Industrial Painting and Coating Services
RUS Industrial offers professional industrial painting and coating solutions for industrial buildings and equipment across the US, including all essential surface prep work and scaffolding setup. Our expert teams have the skills and experience to meet your toughest deadlines without sacrificing quality.
Whether you need painting for new construction, a facility expansion, or ongoing maintenance, you can count on our competitive prices and excellent service. Contact us for an industrial painting quote today.
Surface Preparation for Industrial Painting
Proper surface preparation is the key to a long-lasting, high-quality industrial paint job. It ensures the coating adheres properly, preventing premature failure and costly rework. Starting with a smooth and clean surface is essential for a durable and protective finish that stands the test of time.
Our surface preparation expertise includes:
Abrasive Blasting
This type of blasting is a powerful cleaning method that uses compressed air to propel abrasive media like sand, grit, or beads at a surface. It removes rust, paint, coatings, and contaminants, and can also roughen the surface to improve coating adhesion. Adhesive blasting is commonly used to remove rust and old paint from steel structures and concrete.
Vapor Blasting
This is a gentler form of abrasive blasting that combines water and abrasive media in a pressurized stream. The water cushions the abrasive, resulting in less aggressive cleaning and a smoother finish. Vapor blasting is ideal for industrial applications such as aluminum, engine components, and machinery.
Ultra-High Pressure Washing (UHP) 40k
This cleaning method uses extremely high-pressure water (up to 40,000 psi) to remove heavy material buildup or tough industrial coatings like epoxy and rubber. UHP water blasting is particularly useful when dealing with hazardous materials, as it can remove coatings containing lead or asbestos without creating dust. UHP is commonly used to clean the interior and exterior of storage tanks, heavy machinery, pipeline surfaces, and marine structures.
High-Pressure Washing
This standard method uses pressurized water (typically between 1,000 and 3,000 psi) to clean surfaces. It’s less aggressive than abrasive blasting or UHP, making it suitable for surfaces that are less heavily soiled. High-pressure washing removes dirt, grime, and loose paint from building exteriors, roofs, and concrete floors in preparation for painting.
Paint and Coatings for Industrial Buildings
Industrial painting is more than aesthetics; it’s about heavy-duty protection in tough environments. Unlike commercial painting, industrial coatings need to withstand harsh conditions like extreme temperatures, chemicals, abrasion, and corrosion. Our team can help you choose the right type of paint or coating for your specific needs.
Conventional Coatings
These are the most common types of industrial paints, often solvent-based. They offer good overall performance and are relatively easy to apply. They are used for general purpose application for buildings, equipment, and structures in less demanding environments. This can include warehouses, storage tanks, and structural steel where basic protection is needed.
High Solids Coatings
These coatings have a higher percentage of pigments and resins compared to conventional paints. This means they release fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during application. They also tend to provide thicker films and better durability. They’re used in environments where VOC emissions are a concern, or where a more durable and protective coating is needed, such as storage tanks and piping.
Hi-Tech Coatings
These specialized coatings are designed for extreme environments or specific performance requirements. They may be formulated to resist high temperatures, chemicals, abrasion, or corrosion. Hi-tech coatings are often used in power plants, refineries, chemical processing plants, and other high-heat environments.
Multi-Component System Applications
This process involves applying multiple layers of different coatings to achieve specific performance characteristics. For example, a primer, an intermediate coat, and a topcoat might be used together to provide maximum corrosion protection and durability. They are used for environments where a single type of coating cannot provide all the necessary protection. This is common in harsh environments or for critical assets like pipelines and offshore platforms.
Expert Industrial Painting and Coating Services
As part of our industrial maintenance services, RUS Industrial offers on-demand industrial painting to keep your building and equipment looking and performing their best. From surface prep to high-performance coatings, we handle it all. Contact us for a free quote.
