Here in the beautiful state of Kentucky, we love our Bourbon just not our mold. The idyllic landscape of the Bluegrass state, dotted with horse farms, distilleries…and mold.
You might not hear this on your next distillery tour, but the black growth on buildings, trees, and structures around distilleries commonly referred to as “Distiller’s Mold” is actually a fungus…Baudoinia Compniacensis to be exact, and is more correctly called “Whiskey Fungus”. While we see it most often around distilleries, a similar effect takes place with black growth on alcohol tanks in other facilities, or mold growth on the bottom of water towers. Nothing new to see here. Especially if you’ve been painting in Kentucky for more than 60 years.
And while distilleries are just a piece of the industry in our state, mold and fungus can arise anywhere. It’s important to know that anti-fungal options exists, but how to choose the right one?
You can start with contacting the company that has been providing you with high-quality industrial painting services for 4 generations. We'll craft a personalized, quality maintenance plan for your facility.
To put a maintenance plan in place for your facility, or just to learn more, call us or click the button below.
A Leaking Secondary Containment Could be a Primary Problem
What is a secondary containment system?
It is any structure, steel or concrete, designed to hold liquid material (typically a chemical), as a secondary solution to the primary containment in the event of a leak or spill. The EPA declares they should be able to hold the entire contents of the primary containment for up to 72 hours in order to clean, remove, and correct the emergency.
To meet that standard, the lining system for your containment could be anything from bare concrete for a benign environment to full fiberglass inlay systems for aggressive service. With an SDS (Safety Data Sheet), we can design a system that’s best for your and your budget.
Waterproofing Your Concrete
If your leak is within a primary containment, it could be time to look into advanced waterproofing options. Peak has a wide range of lining options for concrete tanks and clarifiers. Much like secondary containments, linings can range from traditional coal tar epoxies, to fiberglass inlay systems, to our favorite, CIM.
Peak’s partners have applied waterproofing to structural concrete throughout the world, including Japan’s bullet train structure. If you’re interested in waterproofing your concrete for any reason, visit Industrialwaterproofing.us, to learn more about non-traditional options. You can watch the video below to see one of these solutions in action.
Regardless of the material used, the lining chosen must address the specific challenges of concrete such as movement and porosity, as well as the challenges of your environment such as chemicals and environmental exposures. Schedule a site visit with Peak today to find the best solution for your needs!
Extend Your Paint Project Season with Low-Temperature Options
Low Temp Paint Options
It's warm now, but colder temperatures are right around the corner, as are many project deadlines for 2023. Are budgets and project timing putting your paint project in a crunch? What can you do when temps drop below the magic 50-degree mark?
40-50 degrees (F) is often standard in our industry. But why? Typically, temperatures below this range slow, or even stop the chemical reaction occurring in some coatings. Typical house paints, such as waterborne acrylics, can have the water molecules freeze, inhibiting the process of emulsion curing. By and large, it is a chemistry issue…so let's change the chemistry.
Throughout the majority of the year, we are looking for benefits such as pot life (how long we can paint before it dries in the painter's pot), flow, and recoat windows. While that is still important during cold months, if we’re willing to change a few variables, we can use coatings that allow a much colder application window, sometimes as low as 15-20 (F) degrees. Have an exterior project that can’t wait until spring? Call us, and let's talk through the details. With a few tweaks, there’s normally a coating chemistry that is right for you.
Don’t Forget the “Maintenance” in “Maintenance Coatings”
As you plan your maintenance activities for 2023, we want to emphasize the importance of not forgetting the crucial element of "maintenance" when it comes to your industrial coatings.
At Peak Coatings, we understand that utilizing maintenance coatings can be an incredibly effective and cost-efficient strategy to safeguard your assets and ensure the smooth operation of your facility in the long run. However, it's vital to remember that even maintenance coatings require maintenance of their own.
By performing simple tasks such as regular cleaning, patching troubled spots, or applying a light topcoat, you can significantly extend the lifespan of your coating system for years to come. These maintenance repairs often represent a fraction of the cost compared to replacing the entire coating system. Our objective is not to create an everlasting coating system, but rather to provide you with a coating that diligently protects the underlying steel, concrete, or fiberglass until it reaches the end of its service life.
To help you in your maintenance planning, here are some key aspects to look out for:
Spot corrosion
Peeling or chipping
Chalking
Fading color... although sometimes not a cause for concern, it's worth investigating
Coat Your Metal Roof this Spring for Long-Term Protection
Metal roofs can last for decade, and the coatings are a crucial part of maintaining their longevity and durability. As metal roofs are prone to rusting and deteriorating due to environmental factors such as rain, snow, sun, and wind, using a high-quality metal seam roof coating can prevent corrosion, leaks, and damage. Check out the photos from a recent roof coating project.
Choosing the best time of year to paint metal seam roof coatings is just as important as choosing the right coating. It can significantly impact the effectiveness of the coating and the overall longevity of your metal roof. Here are some tips on the best time of year to paint your metal roof.
Spring and Fall
Spring and Fall are considered the ideal time of year to paint metal seam roof coatings. The weather is mild during these seasons, which means less humidity and less extreme temperatures. As metal coatings require a dry and temperate climate to bond and cure properly, painting a roof during mild weather conditions can result in long-lasting, effective results. We are typically looking for long light conditions and warm but mild temperatures (50-90 degrees) and trending upward—which makes Spring our favorite time of year for roof coatings.
Summer
Summer can be a tricky time to paint metal roof coatings as the temperatures can be uncomfortable and the humidity levels can be high. Roofs get hot fast, and it doesn’t take long in the year to have roof temperatures above 150 degrees. However, if you have to paint your metal roof during the summer months, let's choose a week when the forecast predicts stable and dry conditions to allow the coating to dry and cure properly.
Winter
As you can imagine, Winter is less than ideal, but if repairs are required, we can help find the right materials to get you through the season.
Choosing the best time of year to paint metal seam roof coatings is crucial in maintaining the integrity of your metal roof. Spring and fall are the most optimal time to paint metal roofs, while summer and winter require more attention to weather conditions and temperature guidelines. By following these tips and consulting with Peak Industrial Coatings or a qualified roofer, you can ensure that your metal roof is well-coated and protected from environmental factors for years to come.
Extend Your Paint Project Season with Low-Temperature Options
Extend Your Paint Project Season with Low-Temperature Options
Low Temp Paint Options It's warm now, but colder temperatures are right around the corner, as are many project deadlines for 2023. Are budgets and project timing putting your paint project in a crunch? What can you do when temps drop below the magic 50-degree mark?
40-50 degrees (F) is often standard in our industry. But why? Typically, temperatures below this range slow, or even stop the chemical reaction occurring in some coatings. Typical house paints, such as waterborne acrylics, can have the water molecules freeze, inhibiting the process of emulsion curing. By and large, it is a chemistry issue…so let's change the chemistry.
Throughout the majority of the year, we are looking for benefits such as pot life (how long we can paint before it dries in the painter's pot), flow, and recoat windows. While that is still important during cold months, if we’re willing to change a few variables, we can use coatings that allow a much colder application window, sometimes as low as 15-20 (F) degrees.
Have an exterior project that can’t wait until spring? Call us, and let's talk through the details. With a few tweaks, there’s normally a coating chemistry that is right for you.
At Peak Coatings, we recognize the immense value of maintenance coatings in preserving your assets and ensuring long-term facility operation cost-effectively. However, it's essential to remember that even maintenance coatings need proper care. To help you maintain your coatings effectively, download our Maintenance Inspection Guide today!
Not only does Peak Coatings have an outstanding safety track record as an Industrial Painting Contractor, but we’ve been a primary partner with others throughout Louisville and the state implementing their own safety programs.
Painting handrails, nonskid epoxy floors, warehouse floor lines, fire hydrant markings and more are critical components to keeping workers safe. We have the colors and epoxy or urethane paint systems you need to look and be your best, and our safety programs will meet the most stringent facility requirements.
