AWWA C210 Liquid Epoxy Coatings And Linings Fittings

What is AWWA C210?

The Standard for Liquid-Epoxy Coatings and Linings for Steel Water Pipe and Fittings describes the basic application, materials, inspection, performance, cleaning, and preparation conditions for liquid epoxy coatings and linings used for the interior or exterior of steel water pipe and fittings installed underground or underwater.

The basics of AWWA C210: What is covered?

Besides FBE and high solid painting pipe fitting, we also produce LIQUID EPOXY COATINGS AND LININGS FITTINGS for different location

purpose. our Spray applied epoxy coatings system is auto painting methods, which can fulfill 220 micron DFT each painting, Spray applied epoxy coatings normally

used in portable drinking water, the coating material is WRAS certified , below are some of painting and ling pictures for AWWA-C210 LIQUID EPOXY COATINGS

The coatings and linings specified in AWWA-C210 consist of two-part chemically cured liquid epoxies, specifically those applications that may fall into one of the following categories

A combination of an epoxy primer and one or more coats of an epoxy topcoat
Two or more coats of the same epoxy where the first coat is considered the primer and subsequent coats are considered the topcoat(s).
A single coat of epoxy
This standard applies to both field-applied and shop-applied liquid epoxies used under normal construction conditions in the water supply industry.

How do you comply with AWWA-C210?

Epoxy coatings and linings act as a protective barrier between the steel pipe or fitting substrate and the environment. The application of epoxy products provides a chemically resistant, durable, flexible and long lasting shield that prevents corrosion, has low maintenance requirements and extends the service life of the transmission pipe or fitting.

As the purpose of AWWA-C210 is to outline the minimum requirements for liquid epoxy coatings and linings used to protect underground or underwater steel water pipe and fittings, water supply professionals can comply with the standard by using this standard compliant products.

AWWA-C210 epoxy coating and lining products for steel water pipe and fittings have passed rigorous testing to ensure they meet the requirements. By manufacturing, purchasing or using an AWWA-C210 compliant liquid epoxy coating or lining system, you can be assured that the product meets the standards agreed upon by water utility professionals and that it will perform as intended.

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