Applied Technical Services (ATS) provides corrosion coating failure analysis to determine the cause of degradation, corrosion, or loss of adhesion.
Corrosion coatings protect underlying materials from environmental exposure. Proper application ensures this barrier remains intact. However, inconsistencies in application, excessive wear, or other factors can cause coating failure, leaving underlying materials vulnerable to corrosion. Corrosion coating failure analysis identifies the root cause of this breakdown.
What Are Common Paint and Coating Failure Modes?
Coatings may fail due to environmental conditions, application inconsistencies, or chemical degradation. Common failure modes include:
- Adhesion Failure (Delamination)
- Blistering
- Corrosion Under Coating
- Cracking and Checking
- Peeling and Flaking
- Chalking and Fading
- Chemical Degradation
How are Corrosion Coating Failures Identified?
Analytical testing labs, including ATS, evaluate defective coatings to determine the failure mode. This process typically includes assessing coating uniformity, chemistry, substrate, service environment, and application methods.
Coating failures are diagnosed using advanced analytical techniques, such as:
- 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
About ATS: Where Bright Minds Meet Best Practices
ATS is a leader in testing, inspection, calibration, and consulting (TICC) services. As a reflection of our commitment to quality service, we hold multiple ISO 9001:2015 registrations and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditations across our organization.
In addition to corrosion coating failure analysis, our labs offer a range of other coating and paint testing services, including:
- Salt Spray Testing (ASTM B117 / DIN EN ISO 9227 NSS)
- VOC Testing (EPA 24)
- Chip Resistance (ASTM 3170 / ISO 20567-1 / SAE J400)
- Humidity (ASTM D2247 / DIN EN ISO 6270-2CH)
- Tape Adhesion Testing (ASTM D3359 / DIN EN ISO 2409)
- Pencil Hardness (ASTM D3363)
- Color Testing (ASTM D2244)
- Chip Resistance / Gravelometer (ASTM 3170 / ISO 20567-1 / SAE J400)
- Impact Testing (ASTM D2794)
- UV Fluorescent (ASTM G154)
- Immersion in Liquids (ISO 2812- 1,2,3,4,5)
Whether you need chemical analysis or corrosion testing, ATS facilities can help ensure your coatings perform as intended.
Contact Us
If you’re looking for corrosion coating failure analysis, contact ATS by calling +1 (888) 287-5227 or completing our web form.
