SURFACE PREPARATION
SURFACE PREPARATION SOLUTIONS
Proper surface preparation is crucial to all high quality painting and coatings jobs. TIC has the equipment, skills, and expertise to ensure proper surface preparation is achieved for maximum coating adhesion.
ABRASIVE BLASTING
Abrasive blasting is a time-tested surface preparation method. TIC has the expertise to choose the appropriate blast media, technique and equipment for the substrate and subsequent coating application.
CHEMICAL STRIPPING
Chemical stripping is a surface preparation technique that takes an asset back to square one. TIC’s chemical stripping services remove layers of existing coatings without harming the substrate.
WATER JETTING
Using specialized ultra-high pressure (UHP)water jetting equipment, TIC’s experts can remove contaminants and existing coating layers from concrete and metal substrates quickly and efficiently.
LEAD ABATEMENT
TIC holds all required state and Federal certifications for lead paint removal and strictly adheres to all safety, health and environmental guidelines.
WET ABRASIVE BLASTING (WAB)
We lead in slurry blasting, ensuring dust-controlled surface preparation optimal for sensitive areas and maintaining cleanliness while preserving equipment and health.
OUR SURFACE PREPARATION PROJECTS
Free Guide: Understanding Corrosion
Corrosion is one of the biggest threats to industrial infrastructure. Our Complete Guide to Corrosion covers causes, prevention strategies, and the role of proper surface prep in long-term protection.
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