PCS PCS Coating Systems and Specifications

Question 1

What document defines the coating system requirements, surface preparation standards, and acceptance criteria for a project?

Accepted Answer

Coating specification

Answer

Purchase order

Answer

Safety data sheet

Answer

Material certificate

Question 2

Which coating system type is most commonly specified for structural steel exposed to industrial atmospheric conditions?

Accepted Answer

Three-coat zinc/epoxy/polyurethane system

Answer

Single-coat alkyd

Answer

Latex house paint

Answer

Bituminous coating

Question 3

When a coating specification calls for a 'DFT' of 3–5 mils, what does DFT stand for?

Accepted Answer

Dry Film Thickness

Answer

Dense Film Testing

Answer

Dual Film Treatment

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Direct Finish Texture

Question 4

A generic coating specification references 'SSPC-PS Guide 20.00.' What type of information does this guide provide?

Accepted Answer

Coating system selection guidance by environment

Answer

Approved contractor lists

Answer

Blast media specifications

Answer

Holiday testing procedures

Question 5

Which factor is MOST critical when selecting a topcoat resin type for a coating system exposed to UV radiation outdoors?

Accepted Answer

UV stability and chalk resistance

Answer

Chemical resistance

Answer

Film build per coat

Answer

Pot life at 70°F

Question 6

What is the purpose of a 'tie coat' (also called an intermediate coat) in a multi-coat coating system?

Accepted Answer

To promote adhesion between incompatible coating layers

Answer

To provide color

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To seal pinholes in the substrate

Answer

To increase surface roughness