Paint Inspection Ltd provides independent support from initial condition assessment and specification review through inspection, testing, failure investigation and final acceptance.
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INDEPENDENT. TECHNICAL. PRACTICAL.
Protecting assets through better coating decisions.
Paint Inspection Ltd provides independent inspection, surveying, testing and technical consultancy for protective coating projects. We provide clients, asset owners and contractors with clear, evidence-based information throughout the coating lifecycle.
From assessing an existing coating system to monitoring surface preparation and application, investigating failures or supporting final acceptance, our focus is simple: Improving Quality, Reducing Costs.
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01 / INSPECTION
Independent inspection when quality matters.
Independent inspection gives project teams clear, impartial oversight of surface preparation, environmental conditions, coating application and final acceptance against the project specification and applicable standards.
Surface preparation inspection
Environmental monitoring
Surface profile measurement
Soluble salt testing
Wet and dry film thickness measurement
Coating application monitoring
Holiday and discontinuity testing
Adhesion testing
Final inspection and acceptance
Independent third-party inspection
Inspection Test Plan witness and hold points
Detailed photographic reporting
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02 / CONDITION SURVEYS
Understand condition. Plan maintenance intelligently.
Our condition surveys establish the current state of protective coatings, corrosion and deterioration, providing clear evidence to inform maintenance priorities, repair options and future planning.
Pre-condition coating surveys
Existing coating condition assessment
Corrosion mapping
Coating thickness surveys
Defect identification and classification
Photographic asset records
Ultrasonic thickness testing where required
Coating sampling and analysis
Maintenance prioritisation
Repair and replacement recommendations
Asset-life and maintenance planning support
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03 / TESTING & ANALYSIS
Testing that turns observations into evidence.
We use appropriate field testing and laboratory analysis to investigate coating condition, support quality assurance and help establish the factors behind observed defects or failure.
Dry film thickness measurement
Surface profile measurement
Soluble salt testing
Pull-off adhesion testing
Cross-cut adhesion testing
MEK solvent resistance testing
FTIR binder identification
Coating layer and thickness analysis
Ultrasonic thickness testing
Failure investigation
Laboratory analysis coordination
Technical interpretation of results
04 / TECHNICAL CONSULTANCY
Independent technical support before problems reach site.
We provide independent technical input at key stages of a coating project, including specification and inspection planning, technical review, maintenance strategy and practical recommendations.
Coating specification review
Development of coating specifications
Inspection and Test Plan review
Method statement review
Product and system suitability review
Maintenance strategy development
Tender and contractor technical support
Coating failure investigation
Remedial recommendations
Independent technical advice
WHY PAINT INSPECTION LTD
Independent expertise. Clear evidence. Better decisions.
30+ Years’ Experience
UK-Wide Coverage
ICorr & AMPP/NACE Level 3
Independent Third-Party Inspection
Improving Quality, Reducing Costs
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Whether you need an independent inspector, a condition survey, specialist testing or technical support, speak directly to our team.
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