The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (ATS FoC) conducts paint and coating failure analysis to identify the root causes of degradation, performance loss, and deterioration in protective coating systems.
We deliver detailed photographic and analytical documentation to support engineering-based recommendations for quality improvements, corrective actions, and litigation support. Our experts can identify failure mechanisms, assess surface preparation and application methods, and distinguish between manufacturing, application, and service-related issues.
What are Common Paint and Coating Failure Modes?
ATS evaluates paint and coating failure modes by providing a complete assessment of coating performance. We assess how application practices, environmental exposure, material selection, and service conditions impact the coating and identify underlying degradation mechanisms.
Our team routinely investigates a wide range of paint and coating defects, including but not limited to:
- Adhesion Failure (Delamination)
- Blistering
- Corrosion Under Coating
- Cracking and Checking
- Peeling and Flaking
- Chalking and Fading
- Chemical Degradation
Applying Advanced Analytical Techniques
ATS uses advanced laboratory and field techniques to investigate paint and coating failures through thorough performance assessments. We evaluate how application practices, environmental exposure, material selection, and service conditions can impact coatings and identify the underlying degradation mechanisms.
- Visual and Macroscopic Inspection
- Adhesion Testing
- Metallography
- Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) with EDS
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
- Coating Thickness Measurement
- Corrosion Testing and Analysis
Partner with ATS
ATS has been a trusted partner in the TICC Industry since 1967. With several ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (A2LA) accreditations and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, our growing network of testing facilities follows strong quality management systems to ensure technical accuracy, data integrity, and reliability.
Contact Us
Get the answers you need to resolve paint and coating failures with confidence. Complete our web request form or call +1 (888) 287-5227 to speak with one of our experts today.
