask tape all name plates (on vessels, equipment, valves. PSVs, instrumentation, etc), sight glasses, data points, inspection ports covered with plexiglass or glass, machined surfaces (Flange faces, valve stems,
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etc.), and shall cover all pumps, motors, wiring, conduit, and equipment if necessary to protect from damage. The Coating Contractor is to provide the necessary rigging for a complete coating inspection by DCP Midstreams inspector. The exact need is to be determined at the location and time of coating. Usually, the rigging used for coating is sufficient for inspection. All materials shall be brought to the jobsite in the original sealed and labeled containers with appropriate MSDS sheets, and shall be subject to inspection by a DCP Midstream representative. The Coating Contractor shall store all materials to protect them from the weather, heat, and cold/freezing in accordance with the material data sheets and in compliance with all local regulations and manufacturers recommendations. The Contractor is responsible for the collection and proper disposal of all paint/coating generated wastes including wash water, dust, paint/coating chips, abrasive blast media, etc, in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations, and manufacturers recommendations. No methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) shall be used, unless specified by the manufacturer and approved by DCP Midstream. No coating shall be used that has been contaminated, has expired its shelf or pot life, or has previously been opened. Items not to be coated are site-specific and will be designated by DCP Midstream representative or inspector on location. Some items to be considered are galvanized conduit, engines, motors, pumps, etc. Colors shall be as indicated in the construction specifications, on the drawings, or as selected by DCP Midstream representative. A PVC cushion (1/4 inch minimum thickness) shall be installed by the contractor between all piping and supports (top straps and bottom rest plates, all materials) after coating has cured. All specifications contained in the product data sheets will be adhered to unless covered in the preceding specifications. If primer coat is shop applied or if vessel or equipment is handled, moved, erected, installed, etc., between primer coat and the topcoat, surface is to be inspected for primer coat damage by the DCP Midstream representative. All damaged areas are to be cleaned SP-2 and spot primed with same primer material. The DCP Midstream representative and inspector shall be pre-notified of any shop applied coatings so they can make arrangements for inspection. The coating thickness listed in this Required Practice shall be held to a plus or minus tolerance of one (1) mil. If there is any doubt about the choice of the proper coating system, the CONTRACTOR shall seek clarification from DCP Midstream prior to the submission of the Contractor's bid or "start work".
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4.2. Coating Conditions

No painting/coating shall take place unless the following conditions are met: Air temperature is at least 40F and rising. Temperature of surface to be coated is at least 5F above dew point. Relative humidity is: equal or less than manufactures recommendations Wind direction and velocity is such that over spray will not fall on objects not scheduled to be coated or which cannot be protected from over spray.

Wet surfaces (in service equipment or facilities that is surface is wet due to sweating, condensation, etc.) shall not be coated until surface water is removed. The use of paint gloves and wiping cloths is recommended for drying and removing surface water.

4.3. Coating Locations

Generally, equipment that is purchased or assembled in a shop environment will be coated in the shop with the complete coating system under controlled conditions. The coating system shall then be touched up in the field. If so specified in the construction specifications, equipment may be primer coated in the shop, primer touched up in the field, and top coated in the field. If so specified in the construction specifications, equipment may be shipped to the field uncoated and completely coated on the construction site. All touch up and final coating shall be inspected by the DCP Midstream representative.

4.4. Clean-up
The Contractor shall be responsible for all clean up related to the coating project. All scaffolding and containers shall be removed from the site and disposed of by the Contractor. Coating or paint spots and oil or stains shall be removed. All excess and waste materials, including abrasive blast media, excess paint, rags, etc. shall be removed from the site by the Contractor and properly disposed of in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations, and manufacturers recommendations. The job site shall be left clean.
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COATING SPECIFICATIONS 5.1. Surface Preparation

Surface preparation will be the responsibility of the contractor unless other wise specified.

5.1.1 New steel surfaces (uncoated)

Remove all grease, oil, dirt, or other contamination by solvent washing, rinsing, and drying prior to further surface preparation (SP-1 grade). Green Steel (steel which still has mill scale attached and has not been atmospheric cured). Commercial Blast: SSPC-SP-6 grade Nominal Profile Height: 2-3 mils Cured Steel (steel which has mill scale dislodged and has been atmospheric cured). Brush Blast: SSPC-SP-7 grade Nominal Profile Height: 2-mils Primer coat may be applied over tight, granular rust. Do not apply over heavy rust scale. Remove all weld spatter and round all sharp edging by grinding. Blast clean all surfaces using a sharp, angular abrasive for optimum surface profile. Coat blast cleaned surfaces within eight hours of blast cleaning or before flash rusting occurs.

5.1.2 Previously coated surfaces

Remove all grease, oil dirt, dust, salts or other contamination by solvent washing, rinsing, and drying prior to further surface preparation (SP-1 grade). All washwater shall be collected and properly disposed in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations. Check compatibility of new material to existing coating. Conduct a field test by coating existing coated surface with the new coating and inspect for adhesion, lifting, wrinkling, other signs of incompatibility. Conduct a lab test by utilizing old coating samples and running standard lab compatibility test. It is recommended this type of testing be performed by a third party coating inspector with lab facilities.
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If old coating is found to be totally incompatible, the DCP Midstream representative will make the necessary changes and recommendations. This is a site-specific condition. For Compatible Coatings: Brush Blast: SSPC-SP-7 grade For Incompatible Coatings: Commercial Blast: SSPC-SP-6 grade Test should be run on old coatings to determine the environmental handling of removed material. For small jobs or areas where blasting is not possible or permitted, hand cleaning and power tool cleaning, SSPC-SP-2 and SP-3 should be used. In lieu of solvent washing, SP-1 (3.2.1), and blasting, SP-7 (3.2.3), a hydro pressure wash to an SP-7 grade is recommended. A minimum of 2500 psi pressure should be used. By adding a detergent such as T.S.P., oil and grease will be removed also. NOTE: Hydro wash is only for previously coated, compatible coating surfaces, not new steel or incompatible coating surfaces.

5.2. Coating Schedule

All carbon steel surfaces, both new steel and previously coated surfaces (coated with other coating systems than epoxy mastic/urethane), shall receive both a primer coat and a topcoat on the entire surface unless otherwise specified. (1) Surfaces to be thermal insulated shall receive only a primer coat. If piping is to operate hot, maximum operating temperature must be established and compared with paint data. If maximum temperature is over paint data spec., DCP Midstream representative will make substitute material recommendation. Surfaces previously coated with an epoxy mastic/urethane system shall have touch up on damage and failure areas with epoxy mastic after hand cleaning (SP-2 and SP-3) and top coated with urethane. 9

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A complete top coat of urethane after coating repairs is sitespecific and will be to the discretion of DCP Midstream representative. (3) In coastal, salt air environments, strip coating of all welds and irregular surfaces shall be applied prior to the application of the first (primer) coat.

5.2.1 General Normal Service Uninsulated (Temp Less than 200 F)

This specification is for pipe, vessels, spools, ladders, cages, platforms, grating, and structural steel that is in normal service and not insulated. Surface Preparation (refer to Section 5.1) Bare Metal = SSPC SP-7 or SSPC SP-6 for Green Steel To Coat Over a Manufacturers Primer, confirm compatibility and follow section 5.2.1 SSPC SP-6. If incompatible and for small touch-up areas use SSPC SP-2 or SSPC SP-3* Primer Coat = One coat of Epoxy Mastic at 4-6 mils Dry Film Thickness Final Coat =One coat of Aliphatic Urethane at 2-3mils Dry Film Thickness Application Method = Spray, Brush or Roller *If equipment from the manufacturer has been coated with a primer coat, and that primer coat meets the specifications above for Primer, then only final coat will need to be applied.

5.2.2 General Severe Service Uninsulated (Temp Less than 200F)

This specification is for pipe, vessels, spools, ladders, cages, platforms, grating, and structural steel that is in severe service and not insulated. Severe service is defined as offshore/near shore environments (within 100 miles of the shore), highly acidic areas, and locations where high humidity may result in accelerated external corrosion. High humidity areas shall include areas within 50 feet of cooling towers Insulated pipe in severe service locations shall use the appropriate coating schedule as outlined for General Service Insulated. Surface Preparation Bare Metal = SSPC SP-10
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To Coat Over a Manufacturers Primer confirm compatibility and follow section 5.1.2. If compatible and for small touch-up areas, use SSPC SP-2 or SSPC SP-3*. If incompatible, use SSPC SP-6 Primer Coat = Inorganic Zinc at 2.5-4 mils Dry film Thickness Intermediate Coat = One coat of Epoxy Mastic at 4-6 mils Dry Film Thickness Final Coat =One coat of Aliphatic Urethane at 2-3mils Dry Film Thickness Application Method = Spray only for Primer Coat; Spray, Brush or Roller for Intermediate and/or Final Coat *If equipment from the manufacturer has been coated with a primer coat, and that primer coat meets the specifications above for Primer and is compatible with the intermediate coat, then only the intermediate and final coat will need to be applied.

5.2.3 General Insulated Greater than -50F and Less than 250F
Surface Preparation = SSPC SP-6 for Green Steel, SSPC SP-10 for severe service, SSPC SP-7 for other services. First Coat (Primer) = One coat of Epoxy Phenolic at 4-6 mils Dry Film Thickness Application Method = Spray, Brush, Roller

5.2.4 General Insulated Greater than 250F and Less than 750F
Surface Preparation = SSPC SP-10 First Coat (Primer) = One coat of Inorganic Zinc (Primer) or as an option can use High Temperature Silicone at 4-6 mils Dry Film Thickness Application Method = Spray, Brush, Roller

5.2.5 General Insulated - Less than -50F and Greater than 750F
Surfaces that operate at these extreme temperatures need not be coated. This includes stainless steel surfaces with cold insulation (e.g. in cryogenic service)
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5.2.6 Insulated Cyclic 100 F to 650 F

This is typical conditions for dehydration vessels and piping. Surfaces that operator at these extreme temperature need not be coated. The challenge for any coating system is the expansion and contraction due to the frequent thermal cycles. Surface Preparation = SSPC SP-10 Primer Coat = One coat of Inorganic Zinc at 2.5-4 mils Dry Film Thickness Final Coat = Silicon at 1.0 to 2.0 mils Dry Film Application Method = Spray

5.2.7 General Uninsulated, High Temp Surfaces

Greater than 250 F but less than 750 F Surface Preparation = SSPC SP-10 Final Coat (Primer) = One coat of Inorganic Zinc at 2.5-4 mils Dry Film Thickness Application Method = Spray

5.2.8 Atmospheric Tanks, Drums External Surfaces

Surface Preparation External Surfaces Bare Metal = SSPC SP-10 Commercial Blast To Coat Over a Manufacturers Primer = SSPC SP-2 or SP-3 for touch-up and small areas. Also check compatibility between manufacturers primer and final coat. Primer Coat = One Coat Red Oxide 4-6 mils Dry Film Thickness Final Coat = One Coat Industrial Oil Based Enamel at 2-3mils Dry Film Thickness (color according to Regulator Requirements) Application Method = Spray

5.2.9 Atmospheric Tanks External Surfaces - Tank Bottom

Tank bottoms and 18 up the sides will be coated to prevent external corrosion in those applications where the tank is placed directly in contact with soil and other applications where the design engineer determines this protection is appropriate. Surface Preparation Bare Metal = SSPC SP-10 Commercial Blast
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To Coat Over a Manufacturers Primer - SSPC SP-2 or SP-3 for touch-up of small areas. Also check compatibility between manufacturers primer and final coat. Coating = Two Coats Coal Tar Epoxy at 8 to 10 mils Dry Film Thickness each coat for a total of 16-20 mils. Entire bottom of tank and 18 up on each side of tank. Application Method = Spray, Brush, Roller

5.2.10 Atmospheric Tanks Internal Surfaces - To Mitigate Internal Corrosion

Internal coating of tanks will be performed on a case-by-case basis as determined by the design engineer to mitigate internal corrosion. In many cases, coating may only be required on the bottom and up the sides to a point above the expected water line. In other cases, the entire internal surfaces may be coated to prevent corrosion from water at the bottom of the tank and oxygen at the top. Surface Preparation = SSPC SP-10 Commercial Blast Coating = Two Coats Flake Filled Polyester Coating at 15 to 20 mils Dry Film Thickness each coat for a total of 30-40 mils total. Coat bottom and sides to the appropriate distance to mitigate corrosion. Application Method = Spray, Brush, Roller

5.2.11

Stainless Steel

No coating required for uninsulated service. For insulated service (hot service to 250F but excluding cryogenic services): Surface Preparation = SSPC SP-7 Final Coat =One Epoxy Phenolic at 6-8 mils Dry Film Thickness Application Method = Spray

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INDEX Surface Cleaning Codes

SSPC-SP-1: Solvent Cleaning Solvent cleaning is a procedure for removing detrimental foreign matter such as oil, grease, soil, drawing and cutting compounds, and other contaminants from steel surfaces by use of solvents, emulsions, cleaning compounds, steam cleaning, or other materials and methods which involve a solvent or cleaning action. SSPC-SP-2: Hand Tool Cleaning Hand cleaning is a method of preparing steel surfaces for coating by use of non-power tools. Hand cleaning removes loose mill scale, loose rust, loose coating, and other loose detrimental foreign matter. SSPC-SP-3: Power Tool Cleaning Power tool cleaning is a method of preparing metal surfaces for coating by removing loose mill scale, loose rust, and loose coat with power wire brushes, power impact tools, power grinders, power sanders, or by a combination of these methods. SSPC-SP-5 (NACE #1): White Metal Blast Cleaning White metal blast cleaning is a method of preparing metal surfaces for painting or coating by removing all mill scale, rust, rust scale, paint, or foreign matter by the use of abrasives propelled through nozzles or by centrifugal wheels. White metal is defined as a surface with gray-white, uniform metallic color, slightly roughened to form a suitable anchor pattern for coatings. The surface when viewed without magnification shall be free of all oil, grease, dirt, and visible mill scale, rust corrosive products, oxides, paint, or other foreign matter. Heavy deposits of grease or oil shall be moved by No. 1 Solvent Cleaning prior to blasting.

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SSPC-SP-6 (NACE #3): Commercial Blast Cleaning Commercial blast cleaning is a method of preparing metal surfaces for painting or coating by removing mill scale, rust, rust scale, paint or foreign matter by the use of abrasives propelled through nozzles or by centrifugal wheels. A commercial blast metal is defined as one from which all oil, grease, dirt, rust scale, rust, mill scale, old paint, and foreign matter have been completely removed from the surface except for slight shadows, streaks, or discoloration caused by rust stain, mill scale oxides or slight, tight residues of paint or coating that may remain. If the surface is pitted, slight residues of rust or paint may be found in the bottom of the pits. At least two-thirds of each square inch of surface area shall be free of all visible residues mentioned above. Nominal profile shall be 2-3 mils. SSPC-SP-7 (NACE #4): Brush-Off Blast Cleaning Brush-off blast cleaning is a method of preparing metal surfaces for painting or coating by rapidly removing loose mill scale, loose rust, and loose paint to the degree hereafter specified by the impact of abrasives propelled through nozzles or by centrifugal wheels. It is not intended that the surface shall be free of all mill scale, rust and paint. The remaining mill scale, rust, and paint should be tight and the surface should be sufficiently abraded to provide good adhesion and bonding of coating. SSPC-SP-10 (NACE #2): Near-White Blast Cleaning Near-White Blast Cleaning is a method of preparing metal surfaces for painting or coating by removing all mill scale, rust, rust scale, paint, or foreign matter by the use abrasives propelled through nozzles or by centrifugal wheels. A Near-White Blast Cleaned surface, when viewed without magnification, shall be free of all visible oil, grease, dirt, dust, mill scale, rust, paint, oxides, corrosion products, and other foreign matter except for staining. Staining shall be limited to no more than 5 percent of each square inch of surface area and may consist of light shadows, slight streaks, or minor discoloration caused by stains of rust, stains of mill scale, or stains previously applied coating.

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Coating Selection Matrix

Surface Coating Selection Chart
Service General - Uninsulated General - Uninsulated General - Uninsulated General - Insulated General - Insulated Insulated - Cyclic Severe Service -Uninsulated Sever Service - Insulated Severe Service - Insulated Stainless Steel - Uninsulated Stainless Steel - Insulated Tanks External Surfaces Tanks External Bottom Tanks - Internal Legend EM EP IZ UR FLK SI CTE Generic Name Epoxy Mastic Epoxy Phenolic Inorganic Zinc Aliphatic Urethane Flake Filled Polyester Silicone Coal Tar Epoxy Temperature (oF) Surface Prep SP-7 (new), SP-6 (green) SP-10 (new) SP-10 (new) SP-7 (new) SP-6 (green) SP-10 (new) SP-10 (new) SP-10 (new) SP-10 (new) SP-10 (new) none none SP-10 (new) SP-10 (new) SP-10 (new) First Choice Carboguard 890 Thermoline 450 Carbonzinc 11 HS Carboline 134 HG Flakeline 252 Thermoline 2954 Carboline 300M Primer EM (4-6 mils) IZ (2.4-4 mils) EP (4-6 mils) IZ (2.5-4 mils) IZ (2.5-4 mils) EP (4-6 mils) Red Oxide (4-6 mils) CTE 2 Coats (8-10 mils each) FLK 2 Coats (15-20 mils each) Second Choice Carboguard 635 Carbozinc 11 Carbothane 133 HB Intermediate EM (4-6 mils) Final UR (2-3 mils) SI (1-2 mils) UR (2-3 mils) Oil Based Enamel (2-3 mils)

>250<750 > 750 >-50<250 <-50 and>750 Cyclic 100 - 650 >-50<250 <-50 and>750

Coatings listed are intended to provide the use with a recommended product. Other products may be used but must be equal or better than the product listed

05/30/07
ABOVE GROUND COATING MAY 2007 Copy valid at time of printing from DCP Midstream Portal. Refer to Portal for current version.

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